The Gospel Beat

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James Fortune & FIYA have been nominated for two grammys this year in the categories of "Best Gospel Song" and "Best Gospel Album" for his song "Hold On", which features songstress Monica and gospel legend Fred Hammond, and his album "Identity". He is competing against newcomers and veterans alike and we will find out the results on February 10, 2013. Stay tuned!

Light Records is planning to release a compilation album entitled "Unplugged" on January 15, 2013 and is offering fans the opportunity to pre-order their copies through iTunes. The album features 13 acoustic versions of hits songs by J.J. Hairston, James Fortune and Jessica Reedy. Some of our favorites are  Grateful,   Identity,  and  Put It On the Altar. Make sure to go to  https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/light-records-unplugged/id585362650  to preview and pre-order your copy today!

THEY ARE BACK! Our favorite female gospel duo is back to reality t.v with their hit show "Mary Mary"  If you thought season 1 was great, hold on to your seats because season 2 is already proving to be filled with more music, more family and more DRAMA. At the start of episode 1, we find the "Marys" preparing for a series of performances while their stylist/sister affectionately known as "Goo Goo" and manager Mitch scurry to get their arrangements and wardrobe together. When things seem to be going smoothly, wardrobe issues and fatigue threaten to derail everything. Despite all of the obstacles, Tina and Erica press forward and give their audiences amazing performances which is what makes us love and appreciate them. If you are not familiar with the show, we suggest that you stay tuned and catch it every Thursday night on WE TV! Clip from episode 1

The Grammy nominations are in: Best Gospel/Contemporary Christian Music Performance Jesus, Friend Of Sinners - Casting Crowns Take Me To The King -Tamela Mann Go Get It - Mary Mary 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord) - Matt Redman My Testimony - Marvin Sapp Best Gospel Song Go Get It - Erica Campbell, Tina Campbell & Warryn Campbell, songwriters (Mary Mary) Hold On - Cheryl Fortune, James Fortune & Terence Vaughn, songwriters (James Fortune & FIYA, Monica & Fred Hammond) I Feel Good - Phillip Feaster, Fred Hammond, Jonathan Miller & Calvin Rodgers, songwriters (Fred Hammond) My Testimony - Aaron Lindsey & Marvin Sapp, songwriters (Marvin Sapp) Released - Donald Lawrence, songwriter (Bill Winston & Living Word Featuring Donald Lawrence) Best Contemporary Christian Music Song Jesus, Friend Of Sinners - Mark Hall & Matthew West, songwriters (Casting Crowns) 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord) - Jonas Myrin & Matt Redman, songwriters (Matt...

A new reality t.v. show "The Sisterhood" is scheduled to premier on January 1st on T.L.C. The shows goes inside of the church and takes closer look at the lives of the "first ladies" or preachers' wives of several Atlanta, GA based ministries. Here is a sneak peak of the show...

Soulful gospel artist Mali Music has a powerful new video for his latest single "The Job Experience". In it he follows the story of a typical, hardworking family who must face and overcome some of the most difficult circumstances that any of us could imagine. Gospel Beat has it for you here! Please leave a comment letting us know what you think!

Gospel great Fred Hammond recently announced the development of his new group UT which consists of Brian Courtney Wilson, Eric Roberson and R&B sensation turned gospel Dave Hollister. They are presently recording and we are definitely looking forward to the music that will come!! Stay tuned.

Today we celebrate the birthday of gospel sensation Earnest Pugh! You may know him for his smash hit "Reign on Us" or his latest Christmas release "Christmas with Earnest Pugh and Friends". You may even know him from his recent appearance on the Ricky Smiley show. We at Gospel Beat pray that God continue to bless you and wish you nothing but the best on your special day!  www.gospelbeatentertainment.com twitter.com/GBbeat

  Atlanta, GA gospel rapper Lecrae is dominating the charts with his latest album "Gravity" which features the  popular tracks "Walk With Me" and "Mayday". He currently holds the number two spot on the Billboard gospel albums chart and   is looking for gravity  to propel him to number 1!!

J Moss has a new music video for his single, "God's Got It" off his latest album "V4...The Other Side". You can check it out by clicking the link below. J Moss “God’s Got It” [MUSIC VIDEO PREMIERE] | The Yolanda Adams Morning Show

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Singer, songwriter, pastor and now AUTHOR Marvin Sapp has a new relationship book out entitled "Marvin's Motivational Moments: Relationship thoughts on a 90-day Journey". The book takes readers on a 90-day  journey where they will evaluate and work to improve their relationships by improving themselves. Pastor Sapp describes it as..." a 90-day journey that will challenge people to be better individuals." The book can be purchased online at http://marvinsapp.com/marvins-motivational-moments/ . 

This month, Gospel Beat Entertainment would like to highlight the new release from Bishop Paul S. Morton, "Best Days Yet", which will be available in stores and online November 13, 2012. This 12-track album is must have for those of you who enjoy traditional gospel music with clear inspirational messages of hope and faith. We recently had the pleasure of experiencing Paul Morton live where he performed the album's title track which encourages listeners to hold on to their faith because they have not seen their best days yet! You can pre-order your copy at  http://www.amazon.com/Best-Days-Bishop-Paul-Morton/dp/B009ERJXQW .  Paul Morton's "Best Days Yet"

A must have for this holiday season is Earnest Pugh's new Christmas album "Christmas with Earnest Pugh and Friends". This 14 track disc includes some of our favorite classic holiday songs, "Silent Night" and "O Come All Ye Faithful" as well as many original tunes. The album also features several guest artists such as Lisa Knowles and Charles Butler. To get more information about this album and other releases from Earnest Pugh, go to  www.earnestpugh.com

If you are looking to add to your gospel music collection, why not check out Billboards top-selling gospel albums of the week! Veteran singer Tamela Mann currently holds the top spot with her album "Best Days" which features the upbeat and uplifting title track and the top single of the week "Take Me To The King". Other albums that made the top ten list for the week are: #2 "Gravity" by Lecrae #3 "Life and Favor" by John P. Kee and New Life #4 "Whoa to Wow" by Renee Spearman Featuring D.J. Rogers #5 "Christmas With Ernest Pugh" by Ernest Pugh #6 "Jesus At The Center: Live" by Israel and New Breed #7 "Recovery" by Bishop Rudolph McKissick Jr. And The Word & Worship Mass Choir #8 "Life Music" by Jonathan McReynolds #9 "Live in Memphis" by Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis #10 "Trip Down Memory Lane" by James Hall Worship & Praise For more informati...

Gospel recording artist and pastor John P. Kee recently posted a request for clothes, non-perishable food and other items on Twitter for those in need due to Hurricane Sandy. Click the following link below to learn how you can help.  https://twitter.com/Keetwit Also you can go to  http://www.redcross.org/hurricane-sandy  to learn about other ways you can help the victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Check out our new and improved Twitter page at https://twitter.com/GbBeat. Also, stay tuned because I am in conversation with a particular gospel artist who is interested in coming to New England. I will give you one hint *singing* "Let your glory feel this place..." Stay tuned for more updates!

What do you get when you put four power house performers together in one arena? You get an amazing show that will leave you completely breathless! I had the pleasure of seeing Donnie McClurkin, Marvin Sapp, Israel Houghton and Kirk Franklin perform live at the XL Center in Hartford, Connecticut last month and could not believe the amazing show that my $50 afforded me. My expectations were that each man would have their own set and perform 2 or 3 of their hit songs for the crowd before we were dismissed. I was pleasantly surprised that the show lasted 2+ hours and is easily classified as one of the best shows I have ever seen in my life!! All 4 performers were on stage at the same time for the majority of the show, supporting and singing background for each other. To me this demonstrated unity and humility because each of them is at the level in their career where they could demand their own spotlighted segment. Taking this unified approach resulted in a show that was seaml...

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Gospel sensation William McDowell will be performing his hit songs "Give Myself Away" and "I Won't Go Back" live in Hartford, Connecticut on Saturday, November 10, 2012. Tickets are only $30 and there is a special sale going on right now! You can purchase you tickets at  http://worshiptickets.com/  and view the flyer below for more details about the concert.

The powerful, Grammy-award winning gospel duo will be back for a second season of "Mary Mary", their critically acclaimed reality t.v. show, which is scheduled to air on December 6, 2012 at 10 pm on WE TV. The first season was filled with drama, excitement and above all inspiring moments that reminded us why we fell in love with them in the first place! We got an opportunity to meet their family, particularly their husbands and children as well as their younger sister/stylist Thomasina Atkins, affectionately known as "Goo Goo" who I believe will eventually have a reality t.v. show of her own. Click the links below to see a preview of the first episode and the music video for their latest single "Go Get It". Enjoy!!!