Every Black History Month, there is a tribute to the Black Church and its gospel music. The contribution of LGBTQ+ singers to ...

Hayes and the Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer Choir released 30 LPs during Hayes' more than 50 years with the church, including up tempo rave-up, "Everything is Alright." ...

In black churches, women generally were not permitted ... The distinctive Southern musical idiom known as "the blues" evolved into gospel music. The themes of exile and deliverance influenced ...

On a toasty afternoon in Chicago last September, my partner and I sat on a picnic blanket and swayed to the soulful sounds of Gospel. My spirit glowed that day, surrounded by a diverse and ...

James Brown set the standard for dynamic live performance in American music. Inspired by preachers in the Black church, Brown started out singing in gospel quartets. As the "Godfather of Soul," he ...

Prominent faith leaders and social activists unite to drive Souls to the Polls and inspire thousands to engage in the ...

The Lullaby Project, a new initiative from Alameda Health System out of Carnegie Hall, partners expecting mothers with Noe ...

New Orleans native, Goines, has put together an eclectic program of old-time Gospel hymns, Black composers and classic organ ...

When composer Carlos Simon is about to hear a performance of his own music, he’s always scared, but he welcomes the feeling. “If I don’t feel scared, I haven’t done my job,” he said during an onstage ...

The fourth edition of the prestigious Western Gospel Awards is set to take place on November 10, 2023, at the Word of Life ...

In black churches, women generally were not permitted ... The distinctive Southern musical idiom known as "the blues" evolved into gospel music. The themes of exile and deliverance influenced ...