Urbanbuzzmag.com
By Nigeria Anderson
THEN AND NOW
Bishop Marvin Sapp is a multi-platinum selling artist who has enjoyed a decorated music career, receiving 13 Grammy nominations, 24 Stellar Awards, 2 Soul Train Music Awards, 2 BET Awards, 4 Dove Awards, 8 BMI Songwriter’s Award for sales, Black Music Honors Gospel Music Icon Award along with many other accolades and honors from national, regional, and local institutions. Bishop Marvin Sapp is a passionate orator and biblical teacher, who desires to be a living epistle glorifying our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ both in word and in deed. Many say his voice is instantly recognizable with a characteristically raspy ringing with power and authority as he masterfully illustrates with excellence the Word of God and his Music Ministry. Marvin Sapp spoke with me about his new live recording project, which was held at Valley Kingdom Ministries on May 31st. The live recording is expected to be released in early fall. His new project Then and Now is his 16th album. Then and Now is a follow-up to his previous album Substance, both albums produced on his own label, Elev8 Entertainment & Media LLC.
singing since age four, Marvin Sapp has shared the stage with many gospel notables and his gift is celebrated across musical genres. Since 1996, God has led him on a solo career, and he has become a household name in Gospel and R&B. His crossover song Never Would Have Made It, from his Thirsty album, has Hip-hop, Jazz, and House Music fans praising the Lord our God. It even became a popular ringtone. Marvin Sapp is not only releasing his new album Then And Now, he is touring this fall on the Kirk Franklin Reunion Tour, which begins on September 6th. Make sure you get your tickets. This is a conversation you do not want to miss. We are happy to welcome our new KeyPlayer, Bishop Marvin L. Sapp. He is truly a gift to the body of Christ. You can connect with him on IG @marvinsapp and website https://www.marvinsapp.com/elev8tv. PUSH PLAY
