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Bishop Marvin L. Sapp

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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. 

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The Blairs

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By Nigeria Anderson

Make Me Careful

The Blairs are a dynamic gospel duo, who independently and collectively write, sing and produce their own music. Pastor Darrell and Lady LaToyja Blair are anointed ministers of the gospel who are devoted to God, their marriage and children.  As renowned vocalists and lyricists, The Blairs have shared the stage with countless well-known gospel recording artists and legends.  Branching off from the legendary Kirk Franklin and The Family, as lead vocalist, on the Whatcha’ Lookin 4 platinum album.  The Blairs have moved on to promote their own unique sound. Releasing their own independent project titled Make Me Careful. Currently, working on an EP, they have re-released Make Me Careful as a duet. The debut single is climbing the gospel charts and has become a fan favorite.

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Sonya McGuire

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By Nigeria Anderson

YOU’RE STRONGER THAN YOU THINK

Sonya McGuire is a singer, songwriter, producer and born to a singing family.  She is a multi-gifted international recording artist, currently working on her new project Chambers of My Heart.  Sonya McGuire has released her single available now titled Stronger.  She has shared the stage with a host of gospel grammy, dove and stellar award winning recording artists.   Sonya’s ministry is to draw many to Christ.  From worship to revival, her voice is evidence she is in her calling.  Audiences cannot help but raise their hands in praise, when she picks up the microphone.  The curation of  Chambers of My Heart is a journey of beautiful songs orchestrated to encourage each heart that listens. There is a song for everyone to enjoy.  Including her previous single, Joy Remix.  Sonya’s gift is being able to hear what the Lord has given her to sing.  Our reward is hearing her sing it.  All of her songs are inspiring and uplifting.

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Cheryl Wills

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By Nigeria Anderson

ISN’T HER GRACE AMAZING!

Cheryl Wills is a Talk Show Host, Author and Emmy Award-winning journalist celebrating a 30 year anniversary.  Cheryl Wills launches her latest book, Isn’t Her Grace Amazing!:The Women Who Changed Gospel Music, in honor of 25 legendary gospel queens whose dynamic voices impacted the nation and transformed the gospel genre. In her stunning coffee table book, Wills chronicles gospel legends of the past, as well as heralding the artists of today in a lavishly illustrated composition filled with in-depth interviews, never-before-seen images, behind the scenes stories, uncovered gems and more. As many women in the gospel industry often go unnoticed and underappreciated for their talents, including writing, arranging, directing, developing singers and more.  Wills’ book allows each of these phenomenal artisans their moment to shine.  Isn’t Her Grace Amazing!:The Women Who Changed Gospel Music, takes you back in time of a cultural upheaval, which represents a historical narrative that is long overdue.  I had an opportunity to speak with Cheryl Wills about what set her on this enormous path.

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Gene Moore

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By Nigeria Anderson

Gene Moore’s Tunnel Vision

Gene Moore is a man who grew up listening to soul music and now has created gospel soul with a declaration of faith.  His new project Tunnel Vision launched us in with an Anthem Won’t Be Moved. Including other messages in his music such as Ask for Rain, Take Care and Depending On You. All are statements of faith and placing trust in the Lord thy God. His sounds are to encourage us and remind us to stay focus on Christ.  Gene Moore was nominated for his first Grammy this year for Best Gospel Album for his sophomore album Tunnel Vision. So we are super excited to have him as one of our KeyPlayers. I have seen him live and it is a Holy Ghost Party for real. Don’t be fooled by the groove, his lyrics are clear and his message is sound.

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FREEDOM IMANI

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By Nigeria Anderson

NEW LIVE RECORDING WITH FREEDOM IMANI “BREVE”

His name is Freedom Imani singer, songwriter, actor, vocal coach, record producer and gospel recording artist who is a faithful servant of God. Freedom is currently working on his New Album Breve an Unplug Live Recording which will be held on November 7, 2015, in Maryland, ( http://www.eventbrite.com/e/breve-freedom-imani-live-tickets-18176070115)  Freedom is known for his volume of work with industry notables. He has been on a UK Tour with Pockets, featured in a Broadway Musical TIMELESS Live In L.A., working on a new book The Puzzle and Reality Show The NewFree Movement for WeTv.  Freedom is no stranger to us here at Urbanbuzzmag.com, he is a true Key Player and we know that means Talent. His dedication to excellence, style and giving people music is his dream. For those of us who actually kept on dreaming despite the odds can testify only the strong survive. In today’s quick fast and in a hurry digital music genre, some people leave out being authentic for artificial to get that $1.29. Not Freedom, he is one of the last of soon to be legends who will continue to give you Song, Music, Grooves, Jazz, Blues and Gospel that will have you say yes! music to my ears.

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Danetra Moore

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By Nigeria Anderson

DANETRA MOORE’S CAREER BEGINS WITH ONLY GOD CAN

Danetra Moore is coming forth in the power of the Lord. From background vocalist to forefront singer.  Danetra Moore released her new single Only God Can you can get it on iTunes. Her latest single is first of many to come. Only God Can stems from her title album Light In The Dark.  I am always pleased to see the rising of young ministers bringing forth gospel music, for this new generation of young Christians. If you haven’t been paying attention there is a move of sold out for Christ music ministers, pushing toward the frontline of sound. That sound is rallying hard for Jesus. This fresh wind now released to us yet another enthusiastic psalmist for Christ, anointed and appointed Danetra Moore.

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