Howard
Hewett
"Oh Holy Night"
A ccording to one Rolling Stone writer, Howard Hewett is the premier vocalist in the post Marvin Gaye era of romantic pop. Like Gaye, Hewett soars to new heights and seduces his audience. "Just as I believe that I can't compromise romance," says Hewett "I can't compromise my music. I want songs like 'This Love's Forever,' 'On and On' and 'Your Body Needs Healing' to disclose secrets about myself and expose my heart.
Hewett first burst on the scene as lead singer of Shalamar, the successful post - disco group which topped the charts in both the U.S. and U. K. In the mid-eighties, Howard's solo career rocketed. The first single released on his own, I'm For Real," zoomed to number one. A series of hits followed, such as "Stay," "I Commit to Love," "Strange Relationship," "Once, Twice, Three Times," and "Show Me." His tune "Say Amen" has earned the status of a modern gospel classic.
"Oh Holy Night"
A ccording to one Rolling Stone writer, Howard Hewett is the premier vocalist in the post Marvin Gaye era of romantic pop. Like Gaye, Hewett soars to new heights and seduces his audience. "Just as I believe that I can't compromise romance," says Hewett "I can't compromise my music. I want songs like 'This Love's Forever,' 'On and On' and 'Your Body Needs Healing' to disclose secrets about myself and expose my heart.
Hewett first burst on the scene as lead singer of Shalamar, the successful post - disco group which topped the charts in both the U.S. and U. K. In the mid-eighties, Howard's solo career rocketed. The first single released on his own, I'm For Real," zoomed to number one. A series of hits followed, such as "Stay," "I Commit to Love," "Strange Relationship," "Once, Twice, Three Times," and "Show Me." His tune "Say Amen" has earned the status of a modern gospel classic.
Shirley
Murdock
"Hark The Herald"
As a chart-topping solo artist and songwriter, under the auspices of electro-funk pioneer, Roger Troutman (a/k/a “Roger”), and sometimes-singer with his hit-making band Zapp, Shirley is rightly credited as one of the defining influences in modern R&B.
Shirley grew up in a solid, church-going family in Toledo, Ohio. Having given her life to the Lord when she was 15, gospel music was the soundtrack to her life as a child and young adult. Showing prodigious musical gifts all her life, and growing up singing in her church choir, Shirley dreamed from a young age of a career as a gospel singer. “I want to sing songs that will help people in their everyday lives,” says Shirley. “To take them the Good News of Christ right where they are in ways that make them feel drawn in, welcomed and loved by God. Lifting up and giving encouragement to the church is a vitally important thing to do, and I hope I’m accomplishing that. But it’s all the people on the outside of the church doors who are lost, and slowly dying spiritually, and who don’t know where to turn or what to do, that I feel a special calling to reach. If my name gets someone’s attention, then well and good, because I have something to give them now that’s so much better than I ever have before.”
"Hark The Herald"
As a chart-topping solo artist and songwriter, under the auspices of electro-funk pioneer, Roger Troutman (a/k/a “Roger”), and sometimes-singer with his hit-making band Zapp, Shirley is rightly credited as one of the defining influences in modern R&B.
Shirley grew up in a solid, church-going family in Toledo, Ohio. Having given her life to the Lord when she was 15, gospel music was the soundtrack to her life as a child and young adult. Showing prodigious musical gifts all her life, and growing up singing in her church choir, Shirley dreamed from a young age of a career as a gospel singer. “I want to sing songs that will help people in their everyday lives,” says Shirley. “To take them the Good News of Christ right where they are in ways that make them feel drawn in, welcomed and loved by God. Lifting up and giving encouragement to the church is a vitally important thing to do, and I hope I’m accomplishing that. But it’s all the people on the outside of the church doors who are lost, and slowly dying spiritually, and who don’t know where to turn or what to do, that I feel a special calling to reach. If my name gets someone’s attention, then well and good, because I have something to give them now that’s so much better than I ever have before.”
Desiree Coleman
"Oh Holy Night"
Real songs that touch the heart, vocals that pierce the soul, beats that keep you on the dance floor, she's got it all. Exotic Afro-Cuban beauty Desiree "Dez" Coleman Jackson a Jamica,Queens native brings the heat! Desiree's extraordinary musical ability earned her major accolades as a child performer. As a young teen her astounding vocal ability labeled her a singeing phenomenon both On and Off Broadway. Desiree captivated her audiences as she effortlessly showcased her five octave range.
"Oh Holy Night"
Real songs that touch the heart, vocals that pierce the soul, beats that keep you on the dance floor, she's got it all. Exotic Afro-Cuban beauty Desiree "Dez" Coleman Jackson a Jamica,Queens native brings the heat! Desiree's extraordinary musical ability earned her major accolades as a child performer. As a young teen her astounding vocal ability labeled her a singeing phenomenon both On and Off Broadway. Desiree captivated her audiences as she effortlessly showcased her five octave range.
Dr. Rev. Norman Hutchins
"Holiday Prayer"
A native of Delaware was called into the ministry at the age of eight, at which time he began to preach throughout his years of attending both junior and high schools. Thirty years later, after receiving his Master's Degree in Biblical Counseling and a Doctorate in Church Administration, Dr. Hutchins now travels the country ministering to the Body of Christ through both preaching and singing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. From his first release in 1992 entitled "Press Toward the Mark" under Sparrow Records to his first Platinum release "Battlefield" with JDI Records, Dr. Hutchins has enjoyed a long road of success.
"Holiday Prayer"
A native of Delaware was called into the ministry at the age of eight, at which time he began to preach throughout his years of attending both junior and high schools. Thirty years later, after receiving his Master's Degree in Biblical Counseling and a Doctorate in Church Administration, Dr. Hutchins now travels the country ministering to the Body of Christ through both preaching and singing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. From his first release in 1992 entitled "Press Toward the Mark" under Sparrow Records to his first Platinum release "Battlefield" with JDI Records, Dr. Hutchins has enjoyed a long road of success.
Shanice
"Jesus Is The Light"
A member of the Motown label roster during the 1990s, R&B singer Shanice is best known for her infectious smash "I Love Your Smile." Born May 14, 1973, Shanice Wilson entered show business virtually as a toddler, appearing in a number of musicals and television commercials. By 1984 she was a regular on the series Kids Incorporated, and soon after performed on the program Star Search. Her appearance there caught the eye of A&M Records, and at the age of 11 Shanice was under contract to the label. Her debut album Discovery in 1987, scored a pair of minor hits with the singles "(Baby Tell Me) Can You Dance" and "No 1/2 Steppin'." Signing to Motown in 1990, she teamed with producer Narada Michael Walden and recorded Inner Child, scoring with the hit "I Love Your Smile" as well as "I'm Cryin'" and "Lovin' You."
"Jesus Is The Light"
A member of the Motown label roster during the 1990s, R&B singer Shanice is best known for her infectious smash "I Love Your Smile." Born May 14, 1973, Shanice Wilson entered show business virtually as a toddler, appearing in a number of musicals and television commercials. By 1984 she was a regular on the series Kids Incorporated, and soon after performed on the program Star Search. Her appearance there caught the eye of A&M Records, and at the age of 11 Shanice was under contract to the label. Her debut album Discovery in 1987, scored a pair of minor hits with the singles "(Baby Tell Me) Can You Dance" and "No 1/2 Steppin'." Signing to Motown in 1990, she teamed with producer Narada Michael Walden and recorded Inner Child, scoring with the hit "I Love Your Smile" as well as "I'm Cryin'" and "Lovin' You."
Doc Powell
"Little Drummer Boy"
Doc Powell has contributed to over 125 recordings of some of the premiere recording stars in R & B/Pop, like Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and enjoyed a 13-year stint recording and performing with the late Luther Vandross. He's also played with jazz greats Bob James and the late Grover Washington, Jr., and with gospel superstars, CeCe Winans, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, and have recorded and toured as band leader with gospel's record breaking superstar Kirk franklin since 2002. In 1996 Doc Powell enjoyed his biggest solo commercial success with his "Laid Back" CD. the record yielded two top 10 hits, including "sunday Morning" which made history as smooth jazz radio by achieving the most spins (over 1000) in it's first week of release. By year's end "Laid Back" was rated the #2 jazz record of the year.
"Little Drummer Boy"
Doc Powell has contributed to over 125 recordings of some of the premiere recording stars in R & B/Pop, like Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and enjoyed a 13-year stint recording and performing with the late Luther Vandross. He's also played with jazz greats Bob James and the late Grover Washington, Jr., and with gospel superstars, CeCe Winans, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, and have recorded and toured as band leader with gospel's record breaking superstar Kirk franklin since 2002. In 1996 Doc Powell enjoyed his biggest solo commercial success with his "Laid Back" CD. the record yielded two top 10 hits, including "sunday Morning" which made history as smooth jazz radio by achieving the most spins (over 1000) in it's first week of release. By year's end "Laid Back" was rated the #2 jazz record of the year.
Sounds
of Blackness
“Joy Of Christmas”
For the past thirty-five years, the Grammy Award-winning
Sounds of Blackness have proudly presented African-American
music with a unique message of inspiration and hope to people
all over the world.
With fifteen singers and 10 musicians, Sounds of Blackness
perform Jazz, Gospel, R&B, Spirituals, Blues, Reggae and Hip-hop.
They tell the story of a people - from Africa to America, in a manner
that people of all backgrounds relate to, understand and appreciate.
Sounds of Blackness have performed for Presidents and prisoners,
Kings, Queens and homeless persons. They belong to the entire world.
They seek to glorify God by unifying and uplifiting all people - everywhere!
“Joy Of Christmas”
For the past thirty-five years, the Grammy Award-winning
Sounds of Blackness have proudly presented African-American
music with a unique message of inspiration and hope to people
all over the world.
With fifteen singers and 10 musicians, Sounds of Blackness
perform Jazz, Gospel, R&B, Spirituals, Blues, Reggae and Hip-hop.
They tell the story of a people - from Africa to America, in a manner
that people of all backgrounds relate to, understand and appreciate.
Sounds of Blackness have performed for Presidents and prisoners,
Kings, Queens and homeless persons. They belong to the entire world.
They seek to glorify God by unifying and uplifiting all people - everywhere!
Lalah Hathaway
"Angles We Have Heard On High"
Lalah Hathaway burst onto the soul and jazz scene in 1990 with an auspicious self-titled debut album. Her last name gives a lot away. She is the daughter of legendary soul performer Donny Hathaway and his talented wife Eulauhlah. She is a true and distinctive vocal talent, with a style somewhat reminiscent of Patti Austin, but with a deeper, smokier edge.
"Angles We Have Heard On High"
Lalah Hathaway burst onto the soul and jazz scene in 1990 with an auspicious self-titled debut album. Her last name gives a lot away. She is the daughter of legendary soul performer Donny Hathaway and his talented wife Eulauhlah. She is a true and distinctive vocal talent, with a style somewhat reminiscent of Patti Austin, but with a deeper, smokier edge.
Jonathan
Butler
"The First Noel"
At thirteen, Jonathan's talents caught the ears and eyes of British record producer Clive Caulder. He was signed to Caulder's Jive Records and as the old cliche goes, the rest is history. Jonathan's first single broke down racial barriers, becoming the first song by a black artist to be played by white radio stations in South Africa and earned a Sarie Award, South Africa's equivalent to the Grammys. Because Jive was headquartered in England, Jonathan decided to move there to focus on his recording career. His commitment to his craft paid off with his self-titled debut album, which received a Grammy nomination for the pop hit "Lies." Jonathan's ability to blend his roots in African music with western pop sensibilities would be a trademark of many albums to follow.
"The First Noel"
At thirteen, Jonathan's talents caught the ears and eyes of British record producer Clive Caulder. He was signed to Caulder's Jive Records and as the old cliche goes, the rest is history. Jonathan's first single broke down racial barriers, becoming the first song by a black artist to be played by white radio stations in South Africa and earned a Sarie Award, South Africa's equivalent to the Grammys. Because Jive was headquartered in England, Jonathan decided to move there to focus on his recording career. His commitment to his craft paid off with his self-titled debut album, which received a Grammy nomination for the pop hit "Lies." Jonathan's ability to blend his roots in African music with western pop sensibilities would be a trademark of many albums to follow.
Chante Moore and Kenny
Latimore
"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"
The married duo of Kenny Lattimore and Chante Moore are two of today's most distinctive song stylists. Both, Kenny and Chante, believe in unity and harmony within the home of a married couple that is based on a mutual love of God . "You must make wise choices that govern your day to day living", says Chante.
Chante Moore, daughter of a minister, is one of the most versatile singer/songwriters of this generation, having recorded four superb albums: 1992's PRECIOUS, 1995's A LOVE SUPREME, 1999's THIS MOMENT IS MINE and 2000's EXPOSED which included hits such as; "Candlelight & You" (a duet with Keith Washington), "Love's Taken Over," "It's Alright," "Chante's Got A Man At Home" and "Straight Up. She recently recorded the track "One More Time" Kenny G.
Kenny Lattimore began his career with a group called Mannequin, who released an album in 1989 that didn't catch on. Lattimore decided to go solo, and in 1996 he released KENNY LATTIMORE, which yielded the hits "Never Too Busy" and "Just What It Takes." In 1997, Lattimore caught international fire with "FROM THE SOUL OF MAN," which contained "For You," a song still considered a wedding staple for couples around the world. He released the album WEEKEND in 2001.
Kenny and Chante released their newest album Uncovered summer 2005.
"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"
The married duo of Kenny Lattimore and Chante Moore are two of today's most distinctive song stylists. Both, Kenny and Chante, believe in unity and harmony within the home of a married couple that is based on a mutual love of God . "You must make wise choices that govern your day to day living", says Chante.
Chante Moore, daughter of a minister, is one of the most versatile singer/songwriters of this generation, having recorded four superb albums: 1992's PRECIOUS, 1995's A LOVE SUPREME, 1999's THIS MOMENT IS MINE and 2000's EXPOSED which included hits such as; "Candlelight & You" (a duet with Keith Washington), "Love's Taken Over," "It's Alright," "Chante's Got A Man At Home" and "Straight Up. She recently recorded the track "One More Time" Kenny G.
Kenny Lattimore began his career with a group called Mannequin, who released an album in 1989 that didn't catch on. Lattimore decided to go solo, and in 1996 he released KENNY LATTIMORE, which yielded the hits "Never Too Busy" and "Just What It Takes." In 1997, Lattimore caught international fire with "FROM THE SOUL OF MAN," which contained "For You," a song still considered a wedding staple for couples around the world. He released the album WEEKEND in 2001.
Kenny and Chante released their newest album Uncovered summer 2005.
Beverly Crawford
“Silent Night”
A Dove, Stellar,
and Grammy nominee, this licensed and ordained Evangelist has been touching
the lives of God’s people for over 17 years.