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The Allstate Gospel Superfest returns to Atlanta, GA for 14th national TV recording. Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson scheduled to host!
Atlanta, GA: The Allstate Gospel Superfest will hold its fourteenth national TV recording and festival in Atlanta on Saturday, March 9, 2013. The show will take place at the Georgia International Convention Center (Atlanta airport area) and feature some of America’s most accomplished names in the field of inspirational and R&B music. Artists scheduled to appear include:
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- The Chicago Mass Choir
- Tramaine Hawkins
- Dorinda Clark Cole
- Dottie Peoples
- DeWayne Woods
- Byron Cage
- Anita Wilson
- Earnest Pugh
- Beverly Crawford
- Ricky Dillard & New G
- Regina Belle
- LEXI
- Lonnie Hunter
[/one_last_half] The show will be hosted by accomplished actress and TV star Wendy Raquel Robinson, who is known for her lead role as the character “Tasha Mack” on the hit BET Network series “The Game.” This is Ms. Robinson’s second appearance as host of the Allstate Gospel Superfest. The Allstate Gospel Superfest will deliver an inspiring night of non-stop entertainment for the entire family with great music, comedy, urban dance and several surprises. The recordings from the event are scheduled to air in national syndication during the months of March and June of 2013.
The Allstate Gospel Superfest “Live In Atlanta” is executive produced by show founder Bobby Cartwright, Jr. (Cincinnati, OH) and directed by Ryan Polito (Los Angeles, CA). The one-day power-packed musical spectacular will take place at the Georgia International Convention Center, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, Atlanta, GA 30337 on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 6:00 PM. Doors will open at 5:00 PM. Tickets for the event are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com or by calling 866-468-7619. More information on The Allstate Gospel Superfest is also available at www.gospelsuperfest.com
About The Allstate Gospel Superfest
Living Legend Andrae’ Crouch And His Smash “Let The Church Say Amen”
Named On Billboard’s Year End Gospel Charts
PBS Taps The Artist For Coveted Special
Crouch Recognized With Five 2013 Stellar Award Nominations
(Los Angeles, CA) –Andrae’ Crouch is credited with revolutionizing the sound of contemporary Gospel music. As the composer of songs like “The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power”, “Through It All” and “My Tribute”, grandparents and parents grew up on the Gospel icon’s music. With the release of 2011’s The Journey, Crouch’s latest album on Riverphlo Entertainment (headed by industry veteran Mano Hanes), his musical legacy has been introduced to a brand new generation. His mega hit, “Let The Church Say Amen”, featuring the vocal talents of Pastor Marvin Winans, has seen the Gospel musician, composer, recording artist, songwriter, arranger and producer return to the airwaves. Billboard Magazine cited the single, which spent over 60 weeks at the top of the charts, as the Top Gospel Song of 2012. In addition, Billboard named Crouch as the number six Gospel Songs Artist of the Year. Earlier in the year, Crouch was nominated for five 2013 Stellar Awards (Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for “Let The Church Say Amen”, CD of the Year for The Journey, Traditional CD of the Year for The Journey and Traditional Male of the Year).
The Journey, a 2012 GRAMMY Nominated project which highlights collaborations with Chaka Khan, Sheila E., Kim Burrell, and Take 6, is Crouch’s first CD in six years. PBS took note of the Gospel legend and is currently featuring the Andrae’ Crouch Collection on their stations nationwide. Crouch is the first Gospel artist chosen by the Public Broadcasting System to be featured in support of the network. Fans of the artist are encouraged to check their local PBS stations to view the broadcast. In addition to PBS, the Collection – the Live In Los Angeles Concert DVD and The Journey CD – are available for purchase, along with other product, on www.acthejourney.com.
Throughout his 50-year career, Crouch’s songs have been performed by Elvis Presley and Paul Simon and have been heard in movies and on television including The Color Purple (“Maybe God’s Trying To Tell You Something”) and the theme from the sitcom “Amen”. He’s netted numerous awards including nine GRAMMY Awards, six GMA Dove Awards and an Oscar nomination.
With a recording career that began in the 60s, Andrae’ Crouch was a key figure in the Christian movement of that era. A versatile musician and composer, Crouch’s expertise spanned multiple genres including contemporary light rock, pop, jazz, African/world music, and of course, Gospel. His first musical group was the COGICs (Church of God In Christ Singers) and later he formed The Disciples, in 1965. The ensemble catapulted Crouch to notoriety and they toured in over 70 countries. The most popular songs during this era were “The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power”, “Through It All”, “Bless His Holy Name” and “My Tribute”. Later he composed or arranged songs for artists such as Ringo Starr, Stevie Wonder, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Quincy Jones and countless others. His film contributions include The Lion King, Free Willy and Once Upon A Forest. With GRAMMYs, Doves, Stellars, NAACP Image Awards and many others to his credit, he’s also a recipient of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Gospel Music Lifetime Achievement Award and a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Currently, Crouch serves as Senior Pastor of New Christ Memorial Church of God In Christ in San Fernando, CA. In 2010, he signed with Riverphlo Entertainment and released The Journey in the fall of 2011. More information can be found at www.riverphlo.com.
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Songwriter Samuel Archer Launches New Website to Celebrate Black History Month and reintroduces “Redeem The Dream.” New York, January 24, 2013 – Samuel Archer (singer/songwriter) has launched a new website and re-introduced his album “Redeem The Dream.” The EP project has seven songs geared to engage conversation on social issues and promotes positivity. The website lists activities to engage students, teachers, choirs, soloists and community groups to help spread the positive message of “Redeeming The Dream.”
The Album – “Redeem the dream” which is the title song, speaks about Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and Mahatma Gandhi and what it will be like if they woke up today, would they be happy with what’s going on in our world or will they be sad and disappointed? “Issues,” (another featured song on the EP) has a strong world-beat influence, which mirrors the ethnic genre on “The Return,” one of Sam’s previous albums.
In 2006 a documentary was being produced and Sam was selected to sing the title song for the movie, entitled “A Dream Deferred,” based on a poem written by Langston Hughes. On this album there are many notable moments musically and vocally that touches the listener with peace, love and consciousness.
The Website – Singing groups, dancers and community groups are encouraged to use the title song for their Black History Month performances and/or events. Students can enter into a video making competition and they have the option to use the recorded version or create their own version of the song to use in the video. Students are encouraged to be creative. Prizes will be given for the videos with the most views. Sponsors with interest to contribute a prize must contact the redeem the dream team at letthemusichelp@gmail.com
With the celebration of Martin Luther King’s birthday (to be celebrated on January 21, 2013), National Freedom Day (to be observed February 1, 2013) and a full month to celebrate African contributions (Black History Month), Redeem The Dream will prove to be a great resource and a conversation piece.
Visit the website: www.toredeemthedream.info for more information. To sample songs from “Redeem The Dream,” and more music from Samuel Archer, please visit www.samuelarcher.bandcamp.com
Source:
http://elationmagazine.com/newwebsite/2013/01/26/tcb-the-christian-buzz-vic-anderson/