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Showing posts with label Gospel Singers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gospel Singers. Show all posts

Sunday, 3 March 2024

Gospel Singers: Sister Goldia Haynes

 Sister Goldia Haynes






Sister Goldia Haynes worked for Capitol Records during the 1950's, and also hosted and performed on TV Gospel Time in the 1960's. There is limited information written about her, but she really was a talented artist. Please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way:This Train and Traveling 



Origin: US

Occupation: Singer

Years active: 1950's - ? 

Labels: Town and County, Capitol Records 





Gospel Singers: Reverend Timothy Wright

 Reverend Timothy Wright (Born June 17, 1947 - Died April 24, 2009)


Image Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1068544-Timothy-Wright

Reverend Timothy Wright was a Gospel Singer and Pentecostal Pastor. He began playing the piano at aged 12 years old and composed for his church choir during his teenage years. He formed and led the Timothy Wright Concert Choir in the 1970's and went on to release successful albums into the 1990's. Please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way:I've been born again, Who's on the Lord's side and Trouble Don't last always



Name: Timothy Wright

Origin: New York, US

Occupation: Gospel Singer, Pastor

Years Active: 1960's - 2009

Labels: Gloria Records, GosPearl Records, New Birth Records, Sound of Gospel, Atlanta International Records, Savoy Records, Koch Records, Gospel Air Records & Tapes


Saturday, 18 November 2023

Gospel Singers:Edwin Hawkins

Edwin Reuben Hawkins (August 19, 1943 - Jan 15, 2018)


Image Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/569446-Edwin-Hawkins

Edwin Hawkins was a Gospel musician, Pianist, vocalist, choir Master, composer and arranger, He began playing music from the age of seven and helped to create the urban contemporary gospel sound . He also lead The Edwin Hawkins singer that is released the song Oh Happy Day , please take a listen here and remember God loves you , Jesus Christ is the only way: Oh Happy Day (Edwin Hawkins Singers) and Every man wants to be free 


Origin: Oakland, California, US 

Years active: 1960s - 1990s

Labels: Buddah, Birthright, Pavilion, Century Records , Myrrh







Tuesday, 22 August 2023

Gospel Singers: F. C. Barnes

Reverend Fair Cloth ("F. C.", or "Faircloth") Barnes (June 22, 1929 – July 11, 2011) 

Image Source: h ttps://www.discogs.com/artist/1172636-Fair-Cloth-Barnes

Reverend F. C. Barnes, was a Singer, Songwriter and Christian Pastor that released some much loved songs during the 1980's. His catalog contains 15 Albums, which was all released on the Atlanta International (AIR Gospel) Label. Please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way: The Rough side of the mountain ft (Rev. Janice Brown) and We prayed and God delivers 


Background Information 

Birth name: Fair Cloth Barnes

Also known as: Rev. F. C. Barnes; Rev. Faircloth Barnes

Born: June 22, 1929

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Died: July 11, 2011 (aged 82)

Greenville, North Carolina

Genres: CCM, gospel, traditional black gospel, urban contemporary gospel

Occupation(s): Christian pastor, singer, 

Instrument(s): Voice

Years active: 1984–2005

Labels: Atlanta International (AIR Gospel) 


Gospel Singers : Reverend Julius Cheeks

Reverend Julius Cheeks (Born August 07, 1929 - Died January 27, 1981) 

Reverend Julius Cheeks was a Gospel Singer whom had his most successful time as a member of the The Sensational Nightingales. He also worked briefly with both The Soul Stirrers and the Mighty Clouds of Joy. Please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way: Last mile of the way (with The Four Knights)  and I decided to make Jesus my choice 

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Background Information
Born: August 7, 1929
Origin: Spartanburg, South Carolina
Died: January 27, 1981
 (aged 51)
Genres: Gospel music

Monday, 26 June 2023

Gospel Singers : Gene Martin

Gene Martin (Born 1939 in Atlanta Georgia - Died March 20, 2015)

Image Source: https://www.discogs.com/master/1018075-Gene-Martin-Songs-Of-Deliverance 

Gospel music pioneer, Gene Martin, was an Evangelist, Singer and Choir Director, whom began his tenure in the 1960s. He worked alongside Evangelist A. A. Allen at the revivals, singing with the Miracle Valley Chorus. Have a great day, remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way. Please take a listen here G od's got a blessing for you, Travelling Shoes and In the Morning (With the Miracle Valley Choir)


Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1709925-Gene-Martin-2#:~:text=Born%20in%20Atlanta%2C%20Ga%20in%201939.&text=Renowned%20throughout%20the%20world%20as,in%20the%201960s%20with%20Evangelist

Name: Gene Martin 

Origin: Atlanta, Georgia, US

Labels : Savoy, Miracle Revival Recordings, A A Allen Revival

Sunday, 31 May 2020

Vanessa Bell Armstrong

Vanessa Bell Armstrong (born October 2, 1953)

Gospel Singer, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, gained success after releasing her debut Album in 1983 and continued into the 1990's, before taking a break. She returned in 2001, 2007 and then again in 2009 with more releases. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: You bring out the best in me, Pressing on, Nobody but Jesus, Always, Something Inside so strong and Peace be still

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vanessa_Bell_Armstrong
Background Information 
Born
Vanessa Bell

October 2, 1953 (age 66)
Detroit, Michigan, United States
OccupationGospel singer
Years active1968–present

Sunday, 8 September 2019

Danniebelle Hall

Danniebelle Hall (October 6, 1938 - December 28, 2000)

Gospel Musician, Recording Artist and Songwriter, Danniebelle Hall, began playing the Piano at 3 years old and was a member of a Gospel Trio with her sisters up to her teen years. During her 20's she was a part of both The Danniebelles and Andrae Crouch and the Disciples. She also released many Solo Albums and was regarded for setting Bible passages to music. She died in 2000; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: I go to the rock, O se Baba (Nigerian Praise) and Ordinary people

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danniebelle_Hall
Background information
Name: Danniebelle Hall 
Born: Oct. 06, 1938
Died: Dec. 28, 2000 
Origin: Pittsburgh, PA, US
Label: Light, Sparrow, Onyx International

Monday, 20 May 2019

Lucy Myers

Lucy Myers

Gospel Singer, Lucy Myers, is listed among the "almost undocumented"  performers that have Gospel songs listed in the 1970's and even earlier. Her songs are available for listening, but there is no info about her life. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: O tell me his name again, Pentecostal fire is falling Jesus is passing this way today and The Pentecostal Message (Reverend V.B.)

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/4172188-Lucy-Myers

Background information
Name: Lucy Myers 
Genre: Gospel 
Label: Henry's, Myer's 

Reverend V.B.

Vivian Burke

The Reverend V.B. released numerous Gospel songs, but a part from a few listings of his songs there is limited information available about his life. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Message of hope (with The Gospel Flame) and God is still moving (with the Gospel Flames)

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/3635155-Rev-V-B
Background information
Name: Vivian Burke
Genre: Gospel
Label: Joe Gibbs Music, Resurrection

Sunday, 9 September 2018

Gospel Singers: Tramaine Hawkins

Tramaine Hawkins (born
Tramaine Aunzola Davis on October 11, 1951)


Multi Award winning (Grammy, Dove and Stellar) Gospel Music Singer, Tramaine Hawkins, began her career as a member of Little  Sister, and also worked with The Edwin Hawkins Singers. She had a great run as a Solo Artist during the 1980's. She remains active; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Highway and Jesus Christ Is the way

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tramaine_Hawkins
 Background information 
Birth nameTramaine Aunzola Davis
BornOctober 11, 1951(age 66)
San Francisco, California, U.S.
GenresChristian,contemporary gospel
Occupation(s)Singer
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1966–present
LabelsLight, A&M,Sparrow/Capitol,Columbia, EMI Gospel,GospoCentric
Associated actsWalter Hawkins,Edwin Hawkins, The Hawkins Family

Sunday, 29 May 2016

Gospel Singers: Dorothy Love Coates

Dorothy Love Coates (Jan. 30, 1928 – Apr. 9, 2002)

Gospel Singer, Dorothy Love Coates, was an inspiring Artist that was a part of the Civil Rights Movement before many other Artist. She led The Original Gospel Harmonettes through many Successes and also influenced James Brown, Wilson Pickett, Mavis Staple and others. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: That's enough, Get away Jordan, 99 and a half won't do, He's calling me and You can't hurry God (He's right on time)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothy_Love_Coates
Background Information
Birth nameDorothy McGriff
BornJanuary 30, 1928
OriginBirmingham, Alabama, U.S.
DiedApril 9, 2002 (aged 74)
GenresGospel
Years active1949–1970
LabelsSpecialty, Savoy, Vee-Jay,Columbia, Nashboro
Associated actsGospel Harmonettes, Original Gospel Harmonettes, Dorothy Love Coates Singers

Friday, 13 May 2016

Julia Mae Price

Julia Mae Price
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The late Julia Mae Price was a former member of The Caravans and The Davis Sisters. She had solo success after releasing her first solo effort in the 1980's. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Jesus is the best thing


Background information
Name: Julia Mae Price
Associated Acts: The Caravans and The Davis Sisters


Friday, 4 December 2015

Mitty Collier

Mitty Lene Collier (born 21 June 1941)
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Church Pastor, Gospel and Rhythm and Blues Singer, Mitty Collier, recorded Secular music during the 1960's. She temporarily lost her voice in 1971 and returned in 1972 releasing Gospel recordings and continued until 1987. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: I had a talk with my man, Pain, Got to get away from it all,  and I had a talk with God Last night

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitty_Collier
Background Information
Birth nameMitty Lene Collier
BornJune 21, 1941 (age 74)
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
GenresSoul, R&B, gospel
Occupation(s)Singer
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1959–1987
LabelsChess
Peachtree