Gospel Groups: The Gospel Pearls

The Gospel Pearls 

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The Gospel Pearls were led by Bessie Griffin and they released some nice gospel pieces during the 1960s. They appeared on the Television show, Shindig in the 1964. They released a well regarded album in 1963 titled, The Gospel Pearls starring Bessie Griffin. Please take a listen here and remember God loves, Jesus Christ is the only way: The New Jerusalem  and When the Saints come marching in 

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Origin: US

Years active 1960s-? 

Genre: Gospel

Labels: Epic and Liberty

Gospel Singers:Edwin Hawkins

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

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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

Gospel Groups: The Jewel Gospel Trio

 The Jewel Gospel Trio

The Jewel Gospel Trio were made up of a young And Staton, her sister and a friend. They recorded from the 1950's to sometime in the 1970's. Please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way: Sin is to blame, Too late and Many little angels in the band

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Origin: Nashville, Tennessee, US

Years active: 1950's - 1970's 

Members: Canzetta Staton (Candi Staton) 

Maggie Staton

Naomi Harrison 

Labels: Nashboro and Gospel Friend

Gospel Groups: The Stars of Faith

The Stars of Faith

The Stars of Faith were an American Gospel vocal group that was formed in Philadelphia in 1958. This group consisted mainly of former members of the The Clara Ward Singers. They released some really nice songs, please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way: Had it not been the Lord and Don't stop praying

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Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

Members: Marion Williams, Kitty Parham, Francis Steadman, Esther Ford, Henrietta Waddy, Matty Harper, Esther Ford, Sadie Keys, Willie De John, Dorothy Blackwell, Alfred Bolden (Organ), Johnny Thompson (Piano)

Label: Savoy Records, Vee Jay Records 

Gospel Groups: The Davis Sisters

 The Davis Sisters

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The Davis Sisters of Philadelphia were a American Gospel Group founded by Ruth "Baby Sis" Davis and also included Gospel star Jackie Verdell. They started out performing in Philadelphia and chose to sing a version of Gospel music that was pioneered by The Dixie Hummingbirds, which is a shouting powerful style of singing. Please take a listen here and remember God loves you, Jesus Christ is the only way: There's a tree on each side of the river and We need the power of the Lord

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Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States 

Genres: Christian

Years active: 1949-19700

Members: Thelma Davis, Audrey Davis, Alfreda Davis, Edna Davis, Imogene Greene and Jackie Verdell

Gospel Singers: F. C. Barnes

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

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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) 

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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 

Source: 

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Background Information

Born: August 7, 1929

Origin: Spartanburg, South Carolina

Died: January 27, 1981

 (aged 51)

Genres: Gospel music