Contemporary gospel

JJ Hairston & YP Mark 20th Year of God-Praising Albums

Sentinel News ServiceApril 3, 2019

Contemporary gospel group releases new single, “Miracle Worker” After two decades of singing contemporary gospel, JJ Hairston and Youthful Praise still delight in lifting God’s name. They have charted several award-winning tracks over the years, yet the group continues to release more songs about the Lord. Their latest single, “Miracle Worker,” is dominating the airwaves and Hairston hopes listeners will be encouraged by its message. “We’re excited about “Miracle Worker” and believe the song is uplifting,” said Hairston, who spoke with the L.A. Sentinel while in Los Angeles for the Gospel Music Workshop of America’s annual board meeting on March

Religion

Williams Sings Traditional Gospel with a Contemporary Flavor

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorMay 24, 2017

Markees Williams is a big fan of old school, down-home gospel songs. Although he’s only 30-years-old, he describes himself as having a “traditional core, with some contemporary flavor.” Combining both qualities in his music has resulted in Williams attracting a broad audience from young adults to seniors that flock to his appearances. In fact, his album release concert last month at New Hope Baptist Church in Los Angeles drew hundreds of people of all ages. His popularity is not surprising considering that Williams has been a popular guest at Southern California churches for more than a decade. But, in the last