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Singer Chante Moore to Bring R&B to the Hyundai Soundstage at the 13th Annual Taste of Soul
September 6, 2018
Singer and “R&B Divas” star Chanté Moore is slated to perform on the Hyundai Soundstage for the 13th annual Taste of Soul. Hyundai recently announced that renowned journalist Roland Martin will be the host with Brian “DJ B-Hen” Henry and rap icon Kurtis Blow as the talent featured on the stage.
Aretha’s Friends Recall Her Faith and Love of Gospel
August 23, 2018
The passing of the legendary Aretha Franklin on August 16, prompted scores of admirers – from recording artists to musicians to U.S. presidents – to offer tributes and memories of her impact on the world. But before she became known as “The Queen of Soul,” Aretha was a strong believer in God and expressed her faith through her music. The Rev. Dr. Melvin V. Wade, Sr., pastor emeritus of Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Los Angeles, was close to Aretha’s father, the Rev. C.L. Franklin, and remembered that the singer had strong faith even as a child. “She was raised
Snoop Dogg talks new gospel album ‘Bible of Love’ (pt.3of3)
March 22, 2018
Rap Icon Snoop Dogg sits down for a one-on-one interview with Brandon I. Brooks, managing editor with the Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper and L.A. Watts Times Newspaper. Snoop speaks on legalization of marijuana, relationship with God and gang culture.
Snoop Dogg talks new gospel album ‘Bible of Love’ (pt.2of3)
March 22, 2018
Snoop Dogg sits down for a one-on-one interview with Brandon I. Brooks, managing editor with the Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper and the L.A. Watts Times newspaper.
Snoop Dogg talks new gospel album ‘Bible of Love’ (pt.1of3)
March 21, 2018
Brandon I. Brooks, managing editor Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper and the L.A. Watts Times Newspaper, sits down with Snoop Dogg to talk about new gospel album, “Bible Of Love.”
It’s A Rap (Music Briefs): 9.14.17 – 9.20.17
September 14, 2017
One of many R&B male groups to set the stage with a unique sound and style returns to the music scene and are ready to give fans a wilder side of their artistry.
Gospel music speeches bring financial music to students’ ears
April 5, 2017
Five high school seniors won college scholarship awards totaling $3,750 for their speeches about gospel music during the Heritage Music Foundation’s (HMF) 2017 Gospel Music Festival. Dr. Margaret Pleasant Douroux, CEO and founder of the foundation, hosts the contest each year during HMF’s month-long celebration of gospel music. Over the course of 13 years, HMF has awarded $37,500 to more than 50 students, thanks to donations from friends of Heritage who believe in helping young people and are passionate about education. The event precedes Heritage’s national annual conference set for June 21-24 in Los Angeles. At the gathering, the organization
Tamela and David Mann at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards
March 5, 2017
Gospel artist Tamela Mann won Best Gospel Performance/Song for the sing “God Provides.”
Host: Brandon I. Brooks
Kirk Franklin Talks About Gospel Music at the Grammys
February 26, 2017
Gospel music icon Kirk Franklin won a Grammy for his album ‘Losing My Religion’
Host: Brandon I. Brooks
Donald Taylor of the L.A. Mass Choir at Taste of Soul Media Day
November 3, 2016
Founder Donald Taylor and the L.A. Mass Choir performed at the Taste of Soul media day. He talked about the history of the ensemble and their relationship with the Taste of Soul.
Host: Brandon I. Brooks
Gospel Artist Anthony J. Brown At 2016 ASCAP Awards
July 20, 2016
Anthony J. Brown shares what the AP in Group TherAPy stands for, and why we’re all worth it!
Host: Brittany K. Jackson
Anthony J. Brown At The 2016 BET Awards
July 1, 2016
Host Brittany K. Jackson interviews Gospel Artist Anthony J. Brown at 2016 BET Awards.
Kirk Franklin at the 2016 Grammys
February 29, 2016
Jonathan McReynolds at the 2016 Grammy’s
February 27, 2016