New York, NY– It has been a few years since Gospel fans have heard new music from William Murphy, the pastor and singer possibly best known for the stirring lead vocals on Shekinah Glory’s seminal “Praise Is What I Do.”  But, all of that is now changing as the first single from his upcoming CD […]

Akron, OH — The Ohio-based gospel group Half Mile Home is scheduled to release a new album, Church Muzik & Inspiration, on November 6.  The 14-track CD offers a wide range of music from traditional to contemporary gospel with and urban twist. The four members of the musically self-contained group—Terrance “Buttons” Burton (lead vocalist, drummer […]

Forest Park, IL — Whenever Worship and the Word of God collide, you have the ingredients for a revival. That’s exactly what has taken place in Forest Park, IL at the Living Word Christian Center when the senior Pastor, Dr. Bill Winston recently appointed Stellar Award Nominee Todd Dulaney as one of the Worship Leaders. […]

Dallas, TX — Imagine watching your daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece being sold into prostitution and not even knowing it. Imagine being a mother and being told that your child can work and help provide for the family. So, for $200 and a bag of rice you unknowingly trade your little girl in and never see […]

Enjoy an Evening Celebration with Marvin Winans Senior Pastor of Perfecting Church in FULL CONCERT! Guest Emcee: The Belle   Saint Paul’s Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Rd., Richmond, VA Wednesday, October 17, 2012 @ 7:00p.m Absolutely FREE to the Public!

Westchester, New York — Stellar Award nominated Syreeta “Trumpet Lady” Thompson announced plans to expand her music education platform today.   “If I can impact a child’s life by sharing about something I love and that I’ve been blessed to receive formal education in, I don’t even have to think twice,” shares Thompson.   In […]

A dozen years in, the Chicago-based ensemble known as Shekinah Glory Ministry (SGM) continues to dominate and set the standard for urban praise and worship music. They’ve made chants such as “Praise is What I Do” and “Jesus” universally known tunes that are sung by choirs all over the world. With five RIAA gold and […]

The EPM Music Group’s latest signing; Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis have hit the radio airwaves with a joyous song of gratitude entitled, “Thank You, Lord”. Although, the tune is a great way to kick off the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, it’s also a message that reverberates throughout the year. “I’ll bless the Lord at all times,” […]

(The Belle congratulats Dr. Bobby Jones) Washington, D.C. –The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) and the Congressional Black Caucus Spouses recently recognized the contributions of three icons in the arts, as well as students pursuing careers and opportunities in those areas, during the 16th Annual Celebration of Leadership in the Fine Arts on September 19 […]

PASTOR – Rejoice In The Word, Atlanta, GA HUSBAND & FATHER – Married 16 yrs, father of five RECORD COMPANY EXECUTIVE – Def Jam & Uptown (former VP, A&R) CURRENT OCCUPATION: Entrepreneur   With the single release of Dig In Me Lord, some may wonder who is PJ aka Pastor Jones? But take note, PJ […]

New York, NY – The nominations are in for the Soul Train Music Awards.  In the category of Best Gospel/Inspirational Performance there were a couple of surprise names and three expected names.  Take a look:   For the Best Gospel/Inspirational Performance:  *BeBe Winans– “America America” *Fred Hammond– “I Feel Good” *Marvin Sapp– “My Testimony” *Mary […]

Los Angeles, CA —  Grammy ® nominated recording artist Jonathan Butler is set to release his highly-anticipated new gospel CD, Grace and Mercy, on September 25, 2012 by Rendezvous Music. Known for hits such as “Falling In Love With Jesus,” Butler has sold more than 1.8 million albums worldwide including more than 330,000 Gospel CDs. […]