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Post by musicluv2 on Apr 8, 2008 13:51:13 GMT -5
Hey yall, this be Serina making music at Fontana, been wondering what's happening in the Gospel scene right now? like i was talking to my friend and he was saying that Gospel is not doing good right now. summer is coming up so there should be some concerts/tours lined up. as for me, i'm planning to head to Canton Jones's hope nation tour in a couple of weeks when he comes here. been listening to his music and checkin him out on his myspace.com/kingdombusiness page but yeah, that's me. know of any concerts/tours comin up?
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Post by HypeHoper on Apr 12, 2008 1:44:02 GMT -5
I know that Mr. Del is planning on doing free concerts, I think if you go to his myspace page you can contact him and see if you can get him to come to your city. I really would like to do that but my church acts so old fashioned I don't know.
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Post by ilovedalord on May 14, 2008 11:05:32 GMT -5
has anyone heard of the gospel artist.. brian courtney wilson.... i just discovered him and ilvoe him.. i want to spread his talent with yall.. check out his page,... myspace.com/briancourtneywilson..
listen to just love.. i promise it will brighten your day..
god bless.
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Post by chrishtiyan on Sept 6, 2009 21:16:01 GMT -5
Its very pleasing to the heart hearing smooth melodies from Kim Clement. A very calm and pure music that inspires me and gave soulful mind. I might say he is a modern Prophet. Check this site: <a href="http://kimclement.com/?menu=5&tab=about" target="_top"> Kim Clement </a> , and let the music begin.
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Post by worship1 on Dec 8, 2012 18:53:58 GMT -5
Gospel music is one of the fastest growing genres in the US and is also beginning to build up momentum here in the UK. Our brothers and sisters across the Atlantic Ocean have been spoilt for choice with the wealth of gospel music available to them and how accessible it is. The likes of Kirk Franklin and Mary Mary really took gospel to the mainstream and made it somewhat, dare I say, ‘cool’. Since then, the American multi-million dollar gospel industry has produced many household names and delves confidently into various musical styles such as R’n’B, Hip Hop, Rock and even Neo-Soul. It may be because the US music industry has embraced gospel music to the point of including the genre in their commercial music charts. Who would have imagined that a gospel rap artist would ever debut 1# on the Billboard Rap Album Charts. Well, Lecrea has managed to do just that! A sign of things to come I would say… So coming back to the UK, it’s been a long journey but the word on the street is that gospel music is fast becoming popular amongst the younger generation with urban gospel acts such as Guvna B, Faith Child, and Jahaziel playing a major role in this welcomed development. These artists have really made some inroads into the music industry and are opening up the industry to the wider community. The evidence of this is the very recent exciting recognition of Gospel music in mainstream music association body Association of Independent Music (AIM). Yet there is still a huge difference between the USA and UK and I guess until we can start to refer to the gospel music ‘scene’ in the UK as a money-making ‘industry’ as it is in the USA then there is still a lot of work to do. After the Music Stops The great news is that the ‘scene’ is addressing this issue. One of the approaches is through conversation. They say it’s good to talk, and I guess that one reason why is because talking educates, informs and promotes. There is a particular Christian music talk show online series entitled ‘After the Music Stops’ that attempts to do just that. It aims to ultimately encourage, edify and promote growth and unity within the UK Christian music scene. It takes a deeper look behind the music, the artists and the structure of the Christian music industry, asking the big artists questions that will help to promote the artists and the music and also give the up and coming artists insight into the ‘scene’. The talk show pulls upon well-known comedian and entertainer Simply Andy as the presenter interviewing the likes of Faith Child, Phillip Hannah, Victizzle and up and coming artists such as Baliva and Lamede. This is a weekly series aired each Saturday. You can watch the latest show at www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXE3ESyBbuI and subscribe to the shows channel at www.youtube.com/dunamisalliance the series is definitely not to be missed!
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Post by worship1 on Dec 22, 2012 13:50:12 GMT -5
Gospel Grime: Evangelistic Tool or Just Plain Dirty? Is it correct to have the word ‘Grime’ positioned directly next to the word ‘Gospel’ and use it to title a genre of music that claims to spread the good news of Jesus Christ? Well, many of the UK Christian youth populous would say an absolute YES! Grime music has dramatically increased in popularity amongst this group and is set to continue to be the music style of choice amongst secular and Christian youth. The relatively new music style was born out of Bow, East London in the early 2000’s. As a culturally diverse area with a number of social issues, East London was home to many young people who connect with the urban or ‘street’ sound offered by the genre. According to the urban dictionary, Grime music is; ‘London ghetto music, the British equivalent of ragga and hip-hop. Created for the youth by the youth. Raw beats, raw rhymes, not polished or commercialised. Still Grimey!!’ it is also described as a combination or development of UK Garage, Drum and Bass and Hip Hop. The likes of Dizzee Rascal, Wiley and Skepta have really given Grime music a platform by bringing it out of the streets of East London to the commercial music market place, giving it national if not international recognition. In the secular music scene, this music style has been received with open arms by ‘urban’ youths. However the genre is not without its critics and controversy, with even government officials speaking out about its often negative lyrical content and influence on youth culture on Britain’s streets. Home Secretary, David Blunkett referred to Grime lyrics in 2003 as “appalling” and his views were seconded by former government minister Kim Howells who in 2006 accused the genre of creating a culture where “killing is almost a fashion accessory”. Yet it has to be said that supporters of Grime music say that is a genre that has been born out of Britain’s streets and speaks a language that the youth of today can understand and that that of itself should be a positive thing. So, ‘Gospel Grime’? Is it right? Should it be done? Are we compromising our spiritual stand by including this genre in the growing mix of gospel/Christian music styles? If you take a look around, you will find gospel music in just about every genre including heavy metal! Yes, even heavy metal. And it is true to say that with every new style of gospel music the same argument has taken place within the church, mainly between the youth who are usually the group that will move along with new forms of music and the more elder Christians who tend to retain their views of what traditional gospel music is. There is still an on-going debate on whether Hip Hop has a place on a Christian youth’s Iphone (people don’t use Ipods anymore do they?). Grime therefore opens this debate even further with it’s ‘grimy’ undertones and ‘guttural‘ bass lines. The traditional music corner reasons that music styles such as Grime are just far too worldly. Its very nature and sound does not represent the kingdom and its use in the secular world is to propagate an agenda that directly opposes the word of God. Over in the Youthful corner, the retort is that young people respond positively to mediums that they can relate to and understand. That Gospel Grime can be used as a hard hitting way to preach the gospel and reach young people that would otherwise feel alienated by the church. They hold fast that the style isn’t a concern and is merely a personal preference, but that the real clarification between secular music and gospel music is actually the lyrical content. Guvna B and Victizzle are both artists leading the way forward in Gospel Grime and have really positive messages to share with their fellow youth. They are often met with some level of controversy but they stand by their belief that they connect with young people and deliver a Christian message that would not ordinarily be received. I guess music is about personal preference and what you connect with. The sounds may differ but when it comes down to it, it is all about the message it delivers. Whichever your view point, it is vital that these discussions continue to be had. Artists such as Guvna B and Faith Child discuss this and similar topics on online documentary ‘After the Music Stops’. bit.ly/UBwLiD subscribe to the shows channel at bit.ly/ZfgpBK
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Post by worship1 on Jan 9, 2013 18:02:51 GMT -5
UK gospel music is successfully attempting to make its mark on the UK music industry as a whole; the recent addition of the Gospel Music charts to the mainstream charts is clear evidence of this. Routes of entry into the industry have increased with more and more artists expressing themselves through the various genres that now classify as gospel or Christian music. However, the UK gospel scene is relatively young and has yet a lot of learning to do. Many of the successful UK artists carried the flag, paved the way and learnt about the pitfalls in the industry the hard way. Thankfully many of them are putting their experience to good use by informing and educating up and coming artists through a variety of platforms. In particular, a London based film production company, Dunamis Alliance Productions, has developed an 8 episode online talk show, ‘After the Music Stops’ bit.ly/U6Do13 , hosted by the comical Simply Andy . The producers aim to use the show to educate and inform young entrants into the gospel music scene about the issues surrounding the industry, the pitfalls, things to be aware of and what to expect as they begin their journey. The show brings together industry way-makers such as Phillipa Hannah, Victizzle, faith child and many others to discuss topical issues surrounding the industry in a fun and engaging manner. ‘After the Music Stops’ deals with very interesting topics such as ‘how does the church relate to Christian music?’ bit.ly/UYn3r0 , ‘to what degree should we follow mainstream if at all?’ and ‘is the Christian music industry united?’ Some of these topics are rarely discussed within the body and it is true that a number of new gospel artists will be completely unaware of them. For example, you may never have thought that a number of pastors are wary of who comes into their church to minister or perform because of fear that their young member may be negatively impacted. Because of this, new gospel artists may struggle to get bookings to perform in churches across the country until they are better known. So how do artists get around this? After the Music Stops asks artists who have been there and done that for their views and advice. Dunamis Alliance Productions skilful present this informative show in a fun and engaging manner. As a viewer you are given insight into some of your favourite artist’s personalities and how they think. You also became quite engrossed on the discussion, often wanting to scream at your screen with your own input. And luckily, because the series is broadcasted through YouTube you are able to join the discussion by leaving your comments. Check out the next instalment of After the Music Stops bit.ly/U6Do13 .
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