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Here, we highlight Andrae Crouch–who went on bring gospel to new international heights with compositions present on the criticially-acclaimed blockbusters The Color Purple and The Lion King as well as Madonna’s “Like a Prayer” and several Michael Jackson songs including “Will You Be There?” and “Man in the Mirror.” As for ...
- Karen Peck and New River. Karen Peck started singing professionally in 1981 with The Nelons. She remained with the group for 10 years before she felt like God was calling her to take the next step in her musical journey.
- Tribute Quartet. The Tribute Quartet formed in 2006, and within two years, had been named the "Horizon Group of the Year" at the National Quartet Convention.
- The Ball Brothers. Andrew and Daniel Ball, their brother-in-law Chad McCloskey, and Matt Davis form the group called The Ball Brothers. The brothers grew up in central Illinois and were singing at early ages.
- Greater Vision. The trio known as Greater Vision has been touching audiences around the world since 1990. With over 200 performances a year and 30+ releases, they have become the most awarded trio in the history of Gospel music with awards for Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Video of the Year, and Artist of the Year.
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- Mahalia Jackson. We start off with the undisputed Queen of Gospel of the 20th centuray, Mahalia Jackson. Her incredible career spanned over 40 years, and she peaked during a challenging time in history when racial segregation was rampant throughout the US.
- Shirley Caesar. The First Lady of Gospel, Shirley Ann Caesar, started singing very young and recording at age 12 in 1951. She was highly influenced by her father, who was also a gospel singer.
- Elvis Presley. The King of Rock and Roll and screen icon, Elvis Presley, actually had other singing talents. After reinventing himself in 1972, his gospel album, He Touched Me, won him a second Grammy for Best Inspirational Performance.
- Kirk Franklin. The Reigning King of Urban Gospel, Kirk Franklin crossed the boundaries with his revolutionary talents as a renowned gospel singer, songwriter, musician, and producer.
- Jonathan McReynolds. LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 15: Singer Jonathan McReynolds attends the BET Celebration of Gospel 2014 at Orpheum Theatre on March 15, 2014 in Los Angeles, California.
- Fred Hammond. NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (U.S. TABS AND HOLLYWOOD REPORTER OUT) Fred Hammond arrives at the Apollo Theater Foundation 70th Anniversary Benefit Celebration on March 28, 2004 in New York City.
- Donnie McClurkin. Donnie McClurkinn’Recording Academy Honors’ hosted an evening honoring Bon Jovi, Alicia Keys and Donnie McClurkin at Cipriani’s Wall Street -Arrivals.
- BeBe Winans. NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 16: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Singer BeBe Winans visits ‘The Hoda Show’ live on SiriusXM’s TODAY Show Radio the SiriusXM Studios on March 16, 2015 in New York City.
- Kirk Franklin. The “Reigning King of Urban Gospel” Kirk Franklin led a difficult childhood, being abandoned as a baby by his birth mother. He was raised by his aunt, who encouraged him to develop his musical talents.
- Jonathan McReynolds. Award-winning gospel singer Jonathan McReynolds was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, by a single mother. However, he and his mom were very much loved and supported by their church, where both of them were actively involved.
- Donnie McClurkin. Dubbed the “Reigning King of Urban Gospel,” Donnie McClurkin began to experience trauma very early on. At eight years old, he witnessed the death of his little brother, who was only two years old at that time.
- Marvin Sapp. Gospel singer and pastor Marvin Sapp grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he started singing gospel very early on. He began singing at four years old at church, and by the time he was a teen, he was singing with gospel groups.
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