Gospel Memories

This episode spotlights selections from gospel reissue packages we were serviced with in 2021 plus a set in memory of the late Bishop Joe Simon (THE Joe Simon).

The 21st Annual Christmas Caravan, featuring Christmas songs by the Soul Stirrers, Marion Williams, the Sons of Christ, Rev. Cleophus Robinson, the Angelic Gospel Singers, Mavis Staples, Daniels Singers, and many others.

A one-hour survey of some of the music featured in "Peace Be Still: How James Cleveland and the Angelic Choir Created a Gospel Classic" by Robert M. Marovich (University of Illinois Press), released December 14.

This episode includes a set of Christmas songs from gospel artists, plus music from the Birmingham Community Choir, Claude Timmons (pictured), the Skylarks, Julius Brockington, Morning Echoes of Detroit, Goodwill Male Chorus, and others.

This episode includes a salute to the late Rev. James Cleveland on what would have been his 90th birthday, Christmas music, selections from recent reissue projects, a tribute to the late Pat Marovich, and more.

This episode includes selections from "Gospel Train," a Marie Knight reissue collection from Jasmine Records; a set of Christmas songs by gospel artists; Grammy nominees, and more.

This episode features a long set in memory of Detroit gospel choir vocalist Mother Lillie B. Lyles, pictured  (Harold Smith Majestics, New Bethel B.C. Radio Choir, Greater Burnette B.C. Choir), a tribute to the late JFK, a Thanksgiving song, and more.

Most of this episode is dedicated to the Charles Fold Singers of Cincinnati - celebrating 50 years today!

This episode features selections from two new reissue projects: "Alex Bradford: Feel Like Running for the Lord" (Gospel Friend) and "There Will Be Joy: With the 'Free Sound' of Michael, Righteous and Peace" (NarroWay); plus Jackson Gospel Singers, Golden Tone Singers of Detroit, Selah Singers, and others.

This episode features music from the Staple Singers (pictured), Oakland Silvertones, Revs. F.C. Barnes & Janice Brown, Apostolic Choraleers, Meditation Singers, Mars Hill B.C. Choir, and others - plus an inspirational message from the late Gen. Colin Powell.