The Motif with Petula Beckles

Women have made so many contributions to humanity that a month is certainly not enough time to celebrate their numerous achievements. We continue our salute to the women of gospel music.

Mattie Moss Clarke, Albertina Walker, Shirley Caesar, Dorothy Norwood the list can go on and on. Many endured in human conditions and cruelty and still they persevered. 

Listen as we share their stories with you.

Its Stellar Awards time and many in the gospel music industry are preparing to attend the 30th Stellar Awards and the Gospel Music Workshop Of America Board Meeting both being held concurently in Las Vegas, Nevada. During the Stellar Awards weekend there are many premiere events that take place and tonight we have the producer, organizer and visionary of  "The Finale".

Lady Annilia Mosley is a Powerful Motivational Speaker, Business Woman, Professor, Recording Artist and author. Her rich method of captivating her audience through speaking and singing has caused her to be greatly sought after over the past 15 years. She is the eldest of five children born to Pastor Douglas and Rosalind Wright.

Born with wonderful talent, Lady Annilia has been a prominent speaker, business woman and psalmist for over 15 years. She has toured within the 50 states, Canada and Paris, France. She is respected for her speaking abilities and have been invited to speak on panels in varies arena’s from churches, Universities, Business Workshops, and National Conventions. Annilia is a smooth, yet powerful vocalist. The clarity of her tone and powerful delivery has allowed her to be positioned to share the stage with many great national artist such as Mary Mary, Yalonda Adams, Tonex, Trin-i-tee 5:7, Dr. Bobby Jones, Deitrick Haddon, and Michelle Williams to name a few.

Annilia is founder of the Alfred Wright Education & Justice Foundation and also “The G.I.F.T. E.D. Project,” Which stands for Growing In Faith Today Equipped & Determined. These non-profit organization goals are to consistently give back to our youth by promoting higher education, motivation and success in business. Giving back to people is one of Annilia’s passions.

Duane Knight, or as he is affectionately known as, Dr. D., is a renowned DJ and isone of the pioneers of the Gospel DJ movement since the 70’s. As Chairman of the Higher Ground Record Pool, his entrepreneurial career spans over 34 years as a Mobile DJ with 17 years as a Radio DJ/host.  In addition, as a professional photographer, he has self-published the 1st coffee table photography book on famous gospel artists in that community.     ?

As the 2012 “Favor Ain’t Fair Award” for Outstanding Service and Inspiration to Others, Dr. D. was also the 1st Gospel DJ spotlighted in the DJ Times DJ Magazine in Nov 1999. As Chairman of the 1st International Christian D.J. Record Pool- Higher Ground, he is fully a skillful MC and DJ that can keep the saints dancing for hours.            

Dr. D.’s industry achievements as a pioneer include:? 2015 (March)- business launch of dkfuneral.photography ? 2015- (February) “The Alfred LaPorte Award” for Continued Dedication and Commitment to the WIBO (Workshops In Business Opportunities) Mission?

2014- “Liz Black Variety Show Award”- for the Unconditional Love for Gospel Music and the Community and sooo much more... and HE is our special gust tonight. Join Us!

Ever wonder where Gospel music, as we know it, started?  Was it Mississippi or Georgia, Texas or somewhere in Ohio? Could it have been Chicago, Illinois?  

Well, we did too and to answer that question you would need a historian. Someone who has studied long and hard with a passion for truth and is qualified to shed light on this topic by sharing their knowledge, research and experience. We found several individuals and tonight’s guest is one of them.

Bob Marovich is a gospel music historian, author, and radio host.  “Gospel Memories,” a radio program of classic gospel, spiritual, and jubilee music, airs on Chicago’s WLUW-FM.

Bob writes about classic and contemporary gospel music as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Gospel Music (www.journalofgospelmusic.com).  The website, formerly known as The Black Gospel Blog, was nominated for a Rhythm of Gospel Award in 2013. 

Bob’s work has been published widely in reference books and His first book, “A City Called Heaven: Chicago and the Birth of Gospel Music”, will be published in March 2015 by the University of Illinois Press - Music in American Life Series.

 Join Host Petula Beckles as Bob shares his wealth of Gospel Music knowledge with us tonight.

What is it about true love that touches every heart? Why does the simple phrase “I love you” evoke such universal joy?

Men give various reasons, but the real reason is that every person is born with the Spirit of God. Since all love emanates from God, we are born with the capacity and the desire to love and to be loved.

What do we value most in life? What makes us happy? Some will say "money and wealth." Others will respond without doubt: "Wisdom and knowledge." Some others may suggest: "Power, position and fame." Are money, wealth, knowledge, power and fame then the most important things in our lives? 

Trying to find lasting love without God is like trying to quench thirst by drinking from an empty cup—you can go through the motions, but the thirst still remains. 

Only God’s love can make us truly happy.

The Gospel Music experience cannot be told in a short story, or even in a melody of songs, for it is far too rich, far too harmonious and deliberately stimulating.  It is a living experience, always changing, always giving, and always becoming the foundation that gave moral, physical and spiritual support to a great and powerful people.

Gospel Music is a shining beacon of hope, a fantastic journey of joy divine, and a triumphant victory in God that comes from deep down in the souls of God’s Chosen People. The greatest melodies and the most stimulating songs have been given to this Nation and the World through the African American experience.

There has been no other event in history that has been more compelling, convincing, or persuasive than Gospel Music.   Some of the most beautiful music of all times was born out of intense grief and suffering, and Gospel Music is no exception.

After thousands of years, the sound of Gospel Music is still enthralling and captivating because it stands against the social background as a shadow of today’s community problems and dilemmas.  From the 1930’s to the 1960’s desperate circumstances controlled our lives; despair and hope, life and death; but Gospel Music mirrored our predicaments as a collective group of people, it reflected upon our social status, and eventually reverberated in our made up minds that God was indeed on our sides.

Join us as we take a closer look at the history of Gospel Music. Host, Petula Beckles will speak with Industry Professionals Zadella "Mama" Curtis, and Dr. D. Join US! (917)932-8802.

Have you ever heard a song that moved you to the point where you wanted to tell all of your friends about it? Well, that is the type of feeling you may experience when listening to gospel music. By its very definition, the term gospel means good news. Gospel music is one of the vehicles through which the ideals of Christianity have been spread to audiences all over the world.

Gospel Music is a shining beacon of hope, a fantastic journey of joy divine, and a triumphant victory in God that comes from deep down in the souls of God’s Chosen People. The greatest melodies and the most stimulating songs have been given to this Nation and the World through the African American experience.

Starting tonight and for the rest of this month we will explore the rich history of Gospel Music through the contributions of great pioneers like Andraé Edward Crouch, Mahalia Jackson, Thomas Dorsey, Albertina Walker, James Cleveland many others. 

Join your host, Petula Beckles and explore Gospel Music, Black History or American History? 

Call (917)932-8802 and tell her what you think.

 

 

Special Thanks to the following: 

LaSaundra BoothGospel Music Heritage Month FoundationZaDella "Mama" CurtisAlan White and EarlyGospel.com

Have you ever wondered what Heaven would be like?.. with its streets of gold, riches untold, and the perfect soul walking 'round just want to do right. Have you ever pictured what Heaven would smell like?.. Warm ambor woods, white Peony awakening my scence with that perfect blend of harmony.. Come taste and see that His kiss is sweeter than wine. The savor of His Name is poured out. Just taste and see...

Tune in and join host, Petula Beckles and experience Him today! (917)932-8802

Think of your most conscientious, hard-working friends. Most likely, they appear to you in a virtual blur: their lives are stuck on turbo speed, and it seems that they never have time to slow down, never mind take time for themselves. Don’t you miss them? Don’t they deserve a break?

In toda's society we often find ouselves trying to catch up with the next best thing amonst all the responsibilities that already consume us. But just when do we slow down and connect with our friends and loved ones? How do we find that balance?

Join us tonight as host Petula Beckles explores the options. (917)932-8802

Doroty Palmer, born in the beautiful country of Limon, Costa Rica, C. A. Migrated to the United States at the age of fifteen. Blessed with three beautiful daughters. "I am here to Share My Wisdom with you through God’s Holy Words". She says. "If you are looking for Guidance, Hope, Need Uplifting, Encouragement, Fulfillment, Enlightenment, Build Determination, Strength and Enthusiasm then, you are in the right place" are the words you'd find when you visit her website www.sharemywisdom.com.

Her Goal is to share her life Experience, Knowledge and Wisdom with the world, and demonstrate how God's Holy Words has helped her throughout her life, not only as a single mother of three, but as a person seeking direction for herself and daughters, as well.

Join host Petula Beckles as Dorothy Palmer "Shares her wisdom"! Tune in online, or call (917)932-8802.