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Gospel Round Up: 5/31/23
Lawrence Hancock Stretches Gospel Again With His Much Anticipated 9th Album Waiting For You
May 19, 2023
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TV One’s New Original Dating Series “The One” w’ Kirk & Tammy Franklin Premieres tonight, May 18 at 9/8C
May 18, 2023
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Thursday, May 18, 2023 — TV ONE is back with “Date Night Thursdays”. Kirk and Tammy Franklin kick off the night with the premiere of “The One” at 9p ET/8C. “Asking for a Friend,” hosted by LisaRaye McCoy, will return at 10p ET/9C.
Atlanta bachelor and bachelorette Brent and Ashley have long struggled to find their soulmates. Now, with a little guidance from gospel legend Kirk Franklin and his wife Tammy, Brent and Ashley will embark on a journey filled with sexy suitors and outrageous activities as they seek to find love. Throughout the series, Ashley and Brent will meet two new potential matches each week. Sparks will fly as our daters get to know one another while partaking in some risqué game nights yet soulful sessions with Kirk and Tammy at the helm. At the end of each episode, Brent and Ashley will determine which dates possess the qualities that could make them their soulmate, ultimately leading that suitor to join them at The One Mansion.
THE ONE is produced by Critical Content. The executive producers are Jenny Daly, Ron Hill, Phil Thornton, Oji Singletary, Eric Timm, Matt Pickel, and Rob Lobl. Tarvenia Jones serves as Co-Executive Producer. Tony Yates is the Head of Production. Sammy Yamada is the Executive in Charge of Production for Critical Content. Austyn Biggers is the Senior Vice President of Programming and Production and Allison Simmons is the Executive Producer in Charge of Production for TV One.
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CeCe Winans Wraps SOLD OUT Generations Live! 2023 Women’s Conference
May 18, 2023
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The highly anticipated Generations Live! 2023 Women’s Conference hosted by multiple award-winning gospel singer CeCe Winans and sponsored by Compassion International and CVS Health was concluded with a resounding success; leaving attendees inspired and empowered to embrace their potential. Winans’ mother, Delores “Mom” Winans and daughter,
Ashley Phillips joined her as co-hosts and panelists for the event.
The sold out conference featured an exceptional lineup of speakers who captivated the audience with their powerful messages of strength, resilience, and spiritual growth. Winans kicked off the opening night with a message titled, “It’s Not That Complicated” which set the tone for: Dr. Anita Phillips, Jackie Hill-Perry, Nicole C. Mullen, and DawnChere’ Wilkerson to present their own words of wisdom. Each speaker delivered thought-provoking information that resonated deeply with the registrants and livestream viewers. Special music was provided by: Naomi Raine, Nashville Life Music and Charity Gayle who all brought everyone to their feet in praise and worship.
A true highlight of the event was the surprise virtual interview with the incomparable Oprah Winfrey, whose words of wisdom around generosity and legacy added an extra layer of inspiration to the already remarkable conference.
“I am incredibly humbled and grateful for the overwhelming success of the conference. My goal has been to create a space where generations of women can experience personal growth and connection,”
says Winans.
In effort to expand the reach and impact of the conference, Winans is thrilled to announce the launch of the Generations Ambassadors program. This initiative aims to encourage women to invite their family and friends to experience the transformative power of the gospel in spoken word and song. Each Generations Ambassador will be entrusted with the responsibility of registering 25 women for the 2024 event. Mark your calendars for Friday, May 10th and Saturday, May 11th when the conference will, once again, gather during Mother’s Day Weekend in Nashville, TN.
For more information about Generations Live! 2024 Women’s Conference and the Generations Ambassador Program continue to visit www.cecewinans.com for updates.
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Motown Gospel & Capitol CMG Celebrate 28 Stellar Award Nominations
May 12, 2023
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Motown Gospel and Capitol CMG celebrate a staggering 28 Stellar Award nominations across the company’s chart-topping artist roster. With 10 nods, hitmaker Pastor Mike, Jr. earns the most nominations of any artist this year, a testament to the impact of his innovative music and the strength of his recent partnership with Motown Gospel & Capitol CMG’s Re:Think, via Blacksmoke Worldwide.
Tye Tribbett also dominates this year’s list, with 9 nominations for the fan-favorite album, All Things New, Tribbett’s first new album since 2017. The project is fueled by hits like “Get Up,” and three #1 radio singles—“We Gon’ Be Alright,” “Anyhow,” and “New.”
Fifteen-time Stellar Award-winner and powerhouse vocalist Tasha Cobbs Leonard is slated to co-host the star-studded awards taping alongside popular singer/songwriter Jonathan McReynolds. For her acclaimed Hymns project, which features hit singles “The Moment” and “The Church I Grew Up In,” Cobbs Leonard earns another 5 nominations to her credit, including for Artist of the Year.
Rounding out the roster’s nominated artists are Brian Courtney Wilson, whose latest album, Transitions, features the anthemic “Always Peace,” and Gene Moore, nominated for his feature on PJ Morton’s buzzed-about “The Better Benediction.”
“This year’s nominations are a true reflection of the creativity, the reach, and the impact of our artists and their incredible music,” says EJ Gaines, Co-Executive Director of Motown Gospel and SVP of Marketing for Capitol CMG.
Adds Monica Coates, Co-Executive Director and VP of A&R/Creative for Motown Gospel: “The past year has been such an exciting time for gospel music. I am grateful for everyone who has supported our artists and their visionary projects. I am especially thankful for Mr. Jackson and the team at the Stellar Gospel Music Awards for continuing to invest in this beloved genre.”
The 38th Annual Stellar Awards will be taped live on July 15, 2023 at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV. For more information on broadcast dates and times, visit TheStellarAwards.com.
