My God this one took me somewhere.  The long awaited single from Season 3 Sunday’s Best Winner LeAndria Johnson is here!  The music is fitting to her style, and the way she sangs JESUS will forever be trademarked by her undeniable talent.  Listen to the single below!  

Check out his new single “In The Middle”

Inspiring others to continue to dream despite circumstances comes easy for Shirley Murdock because she has seen the hand of God deliver her through many tests and trials. One of Shirley’s passions is to reach people where they are in their journey through the resources which God has provided for her.

On July 6th, Murdock visited the Salvation Army Residential Home in Dayton, OH to lift the spirits of the residents. The timing was perfect as Murdock entered a very open and gracious chapel full of residents sharing triumphant testimonies of recovery from addictions. Murdock was the key speaker at the ceremony which commemorated those who graduated from a 9-month recovery program.

Shirley also celebrated her brother, Herman Erving and his 15 year deliverance from addiction. Erving has been helping others overcome this issue by serving as the Residential Counselor for the Dayton Salvation Army location.

During the ceremony, Shirley expressed the importance of knowing who you are and your worth and she transitioned with the song “The Winner”, from her upcoming project The Journey. She expounded on the importance of Dreams and how to deal with life while in the middle of it. Murdock also shared inspiring lyrics from her current radio single “Dream”, stating that with God their dreams will not die and to hold tight to them.

The day concluded with many smiles and hugs as Shirley distributed “Journey Bags” to residents for future walk towards destiny. This was one of many stops that Shirley has made while on her personal Journey.

Her Live CD and DVD, The Journey, will be released on Tyscot Music & Entertainment on October 18, 2011. For More Info on Shirley Murdock please visit: www.tyscot.com

Micah Stampley releases a new song from his forth-coming album.  The album is scheduled to be released on August 23, 2011. It is available for pre-order now on Amazon and iTunes.

One Voice features 12 songs, including two interludes. The CD was produced by Micah Stampley and co-produced by Cameron Sankey.

“We are very excited about Micah’s new CD project, ‘One Voice,’” said Mathew Knowles, founder, President and CEO of Music World Entertainment.  “This project demonstrates the depth and versatility of his extraordinary talent and will be another milestone in his career.”

Former gospel choir singer turned pop star, Monica married LA Laker Shannon Brown quietly back in November, but the couple hosted hundreds of family and friends Saturday, July 9 in downtown Los Angeles for a bigger celebration of the union.

Among the guests were fellow Lakers players Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher, as well as MTV host LaLa Vasquez and her husband, Carmelo Anthony, of the New York Knicks.

Monica started performing at an early age, and was a member of a traveling gospel choir by the age of 10. She is best known for her album The Boy Is Mine, which earned her international recognition.

Monica has previously experienced tragedy in life; her previous boyfriend suddenly committed suicide while visiting his brother’s grave. That incident left Monica in depression for months, and only after spiritual direction from her parents was she able to heal and make a comeback on the music scene.

After the unsuccessful release of her album Through the Storm in 2003, it wasn’t until 2011 when Monica returned to the top of the charts with her single “Everything To Me”.

In June 2010, Monica met LA Laker Shannon Brown on the set of her music video for single “Love All Over Me”.

Their engagement was announced by Monica on Twitter, along with a picture of the rose-cut diamond ring Brown gave her.

The couple wed quietly at a secret ceremony in their LA home the following month, and of her marriage, Monica released the statement “This is a very special time in my life. I am blessed to have married the man that God sent me; he’s loving, compassionate, strong and supportive of my children, family, and career. I look forward to our life together.”

The wedding celebration on Saturday included a three course meal with a blue and purple theme at Vibiana, LA’s downtown cathedral.

Article Courtesy ChristianPost.com 

On July 15th, Brian Reeves & Heart After God will perform at the 10th Annual Praise in the Park concert in Indianapolis, IN. The group is truly excited about sharing great musical times with their city and is now prepping for this anticipated event.

Praise in the Park will take place on the Canal at Buggs Temple and will also feature national artists Earnest Pugh, Martha Munizzi, Beverly Crawford and many more.

Be sure to check out Brian Reeves & Heart After God on stage at 9:30am to help jump start your day!

For more info on Praise in the Park visit: www.praiseindy.com

Brian Reeves’ new project Awakening has received great reviews check out the video below if you’re not aware of this budding stars work.

Awakening is available online at Itunes.com-Purchase Today!

www.brianreevesgospel.com

The Legendary Rance Allen Group will appear on Rejoice in the Word with Bishop George Bloomer on Friday, July 22nd. This is an exciting time for the group as they release their new radio single “Holy One” and celebrate 40 plus years in the music ministry.

The group’s appearance is just one of many National TV appearances they have made since the release of The Live Experience II.

Fans and viewers can look forward to hearing new music, including their new radio single “Holy One”. The group will also share heartfelt stories of how God has remained faithful and holy throughout their lives and career.

Be sure to check out The Rance Allen Group on Rejoice in the Word with Bishop George Bloomer on July 22nd at 8:30pm EST. www.thewordnetwork.com

The Live Experience II CD & DVD are available in stores and online-Purchase Today!

This is exciting!  According to Multi-Channel News Sunday’s Best Season 4 debut was watched by over 1.8 Million People.  A record for the network that nearly doubled last years 2010 premiere.  

The series, which searches for the best new gospel performer, generated a 1.8 million rating for both its 8 p.m. debut and a second episode at 9 p.m. show, according to Nielsen. That was up from the 1.1 million viewers that tuned into Sunday Best’s season three debut in April 2010, the network said.

The Sunday Best season four premiere telecasts posted double-digit time slot gains compared to a year ago, up 78% and 74% respectively, and is now the second most-watched non-scripted BET original series telecasts of 2011 among viewers, the network said.  

Below you can read the Top 20 Finalists who are moving on to the next rounds. 

Sunday Best 4 Top 20:

Timesha Sampson
Toneisha Harris
Sue Roseberry
Shandandolan Reynolds
Roosevelt Griffin
Rikki Valentino Lafontaine
Quentin Bethea
Monica Smith
Michael Washington
Michael Pugh
Latrice Smith
Isaiah Freeman IV
Felecia Russell
Eric Drew
Chase Stancle
Carlington Roberts
Brian Ezra Bates
Annalisha Robbins
Andrea Helms
Amber Bullock

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Media personality Jawn Murray and EMI Gospel join efforts to find the best unsigned artist in Gospel Music for “Jawn Murray Presents: UNTAPPED,” a music compilation set to hit stores on September 7, 2011. A music competition, “Jawn Murray Presents: UNTAPPED” features 10 new gospel artists that were judged based on criteria set by EMI Gospel based on feedback by Murray, EMI executives and celebrity judges Dr. Bobby Jones (‘Bobby Jones Gospel’), singer and TV talent Lexi, Grammy-nominee VaShawn Mitchell and radio host Gerard Bonner (‘Bonnerfide Radio’).

“The competition is finally over and I believe our top 10 represent a solid collective of potential superstars from varied backgrounds and different styles of music. I’m glad to be able to use my platform to help these artists gain greater visibility and exposure in gospel music,” said Murray.

After deliberating over more than 300 submissions, the “Jawn Murray Presents: UNTAPPED” finalists are (in alphabetical order): Brian Reeves, Charles Butler & Trinity, Derrick Bull & Remnant, FaLawna Barton, Joy Lewis, Lawrence Flowers & Intercession, Madelyn Berry, Tasha Page-Lockhart, Tobbi White-Darks and Tonia Hughes.

“We’re amazed at the talented, but unknown, gospel artists we often hear. Working with Jawn Murray on the UNTAPPED project has been a great way to introduce some of these gifted artists to the world.” Ken Pennell, President of EMI Gospel.

One finalist from “Jawn Murray Presents: UNTAPPED” will receive the grand prize of a recording contract with EMI Gospel. That artist will be announced later this fall.