Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was an influential advocate for getting Congress and the Senate to pass a law recognizing September as Gospel Music Heritage Month.  Listen to various Gospel artists express what this month means for the legacy of Gospel music.  Also enjoy a tribute to legends now passed on to glory.

RESOLUTION

“Designating September 2010 as ‘‘Gospel Music Heritage Month’’ and honoring gospel music for its valuable contributions to the culture of the United States.

“Whereas gospel music is a beloved art form of the United States;

“Whereas gospel music is a cornerstone of the musical traditions of the United States and has spread beyond origins in African-American spirituals to achieve popular cultural and historical relevance;

“Whereas gospel music has spread beyond geographic origins in the United States to touch audiences around the world; and

“Whereas gospel music is a testament to the universal appeal of a historical art form of the United States that both inspires and entertains across racial, ethnic, religious, and geographical boundaries:

“Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Senate—

“(1) designates September 2010 as ‘‘Gospel Music Heritage Month’’; and

“(2) recognizes the valuable contributions to the culture of the United States derived from the rich heritage of gospel music and gospel music artists.”

The legislation was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas).

Congress Woman Sheila Jackson Lee

Path MEGAzine interviews ‘How Sweet the Sounds’ regional winner the Royalwood Sanctuary Choir from the Houston Texas leg of the competition.  The choir made a big impression on the judges with their rendition of ‘God Blocked it.’

The choir based out of the East side of Houston, TX is a strong candidate to take the whole competition.  Listen to footage from the big night, and our interview of the choir and lead singer Brittany Macey who tore up the song.

Click Here to find out more about the Pentecostals at Royalwood Church in Houston, Texas.

Path sits down with the General Manager and Vice President of Verity Records Mr. Jazzy Jordan.  Jazzy leads the most accomplished Gospel music label in the business. 

Jazzy takes us back to the days when he first started in the record business.  We talk about the days spent in the secular side of music, and he tells us why listening to God saved his life and kept him on the right Path. 

Jazzy spends years holding various positions in Gospel.  Find out what’s new with Jazzy and listen to his words of wisdom whether you’re an aspiring artist or just trying to find God’s intended Path for your life.   Interviewed by the Path’s Christin Gordon you do not want to miss this candid interview with an inspiring man of God.
 

Path MEGAzine catches up with Gospel artist James Hall at the Gospel Music Heritage Celebration in Houston, Texas.

James Hall is riding high after his 4 Stellar nominations and is gearing up for his new CD release with his choir the Voices of Citadel.  Hall is always fun to interview, watch now as Path MEGAzine’s Christin Gordon speaks with the Gospel great.  Visit www.pathmegazine.com for more great interviews.

A look Back at James Hall…

The leader of the gospel choir Worship and Praise, James Hall debuted in 1995 with God Is in Control; King of Glory appeared that same year, and in 1997 he returned with According to James Hall, Chapter 3. On March 24, 1998, Worship & Praise made history as the first gospel choir ever to record live at New York’s renowned Lincoln Center; the resulting performance was issued on CD that summer, followed later that same year by Messiah. We Celebrate Christmas with James Hall appeared in 1999. We Are At War followed in spring 2001.  One of my favorite albums came in 2007 and 2009 with Live at Foxwoods and “Won’t it be Wonderful.”