Journalist Cheryl Wills' new book “Isn’t Her Grace Amazing!" details the untold stories of Black women gospel singers overlooked by the history books. When you think of rock ‘n’ roll, you might not ...
With the notable exception of Mahalia Jackson, most women in gospel music have been overshadowed by male singers and groups. Emmy Award-winning journalist Cheryl Wills joins Beyond The Hype to share ...
CECE WINANS: (Singing) I'm safe and sound, serene and calm. SUMMERS: That album, "Alone In His Presence," went platinum, and it won her a Grammy. (SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "ALONE IN HIS PRESENCE") WINANS: ...
Gospel music executive Tracey Farley-Artis seeks to amplify voices, build community, and create opportunity in her hometown ...
Walk into the First Baptist Church of Bridgehampton as service begins, and the very first sound you’ll hear is music. “We welcome you,” the five women of the Joyful Praise choir sang on a recent rainy ...
When you think of rock ‘n’ roll, you might not think of high heels and a long church coat. But it turns out one of the pioneers of the genre was a Black woman who survived Jim Crow and became one of ...