African rhythms, ideas of sin and the Hammond organ: A brief history of gospel music’s evolution

For the enslaved Africans, music – rhythm in particular – became a tool of communication about their conditions. Later, it ...
The Nation Newspaper

Nigerian gospel band, Empraiz Gospel ranks Best African Gospel Group

Nigerian Afro-contemporary gospel band, Empraiz Gospel Group has been ranked one of the Top Best Gospel Group in Africa. The Gospel group was ranked by International gospel choir of New Foundland.
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Nontokozo Mkhize and Xolly Mncwango leading the way in South African gospel music

Gospel music continues to be a favourite among music lovers and South African artists are delivering music that is highly streamed by fans and gets radio airplay. Multi-award-winning gospel singer ...
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African Gospel music takes center stage

African gospel music has experienced a remarkable resurgence, captivating audiences both locally and globally. Spotify Wrapped 2024 revealed a surprising trend: gospel music has secured the ninth spot ...
WBUR

A Brief History Of Gospel Music, From African Rhythms To 'The Brooklyn Sound'

As Easter and Passover approach, University of Connecticut music professor Robert Stephens joins Here & Now's Robin Young to discuss the evolution of gospel music, from African rhythms to the Hammond ...
PBS

The history, influence of African American religious music

The “Black Church in Detroit” explores the history and influence of Black religious music. For Black Music Month, host Stephen Henderson talks with Rev. Larry Simmons of Baber Memorial AME Church and ...
The Conversation

African rhythms, ideas of sin and the Hammond organ: A brief history of gospel music’s evolution

I have received five grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities in the following years 2012 - $200,749.00; 2014 - 179,985.00; 2015 - 177,917; 2016 - 179,800. The enslaved Africans who first ...