Meet the Middling Musician Who Helped Launch the Gospel Music Industry
Homer Rodeheaver was an unexceptional trombonist. But he had an ear for great songs and a knack for promoting them.
Aretha Franklin’s One Faith
As her father once said, Aretha was still a gospel singer.
How ‘Oh Happy Day’ Gave Gospel a New Beat
A tribute to the legendary composer, singer, and pianist Edwin Hawkins.
Happy Anniversary, B-3
How the Hammond Organ transformed gospel music.
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Readers respond to the December issue via letters, tweets, and blogs.
Remembering Andraé Crouch, Dead at 72
The gospel music legend combined Saturday night with Sunday morning.
New Music: Two for the Soul
Gospel gems from Ashley Cleveland and Ginny Owens.
Christian music label founder dies
Jarrell McCracken created an industry.
Will Iraq Trump Abortion for Evangelical Voters?
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