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This episode includes a long set in memory of the Reverend James Cleveland on what would have been his 93rd birthday, plus music from the Fairfield Four, Swanee Quintet, Mahalia Jackson, Robert Gazaway & Gospel Larks, and others.

Mark D Conklin has done it all - a music executive, artist manager, producer and roots music artist, he's even interviewed the likes of Ellie Goulding and DJ Khaled. So what's next? He's venturing into Gospel music, with the cinematic album The Gospel According to Mark featuring narration by Gloria Gaynor.  Which is …you guessed it, a creative retelling of the Biblical book of Mark. He chats to Jess about the incredible artists who partnered with him on this project, his journey back to faith as an adult, and why he believes Christian music needs to reflect the harder parts of the human experience. Buy/stream “The Gospel According to Mark” here: https://tr.ee/D3JFha2UHr Connect with @Mark_D_Conklin and https://markgospel.com MUSIC Devil In The Temple ft. Mike Farris by Mark D Conklin Make Way ft. Ernie Haase and Signature Sound by Mark D Conklin Take This Cup ft. The Fairfield Four by Mark D Conklin Unbelief got. T Graham Brown by Mark D Conklin Through The Storm ft. Rita Wilson by Mark D Conklin Good News ft. Lenesha Randolph, Joseph Rice and the Fisk Jubilee Singers by Mark D Conklin Always Only Jesus by Mercy Me ADVERTISEMENTS ‘Always Only Jesus' by Mercy Me is available here: https://tr.ee/T7rZiOAHdl Connect with the 'Songs That Changed You' podcast here: https://apple.co/48pWMMA SUBSCRIBE/CONNECT/LET'S BE FRIENDS: https://linktr.ee/betweenyoumepod Music published with permission of artist and fair use permissions. Produced by Josh Dunn Media.

Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 545: Mark D. Conklin THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MARK BRINGS SCRIPTURE TO LIFE WITH MUSIC'S TOP NAMES Gloria Gaynor, Rita Wilson, The Fisk Jubilee Singers, Rhonda Vincent and Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Among Star-Studded Guests   Uniting a veritable who's who of Gospel, soul and country music luminaries for a uniquely inspired collection of song and spoken word, The Gospel According to Mark is set for release May 17 from StowTown Records. Created by and featuring acclaimed singer/songwriter Mark D. Conklin, the project's 12 standout musical collaborations are interwoven with 12 Scripture vignettes voiced by iconic songstress Gloria Gaynor.    Produced by Conklin who also wrote or co-penned each musical selection and GRAMMY winner Mark Prentice, the project offers fresh perspective on the New Testament book of Mark, chronologically conveying the account of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. With Gaynor's narrations anchoring every song, The Gospel According to Mark showcases musical contributions from renowned actress and singer Rita Wilson; internationally revered collegiate ensemble The Fisk Jubilee Singers; Gospel trailblazers The Fairfield Four; the “Queen of Bluegrass” Rhonda Vincent; Southern Gospel leaders Ernie Haase & Signature Sound; GRAMMY-winning recording artist John Berry; and ‘80s country hitmaker T. Graham Brown, among many others.    “While serving as the director of the GRAMMY Museum Experience at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, I had the privilege of sitting down with the legendary recording artist Gloria Gaynor in 2020,” Conklin recalls. “After spending time with her album and speaking with her about her unwavering dedication to the Lord, an awakening occurred within me. It ignited a long-dormant desire to embark on my own worship project dream I had put off for years.”   “Later, as I edited the audio of my interview with Gloria for a podcast, it hit me like a bolt of lightning,” he adds. “I knew THAT voice, HER voice, was the one! To my great delight and surprise, she graciously agreed to join me on my musical journey, and I will be forever grateful.”   “I'm so honored to have been asked to narrate The Gospel According to Mark and lend my voice to such an uplifting project that Mark D. Conklin has brought to life,” Gaynor shares. “To be part of such an amazing gathering of talent to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is truly a blessing for me.”   The Gospel According to Mark is highlighted by lead single “The Greatest is Love,” which is now available on digital platforms. Featuring acclaimed recording artist Wendy Moten, a runner-up on NBC's “The Voice," the retro rock 'n soul track embodies the nostalgic sounds of Memphis and Muscle Shoals.   Additional album standouts include the Rita Wilson spotlight “Through the Storm”; “Oh, Lonely Day,” a stirring Good Friday anthem with vocal contributions from John Berry and Rhonda Vincent; and the soulful “Take This Cup” with The Fairfield Four, an emotive musical rendering of Jesus' struggle in the Garden of Gethsemane. Conklin has also authored an exclusive devotional companion for The Gospel According to Mark. Unpacking scripturally-rooted insight behind each of the album's 12 songs, the devotions present encouragement for daily living, reflective questions and directed prayers.   ABOUT MARK D. CONKLIN A genre-spanning music executive, recording artist, songwriter and producer, Mark D. Conklin's music has appeared on Billboard's country, blues and bluegrass charts, as well as on such hit TV shows as “Grey's Anatomy” and in various national advertising campaigns. He served as host of the GRAMMY Museum Experience Prudential Center's three online conversation series: "Off the Record,” “Behind the Songs” and “Mini Masterclass." In this role, Conklin interviewed more than 200 artists, including Mary Wilson of the Supremes; Earth, Wind & Fire's Philip Bailey; DJ Khaled; BTS; Ellie Goulding; Luke Combs; and Kane Brown. Returning to his first love as a singer/songwriter, the New Jersey native released his roots-country EP, Starting Over, in 2020.   ABOUT STOWTOWN RECORDS StowTown Records was founded in 2011 by Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun and welcomed partners Landon Beene and Nate Goble in 2014. A powerhouse independent Gospel music label, StowTown is home to renowned pop/Inspirational artists David Phelps, Charles Billingsley, Cana's Voice, TaRanda Greene, Jody McBrayer and Tiffany Coburn, as well as acclaimed comedian Tim Lovelace, and some of Southern Gospel's biggest names, including Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Booth Brothers, Triumphant Quartet, Doug Anderson, The Browns, The Erwins, Legacy Five, The Kramers, Sunday Drive, The Perrys, The Steeles, The Taylors, and Zane & Donna King. Distributed worldwide via Provident/Sony Distribution, StowTown Records artists have garnered GRAMMY® nominations, multiple GMA Dove Awards and chart-topping releases. A burgeoning leader in multi-genre entertainment, the company's StowTown Worship imprint serves the Church with a diverse range of music and resources and features renowned genre pioneer The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir as its flagship artist.   For further information visit: markdconklin.com, stowtownrecords.com, turningpointpr.com. Follow Conklin on Instagram and Facebook.     ----more----   10% Off Everything Rick Lee James on Band camp Instructions Visit https://rickleejames.bandcamp.com At checkout use code: 10off Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing) This song appeared on over 80 Spotify playlists this Advent Season. 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Voices In My Head (the Rick Lee James Podcast)Episode 545: Mark D. ConklinTHE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MARK BRINGSSCRIPTURE TO LIFE WITH MUSIC'S TOP NAMESGloria Gaynor, Rita Wilson, The Fisk Jubilee Singers, Rhonda Vincent and Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Among Star-Studded Guests Uniting a veritable who's who of Gospel, soul and country music luminaries for a uniquely inspired collection of song and spoken word, The Gospel According to Mark is set for release May 17 from StowTown Records. Created by and featuring acclaimed singer/songwriter Mark D. Conklin, the project's 12 standout musical collaborations are interwoven with 12 Scripture vignettes voiced by iconic songstress Gloria Gaynor.  Produced by Conklin who also wrote or co-penned each musical selection and GRAMMY winner Mark Prentice, the project offers fresh perspective on the New Testament book of Mark, chronologically conveying the account of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. With Gaynor's narrations anchoring every song, The Gospel According to Mark showcases musical contributions from renowned actress and singer Rita Wilson; internationally revered collegiate ensemble The Fisk Jubilee Singers; Gospel trailblazers The Fairfield Four; the “Queen of Bluegrass” Rhonda Vincent; Southern Gospel leaders Ernie Haase & Signature Sound; GRAMMY-winning recording artist John Berry; and ‘80s country hitmaker T. Graham Brown, among many others.  “While serving as the director of the GRAMMY Museum Experience at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, I had the privilege of sitting down with the legendary recording artist Gloria Gaynor in 2020,” Conklin recalls. “After spending time with her album and speaking with her about her unwavering dedication to the Lord, an awakening occurred within me. It ignited a long-dormant desire to embark on my own worship project dream I had put off for years.” “Later, as I edited the audio of my interview with Gloria for a podcast, it hit me like a bolt of lightning,” he adds. “I knew THAT voice, HER voice, was the one! To my great delight and surprise, she graciously agreed to join me on my musical journey, and I will be forever grateful.” “I'm so honored to have been asked to narrate The Gospel According to Mark and lend my voice to such an uplifting project that Mark D. Conklin has brought to life,” Gaynor shares. “To be part of such an amazing gathering of talent to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is truly a blessing for me.” The Gospel According to Mark is highlighted by lead single “The Greatest is Love,” which is now available on digital platforms. Featuring acclaimed recording artist Wendy Moten, a runner-up on NBC's “The Voice," the retro rock 'n soul track embodies the nostalgic sounds of Memphis and Muscle Shoals. Additional album standouts include the Rita Wilson spotlight “Through the Storm”; “Oh, Lonely Day,” a stirring Good Friday anthem with vocal contributions from John Berry and Rhonda Vincent; and the soulful “Take This Cup” with The Fairfield Four, an emotive musical rendering of Jesus' struggle in the Garden of Gethsemane. Conklin has also authored an exclusive devotional companion for The Gospel According to Mark. Unpacking scripturally-rooted insight behind each of the album's 12 songs, the devotions present encouragement for daily living, reflective questions and directed prayers. ABOUT MARK D. CONKLINA genre-spanning music executive, recording artist, songwriter and producer, Mark D. Conklin's music has appeared on Billboard's country, blues and bluegrass charts, as well as on such hit TV shows as “Grey's Anatomy” and in various national advertising campaigns. He served as host of the GRAMMY Museum Experience Prudential Center's three online conversation series: "Off the Record,” “Behind the Songs” and “Mini Masterclass." In this role, Conklin interviewed more than 200 artists, including Mary Wilson of the Supremes; Earth, Wind & Fire's Philip Bailey; DJ Khaled; BTS; Ellie Goulding; Luke Combs; and Kane Brown. Returning to his first love as a singer/songwriter, the New Jersey native released his roots-country EP, Starting Over, in 2020. ABOUT STOWTOWN RECORDSStowTown Records was founded in 2011 by Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun and welcomed partners Landon Beene and Nate Goble in 2014. A powerhouse independent Gospel music label, StowTown is home to renowned pop/Inspirational artists David Phelps, Charles Billingsley, Cana's Voice, TaRanda Greene, Jody McBrayer and Tiffany Coburn, as well as acclaimed comedian Tim Lovelace, and some of Southern Gospel's biggest names, including Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Booth Brothers, Triumphant Quartet, Doug Anderson, The Browns, The Erwins, Legacy Five, The Kramers, Sunday Drive, The Perrys, The Steeles, The Taylors, and Zane & Donna King. Distributed worldwide via Provident/Sony Distribution, StowTown Records artists have garnered GRAMMY® nominations, multiple GMA Dove Awards and chart-topping releases. A burgeoning leader in multi-genre entertainment, the company's StowTown Worship imprint serves the Church with a diverse range of music and resources and features renowned genre pioneer The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir as its flagship artist. For further information visit: markdconklin.com, stowtownrecords.com, turningpointpr.com.Follow Conklin on Instagram and Facebook.  VINYL SALETHUNDER by Rick Lee JamesONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album)VINYL SALE -“KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

It's 1950 at Gospel Memories! The entire hour features gospel music recorded in 1950. Artists include Mahalia Jackson, Spirit of Memphis, Swan Silvertones, Pilgrim Travelers, Bro. Joe May and Sis. Wynona Carr, Mary Johnson Davis Singers, Holy Wonders, Fairfield Four (pictured), and others.

Music from the Fairfield Four, Singing Sammy Lewis, Southern Faith, Dorothy Norwood, a long set on the Selah Jubilee Singers (pictured), Jessy Dixon, Walter Hawkins feat. Tramaine Hawkins, and others.

"You're the cat on the date!" Mark talked about session mindset with Hall Blaine, vocal arranging for the Fairfield Four, a Meat Puppets session in Pheonix, how to play the right bass note, why your headphones matter, and how to rock online sessions. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Mark Prentice, a Grammy-winning Record Producer, studio musician, music director, and hit songwriter. His versatile and exhaustive music industry resume includes recording and performance credits with renowned County Artists as well as various Internationally known Pop, R&B, and Rock-n-Roll Artists, including: Elvis Costello, John Fogarty, Jonathan Cain, Desmond Child, The Fairfield Four, Steve Earle, Lyle Lovett, BJ Thomas, Frankie Miller, Delbert McClinton, Ricky Skaggs, Olivia Newton-John, Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Johnny Cash, Don McLean, Crystal Gayle, Kevin Griffin (Better Than Ezra), Jennifer Nettles, Michael McDonald, Bruce Springsteen, Steven Van Zandt, Bruce Hornsby, Felix Cavaliere, The Young Rascals, Charley Pride, Allison Morer, Sam Moore, Billy Preston, Ben E. King, Michelle Wright, Jennifer Hanson, John Oates, Pat Boone, Patti Page, Lady Antebellum, Rodney Atkins, Chuck Wicks, Paulette Carlson, Bruce Cockburn, Holly Williams, Bo Diddley, Mitch Ryder, others. I met Mark in the past couple years through mutual friends who gather to talk about music, life, and what the hell just happened to music and the world recently, and when I was invited to the annual Christmas party and saw how Mark could sit at the piano and play any song just by thinking about how should probably go I knew I was in the company of some serious musical talent. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! https://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://lewitt.link/rockstars https://www.Spectra1964.com https://MacSales.com/rockstars https://iZotope.com use code ROCK10 to get 10% off any individual plugin https://www.adam-audio.com https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy  https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Bdoweo1QEdVyVgujuNUEJ?si=918f4c2d24e54c8d If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/421

Selections from the new four-CD collection of Bro. Joe May recordings (Acrobat), plus music from the Fairfield Four, Jordan Spiritual Singers, Sis. Georgia Willett, Florida Robins, Denise Garrett, Five Blind Boys of Alabama, and others.

Vocals by: Gail NoblesSong: Hold OnSong by: The McCrary SistersToday's topic: The McCrary Sisters. Ann, Regina, Deborah, and Alfreda. Deborah was known as the low, deep voiced member of the sisters. She left us at the age of 67. The McCrary Sisters are a gospel quartet from Nashville, Tennessee, formed in 2010 by sisters Ann McCrary, Deborah McCrary, Regina McCrary, and Alfreda McCrary. They have released four studio albums and one live album: Our Journey (2010), All the Way (2013), Let's Go (2015), Live (2017) and A Very McCrary Christmas (2019).The McCrary Sisters are the daughters of a former Baptist preacher, Reverend Samuel H. "Sam" McCrary (1913-1991), who was a founding member of The Fairfield Four.The four sisters (now 3 sister) are great in harmonizing. I love the kind of gospel songs that they sing. They are old school but can be new school too. They can sing with and without music. One of the songs that I love to hear the McCrary Sisters sing is “Hold On” from their 2015 album “Let's Go”. There are a lot of other great songs on that album too. What do they have for 2022? They have a new single titled “Run On” and another single titled “Shake It Off”. To find out more about the McCrary Sisters go to McCrarysisters.com. I'm Gail Nobles, and you're listening to a show about the Gospel Greats. Music News Commentary. …

Take 6, The A Cappellian, Committed, L Young, A Cappella Vocal Band, Shiloh Quartet, Dixie Hummingbirds, Lookin Up Jubilee Four, Breath of Life Quartet, Golden Gate Quartet, Fairfield Four, Soundstage, Gather Vocal Band, The A Cappellian, and Naturally 7. ENJOY!!!

This week, we share a potpourri of favorite moments from 2002 with musical guests Los Lobos, Old and In The Gray, Jack Johnson, Lucy Kaplansky, John Gorka, Fairfield Four, Susana Baca, Guy Clark, and Bela Fleck with Edgar Meyer. Plus, Nick's conversation with members of the International Space Station is one you'll definitely want to hear.

John Fogerty, The Fairfield Four, ageism, and heat.

Glad, In Rare Form Vocal Blend, SHiloh Quartet, Unity, Paul Langford, The Dent Family Trio, Singing Men of Oakwood College, Women of the World, Afro Blue, A Different Effect, In Rare Form Vocal Blend, The Fellas, Rhapsody, The Fairfield Four, The A Cappellian, and the King's Harold's. 

Esta semana celebramos a lo grande el 80º cumpleaños de Bob Dylan, las canciones del premio Nobel de Literatura con algunas figuras más que célebres y representativas de la música negra. Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, Mavis Staples, Solomon Burke, Randy Crawford, Esther Phillips, Patti LaBelle o Jimi Hendrix interpretan a su manera al genio de Minnesota. Canciones para la Historia de la Humanidad como “Blowin’ In the Wind”, “Like A Rolling Stone”, “Maggie’s Farm” o “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door” que describen notablemente la influencia del blues y el gospel en la composición dylaniana. Black is Dylan. DISCO 1 The Fairfield Four Are You Ready (GOTTA SERVE SOMEBODY - 5) DISCO 2 BEN SIDRAN Subterranean Homesick Blues (9) DISCO 3 NINA SIMONE Just Like A Woman (HOW MANY ROADS - 16) DISCO 4 PATTI AUSTIN Gotta Serve Somebody (6) DISCO 5 JOHNNY JOHNSON & His Bandwagon Mr Tambourine Man (Cara A) DISCO 6 MAJOR HARRIS Like A Rolling Stone (HOW MANY ROADS - 8) DISCO 7 The Sounds Of Blackness Solid Rock (GOTTA SERVE SOMEBODY - 5) DISCO 8 STEVIE WONDER Blowin’ In The Wind (THE 30Th Anniversary Concert CD 1 - 3) DISCO 9 SOLOMON BURKE Maggie’s Farm (HOW MANY ROADS - 4) DISCO 10 RANDY CRAWFORD Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door (10) DISCO 11 ESTHER PHILLIPS Tonight I’ll Be Stayin’ Here With You (HOW MANY ROADS - 19) DISCO 12 PATTI LABELLE Most Likely (HOW MANY ROADS - 13) DISCO 13 JIMI HENDRIX All Along The Watchtower (15) DISCO 14 BOB DYLAN & MAVIS STAPLES Gonna Change My Way Of Thinking (GOTTA SERVE SOMEBODY - 11) 5’17 Escuchar audio

  We continue with eTown's special “30 Years in 30 Shows,” a ‘look back' series, where we'll be sharing highlights from each of eTown's 30 seasons of programs. This week, we take a look at 1992 featuring: Emmylou Harris, Fairfield Four, Willis Alan Ramsey, Iris Dement, Townes Van Zandt, Randy Newman, Los Lobos, Julian Lennon, Pops Staples, and an interview with Helena Norbert Hodge.

Episode 41 in which Patrick and Philip breakdown the Cohen Bros. 2000 film O, Brother Where Art Thou? with special guests Dan, George, Jake, and Rick of Queer Magnolias Podcast! Listen to Queer Magnolias Podcast! Twitter: @QueerMagnolias Instagram: @queermagnoliaspodcast Facebook SCB SPONSOR! Bull City Bows and Ties https://www.etsy.com/shop/BullCityBowsAndTies Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod Instagram: @stokescountyboys Email: stokescountyboys@gmail.com Spotify Playlist Support the show! Help us keep the pod going and you can choose the theme of a future episode!: https://anchor.fm/scboys/support Cover Art: Gorgeous George Music Credits: "Big Rock Candy Mountain" by Harry McClintock, "In the Jailhouse Now" by The Soggy Bottom Boys (feat. Tim Blake Nelson), "Down to the River to Pray" by Alison Krauss, "Didn't Leave Nobody But the Baby" by Emmylou Harris, Alison Krauss, &Gillian Welch, "I'll Fly Away" by Gillian Welch & Alison Krauss, "You Are My Sunshine" by Norman Blake, "Lonesome Valley" by Fairfield Four, "I Am Weary (Let Me Rest)" by The Cox Family, and "Angel Band" by The Stanley Brothers and The Clinch Mountain Boys --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scboys/support

Committed, Sam Robson, The Fairfield Four, Voctave, Gaither Vocal Band, Breath of Life Quartet, Singers Unlimited, 7th Element, Voctave, Soundstage, The A Cappellian, and Noteworthy.

This episode includes a long set in memory of the late Duranice Pace of the Anointed Pace Sisters, as well as music from the Fairfield Four, Caravans, Detroiters, James Cleveland, and others.

I decided to highlight a few Bible stories through my favorite genre of music. You'll hear Take 6, Fairfield Four, Golden Gate Quartet, Swan Silvertones, Ex and Bullz, Cadence Unplugged, Swingle Singers, Naturally 7, Take 6, Afro Blue, Breath of Life Quartet, Soundstage, and The A Cappellian. ENJOY!!!

Standing is indeed a difficult at times however, standing up for what is right is our God given duty! TAKE 6, NATURALLY 7, 7TH ELEMENT, SOUNDSTAGE, COMMITTED, FAIRFIELD FOUR, MATTHEW KASSILA & NOAH KASUBA, JOVAUN & JERRARD, LEROY SMITH & DIANA FERIA, PJ MORTON JR, ERICA CAMPBELL (OF MARY MARY), SAM COOKE & THE SOUL STIRRERS, L YOUNG, AND SAM ROBSON

On Pointe, Sam Robson, Singing Men of Oakwood College, Breath of Life Quartet, Fairfield Four, Sam Cook and the Soul Stirrers, Rudo, Sounds of Blackness, Aeolians, Aeolians, Anthony Brown and Group Therapy, Jarrard and Javaun, The A Cappellian, 7th Element, Erica Campbell, PJ Morton, and Asante

Episode 114: They grew up in Nashville in the home of the legendary preacher and singer Rev. Sam McCrary, a key member of the Fairfield Four and a major figure in gospel music. They've sung, together and apart, on stages and in studios around the world. And they've become beloved anchors in Music City. After some work with producer/artist Buddy Miller, they answered popular demand to form their own quartet, and after several albums through the 2010s, the McCrarys have delivered their first Christmas album. It became a leaping off point for a joyful conversation about four remarkable lives in music. 

The lineage of Nashville's Fairfield Four thrives and resonates in Odessa Settles, this week's guest on The String. The daughter of singer Walter J. Settles (1928-1999), Odessa is an in-demand singer who values the full spectrum of sacred to secular music, especially the roots/Americana world where she's amassed a long resume. She's been a guest vocalist on projects by Darrell Scott, Kathy Mattea, Tim O'Brien and last year's Rifles & Rosary Beads by Mary Gauthier. She works solo and in combination with her surviving brothers (she was the only girl of eight kids growing up) in the vocal group The Settles Connection. And she's pulled all this off while maintaining an intense career as a nurse for premature babies at Vanderbilt Medical Center. Also in the hour, a visit with Trent Wagler and Jay Lapp, veterans of VA band The Steel Wheels, who've just released their seventh LP album. 

Reflexions, David Musonda, Just 6, Glad, In Rare Form Vocal Blend, rescue, Bobby McFerrin, Golden Gate Quartet, Swan Silvertones, Fairfield Four, Naturally 7, Postyr,

On Pointe, Take 6, The A Cappellian, Jarrard and Javaun, In Rare Form Vocal Blend, Gaither Vocal Blend, The Swan Silvertones, The Fairfield Four, Dennis Ross, Take 6 feat Kim Burrell, 7th Element, and Naturally 7

Maccabeats, Accent, Naturally 7, The Martins, The Isaacs, The Nelons, Glad, Afro Blue, Committed, David Wesley, The Fellas, Take 6, Dedication, and the Fairfield Four

Naturally 7, Swingle Singers, Cadence, Accent, David Musonda, Terrell Hunt feat Armond Hutton, Le Royal Feat Diana Feria, Golden Gate Quartet, Swan Silvertones, Fairfield Four, Golden Gate Quartet, Shiloh Quartet, Breath of Life Quartet, 7th Element, Proverb feat The A Cappellian.

This week on Beale Street Caravan we feature Gospel stars, The McCrary Sisters. Their father, Sam McCrary, was a minister and founder of Gospel legends, The Fairfield Four. We’ll hear them in a performance captured at the Levitt Shell in Midtown Memphis and, later in the program, we sit down and catch up with The Sisters. Grammy nominated blues man, Guy Davis, will be with us to deliver an installment of the Blues Hall of Fame, an exploration of the lives of the pioneers and innovators enshrined in the Blues Hall of Fame, here in Memphis, TN, brought to you by the Blues Foundation.

This episode dives deep into the Golden Age of gospel quartets in the mid-20th century. These groups toured across the United States on what's called the gospel highway and charted a course for the rock and soul musicians who would follow them. These groups included The Dixie Hummingbirds, The Pilgrim Travelers, The Golden Gates, The Caravans, and The Soul Stirrers featuring Sam Cooke.

Sam Robson, Accent, Afro Blue, Committed, In One Accord Singers, In Rare Form Vocal Blend, The Fairfield Four, Naturally 7, Aeolians, The A Cappellian, and Take 6,

7th Element, The A Cappellian, Accent, Traces of Blue, The A Cappellian, Take 6, The Fairfield Four, The Golden Gate Quartet, Russell Hospedales (Happy Birthday Greeting), Unknown, SoundStage, 7th Element, Justin Wilson & Company, Take 6 Feat: My Big Phat Band, and The A Cappellian

Dedicated to my A Cappellian sister Mrs. Heather Willis-Dixon. My God grant you peace! I pray that these artists will bring comfort to you and your family! Enjoy: Sisters, In Rare Form, Voctave, Soundstage, 7th Element, Fairfield Four, Russell Hospedales (Happy Birthday greeting), Natalie Cadet, Sam Robson, L Young, Take 6, The A Cappellian.

Truly what the world needs more of today is love! Here to back this obvious fact is: Swingle Singers, Cadence Unplugged, Fairfield Four, The A Cappellian, SoundStage, Glad, Aeolian's, the Martins, Nelons, Lording, Try-Tone, Take 6, Accent, Naturally 7

Celebrating and honoring the man who raised me, that would be none other than my father Charles Wayde Bryant III. Enjoy the sounds of: Boyz II Men, Committed, Soundstage, The Real Group, Take 6, Take 6, A Different Effect, Aeolian's, The Fairfield Four, and Naturally 7

David Maddox, Russell Hospedales (of The King's Heralds) , Sam Robson, David Wesley, Kelz (of Naturally 7), The Fairfield Four, The Gaither Vocal Band, Sam Cooke and the Soul Stirrers, Anthony Brown and Group Therapy, Accent, Maccabeats, Take 6, Sound Stage, Ecks and Bullz Feat: Tommy Gervais and Elliott Robinson, The Discovery Singers, and The Ralph Carmichael Singers

Ann, Deborah, Regina and Alfreda McCrary have backed up some of the greatest singers of all time including Elvis, Bob Dylan, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and many more. In this episode, the sisters talk about growing up in a house surrounded by music and famous gospel artists; their father was the legendary Sam McCrary, a founding member of The Fairfield Four. The four share wonderful insight about their musical journey, one that includes bringing Bob Dylan home to their parents, surviving various personal challenges and tragedies and using music as a healing voice, one that keeps this family together. Subscribe and download on your favorite podcast platform: Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Tune In, Stitcher. Great stories throughout with the beautiful harmonies of this gospel quartet woven in between. Robert K. Oermann hosts this music-filled episode as part of our Nashville Sessions with the series producer, Brad Newman along for the ride. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We want to know what you think. Pitch us an artist, or simply spread the word and find out more about the series. #childrenofsong

Steve Murphy, The Golden Gate Quartet, The Gaither Vocal Band, Home Free, The King's Heralds, Accent, Take 6, The Fairfield Four, Sam Robson, 3B4 Joy, Rescue, 7th Element, Aeolians, and 7th Element

Committed, Sounds of Blackness, Straight Company, Naturally 7, Take6, The Fairfield Four, Sam Robson, Le Royal, 7th Element, The Fairfield Four, Aeolians, The Breath of Life Quartet, and Black Smith Mambazo

Walking by faith is never easy, but certainly worth it! Listen to what these artists have to say: The Fairfield Four, Golden Gate Quartet, Shiloh Quartet, Breath of Life Quartet, Take 6 and Kim Burrell (snippet), Jesse Campbell, AnthonBrown and Group Therapy, Take 6, Sound Stage, Gaither Vocal Band, Ecks and Bullz feat: Sam Robson, The Real Group, Discovery Singers, and Rescue

Committed, Ricky Cort (of Naturally 7), Maccabeats and Naturally 7, Carol Mallard (of Sweet Honey and the Rock), Sweet Honey and the Rock, Afro Blue, David Thomas (of Take 6) Take 6, Dr. Mervyn A. Warren, Women of the World, Alvin Chea (of Take 6) Take 6 and Brian McKnight, Sound Stage, Wayde Bryant (of Reflexions), Reflexions, Dr. Mervyn A Warren, the Fairfield Four, Dr. Mervyn A. Warren, Take 6, Vade,and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Sam Cooke and the Soul Stirrers

Super excited about starting the New Year out with more of your favorite A Cappella acts. Enjoy listening to: Glad, A Different Effect, Ecks and Bullz, On Pointe, Traces of Blue, Maccabeats, Committed, Le'Royal feat Diana Feria, Fairfield Four, Accent feat: Vanessa Hayes, and Theron Thomas, Naturally 7, Take 6, 7th Element, and Discovery Singers

Seasons greetings my A Cappellian family, I can't think a better way then to sit and enjoy this hour of harmony and cheer. Enjoy the wonderful music of: First Call, Take 6, Singers Unlimited, Pentatonic, Home Free, Groove For Thought, Committed, Take 6, Jean Baptiste Craipeau, First Call, Sam Robson, Singers Unlimited, Fairfield Four, and Committed.

Finally I interviewed my favorite bass of all time! Alvin "Vinnie" Chea the bass for the ten time Grammy award winning A Cappella sextet Take 6. Vinnie was kind enough to take the time out of his busy schedule to answer questions while celebrating his 50th birthday. He gave a ton of excellent advice, as well as a few fun facts about himself. Throughout this amazing episode you'll hear: Take 6, Afro Blue, Pastor Joel Bowman aka Pastor B, Fairfield Four, Sweet Honey and the Rock, Ade (from On Pointe) Home Free, Ecks and Bullz, Evan Sanders (Accent), Wayde Bryant (Reflexions), Connect 5, Jim Ed Norman, Take 6, Alvin "Vinnie" Chea, Armond Hutton (former Bass of Naturally 7) Take 6, Alvin Chea...Enjoy!!!

Giving faith a fighting chance is the best way to describe this episode. Let the melodious voices of these A Cappella groups: Vocal Spectrum, Take 6, In One Acord, Bobby McFerrin, Soundstage, Gaither Vocal Band, King's Heralds, Afro Blue, BYU Noteworthy, Aeolians, Committed, Naturally 7, and the Fairfield Four. ENJOY!!!

My A Cappellian family you're gonna love this episode as well as the others. Especially my A Cappellian sisters. I have a special message for you toward the end! In this episode you'll hear in this order: King's Heralds, Gaither Vocal Band, the Swan Silvertones, the Fairfield Four, Chris Rupp, Afro Blue, Singers Unlimited, Take 6, Aeolians, 7th Element, Groove for Thought, the Maccabeats, Committed, and Naturally 7. ENJOY!!!

This episode is dedicated to the friends and family members of a friend that I grew up with in Chicago, Il. He had such an amazing tenor voice his name was Kyle Underwood. His mother was?is to this day my favorite teacher of ALL TIME! She's my former high school choral conductor...whom which this podcast was named after her choir "A Cappella Chorus. Hence FTLOA "For the Love of A Cappella". Make sure you take the time out to let your loved ones know that you love and appreciate them consistently! Enjoy the messages of hope from each artist. Ecks and Bulls feat: Tommy Gervais and Elliott Robinson, Take 6, Rescue, Gaither Vocal Band, David Musonda, Bobby McFerrin, Joy Angele, L. Young, Sam Robson, The Martin's, Sound Stage, Committed, feat: Joel Kibble, Sam Robson, Fairfield Four, Aeolians.

Being encouraged is what this episode is all about. It's designed to take you on a mental tranquil journey. In this order you will hear these phenomenal A Cappellian's testify. John Stoddart, Take 6, Lady Blacksmith Mambazo, Naturally 7, Eck's and Bullz, Fairfield Four, Golden Gate Quartet, Cadence, Take 6,(BACKGROUND MUSIC: Okai Singers, Naturally 7), Glad, In One Accord, Home Free, Le Royal, Take 6, The Martin's, David Musonda, Idea of North.

It's always with great pleasure providing you with amazing A Cappella music on a weekly basis. Enjoy the beautiful harmonies of: Moses Hogan Singers, Voctave, SoundStage, Take 6, The Real Group, Dedication, The Fairfield Four, The Hi Los, The King's Heralds, The Swan Silvertones, Vade, Reflexions, Rescue and Fred Parker Jr.

For those of you who may be going through a struggle; marriage, employment, finances etc. This is episode is for you...ENJOY!!! In this order you will hear: Glad, On Pointe, A Cappella Vocal Band, Women of the World, Garvin Dean Project, Sam Robson, Gaither Vocal Band, Vade, A Few Good Men, SoundStage, Aeolians, Take 6, Fairfield Four, Shirley Ceaser, Naturally 7

If you're a lover of hymns, this episode is for you! I even took the time to go over the lyrics to them (so poetic). 3 AM, Reflexions, Committed, Glad, 7th Element, Sam Robson, Sam Cooke and the Soul Stirrers, the Fairfield Four, the Breath Life of Life Quartet, Vade, the Fellas, Take 6

I couldn't wait to share this episode with you. This is special edition of (FTLOA) For the Love of A Cappella is dedicated to my father "Charles Wayde Bryant III, I'm so blessed to have him on speed dial. Anytime I have a question just about anything except fashion (LOL) I trust him. Because of that I feel the least I can do is create a playlist I think he'd enjoy. Happy 70th birthday Daddy!!! Fairfield Four, Swan Silvertones, Take 6, David Maddox, David Wesley, Sam Robson, The Gaither Vocal Band, Committed, Afro Blue, the King's Heralds, Voctave, Naturally 7.

Of course we honored the mothers for Mother's Day. This episode is truly heart felt. I gave my A Cappellian family the opportunity to express their love and admiration to their mothers, and to the mothers around the world. To say that the response was an overwhelming one would definitely be an understatement. Oh and yes...there will be a Father's Day Special!!! You'll hear on this episode: Ecks and Bullz, First Call, Glad, Take 6, 7th Element, Sam Cooke and the Soul Stirrers, Sweet Honey and the Rock, Rescue, Fairfield Four, Golden Gate Quartet, and Boyz II Men

Brian McKnight, Take 6, Singers Unlimited, Naturally 7, SoundStage, The Ralph Carmichael Singers, Discovery Singers, Fairfield Four, Vade, The One Man Vocal Band, and Cadence

This episode (Let Freedom Sing) is dedicated to my A Cappellian brother "Jerry Ross"! Jerry unfortunately lost his older brother (Bobby Lane) to cancer. In this episode you'll hear (in this order) Committed, Sounds of Blackness, Traces of Blue, Straight Company, Naturally 7, Take 6, Fairfield Four, Sam Robson, LeRoyal, 7th Element, Aeolians, Breath Life Quartet, and Lady Blacksmith Mambazo

This episode will definitly grab your attention from the start. Thought provoking lyrics, and beautiful arrangements that will inspire you!

For the Love of A Cappella-"A Cappella Around the World" Eps XI This episode is an amazing one. Highlighting the brilliant arrangements of Dr. Cedric Dent (former baritone for10 time Grammy Award Winning A Cappella sextet "Take 6", also current porfessor of Middle Tennessee State University). An amazing lineup is just a click away. You'll hear groups like Just 6, Golden Gate Quartet, Fairfield Four, Take 6, and plenty more.

While we prepare for the release of Paul McCartney's deluxe edition of "Flowers in the Dirt", this week we look at how Paul and Elvis first met, their songwriting collaborations which will soon be coming out, their collective live work and more.      Included is "The One After 909" from the Royal College of Music benefit, Elvis and the Fairfield four doing a stunning version of "That Day is Done" on the Late Show with David Letterman, EC's live performance of "Tommy's Coming Home" from Carnegie Hall in 2014, a bit of commentary from the "Concert for Linda", and Mrs. McManus (Diana Krall) doing a live version of "If I Take You Home Tonight".

IF NORBIT WAS RELEASED IN THIS POLITICALLY CORRECT DAY AND AGE, WOULD IT HAVE BEEN EVEN MORE CONDEMNED THEN 10 YEARS AGO? With a plethora of fat and racist stereotype jokes, did Eddie Murphy take a step too far this time? And did it deserve all the offended hate from the critics? Fish and Connor can't understand where all this is coming from, but join them as they try and unravel this mystery! WATCH OUT! SPOILERS AND EXPLICIT LANGUAGE! And don't forget you can find all of our episodes on iTunes, Podbean and Stitcher. Subscribe now and never miss a review! Fish and Connor Saw a Movie does not own any rights to the film 'Norbit', its marketing or its soundtrack and no infringement is intended. The track 'Standing In the Safety Zone' is performed by The Fairfield Four and the track 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (Titles)' is performed by Ennio Morricone.

THE FAIRFIELD FOUR are one of the most prominent and respected names in gospel music. Featured in O Brother Where Art Thou?, their blend of rich harmonies, joined with the simultaneously grand and humble vision of soulful singers clad in tuxedo jackets and coveralls, made for an experience unmatched in pop, soul, blues, R&B and gospel music for nearly a century. The famed quartet the will celebrate the heritage and tradition of both the music and its makers with the studio release of 'Still Rockin' My Soul'. Its first under the Fairfield Four Records banner. PBS recently premiered a dynamic celebration of the gospel tradition with 'Rock My Soul' anchored by The Fairfield Four and and The McCrary Sisters THE McCRARY SISTERS are long known in Nashville circles as first-call session aces supporting some of music�s most vibrant artists. Possessing a unique familial musical history of their own as daughters of longtime Fairfield Four tenor Rev. Samuel McCrary, The McCrary Sisters - Alfreda, Ann, Deborah and Regina - each bring a unique energy and virtuosity to the group, not to mention varied experiences within the worlds of pop, rock, R&B and gospel music. 'Let's Go' is their new project Of timeless spirituals and original tracks produced by Buddy Miller. WoodSongs Kid: Quinn Coffey is 14 and from Lexington, Kentucky. She performs a show stopping a capella version of “Amazing Grace� with the McCrary Sisters backing her up.

Chris Stapleton, Joan Osborne, Rock My Soul featuring the Fairfield Four and the McCrary Sisters, and Joe Ely

Ann McCrary plays tracks from The McCrary Sisters’ album, Let’s Go, and talks about The Fairfield Four and working as backup singers. Also on this episode, R&B from Alabama Shakes, alt-country from June Star, blues from the Reverend Freakchild, stringband music from Mandolin Orange, cajun from Feufollet, country from The Honeycutters, blues from The Grahams, southern rock from Jimbo Mathus. "Ep245 The McCrary Sisters have Jesus and That’s Enough" originated from Americana Music Show.

THE McCRARY SISTERS are the daughters of the late Rev. Samuel McCrary, who was one of the original members of the legendary gospel quartet, The Fairfield Four. Ann, Deborah, Regina, and Alfreda were raised in harmony, singing at home and at their father's church. The McCrary's home was filled with music, whether it was the Fairfield Four or frequent guests that included a pantheon of gospel greats, including Shirley Caesar and James Cleveland. Collectively the sisters have performed or recorded with Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Elvis, Stevie Wonder, Ray Stevens, and others. The sister's new CD "Our Journey," include stunning covers of Dylan's "Blowing In The Wind" and Julie Miller's "Broken Pieces" as well as six McCrary Sister originals (including one co-written by Regina and Bob Dylan. DANNY FLOWERS is the awe-inspiring guitar guru, soulful singer and hit songwriter. His hits included "Tulsa Time" for Don Williams and Eric Clapton; "Back In My Younger Days" for Don Williams; "Gulf Coast Highway" for Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, and Nanci Griffith (co-written with Griffith and James Hooker); and "Before Believing" from Harris' Pieces of the Sky. In addition he has been a session musician for Williams, Griffith, Vince Gill, Marshall Chapman, and Dobie Gray. Flowers has also enjoyed a solo recording career including the 2007 album, Tools For The Soul.