Christian Hip/Hop nominee ATL Shawty

ATL Shawty a nominee for Christian Hip/Hop Artist of theYear

ATL Shawty's new mixtape "Growing Pains Eccles 3". Hosted by Gospel DJ the mixtape delivers the powerful message of aches and pains often associated with growth. This is not only one of the must haves for 2012 but many view this inspirational mixtape as a ground breaking crossover. Bridging the gap between the streets and The Cross. 

The sophomore mixtape from Atl Shawty displays growth in his music. Growing Pains meticulously promotes the goodness of salvation, and the message of forgiveness through bangers that can be enjoyed by music lovers of all genres.Atl stays true to his southern roots on tracks like "Down", displays his versatility on tracks like "He reigns", while clearly cementing growth on his Smash Hit Single "Story of My Life". 

This is one of few mixtapes that can be popped in and played out. After a few brief moments you'll be sure to agree Atl Shawty is certainly an artist to keep your eye on.

Christian Hip/Hop nominee Micheal A.V. Mitchell

Micheal A. V. Mitchell nominated for Christian Hip/Hop Artist of the Year 

Michael A.V. Mitchell grew up in St. Francisville, near Baton Rouge, where I wrote poetry, but didn’t take converting it into music seriously until I was in my early 20’s. Things that surrounded me and a passion to reach others took my interest in music to another level. I’m a graduate of Southern University A&M College, youth leader, and music minister. In the state of Louisiana I’ve overcame various challenges which are embodied in my ministry. Music, motivation, and ministry are the key components of my assignment. The form of music that I utilize the most is gospel rap, considering the youth are my primary target. 

When it is used correctly it is very effective in reaching the mind, will, and emotions of those who hear it. My mission is to share the gospel, motivate and uplift, plant hopes and dreams, compel people to come to God, ignite the passion for righteousness, salvation, success, and change throughout the world by the power and authority of Jesus Christ. In the duration of my life I’ve traveled many places operating in the gift of music as well as speaking. 

The ability to convey messages through music is more than a talent or well articulated skill, but it’s a ministerial tool. It’s also a solution to a problem. The problem that I’m speaking of is the negativity and damnation that’s in the music that the world, mainly the youth listen to on a day to day basis.

Gospel Choir of the Year nominee Walter Smith & Tru Praize

Walter Smith & Tru Praize nominated for Gospel Choir of the Year

Gospel musician/director, songwriter Walter Smith was born and raised both in Baldwin, Michigan and Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he inherited a love for gospel music from his dad, who is a former recording artist with the Spiritual Travelers and his grandparents and began singing in a church choir at an early age. After 7 years of studying classical piano, Walter began playing for the Sunday school department at his home church, First Baptist Church of Baldwin, Michigan and directing the youth choir in his church (starting at the age of five), and later the adult choirs. It was around this time that Walter came across specific recordings of James Cleveland and Aretha Franklin's "Amazing Grace" with the Southern California Community Choir, Clara Ward Singers, Rev. James Cleveland and Southern California Community Choir, New Jerusalem Baptist Church of Flint, Michigan that would inspire him to pursue gospel music even more zealously.  

Shortly thereafter, Walter drew inspiration from other gospel performers including Thomas Whitfield, Bethel Pentecostal Church Choir, Mattie Moss-Clark, the Clark Sisters and Keith Pringle. While attending college in Grand Rapids, Walter continued to direct and play for St. Paul Baptist Church and for choirs locally and later became a member of the Bethel Pentecostal Church of Grand Rapids, MI where he began to study under the tutelage of his music mentor, the late Eld. L. Craig Tyson, and was a faithful member of the Youth Inspirational Choir. Walter later moved to Detroit, Michigan where he continued his musical gifts that God had blessed him with. 

After much prayer, in March, 2009, Walter Smith & Tru Praize was manifested. On October 18, 2009, our music ministry was consecrated and prayed over during our standing room only consecration service by our spiritual advisor and Walter’s pastor, District Eld. Michael Martin. Since that time, God has truly opened up many doors for this ministry. This choir has been blessed to minister to the masses not only in the Detroit Metropolitan Area, but throughout the state of Michigan and nationally. Although these short three years haven't been easy and the choir was met with much opposition from many locally, God CONTINUTED to be faithful and to give the ministry strength to press on. Comprised of 19 holy ghost filled young adults, God continues to pour out fresh oil upon the choir as we minister to his people. 

The choir celebrated their first live recording session, June 25, 2011 in Detroit, Michigan and eagerly anticipates their CD release, August, 10, 2012.  To GOD be the glory for the things he has done and continues to do.

Quartet of Year nominee Sons of Christ

Sons of Christ nominated for Quartet of the Year 

The Sons of Christ are a group of anointed and talented young men who are commited to the Great Commission that Christ gave to go throughout the world and spread His gospel to all nations. The group is on a mission to bring a new sound to quartet, while still maintaining traditional gospel roots that will bless the old and young. 

Their first major project "Gotta Feelin" is now available on cdbaby.com and will be coming soon to itunes, amazon.com, and glorylandgospel.com!

Aaron Clark & Ministry nominated for Group of the Year

Group of the Year nominee Aaron Clark & Ministry 

Music that encourages and uplifts.  Concerts that engage and edify.  Lyrics that inspire and speak life.   Experience all this and more with Aaron Clark & Ministry. With songs that address real life circumstances and direct the listener to Jesus Christ, it is apparent that Aaron Clark & Ministry are on a mission to reach the masses for the Kingdom of God through music. This dynamic gospel ensemble delivers far more than music that invokes praise and worship - they are committed to living a lifestyle of worship, believing that an example of Christ in their everyday walk is what wins souls and changes lives.

Aaron Clark & Ministry is a talented group of singers and musicians based out of Springfield, Ohio.  Singing together for over seven years, this group produces a sound that is unified and causes God to be glorified.    In 2009, the group released its first CD, "Min. Aaron Clark & Ministry: The New Beginning."  Featuring jump-up-and-shout songs like "I'm Free" to slower heart-touching melodies such as "You're Not Alone," The New Beginning has something for everyone - regardless of age, social status or genre preference.  This CD represented a fresh start for the group, having been the first release under the leadership of Minister Aaron Clark, who also penned and arranged most of the songs of the CD except two. Encompassing more wisdom, discipline and vocal style, the group released its latest CD, this summer, titled “Conquerors” We Always Win! With this CD, You will be ushered into worship with the title cut “Conquerors” and praise will lift you right out of your seat with the single titled “shift.”

Minister Aaron Clark, director of the group, currently serves as Youth Minister of Music and multi skilled musician at Restored Life Ministries in Springfield, Ohio, under the leadership of Pastor Larry D. Coleman.  Min. Clark has had the anointing and passion for delivering God’s message through the preached word and music, but in 2011 God added another level to his ministry by way of drama. He wrote, directed, and produced a dynamic gospel state play “God’s Masterpiece”. By letting God’s anointing flow through him, this playwright produced a play that not only took the city by storm, but also won souls for Christ in the process. Min. Clark is also a devoted husband to his beautiful wife Briana Clark, who is also a minister, and one of the lead vocalists of the group.

Since being led by God Min. Clark has been serving as director and spiritual mentor for the group, ensuring that worship is a lifestyle and not a mere act.

For the past  years, Aaron Clark & Ministry have been blessed to share the word of God, through music, at venues across the county, in such places as Kansas, Michigan,  Pennsylvania, Atlanta GA, Orlando FL,  Indiana, Kentucky, Dayton, OH, Cincinnati OH, Columbus OH and North Carolina, just to name a few. They have also been blessed to minister on national TV shows “Atlanta Live” in Atlanta, GA and "Kraze in Orlando, Fl., in addition, they have been featured guest on different showcases around the United States. The group has also been spotlighted in JO Magazine and Gospel Synergy Magazine.  Ministry is committed to taking God’s word where ever the Lord leads them, and they are always prepared to share a "right now rama word” that will reach people no matter what situations they may be facing, in their lives.

Thurman B. Thornton II aka TBII nominated New Artist of the Year

2013 New Artist of the Year nominee Thurman B. Thornton II aka TBII

Thurman B. Thornton II aka TBII began singing at the young of age of 3years old and ever since then, the gift God blessed him with has grown and matured into something big. He currently attends Changing Lives Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Michael C. Bradford. Thurman has worked with national recording artists such as Dorinda Clark-Cole, Percy Brady, Joshua's troop, Donnie McClurken and others, but it was being apart of Youth Gospel Music Conference under Janice Moorehead, that Thurman learned the importance of ministry.. "I have always loved singing, but Janice really trained us to be more than just singers. She taught me to really appreciate the gift God gave me and to share it with the world!" After singing in local groups, numerous stage plays, and staying in the background, he decided it was time to take a leap of faith and pursue a solo music career. Thurman released his first single entitled "More" on June 24th, 2011. 

"More means a lot to me, because the song really expresses my true emotion towards God and after i lost my mother last year, I needed that void to be filled, and so i was in the studio really crying out to God and He blessed with a song that really showcases my desire for Him!" More was released to very positive reviews and has gained continuous airplay in several states. He is also currently in the studio working on his debut album entitled "The Soul Experience" due out May 14, 2013. "It's time to return to true soulful music and God has placed me here to do so." With God leading him, this young man's future looks very promising. Recently, Thurman signed with the independent record label, New York Connect Entertainment headed by CEO Mr. Will Young, who intends to take his sound to another level. 

"Everybody that is on this journey with me, stay tuned because the best is indeed yet to come! On Valentine's Day 2012, his new single "The Definition of Love" was released everywhere online to strong reviews and was produced by the awesome producer that is J Wash from The J Wash Music Group. Thurman has performed in concert with National Recording artist Evangelist Faye Mosby, has been on tour with The BAD Conference for LRB Ministries under the leadership of Prophetess Lutricia Roberts, but one of the most memorable moments came on August 5, 2012 when he was giving a chance to perform his single "The Definition of Love" at the Missouri Black Expo in front of a major audience. Recently his single debuted at #3 on the Top 20 indies request charts on The PG network, which is broadcast to several national charts all over the world and he hit another milestone in his career when he received a nomination from the Gospel Sounds Radio Network Annual Gospel Music Awards  for "New Artist of the Year!" "I am so humbled and grateful to God for this gift and the doors He is opening up and the best is really yet to come!"

Gospel Choir of the Year nominee Johnny Sizemore & One Accord

Johnny Sizemore & One Accord a nominee for Gospel Choir of the Year

In life there are many talented individuals whose musical gifting and expressions appear effortless to audiences. Some are born with these gifts while others are trained to become great minstrels and psalmists. However, there are those who are exceptionally blessed to marry their natural gifting with their learned skills to become known as "masters" of their craft! .Johnny Sizemore  immerges on the Gospel much scene as an artist with an astonishing musical knowledge, skill and unparalleled creativity that places second, only to his passion for ministry. Born in Greenville, SC and affectionately know as a child prodigy. Johnny has always shown a great interest in much. With a strong spiritual foundation laid by his family. Jonny participation in music ministry at his local home church began at the very young age of four, as did his formal training. Due to that Johnny Sizemore has accomplished a great musical exploits in his short life. 

He along with his musical team “One Accord” released their 1st cd single entitled “Wait” April 24th 2012. Also their upcoming Album #WhatDavidSaid featuring “One Accord” will be released Spring 2013. Outside of Johnny having a community group, he serves faithfully as the Director of Music Ministry at his local church Valley Brook Outreach where Overseer Curtis Johnson is Pastor.

The year of 2005 was one of the biggest and greatest years of his life this was the year he stepped out on faith and accept his call to ministry. He was licensed to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ in May and launched his music ministry “One Accord “in June.  Johnny Sizemore sets an unblemished illustration of a servant in the body of Christ. He has devoted his life to uplifting the kingdom of God and refuses to let the enemy tear that Kingdom Down.

ONE ACCORD

 “One Accord” is an anointed group of singer under the leadership of Min Johnny Sizemore. One Accord ministry is built and focused on Kingdom principles. They have been called for such a time as this! The singers have a mandate on their lives to releasing a Kingdom Sound anytime and every time they stand together and open their mouths. The ministries objective is to reach and alter people’s lives through song. With radical praise and soul stirring worship they demonstrate to all people that they are not ashamed to pronounced and worship a true and living God!

They have been able to minister through song at various events up and down the eastern coast including sharing the stage with great Gospel artist such as Tye Tribbett, VaShawn Mitchell, Dewayne Woods Maurice Griffin, Larry McCullough, Practice Riddick, Kevin Lemons, Shawn Bigby, Bonnie Franks, Stellar award winning Teen Pure n Heart, Grammy Award winning Le’Andria Johnson, Overseer William Murphy III, Tasha Cobbs, David & Tamela Mann and many more.   

Group of the Year nominee The Chosen Few

The Chosen Few nominated for Group of the Year 

The Chosen Few is a gospel group out of Tarboro, NC that consists of family and friends who love to spread the word of the Lord through their distinguishing arrangements of quartet gospel. The group branched out from the St. Luke Youth Choir of Princeville in November of 1998 and has continued to be a blessing to many. The group consists of Tuekellia Jones, Stevie Lawrence, II, Caroline Pippen, and Mechelle Jones.  

The Chosen Few has shared the stage with artist such as The McDonald Sisters, Keith "Wonderboy" Johnson, Jeff Majors, The Christianaires, The Bolton Brothers, Luther Barnes, The True Believers, Damon Little and Nu Beginning, Doc McKenzie and the Hi-Lites, Lisa Knowles and the Brown Singers, Darrell McFayden and the Disciples, Tim Rogers and the Fellas, George Dean and the Gospel 4, Lee Williams and the Spiritual QC’s, and many more. They have additionally appeared on “Spiritual Awakening,” a widely viewed television show that showcases gospel music artists and Paramount’s Kings Dominion for the last three years, a venue that often overlooks traditional quartet gospel. 

They have had the opportunity to take part in the Gospel Music Workshop of America and Esther Wooten’s Annual Exclesisa Showcase.   They reference their main reason for singing is to give God the praise that he deserves and in doing so save souls. The Chosen Few released their first album "Spiritually Connected" in November of 2005 and their sophomore project entitled "My Testimony” was released in February of 2011.  They are currently working on a third recording entitled, “Open Book” that is sure to blaze the charts and bring a new type of flavor to the quartet genre of gospel music. God blessed The Chosen Few to sign with the independent record label, Music Revived Records, Inc.(CEO/President, Milon Fenner, Jr.). This independent label sets new standards for the quartet world of gospel. 

The Chosen Few are characterized by their unique, yet traditional style of quartet that will put you on your feet and their distinctive and flamboyant form of dress.  Their ministry has touched the lives of many and with continued favor from God, the plan is that the movement continues.  

Revived nominated for Quartet of the Year

Quartet of the Year Nominee - Revived of Anderson, SC

Revived are a group of anointed women who love praising and worshipping God. Revived came together October 1, 2011 all coming from groups as background singers. God has blessed us and anointed each of us with our own ministry. Even though Revived has only been singing for a short period of time God has really been blessing us to travel spreading His words through song. Revived has been on programs with the Canton Spirituals, Swaniee Quintet, The Legendary Stars, and The Gospel Legends. 

Revived was blessed to record our first single entitled (The Blood), and we have released our album entitled Revived. Revived has allowed God to use us to impact peoples lives every time we minister, and He hasn't steered us wrong yet.

Gospel Choir of the Year Nominee Sheldon Issac & WBFM

Sheldon Issac & Walking By Faith Ministries nominated for Gospel Choir of the Year

Walking By Faith Ministries better known as “WBF” released its 1^st CD Project “Hold On”, the musical testimony of its founder Sheldon Isaac. This encouraging, and energetic CD has gained respect in the gospel industry, and is now being heard in several cities throughout the Country via Radio and Internet. Isaac and WBF are committed to serving Christ, the Community, and the Church, and is now working on its Sophomore Project “Everything” that’s expected to be released in June of 2013.

In April of 2012, Isaac & WBF produced and released the highly anticipated recording from Houston Mass Choir of the Gospel Music Workshop of America. This was the choirs 2nd recording, with the 1st being recorded by the late Rev. James Cleveland “The King of Gospel” in the early 80’s. This project allowed Isaac to work with National and Local Recording Artist from Houston like Shawn McLemore, Mark Taylor, Minister Ronald J. Materre, Chester D.T. Baldwin, and Dr. Theola Booker just to name a few. Sheldon & WBF has also had the privilege to share the stage with National Recording Artist like Kathy Taylor, and Tamela Mann, but takes its greatest pride in working with “Generation of Praise” the Middle Tennessee State University Gospel Choir of Murfreesboro, TN. WBF will continue to Walk By Faith because they believe “FAITH WORKS”!

Christian Hip/Hop Nominee Jordan Olgetree aka JTreeZ

      Jordan Ogletree aka JTreeZ "Christian Hip/Hop Nominee 

    Jordan Louis Ogletree aka JTreeZ (J-Tree-Zey) is a Christian Rap artist from the North West side of Houston, TX. He is the son of Pastors John & Evelyn Ogletree of First Metropolitan Church, also in Houston, TX. He is the youngest brother of Johnny Ogletree III, Lambreni Waddell, and Joseph Ogletree. Jordan is the proud uncle of 7 nieces and 3 nephews. His top 3 priorities will always be 1) God 2) Family 3) Me. You have to love God, your family, and yourself first to show genuine true love to others.
   
     Jordan followed in his brother Joseph’s footsteps exceling in sports at an early age. Although he had a strong love for art and music in his early years, they were overshadowed by his love for sports. In high school, he recorded in a studio for the first time going to a friend’s house and making songs after school and football practice was over. It was at this point that Jordan first really noticed that he had an unusual talent to rap, creating music that people like. He then began to remix secular song and make them into Christian song for the teen ministry at his church. In spite of early success and support of his music by others, Jordan stayed focusing on his love for sports.  He earned a scholarship to play football for Nicholls State University where he obtained his Bachelors and MBA in just five years. He worked really hard in school and was heavily involved in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Although he dreamed of playing in the NFL, God led him down a different path upon graduating. Jordan moved back to Houston to find a corporate position and pursue his love of music.


     Today JTreeZ says music reminds him of events and people in his life, good and bad. He believes that music is a very powerful tool: it can change your emotions, it can educate you, and it can get into your mind without you wanting it to (Have you ever started humming a song that popped up in your mind out of nowhere)?  JTreeZ wants to use music, as a method to spread the message of Jesus Christ. He wants to encourage and inspire people to have faith in God and keep pushing through the trails they face in life. “God's given me a musical talent and I'm going to use it to spread His word and help everyone around me. I believe I can relate to people on every type of level. This is my destiny and I believe that there are people in this world who need to hear my music. I know the struggles we face day to day. I'm young but believe me, I’ve just about seen and been through it all. The image that most rappers create and the lifestyles they glorify and sell to people are not authentic. 

      They glorify all of these negative aspects of life and tell people “that is the way life is.” I want to address some of the same things they talk about but speak the truth about it. I want to tell what living that type of lifestyle has done to humanity. I also want to talk about other more important topics that most people can truly relate to. Not the fantasy life, but the reality of struggles as well as joys of life that we experience every day.  With God’s grace and favor I’m going to use music put a positive message in the lives of people. I know I will do great things with God on my side and I look forward to seeing where all he wants to take me.  

"In Christ there is liberty and salvation and I pray people find that in my music!” –JTreeZ-

Jeremy Thrash Christian/Hip Hop Artist of the Year in 2013 Gospel Music Awards

2013 Gospel Music Awards Nominee Jeremy Thrash 

A lost and dying, wicked, perverse world needs help. There is a way out…. Jesus and He brought backup. Born Jeremy Micah Thrash on February 24, 1987, Money is fresh-faced artist (not of men, neither by man) out of Mobile, AL with ambitions of spreading the mystery of the Gospel through hip hop/rap music. Named after two biblical prophets, Jeremiah and Micah, Money was instilled the word of God at a young age. Adopted by Apostle Jeffrey & Prophetess Sandra Denise Thrash of Goodwill Church Ministries, Money embraced a love for art at the tender age of 3. Growing up in “two-worlds” Money distinguished differences between the mindsets and behaviors from inside the walls of home and that of the outside world. Having a Christian-based home that exercised Godly living meanwhile outside he witnessed poverty, violence, hardships, undeserved suffering, etc.

Not wanting to be discounted among his peers he gradually adopted the ways of the world. It wasn’t until the concluding semesters in high school that Money found a interest in music. Playing for his high school band, John L. Leflore, he took up a passion for creating sounds that produce effect. Uniting himself with a high school friend the two began freestyling and trading off bars amazing fellow peers with witty commentary. Soon the two hooked up with another high school beat maker, there Money interest in rapping quickly turned into an obsession. Being noted for his lyrical ability, versatile swagger, and deep metaphors he continued to drop a handful of mixtapes with friends. Going under the name Mobillionaires, originated by Money himself, as a independent record label in the making Money and friends began hitting the streets passing out flyers, selling CD’s, and performing at local talent shows. In the course of getting the name Mobillionaires trademarked, Money found to his surprise the name had been stolen by another local group who he had previously been in competitions with. Taking more losses than gains Money began contemplating whether pursuing music as a suitable choice for a career. Now married with wife pregnant with first-born child, providing financially became precedence. Working two jobs, one day Money was offered the opportunity to work full time in his fathers ministry. An occasion in which Money rejected and ignored numerous times growing up.

 Finally accepting his calling, God wasted no time in exposing revelations, and uncovering His will for Money’s life. During a spiritual conversation with God, Money asked since he had went by the name, “Money” in the secular world would it be favorable if he transformed it to go with his new image. Weeks passed with no answer, until God unexpectedly responded with, “look in the dictionary.” Opening a dictionary immediately Money ran across these words, “medium of exchange.” As he meditated a revelation was brought to light. God spoke, “just as money is recognized as an instrument used as a measure of the value of goods and services, I want you to become my medium.” “You give the world a message from me, and in return I (God) receive the glory.” Then God ended with, “People die for money, I died for you.” Now understanding his new found identity and purpose, Money began working on his first solo project, self-entitled, Lyrical Renaissance, a inspiring, poetic, and emotional album themed to making hip hop “born-again.” Using live instruments with deep lyrics by way of substance, Money is looking to baffle critics, alter and edify traditional minded Christians, and deliver lost generations from eternal damnation. 

Separating himself from the brash cocky stunting, and the ghetto pompous image hip-hop is known for marketing, Money polishes his craft to reflect the Kingdom of God, not the world. Therefore, creating a culture within a culture. Today Money is working full time in his families ministry, as youth pastor (Heritage House via Goodwill Church Ministries), at the same time still changing lives and pulling interest of both young and old with his music.

Marlo Moore Nominee for Female Gospel Artist of the Year

2013 Gospel Music Awards Female Artist of the Year Nominee - Marlo Moore 

Min. Marlo Moore finds herself as one of the several Female Gospel Recording Artist, participating in the 2013 Gospel Music Awards and being a nominee. 

Wife, Mother, Minister, Psalmist, no matter what hat Minister Marlo Moore is wearing, she fills the shoes of them all with grace.  Awesome whether setting the  atmosphere at a reception, or bringing down the house at a church service, she is known for raising the bar of excellence and expectation in ministry. 

Currently in the studio working on her sophomore project titled "Simply Marlo Moore" Unrestricted Praise/Worship", it is guaranteed to bless congregations all over the world. Her single “All of My Help” was released on ITUNES 1.3.12 and is blessing Praise and Worship teams all over the world.

Minister Moore is notorious for her first project titled Moore to the Story, with hits like Hey Now played every Sunday morning on 104.1 and Gospel Sounds Radio Network her worship song Holy.  

Judah a nominee for Quartet of the Year with 2013 Gospel Music Awards

Judah of Rochester, New York is a Nominee for Quartet of the Year 

God brought together 4 young men to do his will, Daniel Chatman Jr., Andrae Lenear Sr., Henry Pitts Jr., Melvin Brown. These young men are on fire for the Lord at all times and always ready to lift the name of God. Judah is ready and willing to spread God’s word to everyone through gospel music.

It doesn't matter who you are young, old, rich, poor, strong or weak in faith you will be blessed by their music ministry. Their name speaks for its self "Judah" which means "Praise". If you hear them sing you will see that’s just what they do, give God the praise.  With a heavy anointing Judah sings with conviction, power, versatility, and charisma. Judah however, is no stranger to gospel music, for they have been singing and playing all of their lives in many family and local gospel groups and choirs, in and around Rochester, NY. Judah has been blessed with the opportunity in 2006 to release their first album self titled “Judah” that gave them the opportunity to spread the sound of Judah all over. 

Judah has released a second album” Leaning on you” released the fall of 2011. Judah has recently signed with Low Rush Music. It is anticipated that their first project with Low Rush will be in the marketplace during the first part of 2012. Judah has been blessed to receive 1st place and best voted male gospel group in the pressing toward your vision showcase in NY, and most recently the Allstate Gospel Superfest. Judah has also been featured in many newspapers and I Am Gospel Magazine. Judah has had the opportunity to travel all over, allowing them to share the stage with gospel greats such as The Flint Cavilers, The Christianaires, Walter Barnes, Doc McKenzie, Legendary Spencer Taylor and the Hi-Way QCs and a host of others. 

The Inspiration of Judah comes from gospel greats such as, Lee Williams & the Spiritual Qc’s The Cantons, Mr. Paul Porter, Mr. Frank Williams, and many others. The main objective of Judah is to let people know, especially the younger generation, that you can be saved and still have fun, praising the Lord and you don’t have to dress or look a certain way for God to move in your life or to be blessed, that you can make a difference in this world with just what God has given to you.  If you have not yet heard these young men, then you should. The next time, you hear the name Judah, come on out and get your praise on …….

The Green Family & NOOP - "2013 Nominee for Group of the Year"

2013 Gospel Music Awards Nominee - The Green Family & New Order of Praise

The Green Family singing career originated in the early 60’s, two teenaged sisters Arrie Lee Green and Dorothy Green begin singing in the Little Friendship Baptist Church choir in Atlanta, Georgia under the direction of Inez Mayfield, who took the girls under her wings. Arrie with her glass breaking soprano and Dorothy’s strong alto were noticed.

The Sisters were asked to join a newly formed gospel group “The Mozetts”, created by Alvin Jones and the late Donald Vales. The group performed weekly on WAOK AM radio with the late Brother Edsmond Patterson, Harrison Smith and many more. They also performed on Edsmond Patterson’s anniversary programs. In addition, they appeared with artist such as, The Five Trumpets, Soul Searchers, Inez Mayfield Gospel Singers, Dorothy Norwood and the late James Cleveland.

In later years, song writer and musician Donald Vales pursued his career with James Cleveland and moved from Atlanta. The Mozetts continued for a few years then ceased. In late 1971, Arrie wanted to start a group, this time with her four sisters, Dorothy, Barbara and her two teen-age siblings Loretta and Catherine.

In 1972 the five Green sisters joined Carey Park COGIC, under the leadership of the late Robert L. Humphries, Sr. The Lord had a different route for the sisters. After accepting Christ and the Holy Ghost, God’s anointing was felt through their singing. They were later named The Robert Humphries Singers and performed locally within COGIC events. They were members of the Northern Georgia Recording State Choir under the direction of Dr. Roosevelt Daniels. They also participated with the COGIC International Choir under the direction of the late Dr. Mattie Moss Clarke.

The late Lee (Pop) Green and Sarah were the parents of seven daughters’ one son Bobby (Sack) Green, who had his own singing career with The Essentials and Contagious, which were R & B groups. They traveled and open shows for various recording artists and recorded their album in the early 80’s.

During the years as the Green children raised their children, the anointing and talents were passed to the children and grandchildren.

In February 2009, God began to speak to Loretta’s son Charles, who is a talented and anointed musician. Charles formed a family fellowship meeting at Loretta’s house and informed his family what the Lord reveled to him regarding the families singing talent. “It is time for this family to start back ministering to the world through song”, said Charles. Charles was not aware that Bobby (Sack) was revealed the same message about the family. We knew that God was in this and we were on one accord with the call. 

The name, “Green Family New Order of Praise” was introduced by Bobby (Sack) Green the way that the Lord had given it to him. God had already begun to bless with studio equipment and a place to work in Sack’s basement, which he constructed. The Green family is currently working on the first CD project and has begun to host listening sessions, which have been successful.

The Green Family was nominated and received the Group of the Year Award in 2012 by the NAGPM Organization in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition, appeared on the Bobby Jones Gospel Presents for new artist in Nashville, Tennessee 2011.

This family chorale consists of the original Green siblings, Arrie, Dorothy, Bobby and his wife Irish who is talented and anointed in her writing; Barbara, Loretta, Catherine and the children; Charles, Tameikoe, Latisha and Bobby Jr. Our goal is to win souls for Christ through song. We dedicate our first single titled, “It’s In The Praise” to our late parents, Lee and Sarah Green and late grandmother, Zora “Big Ma” Ball.

Javonta Patton & Deliverance for Youth Nominated for "Group of the Year"

Javonta Patton 

2013 Gospel Music Awards Nominee Javonta Patton & Deliverance for Youth

Jovonta Patton was born and resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He started singing at the age of four in his local church choir at Berean M.B. Church (Pastor Charles Ford) and began writing songs at six years old. By the time he was in middle school he was directing the choir at Berean M.B Church, and was in his first stage play in middle school at age 14. By high school Jovonta was singing at several events: local talent shows, the national anthem at his high school basketball games (Edison High), and all over the Twin Cities.

Jovonta joined his first professional choir, Stellar Award-nominated Nu Friends Community Choir, in 2006 under the direction of James Grear. By 2007 Jovonta formed the community choir and organization Deliverance for Youth, better known as DFY. He directed this group of approximately 25 youth, from all different socio-economic backgrounds and all under the age of 21, with the purpose of E.A.S.Y (Empowering and Saving Youth). DFY released the album There is D.F.Y. (Live) in 2011 with several original songs penned by Jovonta, a gifted songwriter. During this time Jovonta really made his presence known in his community through his service to friends, family, and community residents in their time of grief in the death of youth and young adults, the majority of whom were victims of gun violence.

DFY continued on in success working with rock band Foreigner and the likes of gospel veterans Kim McFarland and Erron Williams, to name a few. As the youth matured Jovonta formed The DFY Summer Program, allowing youth of all backgrounds, ages 5 to 26, to participate with DFY to sing on his first solo live CD recording titled I Am…A Winner in 2012 where over 100 youth participated. Jovonta has recorded this album to present to the world the young man and vocalist he has become at age 22, and to take his message to youth around the world. The project includes guest appearances by Sheri Jones-Moffett (vocalist on Donald Lawrence’s Encourage Yourself) and his leader, Bishop Richard D. Howell (Shiloh Temple International Ministries). His musical influences are Destiny's Child, Donald Lawrence, and Kirk Franklin. Some of his musical mentors include Daniel Weatherspoon, Jamar Esaw, Darnell Davis, Cinque Cullar, Jamecia Bennett, Michael Ripoll, and Vashawn Mitchell, to name a few. 

Jovonta co-produced this collection of 10 songs that he dubs “a masterpiece for the body of Christ”. He is a visionary, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, community activist, college student, youth leader, minister, and teacher, but most of all he is a humble servant of Jesus Christ advancing the Kingdom of God.