::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

MULTIPLE AWARD-WINNING GOSPEL ICON DONNIE McCLURKIN RELEASES NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “THERE IS GOD”   Nashville, TN (September 6, 2019) – Today, multiple GRAMMY ® , Stellar, and Dove Award-winning Gospel icon Donnie McClurkin releases a new single “There Is God” .  The new single, accompanied by a performance video, is available now at all digital music providers and serves as the second single released from the Gospel legend’s forthcoming album. The poignant single, written by McClurkin and co-produced by Trent Phillips, offers hope to current and future generations, and emphasizes that God can be found in every area of life.   Donnie McClurkin: “There is God” Performance Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9JRtMDO6qI   With the knack to yield a transformative atmosphere, McClurkin continues to remain as an influential global voice with the ability to minister across generations. Earlier this year McClurkin released the inspiring single...

DONNIE McCLURKIN RELEASES HOLIDAY SINGLES “MY FAVORITE THINGS” AND “SOME CHILDREN SEE HIM” Nashville, TN  - Multiple GRAMMY ® , Stellar, and Dove Award-winning Gospel icon Donnie McClurkin releases a two-song gift bringing holiday tidings, with “My Favorite Things” and “Some Children See Him.”   Newly recorded by McClurkin, the two holiday singles are available now at all digital music providers.  One of the most beloved voices in Gospel, Donnie McClurkin creates a joyful atmosphere with his signature arrangements, celebrating the memories of the season in the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein show tune “My Favorite Things,” and reflecting on Jesus’ birth in the classic Alfred Burt/Wilha Hutson-composed Christmas carol “Some Children See Him.”   McClurkin produced the new singles in the studio with award-winning co-producer Trent Phillips (on “My Favorite Things”), and award-winning co-producer Tré Corley (on “Some Children See Him”).   ...

AWARD-WINNING GOSPEL ARTIST DONNIE MCCLURKIN ANNOUNCES CONTEST FOR SINGERS AND DANCERS TO PERFORM AT LIVE TBN CONCERT TAPING IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA ON MONDAY, JUNE 25 ( Los Angeles, CA)   --- When the door of opportunity opens, you must be prepared to walk through.   All aspiring and professional singers and dancers who desire to share the stage with gospel singer, Donnie McClurkin, must submit their performance video before midnight (PST) on Friday, May 25 th .  Contestants in groups comprising three to six members, must upload their videos featuring one of the award-winning singer’s songs that are provided at DonnieTV.com or Donnie’s Facebook page.  The winners will be announced on Friday, June 1 social media and the Donnie  McClurkin Radio Show.  The live TBN concert taping at the Holyland Experience theme park in Orlando, Florida on June 25 will mark McClurkin’s fifth solo live recording of his career.  There’s no official date for the...

buzzz worthy. . . Musical Director Ray Chew Leads All-Star Lineup: Yolanda Adams, Lawrence Brownlee, Shirley Caesar Kurt Carr, Olen Cesari, Donnie McClurkin, Cantor Azi Schwartz, Richard Smallwood, and Dionne Warwick Alongside a 64-Piece Orchestra and 200 Voice Mass Choir On  Tuesday, December 6 at 8:00 p.m.  in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall presents  A Night of Inspiration , an evening of uplifting music under the direction of acclaimed producer, composer, and music director  Ray Chew . The program features an all-star roster of artists including  Yolanda Adams ,  Lawrence Brownlee ,  Shirley Caesar ,  Kurt Carr,   Olen Cesari ,  Donnie McClurkin ,  Cantor Azi Schwartz ,  Richard Smallwood ,  Dionne Warwick , and singers from the New Faith Church from Cape Town, South Africa, all backed by a 64-piece orchestra and alongside Reverend Dr. Lester W.  Taylor   Jr.   of the Communit...

buzzz worthy. . . By Mona Austin With fall premieres rolling in, Empire Season 3 is in full effect. The program that focuses on a family's entertainment dynasty was the number broadcast on it premiere night.  However, the ratings were down in episodes 1 and 2 in comparison to year's past.   Is the Lyons family losing their "roar"? In case you missd it, in season 2 a scene involving a taunt against  gospel artist Donnie McClurkin may have contributed to the ratings struggle last year.  Are the 3 million viewers who mysteriously vanished last year done with the show?  Here's what happened. . . Multiple Grammy winning gospel artist  Donnie McClurkin  has taken the high road in response to gay innuendo in the season 2 premiere episode of " Empire ," and the FOX Network's most popular show appears to have taken a steady dive in ratings. During a cameo appearance in the season opener 16 million viewers...

buzzz worthy. . . Nashville, TN (August 30, 2016) – Three-time GRAMMY®, 11-time Stellar, and three-time Dove Award winning singer/songwriter and syndicated radio show host, Donnie McClurkin has done it again with the release of his seventh solo album, THE JOURNEY (LIVE) .  The new album had a strong first week in sales and debuted at #1 on the Current Gospel Albums chart .  The dynamic fourteen-track album features eleven re-recorded classics as well as three powerful new songs including McClurkin’s latest single “I Need You”.  As one of the top-selling and beloved Gospel music artists of all time, McClurkin continues to move audiences around the world. Currently, he can be seen on the multi-city, An Evening with Donnie McClurkin Tour .  The tour is commemorating his 10 th anniversary as host of the syndicated Donnie McClurkin Radio Show and is a special way for him to thank his fans for tuning in over the years.  The tour features spoken wo...

buzzz worthy. . . Three-time GRAMMY®, 11-time Stellar, and three-time Dove Award winning singer/songwriter and syndicated radio show host,  Donnie McClurkin , released his new single “I Need You” to all digital providers. The song is already a hit at gospel radio, being one of the most added and having the most increased spins. It is a heartfelt and earnest expression of Donnie McClurkin’s faith, beginning with the line, “Where would I go without your hand holding me?” “I Need You” is McClurkin’s first single since the release of his 2014 album, DUETS, for which McClurkin collaborated with fellow celebrated gospel artists including Dorinda Clark-Cole, Tina Campbell, John P. Kee, Marvin Sapp and Tye Tribbett. Donnie McClurkin is excited about sharing new music as well as classics on his forthcoming seventh solo album (title and release date to be announced). "All  I Need" is available everywhere digital music is sold.

buzzz worthy. . Los Angeles, CA (November 16, 2015) - On Wednesday, December 9, at 8:00 p.m., Carnegie Hall presents two of gospel music’s biggest stars—Donnie McClurkin and Kim Burrell—in a one-of-a-kind participatory concert in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. Under the musical direction of the multi-faceted producer, composer, and director Ray Chew, the multiple Grammy Award–winning McClurkin is joined by Burrell—an exuberant vocalist who has performed with stars from the worlds of gospel, jazz, and R&B—to lead an all-star ensemble in a concert where the audience joins voices with the artists on stage as part of what McClurkin calls a “landmark sing-along concert.” Tickets, priced at $32–$62 are available at the Carnegie Hall Box Office, 154 West 57th Street, or can be charged to major credit cards by calling Carnegie Charge at 212-247-7800 or by visiting the Carnegie Hall website, carnegiehall.org. McClurkin and Burrell’s humble beginnings before rising to world renowne...

buzzz worthy. . .   McClurkin will sing a tribute to Andrae Crouch at 15 th Annual BET Awards June 28 And Returns as Judge on Season 8 All Star Edition of Sunday Best Premiering July 19 on BET   Los Angeles, CA   - RCA Records recording artist, Donnie McClurkin a trailblazer in the gospel music industry is set to pay tribute to gospel legend, Andrae’ Crouch at the 15 th Annual  BET Awards airing Sunday, June 28 5:00pm/PDT – 8:00pm/EDT LIVE from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.  An encore airing will premiere around the world on BET’s International Network on Tuesday, June 30 at 9:00pm BST/10:00pm CAT and will air live on MTV Australia for the very first time (check local listings).  Special Guests include: Janet Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Robin Thicke, Janelle Monae, Chris Brown, Kendrick Lamar and others. This year’s show will be hosted by Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross.   While our nation will be celebrat...

buzzz worthy. . . Andrea McClurkin-Mellini Starts the New Year off with a Chart-Topping Single;  a Guest Appearance on Donnie NEXT Taping March 15 and Performances at Key Events during Stellar Award Week in Las Vegas, NV   Los Angeles, CA (February 19, 2015) - The McClurkin siblings crew up singing together around the house along with five other sisters and brothers, not realizing there was a bigger plan waiting to be unveiled.   Andrea McClurkin-Mellini traveled for years singing in the background for her well-known brother, Donnie McClurkin, who’ve had great success as a gospel recording artist and a respected and beloved pastor of Perfecting Faith Church.   In the recent CALLED Magazine cover story www.calledmagazine.com Donnie and Andrea opens up about life, music and ministry.  The family’s ability to be candid about their struggles have become a trademark over the years; but it’s the humor and laughter, laced within th...

   Mali Music and the NFL Players Choir will also perform at annual event celebrating faith, music and football Atlanta, GA – The 16th Annual NFL Sanctioned Super Bowl Gospel Celebration will kick-off Super Bowl XLIX weekend on February 1, 2015 at Gammage Hall on the campus of Arizona State University in Phoenix, AZ. American Family Insurance, the Super Bowl Gospel Celebration will bring together GRAMMY® and DOVE Award-winning artists, inspirational leaders and special guests to create an unforgettable evening celebrating faith and football.  Headlining the night will be some of the biggest names in Gospel & Christian music, including one of the strongest female voices in Contemporary Christian Music, five-time Dove Award winning artist Natalie Grant ; multiple GRAMMY, Dove and Stellar Awards winning artist Israel Houghton ; three-time GRAMMY winning artist Donnie McClurkin ; and GRAMMY, multiple Dove & Stellar Awards winner Fred Hammond...

buzzz worthy. . . Los Angeles, CA  (December 9, 2014) – The Sr. Pastor of Perfecting Faith Church and Founder of the NY Call, Donnie McClurkin, is inviting all local pastors and their churches, along with civic leaders, pertinent organizations, politicians and government officials to meet for prayer/rally. McClurkin will host prayer gathering at Perfecting Church on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 7pm/ET located at 311 N. Main, Freeport, NY 11520. “I believe that the church body should not be a spectator, but a participant and leader in dealing with such issues as the recent verdict announced. This is a time for the church to unite and raise their voices to God in prayer,” says McClurkin. The goal is for leaders and their churches to come together, receive instruction and strategic steps through prayer, that will bring hope and possible resolve to the hearts of people in the community and globally. For more information or questions about the prayer gathering, please...