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buzzz worthy. . . November 4, 2014-Los Angeles, CA-Tina Campbell of the famed gospel music duo Mary Mary will be transparent at "An Evening With Tina Campbell," Saturday, November 22, 2014, 7pm, at In is Presence located in Woodland Hills, California. The focus of the evening is to accept, let go and move on where Tina's journey of forgiveness will be revealed. Forgiveness is a conscious, deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment or vengeance towards someone who has harmed you. " This event is for anyone who has experienced death, betrayal, infidelity, disappointment or other hurdles in life," states Tina.  This is a first step to let go and jumpstart your road to forgiveness." The event will be nothing you expect and everything you need.  Campbell will introduce new solo music from her upcoming CD, read excerpts from her upcoming book entitled "I Need A Day To Pray," and minister to encourage, enlighten a...

buzzz worthy. . . All New Album HELP In Stores  March 25, 2014 December 9, 2013 (New York, NY) – Erica Campbell receives Grammy nomination for BEST GOSPEL SONG, for current single  “A Little More Jesus,”  it was announced yesterday. Written by Erica, sister Tina Campbell and husband Warryn Campbell,  “A Little More Jesus,”  topped the charts this summer and captured listeners with the high-energy old school vibe, coupled with Erica’s distinct vocals.  The upbeat and powerful single united us with both honesty and enthusiasm.   “I am beyond excited and so very grateful for the nomination,” Campbell said. “God is so awesome!” “A Little More Jesus,”  is the first single off of Erica’s debut solo project,  HELP , which will be released on My Block Inc./eOne on March 25, 2014. The follow up single and title track  “Help,”  is a relevant and current sounding ballad that will be released to radio in early Ja...

buzzz worthy. . . It appears that the more Mary Mary said they were parting ways, the media hungered for more of them. The WeTV reality stars appear together on the June Black Music Month  cover of Ebony  to share more about their complicated relationship. The issue is due to arrive on news stands on May 7. Surprisingly, Tina, who wanted to leave the group to focus on her family life, revealed her husband Teddy had an affair.  She admitted she was so livid she attempted to stab him, according to singersroom.com. “Once I became aware [of the affair], I initially wanted to kill my husband,” she admitted. “I was considering adjusting the will, the  living trust  and all that kind of stuff. I did physically try to stab him. Several times…I never got to the point of physical harm, not really, but my words…My words hurt.” The couple is still together working on their marriage. Erica, discussed going solo and her belief that her hubby Warren should go...

buzzz worthy. . . Erica Campbell of Mary Mary and her husband, the group's noted producer Warryn Campbell welcomed baby #3, Zaya Monique yesterday (Tuesday, January 24) , weighing in at 6.12 pounds! The baby may have arrived early by doctors predictions (the original due date was February 11), but just in time for auntie Tina. Tina Campbell got her wish as she said while she was away collecting awards for the group at the 2012 Stellars over a week ago, that she needed to see her niece come into the world. In a press statement an elated Erica said, "Feeling so thankful and so blessed to have our sweet Zaya finally make her grand entrance into the world! God is awesome, our family couldn't be more happy than we are today!" Mary Mary won two Stellar Awards for Group Duo of the Year and Contemporary Group/Duo of the Year.  (Sidebar: Tina admitted to press that being at the show sans Erica was "wierd.")  Some of the recent excitement from their p...