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buzzz worthy. . .   12-Track New Album Features “Say Yes,” “Fire,” “If We Had Your Eyes,” And More     Nashville, TN (August 22, 2014)  – Acclaimed Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and actress  Michelle Williams  will release her upcoming fourth studio album, Journey to Freedom , in stores Tuesday September 9 th . Following the album’s releases of the #1 hit summer anthem “Say Yes” (feat. Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland), which topped Billboard’s Gospel Digital Songs for 4 weeks, and Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs and Gospel Streaming Songs charts,  as well as the powerful tracks “Fire” and “If We Had Your Eyes” (feat. Fantasia),  Journey to Freedom ’s much anticipated songs reveal one of Williams’ most personal and inspirational journeys yet, in a 12-track album that showcase her striking vocal range coupled with a lush musical soundscape. In addition to “Say Yes,” “Fire,” “If We Had Your Eyes,”  Michelle Williams  continue...

buzzz worthy. . . Via Press Release (Atlanta, GA) August 21, 2014-- Reach Recording artist  Trip Lee  is excited to announce the release of his long awaited fifth full-length album  Rise  on October 28. Executive produced by long friend and Grammy award winning producer Gawvi (Lecrae, Andy Mineo),  Rise  is a call-to-action for fans to experience and live life to the fullest, while still honoring their faith and beliefs. The album will also feature label mates Lecrae and Andy Mineo as well as soul singer Leah Smith.    " Rise  has a lot of different meanings," he explains. "It's a call-to-action to rise from the dead and actually live. We're born spiritually dead, and I'm calling for everyone to become spiritually alive. Secondly, don't wait until later to live the way you were created. God created you to honor Him, find joy, and serve others. Don't sleep on that. Lastly, rise above the low expectations people have.” The first sing...

buzzz worthy. . . McClurkin-Mellini Stops By Sirius XM Manhattan Studio Chat about New CD HIGHER Los Angeles, CA (August 20, 2014)  - Camdon Music Artist, Andrea McClurkin-Mellini continues to make her rounds promoting  her new release, Higher.   She recently made an appearance in New York play, “A Cry for Help” produced by Cheronic Productions.  In support of her sister, Cheri McClurkin, the writer and producer of play, both Donnie McClurkin and Andrea made an appearance in “A Cry for Help” at Upper Room Christian World Center in Dix Hills, Long Island.  “‘Everybody is crying for help in some sort of way. God is the healer and he hears you,” Says Cheri McClurkin.  The project was a long-time dream of Cheri’s to reach not only the youth who have lost their way in life but for those who feel there is no hope for their situation. McClurkin-Mellini made a stop by the Manhattan Sirius XM Studio for a one-on-one with “Praise” host Meta Wash...

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buzzz worthy. . . Over the last few years, Gospel’s Leading Man Earnest Pugh – who brought back the art of balladry with his #1 hits “Rain on Us” and “I Need Your Glory” - has taken a big lead in presenting gospel music’s next generation of stars such as Chrystal Rucker, Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis, Charles Butler & Trinity and Keith Williams. Now, the electrifying artist has put together an equally electrifying collection of songs by some of the most dynamic young gospel artists on the rise and entitled the project, “Gospel’s Rising Stars” (EPM Music Group). It’s now available on the iTunes Store, Amazon MP3 and other digital platforms. The 13-track set opens with the R&B flavored track “I Made It” by Angel Davis whom Pugh has crowned as the First Lady of the EPM Music Group. The 29-year old Dover, Delaware native began singing in church at the age of four and has been one of Earnest Pugh’s backg...

buzzz worthy. . . Via Press Release Washington, DC:  On Sunday, September 7, 2014 Jericho City of Praise (JCOP) will officially install Dr. Jasmin "Jazz" Sculark as the new pastor to lead the ministry of one of the largest churches in the country.   This event will mark history; Dr. Jazz will serve as one of the youngest women to lead a mega church in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area.  Dr. Jasmin Sculark, nationally and internationally known as Pastor, Teacher, Author, Evangelist and better known in the Christian community as "Dr. Jazz, The Daughter of Thunder," was named Pastor-Select at JCOP in Landover, Maryland in March 2014. Since then nearly 500 people have joined the church as members under her leadership. "I am going to build on the legacy of Apostle Betty Peebles," Dr. Jasmin "Jazz" Sculark said in a statement. "I am not coming to lay a foundation; I am coming to build upon a foundation that has already been lai...

buzzz worthy. . . New York, August 18, 2014--  Be sure to catch actress, producer and comedienne,  Torrei Hart , as she stars in  VH1’s  new series  Atlanta Exes  when it premieres TONIGHT at  9p.m. E.T . The  Atlanta Exes  cast features the exes of major Atlanta-based entertainers/celebrities. Joining Torrei Hart  on the show are ex-wife of  Tameka Raymond  (ex-wife of R&B singer  Usher Raymond),   Christina Johnson  (ex-wife of singer  Cee Lo Green ),  Moneyetta Shaw  (ex-fiancé of R&B singer  Ne-Yo ), and  Sheree Buchanan  (ex-wife of NFL player  Ray Buchanan ).   The captivating reality series follows the ladies and tells their side of the story about their public separations from their famous exes.  The show combines a great deal of drama, love, ambition, and sisterhood that is sure to be tomorrow’s water-cooler chat!   ...