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ZOMBA GOSPEL RELEASE NEW MUSIC FROM DEITRICK HADDON ...  

With over a decade of creating progressive Gospel music, Deitrick Haddon is gearing up for his forthcoming Zomba Gospel release REVEALED, which will be in stores state side on 2nd September 2008.

Produced by Dre & Vidal (Alicia Keys, Usher), Warryn Campbell (Kanye West, Mary Mary) Tim & Bob (Bobby Valentino), and Percy Bady (Kirk Franklin, Fred Hammond), REVEALED is a genius work that continues to solidify Haddon as one of the most prolific and talented artists in the Urban Gospel genre.

Relevant to present day life, issues, and emotions, REVEALED is a musical kaleidoscope that will speak to the hearts and minds of both the “churched” and the “unchurched” alike. “I believe that Gospel music can be just as big as rock and fill stadiums around the world. But our music has to reach beyond our religious beliefs to connect on a greater level. I wanted to speak to everybody,” says Haddon. “That influenced my approach to the songs of Revealed. They are not ‘religious’ songs so much as spiritual songs that can connect to everybody.”

The first two singles being released off the CD are “The Word” and I’m Alive.” On both, Deitrick’s trademark sound of contemporary Gospel with an urban edge abounds greatly. “I’m Alive,” a spiritual testimony of endurance and motivation, speaks words of encouragement to listener’s hearts. Embedded with funky drum arrangements and acoustic guitars, Haddon attests that you can pull through any trial with the strength of your faith. The second single, “The Word,” is a passionate ballad that will move listeners to display love in their everyday lives.

REVEALED also includes the super hot “Love Him Like I Do,” featuring Ruben Studdard and Mary Mary. The single has become one of 2008’s hottest R&B Gospel anthems, and earned Haddon a BET Award nomination for Best Gospel Artist. Peaking at #9 on the Billboard Hot Gospel Songs chart, this popular single maintained a chart presence for over 32 weeks.

Written by Tim & Bob, “Reveal My Heart” is a classic remake of Case’s 2001 “Missing You,” and “Soul Survivor” is Deitrick’s personal story of triumph in which he sings, “I could have been six feet under, but God is good, he’s a wonder. I’m a soul survivor.”

TBR


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LONDON BASED CHRISTIAN FASHION LABEL LAUNCHES MENSWEAR COLLECTION ...  

London Based designers “Gospel Trends” are launching a menswear collection this summer with a difference. All of their collections are based on their christian faith. The label is being launched with a ready to wear spring/summer menswear collection, casual white linen suit jackets and combat style linen trousers with boxer style hooded shirts. The words incorporated into the graphics and cut of the designs are taken from a verse in the book of Revelations.

The label is being launched as a fashion label in it's own right with the uniqueness of the gospel message and presented as urban couture retailing in an independent multi-brand designer retail outlet, Produced and manufactured entirely in the UK.
Designer Angela Humphreys says" We are aiming to demonstrate that producing collections based on the Word of God and researched alongside forward fashion trends can work".

"Breaking new ground in the fashion industry is hard enough, doing it with a christian bias and clothes produced ethically is even harder, controversial but derfinitely challenging." "often we speak words over people, but to actually wear them is enwrapping ourselves" Abbi Jones UCB radio. "Gospel Trends hopes to drag frumpy christian fashion into the 21st Century" Kay Harrison 'The wharf', " They have unveiled a new menswear collection inspired by their faith" Ed Bevan 'The Church Times".

Garments from the Gospel Trends 'Messiah' range are currently being retailed in Luis Menswear shop in Kingsland Road Dalston.


LISTEN TO GOSPEL MUSIC & MINISTRY RADIO 24/7...  

G Force Radio Network is fast becoming one of the most listened to radio stations in the UK. Launched in May 2006, the station's music format is second to none playing everything from Muyiwa & Riversongz to Kirk Franklin and everything in between.

Armed with a growing team of talented presenters that currently take up most of Saturday air time from 14:00, you can expect to hear all your favourites and the latest in street gospel flavors.

Schedule for presenters | program | times.

Saturday
14:00 Front Line Beats - Mel Zaloumis
16:00 WoRd - Samuel Passion
18:00 Raw Gospel - Linford George
22:00 HMSS Experience - Marky G

Monday
20:00 Soul Inspiration - Mel Carrol

Thursday
20:00 Total Experience - Tito Carless

If you thing you have what it takes to be a part of the G Force Radio family, email info@gforceradio.com

Logo on now to www.gforceradio.com


21:03’s 'TOTAL ATTENTION' IS A TOP 5 DEBUT...  

21:03 makes an impressive showing on the Billboard charts this week as their sophomore CD TOTAL ATTENTION debuts in the #4 spot.

Additionally, the video for “You” remains the #1 video on the Gospel Music Channel and is also a top-ten seller on iTunes, while the digital track for “You” is #3 on iTunes. The radio single “Cover Me” featuring J Moss, Smokie Norful and Fred Hammond, jumped three spots this week and is #13 on R&R’s gospel radio chart.

“We are very pleased with this first week showing for 21:03,” says PAJAM’s Walter Kearney. “Evin, Torrence and Jo’rel have been working hard and their growth is evident both on this CD and in their shows. We appreciate everyone supporting them and we know this is just the beginning of a very successful project for 21:03.”

21:03 is proving to audiences around the country that they are not your average boy band but a group of depth and true talent that crosses generational and cultural boundaries. They recently performed in New York at Central Park Summerstage, where The New York Times said they had “synchronized dance moves and production that Chris Brown wouldn’t be mad at.”

21:03’s TOTAL ATTENTION is in stores now.

TBR


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