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ASCAP Experience 2020 Canceled

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has canceled this year’s 15th annual ASCAP Experience music conference over concerns about the spreading coronavirus, it was announced Monday (March 9). “Out of consideration for the health and safety of our members and all other participants, and due to rising concerns about the spread of COVID-19 […]

Industry News
Will Coachella Move to October?

Coachella & Stagecoach Organizers in Talks to Move Festivals to October… It’s not a done deal but organizers should know in about 48 hours if the festival can be saved, say high-level sources. Officials with promoter Goldenvoice are working on a plan to try and move the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio, […]

Events
Stellar Gospel Radio Awards & Showcase Hosted by Bri Babineaux & Vashawn Mitchell

The Stellar Gospel Radio Awards & Showcase, hosted by VaShawn Mitchell and Bri Babineaux, held on Thursday, March 26, honors top radio stations and announcers serving urban gospel music audiences. Performers include: Fred Hammond, Tasha Page Lockhart, Gene Moore, Erica Campbell Presents Jason McGee & Company, Zak Williams and 1Akord, Maurette Brown Clark and Samson Logan. Tickets available […]

New Release
PRAISE & WORSHIP LEADER BENITA JONES DROPS DIGTAL SINGLE “GOOD GOD”

Millions have watched YouTube videos of Benita Jones leading worship and singing popular gospel songs such as “You Deserve It” and “Good Good Father.” The veteran worship and praise leader will release a soon-to-be anthem of her own, “Good God” (Tyscot/Integrity). This high-energy live performance is infectiously singable and catchy. It blends the fervor of […]

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SXSW 2020 Canceled

or the first time in 34 years, SXSW will not be having its annual music, film and tech conference. In a statement, the conference stated that the City of Austin canceled the festival and it will faithfully follow the city’s directions. “We are devastated to share this news with you,” the statement reads. “This is […]

Artists Spotlight
Darius Paulk Drops Debut Solo Album “Strong”

The multi-award-winning gospel singer-songwriter, Darius Paulk, has released his debut solo album, Strong (AIR/Malaco). The eleven-track set of mostly praise and worship songs adds a welcome pool of polished, uplifting tunes with a soulful edge to the ocean of often-formulaic modern-day church chants and anthems that have become popular in recent times. The soul-stirring set […]

Events
Don’t Miss the Stellar Awards Comedy Show

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2020 @ 9 pm Where: The Orleans Showroom, Las Vegas, NV adminOfficial Admin Account for ELEV8 MagazineUsed by ELEV8 Magazine’s editorial leadership and site administrators. This account supports our mission of delivering faith-filled content with integrity, excellence, and a touch of grace.

Music
Sherwin Gardner’s Festive New Song, “GOOD OH”

The Caribbean’s leading gospel recording artist Sherwin Gardner, who is known for songs such as “I Worship You” and his Top 20 American hit “Because of You,” has released a festive new track “Good Oh!” (Flow Masters Records/ Tyscot). https://smarturl.it/GoodOh “Good Oh!” was birthed a few years ago during Gardner’s Emerge Gospel Challenge competition. The winner, […]

Events
National Museum Of African American Music Announces Grand Opening

After more than 20 years in development, the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) is ready to open its doors to music lovers of all ages. The 56,000 square foot facility located in the heart of downtown Nashville will officially open to guests on Thursday, September 3, 2020 kicking off a Labor Day weekend packed with […]

Events
Gospel Superfest 20th Anniversary TV Spectacular

Gospel Superfest special 20th anniversary live TV spectacular features some of the biggest names in gospel including Hezekiah Walker, Donald Lawrence, Shirley Caesar & more, the Gospel Superfest returns to Dayton, OH on Sat, June 20th. Described as the biggest show in gospel music television, the Gospel Superfest is truly one-of-a-kind production. Founded & executively produced by Dayton […]