The most frequently asked question of me is who is my favorite artist. That is a somewhat difficult question to answer because I love many artists for different reasons. I would have to say my overall favorite is Kirk Franklin. Although he is not a vocalist, he more than compensates in his lyrical depth and musical genius. Kirk is always going to give you beautiful worship songs, songs to jam to and make you think on your way. The main thing I love about Kirk is that no matter what the song tempo may be, you will always know who he is singing about and that is Jesus!!!
As you know there are many different genres of gospel music from contemporary to traditional. My favorite quartet group is The Canton Spirituals. I was hooked from the first time I heard their classic "Mississippi Poor Boy." I love traditional gospel and I happen to find it to be very relevant for today. Pastor Shirley Caesar, Richard Smallwood, and the Gospel Caravans are a few of my all time favorites. In my opinion you can not say you are a true gospel music lover without having an appreciation for traditional gospel. For worship you can't touch Marvin Sapp!! "Never Would Have Made It" is his biggest hit to date. As a matter of fact that single has broken records for the number of weeks at number one on just about every gospel music chart.
So my question for the week is who is your favorite artist and why. I can't wait to read your thoughts. Thanks again for checking out my blog and don't be shy, send me a message.
Love,
J
Monday, May 26, 2008
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Introduction
Hello,
I am excited to be finally starting my blog for WVEL!! I want to use this as a vehicle to reach out to our listeners or whoever may come across us on the web. Please feel free to email me with comments (j.woods@regentcomm.com) and I will copy/paste them to the blog and respond. I want to make my blog as interactive as possible. The only comments I will not post will be anything derogatory or profane. I don't mind if you disagree with me, just do so in a respectful manner and I will post your comments as well. I'm here to provide commentary on today's hot topics as they relate to the life of a Christian, give you the latest gospel music news including new releases, gospel charts, etc. If you have any questions for me or suggestions on topics or things you would like to see in my blog feel free to email me at the above address.
I don't know about you, but I am happy to be alive to witness this historic time in politics. Let me preface my next comments by saying I am in no way endorsing any particular candidate. Who you vote for is a personal choice. Whether you are a democrat or republican you can hopefully appreciate the fact that our country has come far enough that there is a female and an African-American candidate who could actually be the next President. I wasn't sure it would happen in my lifetime. My question to you, my new blog buddies, is how do you choose the candidate that will get your vote? Do you look at them from a Christian perspective as to how their policy or platform relates to your moral beliefs? This should spark some interesting conversation. I can't wait to read what you have to say. As for me, I find that it makes my choice more complicated because there are just so many issues to look at. Foreign policy is important to me, as is the war in Iraq, and of course the economy. When you take all things into consideration you can see how difficult a thoughtful choice is to make. I may agree with a candidate's stand on abortion, gay marriage, etc, but on the other hand have serious concerns in other areas. So where is the balance and how do I decide? Share your thoughts.
Thank you for checking out my blog and I hope you will send me a comment.
With Love,
J
I am excited to be finally starting my blog for WVEL!! I want to use this as a vehicle to reach out to our listeners or whoever may come across us on the web. Please feel free to email me with comments (j.woods@regentcomm.com) and I will copy/paste them to the blog and respond. I want to make my blog as interactive as possible. The only comments I will not post will be anything derogatory or profane. I don't mind if you disagree with me, just do so in a respectful manner and I will post your comments as well. I'm here to provide commentary on today's hot topics as they relate to the life of a Christian, give you the latest gospel music news including new releases, gospel charts, etc. If you have any questions for me or suggestions on topics or things you would like to see in my blog feel free to email me at the above address.
I don't know about you, but I am happy to be alive to witness this historic time in politics. Let me preface my next comments by saying I am in no way endorsing any particular candidate. Who you vote for is a personal choice. Whether you are a democrat or republican you can hopefully appreciate the fact that our country has come far enough that there is a female and an African-American candidate who could actually be the next President. I wasn't sure it would happen in my lifetime. My question to you, my new blog buddies, is how do you choose the candidate that will get your vote? Do you look at them from a Christian perspective as to how their policy or platform relates to your moral beliefs? This should spark some interesting conversation. I can't wait to read what you have to say. As for me, I find that it makes my choice more complicated because there are just so many issues to look at. Foreign policy is important to me, as is the war in Iraq, and of course the economy. When you take all things into consideration you can see how difficult a thoughtful choice is to make. I may agree with a candidate's stand on abortion, gay marriage, etc, but on the other hand have serious concerns in other areas. So where is the balance and how do I decide? Share your thoughts.
Thank you for checking out my blog and I hope you will send me a comment.
With Love,
J