Just a quick heads-up that “Incredible,” the new single from 21:03, is available for download today on iTunes!

Click here to grab it!

And lemme know who’s gettin’ it!

Is it just me, or could gospel group 21:03 stand to take a bit of a risk?  Hear me out…

Their single, “Incredible,” is a song that I’ve come to REALLY enjoy (generally gets a few repeats outta me in one sitting).  But several months ago, they featured a traditional/quartet-styled song, “Still Here,” online.  I think that should have been the single.

If the name of the album is Evolved, and the title reflects its underlying theme, it seems that efforts would be made to demonstrate that three younger guys have grown into three young MEN.  The photoshoot did that (all suited up!).  The single, maybe not so much.

I hear “evolved” and I’m looking for growth and an evolution. Based on a lot of comments from you guys, the listeners, you hear “Incredible” and think it’s more of the same. That’s a problem.

Don’t get me wrong– I love the people at Verity and at PAJAM, far beyond my professional relationship with them. I think they are wise and experienced beyond what most even give them credit for.  But I think I would have liked to see a bit more risk this time around (yes, even in this already-risky music industry economy).  Now, I hear talk that maybe the 2nd single will be “Still Here,” which would be great.

I just think that the rewards could be BIG for them.  Older audiences, and more traditionally-leaning audiences, might embrace 21:03 if THIS is what was being offered this time around–

What do you think?

Word has it that 21:03 and PAJAM are asking for YOUR help in selecting new photos to be used in connection with their upcoming album, Evolved.

First of all, from a business standpoint, the concept is dope.  Period.

Second of all, the photos are pretty cool!  The photos show the fellas of 21:03 all “growed up.”  Torrence, Evin and Jor’el have traded in their hoodies and sneakers for two/three-piece suits and fedoras (I see you, Evin… and I want that hat… yeah, the brown one).

In any case, the photos are set to a slide presentation (with their new single, “Incredible,” rockin’ in the background).  Peep it here and follow the instructions to make your photo preference known.

They want you to leave comments in the comment section on YouTube, but I bet someone from PAJAM will come over here to read ‘em, too…

I don’t wanna influence decisions, but my picks of the pics are as follows:

Torrence: Photo #1 (or, Photo #7… but under no circumstances do I prefer a photo with sunglasses)
Jor’el: Photo #3 (or, Photo #4… but under no circumstances do I prefer a photo with sunglasses)
Evin: Photo #2 (or Photo #1… but under no circumstances do I prefer a photo with sunglasses… and I know he didn’t even have any… it’s that serious)

Ok, folks… what photos are you lovin’?  And what do you think of this whole idea?

For the past several months, the fellas of gospel group 21:03 have shared new music with us– from “Favor” to “Still Here”… even the remix that had everyone jumpin’– “Favor (All I Do Is Win)”.

But, here it is– the OFFICIAL new single from 21:03′s upcoming album, Evolve, production courtesy of the PAJAM powerhouse– “Incredible”.

What do you think of this one???

This is such a beautiful worship song to me… it’s the new single from CCM artist Natalie Grant, “Greatness of our God.”

If you recall, Evin Martin of 21:03 put us on to Natalie Grant in his Across the Aisle series (more coming soon!).  Her new album, Love Revolution, hits stores on August 24th…

In the meantime, I came across this video of Natalie singing “Greatness of our God” at a church a couple of weeks ago–

Whatd’ya think??

I got the chance to attend the McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour, featuring J Moss and Regina Belle, in Chicago this past weekend.  Three words– I’m lovin’ it.

The concert was great.  It opened with a MAJOR high-energy performance from J Moss.  Backed by some great vocalists from Detroit, including the fellas of gospel group 21:03, J Moss commanded the audience’s attention as he opened with a medley of “Psalm 150,” ”I Wanna Be” and “Could’ve Been Me.”

J slowed things down a bit with “Holy One,” before launching into his first single, “Restored.”  By the time he got to his latest single, “Rebuild,” the entire vibe of the concert had made a decided shift from party to worship service.  To see God’s power move through “Rebuild,” taking root in the lives of folks I’ve never met, was incredible.  With hands raised and faces full of tears, the audience worshipped God for his rebuilding power.  J’s set ended well with a rousing chorus of “Praise On The Inside.”

Up next was Regina Belle, who launched into her set with the hand-clapping, foot-stomping oh-so-churchy ”Can’t Nobody” from her debut gospel album, Love Forever Shines.  She then moved to the classic Walter Hawkins’ cut, “Thank You,” before leading us in her rendition of Chris Tomlin’s “How Great Is Our God.”

Her set continued, and included her classic “If I Could,” which she sang to children as video footage from her recent trip to a Ronald McDonald House played in the background.  She finished her set with her hit single, “God Is Good” and I MEAN we sang along with her. LOL

The tour will be stopping in 6 more cities– Newark, NJ; Oakland, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Memphis, TN; Atlanta, GA; and Washington, DC.  Click here for more details!

Special shout-out to McDonald’s for the invite and to Alexea Davis of Burrell Communications who took extra special care of me and my wife while we were there!

Before the show, I chatted with both J and Regina, so I’ll be sharing what they had to say over the next couple of days, too.  Stick around! 

In the meantime, a couple of stage shots from the concert:

Anyone attended the tour yet?  Anyone planning to attend when it comes to your area?  Talk to me!

I’ve gotta be honest– when I heard that 21:03 was putting out a remix for their viral single “Favor,” I kinda thought “how different could it possibly be?!”  But ummm… it’s different.  And it’s REALLY dope.

In fact, I may like it more than the original.  Dunno why I expected anything else, especially on the heels of the awesome “Rebuild” REmix that PAJAM just did for J Moss… that camp has been on a creative roll lately (props to PDA!).

Soooooo, I’m adding the new remix from 21:03, titled “All I Do Is Win (Favor Remix),” to the PunditPlayer.  It features 21:03, J Moss, Canton Jones, Chris Clark, and T-Pain.  I said it.

Click here to listen!

And, if you love it (I think you will), click here to download it FOR FREE.

Tell me what you think of the track!

Gospel group 21:03 has released a new track and it is incredible.

These dudes SING, and in case you didn’t know, I’m thinking that their new song “Still Here,” will lay all of your doubts to rest.  It’s definitely got “single” potential (you hear that, Verity?! )

It’s streaming NOW at BET.com.  Click here to head over and take a listen!

And lemme know what you think!

Act fast, folks– 21:03 is offering a FREE DOWNLOAD of their newest song, “Favor.”

Dunno how long it’ll be available, but visit NewReleaseTuesday.com to get your copy TODAY.

I want you guys to check out this video.  I think it’s a great idea– powerful and rather innovative for the gospel community.

The video features the newest single from J Moss, “Rebuild,” behind a bunch of artists and industry peeps talking about what “rebuild” means to them.

You’ll see J and his wife Melanie, PDA, 21:03, Tye Tribbett, Hezekiah Walker, Monica, Fred Hammond, Da’ T.R.U.T.H., Kierra Sheard, Donald Lawrence, Canton Jones, Warryn Campbell and more…

I think it’s pretty powerful and inspiring.  And I love to see all the artists that got on board to help him out with it.

Whatdy’a think???