Remember yesterday, how I said that I had Beverly Crawford’s new CD (due in stores on September 14), but hadn’t listened?  And remember how I said I’d let you know what I thought?  And remember how I said I love how she tears a vamp to shreds?

Umm… YEAH!

I listened this morning and got soooo excited about the single that I made sure I got the ‘ok’ to stream it for you guys this afternoon.

The single is called “It’s About Time For A Miracle” and it’s great.  From the vocals to the band, this song is RIPE for your Sunday morning service.

Click here to listen!!!

And lemme know what you think!

I got my grubby little paws on the new single from Tye Tribbett, entitled Fresh, from the forthcoming album of the same name, in stores on October 19.

And, of course, I’m sharing it with you guys.

Click here to listen to the new single!!!

For my tastes, I would have preferred a BIT less autotune and effects because it’s hard to understand some of the words, but I really enjoy the beat and the chord progressions enough to scoot in reeeeaally close to catch the lyrics.  And I like ‘em!

By the way, I’m REALLY diggin’ the cover for the single.  It’s… FRESH!

What do you think?!

If you attended the AIM Convention this year, you’ve already seen this performance… but for those of us who couldn’t make it, I’m grateful for YouTube and a user named LYRIC1973…

Jonathan Nelson performed songs from his upcoming album, entitled Better Days, which will be released through Integrity Music on September 14th.  This particular video is footage of a song called “There Shall Be A Performance.” The tune is one of those catchy songs with clever and singable lyrics for which Jonathan Nelson is becoming known.

Plus, the song features Kierra Sheard, whose live performances ALWAYS remind me that she has more potential than most of us have seen. Can’t wait ’til it’s all revealed.

Anyway, I’m diggin’ it… from the verses to the vamp. I’d pump it in the car.

Check out the video here–

What do you think!?

I’m assuming that most of you have Encore, the latest album from James Fortune & FIYA.

If not, though, it’s your lucky day.  James Fortune sent a Twitter message today with a link to listen to their second single, “I Believe.”  The tune features Shawn McLemore and Zacardi Cortez on lead vocals.  It’s a pretty good track!

Click here to take a listen!

Now, lemme know what you think!!!

EXCLUSIVE!!!

I got my paws on some new music from Gary Mayes, titled “Thanq U 4 Takin’ My Place,” featuring the incomparable LeJeune Thompson on guest vocals.  It’s definitely gotten more than a few spins from me today!

The track isn’t even fully mixed and mastered yet, so you’re getting it raw and real.  Still, for your listening enjoyment and edification, I’ve just added it to the PunditPlayer.

Click here to listen and let me know what you think of it!

He’s baaaaaaaaack… I’m talking about Jonathan Nelson, with his new single, “Expect the Great.”

Along with his group, Purpose, Nelson made waves through the gospel and CCM industry with “My Name Is Victory,” a few years back. “Expect the Great” is a worthy follow-up and an exciting preview of what we’ll hear when his new album is released later this year.  I trust that choirs and praise teams across this U. S. of A. will be singing it en masse, and the slogan “expect the great” will run like wildfire.

In short– it’s more than dope.

For your listening pleasure, I’ve added it to the PunditPlayer.

Click here to listen!!!

And make sure you leave a comment so that Jonathan knows what you think of the new single.

Juanita Bynum is returning to the music scene in a pretty big way.  Right off the heels of a release a few weeks ago, she announced a signing/joint venture with Music World Gospel, the first offering of which is an EP entitled Soul Cry (Oh, Oh, Oh), the first in a trilogy of products, due in stores on June 22nd.

Though a widely-discussed and highly-debated topic on this blog and in Christian circles, Juanita Bynum’s ministry and reach is undeniably a force to be reckoned with– her chart-topping sales and high visibility demonstrate a loyal following of people whose lives have been significantly impacted by what she’s doing.

For your listening pleasure, I’ve just added her newest single, “Soul Cry (Oh, Oh, Oh)” to the PunditPlayer.

At first listen, I wasn’t really feelin’ it.  But I’ll be doggoned if I didn’t find myself singing “oh, oh, oh” while I was pouring my coffee this morning…

It’s catchy!

Click here to take a listen and tell me what YOU think of it!!!

EXCLUSIVE

The album version of “I Want To Say Thank You,” the newest single from gospel legend Lisa Page Brooks, is already getting increased airplay at radio.

HOWEVER, she recently recorded a LIVE version of the track and you’re getting an exclusive listen RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW.

Click right here to launch the PunditPlayer and lemme know what you think!!!

On Wednesday, I told you guys that DeWayne Woods’ new album, My Life’s Lyric, would hit stores on June 22nd and that his new single, “I Won’t Be Afraid” would be serviced to radio soon.

Before radio grabs it, though, I figured I’d try to get it for you guys.  And I did.

This song is a beautiful declaration of trusting God.  I’ve heard the tune before– it was on Ashmont Hill’s debut project… loved their version, but I also love DeWayne’s.  He’s got a great voice and he’s put it to a beautiful track, tastefully done and ready for your worship teams!

You don’t have to take my word for it… I’ll let you decide for yourself– I’ve just added the track to the PunditPlayer.

Click here to listen!!!

And make sure you lemme know what you think!

Have you guys heard the debut single from Isaac Carree?

It’s an incredibly beautiful song called “Simply Redeemed,” penned by the legendary Tommy Sims and Marc Harris.  If you have Heather Headley’s debut gospel project, you might have heard it there as the opening track.  But don’t be fooled– different voices, different arrangements, different approaches… different songs.

Isaac Carree finesses this song with his own signature style, riffing with the acoustic guitar before building to a rousing vamp.  In my opinion, it’s a tasteful vocal performance that does a great job of introducing him as a solo artist (don’t fear, though– Men of Standard hasn’t disbanded).

Don’t just take my word for it– I’ve just added “Simply Redeemed” to the PunditPlayer!

Click here to listen!!!

And let me know what you think!!!