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CeCe Winans “Thy Kingdom Come” In Stores April 1st

 
Eight-time GRAMMY® winner CeCe Winans is set to return to her church and praise-and-worship roots with her long-awaited eighth career album, Thy Kingdom Come, due April 1 on Winans' own PureSprings Gospel label.

In preparation for the eagerly anticipated album, Winans will be hosting TBN's Praise the Lord on Tuesday, February 26. Joining Winans will be her special guests: Kirk Franklin, Kim Daniels, Byron Cage, NFL Player, David Tyree, Dr. Dierdra Jackson and young vocal sensation Spensha Baker.   Other appearances include an April 10 performance in Fort Hood, Texas, as part of their Annual "Welcome Home" celebration for the troops family and friends. 

Thy Kingdom Come is the follow-up to 2005's chart-topping Purified, which showcased the gospel veteran interpreting buoyant, life-affirming songs with a contemporary edge. The album earned the songstress her seventh and eighth GRAMMY® awards in the categories of Best Gospel Performance and Best Contemporary Soul Gospel Album.

For more information log on to
www.cecewinans.com and www.myspace.com/purespringsgospel.com.

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Darwin & Traci Hobbs Launch New Management Company

Dove and Stellar Award nominated gospel artist Darwin Hobbs and his wife, Traci, have launched Atlanta-based Liaison Creative Services, a new artist development company. The firm’s mission is to become a bridge for aspiring artists and the music industry establishment.

Hobbs, who is known for gospel classics such as “Everyday” and “So Amazing” says that, “For too long, I’ve witnessed and was victim of established artists not passing along mantles.”

Liaison ‘s first signing is Cincinnati, Ohio based male quintet “Called II Worship!” The group is comprised of five, twenty-something young men (Kenny West, Isaiah Freeman, Fred James, Troy Culbreth, and Lamont Hill)

“There are so many established artists who are so busy chasing the pill of success for themselves that they aren’t sensitive to the needs of newcomers for mentorship,” he continues. “Before I signed my first deal, I remember hoping and praying that someone would simply give me the privilege of a “listening ear. Most times when we established artists have platforms to offer, we offer them to other established artists. This trend is diametrically opposed to the Liaison idea of becoming a bridge for those who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity.”

Liaison’s first signing is the Cincinnati, OH-based male quintet Called II Worship! The group is comprised of five, twenty-something young men (Kenny West, Isaiah Freeman, Fred James, Troy Culbreth, and Lamont Hill) who began their musical journey in 2004 and have developed a fresh sound reminiscent of the 80s gospel super group, Commissioned. The group recently released their own independent CD “Forever” and samples can be heard online at www.myspace.com/called2worship “We’re hoping to find the guys a wonderful label home,” says Traci Hobbs. “Where they can continue to grow and develop. Called II Worship has the ability to reach not only their youthful peers but also are full grown in their sensitivity to the Presence of God! “

As he marks the tenth anniversary of his first CD “Mercy”, Darwin Hobbs has now partnered with Indianapolis-based Tyscot Records to further his own musical ministry. His first Tyscot CD project “Free” will be released in Spring 2008.

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DIRECTV To Launch Gospel Music Channel On March 19


24/7 All-Gospel/Christian Music Television Network Will be Available to DIRECTV Customers Nationwide.

Atlanta - Gospel Music Channel (GMC), the nation’s first and only 24/7 all-Gospel/Christian music television network, and DIRECTV, Inc., announced today that beginning March 19, GMC will be available to DIRECTV customers nationally on channel 338.

“With the addition of DIRECTV, GMC is now available to nearly 40 million subscribers,” said Charles Humbard, founder and president, Gospel Music Channel. “We look forward to providing DIRECTV customers with this unique and uplifting entertainment and we thank DIRECTV for their support.”

“We recognize that fans of Christian/Gospel music are some of the most passionate viewers around and we’re glad to bring this channel to them,” said Toby Berlin, vice president, Programming Acquisitions, DIRECTV, Inc. “We believe that GMC’s positive and entertaining music television will deliver quality, inspirational and family-friendly programming, which will resonate with our customers.”

Gospel Music Channel www.GospelMusicChannel.com is the first and only 24/7 television network dedicated to the rich history and contemporary sounds of Gospel/Christian music and its many different genres and artists. From rock to rap, country to soul, southern to hip-hop, Gospel Music Channel crosses cultures and generations. From the soulful sounds of CeCe Winans and Aretha Franklin to the country roots of Carrie Underwood and Tim McGraw, and the contemporary stylings of Casting Crowns, Kirk Franklin and Natalie Grant and everyone in between, the Gospel Music Channel’s got it all. The network’s program schedule features artist biographies, music specials, live concerts, and hosted music videos for the entire family.

About DIRECTV, Inc.

DIRECTV, Inc., the nation’s leading satellite television service provider, presents the finest television experience available to more than 16.8 million customers in the United States and is leading the HD revolution with 92 national HD channels – more quality HD channels than any other television provider.  Each day, DIRECTV subscribers enjoy access to over 265 channels of 100% digital picture and sound, exclusive programming, industry-leading customer satisfaction (which has surpassed cable for seven years running) and superior technologies that include advanced DVR and HD-DVR services and the most state-of-the-art interactive sports packages available anywhere. For the most up-to-date information on DIRECTV, please visit directv.com.

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