The upbeat jam is the perfect summer song that features Campbell’s signature vocals backed by a throwback beat. The hand-clapping high-energy track provides a message of encouragement that gives all of us a much-needed boost. The song has already become one of the most added songs on gospel radio. Radio has responded in a big way, Elroy Smith of Radio One said, “When we debuted this song on PRAISE 103.9 in May and the listeners constantly begged us to play it again, again and again. If you want to feel good and uplifted, this is the song!”

“A Little More Jesus,” is off of Campbell’s upcoming solo CD and was produced by Warryn Campbell, and co-written by Erica and Tina Campbell. The project will be released by My Block Inc. and distributed by eOne Music.

“The Erica Campbell project is long over due,” said Warryn Campbell, executive producer and CEO of My Block Inc. “She has shined so brightly with Mary Mary over the last 10 years and now we get to hear her in a way that she has never been heard before … be prepared to take the amazing journey with her, I promise you’ll enjoy the ride.”

Erica will hit the road this summer to perform at high-profile conferences including appearances at Gospel Music Fest with The Belle (Richmond, VA) on June 23rd and Full Gospel Conference on July 3rd. Erica will have multiple appearances at the Essence Music Festival including July 5th at the Verizon Wireless Booth as well as the McDonald’s 365Awards on July 6th. She will also perform at New York’s Central Park Summerstage August 3rd & 4th. For specific dates and additional details check out www.myblockrecords.com.

Erica is currently in production on the third season of her and Tina’s self-titled WEtv series “Mary Mary.” CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO “A LITTLE MORE JESUS”.

“Say So,” is being released to popular demand after Norful’s standout television performance with 9-year old son Ashton. Smokie & Ashton also perform the high energy song on this summer’s McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour. “Say So,” is off of Norful’s forthcoming studio album IN THE MEANTIME to be released later this year on Tre’ Myles/Motown Gospel.

As part of the rollout Gospelpundit.com will post snippets of Smokie’s new video blog Hangin’ with Smokie Norful, where Norful shares behind the scenes footage and exclusive interviews. Full videos will be available on the Official Smokie Norful Facebook page and supporters will have their own opportunity to “Say So” by sharing their own personal stories about why they are a believer.

Smokie brings Ashton along with him when he hits the road this month where he headlines The McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour. The line up also includes Vickie Winans, Tamela Mann, Lecrae and John P. Kee. McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour kicked off May 9 and runs through August 30.

Tour dates and locations include:
June 6 – Birmingham, Bill Harris Arena
June 7 – Atlanta, Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church
June 21 – Detroit, Second Ebenezer Baptist Church
June 22 – Chicago, Chicago Gospel Music Festival
July 3 – Louisville, Full Gospel Baptist Conference
August 30 – Dallas, MegaFest

Consumers can visit 365Black.com to learn more about the tour and ticket information.
Norful is the Sr. Pastor of Victory Cathedral Worship Center in Bolingbrook IL. He continues to innovate and expand their community outreach programs including “Give Yourself Away,” which encourages volunteerism and philanthropy within and outside of the congregation.

Beginning with a new album to be recorded “live” on September 9, 2013 by four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Clark Sheard, the label’s future recordings will be distributed by eOne Music, based out of Nashville, TN.

Karew’s roster includes multiple award-winning recording artists Karen Clark Sheard, Kierra Sheard, The Clark Sisters, and Jonathan Nelson. Sheard’s forthcoming album will be recorded in Chicago, IL and produced by the multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Donald Lawrence.

Label General Manager Darrell Thompson stated, “On behalf of the Sheard Family, we are looking forward to working with the team at eOne to take the Karew brand to even higher levels of success as we have full access to a marketing and promotions staff that has a track record of delivering hits. The family has a relationship with the company’s television arm, so it was a natural fit to extend the relationship into the area of music.” Assistant General Manager Cynthia Ellis said “After learning that eOne had recently entered into relationships with Warryn Campbell and Donald Lawrence, the decision was easy for management to choose this venerable company.”

“We are excited to extend the eOne relationship with the Sheard family beyond television into music as well through this new partnership with Karew Records,” said Phil Thornton, Vice President of Marketing and New Business Development at eOne Music, Nashville. “Not only do the Sheards continue to have a great impact in furthering ministry and gospel music, but in their family, in faith and in business, they truly serve as a constant inspiration. It’s a blessing for eOne to embark on this partnership with Karew Records, and mark another thrilling venture working with one of gospel’s most beloved families, to continue supporting and discovering some of the nation’s best gospel music.”

Bishop and Clark Sheard, along with their daughter, Kierra, and son, J. Drew II, are the subjects of the hit docu-drama series, The Sheards, which premiered on BET in April and airs Sundays at 8 p.m., ET.

Karew Records will continue to distribute Jonathan Nelson’s latest project, Finish Strong, via Motown Gospel (formerly EMI Gospel). Finish Strong was released on April 23 and entered at #1 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart. Additionally, the next music offerings by Kierra Sheard and the Clark Sisters will also be handled by Motown Gospel.

In addition to Nelson’s #1 Karew debut album, Finish Strong, the family owned label celebrated a string of successes since its 2009 inception. The multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning Clark Sisters released the first recording on Karew Records (2009) with The Clark Sisters’ Family Christmas. Clark Sheard’s Karew debut release followed with All in One (2010) and debuted at #3 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart. Clark Sheard also received the Stellar Gospel Music Award for Female Vocalist of the Year for All In One along with a GRAMMY® nomination for Best Traditional Gospel Album, and GMA Dove and BET nominations. The label has also released daughter Kierra’s, Free album (2011) to rave reviews and a #1 debut on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums charts. She also was named the winner of the 2013 Stellar Award’s Albertina Walker Female Vocalist of the Year and received numerous other honors and nominations for the Free project.

A follow-up release is set to feature a compilation of gospel hits from the ladies of the gospel music industry including music from Mary Mary, Alexis Spight, R&B singer Ledisi, and others. The album, Ultimate Gospel Volume 7: The Contemporary Ladies of Gospel hits stores in July. Ultimate Gospel Volume 6: Sunday Morning is available now in stores and online.

Ultimate Gospel Volume 6: Sunday Morning Track Listing

1. Trin-i-tee 5:7 – Get Away

2. Amber Bullock – Lord You’ve Been So Good

3. Trin-i-tee 5:7 – Let It Go

4. Micah Stampley – Ransomed

5. Joshua Rogers – God In Me

6. Amber Bullock – Done For Me

7. Le’Andria Johnson – Make Him Like You

8. Micah Stampley – Marvelous

9. Brian Courtney Wilson – One Day At A Time

10. Le’Andria Johnson Cast – The First Stone

11. Juanita Bynum – Soul Cry (Oh, Oh, Oh) [Recitation] {Speak To Me Remix}

12. Amber Bullock – Yes

13. Micah Stampley – Close To You

14. Trin-i-tee 5:7 – Love

15. Brian Courtney Wilson – You Are My King

Check out the official video for one of his new joints, “Doubting Tom”. I hear the growth, love the track and I am excited to hear more!

 BIO: 21 year-old Atlanta rapper MPH is not your everyday artist. He began writing and producing music at eight years old and is always setting new trends in hip-hop. With a long history of successful independent albums, and performances alongside grammy heavy-hitters Patti LaBelle, John Legend, and others, MPH sets out to release his most authentic and creative work yet. Before you skip over the gift and fresh air MPH provides, check out his music and brace yourself for HITS.

Fans, lovers and supporters around the globe have been asking the questions and Zie’l has responded with an answer. Zie’l has hit the Gospel industry with electric intensity announcing the release of “Redeemed.” The trio has been applauded since they stepped onto the scene for their individual, yet flavorful mixes that fuse together for a precise sound that saves the lost and heals the broken. “Redeemed” is lifted from their forthcoming yet-to-be titled EP, slated to be released late summer 2013, courtesy of their own label Bella Dawn Music. The single is currently being distributed to Gospel radio.

The Pace Family comprising of 9 real life sisters, 7 of which are in the group, The Pace Sisters: Latrice, DeJuaii, Melonda, June, Leslie, Duranice, and Lydia. The Pace Sisters released four albums and are considered one of gospel’s stand-out female groups.

On the outside, the group seemingly has it all yet on the inside, the Pace family has struggled with a lifelong battle with weight. The family of a total of 10 siblings have been all challenged with weight loss and at age 54, their only brother, Murphy Pace passed away.

This year they made the decision to get their lives together and reclaim their health. Part of that commitment included seven of nine sisters agreeing to sit down with spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant. In a unexpected twist, Melonda, had a minor stroke (which she has 100% recovered from) before she even had the chance to speak with Iyanla. Iyanla works to help the sisters uncover and confront what has been “mentally and physically” weighing them down. The show taps into why obesity and weight issues seem to be a generational curse for this family.

When asked why they chose to make this change now Lydia explained “Prayer…and getting to the reason behind my actions and no longer masking the real reason.” While Latrice said “self-awareness and an awareness that I hadn’t tapped into the abundant life that has been made available to me.”

In the process of taping the show, the sisters collectively committed to lose weight, adopt a healthier lifestyle and also decided to re-ignite their music career. As part of this “new season” for the group, they recorded a new single, “Just Believe” produced by Teddy Riley. The project is being executive produced by The Pace Sisters and music business executive, Vivian Scott Chew, via their new partnership.

For more information about “Iyanla: Fix My Life,” please visit Oprah.com/IyanlaFixMyLife. For a sneak peek which airs May 18th CLICK HERE! 
Long after taping Iyanla’s show, The Pace Sisters’ journey continues as they work to maintain their weight-loss efforts. Latrice and personal trainer Lorenzo Everhard, started the “Weight Release Challenge” which encourages a healthy, safe weight loss process. To sign up/for more information visit their Facebook Page or www.traineverhard.com.

“Just Believe” is available on iTunes and Amazon.com today. A new album is expected later this year.

For more on MPH Check out his music video for My Block and check out his last project “Critical Condition”, that joint is still a banger.  I can’t wait for the new project’s release!

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