Every Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. CT on Chicago's WLUW 88.7FM, host Bob Marovich brings you vintage black gospel recordings on "Gospel Memories." If you are not in Chicago, you can listen live to the program via www.wluw.org. Miss a show? Hear a snippet of the last month's worth of programs on Podomatic. Be sure to visit www.gospelmemories.com for the latest playlist and news about the upcoming show.
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Welcome to Lyrics and Melody! In each episode you will find an interview with musicians from various genres and backgrounds. Some are singers, instrumentalists, composers, or historians but no matter what it's about the lyrics and melodies. Please join Kenji Bolden weekly as he talks with musicians across the county. Kenji Bolden is a church music director, singer, songwriter, and pianist. He is currently working on his sophomore recording project, All Grown Up. Please visit https://www.face ...
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Episode 186: Gospel Memories - August 10, 2024
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This episode includes music from the Davis Sisters, Ward Singers, ARC Gospel Choir (pictured), Sammie Bryant, Harlem Gospel Travelers, and others.
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Episode 185: Gospel Memories - August 3, 2024
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This episode includes selections to honor Ella Jenkins on her 100th birthday, plus music from Brother Joe May, O'Neal Twins, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Southern Wonders, Harps of Zion, Rev. Arthur Carruthers, and others.
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Episode 184: Gospel Memories - July 20, 2024
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This episode pays tribute to the Wooten Choral Ensemble on its 75th anniversary and to the late Bishop Kervy Brown with long sets for each.
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Episode 183: Gospel Memories - July 13, 2024
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Guest Anthony Heilbut (The Gospel Sound) discusses the life and legacy of the late singer and actor Ella Mitchell, who gospel fans will know best as a member of the Gospel All Stars. Find out Ella's connection with such artists as Brother John Sellers, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Rev. James Cleveland, and Alicia Keys.…
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Billy Always is a singer, songwriter, and musician with talents beyond measure. He has been performing and recording for many years and was molded in the birthplace of Gospel music, Chicago, IL. He is the godson of the Queen of Gospel, Mahalia Jackson and was lovingly referred as Aretha Franklin's little brother. His accounts and memories are humor…
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Gospel music historian, Bob Marovich is no stranger to the gospel circuit. He has been a big supporter of the genre and can be seen at many of Chicago's gospel programs. He is invited to speak and present on his research throughout the country and is known as the "Blue-Eyed Soul Child." Bob has many articles, liner notes, and reviews to his name bu…
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Avid gospel music lover, Marcel West organized a celebration concert honoring the pioneers of gospel in Detroit. This concert was the byproduct of the documentary called, Detroit: The Gospel Journey that he produced. It is available on DVD and can be acquired through Mr. West. It is a body of work that every music lover should have in their collect…
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