It is highly likely that in his sleep, Michael Bethany is singing “I keep so busy working for my Jesus” these days. In the first part of 2013, we have witnessed him making waves at the Stellars, co writing Here In Our Praise, the lead single from the chart topping Fred Hammond and United Tenors project and leading worship on TBN. Adding to his “carry the gospel everywhere” list, Bethany travels to London England for the Mighty Men of Valor Men of Worship Concert during the latter part of April.
Fred Hammond’s 13th CD, “United Tenors” featuring himself, Dave Hollister, Eric Roberson, Brian Courtney Wilson, debut at #1 on the Billboard Gospel Charts. This CD marks Fred Hammond’s 7th album to debut at #1 on the charts. The United Tenors have wrapped up a successful promotional tour with stops in major cities such as Atlanta, Richmond, and Washington, DC. The leading single, “Here In Our Praise” has become the most added Gospel song to radio. When asked about how he assembled the group, Fred states, “I wanted to work with men who would work well together and complement each other. Personally, I have to put Fred Hammond’s solo career and solo personae on hold for the sake of making this group successful. This is a bigger cause, so I have to step back now and sing background…and I’m happy to do it. And these guys feel the same way…they play their parts. There are no egos.” The United Tenors album is available in stores and all digital media outlets.
TV One will air Verizon’s How Sweet The Sound Road to Gospel Greatness: The Finale hosted by Light Records’ Michelle Williams on Sunday, March 31, at 10 PM/ET. The one-hour television special will feature performances by each of the regional finalists as well as the announcement of the grand prize winner. The choirs were judged based on their winning performances at the regional shows by a distinguished panel of judges in the gospel music community that included CeCe Winans, Erica Campbell of Mary Mary, Fred Hammond, Hezekiah Walker and James Robinson from Light Records.
If you’ve seen Fred Hammond in concert over the past 5 years or so, you are more than likely familiar with Michael Bethany. The St. Louis native has been in the Hammond camp since 2005, first appearing on the Free to Worship CD. Bethany added a producer credit to his resume and co-wrote They That Wait on Hammond’s 2009 Love Unstoppable CD. But the major impression was made by his acapella, soul-stirring, heartfelt rendition of I Need You Right Away. Michael’s heart for worship has been cultivated since his youth and is evident in his powerful God invoking delivery. Let’s say it like this, when Michael Bethany sings, God comes near.
Bethany is set to come into his own as he is now putting the finishing touches on his first solo project scheduled for release in the summer of 2013. We know and can say without equivocation that Michael Bethany is definitely one of 2013′s big things. While you wait, enjoy this clip
Fred Hammond’s partners in crime David Hollister and Eric Roberson went to social media tonight to unveil the United Tenors CD cover. Here In Our Praise is making waves at radio and the CD drops March 26
Congratulations to the following artist and songwriters who won GRAMMY Awards in the Gospel category at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. These awards were given during the Grammy Pre-Show on Grammy.com
Best Gospel/ Contemporary Music Performance: 10, 000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)- Matt Redman
Best Gospel Song- “Go Get It”- Erica Cambpell, Tina Campbell, Warryn Campbell (Mary Mary)
Best Contemporary Christian Music Song- 10, 000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)- Matt Redman and Jonas Myrin & Your Presence Is Heaven- Israel Houghton and Micah Massey
Best Gospel Album- Gravity- Lecrae
Best Contemporary Christian Music Album- Eye On It- Toby Mac
Throughout the month of January, Fred Hammond kept us glued to his social cam posts as he gave regular updates on the happenings of his new group. Well, the wait is finally over as February delivers an official single from the much anticipated pairing of Fred Hammond, David Hollister, Brian Courtney Wilson and Eric Roberson known collectively as United Tenors (UT) released today.
Tonight’s the night! The 44th NAACP Image Awards airs on NBC network with Steve Harvey handling hosting duties. Tamela Mann and Mary Mary dominate the recording categories with Mann being nominated for both the Outstanding Female and Outstanding Gospel Album categories and Mary Mary being nominated in the Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration and Outstanding Gospel Album categories. Rounding out the Outstanding Gospel Album category is Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and Leandria Johnson. Check your local listings for the time and station in your area.
2013 begins a great year for Canton Jones as he is ordained and appointed to the office of Student Pastor for Fayetteville Georgia’s New Hope Church on Sunday, January 13th. A family man, husband and father of three, Jones ministry encompasses youth outreach and discipleship. (more…)
Fred Hammond took to Twitter this morning to share news of the imminent release of a radio single from his United Tenors group. United Tenors pairs Hammond with Brian Courtney Wilson, Eric Roberson and Dave Hollister. United Tenors is one of the most anticipated releases of 2013 and Hammond sums up the collaboration simply as this: “We are not here to change the game or outshine anyone, we are some brothers coming together in UNITY (Psalm 133:1) to praise, worship and glorify our Lord.
in his sleep, Michael Bethany is singing “I keep so busy working for my Jesus” these days. In the first part of 2013, we have witnessed him making waves at the Stellars, co writing Here In Our Praise, the lead single from the chart topping Fred Hammond and United Tenors project and leading worship on TBN. Adding to his “carry the gospel everywhere” list, Bethany travels to London England for the Mighty Men of Valor Men of Worship Concert during the latter part of April.
