Every now and then, an artist creates a special project so rich in content, so joyous in emotion, so fresh and inspired, that it becomes almost impossible to find a title that fully embraces the range and heart of the project. Such was the challenge of the gifted singer, two-time Grammy nominated songwriter, guitarist, and producer, Jonathan Butler
Born and raised in Cape Town, Jonathan Butler spent his youth under the shroud of apartheid, an official government policy of political, legal, and economic discrimination against non-whites. His escape was music. The youngest of twelve children, he began singing publicly in South African townships at the tender age of seven. Not even in his teens, Butler’s talents as a singer and guitarist were recognized and he soon found himself touring his poverty-stricken country in a traveling variety show.
Though his musical abilities would soon take him away from the world he grew up in, Jonathan would neither forget the plight of his fellow South Africans nor the man who ultimately led them to freedom. “Mandela Bay,” is a lively instrumental tribute to the legacy of Nelson Mandela. The song exudes optimism - the joy of liberation, the celebration of life. Akin to a musical sunny day, “Mandela Bay” will raise spirits and stamp a smile on faces.
Butler solidified his presence in the 1990s with a body of music that crossed color and age lines. Was he a jazz instrumentalist that sang soulfully or a passionate R&B singer that played a cool jazz guitar? “I came to the West seeking artistic freedom to express myself,” he recalled. “While my albums have always offered vocal cuts and instrumentals, for me it was never about creating music for a particular format or type of audience. That’s too narrow and restrictive. For me, it’s about surrendering to the will of the music and just letting it flow through me, whichever direction it may go.”
I love to Worship by Jonathan Butler
Monday, January 4, 2010
Israel Houghton is a two time Grammy Award winning, Christian worship leader and singer, mostly known for his cross-cultural style of Christian music that fuses elements from gospel, jazz and rock music. Houghton is usually credited as Israel & New Breed and currently signed to Integrity Music. Houghton is also a worship leader at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston
Israel & New Breed - Christmas Worship Medly.wmv
Israel Houghton - Amazing Grace / If Not For Your Grace
Israel & New Breed - Not Forgotten
To Worship You I Live (Away) - Israel & New Breed
Israel & New Breed - Alpha and Omega
Bishop Paul S. Morton- Bow Down and Worship Him with Lyrics
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Kathleen Battle - Rise Up Shepherd - Boys Chior of Harlem
Boys Choir of Harlem - Amazing Grace
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me.... I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see.
Monifah & Harlem Boys Choir - Jesus is Love
David said, "I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed" (Psalm 119:46).
The Philippine Madrigal Singers, also known as the MADZ, is one of the most awarded choirs in Asia and in the world. The group has consistently won major prizes in the most prestigious international choral competitions for decades. Because of its impressive track record and musical virtuosity, the Philippine Madrigal Singers is now regarded as one of the best choirs in the world.
The MADZ was initially organized as the University of the Philippines Madrigal Singers in 1963 by Prof. Andrea O. Veneracion, proclaimed National Artist for Music in 1999. In 2001, after almost four decades of leadership, Prof. Veneracion passed on her legacy to its present Choirmaster, Mr. Mark Anthony Carpio.
Philippine Madrigal Singers
Madz 06 singing La Rose Complete in Epinal, France
Philippine Madrigal Singers: "Prayer of St. Francis"
Lord make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.
Philippine Madrigal Singers--Jagdlied
2007 European Grand Prix for Choral Singing
The Philippine Madrigal Singers -- Crucifixus
Philippine Madrigal Singers--We beheld once again the stars
The 4th song sung by Philippine Madrigal Singers in the 2007 European Grand rix for Choral Singing
The Philippine Madrigal Singers @ Ronald UMC - Circle Of Life
Monday, November 2, 2009
Free the Scott Sisters. Please put the petition on your page and encourage all your friends to sign. We can make a difference when we work together.
The Lord Be Magnified - African Children's Choir & Ron Kenoly
Oh the Lord oh the Lord Oh the Lord be magnified Let all who seek You, rejoice and be glad in You
RON KENOLY - MAJESTY
Ron Kenoly_Use Me
Ron Kenoly_the Battle is The Lord
Ron kenoly - God is Able
Shout To The Lord (Feat Darlene Zschech, Ron Kenoly And Alvin Slaughter)
The Williams Brothers were born to Amanda and Leonard "Pop" Williams of Smithdale, Mississippi. The family was a large family of nine. The original Williams Brothers were founded by .Leonard "Pop" Williams, the current singers father, in 1960. The most recent group is comprised of Melvin Williams, 45, Doug Williams, 40, and Henry Green, 55, plus musicians in the group's back-up band. In the early years, brothers Leonard and occasionally Frank were members of The Sensational Williams Brothers. Their mother said, "They would have church in the back yard and they would have broken brooms as microphones." "They recorded their first album in 1973 with the Songbird label. They have recorded 18 top songs, which include songs, like "Jesus Will Fix It,"
I'm Just a Nobody: By The Williams Brothers
Originally known as The Little Williams Brothers, this group was organized in 1960 by Leon "Pop" Williams, the founder and father of the Williams Brothers. They recorded its first album in 1973.
The Williams Brothers "I Depend On You"
The Williams Brothers singing "How I Depend On You" at the 1992 Stellar Awards.
The Sensational Williams Brothers - Check Yourself
An early Williams Brother's tune that's so funky, it's hard to believe that it's a gospel song. While Frank Williams is on this 1974 recording, it's another brother handling lead duties.
If there were no God there would be no music There would be no dream to be dreaming of What a dreadful thought of an empty future If there were no God there would be no love