FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
AWARD-WINNING GOSPEL SINGER DONNIE MCCLURKIN
PRESENTS GOSPEL POWER HOUSE NANCEY JACKSON JOHNSON
First Release on Camdon Music Features All-Star Producer Line-up to support gospel singer Nancey Jackson Johnson
Los Angeles, CA (May, 30, 2013) - New Jersey based gospel singer Nancey Jackson Johnson is a vocal powerhouse, a singer’s singer, that is best known for her four octave range. She is no stranger to the stage having sung background for, and alongside, mega gospel legends such as: Walter Hawkins, Donnie McClurkin, Kim Burrell, BeBe Winans, Albertina Walker and others. Johnson’s gritty, mid-tempo new single, “I’m Free” was recently serviced to gospel radio stations throughout the U.S. with a plan to roll out first CD in ten years on Donnie McClurkin’s indy label Camdon Music, sometime this summer.
“Nancy Jackson-Johnson is a fresh wind to the gospel music industry. Her return to radio is being embraced by the gospel music community. More great music awaits the masses from recording artist Nancy Jackson,” says Tracey Artist/CEO of “I Hear Music, Inc” in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Teaming up with the industry’s top producers is nothing new for Nancey. Her last release entitled Relationships in 1999 featured Michael J. Powell, J. Moss, Fred Hammond to name a few. Now, 13 years later she’s back with music producers: Kevin, Bond, Asaph Ward, Clay Bogan and PAJAM, all bringing their A-Game to the table.
“I’ve been set free from low self-esteem, from rejection, from people and their opinions of me. So I’m not ashamed to give God everything. “I’m Free” express who I am, explains Jackson-Johnson. Other highlights from forth-coming summer release: “You Are Most High”, “What a Privilege,” “Call On he Name of Jesus.”
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LOS ANGELES — April 1, 2013 — BET Networks will take the spirit to new heights on Sunday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m.* with the premiere of CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL . Taped at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles and hosted by comedian Steve Harvey, CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL is filled with uplifting performances, powerful duets and soulful choirs.
Led by the world-renowned musical director Ray Chew and his 24-piece orchestra, CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL features breathtaking performances and spoken word segments by both mainstream and gospel greats including singer and actor Tyrese Gibson and SUNDAY BEST title holder and Grammy® winner Le’Andria Johnson performing a gospel rendition of the Donny Hathaway ballad “A Song for You”; Tamar Braxton singing the Walter Hawkins penned classic “Be Grateful,” and Grammy®-winner Anita Baker making a surprise appearance and joining Donnie McClurkin to perform her 1987 hit “Ain’t No Need to Worry” originally performed with The Winans.
Additional highlights from the spiritual celebration include Grammy®-award winner Smokie Norful performing his new song, “Say So” with help from his nine-year-old son Ashton Norful; Kurt Carr and the Kurt Carr Singers led a powerful tribute to the Rev. James Cleveland performing “Lord Help Me to Hold Out”; followed by the original James Cleveland singers performing “Lord Do It” and “No Ways Tired”; SUNDAY BEST winner Joshua Rogers belted out “Peace Be Still”; Donnie McClurkin left audience members speechless singing “God Is”; Rance Allen sang “That Will Be Good Enough For Me,” and Dr. Bobby Jones joined in on the tribute finale “Can’t Nobody Do Me Like Jesus.” In addition to musical performances, Oscar® Nominated actress Viola Davis delivered a beautiful spoken word selection.
Rounding out the Gospel music fest are awe-inspiring performances by Pastor Shirley Caesar, Yolanda Adams, Tye Tribbett, Tamela Mann, Karen Clark Sheard and Kierra Sheard, Dorinda Clark Cole, Israel Houghton with Jason Nelson, Jonathan Butler & New Breed, Anthony Brown & Group Therapy and Charles Jenkins and Fellowship Chicago featuring Jessica Reedy, Isaac Carree, Da T.R.U.T.H. and Canton Jones.
BET’s CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL is produced by BET Networks: Stephen Hill (President of Music Programming & Specials), Lynne Harris Taylor (Vice President, Specials and Music Production) and Geovani Brewer.
BET’s Annual Praise-Fest Tapes on Saturday, March 16, 2013 in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES —February 25, 2013 — “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL,” BET Network’s exciting two-hour music fest designed to pay tribute to the rich history of gospel music, returns for its 13th season. Film, TV and radio superstar Steve Harvey also returns as the affable host alongside celebrated musical director, Ray Chew.
GRAMMY® winners Israel Houghton & New Breed, Dorinda Clark Cole, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Karen Clark Sheard, and Yolanda Adams are just a few of the many award-winning performers scheduled to appear and guaranteed to supercharge the celebration.
Other chart-topping artists ready to raise the praise are R&B vocalist Tamar Braxton, gospel super stars Kierra “Kiki” Sheard, Isaac Carree, Canton Jones, Da T.R.U.T.H., Charles Jenkins & Fellowship Choir, “SUNDAY BEST” finalist Jessica Reedy and “SUNDAY BEST” winners Joshua Rogers and Le’Andria Johnson.
In addition, multi-award-winning artists Dr. Bobby Jones, Kurt Carr, Donnie McClurkin and Rance Allen will lead the way in a high-energy, all-star tribute to the undisputed “King of Gospel Music,” Reverend James Cleveland. Each gospel great scheduled to appear was inspired not only by Reverend Cleveland’s music, but also by his charity, vision and ability to mesmerize audiences with his riveting live performances.
"CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” tapes at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 16, 2013 and airs on BET on Sunday, April 7, 2013. Tickets to attend the taping are free to the public on a first-come, first-served basis by submitting a request via email to cogrsvp@bet.net. Media outlets interested in obtaining media credentials should contact mediacredentials@bet.net for further details.
“CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” is a BET Networks production. Stephen Hill, BET’s President of Music Programming & Specials along with Lynne Harris Taylor, BET’s Vice President of Specials & Music Production, and Geovanni Brewer are Executive Producers.
For more information on “CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL” visit www.bet.com/celebrationofgospel. Viewers can also find updates on Facebook by liking the fan pages at http://www.facebook.com/BETGospel or following @BET_PR on Twitter. For up-to-the-minute and archival press information including releases and photographs, visit BET’s press web site at www.betpressroom.com.
GOSPEL AWARDS LUNCHEON RETURNS TO TAGLYAN CULTURAL COMPLEX FRIDAY,FEBRUARY 22 DURING OSCAR WEEK
Hollywood, CA – The 2nd Annual Gospel Goes to Hollywood Awards Luncheon (GGTH) will be hosted by Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson and Grammy Winner Donnie McClurkin.
This event was hailed as a resounding success last year in Hollywood and this year will be no exception. The event, is to raise awareness and funds in support of the fight against domestic violence, will be held Friday, February 22, 2013 at the historical Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, CA.
Festivities will began with a high-powered-red-carpet and pre-reception on the lavishly landscaped courtyard of Taglyan. Guests will enjoy delectable pass trays and mimosa before entering the venue adorned by beautiful floral designs by Tic-Tock Couture Floral.
Hundreds of guests, celebrities, industry legends and some of today's hottest artist will be in attendance as Hollywood Actors/Actresses, TV/FILM Directors and Producers all gather to "Celebrate The Faith" during Oscar Week.
Sony Exec. DeVon Franklin will be one of the 2013 Honorees and others to be named in the coming weeks!
Recording artist J. Kingdom will kick off the show followed by Christian Singer Ami Rushes and the Grammy Award Winning duo MARY MARY.
SUNDAY BEST Returns in Search of the Next Great Gospel Superstar
Season Six Auditions in Philadelphia, Atlanta, Chicago and Houston
Music legends Kirk Franklin, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams and CeCe Winans return to the award winning singing competition
New York — February x, 2013 — BET Network’s award-winning singing competition SUNDAY BEST returns for a sixth season of awe-inspiring gospel performances, kicking off with the much-anticipated audition process in Philadelphia, PA. Additional audition cities include Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL and Houston, TX. The well-established gospel show welcomes back Grammy Award®-winning music legend Kirk Franklin as the host plus boasts the return of Pastor Donnie McClurkin as well as gospel greats Yolanda Adams and CeCe Winans as judges for the auditions and stage show.
SUNDAY BEST Season Six search for the nation’s most faithful voices will deliver the most competitive season yet. Auditions will be open to contestants age 18 and older who have government issued forms of identification. Doors to each audition will open at 7:00 a.m. and will close at 12:00 p.m.
2013 SUNDAY BEST SEASON SIX AUDITIONS:
Philadelphia, PA
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Sharon Baptist Church
3955 Conshohocken Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
Atlanta, GA
Saturday, February 23, 2013
The Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church
4650 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034
Chicago, IL
Saturday, March 9, 2013
New Faith Baptist Church
25 South Central Avenue, Matteson, IL 60443
GET READY FOR THE 14TH ANNUAL SUPERBOWL GOSPEL CELEBRATION
Tonight The Big Easy is in for a big night of praise. Applause will go up with a loud voice and standing ovation at the Lakeland Arena at University of New Orleans.
Super Bowl Gospel Celebration kicks off at 7:30pm. There is only one National Football League Sanctioned Gospel Concert! The line-up includes: Donnie McClurkin, Marvin Winans, Paul Morton, Fantasia, & LeCrae. Quarter Backs: Kirk Franklin and Sherri Shepherd will serve as hosts for for the evening. McClurkin unites once again with the NFL Players Choir that directed by gospel artist, Myron Butler. All the performances are under the direction of Percy Bady. Tickets available at ticketmaster!
If you’re not in New Orleans for Super Bowl Weekend, check your local listings in weeks ahead because the concert is set to air on CBS Television.
MATRIARCH OF GOSPEL MUSIC'S BELOVED MCCLURKIN FAMILY
MAKES HER TRANSITION
Frances McClurkin, the mother of gospel singer, Donnie McClurkin & GRAMMY nominated siblings, passed away on Friday, January 18 at 11pm/EST from complications of a massive coronary heart attack which was suffered on Sunday, January 13 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Bethpage, NY.
Frances leaves behind seven children: Marlene, Donnie, Cheryl ,Andrea ,Tony, Tanya, Rafael, and a host of grandchildren and great grand children. Preceding Frances in her journey are children Olivia and Thomas. The McClurkin Family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and words of support during this challenging time.
Greater Allan A.M.E. Cathedral of New York
110-31 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11433
Reverend Floyd Flake, Sr. Pastor
Friday, January 25th
Doors Open: 6:30pm
Service Time: 7:00pm
*THE SERVICE WILL STREAM LIVE VIA INTERNET. CHECK WEBSITE FOR DETAILS WWW.PERFECTINGFAITH.ORG
MATRIARCH OF GOSPEL MUSIC'S BELOVED MCCLURKIN FAMILY MAKES HER TRANSITION
Frances McClurkin, the mother of gospel singer, Donnie McClurkin & GRAMMY nominated siblings, passed away on Friday,January 18 at 11pm/EST from complications of a massive coronary heart attack which was suffered on Sunday, January 13 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Bethpage,NY.
Fances leaves behind seven children: Marlene, Donnie, Cheryl ,Andrea ,Tony,Tanya, Rafael, and a host of grandchildren and great grand children. Preceding Frances in her journey are children Olivia and Thomas.
The McClurkin Family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and words of support during this challenging time. Details for Homegoing Service to follow.
DONNIE MCCLURKIN SET TO PERFORM ON 28TH ANNUAL STELLAR AWARDS LIVE FROM GRAND OLE OPRY HOUSE
Gospel Music’s biggest night is happening Saturday, January 19 at Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN. Multiple award-winning gospel artist, Donnie McClurkin,will be part of the star-studded line-up including, Marvin Winans, Israel & New Breed, Maurette Brown Clark, Y’Anna Crawley, Jason Nelson ,Tye Tribbett and others.
This year the show will be hosted by Kirk Franklin and Mary Mary. Tune in or set your DVR’s to GMC TV at 7pm EST and get ready for a night of non-stop praise!
Donnie McClurkin Hosts Special Gospel Music Praise the Lord Program at TBN's Trinity Music City in Nashville
Nashville's Trinity Music City will be the site January 17 of an extra special live taping of Trinity Broadcasting Network's signature music and talk show Praise the Lord with Grammy Award-winning host Donnie McClurkin. Both host and guests are in town for the 28th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, January 19 at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House, so inspiring and entertaining gospel music will be the main course at this special edition of TBN's Praise the Lord program.
Donnie McClurkin, a popular pastor and speaker in the New York City metro, has been a leading force in gospel music for the past sixteen years. In a career that spans singing, worship leading, song writing, and producing, not only has he garnered three Grammys, but has also won an amazing ten Stellar awards, two BET awards, two Soul Train awards, one Dove award, and a special NAACP Image award for his work in gospel, inspirational, and worship music.
Joining Donnie for this special night of TBN Praise will be a stage-full of popular and award-winning gospel singers, songwriters, and groups including, Grammy Award winning worship leader Israel Houghton, gospel jazz stylist Kim Burrell, Grammy and Dove Award winner Tramaine Hawkins, Anthony Brown and Group Therapy, Rance Allen, Tasha Cobbs, Charles Jenkins, Anita Wilson, Smokie Norful, and Kurt Carr.
Gospel music has played such an integral role in the ministry of Trinity Broadcasting Network over the past 40 years, said TBN Vice President Matt Crouch. We are honored to have this lineup of gospel music greats and popular artists at Trinity Music City. This is going to be a special night of praise and worship.
Admission to the January 17 live taping of TBN's Praise the Lord at Nashville's Trinity Music City is free to the public, with 1,500 seats available. Doors open at 6 p.m. (Central Time) and the program begins at 7 p.m.
For more information and directions visit http://www.trinitymusiccity.com.
Donnie McClurkin and CeCe Winans to Host 14th Annual BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon
Nashville, TN -- The 14th Annual BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon
is set to take place on Friday, January 18th, 2013 at the Rocketown in downtown, Nashville, TN. The first class, awe-inspiring worship service will honor some of the
top legends of Gospel music. The invitation-only event attracts gospel music’s premier songwriters, brightest stars and leading executives.
Set to be honored are Edwin Hawkins, the indelible force behind the evolution of contemporary Gospel, Lady Tramaine Hawkins, a Grammy Award-winning gospel artist, and Kurt Carr, a wordsmith whose songs are essential to Sunday morning church. He three will also be honored with performances by an assembly of anointed musicians (who are to be announced). Gospel luminaries CeCe Winans and Donnie McClurkin will host the prestigious event.
GRAB A CUP OF TEA AND JOIN DONNIE MCCLURKIN ON
GOOD DAY L.A.
Los Angeles, CA –(Sept. 18, 2012) The event gospel music fans have been talking about for months is finally in full swing. The King’s Men Tour kicked on over the weekend in Phoenix and makes its way to Los Angeles on Thursday, September 20 at the Gibson Amphitheater.
Grammy-winning and multi-platinum selling gospel singers, Donnie McClurkin and Kirk Franklin will appear on Good Day L.A. Wednesday, September 19 at 9am/pdt on Fox Ch.11. to talk about the historical Live Nation tour working its way across the country. Also joining McClurkin and Franklin on the road is Marvin Sapp and Israel Houghton.
Don’t forget to tune in to the popular syndicated radio program, The Donnie McClurkin Show
in your area. www.donnieradio.com
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BET’S "SUNDAY BEST" PRESENTS THE KING’S MEN TOUR –
KIRK FRANKLIN, MARVIN SAPP,
DONNIE MCCLURKIN AND ISRAEL HOUGHTON
LOS ANGELES, CA Four of the most successful performers in gospel music history,produced by Live Nation Entertainment, tickets for The King’s Men concert tour are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com and LiveNation.com."In the Gospel world, this is like Springsteen, McCartney, Prince and Elton hitting the road together," said Kevin Morrow, Senior Vice President of Touring at Live Nation. "It’s going to be a once in a lifetime event for music fans."
Between these four gospel music giants, The King’s Men have taken home over a hundred GRAMMY®, Dove, Stellar, BET, Soul Train, NAACP and American Music Awards. They have appeared on countless mainstream television shows and moved millions of fans at their sold-out live concerts nationally and internationally. Now, for the first time ever, The King’s Men bring all of their incredible and inspirational talents together under the same roof for gospel, R&B and pop music fans across the country.
Kirk Franklin commented: "The opportunity to partner with Live Nation is a GREAT honor and responsibility. The genre of gospel music having this kind of massive marketing support is monumental, and the talent on this tour makes it a must-see event! I'm very proud of this
relationship and I expect it to be a new groundbreaking platform for inspirational entertainment."
Kirk Franklin, Marvin Sapp, Donnie McClurkin and Israel Houghton, will share the same stage when they embark on BET’s "Sunday Best" Presents The King’s Men concert tour. The historic U.S. tour will hit major venues in 16 U.S. cities beginning on Sunday, September 16th at Comerica Theatre in Phoenix, AZ, and culminating in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center on Sunday, October 14th
STUDDED TRIBUTE TO LIONEL RICHIE AT THE APOLLO THEATER
Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Mary Mary, Danny Glover, Tuskeegee Choir,
Valerie Simpson, and Eddie Levert to Perform at Apollo Spring Gala- Sinbad
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Los Angeles, CA (June 2012) -- The celebrities will turn out in full-force on Monday, June 4 to attend The Apollo Theater, one of the nation’s greatest cultural treasures, seventh annual Spring Gala Benefit Concert.
This year gospel great, Donnie McClurkin, will join the celebrity line-up to pay tribute to award-winning singer and songwriter, Lionel Richie. McClurkin has been invited to perform one of Richie’s many chart-toppers, “Jesus is Love.” In addition to Richie being honored, the late Etta James will also be inducted into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame.
Lionel Richie and Etta James join past Apollo Legends Hall of Fame inductees—all legendary musicians, artists, and entertainers whose paths to fame included the Apollo—Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Quincy Jones, Patti LaBelle, Smokey Robinson, James Brown, Gladys Knight and the Pips, Little Richard, and Ella Fitzgerald. Each Apollo Legends Hall of Fame inductee is honored with a plaque in the Apollo Walk of Fame, installed under the Theater’s iconic marquee on 125th Street.
Tickets for the 2012 Spring Gala and after-party are now on sale. To purchase benefit tickets to the event or to make a donation to the Apollo Theater, call 212-531-5347. To purchase show-only tickets, visit www.apollotheater.org.
Stay connected: Twitter@DonnieMcClurkin, Face Book and www.donnieradio.com
For more information contact: Erma Byrd at (323)965-5551 or erma@ebyrdcom.com
LIVE NATION PARTNERS WITH KIRK FRANKLIN FOR FIRST MAJOR U.S. GOSPEL TOUR FEATURING “THE KING’S MEN” – KIRK FRANKLIN, MARVIN SAPP, DONNIE MCCLURKIN AND ISRAEL HOUGHTON
Historic Gospel Tour to Hit Major Venues this Fall
LOS ANGELES, CA (May 3, 2012) Four of the most successful performers in gospel music history, Kirk Franklin, Marvin Sapp, Donnie McClurkin and Israel Houghton, announce today that they will share the same stage for the very first time when they embark on The King’s Men concert tour this fall. The historic U.S. tour will hit major venues in 15 U.S. cities beginning on Sunday, September 16th at Comerica Theatre in Phoenix, AZ, and culminating in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center on Sunday, October 14th.
Produced by Live Nation Entertainment, tickets for The King’s Men concert tour will go on sale beginning on Friday, May 11th at Ticketmaster.com and LiveNation.com. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning on Tuesday, May 8th at 10:00 AM ET through Citi's Private Pass Program. For complete presale details visit www.citiprivatepass.com.
“In the Gospel world, this is like Springsteen, McCartney, Prince and Elton hitting the road together,” said Kevin Morrow, Senior Vice President of Touring at Live Nation. “It’s going to be a once in a lifetime event for music fans.”
Between these four gospel music giants, The King’s Men have taken home over a hundred GRAMMY®, Dove, Stellar, BET, Soul Train, NAACP and American Music Awards. They have appeared on countless mainstream television shows and moved millions of fans at their sold-out live concerts nationally and internationally. Now, for the first time ever, The King’s Men bring all of their incredible and inspirational talents together under the same roof for gospel, R&B and pop music fans across the country.
Exclusive artist meet & greet and VIP ticket packages are available. Please visit http://vipnation.com for details.
THE KING’S MEN TOUR
DATE CITY VENUE ON SALE DATE
Sun, Sep 16 Phoenix, AZ Comerica Theatre Fri, May 11
Wed, Sep 19 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheatre Fri, May 11
Sat, Sep 22 Concord, CA Sleep Train Amphitheatre Fri, May 11
Tue, Sep 25 Dallas, TX Verizon Theatre At Grand Prairie Sat, May 12
Wed, Sep 26 Houston, TX Reliant Arena Sat, May 12
Fri, Sep 28 Atlanta, GA Chastain Amphitheatre Fri, May 11
Sun, Sep 30 Miami, FL AmericanAirlines Arena Fri, May 11
Tue, Oct 02 Tampa, FL USF Sun Dome Fri, June 1
Thu, Oct 04 Norfolk, VA Constant Convocation Center Fri, June 8
Sat, Oct 06 Washington DC Verizon Center Fri, May 11
Sun, Oct 07 Philadelphia, PA Liacouras Center Fri, May 18
Tue, Oct 09 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center Fri, May 11
Wed, Oct 10 Chicago, IL United Center Mon, June 18
Fri, Oct 12 Detroit, MI Fox Theatre Sat, May 19
Sun, Oct 14 Brooklyn, NY Barclays Center Sat, May 12
THE GOOD NEWS WITH BUSY SPRING SCHEDULE
Plans Under Way for McClurkin to Lend His Voice to New Inspirational Animated Series
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Los Angeles, CA (April 2012) – Ministry and music never stops for award-winning gospel singer Donnie McClurkin. After years of traveling the globe, keeping pace with his schedule still proves to be a challenge. McClurkin kicks off the month of April at the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH. He’s set to perform on April 10 at the Rock My Soul event honoring gospel great and long-time friend Kirk Franklin.
Fans will soon be able to experience a new journey with McClurkin when he makes his voice-over debut as Coach Jacobi Mars in inspirational animated series, Starry Cross Academy, currently in the pre-production stage. Also on board to lend their voice to the series is actress, Jasmine Guy. While in Atlanta for Starry Cross recording, McClurkin will join the star-studded line-up for the 43rd Annual GMA Dove Awards at the Fox Theater on Thursday, April 19th. The show will be taped for television and aired nationally on GMC TV on Tuesday, April 24 at 8pm and 10pm/EDT.
The 11th Annual I Hear Music in the Air Conference (May 18-20) will honor McClurkin at their black tie Legend’s Ball set to commence the three day event on May 20 and will feature today’s biggest names in gospel music..
Popular syndicated radio program, The Donnie McClurkin Show, turns six this year and currently airs in over 60 markets continuing to expand across the country and Jamaica. To check out show in your area log onto www.donnieradio.com, www.donniemcclurkin.com or follow him on Twitter.com/donnieradio .
GOSPEL SINGER DONNIE MCCLURKIN MAKES SPECIAL APPEARANCE AT AWARDS LUNCHEON IN HOLLYWOOD
Los Angeles, CA - Three-time Grammy winner Donnie McClurkin joins the line-up of talent making their way to Tinsel Town during Oscar Week. Tomeka Holyfield, Executive Producer and Founder of theHELPPPPagency rolls out her latest celebrity event Gospel Goes To Hollywood Awards Luncheon on Friday, February 24, 2012 from 12noon- 3pm at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood. More details can be found at: www.gospelgoeshollywood.com .
The star-studded event, co-hosted by Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson of the hit show “The Game” and Actor Terry Crews of the hit sitcom “Everybody Hates Chris” and the upcoming film “The Expendables 2,” will honor and highlight some of Hollywood’s most inspirational who have over-come hurdles and persevered through faith.
\"Oscar Week will NEVER be the same as it is our hope this event becomes one of the MUST ATTEND events during Oscar Week. We believe that ALL of Hollywood will look forward to celebrating that FAITH which fuels our TENACIOUS ENDURANCE, says Holyfield\". Add the praise party as Grammy Award Winning CeCe Winans, Grammy Award Winning Donnie McClurkin and Stellar Award Winner Gospel Saxophonist Angella Christie who\'s slated to perform and it becomes clear THIS is the event not to miss!
Contact: Erma Byrd (213) 382-3656 or erma@ebyrdcom.comNFL CHOIR IN INDIANAPOLIS
The city of Indianapolis will never be the same after Friday, February 3,2012 when gospel great, Donnie McClurkin takes to the stage. The 13th Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebrations will showcase some of gospel music finest talent at the Clowes Memorial Hall on the Butler University campus at 7:30pm. This year’s event will be pre-taped and aired on NBC in major markets.
Joining McClurkin for musical kick-ff will be CeCe Winans, Wes Morgan, Hezekiah Walker, Fantasia and the NFL Choir that started back in 2007 in Phoenix, AZ. Each year McClurkin return to direct and sing with the choir that’s made up of retired and current NFL players. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster,com and range from $39- $99. For more information visit www.superbowlgospel.com. This year’s event will be sponsored by American Family Insurance and Verizon Wireless.
Contact: Erma Byrd (213)382-3656 or erma@ebyrdcom.com
INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED GOSPEL SINGER DONNIE MCCLURKIN MERGES MAJOR EVENTS FOR FAMILY,FRIENDS & COMMUNITY
For Immediate Release:
THE CITY OF ALABAMA TURNS OUT IN HUGE NUMBERS FOR THE PERFECTING MUSIC CONFERENCE
Over 2500 People Lined Up at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel to Gain Entrance To Job Fair
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(Los Angeles,CA) - June 27, 2011 Donnie McClurkin's Perfecting Music Conference kicked off with aamazing turn out for the Job/Career Fair held at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel. The people started lining up around 8:00a.m. but the doors were not scheduled to open until 11:00a,m.. Vendors on hand for the PMC Fair worked diligently and efficiently to accommodate the massive crowds that had to be cut off in order to honor the 3:00p.m. cut off time. Companies on site with available white & blue collar jobs: T-Mobile, Big Lots Distribution, Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center, Virginia College, Central Alabama Veterans Health-Care System, Americorp Vistas/Hands on River Region, Montgomery Advertiser/Gannett, Montgomery Police Department-Recruiting Bureau, Employment Solutions Employment Agency and Alabama Career Center.
The workshops held at New Life COGIC offered insight and detailed information about the music industry and Church administration. On board to help launch the Alabama PMC were sponsors such as: Boston Scientific/ Close The Gap, Renaissance Hotel, Hallelujah 104.3 FM, City of Montgomery, CSI (Concierge Service, Inc.), Visions TV, The Word Network, UMI (Urban Ministries, Inc.),Subway, The Take Over Media Group, Fresh Face Media, The Alabama Career Center sponsored by City of Montgomery and more.
The Perfecting Music Conference is scheduled to roll into New York, NY in August, Philadelphia, PA September, Dallas, TX in October and the final conference in Miami, FL in November.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
MONTGOMERY WELCOMES MULTIPLE AWARD-WINNING GOSPEL SINGER DONNIE MCCLURKIN AND HIS
EXCITING THREE DAY EVENT COVERING CAREER, HEALTH AND EDUCATION
Urban Ministries, Inc. Subway Eat Fresh, Boston Scientific/Close The Gap Onboard to Support Event
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Los Angeles, CA (May 24, 2011) - The three-time GRAMMY Award winner Donnie McClurkin is gearing up for his biggest event to date and it’s not for a concert performance. In fact it’s not about the platinum-selling artist at all; but rather a desire to share needed information that will empower people. McClurkin will bring his Perfecting Music Conference to Montgomery, AL June 23-25; workshops and health fair will be held at New Life COGIC. Day One: June 23 open with a free multicultural Job/Career Fair at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel, 201 Tallapoosa Street from 11:00am -3:00pm. The day will include career counseling, resume building, tips on successful interviewing, free-training classes, with hiring opportunities for permanent and, temporary jobs. Local residents can listen out for more details on WHLW- 104.3FM. McClurkin’s three-day conference is getting glowing reviews from registrants and participants http://vimeo.com/23686682. News Clip: http://www.fox6now.com/news/witi-20110519-job-fair,0,5009131.story
On June 23 & 24 McClurkin will host a two-day conference for those interested in pursuing a career in the music industry or simply learning the business, as well as sessions in ministry that is equally engaged in the edification and training of the local church. A low registration fee of $40 is required for these workshops. The day-time workshops and panels will be conducted by some of the top names in the gospel music industry along with local pastors, leaders and ministers of music who will be announced later. The goal of PMC is to expand the role of ministry in the music industry and to serve as a platform for the advancement of artists, musicians, and ministry leaders. Industry veterans will head up sessions geared towards Evangelism, Music/Arts Dept., Church Administration, Praise and Worship and Liturgical Dance; while the business sessions will cover Radio Seminar, Marketing Branding, Record Deals, Recording 101and Developing a Label.
"It's time to realize that our diversities should not separate us. “I'm extremely excited about bringing this three-day event to the Montgomery area. The workshops, job and health fair all are designed to empower the people and give them hope for tomorrow. I want this display of unity to show the true love of God and true love of man," says McClurkin.
On Saturday, June 25 Boston Scientific/Close The Gap, will partner with PMC to present a free Multicultural Health & Wellness Fair at New Life COGIC. Awareness booths and free health screening opportunities are being held 11:00am -3:00pm. Information on nutrition, private healthcare and insurance, organ donor programs, bone marrow donations, substance abuse, dental/mental health, hypertension, diabetes, women and men’s health, HIV-Aids Testing and vision will be provided. Also available screening for blood glucose and blood pressure, acupuncture, self-defense training, HIV Testing, BMI, traditional healing, stress management and aerobic exercise, healthy food, games and prizes will also offered.
Lending their name power and brand to Perfecting Music Conference are sponsors such as:
Urban Ministries Inc., Subway Eat Fresh, Boston Scientific/Close The Gap, WHLW-104.3FM.
Montgomery is the second stop of seven cities that will host PMC in 2011. Make sure you’re not left out of this motivating experience by reserving your spot right away. Register today!
Additional information on the music and ministry conference can be found on-line at http://www.perfectingmusicconference.com/ and fans can check out www.donnieradio.com
for local listings and airs times for the Donnie McClurkin Show radio broadcast.
Publicity Contact: Erma Byrd can be reached at (213) 382-3656 or via email at erma@ebyrdcom.com …High res photos and press material available upon request.
FOR IMEMDIATE RELEASE:
DONNIE MCCLURKIN’S PERFECTING MUSIC CONFERENCE PARTNERS WITH CHRIST FAITH FELLOWSHIP CENTER AND TOP MILWAUKEE EMPLOYERS AND HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS TO HELP
EMPOWER LOCAL RESIDENTS
Milwaukee’s V100.7 Radio Gospel Contest Lands Winner on the Stage with McClurkin
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Los Angeles, CA (May 23, 2011) - The employment forecast for Milwaukee was looking good last week when top vendors welcomed hundreds of potential employees to the Wright Ballroom at Hilton Milwaukee City Center. The overwhelmingly successful job fair kicked off Donnie’s McClurkin’s three-day Perfecting Music Conference that will be rolling into seven different markets this year. (press ctrl button and click to view the link) http://www.fox6now.com/news/witi-20110519-job-fair,0,5009131.story.
One of Milwaukee’s leading and respected ministries Christian Faith Fellowship Center, where Bishop Darrell Hines is the Sr. Pastor, hosted PMC’s music and ministry workshops. The registrations heard from some of the industry’s finest and informed in the music business and church administration: Judy McAllister, Elder Ronald Hunt, Pat Liddell, Andrea Mellini, Dr. Grace Davis-Harris, Pastor D.J.. Hines, Pastor Drina Lewis, Mario Brown, Kathy Harris, Pastor Brandon Hines, Elder Steve Tipton, Pastor Jason Turner, John Daniels III, Jeremiah Fleming, Kerry Dougals, Wanda Ewing, Earl Stokes, Melvin Hood, Bridget Price and Roger Holmes. On the final day of PMC, Close The Gap and Boston Scientific were on board once again to host the Multicultural Health and Wellness Fair.
The conference attendees received a special treat Saturday night when McClurkin introduced Ocie Jackson the winner of local gospel contest, hosted by Milwaukee’s very own V-100.7 (WKKV). The winner and several other local contestants sang before a live audience and panel of five judges, and out ranked her competitors in scoring. Jackson redeemed one of her prizes for snagging the contest’s #1 spot when she took to the stage at Perfecting Music Conference
McClurkin’s three-day conference is getting glowing reviews from the registrants and participants http://vimeo.com/23686682 . Be sure and check out website to see if PMC will be coming to your city this year. The next stop…. Montgomery, Alabama!!
For more information contact: Erma Byrd (213) 382-3656 or via email at erma@ebyrdcom.com
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FREE MULTICULTRUAL JOB, HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR COMES TO CHARLOTTE, NC
Los Angeles, CA (April 4,2011) - On Thursday, April 28 a free multicultural Job/Career Fair will be held at the Holiday Inn Charlotte Center City located at 230 North College Street from 11:00am-3pm. The day will include career counseling, resume building, tips on successful interviewing, free-training classes, with hiring opportunities for permanent and, temporary jobs.
On Saturday, April 30 the Mecklenburgh County Health Department and their faith based program, “Faithful to the Call,” will present a free Multicultural Health & Wellness Fair at the Harvest Center. Awareness booths and free health screening opportunities are being held 11:00am -3:00pm. Information on nutrition, private healthcare and insurance, organ donor programs, bone marrow donations, substance abuse, dental/mental health, hypertension, diabetes, women and men’s health, HIV-Aids Testing and vision will be provided. Also available, screening for blood glucose and blood pressure, acupuncture, self-defense training, HIV Testing, BMI, traditional healing, stress management, aerobic exercise, healthy food, games and prizes.
th events will partner with Donnie McClurkin’s Perfecting Music Conference being held at The Harvest Center on April 29 & 30 to round out all the activities and workshops. Local residents can listen out for more details on WPZS Praise 109FM, the host radio station or log on to www.perfectingmusicconference.org . “I'm extremely excited about bringing this three-day event to the Charlotte area. The workshops, job and health fair all is designed to empower the people and give them hope for tomorrow. I want this display of unity to show the true love of God and true love of man," says McClurkin.
Media Contact: Erma Byrd at eByrd Communications (213) 382-3656 or erma@ebyrdcom.com
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MULTIPLE AWARD-WINNING GOSPEL SINGER DONNIE MCCLURKIN TAKES HIS EXCITING THREE
DAY EVENT COVERING CAREER, HEALTH AND EDUCATION ON THE ROAD
McClurkin’s #1 National Radio Show Launches New Segment and now on the Air in Jamaica
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Los Angeles, CA (March 29,2011) - Pastor, singer, radio show host Donnie McClurkin kicked the year off hosting the 26th Annual Stellar Awards that premiered on March 5 and 12 on Gospel Music Channel (GMC). This year marked McClurkin’s 10th time at the podium hosting gospel music’s biggest night which was once again taped at Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN.
After a successful launch in Chicago, IL last year, McClurkin’s Perfecting Music Conference will make it’s way to: Charlotte, North Carolina (April 28-30); Milwaukee, WI (May 19-21); Montgomery, AL ((June 23-25); Los Angeles,CA (TBA) Philadelphia, PA (September 29/October 1); Dallas, TX (October 27-29) and Miami, FL (November 17-19) in 2011. The two-day workshop with guest speakers and panels is designed to expand the role of music and the arts in ministry to serve as a platform for the advancement of artists, musicians, and ministry leaders. Industry veterans will head up sessions geared towards Evangelism, Music/Arts Dept., Church Administration, Praise and Worship and Liturgical Dance. While the business sessions will cover Radio Seminar, Marketing Branding, Record Deals, Recording 101, and Developing a Label. In addition to the PMC sessions, a Job/Career and Multicultural Health & Wellness Fair has been added to make this an event for the entire family. Registration fee for PMC is only $40 for more details go to http://www.perfectingmusicconference.com/ .
I'm extremely excited about bringing this three-day event to the Charlotte area. The workshops, job and health fair all is designed to empower the people and give them hope for tomorow. I want this display of unity to show the true love of God and true love of man," says McClurkin.“I have always had a love affair with Jamaica and it is a dream come true that I can now minister and entertain each and every week to the beautiful people of that great island. They should also know we are planning a big 5th anniversary concert and we hope to bring the celebration to Jamaica,” says McClurkin.
Oceanic Tradewinds Inc, syndicator of Donnie’s radio program, has already begun discussions with local officials for what is being deemed a three-day anniversary celebration complete with praise and worship, educational/ motivational seminars, live concerts, health and well-being clinics, all integrated with competition from the kids and locals of the island that will all reflect the culture, talent and artistry of the country.
“Donnie’s five year anniversary celebrations will take place throughout the USA but will likely culminate in Jamaica towards the end of the year in what will hopefully be an event of historic proportions. We have just begun discussions with local hotels, production companies, and the Jamaican Tourist Board, with the ambitious goal of not only presenting the Island with something spectacular, but also inviting thousands from abroad to attend,” says Gary Bernstein, President of Oceanic Tradewinds.
McClurkin is off to another year with a jam-packed calendar, but his listeners and fans can keep up the singer by going to: www.perfectingmusicconference.com; www.donnieradio.com, Face Book and Twitter.
Publicity Contact: Erma Byrd can be reached at (213)382-3656 or via email erma@ebyrdcom.com