July / August 2005 FREE The Lord's Notes Lord Before Us Productions BI-Monthly Newsletter ~ Special Convention Edition ~ What's New? Byron Cage recorded his next LIVE project for GospoCentric Records on July 6 in Lithonia, GA at New Birth Cathedral (Bishop Eddie Long), look for this release in Late 2005; and from what we hear - Bryon & PAJAM may have another Hit on their hands... Speaking of PAJAM (J. Moss, Walter Kearney, & Paul Allen) they are currently working with the Velvet Teddy Bear himself Ruben Studdard on his next project to be released later this year. Donnie McClurkin named Gospel Artist of the Year at the recent BET Awards (June 29), while Tye Tribbett & G.A. w/Fantasia gave a stellar performance of their hit "No Way". Tim "Bishop" Brown & Miracle Mass Choir's latest release "It's So!" will hit the Radio airwaves in September with the full project to be released in mid -October; get ready for some more Stupid Church... Tonex just shook up the GMA Awards with a out the box performance of "Alive 2", and rumor has it that Dr. Bobby Jones is moving to Ft. Lauderdale, FL - we'll keep you posted... Finally, our deepest condolences to the families of: Luther Vandross, Rhoda Stubbs and Cora Martin-Moore - God's got more Angels in Heaven... Upcoming Events July 23 Higher Ground Ministries presents a Musical Tribute to Pastor Chuck Rogers, Many Artists to Appear, Admission Is Free... Matthew Clark Ministries presents a Pastoral Celebration honoring Pastor Rachel, Greater New Unity B.C., Admission Is Free... 30 MIA (Musicians In Action) presents their annual Luau, plenty of Food, Games, and Fun for Everyone - Silent Auction this year... Lester Barrie's Comedy Devine, featuring many of your favorite Comedians, The Laugh Factory in Hollywood... Come get your Laugh On! 31 Tabernacle of Praise Worship Center present 5th Sunday High Praise w/Jonathan Grier & the Voices of Judah, Free, call 323-418-9007 Aug. 1-6 Victory In Praise Conference hosted by Pastor John P. Kee, Radisson Mart Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Miami, FL 704-537-9097 3-6 Bishop T.D. Jakes presents - MEGAFEST 2005, Atlanta, GA, Many of your Favorite Artists/Speakers will be appearing, 877-TDJ-MEGA 13-19 38th Annual Gospel Music Workshop of America, Milwaukee, WI, Many of your favorite Artists will be one hand, www.GMWANational.org 20 Alice Hill of Beverly Hills presents the Christian Extravaganza at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Many Guests to Appear, call 310-497-8183 27 Min. Karen Thompson & Ministry of Praise presents a Reunion Experience, Los Angeles, CA, Admission Is Free... Sept. 5 LABOR DAY!!! 9 LAVA Ministries presents a Midnight of Praise (Fundraiser event), many guests artists to appear, Admission Is Free, www.LAVAMin.com 17 McDonald's Gospelfest presents it's Semi-Finals, New Life Christian Center - in Los Angeles... Look in our Next Issue for list of Finalists Sept: Vickie Winans Concert - 9/30 Oct: LAVA - LIVE Recording - 10/22 Nov: Pre-Winter Workshop/Musical CD Reviews Mary Mary Eddie Baltrip & Fulfillment "Instrument of Praise" Well, Local girls Tina & Ericka Presented by Daryl Coley himself, Campbell have done it again Eddie & Fulfillment has always with this long-awaited project. been a Choir on the cutting-edge There's a little something here of Gospel, well this release proves for everyone. Hits include: Believer, Heaven, Biggest - that; and then some. Standouts include: Try Him, Greatest Thing, Yesterday, and Speak To Me. It's seems Steal Away, Trust Him, Down at the Cross, and as if they are just getting better with time, and like time - I Can't Thank Him Enough. Let Fulfillment Bless it's moving, so check this one out today... 7/10 you one more time... Pick it up! 6/10 Marvin Sapp Bro. Steve TV Series "Be Exalted" " Understanding the Marvin, Marvin, Marvin - just when u Music Business..." thought he gave you everything on This long-awaited release his previous project (Diary of a was worth the wait, and it's so Psalmist), he hits you with this informative - you won't want release - like a load of bricks... Hits to stop watching it. With include: Be It Unto Me, Do You Know Him?, Trust In You, appearances by some of Perfect Peace (ala Keith Pringle), Holy, and That Name. today's top Executives in the It's classic Marvin at his Best - 8/10 Industry, this is a MUST for your Collection! 9/10 Worth a Spin: JoAnn Rosario "Now More Than Ever...Worship" 7/10, Lee Williams & The Spiritual QC "Tell The Angels" 7/10 Dr. Charles G. Hayes & The Warriors "The Remix" 7/10, The Spiritual Voices w/Keith "Wonderboy" Johnson 6/10 Worth a View: McClinton Neal "Who is McClinton Neal" - 7/10, Dottie Peoples "Live In Memphis" 8/10 Next Issue - Kierra "Ki Ki" Sheard "Just Until", Dorinda Clark-Cole "The Rose of Gospel" Event Reviews 30th Music Ministry & Birthday/Appreciation Service for Tim "Bishop" Brown - 6/18/05: Started a little late, but Praise & Worship by Min. William Johnson got the crowd ready to go... Opening selection by Bishop & Miracle Mass Choir was good, but MIRACLE (a smaller group within the choir) showcasing their stuff - they had the crowd in the palm of their hands. Young Prophet, Sounds of Worship, Voices of Praise (Three Oaks B.C.), and M.O.G. all gave Stellar performances, but surprise guest - Lucinda Moore showed up & out; how High can her and MIRACLE go on "Safe In His Arms". Miracle Ministries blessed their founder with a much deserved Cruise to Mexico - and Bishop cried like a baby... Edwin & Walter Hawkins - Music & Arts Seminar Love Fellowship Conference - 6/26-7/2/05: No Promotions - means No Crowd, well that's exactly what the Legendary Gospel hits makers received for this years Conference. In fact, the only event that received a sizable audience was the UGA Urban Gospel Music Awards held on Wednesday night. Despite the talented likes of: LaShun Pace, Lonnie Hunter, Donald Lawrence, Father Hayes & The (Cosmopolitan) Warriors, and others - L.A. did not show up for this event... We shall see what the outcome will be for next years Conference in Orlando, FL .... Greater Harvest COGIC Music Dept. - Pre-Independence Day Celebration - 7/3/05 Started with Praise & Worship by the Greater Harvest Praise Team - which had the crowd going. Opening selections by LAVA Ministries took the crowd by storm - and had them ready for even more Church. While L.A. Inner City's tribute performance to the late Rhoda Stubbs, put the crowd in the atmosphere for Worship; Shervonne Wells & Friends performance took them back into Praise. The Boyd Sisters from Oakland, CA let the crowd have it with Harmony reflective of The Clark Sisters, and Eddie Baltrip & North Park COGIC Young Adult Choir of San Diego; gave the crowd the Praise break they were looking for... Hats off to Michelle Walker & G.H. for a job well done... Event Reviews - In Short... West Angeles COGIC Youth Dept. - Pre-Memorial Day Midnight Musical 5/29/05: Nice Crowd... Micah Stampley was it for the night - ANOINTED.... Greater Los Angeles Cathedral Choir's Debut Concert (GLACC) - 6/11/05: GLACC debuted like Stars, and Hands-in-Motion were good too; despite their track not working... Magic Mountain's Gospel Celebration - 6/25/05: Low in Attendance this year, but Fred Hammond & Tonex gave it their all... Metal of Honor Rag, starring: Heavy D - Thru July 17: Packed - small theatre, but Heavy gave a Tony Award winning performance... FOOTNOTES Voices In Praise Gospel Music Expo will present several Praise Promotional events to gain the public awareness, the first being an Outreach Concert with Pastors Andre & Sandra Crouch at their fame Christ Memorial COGIC in Pacomia, CA on Sat. Aug. 13. Then on Sun. Sept. 11, they will spotlight various artists during the Sunday services at West Angeles COGIC, as well as sponsor a Tent Revival that will feature World Renown Speakers and Local/National Artists nightly. All leading up to a Major Gospel Music Expo to take place in Inglewood, CA. For more information and/or to participate - please call 714-609-9221 or log on to www.VIPXPO.com. Eddie Baltrip & Fulfillment "Instrument of Praise" has something to offer the entire family. Whether it's lyrics to encourage the new saints or the season saints, or if it's a Love for Traditional/Contemporary Gospel Music, Eddie Baltrip & Fulfillment will be a Great Addition to your Gospel Music collection. Presented by Daryl Coley himself, who by the way just re-released his very first project (of 20 years ago) "Just Daryl"; on DIEGO MUSIC GROUP as well.... Eddie Baltrip & Fulfillment - Filling your Soul with the Love of the Lord... For Booking & Management Contact: Clyde Williams at 619-426-3622 / CFA-Mgmt@SBCGlobal.net. LAVA Ministries will present a "Midnight of Praise" (Fundraising Concert) on Friday, September 9, at 9PM. Three Oaks Baptist Church 8109 So. Hoover Street, Los Angeles, CA - will be the location for this power pack service. Guests include: L.A. Inner City Mass Choir, GLACC, Nysa Shenay, Sounds of Worship, John Bernard & VOW, and more with guest M.C. - Min. Theo "Ta Ta" Wilkins. Come out and experience CHURCH at it's very best! For more information, please call 323-993-8581 / www.LAVAMin.com. Lord Before Us Productions is preparing for their annual Pre- Winter Workshop/Musical on November 19, we will come together not only to Praise the name of the Lord, but also to Celebrate 13 Years in the Gospel Industry. This years event will feature New Talent as well as some familiar artists and out of town guests. So mark your calendars and prepare to meet us in the city of Long Beach at Greater Harvest COGIC, as we lift up the name of the Lord; more Info on this great event is coming - in the next issue... Don't forget, if you have a desire to be one of our Event Review Reporters; contact us today. You could be at the next event, free of charge - and have your comments (as well as your friends comments) in our Newsletter... Contact Us for details...