#GT40 Blog
Kim Burrell
Kim Burrell is one of the most phenomenal voices of our time.
Her vocal prowess is imitated by many, but seldom duplicated.
Today we celebrate Kim’s unique contribution to the sound of music.
Deitrick Haddon
Deitrick Haddon is an artist, songwriter, and one of the most outstanding performers of our time. Deitrick Haddon has been WOWing fans for years.
The Detroit native is one of the most sought after talents across the board and is the recipient of many awards.
GT40 is proud to celebrate the edgy & progressive ministry of Deitrick Haddon.
Dorothy Norwood
Dorothy Norwood is Black History walking among us.
She began her career in Chicago singing with Mahalia Jackson and continues ministering in song and her special brand of storytelling.
This Grammy & Stellar award nominee has recorded ofer 40 albums.
No matter the role you play in the music industry you/we stand on the shoulders of greats like Dorothy Norwood. The Gospel top 40 Chart simply says, “Thank You” Ms. Norwood.
Fred Hammond
Fred Hammond’s vibe, sound & energy is what most male vocalists, Gospel & R&B, imitaded in the late 80’s & 90’s.
Along with the group Commissioned, he set a new tone and most of his fans became known as “Fred Heads.”
He later developed a “radical” sound mixed with a traditional & praise feel.
Thank you Fred Hammond for your tremendous contribution to Black Music.
John P. Kee
John P. Kee is a pastor, artist, and industry leader. This DYNAMIC hit-maker is a muiti Stellar Award and Dove Award winner. Affectionately called, “Uncle John,” he’s always willing to share his platform with others & the Gospel Message without compromise. Happy Birthday Month Uncle John!
Jeff Hargrove
Jeff Hargrove is Tyscot Record’s V.P. of Marketing & Promotions.
This Howard University alum has played a significant role in the careers of artists like Anthony Brown, Vashawn Mitchell, Vickie Winans & Bri Babineaux.
Jeff Jargrove We applaud your Black Music contributions!
Veda Brown
Executive – Founder of Black Gospel Promo, Veda Brown developed the first e-blast company in the Gospel industry.
Following a career as a Marketing & Promotion executive she created a space for the African-American faith-based community of over 300,000 subscribers.
Black Gospel Promo is the premier destination where aficionados and industry insiders stay connected to what’s happening in our world.
Thank you Veda and Happy Early Birthday!
Walt "Baby" Love
Radio Personality – Reverend Walter L. Shaw Jr., better known as Walt “Baby” Love, has developed a unique blend of motivational & musical programming.
The host and producer of
“The Countdown,” “Gospel Traxx & The Urban AC Countdown shares a personal experience with his millions of listeners each week.
Walt has been heard on hundreds of radio stations around the world and uses his uses his platform to encourage his fans & listeners by sharing the love of God
The Gospel Top 40 celebrates legendary on air personality, Walt “Baby” Love.
Kerry Douglas
Executive – Kerry Douglas has helped shape the careers of some of Gospel music’s top contemporary artists.
From Zacardi Cortez to James Fortune, Earnest Pugh, Pastor Mike, Jr. and the late great Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, Douglas has been a hit-maker.
The Black Smoke Worldwide founder & CEO not only developed artists on his label, but has promoted singles on behalf of some of Gospel’s finest talent; BeBe Winans, Ricky Dillard, Ted & Sheri, Monica Lisa Stevenson and many more.
The Gospel Top 40 Chart celebrates Mr. Kerry Douglas.
Melvin Crispell III
Artist – Melvin Crispell III’s is a GRAMMYⓇ, Dove & Stellar Awards nominee.
The Season 9 Sunday Best winner hails from a rich musical heritage and recently released his sophomore project, “No Failure.”
Melvin is using his dynamic voice to lead others to a closer relationship with God.
Melanie Pratt
Radio Personality – Melanie Pratt began her career in radio when she joined the on-air staff at Praise 100.9 in 2006. She’s a 3-time Stellar Award nominee for Gospel Announcer of the Year, preliminary judge for BET’s hit show – Sunday Best, and has been recognized in Who’s Who in Black Charlotte.
In 2013, she was an inaugural recipient of the Stellar Woman of Gospel Award for her contribution behind the scenes in the Gospel industry. Founder of Halo Management, Dr. Tyler Clark ’s Mommy & Bryan’s wife the self proclaimed foodie continues to make her mark in & on the iNDustry.
Today #GT40 celebrates Melanie Pratt
Bishop Paul S. Morton
Pastor & Artist – Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. is the founding Presiding Bishop of The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International.
A gifted author and an anointed singer, this fan favorite has received many Stellar Awards and various musical accolades.
Gospel Top 40 celebrates Bishop Paul Morton.
Larry Tinsley
Radio Personality – Larry Tinsley has over 50 years of experience in Radio. The on-air personality knew at an early age he wanted to be a programmer and his first opportunity in radio was given by R&B icon, James Brown and the Stellar Award winning radio show host has been moving forward every since. Tinsley credits God for his success and his most proud moment was in 1984 when he accepted Christ as his savior.
Tyscot Records
Label – Founded in 1975, Tyscot is the oldest Black-owned, family-run Gospel recording label in the country. General Manager Bryant Scott leads a team of top executives who, together with an outstanding roster of artists, create a unique sound in Gospel music that impacts the Industry and the world.
Tyscot Records has developed and distributed music for artists such as the late-great Rance Allen, John P. Kee, Shirley Murdock, Deitrick Haddon, Bishop Noel Jones, VaShawn Mitchell, Anthony Brown & Group Therapy, Cheryl Fortune and a host of others.
The Gospel Top 40 Chart celebrates the Tyscot Family for maintaining its title of ownership and for representing Gospel music with excellence, proven skill, and undeniable prowess.
RODERICK JEMISON
Executive – Roderick Jemison is a kindhearted guy and a Gospel enthusiast.
As a part of the Sparrow Records / EMI Gospel Sales Team, Jemison was on the front line championing artists like; Daryl Coley, Rickey Grundy, and Richard Smallwood, as well as artists on the company’s distributed labels like – Gospo Centric.
Roderick later moved on to Central South Distribution until he founded his own consulting firm – Jemison & Associates developing Marketing campaigns for artists like; Juanita Bynum, Monica Lisa Stevenson, Beverly Crawford and others.
A proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Jemison continues to shimmy his way to success one artist at a time.
Jekalyn Carr
Artist – Jekalyn Carr is a 26 year old power-house who burst onto the music scene at the age of 14 and has been impacting the Gospel community as a singer and preacher ever since. This Billboard chart topping artists is the winner of 6 Stellar awards, 3 Dove awards and will soon step from behind the microphone to acting. There’s no limiting Jekalyn and how she will continue to impact the world for good.
Dr. Bobby Jones
Influencer – Bobby Jones is to Gospel who Don Cornelius was to R&B and Dick Clark was to Pop music.
If you wanted to be seen and heard as a Gospel artist, you made it your business to perform on “Bobby Jones Gospel.”
Host of the longest consecutive running show on cable television, Dr. Bobby Jones used his platform, with BET, to support the development of the Gospel artists, labels, and to support the MESSAGE.
The Gospel Top 40 celebrates Dr. Bobby Jones for his great contribution to the Gospel industry.
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