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The Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards has issued the following press release:
The Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards, led by the passionate Pastor Larry Davies, has announced the names of the twenty three individuals that have blazed the trail and set the standards for gospel music over the nation. These individuals are teachers, preachers, singers, musicians, and administrators. They will be recognized throughout the award weekend of February 16-19, 2023, at various scheduled events. All events that weekend will be held at the Houston Hobby Marriott Hotel.
Gospel music has evolved over the years, since the days of Mary and Mary and Kirk Franklin, with thousands of gifted acts using their musical talent to spread the message of Christ. Independent artists have contributed immensely to the growth of the industry, making up a sizeable part of the market. Unfortunately, there are not enough platforms for such acts to show their craft and get appreciated. The case is not particularly different in the United States, which is where the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards, as put together by Pastor Larry, is looking to make a difference.
There will be two categories of honorees at this event. The first is the Living Legends Award. The Living Legend Award is awarded to a man or a woman who has been in the gospel music industry over 40 years who has demonstrated progressive leadership in his or her perspective area of gospel music. His or her body of work has withstood the test of time and made a positive impact on the industry.
The second is the Trail Blazer Award. The Trail Blazer Award is awarded to a man or woman who has taken the lead in his or her perspective gospel music area and created opportunities for others to grow and excel as well. They may not be in the spotlight, but you are to see their handywork all over the finished products.
Nominations for these two awards were submitted to the founders and after examining the information provided, honorees were selected.
The Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards are honored to recognize the following individuals:
Living Legends
Mr. George Faber Tyler, Texas
Dr. Quincy Fielding Los Angeles, California
Dr. Susie Jones Los Angeles, California
Mrs. Treva Jones Houston, Texas
Mr. Leon Lewis Houston, Texas
Dr. Joyce Logan Los Angeles, California
Mr. K.D. Logan Corpus Christi, Texas
Mrs. Betty Hawkins McDuffie Monroe, Louisiana
McNeil Sisters San Antonio, Texas
Roberson Brothers Los Angeles, California
Dr. Robert Sims Houston, Texas
Pastor E.J. Tyson Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Lady Victory Latonya Watson Dallas, Texas
Mr. J.J. Williams Houston, Texas
Trail Blazers
Mr. Richard Blue Dallas, Texas
Mr. Gregory Daniels Richmond, Texas
Evangelist James Henderson Dallas, Texas
Mr. Jorad Holmes Bradenton, Florida
Ms. Natasha Marie Houston, Texas
Dr. Janice Peterson Townsend Houston, Texas
Ms. Amber Shaw Houston, Texas
Mr. Quinten Simon Houston, Texas
Minister. E.J. Strong Houston, Texas
The award show weekend will begin on Thursday, February 16 with an afternoon opening ceremony and evening event to pay tribute to quartet music and the legends of the industry. Other activities for the event include a Morning Glory program and Power2Praise Educational Sessions to focus on the Business of the Music Industry, Artist Health and Wellness, Praise and Worship, Praise Dance and Mime Ministry, Ministers of Music & Pastor Coordination, and Women of Excellence. There will also be a Media Luncheon to include a new artist showcase as well as the Founder’s Luncheon.
Winners will be announced at the award show on Friday night and Saturday evening. After the award show on Friday night, there will be a Christian Rap Show featuring local and state talent. The Red-Carpet Event will be on Saturday from 4 pm to 6:00 pm before the award ceremony. The finale is ChoirMania. For the first time, it will be at the hotel beginning at 4 pm on Sunday. Local churches as well as gospel choirs from across the country will participate in this celebration.
For more information about the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards and to be a part of the initiative as a local or international sponsor as we as to provide media coverage, visit - www.tgmea.org.