Memphis-based alternative CCM group Big Tent Revival originally comprised singer/guitarist Steve Wiggins, guitarist Randy Williams, and drummer Spence Smith. Signing to the legendary local label Ardent, the group issued their self-titled debut in 1995, followed a year later by Open All Nite. Now a quintet after the additions of bassist Rick Heil... [+] Read More

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The Bible belt Southern gospel group Gold City was formed in Alabama in 1980. Members are bass vocalist Timothy "Tim" Riley, tenor John "Jay" Parrack, baritone Mark Trammell, lead vocalist Jonathan Wilburn, bass vocalist and guitarist Adam Borden, drummer Douglas "Doug" Riley, pianist Channing Eleton, and baritone Daniel Riley. Before joining... [+] Read More

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Pioneer Virginia gospel/pop quartet of the '30s and '40s. Calling their innovative approach to sacred hymns "jubilee" singing, the Golden Gate Quartet, propelled by Willie Johnson and William Langford, enjoyed massive acceptance far outside the church. Their smooth Mills Brothers-influenced harmonies made the Gates naturals for pop crossover... [+] Read More

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Pastor Marvin Winans rose to fame as a member of the Winans -- not just the well-known First Family of contemporary black gospel, but the actual quartet of that name which laid the foundation for the family's veritable gospel empire beginning in the early '80s. Winans never really chose to devote his focus to a solo career, preferring instead to... [+] Read More

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The Canton Spirituals are one of the most popular and acclaimed contemporary gospel quartets. With their smooth but powerful harmonies, the quartet pioneered an urban sound that mixed R&B style with traditional gospel. Along with several Grammy Award nominations, the Canton Spirituals have also earned Stellar, Dove, Soul Train, GMWA Excellence,... [+] Read More

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