GOSPEL’s hour 3 reveals how gospel was going mainstream and family dynasties, many raised in the Church of God in Christ, would dominate the charts. Meanwhile, other children of the church used their heavenly voice to influence soul music. As gospel artists took the message everywhere, Black pastors continued to distinguish their message through a prophetic voice and sound with sermonettes.
GOSPEL’s hour 4 explores how gospel and preaching achieved platinum-selling success.
GOSPEL’s hour 2 traces the Golden Age of Gospel from the Lord’s music to the mainstream.
GOSPEL’s hour 1 follows the sonic influences of blues and jazz music.
