Praise Houston

For Black Music Month, we're honoring the icons who didn't just sing—they shifted everything. This year's theme says it best: Sounds of the Culture.
Mahalia Jackson took gospel from the pews to the world stage. Andraé Crouch blended it with rock and soul. The Clark Sisters harmonized in ways nobody had ever heard. Kirk Franklin brought hip-hop and R&B to the choir stand and made our parents clutch their pearls and dance anyway. 🙌🏾

And we can't forget Pastor Shirley Caesar, Yolanda Adams, Mary Mary, and Fred Hammond are all voices that turned faith into a feeling we could all move to.
They mixed blues, jazz, and soul into something sacred. They made room for every generation to come as they are.

This isn't just music. It's our story, our spirit, and our shout all wrapped in one. And the legacy keeps growing. 🖤

See the full list of black gospel artists that redefined the genre — link in bio. 🔗

Through creativity, education, and advocacy, Charity Edison Carter continues to create spaces where art and community come together to inspire change. 🎭

As Founder & President of the Edison Arts Foundation, she has dedicated her work to uplifting young creatives, expanding access to the arts, and empowering future generations through culture, expression, and opportunity.

Through The 19, we celebrate leaders whose vision continues to leave a lasting impact on Houston’s cultural legacy.

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“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 In a world that consta... https://bit.ly/4oGdRLU

AV's Daily Power Point "Aligns Our Hearts With God's Heart" Today, let's fill our minds with thoughts that are pure, lovely, and admirable.

G-SQUARED FOUNDATION WITH THE BLACK PROMOTERS COLLECTIVE ARE PROUD SPONSORS OF BLACK MUSIC MONTH. WE UPLIFT OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT. G-SQUARED FOUNDATION AND THE BLACK PROMOTERS COLLECTIVE PUSHING THE CULTURE FORWARD TOGETHER! Black Promoters Collective

Gospel music has always been a sacred and pivotal genre, especially when it comes to its influence. Though gospel can be traced back to the early 17th century, the early moldings of gospel music began with old negro spirituals that derived from slaves c... https://bit.ly/4fTSLrc

Black Gospel Artists That Redefined the Genre Gospel music has always been a sacred and pivotal genre, especially when it comes to its influence. Though gospel can be traced back to the early 17th century, the early moldings of gospel music began with old negro spirituals that derived from slaves creating songs from Bible verses. Gospel would l...

Deidre Mathis turned a vision for inclusive travel into a brand that continues to inspire connection, culture, and community. ✈️

As Owner of Wanderstay Boutique Hotel- Houston, she has created welcoming spaces designed to celebrate travelers while redefining what hospitality and representation can look like in the industry.

Through The 19, we celebrate entrepreneurs creating experiences that empower people to explore, dream, and belong.

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