Nominees For The 2013 Gospel Blue M.I.C. Achievement Awards Announced

Brothaonline.com, in collaboration with Independent Gospel Artist Alliance, presents the nominees for the 3rd Annual Gospel Blue MIC Awards.

"We are excited about this year's event and the nominees," says Charles Clark, Founder and Publisher of Brotha Magazine. "This is a great way for us to showcase the very best Independent talent in the market." The Gospel Blue M.I.C. Achievement Awards is presented by Brothaonline.com/ Nebo Publishing and the Independent Gospel Artists Alliance.

The big night will be held on Friday, July 12, 2013 beginning at 8p.m. and will be held at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church-Cathedral (215 Las Gaviotas Blvd * Chesapeake, VA 23322). The Gospel Blue M.I.C. Achievement Awards is based on merit and works, not popularity. Applicants complete nomination forms explaining their achievements and activities during the past year. The information is independently verified and nominees and winners are voted by the Blue Ribbon Panel.

The host of this year's event is Ray Pope aka Brutha Ray from On Stage w/ Earl Bynum.

Below is the official nomination list for the 2013 Gospel Blue MIC Awards.

Independent Artist of the Year 
Eunice Wright
Monica Lisa Stevenson
Patrick Dopson
Javon Inman
CD Porter
Sean Johnson

Album of the Year
Declaration by CD Porter
Worth It All by Eunice Wright
Your Way by Gavin Davis
Transformed by Cheneta Jones
Simply a Vessel, Vol. 3: Surrender All by Sean Johnson
Live in Memphis by Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis
Refocused by Darnell Davis and The Remnant

Single of the Year 
Right There by Monica Lisa Stevenson
Hello God by Eunice Wright
It Won’t Work – Darnell Davis & Remnant
Keep Me by Patrick Dopson
God Is Doing Something Wonderful in Me by David Frazier
Bless the Name of the Lord by Earl Bynum & the Mount Unity Choir

Male Artist of the Year
Patrick Dopson
Gavin Davis
Sean Johnson
Da Lberal Soul
CD Porter
Tre Thomas

Female Artist of the Year
Eunice Wright
Monica Lisa Stevenson
Henrietta Telfair
Cheneta Jones
Shana Wilson
Lashanda McCadney

Duo/Group Artist the of Year 
Joint Heirs
Wardlaw Brothers
Phillip Tuju & Pentamony
Darnell Davis & Remnant
Mike Brown & F.O.C.U.S
Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis

Choir of the Year
Dr. Patrick L. Wooden, Sr. and the Upper Room Sanctuary Choir
Earl Bynum & the Mount Unity Choir
Juan Santiago& Uninhibited Praise
Russell Delegation

Instrumental Artist of the Year
Moses Tyson, Jr.
Jimmie Smith
Ben Tankard

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year
Young Saints
Red-Dott
Mlik
Tawana Ross
Kerry Lee

Urban Artist of the Year
Joint Heirs
Angie Cleveland
Sean Johnson
Dianna Hobbs
Tre Thomas
Carl Brister

Video of the Year
“No One” by Gavin Davis
“God Alone” by Rob Mercer
“No Never” by Sean Johnson
“It Won’t Work by Darnell Davis & Remnant

Radio Station of the Year

WLOU- Louisville, KY
WOAD- Jackson, Miss
WDJL- Huntsville, AL
WFMI- Rejoice Musical Soulfood- VA Beach, VA
WAAW- Aiken, SC
WHUR- Washington, DC

Internet Radio of the Year
PG Network
Christian Jukebox Radio
Synergy Radio
Look Up Radio
Yes Lord Radio

Best Packaging of Year
Tre  Thomas
Eunice Wright
Ben Tankard
CD Porter
Sean Johnson
Vincent Tharpe & Kenosis

For more information about the event email Charles Clark at info@brothaonline.com. If interested in supporting the event through an ad in the program's souvenir book call 716.239.4370, ext. 101. If interested in performing on the nightly showcases including the Blue MIC event please visit http://www.indiegospelalliance.com/ or call Phillip Carter @ (855) 680-IGAA. 

Brothaonline.com Announces 1st Visionary Media Award Winner

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Brothaonline.com Announces 1st Visionary Media Award Winner


Media Contact:   Cyrus Webb, Director of Pubicity
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Brothaonline.com is pleased to announce that it's 1st Visionary Media Award winner is acclaimed filmmaker Janks Morton for his documentary "Hoodwinked".

"This documentary is a "must see" for every African American in the country," says Charles Clark, Founder of Brothaonline.com and Editor-In-Chief of Brotha Magazine. " this film shows the myths of the African American male and then reveals the truth."

"Hoodwinked" is the much anticipated and long awaited sequel to 2007 Best African American Documentary "What Black Men Think". The film addresses how some have allowed Black identity to be twisted and maligned, while also adopting this societal defamation of character as their own belief set.

Janks Morton is a groundbreaking international and award winning Documentarian. As founder of iYAGO ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, LLC, he states “the company came into existence to reflect both the conscious and unconscious soul of Black America". JANKS MORTON has been in the entertainment industry for more than 20 years and is a much sought-after teacher, lecturer, commentator and motivational speaker. He has convened workshops, seminars and served as panelist and keynote speaker at colleges, universities, prisons, conferences, churches and community centers around the world.

This award will be given annually to person(s) using a media platform to inform, educate, and inspired the our community.

Find out more about Janks Morton and his work at http://www.whatblackmenthink.com/.

Gospel Recording Artist Ajae Uses Music To Encourage PECULIAR PEOPLE

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Gospel Recording Artist Ajae Uses Music To Encourage PECULIAR PEOPLE

Media contact:         Cyrus Webb, Director of Publicity
                               Nebo Publishing
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At a time when many are just following the trends and ideas of the day, Gospel recording artist Ajae is encouraging men and women of God to be proud of being different. His new single PECULIAR PEOPLE, released July 3, 2012, shares that message, reminding Christians of the blessings as being set apart for a purpose.

Ajae realized his own purpose early in life. The Hartford, CT native has been in love with music for most of his life, performing his own songs since 1997.

Though he initially garnered attention as an R&B singer, Ajae realized that he had been called for something more. His new music is not only a testament to the calling he feels on his life, but a reminder that the gift he has been given is not about him but the God within him.

Presented by Greater Sound Records, PECULIAR PEOPLE is now available online wherever music is sold and can be requested at your favorite radio station. For more information about Ajae visit http://www.ajaemusic.com/. For servicing and booking contact Charles Clark at cclark@nebopublishing.com or 1.716.239.4370, ext. 101.

Gospel Today's Roland Hairston Joins Brotha Magazine's Advisory Board

Nebo Publishing is pleased to announce that Roland Hairston, publisher of Gospel Today Magazine has joined the Advisory Board of Brotha Magazine.

"Roland is someone that I have a great deal of respect for," says Charles Clark, President of Nebo Publishing and Editor-In-Chief of Brotha Magazine. "To have his support in moving Brotha Magazine to the next level is something that I appreciate. It is a real honor and blessing."

In a recent interview with Brotha Magazine Hairston said that he saw Gospel Today as "a vehicle...to continue to share what is going on in the kingdom and to disciple and create the next generation of kingdom movers,shakers." Clark believes that he will bring that same mission to Brotha Magazine as a member of the board.

Of the appointment, Hairston remarked, "The mission of Brotha Magazine is something that is near and dear to me. Men need environments where they can be honest and transparent in learning from one another and growing. I look forward to partnering with Charles Clark and the Brotha Magazine team to help serve men and equip them to lead Godly lives."

The Brotha Magazine Advisory Board is comprised of a select group of women and men who show their support for the publication and give back to the African-American Christian male community helping provide leadership, motivation and inspiration. Members of the Brotha Magazine Advisory Board are called upon to offer advice in their areas of expertise to the publication's staff on how to best tailor the publication to meet the needs of the African-American Christian male community.

It is believed that the board will be able to operate with Brotha Magazine's mission statement in mind, staying committed to targeting the African American male committed to a Christian lifestyle.

For more information, contact Charles Clark at clark@nebopublishing.com or call 1-716-239-4370 ext.101.