Episode 199: Gospel Memories - November 16, 2024

11/16/24 • 59 min

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Words and music with Carl Matthes, who in the early to mid-1960s worked with Jim Ball of Ball Records to record soloists, groups, and choirs, mainly from Los Angeles churches. Hear what LA gospel sounded like before the contemporary period. How many soon-to-be-famous musicians and singers can you identify on the selections?

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Episode 198: Gospel Memories - November 9, 2024

William Luck is the guest host this week, with topical selections on the mood of the nation. Tracks from the Salem Travelers (pictured), Capitalaires, Curtis Carrington Family, Alberta Kay Sanders, Barbara Dane feat. the Chambers Brothers, and others.

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Episode 200: Gospel Memories - November 23, 2024

This episode includes selections from Ella Jenkins (pictured), Angelic Gospel Singers & Dixie Hummingbirds, Friendly Gospel Singers of Chicago, New Jersey Mass Choir, Golden Gate Quartet, Kelly Brothers, Metropolitan Male Ensemble, and others.