Martha Munizzi Make It Loud

(Orlando, FL) - April 26, 2011 - Martha Munizzi, one of gospel music’s most endearing worshipers, has released her highly-anticipated CD, Make It Loud. A clarion call for God’s people to share their faith with boldness, Make It Loud is the artist’s 6th live recording. The GRAMMY Nominee and Dove and Stellar Award winner is known for her passionate praise and her unique ability to touch believers of all races. Recognized as the top-selling independent artist in gospel music and a top Billboard-charting artist, Munizzi’s Make It Loud is already being touted as the worship leader’s best yet. The new project features the talents of William McDowell, Michael Gungor, Jonathan Stockstill, Lori Morrison, Daniel Eric Groves and the debut of Danielle Munizzi, daughter of Martha and Dan Munizzi.

“Excellent”, the lead single, is a rousing and hyperactive cut about the awesomeness of God. Destined to be sung by praise teams in churches nationwide, it’s the perfect song to give God radical praise. The dynamic horn section and superior musicianship is eclipsed only by the anointed vocals of Martha and her background singers. Other memorable cuts include the jaw-dropping title cut, a clever mix of rock and pop, and the infectious, declarative “My God Is A Big God” featuring William McDowell and Jeff Smith. Fellow worshiper Jonathan Stockstill contributes on the worshipful, “No One Higher” and to the sweet sounds of “I Know That You Love Me”, also highlighting vocals of Christian artist Michael Gungor. Danielle Munizzi, a worshiper in her own right, writes and sings the beautiful “Your Love Oh God” while Daniel Eric Groves co-writes (along with Martha) the reflective ballad “Fill Me”. “Until”, another amazing cut, with its jazzy elements and impeccable harmonies, closes out the 12-track musical masterpiece.

Martha says about Make It Loud, her first self-produced CD, “This CD is about being bold in our faith. But not just by declaring it, but living it. Whether it’s loving or giving or restoring or worshiping, let’s do it with some fervor and passion - like we never have before. Let’s be more intentional in what we do. Let’s have our lives purposely make a statement of faith to change the hearts and the minds of this culture.”

Upcoming Appearances:

4/26 (Release Day) Taping: Trinity Broadcast Network (KDTX TV-58, 2823 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, TX - 972-313-1333)

4/26 Taping: DayStar’s Celebration - Dallas, TX

4/27 - 7PM Calvary Church (4401 N Hwy 161, Irving, TX - 972-261-1919)

4/30 - 7PM Coppin State University (PEC College Arena, 2500 West North Avenue
Baltimore, MD - 410-521-4783)

5/1 Jericho City of Praise (8501 Jericho City, Landover, MD)
8AM, 11AM, 4:30PM (Full Concert)

5/7-8 Trinity Church (655 NW 125th St., N. Miami, FL - 305-685-8577)

5/14 - 8PM Potter’s House Church (7051 Pershing Avenue, Orlando, FL - 407.736.8701)

5/21 - 12PM New Direction Christian Church (6120 Winchester Road, Memphis, TN - 901-333-6812)

5/22 - 10AM Cathedral of Praise Assemblies of God (8200 Macon Road, Cordova, TN - 901-755-1540)

5/30 - 6/4 Cruise with A Cause (Port of Miami - Destination: Jamaica)

For more information about Martha Munizzi, log on to www.marthamunizzi.com

MUSIC MAVEN KIRK FRANKLIN TEAMS UP WITH AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY: Partnership feeds fans the word of God daily

While Kirk Franklin, the biggest selling contemporary Christian artist in Soundscan history is reportedly taking a hiatus from recording, the constant innovator is channeling his creative efforts with the American Bible Society (ABS) to share the real inspiration behind his music – The Bible.

Franklin has partnered with ABS for “The Bible is My Guide,” a national program that meshes the Bible and technology to motivate young people to engage with God’s Word.

“Kirk’s music is inspiring a generation of music fans with the life changing message of the Bible,” said Lamar Vest, president and CEO of the American Bible Society.

The American Bible society said the ultimate goal is to get people in Franklin’s demographic to read the Bible more often. His enormous fan base includes Miley Cyrus who called Franklin her “favorite person to listen to in the shower” (Access Hollywood).

Franklin will encourage his fans to send him a text messages about their favorite Kirk Franklin songs during his upcoming summer concerts. He will text them back and some of the texts from the audience will appear on the screens. From the stage, Franklin will encourage fans to read the book that is the source of inspiration for his greatest hits. Said Franklin, “I’ve found the process of reading the Bible and writing a song is life-changing, and I’m always eager to share the inspiration behind my music. Being a part of the American Bible Society’s ‘Bible is My Guide’ project is a huge statement about the man I am trying to become.”

After the concert fans will continue to receive daily Bible verses sent directly to their mobile phone free of charge.

Technology has made it possible for anyone to receive Bible verses. The American Bible Society will disseminated Bible verses via email, voicemail, text message, podcast and RSS feed free of charge to anyone who subscribes at Kirk.AmericanBible.org.