Project Is First Out Of The Gate From Behind The Veil Records

(Tampa, FL) – July 2, 2009 - Toni Rackard is a new voice in gospel music, but not for long. The talented soprano has been singing gospel music all her life, but recently decided to step out on faith to record her debut release. Are You Ready For War? is the title of a dynamic new project from the artist. A collection of contemporary gospel, urban gospel, praise and worship and Contemporary Christian music, Are You Ready For War? is a declaration of battle and the pronouncement of spiritual warfare for the Christian. The 12-track CD was released on June 30, 2009 on Behind The Veil Records and is being marketed, promoted and distributed by Edmondson Communications, Inc.

The Praise & Worship Leader of Jesus People Family Worship Center in Tampa, Florida, Rackard delivers strong performances throughout the project. The lead single, “Unconditional Love” is a bouncy, funky cut with an R&B feel. “The song ‘Unconditional Love’ is so precious to me, because it talks about another level of intimacy with God”, says Toni. “The track is really about giving God our whole heart so that some of our old ways will die off,” concludes the singer. “I Can See The Light”, another single from the CD, is a song for the tough times that some are currently going through. Almost like a modern day psalm, it allows the listener to cut through all the challenges and darkness and focus on The Light. Concept videos have been created for both singles; fans can view them at Myspace.com/ToniRackard or on YouTube.

A singer and songwriter, Rackard tapped Lewis Bryant as the CD’s producer. Toni is supporting the project with a number of performance dates including Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church in Clearwater, Florida on July 18th and a concert at the Citadel of Life Cathedral in Orlando on September 12th. For more information about Toni Rackard, go to www.ToniRackard.com or www.MySpace.com/ToniRackard.

With less than a month on the market, the first single from gospel phenom Fred Hammond’s new CD could turn out to be the gospel hit of the summer.

“They That Wait” features John P. Kee and is #1 in rotation at gospel radio stations around the country.

“This is a great summer time song. It is signature Fred Hammond,” Mike Changler, GM/Owner REJOICE 100.9 told Gospelflava.com.

Called the architect of urban praise and worship, Hammond adds another melodious notch to his belt with the upcoming CD release entitled LOVE UNSTOPABLE.

The CD will be in stores in September. And first release is available for purchase now at iTunes, Amazon.com and all digital providers.

This will be Hammond’s sixth CD release through his Verity Records label since leaving the Black gospel group Commissioned.

ATLANTA - Last night’s Season Four premiere of Gospel Music Channels (GMC) American Idol-style talent search series Gospel Dream had a little bit of everything: rousing performance highs, disappointing performance lows; tears of joy, tears of sorrow; judges praise, judges criticism; contestants moving on, contestants going home; drama, comedy and much more. (Viewers can catch special encores of the season premiere episode Sat. June 27 (8:00 P.M., 1:00 A.M.) and Sunday, June 28 (8:00 P.M., 11:00 P.M.) on GMC. All times eastern.

The judges deciding the fate of the contestants are: Michelle Williams from the GRAMMY- winning group Destinys Child; One of Gospel musics most prolific talents, J. Moss; and one of the music industry’s most respected executives, Mitchell Solarek. Kimberley Locke, the first American Idol alumnae to debut at #1 on the Billboard charts with a non-Idol single, serves as co-host along with Mike Kasem (MTVs Top 20 Video Countdown American Top 10). In addition, two major musical artists will serve as surprise coaches during the season. The theme for the Gospel Dreams fourth season: The Greatest Inspirational Songs of All Time.

Twenty-six people were sent home last night with the judges selecting these contestants as the Top Ten Finalists:

Multi-platinum selling R&B/Gospel Superstars BeBe & CeCe Winans are together again ready to release their first album together in over 15 years. As fan anticipation mounts, BeBe and CeCe have released their single Close to You on ITunes so fans can get a taste of what is to come.

On Tuesday, June 30, diehard followers and newcomers alike can experience what many have been waiting for, a sample of BeBe and CeCe’s forthcoming project. The Close To You single has already received rave reviews across the airwaves and for those who have yet to experience the chemistry this dynamic duo has, hold on to your seat!

Beginning their career together in 1987, this dynamic duo has garnered many successes with the crossover hits “Heaven”, “Addictive Love”, “I’ll Take You There” and “I’m Lost Without You”.

BeBe and CeCe’s 20 year career in music includes multiple platinum and gold albums in both the Gospel and R&B music genres, numerous awards including 5 Grammy Awards, 8 Doves Awards, over 12 Stellar Awards, 2 NAACP Awards, 12+ charting R&B singles, and countless #1 Christian and Gospel radio singles.

BeBe and CeCe are planning their Reunion Tour for Fall 2009. It’s a date you won’t want to miss. Keep watching for details.