Freda Payne’s “Legendary Ladies of Jazz” at Hollywood’s Catalina Jazz Club was more than a concert. It was an unforgettable birthday celebration filled with jazz standards, soul classics, stories about Dinah Washington, Lena Horne, Duke Ellington, and a living legacy handed directly to the audience.
Remembering 9/11 is more than recalling a date in history: it is honoring the people whose lives, laughter, dreams, and love continue to matter. GospelRhythms shares this heartfelt tribute to Michael S. Baksh, a cherished friend whose memory remains a blessing 25 years after September 11, 2001. With faith, compassion, and dignity, we remember the person beyond the tragedy and reflect on the call to live forward with greater love, gratitude, and hope.
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Goodbye, clichés; hello, reality. In 2026, faith-based cinema is undergoing a massive revolution, trading “cookie-cutter” stereotypes for nuanced, gritty realism. From “inside-out” cultural accuracy to the rise of independent creators, discover why this year is the turning point for stories that finally reflect the beautiful, messy truth of a life lived in faith.
Oscar season dazzles, but the real story lies in the work of Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler. Their faith-driven collaboration reminds the world that storytelling is a powerful tool for unity, hope, and healing—even amid the pain of war and the weight of hurtful leadership. Every role, every frame, every narrative carries a message: faith and creativity can transform hearts, minds, and communities.
WHAT WE DO: We celebrate, support and promote Christians and Christians in the entertainment industry across the board.
WHO WE ARE: We are on a mission to utilize our various media platforms in a cutting edge way to showcase the many gifts in the body of Christ to encourage and uplift one another and have fun!
HOW TO CONNECT: Hit us up at TheWordJams@GospelRhythms.com or at 818.822.2259 if you wish to partner with us as we position our brand to go global for Christ! #EMPOWERED2SHINE #MARK16:15
One flower became one moment. One moment touched a life. One life helped inspire a mission. Now that mission is traveling across six stops and 41 days with one message: NEVER GIVE UP. NEVER QUIT. Read Sharon Johnson’s powerful story and the movement taking mental health awareness, kindness, and hope on the road.
Jasmine Guy’s return as Whitley Gilbert-Wayne should have been a celebration of legacy. Instead, online ageism exposed how uncomfortable society remains with women growing older, especially Black women. Here’s why every year lived is worthy of honor, not critique.
The 57th GMA Dove Awards arrive October 6 with a powerful Richard Smallwood tribute, Kirk Franklin as host, and a cross-generational lineup proving that gospel music is ready for the world’s biggest stage.