Real Gospel with the Xman Podcast

Tim Johnson Interview

Tim Johnson is my guest on the show and we have a great time discussing his song "Your Grace". Find out more about this man of God and how God has used him to do great works! An interview you don't want to miss! 
 
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Deitrick Haddon Interview

Deitrick Haddon returns as my guest you won't be disappointed! He's got news on another movie, another T.V. show, how his church is doing while the country is going through this awful corona-virus pandemic, we talk about his new song, "Open Door Season", and we talk about so many other things, you don't want to miss this interview, trust me! 
 
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Ricky Dillard Interview

This is an incredible interview you really don't want to miss! Ricky Dillard returns as my guest and we talk about music, fashion, musical history, and his new song, "Release", and his album, "Choirmaster". Trust me, you don't want to miss this interview! 
Bio:
This May, Dillard and his New Generation Chorale, better known as New G, will release their eleventh album and their debut recording for Motown Gospel, titled Choirmaster.The multi-Grammy nominated artist recorded a live album in his hometown of Chicago last year. Three singles are currently available digitally: “Since He Came,” “More Abundantly Medley,” and “Release,” featuring Tiff Joy, who penned the group’s “Amazing” the song that held the No.1 on the gospel radio chart for six consecutive months. Other standouts include “The Rooftop,” one of Dillard’s favorite songs by The Mighty Clouds of Joy. It features lead vocals by quartet singer Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson. “Never Failed Me Yet” is a churchy piece rendered by Donisha Ballard.Recently featured in TIME and Rolling Stone articles on Kanye’s pivot to gospel choir music, the innovator has been sharing his gift for gospel with the world for more than three decades, making an immeasurable mark on the genre and inspiring some of the most successful artists in the music industry.A true pioneer, Dillard’s influence can be seen across genres and generations, inspiring the sounds of acts like Kirk Franklin and Kanye West. He has shared the stage with the likes of Patti LaBelle, Jennifer Hudson, Queen Latifah, Debbie Allen, Bonnie Raitt and P. Diddy.“I feel the Lord shifting me into a father/mentor position,” he says. “Ministers of music and other directors are looking to me for mentoring and counsel and people look at us to see what we (New G) are doing next. I’m destined for greatness, I’m going where He said I’m going.”
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Michael Slater & Company Interview

You missed my interview with Michael Slater huh, well, no problem, check it out right now and find out why this amazing man of God has inspired so many people around the world! We talk about his life, ministry, and who are the members of "& Company"? You're sure to be inspired! 
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Travis Greene Interview

He's back, the incredible Travis Greene returns as my guest on Real Gospel and you're in for a treat!
Bio: 
Get inspired with the refreshing sound on Broken Record, the new album from three-time GRAMMY® nominee, acclaimed award-winner Travis Greene, available now. Providing spiritual fuel on the eleven-song project, the chart-topping singer, songwriter and producer delivers high-energy live performances and engaging acoustic moments of reflection, love and hope on his latest album. Always creating the unexpected with his songwriting and sound, Broken Record features the hit singles “Good and Loved,” “Won’t Let Go,” “Respond” and more. Bringing the Broken Record experience on the road, Travis Greene is continuing to travel the world, with stops including Michigan, North Carolina, Texas, Colorado, and California through November 7th, and performing in Africa, with more dates to be announced.
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Latice Crawford Interview

This interview will bless you as Latice Crawford returns as my guest on Real Gospel! Press play now and be blessed.
Bio:
Through her soul stirring performances and life-transforming compositions, singer-songwriter-actress Latice Crawford has become a favorite in the inspirational music & entertainment community. Blessed with a bold, powerful voice that has drawn comparisons to Whitney Houston and Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Crawford's cadre of fans have come to know that the unique musical experience the Bronx, New York native brings stems from a testimony of triumphs and struggles, which she passionately shares in her music.
Raised the daughter of a preacher, Crawford spent much of her early life heavily involved in the church, serving as choir director and lead vocalist for local ensembles. These experiences provided the perfect training ground for the vocal powerhouse to hone her signature sound and gripping delivery of God's message through song.Crawford gained national notoriety during her breakout performances on Season 2 of BET's ‘Sunday Best’, where she achieved second runner up. Following the TV series, she released her self-titled debut album in 2014, which brought the inspiring hit "There". In 2016, Crawford released her sophomore project, 'Diary of A Church Girl'. The critically acclaimed EP garnered Crawford her first Stellar Award nomination, a second Billboard charting album, and brought listeners a deep look into Crawford’s personal relationship with God through songs such as "Author" and “Choose Me". Selfpenned and nakedly autobiographical, the project resonates with authenticity in ways that transcend traditional gospel song story lines.
Crawford's connection with her audience and commitment to ministry extends well beyond that of a traditional recording artist". Crawford recently starred in the 15th anniversary run of the hit musical stage play Crowns. Audiences and critics lauded her performance as "soul-stirring" and "transcendent". Additionally, Crawford is also a contributor to the Huffington Post and Essence, writing on a range of topics to include mental wellness, parenting, race relations, and self-care.
Crawford states, “It is my hope that the story God has given me brings listeners on a relatable journey through the human experience and the power of going through it all with Christ. I want them to know that my story is our story, and that there is a loving God that cares about every aspect of our lives."
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Bonita A. Shelby Interview

This is an interview you will never forget! First Lady Bonita A Shelby is my guest and we talk about her role with the Burning Bush International Mass Choir, ministry and how did the song, "Expect the supernatural" come to be. You don't want to miss this interview! 
Bio: 
Burning Bush International Ministries Mass (BBIM) Choir has been thrilling audiences for over 20 years! Founded by Bishop Don W. Shelby, Jr. and wife, Evangelist Bonita A. Shelby, at a small storefront church in Ypsilanti, MI, BBIM has evolved into a 21st century model of vibrant and energetic praise and worship.
Over 20 years since the first notes were sung by the choir, this talented group of dedicated vocalists and musicians has shared the stage with top-selling Gospel artists like Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Fred Hammond, Dorinda Clark Cole, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Marvin Sapp, Kirk Franklin, CeCe Winans and more. They have been featured on multiple television networks including The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), The Word Network, Impact Network, and TBN, as well as several local TV outlets.
Their debut single “Expect the Supernatural,” an inspiring tune featuring Andrea Paige Shelby – a member of sibling group and rising stars, The Shelby 5 as well as Burning Bush International Choir — is already receiving an enthusiastic welcome, debuting at #22 on the Top 100 Billboard Gospel Digital Music Sales Chart in June.
“‘Expect The Supernatural’ was birthed on a Sunday morning as Bishop [Shelby] preached a powerful word about the supernatural power of God, and how we would be blessed through raising our level of expectancy,” explains First Lady Shelby. “Supernatural is anything that we can’t do through natural means — or those things that seem impossible — but they become possible through God.”
Son, Don Shelby, III, also a member of The Shelby 5, became inspired to write the song during that service. "Expect The Supernatural" is the first release from a forthcoming BBIM Mass Choir project slated to impact later this year.
“It is our prayer that this song reaches hearts, breaks barriers, and is a beam of hope to remind all ages that with God all things are possible. I expect the supernatural and I believe the impossible!” Shelby continues. “My desire is that the world will once again embrace choral music and BBIM Mass Choir helps to start a movement of the rebirthed, reformed, and relevant (Sunday morning) "church choir."
ABOUT THE SHELBYS:Pastor and motivational speaker, Bishop Don William Shelby, Jr., is the Jurisdictional Prelate of Michigan Southwest Fifth Jurisdiction Church of God in Christ, comprised of 42 churches. Along with his wife, Bishop Shelby is Pastor of Burning Bush International Ministries located in Ypsilanti, Jackson, and Westland, Michigan. In 2016, The Shelbys and their 5 children, were season one cast members on the hit Oxygen Network reality TV show, PREACHERS OF DETROIT. The Shelby 5 is comprised of five siblings; Don William Shelby III, Courtney Lucille Shelby, Andrea Paige Shelby, Trenton Blake Shelby, and Amber Lauren-Seth Shelby.
ABOUT BBIM MASS CHOIR:The Burning Bush International Ministries (BBIM) Mass Choir was founded in 1993 by Bishop Don William Shelby, Jr., under the direction of First Lady Bonita Shelby. Growing from just three members, to over 81 members in just over 20 years, BBIM Mass Choir has earned numerous awards and recognition's, including “First Place Winners” for three (3) consecutive years in the Detroit Gospel Showcase and Awards Choir Competition, Regional Winner (Detroit) and National Runner-Up in the How Sweet The Sound Gospel Choir Competition in Atlanta, Georgia (2008), and Regional Winner (Detroit) and Finalist in How Sweet The Sound Gospel Choir Competition in Washington, DC. (2010). In 2013, the choir was invited to audition for America’s Got Talent in Chicago Illinois, and most recently was selected as one of twelve choirs from around the globe to take part in a live recording for the International Choir Showcase 2015 at the T.D. Jakes MegaFest in Dallas, Texas. Through prayer, consecration, and diligence, the BBIM Mass Choir has developed into a gospel music powerhouse! Their focus is to grow in grace and take the world by force, through the medium of music ministry for Jesus Christ.
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Adriann Lewis Freeman Interview

Adriann Lewis Freeman is in the studio with me and we talk about her new album and her new song, "You Been So Good"! She'll share the back drop about this new project and she'll also give us some breaking news about the group, "Rizen", you don't want to miss this powerful and touching interview! 
Bio: 
Adriann Lewis-Freeman is the eldest daughter of Pastor Luciose Lewis Jr. and Kayron Lewis of Saginaw, MI.  She has three siblings, Keith Jenkins, Aundrea Lewis and Ay’Ron Lewis.  Adriann sang her first solo at three years of age, standing on a wooden box at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church (Saginaw, MI) where her mother was the musician, and her father was a deacon.  At twelve years of age, while resting under a piano in a recording studio, Adriann knew that her career would be in singing after hearing her voice replayed from speakers on her first recording, “His the Greatest Friend of All,” with Saginaw Valley Choir under the direction of the late Rev. Jerry Redeemer and her mother, Kayron Lewis.     
Adriann, along with her sister, Aundrea, are the founders of the gospel duo RiZen.  RiZen has recorded three albums hitting the billboard charts at numbers 28, 6, and 3.  They are the recipients of two Stellar Awards, several Dove Awards Nominations, and other countless awards for their musical and anointed vocals.  They have ministered with Stevie Wonder, Yolanda Adams, Shelia E., Vickie Yohe, Byron Cage, Kirk Carr, Kirk Franklin, Fred Hammond, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, James Fortune, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Pastor John P. Kee, Kelly Price, Tom Joyner, Dr. Bobby Jones and many others.  They have also traveled around the United States, Europe, Germany, and Korea to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ through song, and the word of God.   
 December 2008, God, along with Pastor Jimmy D. Greer and the Friendship Baptist Church in Nashville, TN, called her to be the Minister of Music.  Her time at Friendship was just for a season as God had a plan to give her the desire of her heart, which was finishing her college degree and getting re-married.  In 2011, she finished Tennessee State with a B. A. in English.  Finishing her degree was not only for her, but also for her son to see how important education is. After much encouragement, in 2014 she received a Masters of Educational Leadership from Concordia University, Portland, Oregon. Today, she uses her education as a high school teacher for Tenessee’s Public Schools.    
In 2012 she married Pastor Darin G. Freeman Sr. of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Nashville, TN and gained two wonderful children. Together they lead and mentor the people of God in Praise, Worship, Christian Education, and Global Outreach.  Not only is she “Lady A,” but she also serves as the Minister of Worship & Music Arts.   
Adriann has been featured and or collaborated on projects such as VaShawn Mitchell, Everett Drake, Bishop Paul Morton & Full Gospel, J.J. Hairston & First Cathedral Mass Choir, and most recently Brandon Mitchell’s Project “Amazing”. There are other projects that Adriann lend her anointed vocals to.  
Today, Adriann has completed her first solo single, “Prayer Changes Things” which is available on all digital outlets.  Her next single “Joybells” is soon to be released. Adriann believes, “For with God nothing shall be impossible” Luke 1:37 
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