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OKLAHOMA

1G.O.P. (ONE GENERATION OF PRAISE) One Generation of Praise (more commonly known as "1 G.O.P.") represents the radical musical expression of a generation of youth crying for their voices to be heard by both God and humanity. This multi-talented group of people travel from Tulsa, Oklahoma across the U.S., bringing the inspirational message of God's unconditional love to the beat of a very different drum. The group's style, deliberately un-inhibited by religion, tradition, or classification combines unique instrumental and vocal elements, to effectively convey their message.

INDIANA

JAMES ANDREWS AND NEW SEASONS In November of 1999, it was revealed by God unto James Andrews to bring all the youth in Indianapolis together for one night of unity and praise. On January 1st of 2000, at Grace Apostolic Church the vision was made reality. Over 100 or so young people came together to sing praises unto God. Many souls were touched and saved. Just two months later, this same anointing birthed New Seasons Ministry. Young people from various denominations joined to be a part of this great endeavor. Since the beginning of New Seasons, God has shown great favor, allowing the ministry to see many give their lives to Christ.

OHIO

TONYA BAKER Singing since the age of 11, Tonya knows that it is God who has brought her to this place in her life and given her an assignment: to minister His word to the world through song. "More than just another singer, God wants someone whose life will be a testimony of His goodness and grace toward His people. I believe people are looking for a life (that exemplifies Christ and His character) more than just another good song. That is what empowers me to not only sing for Him and His glory, but to live for Him as well."

WISCONSIN

JEVON BROCK & RESTORATION Emerging from a season of change, Jevon D. Brock and Restoration is back with their third album 8, A New Beginning released on Grace Records LLC. Brock and Restoration entered the Gospel Music scene in 2003 when they released their debut album "...Beyond Limitations" and then followed up with a sophomore release " Another Opportunity" in 2006. They have shared the stage with both Gospel Music legends and R&B sensations.

MARYLAND

BRANDON CAMPHOR & ONE WAY What began as just another opportunity to play with other musicians, quickly evolved into the potential for something fresh for this generation. Now, after a year in ministry together, Brandon Camphor & OneWay are boldly proclaiming that we are the generation who can change the world. Under the leadership of singer, songwriter, producer, Brandon Camphor, OneWay is comprised of an eclectic group of singers Angela Jones, Jayna Cullens, and Fred Cleveland and musicians Joshua Davies, Jerome Baylor, Matthew Wimbush, Myron Mollon, Steven Duffy, and Larry Mack.

KENTUCKY

JASON CLAYBORN & THEE ENSEMBLE Jason Clayborn is the "King of R&P" -- that's Rhythmn & Praise! Jason, formally of the Stellar Nominated "Righteous Riders," has been called and anointed by God to lead the Kingdom into a new genre of Praise and Worship! Thee Ensemble was founded by Jason Clayborn & Gavine Fitzpatrick several years ago and God has had His hand on this ministry from the very beginning. Their sound is smooth and lyrically correct as each song is based on the WORD OF GOD!

WISCONSIN

ERIC CROSS Eric Cross began rapping at the age of six and continued throughout his early teens. Although crafting his art became a way of life, Eric did not feel the calling to reach a lost and dying world through hip-hop until 2001. Five years later he dropped his first solo project The Message which awarded him Milwaukee's Holy Hip-Hop Artist of the Year. He signed to premier Christian hip-hop label Beatmart in early 2007.

WISCONSIN

DA'QUELA "What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun...or does it explode?" For Gospel newcomer, Da'Quela, her dream of becoming the next great Gospel artist took more of a "big bang" turn in a direction she had, oddly enough, almost given up on. EMI Gospel, the label known for nurturing some of the industry's most amazing talent from career infancy to stardom, brings Da'Quela to center stage with her debut release entitled Blue Sky.

WISCONSIN

DARNELL DAVIS & THE REMNANT Darnell Davis & The Remnant is a community based gospel ensemble with a ministry & musical style that that extends across traditional, contemporary and urban landscapes, allowing the group to reach many with the powerful message of the gospel. While The Remnant was established in 2004, the group is made up of seasoned professionals and veterans in the gospel industry. Founder and director, F. Darnell Davis is and has been the key writer for many of the Twin Cities best known gospel groups, including Excelsior, James Grear & Company, and the Sounds Of Blackness.

OHIO

ESTEE Phenomenal Gospel music vocalist. Accomplished pianist and keyboard player. Prolific writer of more than 100 songs. Dynamic music arranger and producer. These are just a few phrases that describe Estee (AKA Shon Hubble), Gospel artist extraordinaire. Estee's musical prowess emerged at the tender age of 3, when she began playing a little battery operated organ her older sister had received as a Christmas present. "Before long I began to hear songs in TV commercials and then pick them out on my keyboard. Pretty soon whatever I would hear I could pick it up and play it on my keyboard. I'm pretty much like a juke box." She began writing songs in middle school, when she formed a Gospel singing group called Proverbs that performed her songs at churches in her hometown of Cincinnati,

SOUTH CAROLINA

F.O.C.U.S. December 25, 1997 marked the day of the birth of F.O.C.U.S. (Followers of Christ Upholding Standards). In August of 1997, Gove gave the vision of F.O.C.U.S. to Wayne Ravenell. Wayne then organized a group of the city's best, vibrant, gifted, and anointed young adults. This group of vivacious, colorful and unique Levitical priests intends to reconcile souls to God through a radical and innovative praise and worship experience, while yet being examples of holiness and righteousness

DELAWARE

FRONTLYNAZ Culture shocking, trend setting, influential, powerful: that is the Frontlynaz. Frontlynaz are ushering in the new age of hip hop/ RAP music. "Game Over" is bringing hot culture shocking rhymes, top notch production, and beyond the norm hip hop...all wrapped around a message of purpose. They've burst on the scene and have already performed in numerous states: DE, MD, PA, NY, NJ, NC, FL, TN & VA. This is not just a group, but a force -- a source of true inspiration for a new generation of music listeners.

VIRGINIA

G.I. (GOD'S IMAGE) GI consists of four anointed and appointed young gentlemen by the names of Branden, Marlon, Curtis, and Lamonte. The group has been singing together across the world for 10 years. They are singers, dancers, songwriters, and musicians. It is rare that you find all of these talents wrapped up into one unit. At many of their concerts, right after they wow you with a choreographed set, they will grab their instruments and sing/play the next set.

NEW JERSEY

J. MICHAEL & W2 Founded by J. Michael Anderson, Without Walls aka "W2" was birthed in March of 2005 at St. Paul Sounds of Praise Church in Newark, New Jersey. W2 is composed of several mature and innovative followers of Christ that are destined to utilize their musical and spiritual gifts in excellence, humility and love.

MISSOURI

J'SON With rough vocals and gritty punch-lines as his trademark, J'son encourages believers to be poured into (discipled) by those who are more seasoned in the faith. He then challenges them to understand that they are called to pour their life into someone else. The Christ exalting jam with hard drums and rock feel titled "Who Is He" - J'son and Lecrae team up to express the importance of how seeing Christ for who he is should affect our daily lives.

NEW JERSEY

J-S.O.U.L. What would you call music that brings a touch of gospel blended with a hint of blues and rock uniting contemporary R&B and 70's style funk all merged with elements of hip hop? We would all simply call it "great music" but when it comes down to it, it's just soul or J-S.O.U.L., if you will. With strong influences from the great gospel quartets such as the Soul Stirrers along with the Williams Brothers, the Mighty Clouds of Joy, Sam Cooke, Donnie Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, and Musiq SoulChild, J-S.O.U.L. can be recognized by a unique groove that has redefined soul music, as we know it.

MISSOURI

LECRAE From the beginning of his music ministry, Lecrae's heart has always been dedicated to broadening the fans view of who God truly is. Now after extensive touring opportunities across the U.S. to large and small venues, from churches to outdoor stages with audiences ranging from the inner-city to the suburbs, Lecrae has gained a first-hand insight of the issues and struggles that people are facing. After having a chance to see how so many music fans, particularly the youth, are infatuated with modern-day rappers and multi-media stardom, Lecrae wants them to instead become infatuated with Jesus Christ.

MARYLAND

KEVIN LEVAR & ONE SOUND Gospel music's newest singer/songwriter Kevin LeVar, is truly a man after God's own heart. He brings a new sound of worship to the gospel music industry produced by his commitment to prayer. A man on a mission, Kevin LeVar is determined to reach the world through his debut project entitled, "Let's Come Together." His musical style crosses all genres with a multicultural appeal embracing past, present, and future generations. Over the years Kevin has written Praise, Worship, Latino, and Caribbean style songs, as well as Calypso, Gospel Love, Big Band, Rock, Ballads, and more.