Gospel Tent

[Jada]

I love catching some of the gospel groups at Fest. I need some help though. I only know the names of a few of the groups/artist that play. Does anyone have the names of some must see acts? Where is Jordan when I need him? :)

[ibjamn]

My one must see every year is The Johnson Extension, but one of my old students is in that group. However they are phenomenal!

[Jada]

Thanks. I've seen The Bester Singers, The Golden Wings, The Crown Seekers, Xavier University Gospel Choir, Zulu Ensemble Male Chorus and a few others but I don't really remember any others.

[pokerchick66]

I love catching some of the gospel groups at Fest. I need some help though. I only know the names of a few of the groups/artist that play. Does anyone have the names of some must see acts? :)

Jada, what about Irma Thomas' tribute to Mahalia Jackson?

[Jada]

Jada, what about Irma Thomas' tribute to Mahalia Jackson?
That goes w/o saying :D

[Michelino]

I love catching some of the gospel groups at Fest. I need some help though. I only know the names of a few of the groups/artist that play. Does anyone have the names of some must see acts? Where is Jordan when I need him? :)

Personally I wouldn't feel it was Jazzfest without seeing at least two or three of the following: Zion Harmonizers, Mighty Chariots (where are they on the schedule BTW?) , Rocks of Harmony, Crown Seekers, Coolie Family, Voices of Distinction and the Golden Wings. Of course any group with "Choir" as part of their name always has potential.

[mrSteve]

The Bumble Bees are a troupe of trombonists from a branch of the United
House of Prayer gospel church.

"They normally don't (perform) outside the church," Quint Davis said. "We've
been trying to get them for years. It's a brass band, but a sanctified
brass band with 14 trombones

[Michelino]

The Bumble Bees are a troupe of trombonists from a branch of the United
House of Prayer gospel church.

"They normally don't (perform) outside the church," Quint Davis said. "We've
been trying to get them for years. It's a brass band, but a sanctified
brass band with 14 trombones

Wow, thanks...looks like "The Holy Bones" are playing second weekend, if I am there...I'm there!

[Jada]

Thanks for all the info.

[funkkjunkie]

I've been listening to as many artists as I can find on the www. I highlighted Rocks of harmony and val and love alive with the dimensions of faith for first weekend. Haven't gotten to 2nd yet.
Hey festydave, are we going to have artist bios this year? :cool:

[swag]

Jada, what about Irma Thomas' tribute to Mahalia Jackson?

I doubt that one will be in the Gospel tent. The (phenomenal) tribute to Sister Rosetta Tharpe was in the Blues Tent, so that's my guess for this one too.

And damn straight I'll be present for that one.

[jazzbluesguy]

I never miss NOLA's own "Shades of Praise". This is an interracial, interdenominational choir that just rocks the message. Some truly great voices. Also don't miss Dottie Peoples she is amazing.

Then again I hardly ever walk past the Gospel tent without stopping, it's all great.

[KeyWest Bruce]

The gospel tent is my favorite venue at Jazz Fest. There have been many occasions when I was at another stage and when I came back to the gospel tent, some choir that I missed (only because you gotta miss something) was bringing the house down! So, you never know who's gonna rock the tent...most of the choirs are regular names that are booked every year and they are all wonderful. A personal favorite is The Mighty Chariots of Fire....and I noticed as well that they are not on the schedule. That was one of the first names that I looked for. However, the grids are not out yet and I know there are more names than on the lineup that has been released. Also, they are from New Orleans, so I'm hoping. Awesome group!

[Michelino]

The Mighty Chariots are also one of my favorites...here's a picture I took from a few years that kinda of captures the spirit of the tent when they are "on fire."

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i193/Michelino/NOJHF/MightyChariots400.jpg

[Jordan]

I tend to favor the smaller groups like the Johnson Extension or Crownseekers (first weekend) or Holmes Brothers (probably on the blues stage) Melody Clouds of Joy (second weekend). Bottom line is I still get the gospel acts a bit confused. I find that the gambit usually describes the number of people in the group, and that is a pretty good guide for me. This year I swear I'll write down the names of the acts I love.

[Jada]

There you are!!!! :D

[peteup]

I love this thread. Thanks y'all for the suggestions.

[glinda]

Oh, yea, Johnson extension is a must. And Val Love alive. Both fabulous.

Last year (following some supplemental cookies for breakfast), a couple friends and I were giggling about Bonerama, who they'd seen the day before for the first time. We were grabbing a bite before heading over to the Gospel tent for the Johnson Extension. My friend Jim was eating a very loooong sausage sandwich - it was sticking way out of the bun. We all looked at it and and pronounced - Jim don't need no johnson extension!

When were heard their magical sounds, we begged God's forgiveness for making their name a dirty joke. And we felt it immediately, all our sins washed away in the gospel tent.

[NeenAtlanta]

The Bumble Bees are a troupe of trombonists from a branch of the United
House of Prayer gospel church.

"They normally don't (perform) outside the church," Quint Davis said. "We've
been trying to get them for years. It's a brass band, but a sanctified
brass band with 14 trombones

Whoa - thanks for the heads up. That one just moved to a "must-see" for me!

[PaulC]

Whoa - thanks for the heads up. That one just moved to a "must-see" for me!

Agreed,... many thanx Mr. Steve.............

[Terry]

I love catching some of the gospel groups at Fest. I need some help though. I only know the names of a few of the groups/artist that play. Does anyone have the names of some must see acts? Where is Jordan when I need him? :)
The First Baptist Church Of Algiers Choir, one of my highlights from last year.

[funkkjunkie]

YYR about the bumblebees. Read about them when the lineup was released and they are definitely a must see.

[Zydekitten]

My favorites (when I get my Gospel on):

- Campbell Brothers (although they're usually in the Blues Tent now)
- Mighty Clouds of Joy
- Mighty Chariots (basically all of the Mighties)
- Aaron Neville (he does an incredible gospel set)
- Shades of Praise

But I only wish the "white" hymns I endured as a kid had half of the soul and true emotion as what I hear in the Gospel Tent at JF!!

[glinda]

OH yea, the bumblebees sound like a must-see. Depending on the schedule, 'course.

[PaulC]

OH yea, the bumblebees sound like a must-see. Depending on the schedule, 'course.

You just triggered a huge FOMS attack.......

I just gotta see those bumble bees..... dependin', course.......

took a quick search,.. can't find them but lots of other different singin' and palyin' bees buzzin' around,.. here's a zydeco version: http://www.seapeace.org/bumblebees.html

And the Irish version: http://www.anu.ie/bumblebees/

[bluedog]

ohhh I'm liking this thread! I loves to hear me some gospel ... but .... I cry like a school girl when I hear it. I just can't contain the emotion it brings up inside ... :o but I will pack the waterproof mascara :)

[funkkjunkie]

I do wish we were getting the campbell bros this year, zk.

[mrSteve]

bump for more Gospel!

[Cleophus]

The Campbell Brothers set in 2005 might have been the most electrifying, dynamic set I've ever seen at JazzFest.

Did anyone see them last year at the Old Point Bar? I missed those shows, and I regret it.

[Jordan]

I did see them at the old point and it was the best live show I have ever seen. Sorry to those who missed it, but don't miss it next time. I was talking to Chuck Campbell one night after a gig at BB Kings in NYC and was thanking him for that wonderful night of music. He was so glad I loved it because he thought it was one of the best gigs they have ever played, but wasn't sure it translated to the audience. I assured him that it translated allright!

[Cleophus]

I did see them at the old point and it was the best live show I have ever seen. Sorry to those who missed it, but don't miss it next time.

Thank you for the review -- but you're killing me! :-)
I will definitely not miss them next time.

[saturn]

The Campbell Brothers set in 2005 might have been the most electrifying, dynamic set I've ever seen at JazzFest.

Did anyone see them last year at the Old Point Bar? I missed those shows, and I regret it.

Saw the Campbell Brothers last summer in Vancouver -- and they were amazing. An absolutely electrifying performance.

[ohio]

Saw the Campbell Brothers last summer in Vancouver -- and they were amazing. An absolutely electrifying performance.
They are, and they are the 'real' thing, unlike the homogenized music of Robt Randolph...

Oh sh*t, I'm in trouble now!

[Jordan]

Relax Ohio, I'm sure RRFB have much respect for the Campbells

[saturn]

Relax Ohio, I'm sure RRFB have much respect for the Campbells

I think that Ohio is more worried about Corona chewing out his ass for that remark. :p

I like both RRFB and the Campbells -- and you can certainly trace the linkages.

[ohio]

ding ding ding, we have a winner! Kathie you know me too well.

[Michelino]

They are, and they are the 'real' thing, unlike the homogenized music of Robt Randolph...

Oh sh*t, I'm in trouble now!

Last night we saw Eric Bibb (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=31694200)who had Darick Campbell sit in for the last five songs in a little old club about two blocks from my house. Just the two of them, but that forty minutes or so is one the absolute highlights of the last few years for my wife and myself. Eric said he wants to team up with the whole Campbell band sometime in the future. But, oh my, if they just live up to what Eric and Darick laid down here last night...wow...don't miss it. (I heard that they headed out to a local recording studio after the concert)

[PaulC]

Last night we saw Eric Bibb (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=31694200)who had Darick Campbell sit in for the last five songs in a little old club about two blocks from my house. Just the two of them, but that forty minutes or so is one the absolute highlights of the last few years for my wife and myself. Eric said he wants to team up with the whole Campbell band sometime in the future. But, oh my, if they just live up to what Eric and Darick laid down here last night...wow...don't miss it. (I heard that they headed out to a local recording studio after the concert)

Caught Eric Bibb in Tellirude this past fall,... top notch talent... The Campbell set in the blues tent 2-3 years ago easily ranks in the top five of my all time fest sets.... The Brothers were "ON" that day and that young lady they had playin' with them was also an incredible talent... Have never been a big fan of the tent but that day sure made me forget all that...

Listenin' to The Staple Singers beltin' out "Respect Yourself" right now and all those super fine memories of the past combined with such a great tune makes me a happy boy indeed......

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

We were lucky enough to catch the Campbell Brothers in the Blues Tent in 05 and last year at The Old Point. I told each one of them during their first break at the Old Point that they were the best of JF 05! The Campbell Brothers in a small venue just does not get any better. Wishing for a club date this year.

[glinda]

bumpin for frangooch... here ya go!

[frangooch]

bumpin for frangooch... here ya go!

Grazie.

[Swamp Girl]

The Bumble Bees are a troupe of trombonists from a branch of the United
House of Prayer gospel church.

"They normally don't (perform) outside the church," Quint Davis said. "We've
been trying to get them for years. It's a brass band, but a sanctified
brass band with 14 trombones

Holy s&*t! (respectin' the churchgoers..hehe!) I'm THERE please tell me that is second weekend!

[Swamp Girl]

Caught Eric Bibb in Tellirude this past fall,... top notch talent... The Campbell set in the blues tent 2-3 years ago easily ranks in the top five of my all time fest sets.... The Brothers were "ON" that day and that young lady they had playin' with them was also an incredible talent... Have never been a big fan of the tent but that day sure made me forget all that...

Listenin' to The Staple Singers beltin' out "Respect Yourself" right now and all those super fine memories of the past combined with such a great tune makes me a happy boy indeed......

hmmmmm.....Mavis in the Gospel tent would be truly "righteous" !

[Dr. A.]

yes, thanks for the notice. this promises to be quite good. i have some of the early house of prayer records-the ones with daddy "g" and the church street five and they rock pretty hard, in a secular fashion. i have never heard these guys, but they rise to the top of the list based on pedigree.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Caught the Campbells last year on Friday night but for some unknown reason I missed their performance Saturday night. What in the hell was I thinking. I have to agree also, 2005 JF the Campbell Brothers were my highlight! Did anyone attend the Sat. night show?

[mamaroux]

You used to be able to find Aaron in the Gospel tent on Sunday mornings. In 2000 or 2001 I was standing by the back of the tent, cafe au lait in hand, listening, when he bumped into me, just as I had raised my cup to my lips, and sent my coffee spilling down the front of my dress. He grabbed a napkin and started dabbing at me, putting one hand on my shoulder and telling me how sorry he was. I don't think I ever say a word, but I sure smiled a lot. Wow that man has such HUGE arms! He could have dabbed all the wanted.:o

[mrSteve]

bump

[pokerchick66]

You used to be able to find Aaron in the Gospel tent on Sunday mornings. In 2000 or 2001 I was standing by the back of the tent, cafe au lait in hand, listening, when he bumped into me, just as I had raised my cup to my lips, and sent my coffee spilling down the front of my dress. He grabbed a napkin and started dabbing at me, putting one hand on my shoulder and telling me how sorry he was. I don't think I ever say a word, but I sure smiled a lot. Wow that man has such HUGE arms! He could have dabbed all the wanted.:o

Wow, what a nice memory. :)

[funkkjunkie]

fred, I saw the campbells one night. I'm not sure which. At old point bar.

[Festngator]

Jada send me an address and I have a couple gopel sets I can send you including a Blind boys JF set Festngator @ AOL . com

[bluedog]

I was looking at my cubes & this thread to see what groups I should see ... I noticed that Elder Edward Babb & the Madison Bumble Bees are playing both on Sat 5/5 & Fri 5/6 @ 3:20 is that a typo? and The Bumblebees is a "must see" right?

[swag]

I was looking at my cubes & this thread to see what groups I should see ... I noticed that Elder Edward Babb & the Madison Bumble Bees are playing both on Sat 5/5 & Fri 5/6 @ 3:20 is that a typo? and The Bumblebees is a "must see" right?

... and opening Congo Square both days. And being intervied Sunday afternoon. That's 5 slots in all.

[bluedog]

THANX! wow miss that ... virgin eyes, virgin ears ... :o must study better!

[funkkjunkie]

Has anyone here actually seen the bumblebees or we all just excited about the whole idea of 19 trombones?

[Jim]

I saw the Campbell Brothers last year on the Friday night at the Old Point Bar. This was the special show that Marc Stone organized with various special guests including Anders Osborne, Tim Green, Terrance Simien and many others. The show was fantastic! The Saturday show, I believe, was just the Campbell Brothers. Marc Stone is working on a dvd/cd of the Friday show. I've been coming to Jazzfest for many years and the Friday show at the Old Point Bar was one of my all-time highlights. I can't wait for the dvd.

[funkkjunkie]

YYR, jim, that was an awesome show.

[steeleye]

The idea of 18 trombones playing something approaching Gospel has me intrigued. Before I heard Bonerama, I would have never believed that horns could do justice to heavy metal. What did I know?

[stlbarb]

I was looking at my cubes & this thread to see what groups I should see ... I noticed that Elder Edward Babb & the Madison Bumble Bees are playing both on Sat 5/5 & Fri 5/6 @ 3:20 is that a typo? and The Bumblebees is a "must see" right?

they're getting a lot of buzz. :p

[pokerchick66]

they're getting a lot of buzz. :p

LMAO, you're so stupid! :D :D :D

[stlbarb]

LMAO, you're so stupid! :D :D

i know your are, but what am I? :p :p

[Corona]

his spanking is coming.... ;)
Bumblebees 1st set Saturday Congo...that's where we'll be!! Can't WAIT! Then maybe we can catch them again 1 set Sunday if we love them. So cool :)

[bluedog]

Has anyone here actually seen the bumblebees or we all just excited about the whole idea of 19 trombones? well for me it is the whole idea of 19 trombones! daaaaaaaaang!

[pokerchick66]

well for me it is the whole idea of 19 trombones! daaaaaaaaang!

Well now I'm intrigued.

[bluedog]

Well now I'm intrigued. have you heard Bonerama?

[pokerchick66]

have you heard Bonerama?

lol, yes. At the patry last year and at Ingrid's backyard party. Love them!

[bluedog]

yeah they are one of my faves ... was never that big on what that instrument can do .... but now it's a whole different ball game!:D looking forward to catching the Bees!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

I saw the Campbell Brothers last year on the Friday night at the Old Point Bar. This was the special show that Marc Stone organized with various special guests including Anders Osborne, Tim Green, Terrance Simien and many others. The show was fantastic! The Saturday show, I believe, was just the Campbell Brothers. Marc Stone is working on a dvd/cd of the Friday show. I've been coming to Jazzfest for many years and the Friday show at the Old Point Bar was one of my all-time highlights. I can't wait for the dvd.

I don't remember any cameras at that show but I was in "the zone". The music took over my body & soul. I need a Campbell Brothers fix. Maybe the dvd will help. Please keep us updated on any release date.
Thanks, F

[mymecca]

sounds like the bees knees...plus lady tambourine and campbell bros...check, cheque, czech

[Belle]

Is this the same group? If not, very cool slidin' anyway.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0LcYNrZYGQ

[saturn]

Is this the same group? If not, very cool slidin' anyway.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0LcYNrZYGQ

That's the stuff. Greg and I saw them last summer in Vancouver and were blown away!

[Belle]

That's the stuff. Greg and I saw them last summer in Vancouver and were blown away!


My daughter and I just went to church watching this. Wow

[KeyWest Bruce]

I am sitting here absolutely blown away by those YouTube clips of the Campbell Brothers....thanks Belle! The gospel tent is my favorite, although I do make the rounds...and that is exactly the type of rockin' gospel that gets me going. I am so sorry that I did not catch this group at the fest, but unfortunately JF 2005 was one of the two fests I've missed in many years. And to see them in a small club? Oh Lord.......they would've had to pick me up, 'cause I would have been dancing and shaking the whole time. I saved these two amazing clips, and will watch them again from time to time. I thought they were appearing at JF this year from reading the thread, and I just went through the cubes twice, only to realize it won't be this year.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

The Campbell Brothers were the #1 show for me at 2005 JF. Waiting on that dvd to be released.

fyi: For anyone lucky enough to live near one of these cities.

From their web site.


April 13 Harrison, AR Lyric Theater
(870) 391-3504

April 14 Moundridge, KS Old Settlers Inn
(620) 345-2733
[Web Site]

April 15 Omaha, NE Holland Performing Arts Ctr, ClubScott
(402) 661-8440
[Web Site]

April 27 Manchester, NH Saint Anselm College, Dana Center
with Eric Bibb
(603) 641-7710
[Web Site]

April 28 Rutland, VT Holiday Inn
[Web Site]

April 29 Ithaca, NY Chapter House
(607) 277-9782
[Web Site]

June 2 Hagerstown, MD Western Maryland Blues Fest
(301) 739-8577 x116
[Web Site]

June 9 Hot Springs, VA Garth Newel Ctr, VA
(540) 839-5018
[Web Site]

July 8 Fribourg, Switzerland

Aug 10-12 Edmonton, AB, Canada Edmonton Folk Festival
(780) 429-1899
[Web Site]

Sept 7 New Haven, CT Hew Haven Folk Festival
(203) 431-6501
[Web Site]

Sept 13 Urbana, IL Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
(800) 527-2849
[Web Site]

Sept 15 Madison, WI Willy Street Fair
(608) 257-4576
[Web Site]

Jan 26, 2008 Pasadena, CA California Institute of Technology
(626) 395-4654
[Web Site]

April 4, 2008 Erie, PA Mercyhurst College, Mary DeAngelo PAC
with Eric Bibb
(814) 824-3000
[Web Site]

April 10, 2008 Markham, ON, Canada Markham Theatre for Performing Arts
with Eric Bibb
(905) 305-7469
[Web Site]

April 11, 2008 Oakville, ON, Canada Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts
with Eric Bibb
(905) 338-4161
[Web Site]

April 12, 2008 Brampton, ON, Canada Rose Theatre
with Eric Bibb
(905) 874-2800
[Web Site]

[swag]

Harrison, Moundridge, Omaha, Manchester, Rutland, Ithaca, Hagerstown, and Hot Springs?

Wow, not exactly hitting the big cities on that tour, are they.

[funkkjunkie]

Hmmm, Harrison is my old stomping ground. Campbell brothers or juke joint fest? Gonna have to think on that one.

[Jada]

Jada send me an address and I have a couple gopel sets I can send you including a Blind boys JF set Festngator @ AOL . com

Done and thanks:)

[bluedog]

Is this the same group? If not, very cool slidin' anyway.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0LcYNrZYGQ


WOW! now that's a church I could get on board with!!! thanx for posting that!

[funkkjunkie]

Any of you who make it to Memphis and are there on Sunday consider visiting al green's church. The sunday we went, the man himself was not there but it was a wonderful experience. The church holds about 400 but only about 70 were present. We were there from 11-2(because the choir had to be somewhere at 3) and I was not bored for even one itty bitty second.

[Jada]

Bumpin for all the newbies and for the Gospel Tent :)

[sophisticated sissy]

Can't wait!

[Marc Stone]

Just 'cause JF didn't book 'em doesn't mean they wont be here!! Friday May 4th and Saturday May 5th I'm presenting the Campbell Brothers (my favorite band in the world, bar none) at the Old Point Bar in Algiers. the first night is a big benefit for the New Orleans Musicians' Clinic (this is the second year in a row they are coming down for free to play an NOMC benefit at Old Point) with a ton of great guests, Sat. is my band w/ special guests Lynn Drury and Sean C opening for the Campbells.
See my website at www.marcstonemusic.com for advance tix (25% cheeper than at the door) and check the other Campbell Brothers thread on the board.

Thanks!


For immediate release

Marc Stone presents:

SACRED FUNK!!!!

A Concert to benefit the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic

Friday, May 4th 8pm at
The Old Point Bar
545 Patterson St. in Algiers Point, New Orleans

Featuring:

Grandmasters of Sacred Steel from Rochester, NY
THE CAMPBELL BROTHERS
With special guests
WALTER “WOLFMAN” WASHINGTON, SHANNON Mc NALLY, KIRK JOSEPH, ARLEE LEONARD, LYNN DRURY, SEAN C, MARC STONE, EDDIE CROFT, SHAMARR ALLEN and many more!!!

The New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic has been long at the forefront of the efforts to care for New Orleans’ treasured music community. In celebration of their ninth anniversary, we are presenting a very special concert featuring NEA Heritage Award winning Sacred Steel artists The Campbell Brothers and many of New Orleans’ most celebrated musicains. This will be the second meeting of many of these artists. Last year’s concert with Campbell Brothers was a sold out, all night extravaganza that raised over $6,000 for the clinic and gave birth to a new sound called Sacred Funk.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see so many world-class artists in a warm, intimate, great sounding venue. Last year, the Campbell Brothers next major appearance after the Old Point was at Carnegie Hall! Only 180 tickets will be available, so please act fast to insure your place at this incredible event. Great music for a great cause!!!


Tickets will be $40 at the door day of show, or $30 in advance through www.marcstonemusic.com.