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Influential gospel singers and groups of the 20th and 21st centuries:

 

Here is a bullet list of some of the most influential gospel singers and groups of the 20th and 21st centuries:

  • The Blind Boys of Alabama (founded in 1939): A pioneering Southern gospel vocal group known for their powerful harmonies and a cappella singing.
    Image of Blind Boys of Alabama gospel singers Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • Mahalia Jackson (1911-1972): A legendary gospel singer known for her powerful vocals and passionate performances. She is credited with helping to popularize gospel music to a wider audience.
    Image of Mahalia Jackson gospel singer Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • The Soul Stirrers (founded in 1934): A pioneering gospel group that influenced many other artists, including Sam Cooke and Aretha Franklin.
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  • Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915-1973): A gospel singer, songwriter, guitarist, and yodeler who helped to bridge the gap between gospel and secular music.
    Image of Sister Rosetta Tharpe gospel singer Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • The Staples Singers (formed in the 1930s): A family gospel group known for their socially conscious lyrics and powerful vocals.
    Image of Staples Singers gospel group Opens in a new window www.britannica.com
  • Aretha Franklin (1942-2018): The "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin began her career singing gospel before moving on to secular music. Her powerful voice and soulful delivery influenced countless singers across genres.
    Image of Aretha Franklin gospel singer Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • Al Green (born 1946): A soul and gospel singer known for his smooth vocals and passionate performances.
    Image of Al Green gospel singer Opens in a new window www.amazon.com
  • The Clark Sisters (formed in the 1960s): A gospel singing group known for their innovative sound and energetic performances.
    Image of Clark Sisters gospel group Opens in a new window theclarksisters.net
  • Kirk Franklin (born 1962): A contemporary gospel singer, songwriter, and producer who has helped to modernize the sound of gospel music.
    Image of Kirk Franklin gospel singer Opens in a new window www.thefader.com
  • Yolanda Adams (born 1961): A contemporary gospel singer, songwriter, actress, and radio personality.
    Image of Yolanda Adams gospel singer Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • Shirley Caesar (born 1930): Nicknamed "The First Lady of Gospel Music," Shirley Caesar is a gospel singer, songwriter, and evangelist. She is known for her powerful vocals and energetic performances.
    Image of Shirley Caesar gospel singer Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • The Swan Silvertones (founded in 1938): A pioneering African-American gospel quartet known for their smooth harmonies and sophisticated arrangements.
    Image of Swan Silvertones gospel singers Opens in a new window www.nepm.org
  • Dorinda Clark Cole (born 1957): A Grammy Award-winning gospel singer, songwriter, evangelist, and businesswoman. She is the lead singer of the Clark Sisters.
    Image of Dorinda Clark Cole gospel singer Opens in a new window www.bmi.com
  • Marvin Gaye (1939-1984): Marvin Gaye started his career singing gospel before moving to Motown Records, where he became a legend in Soul and R&B music. His early gospel influences are still evident in many of his most famous recordings.
    Image of Marvin Gaye gospel singer Opens in a new window en.wikipedia.org
  • Andra Day (born 1984): A Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocals and genre-bending music that blends gospel, soul, and R&B influences.
    Image of Andra Day gospel singer Opens in a new window gospellightminute.wordpress.com
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