Yolanda Adams with Tamela Mann, Fred Hammond, and more

Detroit-born contemporary gospel praise & worship leader Fred Hammond has been active since the mid-'80s. He sang and played bass with the Winans, joined Commissioned, and launched a solo career in 1991. His albums and Radical for Christ releases won Dove and Stellar awards.

Fort Worth, Texas-born contemporary gospel singer Tamela Mann (Kirk Franklin & the Family alum) also acted as Cora in Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns. Her album Best Days hit #1 Top Gospel Albums and #14 Billboard 200; “Take Me to the King” earned a Grammy nod.

David Mann, born in Fort Worth, Texas, is a celebrated gospel singer and actor. Known for his powerful vocals, inspiring music, and comedic portrayal of Mr. Brown in Tyler Perry productions, his style blends gospel, R&B, and soul. He has released music including "Mr. Brown's Good Ol' Time Church" and the collaborative album "Us Against the World" with his wife, Tamela Mann, featuring songs like "Good Love." Mann has received NAACP Image, Dove, and Stellar Awards.

Houston, Texas gospel singer Yolanda Adams blends contemporary gospel with R&B and soul. Her 1999 breakthrough Mountain High Valley Low went multi-platinum, hit the pop Top 40, and won a Grammy; she later hosted The Yolanda Adams Morning Show.

John P. Kee, "The Prince of Gospel Music," born in Durham, North Carolina, is a celebrated singer, songwriter, and pastor. He is known for his soulful voice and blending traditional and contemporary gospel. Kee founded the New Life Community Choir and has received numerous Stellar Awards, Grammy nominations, and a BMI Trailblazer of Gospel Music Award. Popular songs include "Jesus Is Real" and "Show Up." His albums include "I Made It Out" and "Throwback."