1959): Prince protege and pop singer in Vanity 6. 1941): Upper left corner, played fiddle in influential British folk group Fairport Convention. (Only until the end of 2022! Mighty Clouds Of Joy Live In Charleston. Taylor was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and moved to California in 1952. Cook is survived by his wife Valerie and 3 children, ages 8, 11 and 16. Among Mighty Clouds of Joys most popular songs: Time, which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and Mighty High, a 1975 disco hit. According to essays by Opal Nations, Richard Edward Wallace was born June 9, 1940, in Austin, Texas. The Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel quartet formed in 1961 and based in Los Angeles, California, USA. Get top Black headlines in Houston/Texas/America in your inbox Monday-Saturday. 1932): Prolific pianist played on jazz recordings starting in the early 1950s but made his greatest mark on the avant garde scene of the '60s and '70s. They were influenced by R&B groups like The Temptations, as well as the Rev. He was 46. He was 80. And, whatever the style, the songs were made that much better by Joe Ligon's incredibly powerful lead vocals. )Click this link to order on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3YuSwaNThis DVD is a rare collector's item, and there is a very limited supply.Produced and hosted by Sid Ordower, Jubilee Showcase aired on ABC's Chicago affiliate television station, WLS Channel 7, from 1963 to 1984, and won an Emmy Award for a Pioneering Project in television. Remember when the US sterilized Black people? 1941): Blues guitar great. He was 80. Enter the code you received via email to sign in, or sign in using a password. Leon Heywood (b. 1. The founding members were Willie Joe Ligon (October 11, 1936), Johnny Martin (February 2, 1941), Bass Guitarist . Founded in 1930, the Defender is the leading and most trusted source of Black news and information in the Greater Houston area on multiple platforms: web, social media, print and more. Over the next seven years, he recorded singles for a succession of labels including Ebb, Duke, Top Rank International, Laurie (where several of his records were credited to Austin Taylor), Warwick, Gold Eagle, Soncraft, and Apt. Richard was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin, uncle, mentor, and friend to so many who loved him dearly. Kirk started his musical career playing with George Morrison's band, but . 1942): Houston native, R&B, funk and soul singer. Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel music quartet. Toots Thielemans (b. 3x Grammy Award-Winning gospel group ft. Ron Staples, Johnny Valentine, Dale Staples, Tim Woodson & Derrick Staples -. 1948): Jazz fusion drummer who played with Larry Coryell and Weather Report. We cannot do it alone. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Gospel singer Luther Barnes, left, arrives for the funeral of gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. "With the blues, you go down twice, but come up once," Jackson said. But Ligon, pronounced Luh-GON, chose to sing for his God and formed the Mighty Clouds of Joy, pursuing a career in singing praise for anyone who'd listen, which resulted in three Grammy Awards and a White House concert when Jimmy Carter was president. Joe Ligon R.I.P.The Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1961 and started out in a tradition-based style. I've Got One Thing You Can't Take Away. 1942): Outsider country songwriter who penned "Seven Bridges Road," which became an Eagles standard, and "Lonesome On'ry and Mean," a Waylon Jennings staple. Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel music quartet. Pete Burns (b. 1926): Second from right, music producer and "Fifth Beatle.". We kindly ask everyone to please respect the familys privacy during this time of bereavement. Wrote "A Song for You" and co-wrote "Superstar.". Songs. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Peggy Ligon arrives for the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Dan Hicks (b. 1937): Country music legend, former San Quentin resident. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on, 10th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards Return To Nashvilles Opry House, CAIN Hosting, FOR KING + COUNTRY Announce 31-City What Are We Waiting For Tour Part II, Tamela Mann Performing at 2023 BET Her Awards, Amy Grant To Release First New Music In Ten Years, Steven Curtis Chapman Makes History with 50th No. Co-wrote "Luckenbach, Texas," "Do Right Woman," "Dark End of the Street" and others. The same group recorded as both The Cadets on Modern and The Jacks on the subsidiary RPM label. [3] He remained on the label for seven years, and had several further R&B chart hits including "It's Too Late" (1969), "Something Strange is Going On in My House" (1970), and "How's Your Love Life Baby" (1971). Guy Clark (b. "Gospel singers don't retire, you know, they just die doing what they do," he said. By Legacy Staff December 12, 2016. Career. As much as Richard cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the expressions of goodwill from people around the world and from all walks of life. NASHVILLE, Tenn., (CelebrityAccess MediaWire) Michael Cook, a member of the legendary Gospel group the Mighty Clouds of Joy for more than 20 years died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. Ligon told the AP that at the age of 56 he could hit every note that he could at the age of 18. He was 80. (Mighty) Sensational Clouds Of Joy, Flowers Of Joy, Mighty Clouds, Mighty . Under Ligons leadership, The Mighty Clouds took Gospel music to a new level of popularity and accessibility, incorporating R&B musical influences and delivering a more contemporary style that allowed the group to reach incredible heights of popularity, while also spreading the Word. Out of this cultural lineage came Joe Ligon and the Mighty Clouds of Joy." The original members of the band include . Learn More{{/message}}. Ligon's death also was confirmed by his former booking agent Ricky DeRae. Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. . Click through for more sadness from the past year George Martin (b. Out of this cultural lineage came Joe Ligon and the Mighty Clouds of Joy.". (P) (C) 2009 EMI Gospel. - Lori Peters (USA), Anderson .Paak by | Jun 30, 2022 | tanner buchanan instagram | jasmine nguyen client relations manager | Jun 30, 2022 | tanner buchanan instagram | jasmine nguyen client relations manager 1940): Avant garde artist best known for his musical work in minimalism with the Dream Syndicate, which nurtured a young John Cale from the Velvet Underground. Kirk grew up in Denver, Colorado, where he was tutored by Wilberforce Whiteman, Paul Whiteman's father. Michael Cook, member of the legendary Gospel group The Mighty Clouds of Joy, died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. 1952): Virtuoso bassist had long associations with Lou Reed and Bob Weir among dozens of other credits, in addition to a successful solo career. Leon Russell (b. Clarence Reid aka Blowfly (b. Jesse Jackson during the recessional for gospel singer Joe Ligon during Ligon's funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy), Sing Songs Of Rev. Bright Side. Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular . He was 46. Starting out in a tradition-based style, eventually elements of soul, R&B, and rock were added into their musical mix. 1975): Right, country singer-songwriter in husband/wife duo Joey + Rory. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy Pray For Me. Beginning with their 1960 hit Steal Away to Jesus, the Mighty Clouds blazed a trail that few before them had, especially stylistically. Dawn. Defender Juneteenth Faith Leaders Breakfast, Gospel singer Troy Sneed, 52, dies from the coronavirus, Adams to be inducted in Gospel Music Hall of Fame, Tony-winning gospel singer Linda Hopkins dies at 92, Texas is among Americas least educated states, Community rallies to stop TEA takeover of HISD, Trans people face horrifying rhetoric at statehouses, Apply now: Physics, astronomy scholarships for Black undergrads. God called him home at Christmas time.". Find tour dates and live music events for all your favorite bands and artists in your city! Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. We've recently sent you an authentication link. 1947): Rock & roll innovator, glam rock pioneer, starman. With a singing style derived from Southern Baptist churches, Ligon would shout, scream and jump into the crowds, which he called "cuttin' the fool," and would deliver sermons in between songs. The long-lived group flourished throughout the rest of the 20th century, scoring numerous Grammy Awards and nominations, as well as several hit albums along the way.Based in Los Angeles, California, the original group members include Joe Ligon (d. 2016), Johnny Martin (d. 1987), Ermant Franklin Jr., Artis Turnbough (d. 1999), Elmo Franklin (d. 2008), Richard Wallace, Leon Polk and David Walker (who also recorded several tracks with Link Wray under the name Bunker Hill). [5] His final chart hit: "Steal Away", was issued on the Alarm label of Shreveport, Louisiana in 1976. The Alabama-born Ligon traveled to Los Angeles as a teen and ultimately teamed with an immensely talented group of singers to create The Mighty Clouds of Joy in 1960. Copyright 2022 Gospel Music Association. In 1955, the Soul Seekers approached Maxwell Davis at Modern Records for a recording deal, and he persuaded them to concentrate on secular R&B music. 12/13/2016. Joe Ligon, the energetic founder and lead singer of the three-time Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, died Sunday in Georgia, according to . Among Mighty Clouds of Joys most popular songs: Time, which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and Mighty High, a 1975 disco hit. Jesse Jackson talks with mourners after gospel singer Joe Ligon's funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Peggy Ligon with family members after the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. 1954): Funky keyboardist played in Parliament and Funkadelic and on several Talking Heads albums. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. Scotty Moore (b. 1 Radio Single, WATCH: MultiTracks.com Black History Month Roundtable. Andy Newman (b. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy Power. The original members ofthe bandinclude Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant Franklin, Leon Polk and Richard Wallace. There was even an appearance by the acknowledged inventor of gospel music, Thomas Dorsey. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic front man of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. Members can instantly access 500k+ Dates of Live Bands on Tour, Artist Avails, News Archives, and UNLIMITED Box Office without worrying about Pay-More Restrictions! Michael had been a member for over two decades. All rights reserved. "Gospel singers don't retire, you know, they just die doing what they do," he said. And we got stoned for it," Ligon told The Associated Press in a 1993 interview. Oh Mary, Dont You Weep Why Am I Treated So Bad? He will be missed and he will be celebrated for years to come. The original members of the band include Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant Franklin, Leon Polk and Richard Wallace. [1] At Duke, he made the first recording of the ballad "Be Ever Wonderful" in 1959. Ligons death also was confirmed by his former booking agent Ricky DeRae. Show all members. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Attendees carry floral arrangements during the recessional for the funeral for gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Joe Ligon & The Mighty Clouds Of Joy - Live In Charleston DVD Release Date: November 19, 1996 One of the late 20th century's most celebrated contemporary go. Eventually they added soul, R&B, and rock flourishes into their musical mix (one of their early hits was produced by Gamble and Huff) without diluting the essential religious essence of their material. Merle Haggard (b. Eventually they added soul, R&B, and rock flourishes . 1957): Far left, keyboardist Black Crowes. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. Following that, Taylor's "Be Ever Wonderful" was sampled by Kendrick Lamar in "DUCKWORTH", from his Pulitzer Prize winning[10][11] 2017, fourth studio album, DAMN. Juan Gabriel (b. Taylor was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and moved to California in 1952. Thank you! Ligon was buried in Beaumont because it is his wife's home. He was 80. "A few days ago, God called Joe out of the storm business," Jackson said. 1960s. He was 80 . David Bowie (b. His manager, Isaac Lindsey, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday in Georgia. [4][5] Although he had several regional hits, and released an album, Ted Taylor Sings, on Warwick in 1963, he did not achieve national commercial success until his 1965 recording on Okeh Records of "Stay Away From My Baby" reached number 14 on the Billboard R&B chart and number 99 on the pop chart, his only national pop chart entry. And we got stoned for it, Ligon told The Associated Press in a 1993 interview. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Rev. He was 80. [6] He also released three albums on Okeh, Be Ever Wonderful (1963), Blues & Soul (1965) and Ted Taylor's Greatest Hits (1966). NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. Michael Cook, a member of the award-winning Mighty Clouds of Joy, died Friday of a heart attack. The #Greatest #GOSPEL GROUP 2Ever Live; #NON-BUT-THERIGHTEOUS #THE MIGHTY CLOUDS OF JOY!! The Mighty Clouds of Joy Are Forever Lived, 50+ Years Later. I've Been In The Storm Too Long. Steal Away to Jesus was their first recording in 1960, with their first album debuting in 1961 on Peacock Records. 1956): Soul singer, music festival favorite. (December 11, 2016) We are sad to inform SoulTrackers of the death, at age 80, of legendary Gospel great, Joe Ligon, founder and lead singer of The Mighty Clouds of Joy. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. Ligon, 80, died Dec. 11, and the Troy, Alabama, native, who grew up in Los Angeles, went to his "homegoing" Wednesday at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Magnolia Cemetery. Gospel singers dont retire, you know, they just die doing what they do, he said. The original members were Walter Ligon, Johnny Martin, Richard Wallace and Elmer Franklin. Many in the gospel tradition, like Cooke's Soul Stirrers, Lou Rawls and the Pilgrim Travelers, Pop Staples and Mavis Staples and the Staples Singers and the Rev. Denise Matthews aka Vanity (b. In 1955, the Soul Seekers approached Maxwell Davis at Modern Records for a recording deal, and he persuaded them to concentrate on secular R&B music. His impact on gospel singing drew the Rev. He loved everyone. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, A floral arrangement in memory of gospel singer Joe Ligon during his funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Carlos Walker aka Shawty Lo (1976): Atlanta rapper. He was a people person. Learn More{{/message}}, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}It appears your submission was successful. of The Stereotypes, Extreme C.L. Get the top Black headlines in Houston/Texas/America in your inbox Monday-Saturday. We cant do this alone - help support Black media in Houston. JGM was saddened to learn from Debra Ligon and Libra Boyd's post that singer and guitarist Richard Wallace of the Mighty Clouds of Joy passed away Monday, July 27, 2020.. Copyright 2011-2023 Libra Boyd. Dec. 15, 2016. The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). 1942): Southern soul great had a hit with the Sir Douglas Quintet's "She's About a Mover.". Honor his example of service, accomplishment, and modesty, and the next time you set your mind to do anything, declare and decree that God is not dead, he still lives and that you cant do anything on your own. Ligon, 80, died Dec. 11, and . Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Rev. 1922): A pioneer of jazz harmonica who played with Dizzy Gillespie, Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans and others, while also recording frequently himself. 1950): Balladeer, best-selling Mexican artist of all time. It featured everyone from the youngest church performers to the most famous gospel recording artists of the time including: James Cleveland; Grammy Award winner Albertina Walker \u0026 the Caravans; Andrae Crouch \u0026 The Disciples; the Mighty Clouds of Joy; the Soul Stirrers; the Staple Singers and the Barrett Sisters - all gospel music pioneers. Most notably, Taylor's song "Be Ever Wonderful" was sampled by Ludacris in "Splash Waterfalls" from his 2003, fourth studio album, Chicken-n-Beer. Jesse Jackson speaks before giving the eulogy for gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. Their crossover success brought them additional recognition, and they opened for the Rolling Stones, Paul Simon and Aretha Franklin. Libra is presently working on several scholarly projects about gospel music in the media as well as gospel music in social movements. Otis Clay (b. Pete Huttlinger (1961): John Denver guitarist. The Mighty Clouds of Joy who often performed as Joe Ligon & The Mighty Clouds of Joy, was a gospel quartet established in Los Angeles, California in 1955. 1942): Jazz pianist turned one-hit-wonder in 1969, he led Thunderclap Newman, a band put together by Pete Townshend who had a hit with "Something in the Air. Alan Vega (b. ", Christina Grimmie (b. Billy Paul (b. - Beckie Sugden, formerly of Primary Talent International, Ghostemane 1934): Poet, songwriter extraordinaire, snazzy dresser. Their crossover success brought them added recognition, and they opened for the Rolling Stones, Paul Simon and Aretha Franklin. Alphonse Mouzon (b. December 12, 2016, 5:21 PM. - Cils Williams, Coco Montoya His manager, Isaac Lindsey, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday in Georgia. - Beckie Sugden, Mac Ayres Joe Ligon R.I.P.The Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1961 and started out in a tradition-based style. Their crossover success brought them added recognition, and they opened for the Rolling Stones, Paul Simon and Aretha Franklin. CelebrityAccess provides in-depth Artist Analytics for over 250k+ Celebrities Worldwide - and unparalleled, detailed information on over 100k Entertainers Speakers, Celebrities, and their Representatives, as well as hundreds of thousands of Records for Venues, Agents and Managers, including their Direct Phone Numbers and Emails Addresses. And we got stoned for it," Ligon told The Associated Press in a 1993 interview. Long John Hunter (b. Additional information about the final arrangements will be released to the General Public pending Mr. Ligons Familys approval. The official statement reads: We are heartbroken to share the news that the worlds greatest gospel bass guitarist and baritone singer, Brother Richard Wallace of the three-time Grammy Award-winning group The Mighty Clouds of Joy of Los Angeles, California, passed away today, Monday, July 27, 2020, at the UT Health Center in Tyler, Texas surrounded by his wife and family. - Marcee Rondan, The Spinners The original members of the band include Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant Franklin, Leon Polk and Richard Wallace. "With gospel, you go down, but you get up again and again. 1958): Rock, funk, soul, R&B dynamo, champion of purple. Ligon died Sunday in Georgia, his manager, Isaac Lindsey, said. Curly Putman (b. 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Original content may not be reproduced or cited without proper attribution to the author and Gospel Music Fever. 1937): Producer and songwriter who worked with Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and scores of others. Richard Wallace, founding member of the legendary Mighty Clouds of Joy has died, according to a statement released today by Rev. 1994): Contestant on the sixth season of "The Voice.". And Still no better GOSPEL 2LISTEN 2, 05-22-22. A joyful noise arose from the Antioch gathering and tributes from other artists and the church's choir filled the three-hour service. The Mighty Clouds of Joy perform on Jubilee Showcase in 1968.For a limited time get the JUBILEE SHOWCASE DVD - 20% ($4) off! {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}Your submission failed. Malik 'Phife Dawg' Taylor (b. They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on Soul Train,which earned them criticism among traditional gospel music fans. He was 46. 1938): At right, Vega sang in the pioneering electronic music group Suicide. Jackson, leader of the Rainbow-Push Coalition, noted that Ligon graduated from a Los Angeles high school in 1955, the same year that brought Rosa Parks and the Rev. By Bob Marovich. They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. He also issued several albums, including You Can Dig It! Sign in with a password below, or sign in using your email. Get the best and latest industry news, data, new artist signings, insider commentary and more, delivered right to your inbox! Get concert tickets, news and more! They become the first gospel act to ever appear on "Soul Train," which earned them criticism among traditional gospel music fans. Their . This time heaven wanted a gift. Red Simpson (b. Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1954 and started out in a tradition-based style. mighty clouds of joy member dies. Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular songs: "Time," which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and "Mighty High," a 1975 disco hit. Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. Glenn Frey (b. Get a code sent to your email to sign in, or sign in using a password. We kindly ask everyone to please respect the Familys privacy during this time of bereavement. 1942): Argentinian saxophonistplayed free jazz in the '60s and Latin jazz in the '70s. Over the years, however, he took that style to a new level. He was 46. The Mighty Clouds of Joy perform on Jubilee Showcase in 1968.For a limited time get the JUBILEE SHOWCASE DVD - 20% ($4) off! Prince (b. They played for President Jimmy Carter and toured extensively overseas. Eventually they added soul, R&B, and rock flourishes into their musical mix (one of their early hits was produced by Gamble and Huff) without diluting the essential religious essence of their material. Martin Luther King Jr. to prominence as the effort to secure civil rights burst forward. Dave Swarbrick (b. He was 80. Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular songs: "Time," which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and "Mighty High," a 1975 disco hit. Joe Ligon, the longest remaining member of the group, died on December 11, 2016, two months after his 80th birthday. Sharon Jones (b. - Josh Brinkman (USA, Canada &Mexico) co-booked with Wasserman Music, Courtney Marie Andrews Richard Wallace. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. 1931): Elvis sideman, electric guitar innovator. Franklin and his daughter, Aretha, helped propel the fusion of blues, the workingman's music, with gospel, the sound of salvation. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Rev. "Joe was telling the poorest people there is a brighter side somewhere where the wicked will cease from troubling and all will be at rest.". For those who may ask what they can do to honor Joe, we have a simple request. Gospel singers dont retire, you know, they just die doing what they do, he said. Cleveland was influenced by Chicago's Pilgrim Baptist Church choir director Thomas A. Dorsey, known as the "Father of Gospel Music.". "At Christmas time, we all want a gift. And we got stoned for it, Ligon told The Associated Press in a 1993 interview. His booking agent, Ricky DeRae, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday in Georgia. Bernie Worrell (b. With reporting by The Associated Press. Steve Young (b. Wilbert Williams. The Mighty Clouds of Joy are three time Grammy award winners and they are members of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. He was 80. Pray On My Child Jesus In Me Searching Shadrack Where Could I Go But To The Lord My Lord is Writing All The Time Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone Wish I Had Answered Gambling Man Help Me Jesus Looking Back Where Could I Go But To The Lord Close To Thee Draw Me Closer, Lord Lord, Dont Move The Mountain Resting Easy Oh, What a Meeting Toiling Peter Dont Be Afraid Just Like He Said He Would Take Me Back To God Be The Glory Jesus is the Answer You Can Depend on Me, Jesus Thank You, Lord It Wont Be Long I Dont Know Why Wait On Jesus He's Wonderful Theres No Time Like Now Tell It Like It Is Things I Used to Do These Old Heavy Burdens I Know What Prayer Can Do. He was 80. "We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel.