Jessie Clarks

5 days ago | thechristianbeat.org | Jessie Clarks

Gospel icon Kirk Franklin is joining forces with Insignia Assets, a new entertainment venture established by Norman Gyamfi and Jonathan Jay. This collaboration unites Franklin’s companies, Fo Yo Soul Recordings and CLTRE Lab, with Insignia Assets’ diverse portfolio, which includes recorded music and publishing, television, film, touring, and events. In addition to this partnership, Franklin will serve as Insignia Assets’ Chief of Creative Services.

5 days ago | thechristianbeat.org | Jessie Clarks

Several artists partnering with Compassion International took home top honors at the K-LOVE Fan Awards, announced on May 30, at the iconic Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN. Among the winners were CeCe Winans (Female Artist of the Year), for KING & COUNTRY (Group of the Year) and Leanna Crawford (Breakout Single). For CeCe Winans, the K-LOVE Fan Award adds to her recent accolades, including wins at the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

1 week ago | thechristianbeat.org | Jessie Clarks

Today, 20-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist, songwriter, producer, and music icon Kirk Franklin shares a preview of upcoming music that is expected to drop next week (June 6). BET recently announced that Kirk Franklin would be honored with the BET Ultimate Icon Award alongside Mariah Carey, Snoop Dog, and Jamie Foxx. Hosted by Kevin Hart, Culture’s Biggest Night, “BET Awards” 2025, will air LIVE on Monday, June 9, at 8 PM ET/PT on BET.

1 week ago | thechristianbeat.org | Jessie Clarks

‘House of David’ creator, co-director, and co-writer Jon Erin and actor Michael Iskander (“David”) appeared backstage at the 12th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards pressroom and reflected on how they hope the show directs people to the Bible. They also talked about the casting process and previewed what to expect from Season 2. Sign up today to start receiving our free weekly email! All of the week’s top stories in one place in the TCB Newsletter.

1 week ago | thechristianbeat.org | Jessie Clarks

American softball coach Patty Gasso appeared backstage at the 12th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards pressroom after receiving the Sports Impact Award. She reflected on the legacy she hopes to leave for the next generation of athletes. She talked about the importance of faith in a young athlete’s life. And, she spoke about creating space for Church on the field when traveling. Sign up today to start receiving our free weekly email! All of the week’s top stories in one place in the TCB Newsletter.