Published: January 15, 2001
The "16th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards" Sparkled With Special Awards, Talented Hosts and Presenters, and Unforgettable Performances
ATLANTA (Jan. 13, 2001) - The "16th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards," held at the Atlanta Civic Center, saluted excellence in gospel music. The show was co-hosted by Ananda Lewis (MTV), Vicki Winans, Dr. Bobby Jones, and Bishop T.D. Jakes. The Stellar Awards recognized devoted producers, performers, and supporters. Those honored spanned from traditional groups to contemporary groups- such as rap/hip hop and urban inspirational.
The evening sparkled with an opening performance by Kirk Franklin and 1NC which included guest artists Trin-i-tee 5:7, Deborah Cox, Crystal Lewis, Carl Thomas, Tamar Braxton. Other performers that graced the stage included Aaron Neville, Shirley Caesar, BeBe Winans, Natalie Wilson & the S.O.P Chrorale featuring rapper Rodney Jerkins, and T.D. Jakes'The Potter House Choir.
Brandy Norwood accepted the Most Notable Achievement Award for her work with Norwood's Kids. The Williams Brothers accepted the James Cleveland Award, which recognized their innovative efforts in the field of traditional gospel music. Yolanda Adams swept by taking home five of the golden-flame awards. MaryMary was the second big winner, garnering four awards.
Several celebrities - such as Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Kelly Price, Keith Sweat, Malcolm Jamal Warner, Shaun Robinson (Access Hollywood), Woody (Dru Hill), singer Howard Hewitt, comedian Jonathan Slocomb, Judge Glenda Hatchett, and Gary Sheffield (L.A. Dodgers) - were in attendance to enjoy this one-of-a-kind, televised gospel awards show.
The "16th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards" is executive produced by Don Jackson, produced by Barbara Wilson and directed by Alan Carter for Central City Productions. Chevrolet and American Airlines were the official sponsors.
The two-hour live broadcast will air in national syndication from January 14 through February 11, 2001.
"16th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards" Winners
The following talented individuals were also awarded a gospel music award:
Artist of the Year
Yolanda Adams - Mountain High.Valley Low
Song of the Year
Never Seen the Righteous - Donald Lawrence
Male Vocalist of the Year
Fred Hammond - Purpose by Design
Female Vocalist of the Year
Yolanda Adams - Mountain High.Valley Low
Group/Duo of the Year
Mary Mary - Thankful
New Artist of the Year
Mary Mary - Thankful
CD of the Year
Mountain High.Valley Low - Yolanda Adams
Choir of the Year
Hezekiah Walker & The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir - Family Affair
Producer of the Year
Fred Hammond - Purpose by Design
Contemporary Group/Duo of the Year
Mary Mary - Thankful
Traditional Group/Duo of the Year
The Williams Brothers - The Concert
Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Year
Fred Hammond - Purpose by Design
Traditional Male Vocalist of the Year
Rev. James Moore - Family and Friends Live from Detroit
Contemporary Female Vocalist of the Year
Yolanda Adams - Mountain High.Valley Low
Traditional Female Vocalist of the Year
"16th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards" Winners cont.
Brenda Waters - Believers & Friends
Contemporary CD of the Year
Thankful - Mary Mary
Traditional CD of the Year
The Concert - The Williams Brothers
Urban Inspirational Performance of the Year
Reconciliation - The Sounds of Blackness
Music Video of the Year
Open My Heart.Yolanda Adams
Traditional Choir of the Year
Carlton Pearson - Live at Azusa 3 Reminding the Saints of Hope
Contemporary Choir of the Year
Donald Lawrence presents the Tri-City Singers - tri-city4.com
Special Event CD of the Year
WOW Gospel 2000
Various
Rap/Hip Hop Gospel Performance of the Year
Hezekiah Walker & the Love Fellowship Crusade Choir - Family Affair
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