Gospel Music Greats - Rev. James Cleveland

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James Edward Cleveland (December 5, 1931 – February 9, 1991) was a prominent figure in the American gospel music scene. A singer, musician, and composer, Cleveland is often referred to as the "King of Gospel" due to his immense contribution to the genre.

He is credited with helping to create the modern gospel sound by blending traditional black gospel with elements of soul, pop, and jazz. This made his music more accessible and palatable for mass choirs, which in turn helped to popularize gospel music.

Cleveland first came to prominence as an arranger, helping the Caravans score their earliest hits with songs like "Old Time Religion" and "Solid Rock." He also founded his own group, the Gospel Chimes, which helped showcase his talents as a composer, arranger, and singer. Cleveland passed away from heart failure on February 9, 1991, in Los Angeles, California.

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Sonorous Records is an Independent music record label. Offering full service benefits in partnership with Ingrooves Music Group/Universal Music Group (UMG). We provide global digital distribution, marketing and sync licensing. Owner of the venerable HOB (House Of Beauty) gospel catalogue featuring recordings of James Cleveland, Shirley Caesar and other great gospel artists from what is called the Golden Era of Gospel Music. Established in 2011 as Sonorous Entertainment, we work with established artists as well as rising independent artists in all genres seeking to break into the major scene. Sonorous provides artists with a global team of experts and a powerful technology framework, giving them the tools and marketing solutions to maximize revenue and reach in today’s dynamic music marketplace.