John P. Kee and New Life choir made their NPR Tiny Desk Concert debut on Thursday, Feb. 5, bringing the fundamental elements of the gospel and the Black Christian Church in their music. Also Read: John P. Kee Returns with New Album, Tour After Health Battles During the performance, the gospel music mogul and his […]
Do you have a testimony set to melody that the world needs to hear? The Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) has officially opened the floor for new voices, accepting song submissions for consideration at the upcoming 2026 GMWA Convention. For decades, the GMWA has served as a cornerstone for gospel culture, providing a launching […]
Ron Kenoly, the powerhouse gospel singer and worship leader whose vibrant anthems like “Ancient of Days” and “Jesus Is Alive” became Sunday morning staples for Black churches and congregations worldwide, died Feb. 3. He was 81. His death was confirmed by his longtime music director, Bruno Miranda, who described Kenoly not as an entertainer, but […]
Central North Carolina is bracing for a significant winter storm this weekend, with snow expected to blanket areas including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Knightdale. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for much of the region, effective from Friday evening through Sunday morning. Unlike last weekend’s icy mix, this storm is […]
Singer Lucinda Moore has been speaking out after fellow gospel artist Byron Cage made what were assumed to be sarcastic comments on social media about Keyla Richardson on American Idol. Keyla Richardson, a 29-year-old singer who was originally on the hit gospel singing competition show Sunday Best, earned a golden ticket on American Idol, advancing […]
Kirk Franklin Deep Cuts You Should Add To Your Worship Playlist Kirk Franklin has become one of the most innovative voices in the gospel genre. The music producer and singer constantly expands the bounds of contemporary gospel, masterfully blending hip-hop, pop, and R&B sounds into his style, targeting young and diverse audiences with his music. […]
Central North Carolina, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, is grappling with the aftermath of a significant winter storm that brought freezing rain, sleet, and icy conditions over the weekend. The storm has left roads treacherous, caused power outages, and disrupted travel across the region. As of Monday morning, over 20,000 residents statewide […]
Major Winter Storm Alert: What the Triangle Needs to Know This Weekend Raleigh and the Triangle area are bracing for what could be the most significant winter weather event in years. A brutal blast of Arctic air is colliding with moisture from the south, setting the stage for a messy mix of snow, sleet, and […]
This Black History Month, we are honoring the people who are making Black history right here in our community. We invite you to nominate a Local Black History Maker—a leader, innovator, or change-maker whose impact deserves to be recognized and celebrated. Nominations start January 19 until January 25. Voting is from January 26 until January […]
Did you know that The Light 103.9 is now on your Amazon Alexa and Echo? Yes, that’s right. You can now listen to us on your home speaker. But do you know how to get your favorite soulful gospel and praise and worship tunes from The Light on your Amazon device? It’s simple!
Award-winning Christian rapper Lecrae responded to the viral Druski Megachurch parody with reflection and said that many real-life churches hold “wolves in the pulpit” and faith leaders manipulating “God’s name for gain.” In an Instagram post on Tuesday, the Grammy-award-winning artist weighed in on the comedian and social media influencer, Drew Desbordes, better known as […]
Every month, Melissa Wade and The Light 103.9 honor a local faith leader for their work on the pulpit and in the community with the Pastor of the Month presentation, sponsored by Trice Funeral Home, LLC. Our January Pastor of the Month is Dr. Harry L. White of Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Raleigh. […]