Rev. James Moore

The Blair Metropolitan AME Zion Church of Jackson, Miss., is the site of this rousing performance from gospel powerhouse the Rev. James Moore and the critically acclaimed Mississippi Mass Choir, both Grammy nominees. Highlights include "God Don't Need No Matches," "We Worship Christ the Lord," "God Will Take Care of You," "When the Praises of God Goes Up (The Blessings Come Down)" and a show-stopping rendition of "Endow Me (The Invitation)."

The Mississippi Mass Choir was one of the most influential gospel groups of the late '80s and '90s. Under the musical direction of David R. Curry, the 100-voice choir served their Lord with a sound that made them a constant presence on Billboard's gospel charts. Each of their recordings have reached the top position on the charts. Their debut album, Live, recorded during a 1988 performance at the Jackson, MS, Municipal Auditorium, remained on the charts for 45 weeks and earned the group James Cleveland GMWA awards as contemporary choir of the year and best new traditional artist of the year.

This DVD feature tracks by the Mississippi Mass Choir, Dallas/Ft. Worth Mass Choir, Bishop Jeff Banks, Rev. Clay Evans, Rev. James Moore, Canton Spirituals, Florida Mass Choir, Rev. Walter Hawkins, Dorothy Norwood, Willie Neal Johnson, Pace Sisters.

The Mississippi Mass Choir's second album, God Gets The Glory, was recorded live at the Mississippi Coliseum on December 8, 1990. The album debuted on the Billboard chart in the Number 16 position, reaching Number 1 position two weeks later. Awards followed with the release of the album.

From church choir stands to the Billboard Charts, Mississippi Mass Choir has inspired millions with their powerful gospel music. Formed in 1988 by the late Frank Williams—legendary singer, songwriter, producer, and visionary—the Mass Choir has been blessed to remain a welcomed presence in the gospel music industry for nearly 35 years. The renowned gospel choir has touched lives across the globe through soul-stirring anthems of resilience, hope, and strong faith in Jesus Christ.