Australian Homecoming

Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together.

In this second volume of the Gaither Vocal Band's Pure And Simple live concert event, the groups award-winning sound brings to life more incredible songs and beautiful acoustic instrumentation. The group continues its three-decade legacy of excellence with an all-star lineup of voices, including Bill Gaither, David Phelps, Michael English, Wes Hampton and Mark Lowry, plus guest performances by The Booth Brothers and Angela Primm. With stunning arrangements, breathtaking harmonies and timeless songs,

Bob Dylan fell into the Arms of the Lord through the Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church. He made three Gospel albums, winning a Grammy for "Gotta Serve Somebody." However, his radical new direction alienated fans and enraged critics as he preached evangelical messages. In his first-ever interview, Dylan's Bible class teacher, Pastor Bill Dwyer, describes Dylan's born-again transformation. Legendary Slow Train Coming producer Jerry Wexler, background singer Regina McCrary, keyboardist Spooner Oldham, songwriter Al Kasha, San Francisco Chronicle rock reporter Joel Selvin, AJ Weberman and others tell the tale of Bob Dylan's Gospel Years. Director & Producer Joel Gilbert weaves the story of this monumental period of Dylan's life and music through revealing insider portraits, exclusive photos, live concert video and TV footage from 1975-1981, with visits to Rundown Studios, the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, the Vineyard Church, and the Fox Warfield Theatre.

This live concert experience combines the Gaither Vocal Band's award-winning sound with a captivating collection of songs both old and new backed by beautiful acoustic instrumentation. With an all-star lineup of voices, the Gaither Vocal Band carries on a three-decade legacy of excellence with their signature harmonies, fresh arrangements and great songs, plus special guest appearances by The Booth Brothers and Joey & Rory.

A Reno singer witnesses a mob murder and the cops stash her in a nunnery to protect her from the mob's hitmen. The mother superior does not trust her, and takes steps to limit her influence on the other nuns. Eventually the singer rescues the failing choir and begins helping with community projects, which gets her an interview on TV—and identification by the mob.

This gathering of Homecoming Friends at the Indiana Roof Ballroom produced one of the most worshipful studio celebrations recorded. Dropping by to share stories from their spiritual journeys are our good friends Randy Travis and the Oak Ridge Boys.

The Homecoming Friends share songs that serve as a compass for the journey. This video features a range of songs, everything from Randy Travis' "Feet On The Rock" to a saxophone medley with Boots Randolph to the Don Francisco classic, "He's Alive." Helping us deliver truth and hope into the trenches are Alicia Williamson, Russ Taff, Sarah DeLane and Ivan Parker. Also captured on this video, taped at the Indiana Roof Ballroom, are our beloved friends, Jake Hess, Hovie Lister and the Happy Goodmans.

Hosted by Bill Gaither, 'The Isaacs: Up Close and Personal' is an all-new, one-of-a kind look at this favorite Gospel music family. The release includes intimate conversations with the group as they reflect on God's hand in their lives, and Bill joins the family around the piano for all-new acoustic performances highlighting the Isaacs' impeccable harmonies and endearing personalities. The DVD features a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this award-winning family's brand new CD in addition to heart-stirring footage of some of their best-loved performances from the Homecoming series

World première recording of Hannibal Lokumbe's 'spritatorio' Can You Hear God Crying, which combines jazz, gospel and chamber music with West African prayers and songs. The piece, commissioned by Philadelphia philanthropist Carole Haas Gravagno, is about the composer's great-great-grandfather, who was born in the Sahara, kidnapped and enslaved in Liberia, and sold at auction in Charleston, S.C. He escaped to Texas, where he bought land and had a family.

Preacher's daughter Amara Winter sings in the church choir before being discovered by a well-established musician. She soon rises to international fame as a pop singer.

For one night in history, one man single-handedly turned "Hollywood" into "Lowrywood." Will the city ever be the same again? Could he do it without Bill Gaither? Find out in Mark Lowry Goes to Hollywood. With a little help from a tremendous line-up of musical guests, Mark Lowry delivers a healthy dose of side-splitting comedy and a power-packed line-up of great music in this live video event. Mark forms his own "Mark Lowry Vocal Band" just for the occasion with Michael English, Reggie Smith, and Bill Gaither. Great performances by The Isaacs, LordSong, Stan Whitmire, and Karen Harding and the "reMarkable Choir" cap off the evening perfectly in this video event of a lifetime!

The Jaffo Gate Quartet - Abba Vader

The Gaither Homecoming family sings its way through Alaska's majestic landscape in this rare and beauitful Alaskan Cruise experience. In this musical journey, gospel music's finest voices gather for a concert on the ship's deck to celebrate and to worship the Creator of all this beauty. Your host, Bill Gaither, also gives you a glimpse into many of the off-stage moments during the cruise, as the Homecoming family shared meals, storytelling, laughter, and as always, singing!

If there is one word that threads itself through the Christian experience, that word would have to be Joy. Not the "pie in the sky" kind of joy that is oblivious to reality, but true joy even in the midst of pain and suffering. And that's the kind of joy you'll experience with all of your Homecoming Friends, as they fill a room with Something Beautiful.

Estranged since the death of their parents years ago, twin brothers Teshawn and Wesley Tucker have taken radically different paths in life. Wes has become a minister in a Harlem gospel church while Te perpetrates the gangster lifestyle as hip-hop star Zulu. They are forced into reconciliation when Te flees from LA to his childhood home in Harlem to hide from his enraged record producer, Bull Sharky. As Bull Sharky and his posse move east tracking Te down, Te and Wes must confront their own demons and attempt to work out their differences.

The award-winning Gaither Vocal Band has released a live concert video. Filmed before a sold-out crowd, Back Home In Indiana will entertain and enrich you with its meaningful worship, tight harmony, and side-splitting comedy.

David Phelps is among the most extraordinary tenors alive and has wowed audiences all over the world since joining the Gaither Vocal Band in 1997. But David is more than just a voice... he is a devoted husband and father of four, an inventive artist, a friend, a craftsman, and much more. The Best of David Phelps brings together David's most awe-inspiring moments from the Gaither Homecoming stage with a very personal journey into the life, family and faith behind that flawless voice!

The artists of the Billy Graham Crusades come together to sing the music and share incredible stories. George Beverly Shea, Cliff Barrows and Franklin Graham share unforgettable moments in the history of the ministry. Bill & Gloria Gaither, Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, Andrae' Crouch, Avalon and others lead the group in emotion-filled songs and testimonies of God's faithfulness.

The HOMECOMING family of artists led by Bill and Gloria Gaither gathered for an evening of gospel singing, storytelling and a celebration of lifelong friendships that have only grown Sweeter As The Days Go By. Featuring the award-winning Oak Ridge Boys, the Gatlin Brothers, Jeff & Sheri Easter, the Booth Brothers, Russ Taff, Goodman Revival, the Gaither Vocal Band and more, this all-new CD/DVD release includes “Holy Spirit Thou Art Welcome,” “It Is No Secret,” “We’ll Talk It Over” and “Roses Will Bloom Again.”

A fun-filled hour with the Lundstrom family presenting the Gospel in music and message.