J. M. Gates
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The Reverend J.M. Gates (1884-c.1941) was an American Christian preacher and Gospel music singer.
[edit] Biography
From 1914 to his death, he was the pastor of Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Rock Dale Park, Atlanta, Georgia. He had a very prolific recording career. Many of his songs were strong warnings of the hellish punishments that awaited sinners. He frequently re-recorded songs. His recordings have recently been re-released by Document Records. [1]
[edit] Musical influence
A modified version of his song "Death's Black Train Is Coming" was performed by the band Gob Iron on their debut album, Death Songs For The Living.
[edit] References
- ^ http://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/articles/music/Gospel_Roots/11534/p1/ Rev. J.M. Gates profile
