James Moore (gospel singer)
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Reverend James Moore Sr. (1956 – June 7, 2000), born James Leslie Moore in Detroit, Michigan, was a gospel artist well known throughout the gospel recording industry for his powerful vocal abilities. Moore had a genuine love for the traditional sounds of the church, but came to appreciate the uprising contemporary form of gospel music as well. He died in 2000, aged 44.
In his earlier days, Moore received much of his tutelage and artistic craft by gospel music legends and personal friends such as the late Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, Rev. James Cleveland, and Richard "Mr. Clean" White, among many others.[1] He also gave much acclaim to the Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) for the molding of his gospel music career.
After many gospel chart topping hits and much noted success in the 1980’s and early 90’s, Moore soon became a household name among many gospel music listeners.[2] It wasn’t until the mid-90’s that Moore’s health began to deteriorate, after he was diagnosed with and suffered from colon cancer. Shortly thereafter, he was diagnosed with diabetes, which left him bound to a wheelchair, blind and placed on dialysis.[2] Determined to disallow any disease from hindering him to sing and minister, Moore continued singing, ministering and recording. His last recording was entitled "Family and Friends, Live in Detroit", in the summer of 1999, in his hometown of Detroit, where he sang with some of his dearest industry friends and gospel notables such as Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Rudolph Stanfield and Darius Twyman. The album wasn’t released until the spring of 2000, shortly before his untimely demise at the age of 44.
[edit] Awards
Moore has also won several awards and accolades, which include a Stellar Award for Best Male Solo Performance, Grammy Nomination, Dove Award Recipient and several awards from the GMWA.
[edit] References
- ^ John Bush. Rev. James Moore. All Music Guide. Retrieved on 2008-01-28.
- ^ a b Tribute to Rev. James Moore (1956-2000). GospelFlava.com. Retrieved on 2008-01-28.
