Divine Chord Gospel Show: LIFE IN HEAVEN IS FREE
01.25.25
A series of monthly radio shows on dublab.com, dedicated to gospel soul, funk and spirituals from the 1960s thru to the 1980s. The Divine Chord Gospel Show branches out into gospel influenced cuts and artists that crossed over to performing secular cuts too; so plenty of rarities all played from original vinyl, either on 45 or LP format.
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The first DCGS of 2025 is here, with pt. 1 of a 2 part feature. We’re focusing on the brand new compilation drop by Honest John’s;
Checker Gospel 1961-1973
Compiled by Greg Belson & David Hill, with sleeve notes written by Grammy Award nominated Robert Marovich, it’s the first legally licensed examination of this amazing label.
Pt. 1 features tracks for The Early Years – 1961 thru 1967, with music provided by mainstays of the Chicago Gospel scene and beyond.
The comp is available on limited double LP gatefold vinyl only – no CD, no digital or promo 45’s, so grab a copy whilst stock lasts.
“A shoo-in for soul compilation of the year.”?? Judge for yourself and tune in for a deeper dive into the catalog.
Essential Digs Gettin’ Dug!
Tracklist:
Rev. “Singing” Sammy Lewis – Troubles Of The World (Checker)
Soul Stirrers – Jesus Gave Me Water (Checker)
The Violinaires – Another Year (Checker)
Ernest Franklin – At The Little Church (Checker)
The Meditation Singers – I’ve Done Wrong (Checker)
Masonic Wonders – Just To Behold His Face (Checker)
Salem Travelers – Give Me Liberty Or Death (Checker)
Gospel Classics – You Need Faith (Checker)
Meditation Singers – The Bad Apple (Checker)
The Willing Four – We Don’t Love One Another (Checker)
Morning Stars of Savannah, Georgia – Peace (Checker)
Golden Harps – If You Need It (Checker)
Inspirational Singers – Bless Me (Checker)
Rev. Alex Bradford – I Can’t Leave God (Checker)
Bells of Joy – Dear Lord Help Me (Checker)
Rev. “Singing” Sammy Lewis – We Need More Love (Checker)
Dorothy Best Gospel Singers – Jesus Is Calling (Checker)
Norfleet Brothers – None But The Righteous (Checker)
Cleveland Golden Echos – I Was On My Knees (Checker)
Soul Stirrers & the Harold Smith Majestic Choir – Peter, Don’t Be Afraid (Checker)
Meditation Singers – Let Them Talk (Checker)
Fantastic Violinaires – Sunday Go To Meeting (Checker)
Faithful Wonders – Ol’ John (Behold Thy Mother) (Checker)
Soul Stirrers – Resting Easy (Checker)
Treadwell Community Choir – Every Time I Feel The Spirit (Checker)
Stevie Hawkins – Same Old Bag (Checker)
O.W. Brown – The Truth Will Catch A Lie (Checker)
The Violinaires – That Blessed Homeland (Checker)
Martha Bass – Since I’ve Been Born Again (Checker)
O.W. Brown – Way Over There (Checker)
Violinaires – Wicked Man (Checker Man)
Lucy Rodgers – I Found A Friend (Checker)
Kindly Shepherds – Lend Me Your Hand (Checker)
The Meditation Singers – Let Me In (Checker)
Martha Bass – What Manner Of Man Is This (Checker)
Stevie Hawkins – Deep Down In My Heart (Checker)
Estella Burke – Troubles (Checker)
Irish Britton – Lord I Wonder (Checker)
Lucy Rodgers – Poor Pilgrim Of Sorrow (Checker)
Harold Smith & the Majestic Choir – Don’t Limit God (Checker)
Salem Travelers – Crying Pity And A Shame (Checker)
