North Texas singer Jada Thomas, who was shot in November at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters in downtown Dallas, posted ...

For Jewell Kelly, a retired Fort Worth ISD choir teacher, Franklin's nomination is more than just another award — it's personal. "He was full of energy. He was likable," she said. "They liked him ...

Kirk Franklin’s faith-driven, high-energy gospel often crosses boundaries, including collaborations with secular music stars.

Kirk Franklin’s First Major Gig Came About When He Was Just 20 Years Old After The Humble Hearts recorded one of Franklin’s arrangements, Georgia Mass Choir musical director and gospel music ...

On Thursday, Jan. 30, artist, songwriter and producer Kirk Franklin will be celebrated at the fourth annual Recording Academy Honors Presented by the Black Music Collective at the Fairmont Century ...

(Tom Fox / Staff Photographer) Fort Worth’s Kirk Franklin will be honored with the Black Music Icon Award at a Recording Academy event in Los Angeles on Jan. 30 ahead of the 2025 Grammys.

Among them is gospel music legend Kirk Franklin, a 20-time Grammy winner with roots in North Texas. For Jewell Kelly, a retired Fort Worth ISD choir teacher, Franklin's nomination is more than ...