DMV Gospel Artist Richard Davis Release New Christmas Music

Fredericksburg, VA - Music is a universal language that speaks to the human condition; the ideologies, beliefs, thoughts, and experiences of mankind. Certain people are designed and/or gifted with being the emissaries and ambassadors to deliver music, Richard Davis is one of those people. Richard has been able to transcend the potential limitations and hindrances of the music industry as an award winning musician, writer, and producer.

Just in time to brighten your holiday spirits, Davis prepares to release “Christ The Lord” [EP]. The inspiration behind this EP is Christmas music that celebrates Jesus Christ.  Christ The Lord [EP] encompasses music that speaks not just to the Christmas Holiday or just to Jesus's Birthday but speaks to who Jesus was born to be, who he was as he lived on earth and who he is to us all now.  This is a collection of Christmas music including Instrumentals and classic songs.

The project opens with a celebration of Christmas with the instrumental song "Christmas Rhapsody" a free instrumental composition in one extended movement, typically one that is emotional or exuberant in character.   Songs you will hear in this are Christmas Classics.. "O Come All Ye Faithful", "Silent Night", and "Angels We Have Heard on High" on a stylistic journey from Classical to Jazz to Funk this will be a Song to have your house full of Christmas. Flowing into the song Christ the Lord.  This is a song that speaks to who Jesus... the title song "Christ the Lord" - He is Immanuel God with us, he is Grace for Grace, King of Kings and Lord of Lords and he shall reign forever. 

Oh Holy Night a Classic for the Christmas Season is performed by Instrumental on Piano by Davis.  In this he shares a Jazz rendition of this very popular song.  Christmas Gift is a song that speaks to the gift of Christmas which is the Greatest gift you can give someone ... Jesus Christ.  This song is a reminder of how great a gift Salvation through Jesus Christ really is. 

He continues his ministerial duties at as Director of Music & Fine Arts at Strong Tower Church in Fredericksburg, VA and is known as a passionate and gifted worship leader.

TRACK LISTING

§  CHRISTMAS RHAPSODY

§  CHRIST THE LORD

§  HOLY NIGHT

§  CHRISTMAS GIFT

§  CHRIST THE LORD - RADIO SINGLE

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The Gospel Music Industry’s Problem and Revival

The Gospel Music Industry needs to be owned by the creators, gospel labels and those who support it via media, retail etc. In my opinion, this would solve some of the major problems that we face in our industry regarding support for our genre. Gospel Music creators have always had the advantage of a built in support system via the black church and black media. We need to return back to the church for the revival of the industry. We need to support those media outlets that support us and continue to spearhead new media ventures that will help the genre. That can only happen if we(the above afformentioned) are in control and truly sold out to the genre.

Unfortunately there are not enough Gospel Music creators who see the value in ownership especially as it pertains to royalties/publishing/licensing etc. This is a result of a lack of knowledge. To many Gospel Music creators succumb to the allure of popularity in a niche market. The trade of popularity for independence will always be a sticking point for those who do not see the value in one's self and creative works. We have many Gospel Artists who are popular but own very little.

Lastly, our genre is rooted in the good news of Jesus Christ. There are those who seek to expand the content of our genre by veering from the substance that makes Gospel so powerful. I think that is a mistake. The sound of Gospel is rooted in its substance and style. Styles change but if you change the substance you have changed the original intent of the genre.

Sincerely,

Phillip Carter

Independent Gospel Artist Alliance

Artist, Producer, Label Owner, Songwriter