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As of September 2009, Yolanda Adams had sold 4.5 million albums since 1991 in the United States, and nearly 8 million albums worldwide according to SoundScan.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
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Yolanda Adams | |
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 Adams singing in May 2010 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Yolanda Yvette Adams |
| Also known as | Queen of Contemporary Gospel Music, First Lady of Modern Gospel |
| Born | August 27, 1961 Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Gospel, R&B, soul |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1982–present |
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| Website | yolandaadamslive |
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Mathew Knowles found phenomenal success grooming and managing the mega group Destiny's Child. He is now handing out mics to Blush, a harmonically blended hip-hop and R&B trio, and since 2013, they are using their mics to mix fiery rhymes and hooks.
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André Wallace is a City Council Member at Mount Vernon, New York. He is also the owner of a construction company, Creative Direction Construction & Design.
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Robert D. Siano, Esq. has practiced law for over thirteen years and is an experienced attorney that handles matters involving entertainment, including intellectual property, contracts, and licensing.
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Gerald Alston is an American R&B singer, and the lead singer with The Manhattans. Between 1988 and 1995, he left the group to record five albums (later recording his tribute to Sam Cooke in 2008) and ten solo singles.
AJ Woodson is Editor-In-Chief at Black Westchester and Co-Owner at Urban Soul Media Group, the parent company. He is a father, author, writer, rapper, radio personality, hip-hop historian, and a freelance journalist.
