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For gospel singer and preacher Donnie McClurkin, music and spreading the word of God are one and the same. His concerts mix gospel standards, stirring originals, impromptu medleys, covers of secular hits and joyful discussions about the power of faith. McClurkin’s style is smooth and sophisticated, but he can still get crowds amped up with his genuine passion and unwavering devotion. It makes for a celebratory live experience, which was perfectly captured on his most recent album, the 2008 live recording We Are All One, which led to the single “Wait On The Lord.” McClurkin’s devotion is also evident in his weekly television show, Perfecting Your Faith.
Music and religion were also the two forces that helped save McClurkin from a childhood filled with trials. He joined his church choir at a young age and was soon doing backup vocals for gospel legend Andraé Crouch. In 1989, he was hired as an associate minister at Detroit’s Perfecting Church, working under another gospel star, Marvin Winans of The Winans Family. McClurkin released his self-titled debut album in 1996, and buoyed by popular single “Stand” and a plug from Oprah Winfrey, the album went gold. He sold tickets around the world, and his UK-recorded live album, 2000’s Live In London and More went double platinum. Its followup, Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs, also went double platinum and earned McClurkin his first of three Grammy Awards. He also earned 10 Stellar Awards, two BET Awards, two Soul Train Awards and one NAACP Image Award. When McClurkin is not touring around the country, he shares his devotion preaching as the senior pastor of the Perfecting Faith Church in Freeport, New York and on the television show Perfecting Your Faith.
Donnie McClurken was not feeling well. I just wish he was able to sing more of his songs. I had been wanting to see him a long time. And I really wanted to see him perform his songs.
Fed Hammond was flashing the illuminati devil horn sign the entire night. The show with 3 women lip synching 1 song each including the Hammond daughter and McClurkin sister. Then the DJ/Emcee JD Lawrence did a strangely out-of-place hip-hop way too loud set including AL Green. The headliners, an alarmingly thin Donnie McClurkin suffering through a diabetes incident and Fred Hammond did a few numbers. After a bizarre short movie clip Donnie and Fred came out and sat in chairs talking about their medical problems before doing a couple songs. After whichthe show can to a complete halt while they shilled for one of the adopt an African kid charity scams. Guilt tripping audience members into signing up. The show ended with a couple more big hits like Victorius.
The volume was so loud that the vocals and band turned to mud during the more uptempo songs. The quieter songs sounded great. The lights left a lot to be desired--any amateur knows you have to front-light dark-skinned people. It seemed like the light person didn't know the music, because when a soloist would step to the front of the stage their solo would be mostly over before the spotlight hit them. All in all a solid show, but it was also only about 65-70% music and the rest testifying and promoting World Vision.
Really great for Sunday evening gospel entertainment.
It was absolutly Awesome. I was truly blessed. Thank you so much for the ministerying voices of Anointed Women of God. They truly open my heart in recieving an extra dose of healing. Only the Father truly knows what you need when you need it.
Had an awesome time! It was a little crowded, but it's ok. Still a great event!!
These are wonderful events. I won't ever miss attending. I had better seats this year which made it all the better. Donnie McClurkin was good and the mass choir was wonderful. Can't wait to see what's on the schedule for next year.
Having church at the fair grandstand was awesome. Ministry, not a concert.
It was an AWESOME experience...not just a concert but worship in unity with several hundred people in this community!
I AM STILL IN AWE OF THE PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE OF THE SF8 SUPER CHOIR MADE UP FROM AREA VOLUNTEERS. IF THEY HAD A CD OF THEIR PERFORMANCE I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT IT BECAUSE THEY WERE SO GREAT. THE HEADLINER DONNIE MCKLURKIN NEEDS NO INTRODUCTION BECAUSE HE ALWAYS GIVE A STELLAR PERFORMANCE. I WILL BE SEEING HIM ALONG WITH THE REST OF THE "KING'S MEN" IN SPETEMBER! FIRST TIME AT THE DELMAR FAIR AND I HAVE BECOME A FAN. THE ORGANIZATION AND PLANNIG WAS WELLONBSERVED. THE PRICING IS FAR BETTER THAN THE LA COUNTY AND ORANGE COUNTY FAIRS. THE FOOD CHOICES ARE SO LARGE IN NUMBER AND VARIETY. I LIVE IN PERRIS AND WILL BE DRIVING BACK TO ENJOY MORE FUN AT THIS FAIR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Got to shake hands an speak with Donnie just before he left. I will be going to see him In LA.
The Super Choir set it off right! Started with the High Praise from Brent Jones and GF8!!! OMG!!! They were a hard ministry to follow. If anyone could do it, it would be Donnie McClurkin!
The Super Choir of about 1000 people as the opening act was awesome. they were on stage and on the floor in front of the stage. Wow that got everyone going. Donnie was great but he held back a few of his most popular songs and promoted the All the Kings men Concert with he and others that will be coming up. Yep going to that one too!!!! Great seats since we did not wait. Good sound system and everything was nice at the facility.
He was amazing. An anointed singer. i just wished he had sung Stand and We fall down...two signature songs missing in action. I am ready to see him again in September
This concert is an experience that I will never forget. Even though the event started late, it was well worth the wait. Every act did a superb job getting the crowd involved in the show and the presence of God was truly witnessed in the venue. Unfortunately, I did not have my camera to take pictures of this awesome experience. Surprise appearances by Tye Tribbett and Kierra "Kiki" Sheard really spiced up the concert. I think there should be more events like this because they are truly needed in difficult times like the one in which we currently live. People's spirits need to be edified, encouraged, and empowered so they can do their part to make this earth a better place for all who inhabit it and for all who will come to inhabit it. Finally, I had the time of my life at this concert and look forward to the next concert like this one at Boardwalk Hall. It proved a phenomenal way to commence the new year and decade.
all of the artists were great. The sound quality was very poor in the auditorium., There were too many long pauses between artists and Fred Hammond was rushed to meet a time schedule
My husband got these tix for me for Christmas. At first I was going to take a friend because I didnt think he would enjoy it. He is a new Christian and not all that into the music yet. Boy did he prove me wrong. God was definitely in that place. We had an amazing time, and it turns out that Donnie McClurkin was his favorite. He even asked me to look for other gospel concerts that are coming to our area. What a blessing to be in that place at that time.
This was a great, affordable event. We were there 4 or 5 hours and still wanted more, especially from Donnie McClurkin.
What an awesome musical worship service I attended this evening! May God get the glory and praise due His Holy Name! My spirit rejoiced, my feet danced and my hands are still clapping when I think about how these gifted talent ministers did not perform but actually minister to our spirits, what a way to begin the new year. Would not have missed it for the world!
The Gospel Celebration 2010 was joyful and energetic! The artists could have ministered a little longer, but I understand the time constratints placed on them. It was obvious that Fred Hammond gave the crowd extra time and sent us home rejoicing. I will definitly make sure I attend the next event!
