February 26, 2009 - New York, NY - Mathew Knowles, President and CEO, Music World Entertainment/Spirit Rising Music and Dr. Bobby Cartwright, Jr., Executive Producer and Founder of Gospel Superfest TV have joined forces to release THE BEST OF GOSPEL SUPERFEST, an 11-track CD and accompanying DVD available at Wal-Mart, www.musiChristian.com (at a special value rate under $11.00), Amazon.com and Christian bookstores on March 10, 2009.  The CD and DVD wil lalso be available for download on iTunes beginning March 10, 2009 (ringtones are available on March 17).  The project contains a special collection of outstanding performances by some of today's top gospel music artists captured at sessions held at Gospel Superfest celebrations in Atlanta, Jacksonville, Florida and New York City.  Artists included are Karen Clark Sheard, Tye Tribbett, Trin-i-tee 5:7, Melvin Williams, Shirley Murdock, Howard Hewett, Angie Winans, Ricky Dillard, Professor Wilbur Belton, James Hall & Worship and Praise, Lonnie Hunter and more.  Knowles and Cartwright serve as Executive Producers.

 
Viewers and listeners of THE BEST OF GOSPEL SUPERFEST will be treated to selections including "It's Not Over" (Karen Clark Sheard), "Take Me Back" (Ricky Dillard & New G), "I Will Lift" (Trin-i-tee 5:7), "No Way" (Tye Tribbett & GA), "The Lord's Prayer" (Angie Winans) and "Say Amen" (Howard Hewett), among others [full track listing below].

"Gospel Superfest is awesome," states Larry Tinsley, host of "Sunday Mornings" on V103 in Atlanta─arguably the highest-rated gospel radio show in the country (based on Arbitron ratings).  "It is powerful, moving and thoroughly uplifting.  The energy and excitement of the program runs from start to finish and takes our worship experience to another level.  It is a 'must see' for everyone who loves the Lord."
 
"Dr. Bobby Cartwright is truly a gift to the body of Christ," states Bishop Paul S. Morton, Senior Pastor Changing A Generation FGBC, Atlanta, GA and Greater St. Stephen Ministries, New Orleans, LA.  "He has used his gifts and talent to create an award-winning production, 'The Super Gospel Fest.'  This is not only a musical showcase of talented gospel artists, it is also a vehicle that has touched and changed the lives of many."
 
The motivation behind releasing the CD/DVD project came from viewers of the TV series who continually asked, "Where can I get a copy of the program I just saw?  Is it available on DVD?  I would love a copy for a friend, etc."  With Gospel Superfest celebrations having a reputation of being one of the most spiritually impacting and uplifting concert series in urban America, Knowles saw the need to join with Dr. Cartwright to meet the needs of the continuous requests by fans, resulting in the release of the first Gospel Superfest CD/DVD.
 
"I am excited about the partnership with Dr. Bobby Cartwright, Jr. on this project.  Gospel music has always been important to our family and through this CD/DVD, hopefully we will inspire and touch the lives of thousands of people all over the world who will enjoy some of the best performers in gospel music," states Mathew Knowles, President and CEO of Music World Entertainment/Spirit Rising Music.
 
The nationally-syndicated show has aired in major markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Washington, DC, Atlanta, Houston and Detroit. Gospel Superfest TV specials have also been carried by several broadcast and cable networks including TBN, The Gospel Music Channel, The Word Network, The Daystar TV Network and ION Media Networks.  Gospel Superfest has become one of the top national events dedicated to black gospel music television, its production, expansion and most importantly, its preservation.  Backed by some of the largest corporations in America, Gospel Superfest TV has been seen by millions of viewers during its illustrious ten year history.  The next special, "The Allstate Gospel Superfest Spring Jam," will air nationally in syndication April 1 through April 30, 2009.
 
"We are so excited about this release," says Dr. Bobby Cartwright, Jr., Executive Producer and Founder of Gospel Superfest Television.  "Audiences will be blessed, uplifted and inspired by these special segments from our series and I am privileged and honored to work with Mr. Knowles and Music World on our first CD/DVD offering."
 
In 1998, Dr. Cartwright received a vision from God to produce a national TV show that would accomplish several things-expand the gospel music TV landscape, uplift and inspire TV audiences around the world and offer opportunities for new and up-and-coming gospel artists.  This was a huge task for someone who had never produced a national TV show, and also had no contacts to call upon to get a quick tutorial.  However, with much contemplation, some reservation at first, but practicing faith, the Gospel Superfest was implemented as a three-day festival in the city of Louisville, KY.  Ten years later, Gospel Superfest has become the most widely distributed urban gospel TV show in history.  It's the only gospel production in syndication, to originate from the entertainment capital of the world (New York City) for three consecutive years (2004, 2005 and 2006).  Somehow, this then novice production team, with this God given vision, pulled off what many deemed as impossible.
 
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THE BEST OF GOSPEL SUPERFEST
CD/DVD Track Listing
 
1.         Karen Clark Sheard - It's Not Over
2.         Ricky Dillard & New G - Take Me Back
3.         Trin-I-Tee 5:7 - I Will Lift
4.         Melvin Williams - Ooh Wee Another Blessing
5.         Tye Tribbett & GA - No Way
6.         Shirley Murdock - Oh Come All Ye Faithful
7.         James Hall & Worship and Praise - Deep Down In My Heart
8.         Angie Winans - The Lord's Prayer
9.         Professor Wilbur Belton & LADWEC Mass Choir - Oh Give Thanks
10.       Howard Hewett - Say Amen
11.       Lonnie Hunter & Voices of St. Mark - Let's Dance