Gospel releases, week 38

This week's gospel releases highlight a mix of archival discoveries and new artistic expressions. Bob Dylan's expansive 39-CD collection from the Rolling Thunder Revue offers rare recordings that intersect with spiritual and folk traditions. Meanwhile, Kirk Franklin and Karen Clark Sheard release a heartfelt thanksgiving track, and a reimagined Bruce Hornsby song gains renewed attention for its deep cultural resonance. The week also reflects on legacy, with tributes to past voices and the enduring influence of Southern storytelling in music.

1. 01

   Bob Dylan, The Rolling Thunder Revue

   Bob Dylan announces 39-CD box set of 1976 Rolling Thunder Revue live recordings

   Sep 17 · 11 outlets

2. 02

   Brandy Clark, Meshell Ndegeocello, Bob Dylan

   Brandy Clark announces new album 'the bird' and 2027 tour dates

   Sep 18 · 2 outlets

3. 03

   Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, Brenda Lee, Merle Haggard

   Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard Hit No. 1 With an Album Featuring a Song Previously Recorded by Brenda Lee and Elvis Pr…

   Sep 16 · 1 outlet

4. 04

   Josh Turner

   Josh Turner's 'Your Man' sparks fan reaction

   Sep 14 · 2 outlets

5. 05

   Josh Turner

   Josh Turner Lost Home Depot Ad Gig to Yellowstone Star

   Sep 14 · 2 outlets

6. 06

   Kirk Franklin, Karen Clark Sheard

   First Listen: Kirk Franklin and Karen Clark Sheard want to “Thank You”

   Sep 18 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   Bruce Hornsby

   How a Bruce Hornsby song about deep-seated racism in the South became an unlikely No.1 with an unexpected afterlife. "It was a complete fluke. Nobody thought it was gonna be anything"

   Sep 17 · 1 outlet

8. 08

   Andy Sheppard, Eva Cassidy, Wadada Leo Smith

   Andy Sheppard, Jonathan Karrant, Eva Cassidy, Wadada Leo Smith

   Sep 17 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   Hank Williams, Grand Ole Opry

   On This Day in 1946, Hank Williams Was Rejected by the Grand Ole Opry—but the Audition Landed Him a Recording Contract

   Sep 14 · 1 outlet

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