Youthful Praise

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At the core of Gospel music is the Message -- messages of hope, love, redemption and salvation and its purpose is to give praise, declare faith and thank God. JJ Hairston & Youthful Praise fully embraces these concepts on their new album, AFTER THIS. “I want people to hear the messages first … I wanted to make a statement and say something instead of just captivating people with a beat or a dance,” said Hairston, long-time leader and director of Youthful Praise. To that end, Hairston wrote heavily on AFTER THIS, having 10 of the 12 songs written or co-written by him. Hairston was inspired to write after listening to a series of sermons by Bishop TD Jakes. “During my writing time, I gleaned so much from some of Bishop’s teachings,” explained Hairston. The themes of praise, declaration and thanksgiving are sewn throughout the fabric of AFTER THIS. From song to song are expressions of God’s complete greatness and power. Leading off is the up-tempo and instantaneous classic “Lord of All,” featuring Bishop Hezekiah Walker. Harkening back to an identifiable ‘Brooklyn’ sound Walker leads the choir in a head-nodding, call & response jam. Hairston intentionally takes Youthful Praise back to basics with signature vocals, harmonies and that special East coast sound that made a permanent impact almost 10 years ago. “I really wanted more of YP to be heard this time,” said Hairston. “I intentionally brought that sound back.” The vocals of Youthful Praise shine on the ballad “Now,” whic

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Exalted (Live In Baltimore)

Resting On His Promise - Single

Resting On His Promise

Live! The Praise… The Worship

After This

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Exalted...Live In Baltimore

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Live! The Praise The Worship

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Live the Worship, The Praise

Awesome God

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Live! The Praise... The Worship (feat. James Hairston) (Live)

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Resting On His Promise (feat. J.J. Hairston)

Thank You for the Change

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