1K Phew, Donnie McClurkin and DMX News

1K Phew, also known as Isaac Gordon, is an artist who brings originality and creativity to Christian music, pushing boundaries and redefining the genre. His humor-infused storytelling and music, rooted in Christian truth, resonate with audiences and offer a fresh perspective on faith. Through his collaborations and authenticity, 1K Phew aims to be a positive example for others, especially in his hometown of Atlanta. His journey in music, from working with Zaytoven to signing with Reach Records, reflects his commitment to his craft and faith. With a focus on unity and family, 1K Phew’s music continues to reach diverse audiences and make an impact beyond the realm of hip-hop culture.

Grammy winners Amy Grant and Crystal Gayle to headline Belfast concert

Grammy Award winners Amy Grant and Crystal Gayle will headline the FOLK iN FUSION concert at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on January 13, 2026, kicking off the Your Roots Are Showing! folk and roots conference. The event celebrates the cultural ties between Belfast and Nashville, with Grant and Gayle leading the lineup. The concert will feature a blend of American folk and Irish traditional music, showcasing artists from both sides of the Atlantic. The conference, running from January 14 to 18, will include over 100 artists, 60 speakers, and workshops covering various topics in the folk music industry. Tickets for FOLK iN FUSION are available now.

Donnie McClurkin Accused Of Sexually Abusing Former Assistant

Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin is being sued by one of his former assistants who claims he was sexually abused over several years. Giuseppe Corletto said in the lawsuit that he was struggling to reconcile his sexuality with his faith when he sought out McClurkin in 2003. Corletto eventually became McClurkin’s assistant and his lawsuit alleges that the singer began to molest him during “pray the gay away” spiritual sessions. According to the lawsuit, Corletto received an apology email from McClurkin declaring himself a “dirty ‘old man,'” after an alleged assault, however, an attorney for the 66-year-old said the allegations are “categorically false.

DMX To Be Posthumously Ordained

DMX is becoming an ordained minister at a historic Underground Railroad Church.  The late rapper will receive the posthumous honor this weekend at the Foster Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in Tarrytown, New York, which once served as a stop on the Underground Railroad that helped Southern slaves flee to the North before the Civil War.  The bishop of the church says they are recognizing DMX, whose real name was Earl Simmons, for the ministry he carried out through his music, and said Simmons “turned his pain into a ministry of raw truth.”