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Pastor Donnie
McClurkin
Musical Performer
The three-time Grammy winner, Donnie McClurkin, known worldwide for his
powerful and rich vocal delivery has proven that he is far more than a gospel
singer. The man behind the multi-platinum and gold-selling CD(s) is an amazing
songwriter that have penned chart-topping tunes like, “Stand” and “We Fall
Down,” and have also worn the hat of producer on his projects. His knack for
nailing songs that others can identify with has helped McClurkin to carve out a
spot in the hearts of millions.
His song, “I Need You” from album The Journey (Live) is making a buzz in the
industry and one of the most added at gospel radio. Penned and produced
by McClurkin “I Need You” is his first single since the release of his 2014 album,
DUETS, for which McClurkin collaborated with fellow celebrated gospel artists
including Dorinda Clark-Cole, Tina Campbell, John P. Kee, Marvin Sapp and
Tye Tribbett. Donnie McClurkin is excited about sharing new music as well as
classics on his forthcoming seventh solo album.
Besides being one of the best-selling Gospel recording artists in the history
of the genre, for ten years he has hosted The Donnie McClurkin Show, which
draws over 5 million listeners in 70 plus markets including the international
reach in London, Jamaica ,The Bahamas and Nigeria. The award-winning radio
program is arguably one of the most successful syndicated properties in the
history of Gospel and Urban radio. His highly rated shows are produced by
T&T Creative and syndicated by Gary Bernstein’s Oceanic Tradewinds and
Westwood One.
In the very challenging landscape of the new PPM ratings environment, Donnie’s radio shows sent a shockwave throughout the entire radio industry
with historic #1 double digit ratings in two of the nation’s biggest radio markets, New York and Philadelphia! Indeed, TDMS is rated #1 in the highly
coveted 25-54 age demographic across a large portion of Donnie’s radio footprint. His social media imprint is impressive with close to three million
followers that he interacts with on a regular basis. As a way of celebrating his success with his listeners and affiliate stations, Donnie decided to
embark on a 10 year anniversary tour this year where he is visiting some of the cities that have helped him achieve such incredible milestones. He is
also recognizing deserving “Unsung Heroes” in every city with his personal “heart of gold award”.
On the film and television side McClurkin penned songs for soundtracks such as, “Lady Killer’s” (New Line), “The Prince of Egypt” (DreamWorks) and
added his voice to a song featured in “An Extremely Goofy Movie” (Disney). From the concert stage to the big and small screen, fans have seen the
singer shine in cameo appearances on shows such as “The Parkers”, “Girlfriends”, Paramount film “The Fighting Temptations” starring Cuba Gooding,
Jr. and Beyonce Knowles and a myriad of award shows. However, it was in Sony Screen Gems/ Rainforest Films “The Gospel,” starring Boris Kodjoe
and Idris Elba, that McClurkin made his debut in a character role. He also appears regularly as host on TBN (Trinity Broadcast Network) that has a
worldwide reach. McClurkin has been featured on the pages of USA Today, New York Times, Essence Magazine, Ebony & Jet Magazines, Billboard,
Daily Variety and The Hollywood Reporter. There is definitely far more to this man than his music.
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