Fred Hammond releases first live project in 17 years this fall

Award-winning gospel artist and producer Fred Hammond will release his first live recording in 17 years on Sept. 30.

The 12-track project, “Worship Journal Live”, was recorded in Houston last month and is available for pre-order on Amazon, iTunes and Google Play and Apple Music.

The lead single, “Father Jesus Spirit”, can be heard on radio.

Hammond kicks off the “Festival of Praise 2016 Tour” in Las Vegas in Oct. 5. This is the third year for the tour and will include a line-up that includes Hezekiah Walker, Israel Houghton, Regina Belle, Karen Clark Sheard, Casey J, and comedian Earthquake. R

The tour will hit more than 50 cities, including Atlanta in late October.

Hammond gives listeners a sample of his new music on his Facebook page.

Regina Belle on new CD, “The Day Life Began”

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