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Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style.
Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs.
He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums.
Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, earning seven Grammy nominations.
A regular on Bill Gaither’s Homecoming series, he died of cancer in 2011, leaving a lasting gospel legacy.
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Rock of Ages offers a rich...Rock of Ages 2008
Rock of Ages offers a rich treasury of the great hymns of the church sung by gospel music’s most influential voices. Hosted by Bill and Gloria Gaither, this 90-minute video celebration features time-honored favorites, including moving performances by Mark Lowry, Sue Dodge and a wonderful choir of gospel music’s finest voices and pioneers.
This heartwarming Homecoming gathering features timeless...A Campfire Homecoming 2008
This heartwarming Homecoming gathering features timeless songs sung around a cozy campfire with gospel music's most beloved friends. With unprecedented access to fun, relaxed moments with the Homecoming family, A Campfire Homecoming brings you into the Homecoming family circle and offers a front row seat to the authentic joy and camaraderie that defines this family of artists.
The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize...Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song 2007
The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song will honor either a songwriter, interpreter, or singer/songwriter whose career reflects lifetime achievement in promoting the genre of song as a vehicle of artistic expression and cultural understanding. Paul Simon, one of America's most respected songwriters and musicians, was the recipient of the first annual Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Named in honor of the legendary George and Ira Gershwin, the award recognizes the profound and positive effect of popular music on the world's culture.
Join Bill and Gloria Gaither and...Canadian Homecoming 2006
Join Bill and Gloria Gaither and their Homecoming Friends as they travel north to Toronto for a Canadian Homecoming. You'll love this toe-tapping, uplifting and exciting concert-in-the-round experience, taped before a sold-out audience in Toronto's Air Canada Centre!
The Gaither Homecoming Tour celebrates its 10...Live From Toronto 2006
The Gaither Homecoming Tour celebrates its 10th anniversary in a big way by capturing all the sounds and excitement of a concert-in-the-round on video in Live From Toronto.This one-of-a-kind event showcases performances by the Gaither Vocal Band, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Russ Taff, Jessy Dixon and many more!
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Good News with Bill Gloria Gaither...Good News 2000
Good News with Bill & Gloria Gaither and their Homecoming Friends. Friends share good, good news. Includes: Good News Good, Good News - Tim Riley My Burdens Have Rolled Away That Old-Time Religion - Tanya Good Sykes Trying To Get A Glimpse - The Cathedrals You Can Lean On Me - Babbie Mason I'm Longing For Jesus To Come Back - LaBreeska Hemphill, Roger McDuff, John McDuff, Anthony Burger The Ninety And Nine - Donnie Sumner, The Talley Trio I'm Free - Lynda Randle, David Phelps When He Set Me Free - Russ Taff Thank You, Jesus - Stephen Hill, Lillie Knauls, Jessy Dixon, Babbie Mason, Lynda Randle, Meadowlark Lemon, Buddy Greene Lord, Feed Your Children - Michael English Except For Grace / Grace Grater Than Our Sin - The Martins What A Meeting In The Air - Rosa Nell Speer Powell, Mary Tom (Speer) Reid, Ben Speer, Guy Penrod, David Phelps, Vestal Goodman, Jeanne Johnson, LaBreeska Hemphill, Glen Payne, George Younce, Rex Nelon, Ray Dean Reese
Gaither Gospel Series Filmed at the...Sweet Sweet Spirit 1999
Gaither Gospel Series: Filmed at the Gaither studios in Indiana. Maybe it's the sweet harmonica of Buddy Greene and the vocals of Jessy Dixon and Bob Cain on "Leaning On The Everlasting Arms" or a "senior quartet" which features a 93-year-old surprise guest. Maybe it's the angelic voice of The Ruppes who make their Homecoming debut with "Angels In The Room." Whatever it is, there's a sweet, sweet spirit that will have you rewinding and watching again and again
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