What is James Fortune famous for?”
By Gina Gomez James FortuneJan 11, (THAINDIAN NEWS) The fans of gospel music singer James Fortune were in for a treat as the much acclaimed artist gave a scintillating performance at the Celebration of Gospel, BET’s annual gospel music event which was aired on Sunday. The event which was held last month at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles saw a soul stirring performance by the gospel music artist which kept the audiences asking for more. The Celebration of Gospel witnessed James Fortune set the stage on fire as the singer delivered a performance that made sure that the audiences have a spectacular musical experience. Anticipation regarding the performance of the popular gospel music singer was running high since it was revealed that James Fortune would be participating in the Celebration of Gospel this time around. The breathtaking performance that the singer displayed surely did not disappoint the music lovers who were eagerly awaiting to see James Fortune come up with his soul-stir
ames Fortune is a gospel music singer. He is a graduate of Kempner High School in Sugar Land, Texas, and attended Cal State Northridge. James Fortune & FIYA’s highly anticipated debut CD, “You Survived” was released in September 2004. He was honored at the 19th annual ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Music Awards for his hit single “You Survived” off the same album. “You Survived” also peaked as the #2 most played Gospel song in the country and has remained in the Top 7 for the last 3 years. The radio single, “God Can” features Micah Stampley and upcoming gospel artist Zacardi Cortez. James Fortune received a 2006 ASCAP Writers Award for “You Survived” alongside some of music’s finest like L.L. Cool J., Mary Mary, and Ciara. FIYA has been nominated four years in a row for the Texas Gospel Youth & Young Adult Choir of the year. They have been featured on Eric Carrington’s album, “Soar”. FIYA has been blessed to open up for various artists such as, John P. Kee, Kim Burrell, Stevie Wonder, Mary Mary
