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Kirk Franklin and The Family. By: Robin Anderson . Journal Information .
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Kirk Franklin and The Family By: Robin Anderson
Journal Information • Kirk Dwayne Franklin was born on January 26, 1970 In Fort Worth Texas, United States. He is an American Gospel musician, choir director, and author, and is most notably known for leading urban contemporary gospel choir such as The Family, God’s Property and One Nation Crew.
About The Choir The Family Kirk Franklin organized The Family in 1992. It was the 17 voice choir formed from neighborhood friends and family. They were immediately signed up to a recording contract by the co-founder of fledging record label Gospo Centric when they heard one of their demo tapes.
The Vocalist • David Mann • Elder Jonathan Drummond • Dalon Collins • Byron Cole • Minister Darrell Blair • Tommy Colter • Duawne Starling • Sheila Brice • Ramona White- Cole • Nelda Washington • Terri Pace • Carrie Young-Davis "Mousie" • KishaGrandy • Tamela Mann • Janette Williams • Demetrius "Dee" Hereford • Yolanda McDonald • Teresa Young • Cassandra Cleveland-Robertson • Farrell Mannings
The Musicians • Bass: Jerome Allen • Drums: Eric Morgan • Keys: Jerome Harmon, Bobby Sparks • Lead: Anthony Thomas
Albums • Kirk Franklin & the Familyit was released in (1993) • Kirk Franklin & the Family Christmas it was released in (1995)