GMF is sad to share news of the passing of singer/musician/songwriter Charles Johnson, formerly of the Sensational Nightingales and Charles Johnson & The Revivers. Johnson passed this morning (Monday, October 6). He was 83 years old. He is survived by his wife and six children.
During my childhood, I regularly attended concerts featuring the Sensational Nightingales. Johnson was indeed one of the most unique and earnest voices in gospel quartet music.
Read more by Barbara Huffman and see homegoing arrangements at www.singingnews.com.
The “Gospel Memories” Radio Show with host Bob Marovich will feature an extended set of Johnson’s recordings this Saturday (October 11). The show airs at 10 am central time and can be streamed live at www.gospelmemories.com.
Libra Nicole Boyd, PhD is a musician, award-winning author, gospel music aficionado, and the founder and editor of Gospel Music Fever™. Her commitment to journalistic integrity includes bringing you reliable gospel music content that uplifts and advances the art form. Libra is presently working on several scholarly projects about gospel music in the media as well as gospel music in social movements.
Yes.. Amen.. Mr. Charles sure did love JESUS. He had some good gospel music with the message of Christ in it. I Can’t wait till we get to heaven.What a hallelujah time we’re going to have. Shalom
Charles Johnson had a great voice and witness.
I played his music in jail for fifteen years. His music touched many lives. I look forward to spending eternity with him. He truly loved Jesus.
I have great memories of Charles Johnson. I pray to see him in our Heavenly home.
I have listened to Charles and the Revivers for hours. Their music touched my soul. May Charles be singing in heaven. I can’t wait to meet him there.