It owed its musical ethos to Memphis, Liverpool, and the rollicking rhythms of rock 'n' roll. "Praise" music, on the other hand, was a mellower brand of music aimed at corporate worship.

The 4,000 seats at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden were full for the noon service as Minister Steven Hurd grabbed a microphone. He already had sung, clapped and prayed, stirring up 8,000 ...

In the worship music landscape, each participant has its priorities: Churches seek out songs to serve their congregations, artists create music to minister to the church, the industry provides a ...