“Faith In Action” Award Recipient, Appearances By Sports Agent

Nicole Lynn, NFL Players Donovan McNabb, Demario Davis,

Kelvin Beachum, Justin Herron and More

The 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration was a night of uplifting performances, unique tributes, and words of encouragement by NFL players Demario Davis (New Orleans Saints), Donovan McNabb (Philadelphia Eagles), and hosted by syndicated radio personality Willie Moore, Jr.

One of Gospel music’s prolific artists, Tye Tribbett, kicked off the show with “Get Up” & “We Gon Be Alright,” which brought the audience to its feet. Grammy-winning contemporary gospel artist Israel Houghton set the atmosphere by performing “You Are Good” and “Moving Forward.” The powerhouse gospel music artist Kierra Sheard-Kelly took the audience higher with “Something Has To Break”  and a spirited collaboration of her song “Miracles” with the Players Choir. Comprised of current and former NFL Players, the choir celebrated their 15th milestone year in the same city where they first performed together as a group back in 2008. Other players making appearances include Kelvin Beachum of the Arizona Cardinals and Justin Herron of the Las Vegas Raiders.

The legendary Patti LaBelle closed out the Super Bowl Soulful Celebration by performing her signature hits “Something Special (Is Gonna Happen Tonight),” “If Only You Knew,” and more, which kept the audience on its feet, dancing and inspired.

This year’s honoree Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback, Jalen Hurts, received the “Faith In Action” award, which honors current and former NFL Players making an impact in their communities and the lives of others off the field. Nicole Lynn, Hurts’ sports agent and the first black woman to represent a National Football League draft pick, serves as the president of football operations for Klutch Sports Group and accepted the award on Jalen’s behalf.

The Super Bowl Soulful Celebration brings together NFL players, gospel and contemporary Christian performers, comedy, and award-winning musicians on one stage for a spectacular show filled with song, hop, laughter, and uplifting messages of inspiration. Produced by Melanie Few, the only woman and person of color, and an NFL-sanctioned event during Super Bowl week.

Super Bowl Soulful Celebration: An Evening of Inspiration and Culture, formerly Super Bowl Gospel Celebration (SBGC), is founded and executive produced by Atlanta-based marketing consultant Melanie Few. Conceived in 1999 as a gospel brunch in Miami, Super Bowl Soulful Celebration continues as the only multicultural program and inspirational event sanctioned by the NFL during Super Bowl weekend. The annual event joins together key NFL Players, top Gospel/Contemporary Christian and mainstream GRAMMY® Award winning artists, and special guests all on one stage to bring audiences an evening of uplifting music, laughter, and inspirational messages.

SBSC SPECIAL HONOREE JALEN HURTS

In addition to uplifting and inspiring audiences with musical tributes, Super Bowl Soulful Celebration honors current and former NFL players making an impact in their communities, and in the lives of others off the field. This year’s honoree is Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Jalen Hurts. Previous special honorees include Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders, Tim Brown, Russell Wilson, Tony Dungy and Troy Vincent, among others.

“I’m truly honored to receive the ‘Faith in Action’ award just because I know how much faith that it’s taken — faith and work and belief, courage and perseverance; being steadfast throughout everything,” said Hurts in a pre-recorded video message.

”The beautiful part is it’s just the beginning of it and everyday I get the opportunity to dictate how the story goes and that’s something I embrace; that I enjoy. I find it thrilling in being able to determine my own destiny; be the master of my own fate. So, I’m blessed to receive the award. I’m blessed to represent the Philadelphia Eagles and my community, and really blessed to have the opportunity to, whoever is watching this, to encourage them to keep going in whatever they’re chasing too. So, it’s all an honor. ” 



Nicole Lynn, Hurts’ sports agent and the first Black woman to represent a National Football League draft pick, serves as the President of Football Operations for Klutch Sports Group and accepted the award on Jalen’s behalf.

Mesa hosted big names in soul, gospel music for Soulful Celebration; The annual event is the NFL’s kick-off for a week long series of concerts, events and more.

MESA, Ariz. — Good music, faith and fellowship. On Wednesday evening in Mesa, the Super Bowl Host Committee hosted the 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration featuring the biggest names in gospel, praise and soul music.

In 1999, the Super Bowl Committee designated the annual event to share uplifting and inspirational music preceding Sunday’s Big Game. With its rich historical ties to Black culture and celebration, the concert was a warm and soulful kickoff for the week’s festivities. Amongst the big names in attendance were Patti LaBelle, Tye Tribbett, Kierra Sheard-Kelly, the NFL’s own Player’s Choir and Israel Houghton, who was raised here in the Valley. The event also recognized Eagles’ QB Jalen Hurts as the 2023 ‘Faith in Action’ honoree.

Patti LaBelle performs during the 2023 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona.Philadelphia Eagles legend Donovan McNabb introduces Patti LaBelle during the 2023 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.

Kierra Sheard-Kelly performs with The Players Choir on stage during the 2023 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Israel Houghton performs on stage during the 2023 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Pictured clockwise from left: Super Bowl Soulful Celebration Host Willie Moore, Jr.; performer Tye Tribbett opens the show; performer Kierra Shear-Kelly takes the stage; NFL player Demario Davis provides words of inspiration. The Players Choir performs.

Israel Houghton attends 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Phoenix, AZ.LeMarcus Newman, San Francisco 49ers, and Amber Newman attend 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Arizona Cardinals player Kelvin Beachum and wife Jessica Beachum attend the 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Phoenix, AZ.Philadelphia Eagles player Billy McMullen attends 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Philadelphia Eagles legend Donavan McNabb and his mother Wilma attend the 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Danita Claytor and Duane Cheers, winners of Shark Tank, attend 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.

New Orleans Saints player Demario Davis attends the 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.ABC15 anchor Susan Casper and Sidney Smith attends 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Las Vegas Raiders player Justin Herron, Players Choir member Willie Yarbary, LA Chargers, and their guests attend the 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Sports agent Nicole Lynn and members of Klutch Sports Group attend the 24th annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.Judge Mablean Ephriam and Melanie Few arrive at the 2023 Super Bowl Soulful Celebration at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, AZ.

MEET THE VISIONARY BEHIND SBSC

Melanie Few, Founder, Executive Producer, and NFL Sanction Holder of Results Marketing and Media (RMM). Melanie is the only female and person of color with an NFL sanctioned event. She also founded the (NFL) Players Choir in 2014, which has become a staple performance at Super Bowl Soulful Celebration. The Players Choir drew national recognition with their fan favorite appearances on “America’s Got Talent” in 2022 and NFL Honors during Super Bowl .

Melanie’s company RMM has partnered with agencies and corporations alike to create, plan and produce over two hundred integrated marketing events, representing more than thirty brands across sixty product categories.

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AMEN, RIGHT THERE” (ART) is what you say when you are feeling “thankful” and “fortunate” you respond with “Amen, Right There” or if someone is in need of prayer and encouragement it’s ART. The song is inspired by and features Gospel Legend Everett Drake, whose original hit “Amen Goes Right There” became a gospel classic and was the centerpiece of this true collaboration for 14-year producer Dominion Jones aka “Sci Blw” (pronounced Sky-Blue) which makes this an instant rap and gospel classic, especially with Canton and N.I.C.E., it crosses multiple genres in Christian/Gospel and Hip Hop/Rap, ART is very upbeat, a sing-along song with a dance vibe, that has south meets west bounce and melodies with a Kanye West “Through the Wire” type vibe. Instruments include Bass, Drums, Lead Guitar, Piano, and a hard hip-hop kick drum merged with Everett Drake’s gospel vocals and delivers a feel-good sensation.

Emcee N.I.C.E. Stated “To be amongst legends while also being considered one I give God all of the glory! Four generations of music are represented here by myself, Canton Jones, Everett Drake, and Young 14-year-old Sci Blw, the producer. Think about it, Classic Gospel, Gospel Rap, Christian Hip Hop, and a classic flip in a time where we need some joy and hope, this could become a song of the year!”

Canton Jones followed with “I am So blessed to work with the legendary Emcee N.I.C.E. And Everett Drake! I’m so humbled that my son, SCI BLW, produced a modern-day interpretation of a song that was already classic in “Amen Goes Right There!” me working with my son, is like Lebron and Bronny coming together, except, I beat LeBron James to it.

Everett Drake when reflecting on the song, “Words cannot express the joy and gratitude I feel knowing that this message will live on through another generation because of these amazing young Brothers, Emcee N.I.C.E. And Canton Jones!”

Sci Blw (pronounced Sky Blu) says, “It was great producing the beat, and I’m glad I could bless so many people with it including my peers!” Amen Right There is a song that is destined to bridge the gap between the Gospel and Rap, it’s radio friendly and it will uplift and unite listeners that love Christian Hip Hop, Gospel Rap, and Gospel music. Amen Right There!

About Emcee N.I.C.E.

Aulsondro “Novelist” Hamilton also known as Emcee N.I.C.E., a multi-platinum producer and Billboard chart-topping Christian hip-hop recording artist, is the curator of the award-winning station God’s House of Hip Hop Radio powered by Dash Radio. In 2 years, Emcee N.I.C.E. And business partner Chantal Grayson took an emerging genre in CHH, Latin CHH, and Gospel Rap and created a mainstay in radio, becoming the first station on the Dash Radio platform to win a major award for radio along with being the first hip hop faith-based hip hop station to win the coveted Stellar Award, Gospel’s most prestigious award. The station would also go on to win 15 The Spin Awards, Best New Station, Best Internet Radio Station, Best Radio Station Two or More Hosts and Emcee N.I.C.E. Also won Internet Radio Host of the Year. N.I.C.E. Is also one of two executive producers for the God’s House of Hip Hop 20/20 Summer Fest, a faith-based hip-hop music festival held in Los Angeles. As well as the Number 1 Best Selling Author on Amazon.

About Canton Jones

Canton Jones is a Billboard Chart topping Grammy-nominated Contemporary gospel rap, singer, and producer. With over ten records and multiple guest appearances, based in Atlanta. His unapologetic, socially conscious take on gospel weaves sweeping instrumentation, traditional gospel, contemporary R&B melodies, hip-hop, and electronics in a production style that weds the sonic approach of musical theater and dance music behind his rich baritone.

About Everrett Drake

Everett Drake is a gospel legend known for being a featured vocalist on the Bobby Jones Gospel show on B.E.T. (Black Entertainment Television) and Word Television. His musical roots began in the church, singing in the choir and later serving as Choir Director of his beloved First Baptist Church South Inglewood. His dynamic passion for singing and directing was soon recognized by other gospel singers and he was tapped to join The Johnson Ensemble, a local singing group. They were enormously popular during the 1970s and recorded several albums. Their signature album, “The Harvest Is Plentiful” brought them national recognition. Everett, again, finds himself in the company of gospel music’s hottest stars, from Shirley Caesar, Rance Allen, and John P. Kee to Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, and Tye Tribbett.

About Sci Blw (pronounced Sky-Blue)

Dominion Jones aka Sci Blw is a 14-year-old producer based out of Atlanta, Georgia, and the son of Gospel Rap legend Canton Jones. Sci Blw has released two albums, an EP, and four singles. His Latest album “The Night Shift” is available now.

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She is the first female Gospel Rap artist in history to perform on the legendary Dr. Bobby Jones Presents television showcase, and the first gospel rapper to be awarded and honored during the 40th Annual Mississippi Gospel Music Awards as “Mississippi Spotlight Artist of the Year” and a “Woman in Gospel, Making Things Happen.” To date, she has been awarded over thirty (30) times from various platforms and has received dozens more nominations. Tiffany is an active Voting Member of The Recording Academy | GRAMMY. As an actress, she was featured on Fox’s Empire in addition to other well known cable and network television series. Additionally, she is a 3x-published author, model, and host. She presents a brand new, timeless title track classic with a smooth, soulful sound entitled, “He’s Been Good.”

Tiffany “Miz Tiffany” Coleman-McGee has been coined a “triple threat in entertainment.” She is Mississippi’s first multi-award-winning Christian Hip Hop | Gospel Rap Artist and The Best of Mississippi Awards 2022 Female Entertainer of the Year. Her trendsetting work has broken traditions within the four walls of the church as well as introduced a unique multi-cultural and ethnic style of music and ministry of the gospel, urban and hip hop communities. Her artistry and musical releases have been GRAMMY-considered in several categories. In 2019, Miz Tiffany made history as the first-ever female solo rap artist to receive an official Stellar Gospel Music Award nomination for Rap / Hip Hop Gospel CD of the Year for her debut album entitled, “I Ain’t Preaching to the Choir.” She is the first female Gospel Rap artist in history to perform on the legendary Dr. Bobby Jones Presents television showcase, and the first Gospel rapper to be awarded and honored during Jackson Music Awards 40th Annual Mississippi Gospel Music Awards as “Mississippi Spotlight Artist of the Year” and a “Woman in Gospel, Making Things Happen.” To date, she has been awarded over thirty (30) times on various platforms and has received dozens more nominations.

Tiffany is an active Voting Member of The Recording Academy | GRAMMY, Gospel Music Association | Dove Awards, Stellar Awards Gospel Music Academy, Mississippi Gospel Music Awards, and a registered Songwriter | Composer | Performer at Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI). Her single, “I’m Souled” peaked twice at number 13 on Digital Radio Tracker’s Global Top 50 Gospel Airplay Chart as well as number 56 on the DRT Top 150 Independent Airplay Chart.

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DONNIE MCCLURKIN PRESENTED WITH SONG OF THE YEAR FOR “I NEED YOU”

The Private Luncheon Also Recognized the Top Ten Most Performed 
Gospel Songs Of 2017

March 26, 2018 (New York, NY) – BMI honored the best and brightest in gospel music at the BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music luncheon, held on March 23rd at La Cave in Las Vegas, Nevada. Renowned singer/songwriter Donnie McClurkin was awarded the event’s highest honor of Song of the Year for his hit “I Need You” which spent 58 weeks on Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs chart. The private ceremony was hosted by BMI Vice President, Creative, Atlanta Catherine Brewton and Assistant Vice President, Creative, Los Angeles Wardell Malloy.

The uplifting event also celebrated the remarkable achievements of the gospel community recognizing the Ten Most Performed Songs of the Year (2017) from its affiliated songwriters. Those songs included  “#YDIA,” written by Lucius B. Hoskins; “Better,” written by Jason Clayborn; “Father Jesus Spirit,” written and performed by Fred Hammond with co-writer Shelton Summons;  “God Provides” written by Kirk Franklin; “God’s Grace” written and performed by Luther Barnes;  “Hang On” written by Derrick Starks; “Never Have to Be Alone” written by Alvin Love III; “Victory Belongs to Jesus” written and performed by Todd Dulaney; “You” written and performed by Jeremy Boyd with co-writer Jermaine Dolly and “You Deserve It” written by David Bloom.

“It was an honor to recognize the work of these incredible songwriters who have touched so many with their unique gift,” said Brewton. “Their music has been a cornerstone of worship and they continue to inspire others through their songwriting.”

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