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Commissioned Influenced Modern Gospel

We're shining on a light on Commissioned, a group that used the music of modern time to change the sound of African-American gospel music.

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    Commissioned's Influence on Modern Gospel Music

    We're shining on a light on Commissioned, a group that used the music of modern time to change the sound of African-American gospel music.

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    Quote of the Day

    "If you're walking down the right path and you're willing to keep walking, eventually you'll make progress,"Barack Obama
     

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