As a young man in the 1940s and '50s, the late Rev. Frank Paschall Sr. toured Tidewater, Virginia, singing in a cappella groups. He passed his musical wisdom on to his sons, who became the Paschall Brothers—one of few remaining African-American gospel quartets. Their songs, which include "Joy" and "Jesus Gave me Water", are also influenced by soul artists such as the Temptations and Sam Cooke.
The Paschall Brothers' album, "On the Right Road Now," was one of two Smithsonian Folkways recordings recently named winners at the eighth annual Independent Music Awards.
Hear Joy and Jesus Gave me Water
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Comments (7)
great gospel Thanks. Merle
Posted by merle kennedy on January 28,2010 | 12:53 AM
catch up with this group if you can, they are really great live!
Posted by andrew f on June 30,2009 | 09:41 AM
This group brought JOY to my heart this morning. Thanks Roger
Posted by Roger Kist on April 15,2009 | 07:25 AM
I, too, was unable to access the music. What a disappointment!
Posted by Lucy Otto on April 14,2009 | 02:15 PM
What a great blend of voices!!!
Posted by Beverly on April 13,2009 | 04:40 PM
excellent!
Posted by Joe Spooner on March 30,2009 | 11:06 PM
I don't seem to be able to play the Paschall Brothers' songs, apparently something's not working right.
Posted by Alda on March 28,2009 | 03:27 PM