Mahalia Jackson — “The Queen of Gospel Music” — was born 112 years ago today
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Mahalia Jackson backstage at the Newport Jazz Festival, 1957 Photo by Ted Williams Mahalia Jackson, “The Queen of Gospel Music,” was born 112 years ago today. Possessing a powerful contralto voice, Jackson was one of the most influential gospel singers in the world and was heralded internationally as a singer and civil rights activist.
Mahalia Jackson — “The Queen of Gospel Music” — was born 112 years ago today
Mahalia Jackson — “The Queen of Gospel Music…
Mahalia Jackson — “The Queen of Gospel Music” — was born 112 years ago today
Mahalia Jackson backstage at the Newport Jazz Festival, 1957 Photo by Ted Williams Mahalia Jackson, “The Queen of Gospel Music,” was born 112 years ago today. Possessing a powerful contralto voice, Jackson was one of the most influential gospel singers in the world and was heralded internationally as a singer and civil rights activist.