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his dad’s tirade, in which the 16-time Grammy winner mocked his kin for being poor and threatened to put his foot in his son’s “skinny motherf—ing a–.”“Recently my son and I had an argument that he chose to record,” the elder Franklin said in a video apology posted on Twitter on Saturday.“I felt extremely disrespected in that conversation and I lost my temper and I said words that are not appropriate and I am sincerely sorry to all of you.

Legendary choir director and gospel singer Kirk Franklin issued an apology after leaked audio of him delivering a profanity-filled rant against his estranged son went viral.  Kerrion Franklin recorded part of a phone call that included a heated argument with the 16-time Grammy-winner and posted the audio to his Instagram, which quickly went viral and began trending on Twitter.

Gospel trailblazer Kirk Franklin, along with his powerful choir and full band, turned a Texas studio into the latest backdrop for their NPR Tiny Desk (Home) concert. The artist and producer performed four of his biggest tracks as part of Tiny Desk's Black History Month celebrations.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorRoddy Ricch, 21 Savage, Jhené Aiko and Kirk Franklin will perform in “iHeartRadio’s Living Black!,” a special spotlighting the power of Black culture throughout Black History Month in February.The nationwide on-air celebration will feature the first-ever “iHeartRadio’s Living Black!” special event with performances by Roddy Ricch, 21 Savage, Jhené Aiko, Kirk Franklin and hip-hop, R&B and gospel music artists.

EXCLUSIVE: H.E.R, Glennon Doyle, Kelly Rowland and Pharrell Williams are among the artists set to be featured on a new podcast from Sony Music Entertainment and gospel artist Kirk Franklin.

Kirk Franklin scores his milestone 50th week at No. 1 on Billboard’s Gospel Songwriters chart (dated Aug. 8), thanks to his smash single “Love Theory.” “Love Theory” stands at No. 3 on the Hot Gospel Songs chart, after

For King & Country, the duo comprising brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, crowns Billboard's Christian Airplay chart as "Together," with Kirk Franklin and Tori Kelly, rises 3-1 on the list dated Aug. 1. In the tracking week ending July 26, the song increased by

Kirk Franklin was named songwriter of the year at BMI’s 2020 Trailblazers of Gospel Music event.

The iconic Roots Picnic looked a little different this year. The annual event went digital in 2020, and served as a collaboration with When We All Vote, the voting rights organization headed by Michelle Obama.

Billy Porter and Kirk Franklin were among the many stars who used the Global Goal: Unite For Our Future concert as a platform to highlight the important changes taking place across the United States and around the world right now.

For King & Country (Luke and Joel Smallbone) teamed up with pop singer Tori Kelly and gospel great Kirk Franklin for a rousing performance of their collab "Together" on Saturday (June 27) for the "Global Goal: Unite for Our Future" concert.

When We All Vote for the event.The June 27 show--executive produced by Shawn Gee (Live Nation Urban), the Roots' Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Tariq Trotter (Two One Five Entertainment) and Dan Parise (DPS)--will be hosted by Quest, Black Thought and Obama, with sets from The Roots, H.E.R., Roddy Ricch, Lil Baby, SZA, Kirk Franklin, Snoh Aalegra, Earthgang, G Herbo, Polo G, D Nice and Musiq Soulchild (backed by The Roots).Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chris Paul, Tom Hanks, Liza Koshy, Kerry Washington,

performances, summits and panels from Bruno Mars, John Legend, Patti Labelle, Swizz Beatz, Estelle, Doug E Fresh, BBD, Nas, Andra Day, Master P, Tank and The Bangas, PJ Morton, India.Arie, Kelis, Kirk Franklin, The Clark Sisters, Egypt Sherrod and more.Leading a special tribute to the city of New Orleans will be Mayor LaToya Cantrell,PJ Morton, Big Freedia, Irma Thomas, Tank and The Bangas and Big 6 Brass Band.

On Sunday (May 31), as protesters took to the streets for another day against police brutality, Kirk Franklin went live on Instagram in his studio with Fred Hammond, Bishop T.D. Jakes, Tamela Mann, and Marvin Sapp to infuse some inspiration into the day.

Gospel singers Kirk Franklin and Fred Hammond turned the latest 'Verzuz' battle into a much-needed healing session amid a painful week.After the death of George Floyd and the nationwide protests that have followed, Franklin and Hammond -- wearing coordinating "I Can't Breathe" and "I Can't Breathe Again" statement shirts -- went live with their uplifting music Sunday night (May 31) on Instagram.

We need some Kirk Franklin in our life right now!

Following the unlawful killing of George Floyd and the consequent nationwide protests, gospel singers Kirk Franklin and Fred Hammond plan to bring healing for their Verzuz battle on Sunday, May 31.

Keedron Bryant has given voice to what many people are feeling these days in the wake of the police-related death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The 12-year-old singer has drawn praise, and millions of views, for his moving a cappella perf

For King & Country unveiled the hopeful music video for their new single "Together" on Monday (May 4).With assists from Tori Kelly and Kirk Franklin, the emotive clip features stories of people around the world affected by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and life in the age of social distancing."If you're lookin' for hope tonight, raise your hand/ If you're feelin' alone and don't understand/ If you're fighting in the fight of your life, then stand/ We're gonna make it through this hand in

BET will be hosting a star-studded Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort special on Wednesday (April 22), hosted by Anthony Anderson, Kelly Rowland, Terrence J and Regina Hall.

BET will be hosting a star-studded Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort special on Wednesday (April 22), hosted by Anthony Anderson, Kelly Rowland, Terrence J and Regina Hall.

DJ Khaled, Charlie Wilson, Chance the Rapper, Kirk Franklin, Fantasia and Melvin Crispell III are slated to perform in a special BET show that will assist people of color in dealing with the coronavirus.The Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort broadcast special will air April 22 at 8 p.m. ET.The special will be hosted by singer and actress Kelly Rowland, TV personality Terrence J and actress Regina Hall.

Roommates, one of the best ways to pass the time as we continue to be locked down due to the coronavirus, is tuning into the various Instagram battles with some of the best in the music industry. The legendary Missy Elliott has an idea for the next battle—and she wants gospel icons Kirk Franklin and Donnie McClurkin front and center.

At this year's Grammys, Ava DuVernay introduced Meek Mill, DJ Khaled, John Legend, Roddy Ricch, Kirk Franklin, and YG to the stage for their tribute to the late Nipsey Hussle. The Hollywood Reporter states that DuVernay will take her involvement with the rapper, who was shot and killed in 2019, by working on a documentary alongside his family.

Kirk Franklin notches his 12th top 10 on Billboard's Gospel Airplay chart, as "Just for Me" climbs 11-10 on the Feb. 1-dated list. The song follows "Love Theory," which became Franklin's six

John Legend collected yet another Grammy last night, winning his eleventh trophy alongside DJ Khaled and the late Nipsey Hussle for the song "Higher." (Legend paid tribute to Hussle alongside Meek Mill, Roddy Ricch, Kirk Franklin, DJ Khaled, and YG with a performance at the awards show.) And Legend and Chrissy Teigen knew exactly how to celebrate: By dancing and singing to Ariana Grande's "NASA" while getting ready for the after party.

The tragic deaths of basketball superstar Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna on Sunday shocked the world and prompted a flood of tributes devastated fans in Los Angeles and far beyond. Kanye West's Sunday Service, a weekly Christian gathering and gospel concert, contained tributes to the Bryants with Kanye West, Chance The Rapper, and Kirk Franklin all performing.

Kanye West found his own way to honor the life of Kobe Bryant.