Living Golden: Gospel Brunch

Kick off Black Music Month in style with an event tailor-made for gospel music lovers: Living Golden: Gospel Brunch at the Gantt! Enjoy the soul-stirring sounds of gospel tunes, delicious brunch offerings, and an atmosphere buzzing with amazing vibes. It's a celebration you won't want to miss!

Gracing the Gantt stage is the sensational inspiration artist, DOE! Fresh off her wins for “Contemporary Female Artist of the Year” and “Urban/Inspirational Single of the Year” for her smash hit When I Pray, DOE is set to inspire us with uplifting melodies and powerful vocals. Joining her is the award-winning artist and producer Dennis Reed, who is the Music Artist In Residence for 2024 for the Gantt Golden Year. Together, they'll take us on an incredible musical journey.

Our host for the day is Melanie Pratt, the radiant voice of Praise 100.9 FM and Stellar-Award Winning “Radio Announcer of the Year”. Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and uplifted as Melanie guides us through an afternoon of pure joy and celebration.

Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready to experience the magic of gospel music in a beautiful setting. We look forward to seeing you there!

This event is made possible by the generous support of Bank of America.

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Inspirational singer and songwriter DOE, a.k.a. Dominique Jones, was born in Washington State and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana, DOE started singing at a young age with her family.

Growing up in the church, she followed the path of her family by singing Christian/Gospel music and was heavily involved in Gospel music recording and touring, garnering multiple Stellar Award and Dove Award nominations, as well as two Grammy® award nominations for “Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album” and “Best Gospel Performance”.

In 2014, DOE took the leap of faith towards a solo career. “I started experimenting with that and really just honestly doing what was in my heart – doing prayer music and using prayer tools to help people pray.” While DOE continued to do ministry work as a youth pastor in Dallas, she was featured on Jonathan McReynolds’ single Cycles from his 2018 album Make Room. She also released two singles of her own, Deepest Part of You and Reach.

DOE's first album, a self-titled EP, is available now and features the hit single Brighter. Her EP is a rich, neo-soul, eclectic soundtrack of her life that she is eager to share with a broader audience. She hopes her music will positively impact lives through the sound God has given her.

Learn more about DOE at doejonesmusic.com.

Melanie Pratt began her career in radio when she joined the on-air staff at Praise 100.9 in 2006. She is a three-time Stellar Awards nominee for “Gospel Announcer of the Year”, a preliminary judge for BET’s hit show Sunday Best, and has been recognized in “Who’s Who in Black Charlotte”.

Pratt is the inaugural recipient of the “Stellar Woman of Gospel Award” for her contribution to the gospel industry, received the first “Melvin Crispell Gospel Heritage Award”, recognized as one of the ten “Most Influential Radio Personalities” by the Gospel Music Industry Round-up, and awarded “Radio Show of The Year” by the Queen City Music Awards. She serves on the Board of Directors of The Harvest Center, a transitional program for the homeless and underserved in Charlotte. Pratt is an ordained Elder in the Life Center Fellowship where she and her husband Bryan, serve as Young Adult Pastors.

Learn more about Melanie Pratt at praisecharlotte.com.

Award-winning gospel and soul musician and community leader, Dennis Reed, is the Musical Artist-in-Residence to steward music experiences during the Gantt Golden Year in 2024. Reed will curate a series of performances and events to present fresh, cultural musical experiences that illuminate the rich talents, contributions, and impact of African Americans on society.

An inspirational leader, teacher, and motivator Reed is an award-winning songwriter, recording artist, entertainer, and CEO of Inspire the Fire Inc., a nonprofit organization serving hundreds of youths in the Carolinas and surrounding region.

Reed has collaborated with internationally renowned musicians and notable figures, including legendary music director Adam Blackstone on several major projects, including an electrifying performance alongside Justin Timberlake for the inauguration of President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris. Additionally, Reed's choir, Sainted Trap Choir, achieved remarkable success as a "golden-buzzer worthy" finalist on America's Got Talent: Fantasy League, under the mentorship of Simon Cowell. Reed has performed on many other stages including Super Bowl LVIII, Dr. Maya Angelou's 85th Birthday bash with Oprah Winfrey (a tribute to Angelou's life), and the 2024 TIME 100 Gala, where he orchestrated Fantasia's unforgettable set.

Reed's musical journey is marked by numerous accolades, including winning the 9th Annual BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship while still a student at Catawba College, early in his career. His group, Dennis Reed & GAP, has a rich history of collaborations, including their work on the GRAMMY® Award-winning project, Oh Happy Day: An All-Star Musical Celebration, featuring renowned artists such as Queen Latifah, Mavis Staples, Michael McDonald, and more.

Learn more about Dennis Reed at thedennisreedjr.com.