Rev James Moore Dies

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Tuesday 1st August 2000

Memphi Tennessee has seen the death of singer Rev James Moore

GRAMMY NOMINATED gospel singer the Rev James Moore died in Memphis, Tennessee on June 7th. The 44 year old, Detroit-born singer passed away at the Methodist Central Hospital. The singer rose to prominence in 1974 at the James Cleveland Gospel Music Workshop Of America where he received the Thurston Frazier Scholarship Award. The same year he recorded his first album, 'I Thank You Master', for Savoy. After three albums on Luminar/Light and recordings for Secret and Gospel he returned to Malaco/Savoy where his debut album for Malaco 'Rev James Moore Live' climbed to the top of I Billboard's Gospel Music Chart. That was followed by a guest appearance on the Mississippi Mass Choir album live In Jackson Mississippi', one of the biggest I selling gospel albums of the era staying a record 48 weeks at number one on I Billboard's Gospel Album Chart. In turn, the Mississippi Mass Choir reciprocated to perform on Rev James Moore's album live With The Mississippi Mass Choir", another number one hit. Other successful albums followed with live In Detroit' and "I Will Trust In The Lord'. The latter and 'Live At Jackson State University' were both nominated for Grammy awards.

For years dogged with ill health, the gospel veteran's kidneys stopped functioning in 1994 leaving toxins in his bloodstream that took his eyesight and forced him into dialysis three times a week. James' last recording, 'Family And Friends', took place in February 1999 at his Detroit hometown. A memorial service for the gospel giant took place in Detroit at Bailey Cathedral C.O.G.I.C. on June 13th.
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Posted by Timothy Mercer in Maryland @ 09:25 on Dec 29 2019

Truly a gift from God. His voice was nothing short of amazing and the anointing truly made the difference in all he did. His music will live forever, and for this I am grateful!



Posted by Darrick Person in Chicago and Milwaukee area @ 19:28 on Dec 10 2019

Thank God in the name of Jesus for blessing me to have Rev James Moore to give me faith to know God is real. Amen



Posted by Kiana Scott in Louisiana @ 04:17 on Oct 22 2019

I was getting my hair cut last week and they were playing his videos. I could not stop hearing "Jesus Paid It All" in my spirit! I remember hearing him when I was growing up and I'm so glad I was in the barbershop tht day! His voice was effortless and anointed! This man touched my heart even in death! Lord I thank you for his voice and even when he was sick, he never stopped singing for you! What an awesome act of faith!



Posted by Grace Ogedegbe in US @ 17:44 on Oct 2 2019

I came across Rev James Moore’s gospel songs today on Youtube, I never heard of him before , I was amazed at his gift, for the past three hours I have been searching for and listening to his music which brought comfort, encouragement and upliftment to me, what a great gospel singer and servant of God, I wish he was still alive to bring comfort and encouragement to my generation, though I just got to know him I miss him dearly, my prayers are with the family he left behind and to Rev James Moore in heaven thank you for yielding to be so greatly used by God to bless His children 🙏🏾


Reply by Nece in New York @ 02:27 on Nov 25 2019

I also stumbled across Rev Moore this evening on You tube never heard him before....
I just got married and we have many troubles already. I was feeling so low knowing I made a HUGE mistake marring this man. I thought let me listen to some gospel I have been fighting so much just to have a little peace in the household. Listening to Rev Moore voice gave me hope and eased my pain. I know God will take care of me. Thank u Jesus for leaving your foot print with Rev Moore's recordings. I will buy all of them. prayers to his family for their HUGE loss what a true gift from God I am grateful !

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Posted by Ruby Bridges in High point NC @ 02:09 on Sep 8 2019

Listening to his music right now, anointed yes he was seems as though he's here with us now. Hallelujah! God rest his soul.



Posted by Shannon in Detroit, MI @ 14:34 on Mar 11 2019

I love listening to the Rev. James Moore. His voice was very anointed. His mother Shirley, and sisters all have beautiful voices.



Posted by Wanda montgomery in Miami fla @ 16:14 on Sep 7 2018

My god not only could you hear the God in his songs you could see it in his eyes


Reply by Val in NC @ 00:52 on Feb 6 2019

Truth You Tell..... May He Rest In Heaven!!!!!

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Posted by Evangalst Sandra Slo in Charlotte.NC @ 19:21 on Mar 6 2018

I listen to Rev James Moore almost everyday. I feel sad knowing he left us so early in his life. His songs are an inspiration to my very soul. I miss him very much. I had the pleasure of meeting him in Seaside CA..at a COGIC church..May God continue to bless his young son who is gifted and his family.



Posted by Sister Darlene in Pompano Beach Florida @ 23:51 on Jan 1 2018

Words can not express what my Brother did for me when he introduced me to my Dear Beloved Brother James Moore! Bread of Heaven has been on repeat ever since...And I am listening and being ministered to by his anointed words of encouraging, his life changing voice & his tenacity to serve GOD anyhow! I feel that I have become a better Christian, Brother Moore pushes me to go harder in my walk, its been less than a week since I learned of him, but it has already made such a positive impact on my life! Glory to GOD!!! His Mother was so blessed to have carried such power! He is truly sent from heaven! All His Music Teachings and Word of Life are Good & Beneficial! So Rare! THANKYOU JESUS!!!!



Posted by Veronica hall in Philadelphia @ 02:50 on Nov 11 2017

Rev. James Moore may not be here physically omg spiritually his anointed voice shall touch any one who listens to his music powerful indeed I thank Jesus for using him in such a marvelous way from the inside out rip I ask the Lord right now to touch everyone in Albert Einstein thank you Lord I love thee forever.



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