GRAMMY Nod for Israel & New Breed

More individual GRAMMY news comes rolling in, this time of a Suite favorite, the wonderful Israel & New Breed.

Integrity Gospel recording artist Israel & New Breed received four nominations during The Recording Academy’s announcement of nominees for the 49th Annual GRAMMY® Awards. This Dove and Stellar Award-winning group took home the most GRAMMY Award nominations from among the Gospel/Christian artists recognized today, joining artists like Beyoncé, Gnarls Barkley, rapper T.I. and Justin Timberlake who also were among the top nominees with four each.

In addition to being nominated for multiple albums, lead vocalist Israel Houghton was also recognized for his writing on Best Gospel Song. Their nominations are: "Best Gospel Performance" for “Not Forgotten” from their album "Alive in South Africa," "Best Traditional Gospel Album" for "Alive in South Africa," and "Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album" for "A Timeless Christmas."

“We are humbled, honored and appreciative of these highly esteemed nominations,” said Israel Houghton. "The Alive in South Africa project was an unbelievable experience for us. I must say being multi-nominated is a dream come true for me, New Breed and so many people who have labored to make this project a success.” The nominations make a total of six GRAMMY® Award nominations received thus far by this ground-breaking group which defies categorization, winning over fans and critics of Gospel, Praise and Worship and Contemporary Christian music.

In addition to their GRAMMY® nominations, Israel & New Breed are also winners of three Dove Awards, two Stellar Awards, a Soul Train Award and a NARM Award. Most recently, the group took home five nominations for the 22nd Annual Stellar Awards (to be held January 13 at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn.)