Gospel vs. CCM: How Musicians Really Feel About The Debate w/ Levell Hawkins, Musician & Minister

Gospel vs. CCM...who's right? Who's wrong? And does it matter?   Today we're tackling this seemingly endless debate on whether CCM (aka Contemporary Christian Music) or Gospel (classic African-American church music styles) should be favored by musicians, and how creatives of all kinds should deal with arguments over "which style is better." Joining us to bring a real musician's opinion to this debate is Levell Hawkins,  a producer, songwriter, arranger, singer, director and session musician working in the southeastern Texas region.  He serves as Minister of Music at the Greater True Vine Church in Port Arthur, TX and has been an instrumental part of many  worship and recording projects. Stay Connected with Levell https://linktr.ee/levellhawkinsLinks Mentioned in this Podcast Episode:Our interview with Greg Johnson - Why Spiritual Growth Matters to Church Musicians - EP 117 Join our membership for highly motivated creatives who want to gain complete confidence as artists and entrepreneurs - God and Gigs 360! Join for 30 days FREE by going to godandgigs.com/freetrialGodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives Godandgigs.com/grow - FREE trainings where you’ll learn how to build your online audience and connect deeply with those you are called to reach with your creative workLearn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and EntertainmentJoin our God and Gigs Facebook Group so you can watch more of our Facebook Live chats!GET PAID FOR GIVING GREAT ADVICETired of people ‘picking your brain’ for free? Get paid for your expertise by joining Owwll. You can seek out 1-to-1 advice with experts via audio calls, or become an Owwll yourself and earn money for giving advice! Apple users, download Owwll HERE Android users, Tap HERE to Download OwwllPlease enter referral code "AP453762" during sign-up to get us both a $10 referral bonus.Send us a message!Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!GodandGigs.com/membershipSupport the showDownload our FREE 7 Day Prayer Devotional for Creatorshttps://godandgigs.com/prayerFOLLOW US!  InstagramFacebook YouTubeWant to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on PodMatch! © 2026 Paul Creative Solutions