EVENT ALERT: Christmas With the GRIP

The latest member of the famous Winans gospel music dynasty is making a concert stop in Shreveport.

Marvin Winans Jr. will perform live in the “Christmas With the Grip” event 7 p.m. Sunday at the Grip Church, located at 7609 Pines Road in Shreveport.

Winans will sing hits from his new pop/R&B tinged gospel CD “Image of a Man.” The CD was released by his own label company, M2 Entertainment.

Winans Jr. is the son of gospel stars Marvin Winans Sr. and Vickie Winans, who are both scheduled to attend.

Winans Jr. first got his start with group Phase 2, whose debut album “We Got Next,” debuted at number one on Billboard’s gospel charts in 1999, selling more than 300,00 units. He founded M2 Entertainment in 2000 and has produced a number of artists, including his mom.

"Christmas With The Grip" will also feature an appearance by actress Tatyana Ali, best known for her starring role as "Ashley Banks" in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” (and currently a regular on the Young & the Restless).

A meet and greet will follow the program.