Multi-Grammy Award-winning My Block/Columbia recording artists Mary Mary have had an amazing whirlwind 2011 thus far: This year saw the release of their critically acclaimed sixth studio album, Something Big; they garnered both the prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award, and a top BET Award; recently nominated for double Soul Train Awards for their chart topping single “Walking,” they completed a highly successful tour with co-headliners Bebe & CeCe Winans, in addition to several high-profile national television appearances; and announced exciting new partnerships with The American Red Cross and Pillsbury.
Something Big continues to receive critical acclaim garnering 6 top Stellar Award nominations. Something Big received nods for CD of the Year, Contemporary CD of the Year; while their hit single, “Walking” was recognized in the Urban/Inspirational Single or Performance of the Year. Among the leading vote getters, the ladies were also nominated for Artist of the Year, Group/Duo of the Year and Contemporary Group/Duo of the Year.
The 27th Annual Stellar Awards, gospel music biggest night, will be held January 14, 2012 in Nashville, and is set to air in national syndication from January 21-February 26 2012 on The Gospel Music Channel and local markets around the country.
To add yet another dash of excitement to this year’s major successes, the inspirational duo has just announced their “Have a Mary Mary Christmas” Tour, kicking off December 8th in Austin, Texas. The opening act will be R&B a cappella group Committed, the second-season winner of NBC’s “The Sing-Off” reality competition.
Mary Mary released a Christmas album, A Mary Mary Christmas, back in 2006 to rave reviews. The album boasts a beautiful blend of traditional Christmas classics along with original material. Highlighting the uniqueness of Christmas on the West Coast, songs such as “California Christmas” capture the joy of the season in a cherished holiday fashion. The album quickly became a seasonal favorite, but fan appreciation will be taken to another level with the live performance element, showcasing how the siblings – Erica and Tina Campbell – celebrate the Christmas season.
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