Eric Campbell (from Mary Mary) Talks Sunday Best

Erica Campbell spoke with The Associated Press to explain what “the anointing” is, what it means to be “Sunday Best,” and what it takes for singers to have enough musical charms to save a soul.

AP: It looks like BET’s invested a lot in the production of this show. What do you think that says?

Campbell: … That there’s talent in the gospel community that the world wants to see. It’s interesting, it’s entertaining — it’s also motivating and uplifting. I think when you compile that with a great production you have the possibility of a really, really great show. And I think we’ve got a great show.

AP: What makes a good gospel singer?

Campbell: It all starts with you being able to feel the power of God when they sing, which is what most Christians call “the anointing.” It’s not necessarily the best riff, the best show. It’s about somebody feeling the power of God — the life-changing power of God, when they open their mouth to sing.

AP: How do you critique someone without breaking somebody’s spirit?

Campbell: That’s hard, that’s really, really hard. Because some people are really sincere but, they’re not always good, you know? I just have to be honest. I have to give my opinions … as humbly as I can. Average and regular is not going to get it. We’re trying to reach the masses.

Read the entire article at:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_en_mu/music_q_a_erica_campbell