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January 10, 2015 · Trending News

Andre Crouch Dies At 72, Father Of Modern Gospel Suffered Heart Attack [VIDEO + REPORT]

Andre Crouch dies at age 72, leaving the world missing a celebrated gospel musician, singer, songwriter and choir director who bridged the worlds of church and mainstream music for more than 50 years. Also known as the Father of Modern Gospel, Andre Crouch dies Thursday afternoon after being hospitalized since Saturday at Northridge Hospital Medical Center in the Los Angeles area.

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