LOS ANGELES (January 12, 2012) – Maranatha! Music announces the upcoming release of Top 25 Gospel Songs 2012, which is available for sale online at www.maranathamusic.com and everywhere January 24, 2012 distributed by EMI-CMG Distribution. Legendary artists, chart-topping talents, and new hit-makers contribute to the CD set, which features Gospel songs never heard before in one compilation.

“The Top 25 brand is synonymous for bringing the best of the best together in one CD collection,” said Randy Alward, president and CEO of Maranatha! Music. “Top 25 Gospel Songs 2012 captures the vibrancy and spirit of Gospel music today, and we are honored to partner with many talented labels and artists on this project.”

Top 25 Gospel Songs 2012 is a must-have double-disc collection packed with the year's top Gospel songs from many of the biggest names and voices in Gospel music. Andrae’ Crouch, Canton Jones, Donald Lawrence, Lecrae, Mary Mary, Tamela Mann, Brian Courtney Wilson, Trin-i-tee 5:7, Micah Stampley, Nicole C. Mullen, Jonathan Butler, and record-breaking new artists Le’Andria Johnson, Isaac Carree’ and Committed are among the stellar assembly of artists.

“Top 25 Gospel Songs 2012 delivers a unique blend that Gospel lovers will continue to enjoy,” said Roland Hairston, publisher of Gospel Today, who joined Maranatha! Music in a cross-promotional partnership on the project. “You'll discover new favorites and hear great material from artists you know and love, and Gospel Today is pleased to partner with Maranatha! Music to share this diverse and unique collection of songs.”