This weekend I enjoyed the sounds of gospel at Six Flags' Praise In the Park and yesterday's African American Heritage Festival.

Despite the heat, thousands braved 90 degree temperatures to hear the likes of Trini-I-Tee 5:7 and John P. Kee and several local gospel groups and soloists over the weekend. I'll share the highlights of John P. Kee's performance later today. And later this week, I'll introduce you to Baltimore's own Jessica Greene and Washington's 7 Sons of Soul.

The rain couldn't dampen the spirits of those attending Praise In The Park, which for the first time took place over two days - Friday and Saturday. Showers gave way to cool temperatures and a high spirited praise and worship in a outdoor setting at Six Flags.

Sunday's worship service and gospel concert was a first for the annual African American Heritage Festival. Led by a local Church of Christ church, it included several of its members from around the nation, including a praise and worship team and gospel artists CJay, The Elements, Big City, Jeff Murrell and others who brought a soulful R&B and hip-hop sound to gospel music with a definitive message.

Visit later today to see highlights of yesterday's gospel event at Camden Yards.