A superior vocalist and song stylist extraordinaire, Earnest Pugh has been included in a category with gospel singers such as Byron Cage, Smokie Norful and Marvin Sapp. At the same time, he’s forging his own path with an anointing and style all his own.

As the 2006 En Sound Male Vocalist of the Year and 2006 Independent Music Award Winner for Gospel Album of the Year, he followed the success of A Worshipper’s Perspective with Earnest Pugh Live: Rain On Us, which debuted #2 on Billboard Gospel Charts and escalated to #1 on Billboard Radio Charts. This chart topping CD, recorded live at Washington, D.C.’s Temple of Praise, solidified Earnest’s place as one of gospel music’s premiere worshipers.

Known for his riveting five-octave range and his unmatched ability in weaving his crystal clear vocals around gospel music power ballads, Earnest Pugh has made his mark in the gospel music world as a psalmist, conference worship leader, and songwriter.

Music has always been a part of this Memphis native’s life. By his teens, he was in great demand and sought after by the groundbreaking gospel pioneer, O’landa Draper. At Draper’s request, Pugh joined O’landa Draper and Associates. His tenure with the group was short-lived, instead deciding to join the United States Army where he continued to use his musical gifts to edify the body, soul and spirit.

Following his departure from military service, Pugh continued to pursue his love for music. His pursuit opened doors for major appearances on networks such as the Word Network, Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) and Black Entertainment Television (BET), including one of BET’s top-rated shows, Bobby Jones Gospel.

His career has not been limited to singing. Pugh has also found a talent for acting. Major stage plays in which he has appeared include “Love the One You’re With,” “Secret Lover,” “Crazy Love,” and “Real Men Pray,” with Angela Barrow and Lizzie Berry.