The Anointed Pace Sisters
The Anointed Pace Sisters, commonly known simply as The Pace Sisters, is an American gospel vocal group based in Atlanta, Georgia. The group's members are Duranice Pace, Phyllis Pace, June Pace–Martin, Melonda Pace, Dejuaii Pace, Leslie Pace, Latrice Pace and Lydia Pace. Their sister, LaShun Pace has a solo career and occasionally performs with the group as a recurring member.
The Anointed Pace Sisters | |
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Background information | |
Also known as | The Pace Sisters |
Origin | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
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Years active | 1988 | –present
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Members | Duranice Pace Phyllis Pace June Pace–Martin Melonda Pace Dejuaii Pace Leslie Pace Latrice Pace Lydia Pace |
Past members | LaShun Pace (recurring member) |
The Anointed Pace Sisters released five albums with two labels during their tenure, and those were 1992's U-Know with Savoy Records, 1995's My Purpose again with Savoy, then 2003's It's Already Done by their own label Gospel Pace, 2006's Return by Tyscot Records, and 2009's Access Granted from Tyscot Records. The group's albums U-Know, My Purpose, Return, and Access Granted charted on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart.
Background and History
Born in Atlanta, Georgia to Pastor Murphy J. Pace, Sr and Mother Bettie Ann Pace, The Anointed Pace Sisters began singing together in their father's church. They began their professional singing career in 1988.[1][2][3] The group is made up of nine sisters who are: Duranice Pace (born May 13, 1958), Phyllis Yvonne Pace (born February 22, 1959), June Lorraine Pace–Martin (born February 13, 1960), LaShun Pace (born September 7, 1961), Melonda Pace (born December 10, 1963), Dejuaii Pace (born April 24, 1965), Leslie Renee Pace (born January 13, 1967), Latrice Pace (born August 28, 1972)[4] and Lydia Lakithia Pace (born April 29, 1974).[5]
The group released five albums from 1992 until 2009, with two being released by Savoy Records. In 1992 they released U-Know, and in 1995 they released My Purpose. The third self-released via Gospel Pace, It's Already Done, was released in 2003. The next two were released by Tyscot Records in 2006's Return and 2009's Access Granted. Four album from the group charted on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart. Those were U-Know at No. 2, My Purpose at No. 17, Return at No. 20, and Access Granted at No. 5.[6] The last album charted on the Independent Albums chart at No. 39.[7]
Members
- Duranice Pace (Alto/Soprano)
- Phyllis Pace (Tenor)
- June Pace–Martin (Soprano)
- LaShun Pace (Soprano)
- Melonda Pace (Soprano)
- Dejuaii Pace (Alto)
- Leslie Pace (Tenor)
- Latrice Pace (Alto)
- Lydia Pace (Soprano)
Discography
Title | Album details | Peak chart positions[6] | |
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US Indie |
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It's Morning Time |
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In The Hands Of God |
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U-Know |
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2 | – |
My Purpose |
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17 | – |
It's Already Done |
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Return |
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20 | – |
Access Granted |
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5 | 39 |
References
- Ankeny, Jason. "The Anointed Pace Sisters : Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved March 21, 2015.
- AllMusic. "The Anointed Pace Sisters : Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved March 21, 2015.
- Cross Rhythms. "Anointed Pace Sisters Artist Profile". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved March 21, 2015.
- Pace, Latrice. "I was really trying to unplug but earlier today during lunch people just started making it cashapp rain until I HAD TO log on to say THANK YOU! May the God of our fathers increase you a thousand times more, and bless you as he has promised you. To the Yolanda that sent a cashapp blessing for #MotherPace snacks, I will see to it that she gets them when I return. Thank you all for your kindness and generosity. 2 days (8/28) til my birthdae and I'm celebrating the woman I've become. She's pretty amazing...just dope 💜🌻. #ImSoLoud". Instagram.com. Retrieved 2019-08-27.
- The Pace Sisters. "The Pace Sisters - About". Facebook. Retrieved March 21, 2015.
- Billboard. "The Anointed Pace Sisters: Awards". AllMusic. Retrieved March 21, 2015.
- http://www.billboard.com/biz/search/charts?f[0]=ts_chart_artistname%3AThe%20Anointed%20Pace%20Sisters&f[1]=ss_bb_type%3Achart_item&type=2&artist=The%20Anointed%20Pace%20Sisters