Dana Sorey's 50th Birthday Concert Was a Spectacular Praise Party

Is it even legal to have THIS much talent and anointing in the same room? On Friday, May 2, some of the biggest names in gospel music joined Grammy-nominated, award-winning producer Dana Sorey for this 50th birthday celebration. It was a 'Night of Legends', hosted by singer and comedian Lexi Allen at The Queen in Wilmington, DE.

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The heartfelt messages and impeccable performances shared throughout the night were enough to make you shout--and the audience came ready to praise with their fans on deck.

Renowned musician Dana Sorey has worked with widely celebrated artists like Boys II Men, Maranda Curtis, and Anthony Brown. He contributed as a keyboardist on the 2000 release 'Concepts & Ideas' by Tye Tribbett and Greater Anointing (GA), and is one of the most impactful songwriters and producers in the music industry.

During the celebration, pastor and gospel artist Jason Nelson shared that he believes Dana's superpower is his love for people. "I'm better because I know I have you in my corner. I know you're praying. I know you're reading the word. I know you're being serious about God—for me."

He tried to turn over the mic without singing, but Lexi wasn't having that! She called him back up, and the audience gave song requests. He sang a beautiful rendition of "In The Room" and humbly took his seat.

The event featured performances by Jord'Dan Armstrong, Melvin Crispell III, and HLE and speeches from Adam Blackstone, Morgan Turner, and Tye Tribbett, who sent a virtual greeting.

During the concert, Dana Sorey and his wife, Tiffany, shared the launch of the nonprofit organization. ' It's Better to Know' is a musician's health initiative catalyzed by the death of beloved keyboardist Paris Bowens.

Tiffany Sorey stressed the need for gospel artists and musicians to visit the doctors regularly and live a healthy lifestyle. "The music can't continue if you're laid up in a hospital bed." Your health is just as important as the music.

Dana Sorey is an incredibly accomplished musician, but his love for God and his family is even bigger than his talent.

At the end of the concert, he shared words of wisdom. He attributed his success to specific lessons he's learned from experiences throughout the years-- the main one being an attempt at a seven-day fast that resulted in him audibly hearing the voice of God.

He began the fast with several friends, who had all dropped out by the third day. But Dana was committed to finishing the fast. On the fifth day, however, he shares that he heard the voice of God say, "Eat, my son." Since that fast, he's spent much time in God's presence, and in turn, God has given him songs, strategy, and success.

Dana said that he wouldn't be a producer without Pastor Steve Hare, the founder of Reach Gospel Radio Network. Years ago, Pastor Hare asked Dana what he needed to make the music great. Dana gave him a list, and Pastor Hare purchased everything he needed to operate in excellence.

Dana took what he learned from that encounter and applied it to kingdom success. He's purchased audio interfaces and invested in other musicians' careers because of the way Pastor Hare supported him.

While thanking his wife, who coordinated the celebration and everyone who participated, Dana gave final words of exhortation:

" I don't think--I know that whatever I'm supposed to do, God told me to do it. It's very simple. I am only here because of God's goodness...You know why we're celebrating me today? Cuz I actually believe in the Bible. I actually believe in God. I actually believe that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me... I'm tremendously blessed. You, too, can be blessed. It's not hard. The only sacrifice is to ask God to do it through you, and you have to empty yourself so he can work through you."

Watch a performance from 'A Night of Legends' by Melvin Crispell III below: