[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 184 (Tuesday, November 7, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1067-E1068]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE EXTRAORDINARY ISRAEL HOUGHTON AHEAD OF HIS LOS ANGELES 
                      ``REUNION TOUR'' PERFORMANCE

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                       HON. SYDNEY KAMLAGER-DOVE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 7, 2023

  Ms. KAMLAGER-DOVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
extraordinary Israel Houghton, a man who has devoted his career to 
creating music to inspire people and transform their lives. Israel 
Houghton, credited as Israel & New Breed, is a faith-based singer, 
songwriter, producer, and worship leader. The city of Los Angeles is 
fortunate to welcome Israel & New Breed to perform at the Crypto.com 
Arena tonight alongside his fellow distinguished gospel artists Kirk 
Franklin, Tamela and David Mann, the Clark Sisters, and Tye Tribbett.
  Israel has been actively pursuing a music career since 1997. His 
immense contributions and dedication to Israel & New Breed have not 
gone unnoticed, having received six prestigious Grammy Awards. He has 
also received several other awards and nominations, such as 
recognitions from the Gospel Music,Association (GMA) Dove Awards and 
the Stellar Awards.
  Israel has embraced writing songs from the heart. In his music, he 
discusses the value of focusing not only on ourselves but on a higher 
purpose, which stems from his belief in how we should worship. That 
perspective continues to be a motif woven through his songs and has 
recently been captured in his song ``Blessing and Honor,'' featuring 
fellow artist Anna Sailors.
  Israel remains focused on igniting the soul through song and 
prioritizes this grounding philosophy over superficial successes.
  In addition to building his legacy through his music, Israel has also 
launched ``Faith and Familia,'' a video series with his wife, Adrienne 
Eliza Bailon-Houghton, discussing their journey to start their family 
and the role of faith during challenging times.
  Israel has opened up about his faith and how it helped him through 
difficulties in his childhood and ministry as a worship leader. As a 
music enthusiast grounded in my own faith. I understand the healing 
power of music and applaud Israel for the lives he has touched through 
his work.
  Israel continues to be a champion in music ministry and will soon be 
embarking on his upcoming 2024 ``Decades'' tour.
  I am honored to commemorate the work of Israel Houghton, a fellow 
Angeleno, and am excited to continue seeing the profound impact music 
can have on people's lives.

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