In 1954 he became a preacher but continued performing full-time until 1960.
Musical career
Cheeks began singing in the second grade, quitting school to pick cotton and work service stations. He joined a local gospel group dubbed the Baronets and in 1946 he was spotted by the Rev. B.L. Parks, a former Dixie Hummingbird and tapped to join a group called the Nightingales. At the height of their popularity they cut several sides for Decca Records.
To make ends meet Cheeks briefly joined the Soul Stirrers, rejoining the Nightingales during the early 1950s. During the 1950s, the Nightingales had a number of hits including "Somewhere to Lay My Head" and "The Last Mile of the Way". Due to popularity, they rechristened themselves the Sensational Nightingales.
During this time Cheeks also toured and recorded with the Mighty Clouds of Joy. After going into semi-retirement in 1960, Cheeks returned to action with a new group, the Sensational Nightingales.
Rev. Julius Cheeks & The Knights “Great Change” LIVE 1964
The Legendary Rev. Julius Cheeks along with The Knights & the Salem Baptist Church Choir of Baltimore, MD sing "Great Change" from 1964.
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published: 07 Dec 2020
"Just Crying (in the Chapel)" (Original)(1969) Rev. Julius Cheeks
This is side A of the 1969 45 that featured "Same Train" on B side.
Written by Artie Glenn
published: 03 Sep 2016
"Right Will Win In The End" (1975) Rev. Julius Cheeks
This is track 8 from the 1975 album "One Of These Days We'll All Be Home".
Written by Rev. Julius Cheeks
published: 16 Aug 2014
We'll Lay Down Our Lives (For The Lord)
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We'll Lay Down Our Lives (For The Lord) · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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published: 18 Nov 2017
See What The End's Gonna Be
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See What The End's Gonna Be · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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published: 18 Nov 2017
"Meditation Of My Heart" (1973) Rev. Julius Cheeks
This is track 7 from the 1973 album "Where Do I Go From Here".
Written by Julius Cheeks
published: 16 Aug 2013
I Want To Go Where Jesus Is
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I Want To Go Where Jesus Is · Rev. Julius Cheeks
At The Gate I Know
℗ 1981 Savoy Records1981 Savoy Records
Released on: 1981-06-17
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Composer: Milton Biggham
Music Publisher: Peertunes LTD|Arisav Music
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published: 03 Jun 2019
"Same Train" (1973) Rev. Julius Cheeks
This is track 8 from the 1973 album "Where Do I Go From Here".
Written by O'Neal Twins
published: 16 Aug 2013
"Where Do I Go From Here" (1973) Rev. Julius Cheeks
This is track 6 from the 1973 album "Where Do I Go From Here".
Written by M. Jeter and Julius Cheeks
published: 16 Aug 2013
"See How They Done My Lord" (1956) Julius Cheeks & Sensational Nightingales
Recorded in March of 1956 this is the A side of a 45 with "Lord Have Mercy" on the B side.
Written by Julius "June" Cheeks
The Legendary Rev. Julius Cheeks along with The Knights & the Salem Baptist Church Choir of Baltimore, MD sing "Great Change" from 1964.
DISCLAIMER: NO COPYR...
The Legendary Rev. Julius Cheeks along with The Knights & the Salem Baptist Church Choir of Baltimore, MD sing "Great Change" from 1964.
DISCLAIMER: NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED. COPYRIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR ORIGINAL OWNERS. MUSICAL VIDEOS POSTED ON THIS CHANNEL ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL & ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY.
The Legendary Rev. Julius Cheeks along with The Knights & the Salem Baptist Church Choir of Baltimore, MD sing "Great Change" from 1964.
DISCLAIMER: NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED. COPYRIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR ORIGINAL OWNERS. MUSICAL VIDEOS POSTED ON THIS CHANNEL ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL & ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY.
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We'll Lay Down Our Lives (For The Lord) · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records...
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We'll Lay Down Our Lives (For The Lord) · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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We'll Lay Down Our Lives (For The Lord) · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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See What The End's Gonna Be · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Rele...
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See What The End's Gonna Be · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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See What The End's Gonna Be · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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I Want To Go Where Jesus Is · Rev. Julius Cheeks
At The Gate I Know
℗ 1981 Savoy Records1981 Savoy Records
Release...
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I Want To Go Where Jesus Is · Rev. Julius Cheeks
At The Gate I Know
℗ 1981 Savoy Records1981 Savoy Records
Released on: 1981-06-17
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Composer: Milton Biggham
Music Publisher: Peertunes LTD|Arisav Music
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I Want To Go Where Jesus Is · Rev. Julius Cheeks
At The Gate I Know
℗ 1981 Savoy Records1981 Savoy Records
Released on: 1981-06-17
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Composer: Milton Biggham
Music Publisher: Peertunes LTD|Arisav Music
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The Legendary Rev. Julius Cheeks along with The Knights & the Salem Baptist Church Choir of Baltimore, MD sing "Great Change" from 1964.
DISCLAIMER: NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED. COPYRIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR ORIGINAL OWNERS. MUSICAL VIDEOS POSTED ON THIS CHANNEL ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL & ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY.
Provided to YouTube by Malaco Records
We'll Lay Down Our Lives (For The Lord) · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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Provided to YouTube by Malaco Records
See What The End's Gonna Be · Rev. Julius Cheeks
We'll Lay Down Our Lives for the Lord
℗ 1979 Savoy Records, Inc.
Released on: 1979-08-21
Contributor: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
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Provided to YouTube by Malaco Music Group
I Want To Go Where Jesus Is · Rev. Julius Cheeks
At The Gate I Know
℗ 1981 Savoy Records1981 Savoy Records
Released on: 1981-06-17
Main Artist: Rev. Julius Cheeks
Composer: Milton Biggham
Music Publisher: Peertunes LTD|Arisav Music
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In 1954 he became a preacher but continued performing full-time until 1960.
Musical career
Cheeks began singing in the second grade, quitting school to pick cotton and work service stations. He joined a local gospel group dubbed the Baronets and in 1946 he was spotted by the Rev. B.L. Parks, a former Dixie Hummingbird and tapped to join a group called the Nightingales. At the height of their popularity they cut several sides for Decca Records.
To make ends meet Cheeks briefly joined the Soul Stirrers, rejoining the Nightingales during the early 1950s. During the 1950s, the Nightingales had a number of hits including "Somewhere to Lay My Head" and "The Last Mile of the Way". Due to popularity, they rechristened themselves the Sensational Nightingales.
During this time Cheeks also toured and recorded with the Mighty Clouds of Joy. After going into semi-retirement in 1960, Cheeks returned to action with a new group, the Sensational Nightingales.
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