The Jackson Southernaires is an American traditional black gospel music group from Jackson , Mississippi , producer Frank Crisler formed the group in 1940 , yet they did not become active until 1969 , with the release of '' Too Late '' by Song Bird Records . At its inception , The group consisted of five members ; Huey Williams , Roger Bryant Jr. , Maurice Surrell , James Burks , and Luther Jennings . The group received a nomination for a Grammy Award in the Best Traditional Gospel Album category at the 34th Annual Grammy Awards . The group has released 28 albums , including their 2010 release , '' Back Again '' , with Blackberry Records . Eleven albums have charted on the '' Billboard '' magazine charts , only on the Gospel Albums chart
34th Annual Grammy Awards
34th Annual Grammy Awards
Jackson Southernaires