Author: Ndidi Kwemezi

The new generation of Gospel Quartet groups are on the rise more than ever. Blending the traditional soulful stylings of legendary groups like The Swan Silvertones, The Fairfield Four, Slim and the Supreme Angels and The Mighty Clouds of Joy with their own contemporary and worship style, the new school quartet groups are continuing to sustain the rich legacy of quartet music while creating new fans by adding a modern-day musicality and presentation of the beloved genre. Delivering a fresh and engaging contemporary quartet (quar-temporary) sound is the group MEANT BY GOD. The Arkansas based MEANT BY GOD group consists…

Check out the enthralling new video from multiple GRAMMY®, Stellar, and Dove Award-winning Gospel superstar Donnie McClurkin, as the celebrated vocalist delivers a captivating worship experience in his live performance of “I Need You”, available on Vevo now. Performing the #1 hit single that has impacted fans across the world, McClurkin and his band create a stirring powerful celebration and night of ministry with the crowd, praising God’s love and ever-needed guidance in “I Need You”, captured in a new live recording at McClurkin’s church, Perfecting Faith Church in New York. Donnie McClurkin’s “I Need You” is the acclaimed single…

TOLA Omoniyi, popularly known as spiceonthemic is set to celebrate his 9 year old radio career with a Talkathon; a 12 hour Talk Show on May 9, from 9am-9pm. The media veteran and CEO of Praiseworld Radiotook to Instagram to share the exciting news: On May 9, I’ll be celebrating 9 years on radio with a TALKATHON Radio Show #TalkathonWithTOLA A 12-hour talk show, from 9AM – 9PM. I’ll be hosting several of my friends, past colleagues, professionals, entertainers and resource people that will make it a lively show all 12 hours long. THIS TALKATHON WILL BE AIRED ON @PRAISEWORLD_…

After the successful release of her debut single “Chosen Generation”, Music Minister Ohyeen (real name Oyinkansola Salami) comes through with her sophomore single “Ebube Dike”; one inspired by the Holy Spirit that will make you pour our your totality before Him in worship. She teams up with Ernieola and S.O.W on this piece, as they join forces in exalting the one and Only true God, using English, Ibo and Yoruba dialects. ‘There is a lot about God that we all need to know, but because He is so big and has no end, we try to express who He is…

Urban contemporary gospel group, Joshkeyz & Aucstave officially hits the music scene with their highly anticipated debut single ‘I Wish I Could’. Joshua Adebowale, best known as Joshkeyz, is a Nigerian gospel musician, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, vocal arranger/producer and music director. He is the leader of the band ‘Aucstave’ with a vision to empower other people and take over for Jesus. Song story as shared by Josh; “The song ‘I wish I could’ was born out of a season in my life when I was reminiscing about how far God had brought me (I wasn’t tush, man), what he had done…

With such irresistible vocal power Jimi Praise released her debut album titled “Never Seen Such Love” with hit track like Kabiyesi in December 2015. She is here again with another captivating song of tranquil and total reverence to the God who sits on the throne a new single titled “HOLY”. The song is produced by One House Music & Sound. [ddownload id=”33305″] Watch video below;

Emeka Egwim releases new single titled “Awesome You Are”. “Awesome You Are” is a spirit-filled song and a song of adoration that reminds us of God’s supremacy! This Song was Produced by E-great. [ddownload id=”33298″] Lyrics: Awesome you are My redeemer Awesome you’ll be My comforter. Said you reign in all the earth. As we’ve come lord. To worship you.×2 Chorus: Awesome you are Awesome you are Awesome you are Said you reign in all the earth (repeat chorus)

For some, the phrase “shut it down” means they’ve reached their personal limit and feel it’s time to bring things to a close. Meanwhile, others like Florida-based artist Eddy “Rawsrvnt” Puyol take the term to be a motivational mantra – a reminder to give their absolute best effort in any challenge and leave no doubt about who will be declared the victor. Such is the mindset put behind the new Shut It Down EP the multi-talented entertainer will release on May 19 through his Soul Deep Records label. The project features a guest artist on each of the five tracks…

20 Year-Old GRAMMY®-nominated, Billboard Music Award Nominee and Chart-Topping independent recording artist, Jekalyn Carr, has been busy in the studio recording new music for her forthcoming fourth album, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, on her Lunjeal Music Group imprint and is set to finish recording a portion of her album LIVE! on Thursday, June 22nd at Brown Baptist Church, located at 7200 Swinnea Road in Southaven, Mississippi. Admission is FREE and doors open at 5:30pm and starts at 7pm. ONE NATION UNDER GOD will be the follow-up to Jekalyn’s chart-topping third album, The Life Project (Lunjeal Music Group/eOne) that released in…

After a brief hiatus, Contemporary Quartet, Totally 4 Him, a young group of gentleman from Lumber City, Georgia that consists of lead singer Carlos Harvey (31) and Michael Harvey, Jr. aka “Turk” (24) – who are biological brothers and Dante Eady (29) and Jesse Eady (26) – who are also brothers are making their return to gospel music with the release of their refreshing new ballad and radio single “You Are Wonderful,” which is impacting Gospel and Christian AC radio now and Adult R&B on May 2nd. “You Are Wonderful” – a song of adoration and thanks is written and…

It is no doubt that Isabella is one of the finest female Gospel artistes of Nigerian descent. An ever sprouting vessel of worship, so much that she was labeled the ‘Lady of Songs’ and ‘Isabella Melodie’ – all tags pointing to the ceaseless fountain of in-depth adulation from which she draws her inspiration. The quintessence of Gospel music diva, Isabella is a shining example who balances the spiritual essence of the music ministry with aesthetics and professionalism flawlessly. Her many awards, books and other milestone achievements are testimonials of the premise. Isabella, released the critically acclaimed single ‘Hallel’ few days…

The highly anticipated songs are finally here. Nigerian international multiple award winning gospel music icon; Sammie Okposo has released the three hit songs he promised earlier in the year. Oghene Doh featuring Jonathan Nelson, Ome Mma, featuring Ntokozo Mbambo and Oluwa E’tobi featuring Kike Mudiaga are now available on the Minstrel app. Go get yours now. Each song download cost NGN100 (Naira) or $1. The app is available globally on Google Play store and Apple app store and it’s free to download. Get the mobile apps from the links below; Android   https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.etranzact.minstrels iOS   https://itunes.apple.com/ng/app/the-minstrels/id1204751728?mt=8

Honesty Music Entertainment releases “Where You Are” by Wole Emmanuel, off the forthcoming “Very Big God” album. “Where You Are” captures the burning desire of a true worshipper to experience more of God’s manifest presence. It aligns with the spirit of God that constantly yearns to bring us to the presence of the father, where He is – where there are pleasures, glory and treasures forever more, the very centre of his will in our daily lives. He features multiple award winning Gospel artist Eben in this heavenly song. Wole Emmanuel is a sensational gospel music artist and worship leader.…

Africa’s most consistent Christian rock band Footprint5 is a group of music ministers who love God with a very common goal of creating awareness of God’s kingdom through rock music. Here is a new twist of the popular “How Great Thou Art” Hymnal from their debut album ‘Searching for Dimming Light’. ‘How Great Thou Art’ simply expresses God’s awesome power and mighty arts. With the new twist, it will sure leave you with the joy of God’s presence. Footprint5 members are Philip Sylvester (keyboards), George Igado (Lead vocals and acoustic guitars), Excellent Mokobia (Bass guitar) Clement Ehizokhale (Drums) and Kenneth Igado…

Onome Akeni is a versatile gospel singer with a sultry voice that has blessed thousands of lives across Nigeria. The ‘Ololufe’ crooner has performed alongside Tim Godfrey, Timi Dakolo, Freke Umoh, Najite, Beekay and other notable gospel singers in music stages across Nigeria. Her new song, LESE featuring Najite is about God doing exactly what he says he will do. A melodious tune set against a mellow guitar riff and gentle beat, this heartfelt worship song will stir you. Download the song below and be blessed. [ddownload id=”33256″]

Tehila Records first lady, Nkiruka Ogboruche popularly known as Enkay and South Africa’s soulful crooner Mabongi, are taking gospel ministration to all of Africa with their collaboration in Merciful God. ‘Merciful God’ is a mid-tempo African praise song done in English, Nigerian (Igbo) and South African (Tonga) dialects, is subtitled for a global audience. Produced by Mayo, it is been released at the same time with its video shot in South Africa. With the new single, Enkay consolidates on the success of The Kingdom Anthem, her well accepted debut album, entrenching her niche for ministering through songs that are rich…

Indigenous Nigerian Rapper OluwaTomi releases new single ‘E.O.D’ (End of Discussion). Bad is the new good Lies, the new truth People are celebrated for immorality and degradation of values. Anyone who dares to be different is considered weird, it’s almost like our values are gradually fading by the day and all we can do is blame it on the SYSTEM. This system is not a Robot, this system comprises of humans, You and I. As you listen, please reflect on these things. END OF DISCUSSION. [ddownload id=”33247″]

For the first time in the history of Gospel Music in Nigeria, Music ministers, irrespective of age, class and status, came together from the East, West, North and South of Nigeria and Canada on the 27th of February, 2017 in Lagos, Nigeria to speak peace and healing through one song to the challenges of our country. Fellowship of Gospel Music Ministers of Nigeria (FOGMMON) an umbrella body for Gospel artistes in Nigeria with branches all over the nation and abroad has brought together all Gospel Music Artistes across the different tribes, ages, geopolitical regions and musical experience to sing a…

Gospel artist, songwriter and creative, Arese Daniels has announced her return with stunning new promotional photos as she prepares to take the music industry on a journey with her new single titled “Eyin Nikan Soso“ and also the release of the official visuals for her 2014 hit ‘’LET IT RAIN’’ and for soon to be released single ‘’Eyin Nikan Soso’’. The singer who took time off  to work on her album ‘’Let it Rain’’, assures fans to expect the very best from her. She is also getting set to launch her official website, www.aresedaniels.com as well as her new image for the…

Rising Gospel music artiste Anthony Odion has released a brand new single titled ”It’s Grace”. ”This song was inspired in my heart during my personal worship session. The song is my testimony and also the testimony of every believer of Jesus Christ. It is the testimony of Jesus taking our place and granting to us what we do not deserve, which is ‘GRACE’. So the song is just basically meant to remind us of what was done for us and what was granted to us. Because i believe we should always be in remembrance of the grace of God and…