Author: Ndidi Kwemezi

GRAMMY nominee Jekalyn Carr, the 19 year-old powerhouse considered by many to be the voice of a generation, credits her success, career and ministry accomplishments to the anointing and ordination of God as well as to the wisdom, guidance, and support of her family, and most notably, her dad. Allen Carr wears many hats when it comes to the life, career, and assignment of his daughter, Jekalyn. He serves as her father, pastor, manager, songwriter, producer, and label owner. To date, Mr. Carr has started the family-run label, Lunjeal Music Group, where all of her recordings are housed, negotiated distribution…

The nominees for the 48th NAACP Image Awards have been announced and taking a spot in the Outstanding Gospel Album (Traditional or Contemporary) category are Christian Music newcomers LIVRE’. Ajanee Hambrick, Ariel Malloy, Malik Spence, Kenneth Williams and Richard Tolbert are the five incredible voices that make up this dynamic Urban Worship Quintet from New York. LIVRE’ has captured this esteemed nomination for their debut album JERICHO: TRIBE OF JOSHUA in a category along side gospel giants Fred Hammond, Tamela Mann, Myron Butler and Donnie McClurkin. The 48th NAACP Image Awards will be televised live on TV One February 11,…

Gospel Ministrel, Adedayo Bello teams up with Prominent Gospel Act, Sammie Okposo to release a new single off his coming album. The song is titled ‘Gbemisoke’ which in English means ‘Lift Me High’. Dayo says in his own words “I am created to worship and adore Him. It is my mandate in life to spread His praise across the nations” The song is Produced by Mr Shabz for Beautiful Records Listen below;

United States based Christian/Gospel artiste Onome Ovwori ( aka Mr. O) has released his new single titled ‘FOREVER’, featuring Nathaniel Bassey, Jumbo Aniebiet, Bill Psolka and Lisa Winfrey. “In 2014, while visiting Nigeria I had a dream. I was taken up into Heaven where I saw a glorious sight of people from all works of life. Multitude than my eyes could see. It was an amazing experience, the sight was so beautiful with amazing lights and best of all it had so much peace. I heard the people all singing with one voice “Forever And ever You are God, Savior…

TY Bello releases Holy Ghost Air, a free flowing medley of sounds, chants and affirmations. This song features Nathaniel Bassey and his dexterity on the horns brings an atmosphere of sonic perfection to the composition. This is a revelatory song of worship, with intense amplitudes, which gives access to the throne of grace at first listen. P.S: Please post a headshot video of you listening to the song with headphones on Instagram to the hashtag #HOLYGHOSTAIR. We will like to document your experience and share it with the world. [ddownload id=”29791″] Credits Song written by TYBello Produced by MELA Co-Produced…

”Bayede Nkosi” are Zulu words used to praise a king. They can be used to substitute any praise word and might as well mean, your majesty, king! Isn’t that who our God is? Majesty! Awesome! Glorious! King of kings who deserves our highest praise. In his words, Oluwalonibisi Says “My heart long to sing a sincere and real song of worship to God and I was blessed to receive this song, Bayede Nkosi. As I entered into the bathroom that beautiful day the Holy Spirit helped to birth the song. It took us time to learn and record the right…

Check out this Soulful rendition of the Christmas song, ‘Do You Hear What I Hear’ by UK based Gospel Artiste MoAdiah. It is available for free download below; [ddownload id=”29780″] Watch the official lyric video;

Ejura is a very gifted songstress whose unquenchable passion for gospel music is born out of the the desire to honour and extol the almighty God. She was born in Markurdi, NIGERIA. She started singing at a tender age, however in recent times she worked as a worship leader in her local assembly. Today she’s actively promoting her own brand of spirit filled very soulful and inspiring gospel music. Ejura is an artist with a beautiful voice wonderful attitude and a unique mastery of musical artistry. Here is a beautiful new debut single from Ejura titled “Idi Nma”, available for…

Joseph Peter is the president of the Soul Renewal International, known as Kingdom Groover; a man who is passionate about popularizing the kingdom of God through music. The Ondo state base musician was inspired by the Holy Spirit to release this song titled I BELIEVE. The resurrection of Jesus Christ gives us life, direction and the opportunity to start all over again no matter what circumstance. “Believe in him and walk in love as Christ also has loved us and gave himself for us as a sacrifice”. This piece was composed by Joseph Peter and it’s nicely produced by Olajide…

Darline Rose comes out with another beautiful single titled ”WAIT”. It’s a song that talks about patience and the ability to stay calm amidst the storm. WAIT, TRUST, BELIEVE it will turn out fine. Produced by the amazing SamRich @ Studio 2206 and mixed by UltraSound. Listen, download and share. [ddownload id=”29765″] Song lyrics What if I tell you say This world no start today e don the And e no go end for where you dey So no dey fear have faith and just wait What if I tell you say Wahala no de everyday So no let am…

Multi talented Abuja based music minister Kenny Sam has released his first official collabo single release featuring Praise and Worship Legend , the Wamilele crooner, Kingsley Ike and super talented Kingjames. The song Everything describes the magnanimity of God as all providing. The duo of Kingsley Ike and Kingjames lending their voice to this song by Kenny Sam will bring you to an outflow of worship. Listen, Download and share! [ddownload id=”29759″]

Nigerian rapper Ike Godswill Chibuikem aka M.X has released a brand new single titled ”Church Wahala”, featuring Acestick. The single is his debut and it is the first single off his forthcoming mixtape titled ‘DY’, dropping before the middle of next year 2017. [ddownload id=”29755″]

Grace Bose Ogunbiyi, better known by her stage name “Abi Megaplus”, releases three (3) brand new singles for the Christmas festivities and 2017. The songs titled ‘SEMILOGO, DANZA, and ORI OLOWO’ all are groovy praise melody, and were produced by Wole Oni (WOMP). “These new songs are birth from a place of thanksgiving and appreciations. It is only a person who fully understands how good God has been in their lives that can fully understand where my lyrics come from. The praise of my Lord Jesus Christ must go on, that why these songs, ‘SEMILOGO, ORI OLOWO & DANZA’, which…

”My Year” is the debut single from Italy based gospel artiste Vethous, featuring Evangelist Grace. Produced by Godwin Idios. Check it out below; [ddownload id=”29743″]

Check out brand new music from Victor Atenaga titled ”Oh Lord My God”. The single is off his latest project ”Acoustic Worship Session”. [ddownload id=”29736″] Watch video below;

Houston based recording artist Cheryl Fortune is set to embark on her solo recording career with the release of her Lucius B. Hoskins produced debut single “Fighters” set to impact gospel radio January 2017. “With this single I created an anthem for women that would offer A sense of hope, strength and boldness, states Cheryl. Ms. Cheryl Fortune is widely known throughout the gospel music industry as a former member of GRAMMY-nominated and Stellar Award winning recording group James Fortune & FIYA. As the sound of the ensemble Cheryl lended backing vocal, co-writing and vocal production on projects such as,…

Chris Paul and Kevin Hart are bringing holiday joy to 500 children at three Target stores in Los Angeles, for Chris Paul and Kevin Hart’s 3rd Annual Holiday Takeover this Monday! Chase is proud to partner with Chris Paul (9-time NBA All-Star) and actor/comedian/writer/producer Kevin Hart and Chase bringing holiday joy to 500 children at three Target stores in Los Angeles, for Chris Paul & Kevin Hart’s 3rd Annual Holiday Takeover. The children represent numerous Los Angeles-based organizations including LA’s Best, The Brotherhood Crusade, the Watts/Willowbrook boys & Girls Club and Leaps n Boundz. Each child attending the Holiday Takeover…

As we get set to usher in the year 2017, here is something prophetic from Europe based gospel artiste Master Don titled ”Ise” which means ”Amen” in his dialect (Benin). ‘Ise’ is a song of prayer that will put everyone in high spirit for a wonderful year 2017. [ddownload id=”29722″]

Robert Glasper called on the iconic Kim Burrell to help him bring in the spirit of Christmas this month. The musician tapped Gospel music’s Kim Burrell for a rendition of the Christmas classic ‘Joy To The World’! Hit ‘play’ and tuck into the rendition below… SOURCE: TheGospelGuru

With Christmas around the corner, Christina is gifting her growing fan-base with a free new song “O Come All Ye Faithful“. Best known as one-third of the mega-talented girl group Zie’l, the Louisiana releases her cover of the holiday classic off of the heels of her solo debut project, “Just Believe.“ Listen to “O Come All Ye Faithful” below…