Author: Ndidi Kwemezi

Riverside Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) church proves to be a true model of music ministry at its finest. Blessed with some of the most preeminent and award winning musicians and vocalists in the city, Riverside has earned a reputation for excellence and musical proficiency in various faith-based music styles which include traditional, contemporary, praise & worship, classical, spirituals and anthems. Congregants often leave captivated, invigorated, revived, and empowered as a result of the worship arts ministry of Riverside SDA. “Declare Your Name” is the first single from Riverside SDA’s forthcoming debut project and represents the fulfillment of a vision to extend…

Each time she makes a stop she jolts the scene with her unique voice and suddenly drops out of sight in pursuit of other endeavours that badly needs her expertise. This is the story of Carol Cee, one of Nigeria’s finest female vocalists. Time and again, Carol teases us with her compelling voice and suddenly goes off to honour her tight Nollywood schedule. But now the songstress is back to take her place. To kick start her onslaught, she just released her first single ‘’Awesome’’, a reggae worship song, Arranged by the conscious one Righteousman, produced by Songs p and…

After a triumphant win of season two of the hit NBC’s a-capella competition series ‘The Sing-Off,’ a release of their self-titled debut album Committed on Epic Records, Committed has a new label home and getting ready to release their first ever Holiday Album. The quintet’s Holiday album features both traditional and contemporary songs for the holiday season. Formed in 2003, the group was originally a sextet. It is now comprised of Dennis “DJ” Baptiste, Geston Pierre, Robert “Robbie” Pressley, Maurice Staple, and Theron “Therry” Thomas. They arrange their own music using only their vocals as instruments to emulate a full…

Radikal Hughes’ “Alone Tonight” is a deep introspective heart felt hip-hop track featuring Sevin and Bizzle. Beat production by Kajmir Royale. “Alone Tonight” describes how each artist has personally felt the pain of abandonment and isolation in their life, and will make you reflect on the times where you have personally felt the pain of those feelings as well. “Alone Tonight” also depicts that with a relationship with Christ and a healthy relationship with the body of Christ that you don’t have to be alone!

MENTAL, the latest release by six-time Dove Award Winning Christian rap/hip-hop artist KJ-52, has taken off, reaching the number 1 spot on its October 21 release date on the iTunes Christian chart. Perhaps more notably, the album achieved the #23 spot on the overall iTunes Top 100, and is holding steady in the top 10 on the Christian chart throughout this release week. Despite being released as KJ’s first project as an independent artist, MENTAL debuts as the fastest selling album in his fourteen-year career. The excitement behind the album was given extra fuel with the announcement of the single…

Urban inspirational family group The Showers are wasting no time with the rising buzz of their current radio single “Better”. The Showers shot the music video to their current single this past weekend in their hometown of Hammond, LA over the course of 2 days. Directed by Joe Mexican the concept video will feature appearances from entrepreneur, actress and model Kash Howard (Grey’s Anatomy, The Game), actor Amer Baraka (HBO’s ‘Treme’), Orlando Eric Street (‘The Final Destination’, ‘On Angel’s Wings’) and rising young actors Amir Chaney and Titus Showers, Jr. The Showers jumped onto the national scene in 2013 with…

Gospel singer Kadesh (Desiree Coleman Jackson) releases the video for her latest single, “Strip”. The single is taken from her upcoming album, Love which hits stores January 2015. “Strip” was produced by Rodney Jones Jr. (Fred Hammond, Mary Mary, Smokie Norful). Watch video below…

”Bigger Than” is the first single from C.R.E.A.M from the stable of his new record label Platinum Associates which is demonstrating the greatness of God that as Christians, we have the privilege of serving a God who is immeasurably great and His power toward us who believe according to the working of His Great might that he worked in His son of Christ when he raised Him from the dead giving Him authority over everything in the world… Therefore God is BIGGER THAN everything. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Bigger-Than.mp3 DOWNLOAD

From the stables of Spring Media Entertainment comes another amazing piece titled ‘Oga Patapata’ by dynamic gospel diva, LIZA C. Produced by multi-talented Phat-E. Bet you’ll love this song! It’s fresh, different, highly inspirational and powerfully delivered by Liza C. Anywhere and anytime this song is a tool to hail the Power of JESUS name for all to see, know and understand Who He is and All He means to us. He is ADONAI – The Overall Boss ‘Oga Patapata’! “When I think about all he’s done for me sometimes all I want to do is Shout! Praise! Chant! Raise…

The year of faith-based films continues with the upcoming release of “Wayward: The Prodigal Son” – based on the popular biblical parable of a lost child returning home. The film will arrive in U.S movie theaters on November 7th. The film tells the story of Tyler McMillan, a pampered rich kid who gets it all and almost loses everything, including his own life. Tyler’s father’s last wish is for his rebellious son to return to him once again. Rob Diamond – who wrote, directed, and produced the inspirational film – discussed why the “Prodigal Son” parable resonated with him. “I…

The wait is over, Gospel Music minister Lawrence and DeCovenant recently released their sophomore album titled “Grace”. The album which is a 14 tracks work is now available for free download on m.Iroking.com. You can also get the song on iTunes, Amazon music, Spinlet and other song selling sites. Iroking: http://bit.ly/1rnT3Yh [Free Download] ITunes : http://itunes.apple.com/album/id927068063 Amazon: http://amzn.to/1yaAFTO Artist Profile: Decovenant is a gospel music group led by Lawrence Enweriku. Decovenant has performed in many platforms including the prestigious Word of Life Church Headquarters in Warri, Delta state. To connect with Decovenant follow them on Facebook.com/decovenant Or on twitter @Decovenant.

‘THE CHRISTIAN’ is a Mic105 Project (Mixtape). Targeted to build a chain that will break the limitations of religion, redeeming men from the servitude of sin and ignorance, Sharing the reality of who we truly are ‘Christians’, our stand, our right, our life, our possession, our purpose, our focus and our power. God means every Christian to be effective, to make a difference in the actual records and results of Christian work. God put each of us here to be a power. Unconscious ignorance is not charged against you as a fault; but your fault is this—your desertion to question…

‘Gospel General’ is an inspirational rap song by Elevatorz (an Award winning crew)  which illustrate how powerful we are in God’s Kingdom and the Christ Star Generals we are in defending God’s Kingdom as Generals of The Gospel.’ Elevatorz http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Gospel-Generals.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Straight up from Nigeria! Comes this amazing collaboration from these great and promising gospel hip hop heads, “Can I talk To you” is not just a song, it is strength for the weak, hope for the down casted. So if you’ve been through some trying time or you someone who is going through one, then this is  just the song! Spillz and Nowizo sure gave it all on this track with smut jay giving it a melodious feel. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/C.i.t.ty.mp3 DOWNLOAD

M2shinE drops another phenomenon single which he titled “ALIVE IN CHRIST”, mixed and master by @Earlvis_ of FREENATION Record label. This song simply explains that no matter what you may be faced with in life there is but only one place where all things can be fine and alright . The lyrics of this song explains it all… The bible says in Psalm 34:4 ‘I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears’. Expect a miracle and be lifted as you download. Enjoy the goodlife. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Alive-in-Christ.mp3 DOWNLOAD

The song that has caught across, spreading like wild fire, becoming the worship leaders favourite and the worshipers muse all over Nigeria, Africa and beyond is finally receiving a video from the original writer of the song – Chris Shalom! Chris Shalom released the first version of “You are the Reason” in 2010 and supported the effort with a video in 2011. The song was featured on his first album as well. The remix which was released in July 2014 will form a part of other great works that will make up the 3rd album due for release soon. Now…

This is the second episode of Iyke ONKA’s monthly PodCast “Behind The Music” In this 15-minute episode, Iyke ONKA features a fresh release from his “YaHWeH” album series. This track is titled “No Greater Love” and as usual it bears Iyke ONKA’s musical signature. Divinely inspired, beautifully rendered and excellently produced. Listen to this PodCast and get intimately immersed into this new piece from Iyke ONKA’s studio. Get to know what the song “No Greater Love” is all about, how it was inspired and the story behind the song. And don’t forget to share if you are blessed. Download it…

Entertainment One Music (eOne Music) continues to be at the forefront of hit music today, making strides in delivering new music from the much-anticipated album releases by 3 Winans Brothers, L. Spenser Smith, and Michelle Williams. Making a splash with three albums currently in the Top 10 on both Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart and CMTA’s Current Gospel Overall chart, the critically-acclaimed recent releases Foreign Land, by 3 Winans Brothers is at #2 on CMTA’s Current Gospel Overall chart and #3 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart; Unstoppable, by L. Spenser Smith is at #3 on CMTA’s Current Gospel Overall…

With a fresh sound for a new season, Jerry K one of gospel music’s renowned artist and performer, releases his new album Cd titled GLORIFIED. The 16-track album is a collection of great songs and evergreen classics from the gifted songwriter. Being able to draw music from his testimonies about God, and also from everyday inspiration has been one of Jerry K’s strongest qualities which is evident all through this album [Glorified]. Also featured in this album are songs of worship, faith, motivational and much more. With inspiring songs included in this CD such as “Ovie”, “Lambano feat. Kelly Lyon”,…

Sophia Godwin popularly known as Sophy-Yah in the UK and been part of the creative member of the choir that recorded the British Broadcasting Cooperation (BBC) theme song title “First Step” at the legendary Abbey road studio, UK for the 2012 Olympics. She is back home to tell Naija we’ve got what it takes to make it on the international scene with God on our side with a fresh album entitled God Can. she debut new single off the album titled ”BELONG”. Belong is also a great walk out song! http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/SophyYah-Belong.mp3 DOWNLOAD Watch video below…