Author: Ndidi Kwemezi

eMJOY is an emerging independent gospel rap artist born (July, 1988) and raised in Nigeria, yet currently residing in Toronto, Canada. His name is Mayowa Adebajo; Mayowa meaning ‘God has brought joy’, from which he coined his stage name. eMJOY has been writing and rapping from a very young age (around 10 years old); performing at high school and university events occasionally, but he began his music career in 2010 recording and publishing singles like “New Nigeria Spirit” and so on. In 2011, he released his first body of work online- the YGMVTECH mixtape which included fan-favorite ‘Gracias, Ose, Merci’,…

Meet J.i.d.e a.k.a Mixmaster J, a song writer, music producer/engineer. He mixes and masters albums, hence the name. He crafted the sound of many songs on Nigerian radio, and has touched many songs that later became radio hits on air while working with countless number of artists and producers from Nigeria and beyond. The Singapore trained engineer originally graduated with a B.sc in microbiology from O.A.U. Ile Ife, Nigeria but has also been a producer since his third year in Uni. He has been teaching audio engineering for over a decade and continues to mentor young producers. MmJ has a…

Meet Eccless, a seasoned gospel artiste, who studied Architecture at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Nigeria, with M.sc from the same institution. His deep love for music can be dated back to his days in the University where he belonged to different choral groups, and also his expeditions with different RCCG Choir groups over the years. Eccless born Olasupo Olutayo hails from Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. His skills cut across different genres such as: Afro-pop, Afro Hip-Hop and Reggae. “So Good” was God inspired in his guest for making sweet Gospel Music for the “Street” on this track, he featured…

Here is another single from upcoming Hip Hop artist COJO titled “move”. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Move.mp3 DOWNLOAD

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THE PRAYER GARDEN OF MEMPHIS,  a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide an interdenominational Christian-based platform accessible to all individuals wishing to restore peace in their lives and the City of Memphis through corporate prayer will present A Day of Prayer, Praise and Healing Explosion on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Levitt Shell (Overton Park), 1928 Poplar Ave. This will mark THE PRAYER GARDEN OF MEMPHIS’ (PGOM) inaugural prayer and gospel music concert which will feature a morning corporate prayer rally at 9:30AM featuring prayer by twenty-four Memphis area ministers on the twenty-four top issues of the City of…

Meet Nelson Akogo, from Delta state, Nigeria. A pharmacist by profession, gospel minister by calling and a quintessential musician by default. Haven ministered in several conferences in youth churches, campus fellowships and beyond, he has chosen to take his music to the next level. A multi-instrumentalist, he plays the violin, saxophone, euphonium and keyboard. ‘NO WAYO’, Nelson Akogo’s debut single is being hitting the airwaves and has been topping the charts on Radio stations in Lagos and Nigeria as a whole. He currently has three singles off his forthcoming album to be released early next year. Below is the audio…

After putting out the mind blowing single “IF you know”, which has gained acceptance in the industry, with massive air plays and features on Blogs/sites. EMMYKOKZ( Emmanuel Ikoko) was led to do a remix of the song., a dance hall praise joint. Enjoy http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/EMMYKOKZ-IF-YOU-KNOW-RMX.mp3 DOWNLOAD

DavidB is a singer/songwriter aspiring to make a long-lasting impact in the music industry and the world at large. His phenomenal vocal ability, savvy lyrics, and intricately pleasant musical arrangements set him in a lane of his own. In this video, DavidB does an acoustic cover to India Arie’s “I am Not My Hair” at his private show – An Acoustic: Live. WATCH

I do not know how to describe this but it is just BEAUTIFUL. Straight from Ghana, here is AKESSE BREMPONG with this song titled “CRAZYLOVE”. The video is nominated for the 4Syte Music Video Awards. Download the audio track and watch the video below. Make sure you leave your comment below… http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Akesse-Brempong-Crazy-Love-featuring-Qhakrah.mp3 DOWNLOAD WATCH

DjRexYo (Man of Steel) is known for his incredible mixes and unique style, there’s never a dull moment when he is on the wheelz of steel. And right here he drops the hottest and most anticipated gospel mixtape featuring the best of Gospel Artistes. Download it below and get the Holy Ghost Party started. Enjoy @rexyoflamez http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/gospogroove-DjRexYo.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Ricwa has been doing Hip hop music for over 8 years now, and his songs have being gaining massive acceptance across Africa and the world over. Here is “Thinking About You” off his latest “I’m at Peace” Mixtape. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Thinking-About-You.mp3 DOWNLOAD You can watch the video below as well. WATCH

Glory Child is a Gospel artist dedicated to reaching billions of people with the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ and empowering both young & old to engage in true harmonious spirit filled & authentic moments of worship. She was born on the 8th of November in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. She started singing at the age of 15. She joined her church choir in 2010 while studying and started singing professionally in Ghana just at the age of 18. She released her first album in 2013 and is currently based in London. Here is Glory Child with “He Reigns”, off…

Mary J.Blige called on the legendary Clark Sisters to help her bring in the spirit of Christmas this month, with the release of her new album ‘A Mary Christmas’, which hit shelves today! The R&B veteran tapped Gospel music’s famed Clark Sisters for a rendition of the Christmas classic ‘The First Noel’! Hit ‘play’ and tuck into the moving rendition below… via TheGospelGuru

On October 15, 2013, the Gospel Music Association (GMA) hosted the 44th Annual Dove Awards at Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena in Nashville, TN! Co-hosted by Kirk Franklin and Amy Grant, the packed-house event featured appearances from some of Christian and Gospel music’s most popular artists, including TobyMac, Tamela Mann and Jason Crabb and Lecrae. Tasha Cobbs landed 3 awards, while Tamela Mann and Lecrae each scored 2. Other top winners for the night include TobyMac (Artist of the Year), for King & Country (New Artist of the Year) and “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)” by Matt Redman (Song of the…

One of Africa’s most notable producer Masterkraft features Frank Edwards and Chocolate City singer NOSA on his new single “New Day”. This song celebrates life and a positive prayer for the day; something that should sit well with the young and the old. Download and tell us what you think about the song. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/MASTERKRAFT-NEW-DAY-FT-FRANK-EDWARDS-NOSA.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Here is the official release of Mr.O’s latest single “BLESS ME” featuring gospel award winning act Tim Godfrey and one of Nigeria’s finest comedian/artiste Jedi. “Bless Me” is a feel good song with an apt message, melodic vibe and groovy beat. Enjoy http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Mr.O-Bless-Me_ft_Tim-Godfrey-Jedi.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Da’Son is strictly a Gospel rap artiste, He believes ” That a good song should impact the Spirit, Soul and BODY, and should bear fruit in the lives of the hearers folds of hundred, thirty or SIXTY”.  That is why his Rap is all about EDIFICATION, ENCOURAGEMENT & ENTERTAINMENT. He is currently working on the release of his Debut Rap album before the end of the first quarter of next year. He is also the host of a yearly Gospel event tagged GOSPEL ACCORDING 2RAP which he is working towards making a quarterly event as from next year. He has…

Meet FIZZIKAL. Born Charles Dogo in the ever-vibrant city of Lagos, he then moved back to his hometown Kaduna at a tender age. Fizzikal started listening to rap music at a tender age but pretty much had no clue he’d be an emcee later in life. He started off nodding his head to Eminem’s lines assuming people couldn’t keep it real and “gospel” at the same time until he came across the legendary Cross Movement. Obviously falling in love with what he heard, he embarked on a journey to discover more acts in the genre. A journey that led him…