Author: Ndidi Kwemezi

Meet Jonathan Valencia, a 12 year old who loves Jesus.  He was born in Jacksonville, Florida.  At the early age of 3, Jonathan’s idea of play was preaching on his Karaoke machine.  He has always enjoyed attending church.  One memorable moment was when he was about 4 years old and he fell asleep at a night service.  I carried him to the car and as we reached the car, Jonathan woke up with a big stretch and stated something like “Boy, that devil will sure put you to sleep”.  I laughed out loud because I knew how he loved to…

Here is the visuals for hit single “Call For the Warriors” by Jakes Hughes. Its off his debut E.P. Album Warfare and Worship.  “Call For the Warriors is an all out call for the people of God to stand up against the Tragic circumstances and demonic systems of this world. The song aggressively calls for a Kingdom movement of warriors for Christ to take back through influence and strategy, what the devil has stolen. “Call For the Warriors is intended to put a fire in Kingdom people to Sound the Alarm for everything that is God and stand up boldly…

Meet Markela Walker, a native of Little Rock, Arkansas and is currently 17 yrs. old and a high school senior at L.R. Central High, destined for Gods plan with Vocals Arrangement and Production successfully created by Key Ingredient Media, Inc. of Little Rock, Arkansas. Markela has song across Arkansas and has completed her first cd demo project with the hopes of touching each person all around the country to give them the sounds of Gods word that will come shining through. Markela has been singing as long as she can remember and her writings skills are not shy when it…

What better way to celebrate your birthday than using the day to benefit man kind? Today is Ada’s birthday and she is using the share man’s most powerful food. Which is the Word of God. Here is Ada with this Evangelical tune titled “Sugar”. Download below and share. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/ADA_SUGAR.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Meet Natawnie Ware, a native of Little Rock, Arkansas, she’s 17 yrs. old and a high school senior. Natawnie has completed her first CD demo project with the hopes of touching people from state to state, that are her age by giving them her all through song and praise. Natawnie has been singing for a few years, encouragement by her favorite gospel artist; Damita Haddon, Mary Mary and Forever Jones, makes it easy for local gospel artist JDKT(Jesus Does Kind Things) LR, AR to write the lyrics and for Darius Blanton, Patrick Washington LR, AR for music arrangements & Key…

Recently, Donald Lawrence assembled some of music’s hottest hitmakers to join him for his “20th Anniversary Recording- The Best For Last” CD  – the latest release from the maestro due out September 24. Calling upon the likes of Faith Evans, Kelly Price, and Coko of SWV just to name a few, the all-star line up of guest artists set to appear on the forthcoming project have drummed up quite the buzz. Today saw the release of some behind the scenes footage. Check it out below… via TheGospelGuru

In 2004, five high school teenagers began the school year meeting each other for the first time in choir class at Central High School, Little Rock, Arkansas. They didn’t realize they were apart of God’s purpose. They would sing & harmonize together in choir class and decided to enter the schools yearly Tiger-fest. They agreed with the name J D K T, the first letter of each persons name from the original members of the group. They won 1st place in that years Tiger-fest 2005. The next year school two members move away to different schools, the remaining members decided…

The idea of starting a gospel rap group materialized somewhere in March 2012 for the X4G, with the initial members being Gyidi, M.Kharis, Pistis, and Jethro Cobby. Albidel, Abby-K and Nana G were later identified and joined the group. Initially the group was to be called D. M. C (Dynamic Minister’s Crew). At a meeting with their manager and life coach, he suggested the name X4G (meaning eXcellence for God) and it was accepted, with the name D.M.C being handed over to a sister contemporary gospel band. On the 14th of April 2012, TEAM X4G was unveiled with all the…

Meet JO’NAJ (Joel Najite), a young and talented gospel minister with a burning desire to affect his world positively through singing and dancing. Born on the 17th of January, JO’NAJ hails from Delta state, Nigeria. His great passion for music has stimulated creativity in the pattern of his music, as he tends to combine various genre of music in order to create new musical concepts. He is a songwriter, song composer, dancer, music producer and also a skilled acoustic guitarist, which is his favorite instrument. The charismatic and dynamic young gospel minister started his music career in the year 1998…

Fast Rising Producer/Rapper/singer of COL entertainment Lc beatz..  is here with a fast tempo, highly Hyper spirit filled self Produced single titled “YAPA”. High energy on this one. #LOni GROOvY GROoVy.. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/YAPA…mp3 [ddownload id=”74046″]

With his latest single “Awa O Tush Oh” continuing to dominate airwaves across the country and with the highly anticipated music video coming soon, award-winning Afrofusion artist *GAISE* is back with a brand new single titled “Little Drops”. Serving as the third single from his forthcoming sophomore album which is due to be released in 2014 via Sanctified Records, “Little Drops” sees GAISE take an expressly more conscious, profound and self-reflective tone, over the resounding Olaitan Dada-produced musical backdrop, led by resounding horn arrangements and a stirring string section, all played live. With lyrics such as “*little drops make an…

Linda Clark was born to sing! Without the ability to enlighten the hearts and minds of others through song, life for her would take on new meaning. This remarkable mezzo soprano with a phenomenal voice range was born in Detroit, Michigan, raised in Alabama, and currently resides in Virginia. Linda is an anointed vocalist and Psalmist with a voice that goes where beyond this physical plane. Although particularly passionate for inspirational and gospel music, Linda has a sincere appreciation for all genres of music, having regularly performed such genres as Country, R&B, Jazz, Pop, and even Rock. Artists worked and…

Meet Kalil Ros: Kalil is Kevin in Hebrew and ROS, meaning Reflection Of Self, is the message Kalil ROS wants listeners to experience in his music. With three distinct music forms all comprised from his past experiences in the music industry, GNH (gospel-neo-hip hop) Kalil ROS delivers a sound of soulful hip hop music, a touch of Jazz and spoken word as well as songs of love, motivation and healing. He shares his personal realization that the deeper the depth of the struggle, the greater the glory of God will extract out of your life. His vision is to influence…

Meet Umoekeyo Uno aka Baristar, from Nigeria. Baristar started singing at the age of 9 in his church children’s choir later went on to become the first children’s choir director. As a teenager, he was the best singer of the year 2003, Teenagers Outreach Ministries (TOM). As a youth, he was the best singer of the year 2006, Flames Of Fire Association which is the youth fellowship of christian central chapel international (CCCI), calabar. He discovered his songwriting skills in 2002 and has written lots of songs since then but professionally has been singing and recording songs since 2007. He…

Inspired by life, environment, society, and all that’s available through God. A quick listen to his songs gives an idea of his personality and convictions. Very practical; his music is known to take the listener on a journey. It’s a perfect blend of key musical elements. He’s got a unique voice texture, intelligent techniques used for delivery and superb clarity that makes you hear every word. Here is GameMan BeatzJockey featuring one of Nigeria’s best female vocalist SIMI. This one is titled “New Day” off his soon to be released album BEYOND WORDS. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/GameMan_New_Day_ft_Simi.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Here is this lovely Dancehall tune from Guke titled “Holy Spirit”. produced by X-Mack and GANGS RELATED produced by O2 and Written by Don Fada(ceo DonCrux Records). Enjoy http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/guke_-_holy_spirit.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Formerly Known as Don John, the mind behind some nice gospel grooves, young and underground music producer Encore steps up his tempo to make a remix to Imela Remix by Provabs Ft. Henrisoul, Tim Godfrey and Okey Sokay. This remix was done during a playful time in his home studio… Enjoy and watch out for his upcoming projects. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/IMELA_(ENCORE!_REMIX).mp3 DOWNLOAD

There is a popular statement that says, “Those who can’t do, teach.” To the contrary emerges an extraordinary music teacher who is discrediting this phrase and evolving as an exceptional educator of the arts and a phenomenal Gospel vocalist. Ronnette Harrison is a vocalist with exquisite tone, a composer of prolific melodies, and an accomplished pianist and organist. Ronnette received a Bachelor Degree in Music Education from Towson University and previously taught in Prince George County Schools in Maryland. Now Ronnette administers private vocal and piano instruction and is making her debut as a Gospel music artist with her first…

Here is the newest single from Jos-based Rock Band STAGE ONE titled “Everything (Dry)”. Stage One is the band behind previous releases like “Cry”, “Rise Again” and “The Rising”. Ever since the release of those three songs under the aegis on “The Rising EP”. The band has gone on to focus on their live shows and charity projects while writing new songs. “Everything(Dry)” is a product of the kind of rehearsal spontaneity and free mindedness that has always been a hallmark of Stage One and is a desperate cry to their maker to quench the thirst that only He can.…

Meet Victor Atenaga from Delta State Nigeria , Victor became born again 1989. Started his musical journey same year and started climbing the ladder of his music career. In 1991, he became the travelling secretary to the Youth Intercessors of the Christian Youth Fellowship of Church of God Mission Int’l and by 1993, became the State Coordinator. In 1992, he alongside his prayer team opened the Eki-Uwa branch of the Church and pastured it for one year until his head pastor summoned him to come back to town to continue with the responsibility of worship leading which he was undeniably…