Author: Ndidi Kwemezi

Gospel singer-songwriter Nikki Hopkins has been turning heads since winning the national Gospel Rock competition in 2011. This growing audience led to her winning a public vote to appear at the Big Church Day Out 2013. Her songs have been heard on UCB Radio, Premier Radio and on the BBC. Nikki’s music is accompanied by her powerful testimony, from a rebellious childhood to serving in Iraq as an army medic, and her eventual return to faith. Her debut EP, Held by Love was recorded alongside Sound Consultancy, the team behind artists such as Philippa Hanna and Jacob Lloyd. Now Nikki…

Not too long ago The Larry Wilson released the debut single “Used to Love You” from his forthcoming album ”Good Religion”. The Larry Wilson wanted to provide listeners with a visual for the intro track of “Good Religion” entitled “Certainly”. “Good Religion” is set for release on all major retail May 21st, 2013. WATCH

Bunmi Dada, fondly called by the mononym “Bumie”, is a Nigerian Gospel/Inspirational recording artist. Bumie, a U.S-based artist, describes her music as a fusion of Neosoul and Hip-Hop sound that is bound to elevate the spirit, heal the soul and bring glory to God. As a Praise and Worship leader at New Breed International Church in Landover, Maryland, she has been asked over and over again about when she would be sharing her talents with the world, and in Bumie’s own words she states that “now is the time to fulfill destiny. There should be a sense of urgency with…

“BOBO ME” no doubt was one of the most downloaded Gospel tune on the internet last year, not to mention the regular airplay the song is getting on Radio stations Nationwide till date. The “BOBO ME” crooner has returned with this very sweet, easy, catchy, sing along Afro-Pop/ Makosa tune served with a nice playful vocal ease. The lyrics are not just positive and universal but also inspiring in such a pleasant way… Trust me, you will love this one. So hit the download button and join the merry go as we go……….I’M RICH, I’M LOADED, TOO MUCH MONEY… JEHOVAH…

New Single from Kierra “Kiki” Sheard. Production by Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins LISTEN http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/kierra_sheard_trumpets_blow.mp3

Ebiere Ohochukwu popularly known as Ebiere, is one of Nigeria’s leading gospel music icons. Her unique captivating voice can be identified anywhere it is heard. The Port Harcourt born artiste officially began her singing career in 2004 and has released three albums since then. She is known for consistently releasing timely hit songs; “ Yekileme” & “Push my Praise” (2005), “Tamara Mbana” &” Omi-Olota” (2008). The award winning vocalist is a passionate music minister, music director, song writer, performing Artiste , sister, mother and wife. Her third Album “Pot of Gold” (2013) has just been released. Over the years she…

Marchall “Classic” Breidel was born in Rotterdam, The Netherlands and his parents are from Suriname origin. Around the age of four his mother fled with his older brother and two sisters from their father. They have lived several years in various shelters and then finally got a house. After about eight years that he has not seen his father, he and his brother visited their father and at the age of fourteen he decided to live with his grandma so he was closer to his father. His grandmother took him to church and at the age of fourteen he decided…

Watch the official video of “You Are Great” by Ayo Vincent ft. Joe Praize. WATCH DOWNLOAD

“Nothing Without You”  by Amber Bullock, Cedric Shannon Rives and Levi Too King. http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Nothing_Without_You.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Classic Fuji Rock. Okay, that’s a new one. This is probably the first time i have come across such genre of music. But, i had to quickly satisfy my curiosity by first listening to the song and trust me. It has everything in it. From the Classic instrumentation to the ever dance-able  African Fuji beat and the high temple Rock flavor, you’ll sure agree with me that a lot of creativity was put into this work. Known has E-Jazzy, A passionate blogger, singer and also a violinist. Emmanuel, E-Jazzy as he is fondly called, is set to take the Nigerian Gospel Music…

The most important people to us on this earth are family and friends. The love, fellowship and kindred spirit of those closest to us should be celebrated often and singer, songwriter Algeron Wright is doing so through music. Algeron has brought together a few friends to collaborate with him on his newest release ALGERON WRIGHT LIVE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS available now via Central South Distribution. The South Carolina native set out to record LIVE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS with the mission of bringing together a group of individuals dearest to him. His desired to come together in one place…

Elbernita “Twinkie” Clark-Terrell is a two-time Grammy Award–winning American gospel singer, composer, musician, and evangelist. She is a member of The Clark Sisters, an influential gospel vocal ensemble active since the late ’60s. This is the second single released from Twinkie Clark’s new recording “LIVE & UNPLUGGED”. Produced by Larry Clark and Written by Twinkie Clark, Co-Written by Larry Clark. LISTEN http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/God_Gave_Me_Favor.mp3

Godwin Idios is a Gospel artist from Edo State, Nigeria, who has three albums to his credits, trained several choirs and music groups. He was the founder of a music group called the Integrity Family known for contemporary gospel music. Dubbed as the frontliner of gospel contemporary hip hop in the south-south Nigeria, and is a mentor to many. He also has played host to several reality music shows and high profile events. He has lots of singles on airplay “Lape”, “Baba God, “Uwese” and many more. Besides selling records, he has been extremely successfull in musical hits having produced…

Lacrae releases the Official Video of “Confessions” off the “Gravity” album. Directed by: Kyle Dettman. Lecrae’s latest album “Gravity” IN STORES NOW! Get it on iTunes: http://bit.ly/U0Laql WATCH

After the successful release of his first album “Uncommon Me”, Isaac Carree is getting set for the release of his second album “Reset”. With the unveiling of the album cover, no doubt finishing touches is being done before the album drops.  The album is due June 25th and it features artist like Le’Andria Johnson, Kierra Sheard, Zacardi Cortez, James Fortune and many more. The first single off the album “Clean This House” is already gaining massive airplay on Radio stations all over the world.

Born in Kaduna, Nigeria to parents of Abia State origin, Buchi’s early education began in Enugu and took him through Methodist College, Uzuakoli and Federal Government College, Enugu. In 1983, he came to Lagos to study English Language and Literary Studies at the University of Lagos, obtained a BA in 1986, MA in 1988 and later same year took up an appointment to lecture at the same institution alongside a PhD program. Buchi remained at the Department of English until 1994 when he yielded to the higher calling to propagate the gospel of Jesus through writing and singing same in…

The music scene is about to be graced with a young Nigerian rapper who is poised to doing just that with his unique sound. Winter, acronym for “WIN Through Every Round” is driven by his love for God, love for mankind and love for music. “Church Boi”, the debut single off his R.E.V.A.M.P. Mixtape, Mixed and Mastered by Dr. Sankty of 17:17 Audio and is sure to get your toes tapping as the lyrics take your mind away. Enjoy http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/Church_Boi.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Download the 1st single off FEDEL’s new album “V.I.P” releasing on ITUNES on 5.21. www.fedelmusic.com twitter.com/fedelmusic http://gospelcentric.net/downloads/music/i_will_be.mp3 DOWNLOAD

Grammy Award-winning artist Bishop Hezekiah Walker, one of the pioneers of contemporary choir music, is slated to release his 14th album on June 11th, titled Azusa Next Generation. The album is tied to the work of the Azusa Next Generation conference, an event created by Walker that brings together the nation’s most prominent pastors, speakers and worship leaders, ultimately revitalizing a defining moment in the Christian faith. The next conference will be held May 19 at the Jacob Javitz Center in New York. Of the new album, Walker says: “This project honors the legacy of hand-clapping, foot-stomping Gospel music, and…

Grammy Award-Winning producer Donald Lawrence shares a new tune from his forthcoming 20th anniversary CD. A song which according to him was inspired by Pastor Creflo Dollar, shares the revelation of Hebrews 4:9. The song is titled “There Remaineth A Rest” DOWNLOAD VIDEO