GRAMMY nominee Tauren Wells releases his live album titled Citizen Of Heaven (Live). The project includes 15 audio tracks and 4 videos that were recorded during his album launch event in January 2020 at Lakewood Church in his hometown of Houston, TX.
“My favorite thing about creating an album is anticipating what the live versions of the songs will become,” says Wells. “Having a song come alive for the first time in the writing room or the studio is a crazy feeling, but there is a different energy and excitement when the song comes alive in a room full of people! We captured all that fire on this new LIVE album, and it is a full-on heatwave! You’re about to dance, cry, laugh, and worship all at the same time so be prepared. The people in the car next to you are going to be really confused!!”
Citizen Of Heaven (Live) is available now to download or stream.
New Wine Music, the worship ministry of King Jesus International Ministry in Miami, FL, announces the release of its album, Awaken Us, available everywhere now.
On Awaken Us, New Wine capture the melodies of a church confidently awaiting the arrival of her Beloved, Jesus Christ. Featuring 9 new songs, with lyrics in both English and Spanish, New Wine Music invites listeners to respond to the Lover of our souls, with a passionate cry for a fresh encounter. Inspired by the revelation of the times we are in, this collection contains a righteous response of those who desire faith over fear, hope over despair, and the freedom of the Spirit to live through the most difficulties of these end times.
King Jesus International Ministry is one of the largest and fastest-growing multicultural churches in the United States, with more than 20,000 weekly attendance at their flagship Miami location. King Jesus International Ministry senior pastor, Guillermo Maldonado, gives spiritual coverage to 500 churches in 70 countries.
With the release of their highly anticipated eighth career recording, This Is Love, GRAMMY-nominated, Dove Award-winning StowTown group The Erwins are also celebrating the launch of the new album’s debut single, “The God I Know.” Impacting radio today, the inspirational ballad heralds the One who still moves mountains and calms the raging sea, carrying the project’s central message of Christ’s unwavering sustainment.
Infusing The Erwins’ signature family harmonies and modern musical influences across all eight selections, This Is Love also features such standout tracks as lead digital single “All Of My Help”; the bluesy, brass-studded “Already On His Way God”; and the pop/country ballad “The Blood of Jesus.” Produced and arranged by Wayne Haun, the album showcases tracks penned by such top songwriters as Kenna Turner West, Sue Smith and Tony Wood, among others.
In support of This Is Love, The Erwins appeared on the CBN News March 31 broadcast of Studio 5, chatting with host Efrem Graham about the album as well as their GRAMMY Award nomination.
The Erwins are set to debut selections from This Is Love in concert on Friday, April 16 at First Baptist Church in Canton, Texas. The album release show follows last night’s digital launch party, with the group taking to Facebook Live to chat about their new music while autographing This Is Love pre-orders for fans.
Keith, Kody, Kris and Katie Erwin have been singing together their entire lives. They grew up performing in countless churches and at events around the country with their parents, who have served as full-time evangelists for more than 40 years. The group’s 2011 debut, What Really Matters, featured the Erwin brothers, with Katie officially joining the lineup later that year on the follow-up project, Jesus In A Song.
GRAMMY® and Stellar Award-winning artist, actress, and multi-faceted entrepreneur Kierra Sheard-Kelly, released the deluxe edition of her chart-topping album KIERRA (Karew Entertainment / RCA Inspiration). The new album is an accompaniment to her forthcoming memoir, “Big, Bold, and Beautiful: Owning the Woman God Made You to Be” (Zonderkidz), which will be released on April 13th. A musical trove, KIERRA (Deluxe) is available everywhere now.
An artistic hybrid of Pop, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Gospel sounds, Kierra continues to boldly step out as a creative powerhouse on the 20-track deluxe edition, introducing five new songs: “Out of My Mind” (feat. Camper), “Grace,” “Live 4 God,” “A Good Man,” and “Something Has to Break” (feat. Karen Clark Sheard), the duet with her mother, which is currently playing on radio and was recorded from their enthralling appearance together on the 2020 BET Awards. The album features the original 15-tracks including the #1 Billboard hit Gospel single “It Keeps Happening” and “Don’t Judge Me” (feat. Missy Elliott), and production from frequent collaborators Harmony “H-Money” Samuels and her brother J. Drew Sheard, songwriters Mia Fieldes, Jonathan Smith, Varren Wade, Edgar “JV” Etienne, Justin Brooks, Sir the Baptist, and vocals from Gospel artists Todd Dulaney, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Le’Andria Johnson and Kierra’s nephew Jacob Sheard. In addition to releasing her new album, Kierra recently connected with Nick Cannon for a special rendition of Gospel legend Fred Hammond’s “No Weapon,” which debuted on Good Friday.
Going forward in forging fearless new paths, Kierra will make her debut as a published author on April 13th with her memoir, “Big, Bold, and Beautiful: Owning the Woman God Made You to Be” (Zonderkidz). To commemorate the momentous occasion, Kierra is hosting “The Big, Bold and Beautiful Experience,” on April 10th and April 11th. The 2-day virtual conference will include a mix of “bold conversations” and “big performances,” and featured guests include Sarah Jakes Roberts, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Meagan Good, Erica Campbell, PrettyVee, Sevyn Streeter, Dwight Holt Jr., Chandler Moore, Terrence J, and Jonathan McReynolds. In her immersive and inspirational book for teens, Kierra shares her hard-won advice on body positivity, spiritual self-care, goal setting, finding your joy, and living boldly in faith, empowering you to grab the life you’re meant to lead.
Andrew Bello A.k.a Mr International is a UK based Gospel Artist signed to Omo Jesu Entertainment. The project is a of Thanksgiving to God for everything one has accomplished in life as all songs were drawn from life experiences over this pandemic & trying times. Having survived so many trials & things the world throws.
Andrew Bello is a multiple award winning Gospel artist and has worked with numerous Gospel Artiste around the Globe singing about God’s love & faithfulness.
He takes you on a musical journey filled with Gratitude as Gratitude changes perception & it’s only God who gives support and mercy which can turn ones life around.
Giving God gratitude is one aspect of our lives we should always practice. God see’s, he cares & his time is the best.
The Gratitude EP has 8 tracks with 2 bonus tracks which were released previously.
The Gray Havens release their newest music with a single titled “Endless Summer.” This follows the March 5th release of Blue Flower.
Known for their unique blend of narrative-pop, The Gray Havens continue to expand their reach into multiple genres with thought provoking lyrical poetry and music. The duo has performed alongside such artists as The Oh Hellos, Josh Garrels, Ben Rector, John Marc McMillan, Drew Holcomb among others.
“Endless Summer” is available now to download or stream.
Motown Gospel, one of the premiere recording labels for gospel music, in partnership with SANG GIRL! Inc., celebrates the release of nine-time GRAMMY® nominated singer/songwriter Kelly Price’s second gospel project, GRACE. The release of GRACE comes fifteen years after Price’s acclaimed gospel album, This Is Who I Am, which hit #1 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart and landed in the top ten of the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
The brand-new 6-track EP arrives ahead of Easter Sunday 2021 and serves as a reminder of God’s grace during these unprecedented times. Grace begins with the electrifying album opener “Dance Party,” features a cover of the classic “Faith That Conquers,” and the title track “Grace.”
Standing on her foundation of faith and belief in God, Kelly Price poured her heart and soul into GRACE and used it as a healing tool after losing her grandfather early in the 2020 pandemic, followed by the sudden passing of her mother at the end of the year. The result is a story of joy, pain, love and loss, with Grace becoming one of Price’s most inspirational and moving projects to date.
Price is set to embark on a progressive virtual press run which will include promotional stops at GMA3: What You Need to Know, Sirius XM Sway In The Morning, The Breakfast Club, Good Day New York and more.
GRACE is available now wherever music is sold and streamed digitally.
Watch Kelly Price “Dance Party” music video below;
Joyous Celebration brings a message of hope and positivity with their milestone 25th album released today.
This is the first album from the revered gospel ensemble under Universal Music Africa and with a distribution deal with Motown Gospel in the US. It is released in time for Easter celebrations and with the dark shadow of the Coronavirus pandemic that continues to ravage families and leave people destitute hanging heavily.
Even in dire circumstances like this, MTN Joyous Celebration has not lost its fire, if anything, the recording proves that their music remains a dependable balm that goes a long way to soothe troubled souls. Still We Rise speaks to the indomitable human spirit and its resilience in the face of adversity.
The recording was conducted without choir master Lindelani Mkhize on stage due to ill health, but he still led from behind the scenes ensuring that the performance remains spirited and uplifting.
The 16 track Still We Rise is led by singles Ndezel Uncedo and The Victory Song that set the tone for a rapturous experience.
Ndenzel Uncedo led by Esethu Mngxuma is taken from the Methodist church Xhosa hymnbook. The rousing traditional hymn is delivered with impeccable rhythm and gusto. It is about finding refuge in God at a time of difficulty, pain and loss.
It is sung by believers who recognize that they cannot get through life on their own, it is only with the grace of God that they can survive troubles. The song resonates with the challenges of today. Ndenzel Uncedo has already garnered over 180 000 views on YouTube in less than a week.
Packed with high energy from the first note, The Victory Song is a manifestation of God’s unfailing love. Led by the consummate performer and singer Bonginkosi Mthombeni, the track boasts generous doses of spunk and groove.
The swashbuckling dance routine by Bonginkosi is a throwback to the heady days of Michael Jackson and James Brown’s nifty footwork. The Victory Song is not only apt as acknowledgement of how far the ensemble has come, but sets the tone for the future.
The energy is kept up on tracks like Sebenza Ngami, Ka Mehla, Elakho Liphezulu, Ngiyanikela and Grace and Mercy.
Pastor Jabu Hlongwane returns to the stage with Sofana Naye while Pastor Mthunzi Namba delivers a powerful testament of unshaken faith with In Christ We Stand.
Some of the new faces that inject a new energy to the band are Thobeka Ramaloko who shines on the keyboard fuelled Bonginkosi Ngazo and Nwabisa Meth is a class act in Camagu Ngonyama rooted in Xhosa rhythms tinged with jazz. Kholiswa Ganca dazzles in the exuberant Cela, while Bongiwe Madela dazzles in Jesus is Lord Medley and Nozipho Phiri is infectious on Thank You Lord.
Still We Rise boasts the musicality and dexterity that MTN Joyous Celebration has been known for. It doesn’t shy away from African influences that are masterfully fused with modern sensibilities.
Enthuses Mkhize: ‘We are proud to present this album marking 25 years of MTN Joyous Celebration. We have a new recording home at Universal Music, we have been injected with a new energy and we are enthusiastic about the future. This album has everything for everybody, it will leave all our supporters and fans sated with the holy spirit delivered in song, praise and worship. Even when I wasn’t on stage to conduct the choir due to ill health, everything came together so perfectly and the excellence we are known for remains unmatched.’
Still We Rise was recorded under strict Covid-19 lockdown protocols at Joburg Theatre without a live audience.
MTN Joyous Celebration 25 premier show takes place on Friday, 2 April 2021 at Joburg Theatre with a limited audience and observing Covid-19 lockdown protocols. Tickets will go for sale on Webtickets soon.
Watch Joyous Celebration “The Victory Song” (Official Music Video);
GRAMMY-nominated and Dove Award-winning worship leader Kari Jobes serves 4-track Ep Resurrection in the spirit of easter.
Earlier this year, Kari Jobe, in conjunction with Premier Productions, announced The Blessing USA Tour. Sponsored by illumiNations and CovidSafeChurch.com and named after Jobe’s GRAMMY-nominated and Dove Award-winning hit, Jobe is excited to hit the road for the first time in a year and spend an evening of worship in 22 cities across the U.S. The tour kicks off this month in Pittsburgh, PA.
Oahu-based worship group New Hope Oahu is proud to announce the release of their ninth album, Brand New (DREAM Records), on Good Friday.
The album is available now on all digital and streaming outlets globally. The thirteen song album features incredible tracks like “Speak” and “Brand New.”
“Brand New is the latest album from New Hope Oahu, celebrating 25 years of God’s faithfulness and leading at New Hope. There is a journey that unfolds through each song, remembering God’s faithfulness in where we have been, and looking forward with hope to all He will do to make all things BRAND NEW. Our prayer is that these songs will become anthems that will unite the body of Christ, and bring comfort and joy through every season.” – Christopher Sanders
