After making a grand entry into the music scene with the song ‘New Covenant‘ in February, United States-based Nigerian Christian music recording artist, singer, and preacher of the gospel Evangelist Kehinde Oluwakemi Oni-Adekunle drops an EP titled ‘Power Of Covenant‘.
The EP contained five beautiful tracks spearheaded by the already-released track ‘New Covenant’. The songs in the EP were recorded in both English and Yoruba languages.
Each track of the EP contains different covenants established by God for the well-being of His people. Some of the covenants that are reflected on the EP include the covenant of new birth, covenant of the blood of Jesus and much more.
The songs in the EP are not just amazing and beautiful as they are each suitable for different moods and occasions.
Two-time GRAMMY-nominated band We The Kingdom drops new versions of their hit song “Jesus Does” today.
“This song is so special to us and has been part of our lives for five years. It’s a reminder that Jesus calls the sun to rise in the morning, sustains the breath in our lungs and rescues us from darkness. We pray this song touches your heart,” the band shares.
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The Jesus Does EP is now available to download/stream.
Special Musick is a Lo-fi project branching out of ‘Still Worship’, an eclectic instrumental brand from Integrity Music. Special Musick is comprised of Matt Odmark and Charlie Lowell from the multi platinum selling CCM band Jars of Clay.
They recorded and produced Lo-fi versions of 10 well-known worship songs, offering the first volume of reimagined versions of top songs in the Church. Titled ‘Special Musick LoFi Vol. 1’, the new project pairs early nostalgia with modern electronic beats and samples to create a serene atmosphere.
Special Musick focus on creating soundscapes for working, studying, or for gatherings, all steeped in the peaceful presence of God.
It’s been two years since Red Rocks Worship released their acclaimed album, Things Of Heaven, and they are now more than ready to share new music with the world. Today, the Denver-based worship collaborative drops their latest song, “Good Plans,” along with announcing their new album, titled Ascend, which will release on July 14, 2023. A pre-order for the album also begins today.
Preparing for more than a year to create Ascend, Red Rocks Worship member Tyler Roberts shares, “For us, it’s been a year of pruning, of laying down pride and chasing God, and searching for what worship is and what it looks like to really go after the Lord and enter His gates with praise.
Every single song on the album has a story behind it that means something to all of us. We titled it Ascend, which is found right in Psalm 24, stating, Who can ascend the mountain of God, who can be in the presence of the Lord.”
“Good Plans” is the album’s first single to release. A live video for the song can be viewed below. Inspired by Psalm 23, “It became the focal point of every word that we wrote for that song,” worship leader Kory Miller explains. “I’m really excited for this song to release. It feels like a major personal revelation that turned into a corporate revelation for our church.”
Red Rocks Worship will be able to share their music live on May 19 at Night Of Worship With Red Rocks Worship in Mesa, Arizona, as well as on their album’s release day at Drylands Student Conference in Carlsbad, NM. Be sure to visit their tour page for the latest dates.
With her Conversations EP, singer and songwriter Grace Graber is continuing to open up a dialog about faith, mental health, and her own story of survival.
“The Conversations EP was written from a place of finally sharing with the world how much I was struggling with my mental health,” Grace Graber offers candidly. “I felt like people knew me as the girl who was excited and passionate about Jesus and church, all the stereotypes of a Christian woman. In reality, I was still hurting a lot. I turned to drink and other ways to self-medicate.”
That bracing honesty served as the starting place for a collection of songs that offer a lifeline to anyone experiencing the same shadows. The title track “Conversations” was born from that place of secret struggle.
Grace had just written the song “Do it for Me” with Holly Halliwell, clinging to the track record of a God who is constantly “making new things out of the dust.” That session led them into a raw conversation in which Grace admitted that she knew she needed to go back on medication for anxiety.
Paired together, “Do it for Me” and “Conversations” are the compass points that orient the collision of personal pain with God’s comforting light. This is carried through in “The Light,” a hopeful song that is indicative of Grace’s venture back into her punk-pop roots. For Grace, dialing up the guitars is an act of freedom, a return to her more authentic self.
After all, Christian pop punk started everything for Grace. When Grace Graber was a suicidal teenager struggling with PTSD, it was music that gave her the ability to survive— specifically, a Hawk Nelson song.
That’s why when Grace wrote the testimony song “This One’s For You” with Chris Cleveland (Stars Go Dim) and Tony Wood (Colton Dixon, Big Daddy Weave), it felt like having original Hawk Nelson singer Jason Dunn guest feature would bring it all full circle.
Fortunately, she knew a few people who offered to make the fall. Soon Jason was recording his part on “This One’s For You” from Canada, lending his voice once again to Grace Graber’s story.
“I’m singing my story with the person who saved my life,” Grace reflects, her voice full of emotion. “The lyrics that Jason sings are just so perfect because verse 2 talks about how he’s got a long way to go. He had a whole life with Hawk Nelson, and now he has a whole other life with his family. I think it represents so perfectly how much I can still learn from him.”
In the same way that musicians like Jason Dunn have modeled a life of candor and faithfulness for Grace, the rising songwriter is now doing the same for her listeners. With every story of brokenness made while in her own life, Grace hopes to communicate the way that’s possible for everyone.
“These are all my thoughts, these are all my words, but it’s all just a representation of what God is able to do in anyone,” she concludes, reflecting on the divine personal touches God put all over the project.
“This is anointing that I cannot take credit for. It’s about what God wants to do for His people, specifically through mental health. I’m not doing music for me, to get on the radio, to get signed. I’m doing music to save lives.”
Conversations – Grace Graber
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With that heart held front and center, Grace has seen the right people come around her to support her vision— even as an independent artist. In addition to her co-writers, Grace worked with producer Blake Cross in Nashville to record the songs.
She’s working with Faith Artist Agency to book concerts and speaking events. And she is keeping the conversations going with a second season of her podcast on the NewReleaseToday network.
From Grace’s view, “Staying independent for this project and still seeing God move is a miracle in itself.”
“Emotionally, it’s been very healing,” she adds, looking at this new era of her music and ministry. “Eye-opening. It’s guiding me in what I know I need to say for the rest of my life. This has sparked a conversation that might never end.”
TRIBL Records in partnership with JamesTown Music announce the new album BELIEVE AGAIN, Volume II, from GRAMMY-nominated, multiple Stellar Award winner, Billboard Music Award-winning, and Top Gospel Artist, JJ Hairston.
Hairston returns to the top of Billboard’s Gospel charts after being named a Top Gospel Artist of the Decade, with his current single, “Reminder (feat. Deon Kipping).” JJ is reminding people how awesome God is with his new album BELIEVE AGAIN, Volume II, available today, Friday, March 31st.
BELIEVE AGAIN, Volume II is not your average Gospel album. JJ Hairston has again created a project combining intimate worship with powerful declarations. A fan favorite, “You Deserve It” brings the listener into a raw and unfiltered worship experience.
This song is relatable to every person who has found themselves telling God that all they have belongs to Him. In contrast, “Reminder (feat. Deon Kipping)” is a moment of witness and confirmation that if God did it Before, He will do it again.
“Close To You” is a pure and simple plea to God that all we need is to be close to Him. As a collective listening experience, BELIEVE AGAIN, Volume II is the heart’s cry of every Christian. Every track is reminiscent of a personal moment with God regardless of where the listener may be in their God relationship.
Whether just accepting Christ or continuing a long-term relationship, all Christians want the same thing – to believe in and experience the amazing life-changing power of God. BELIEVE AGAIN, Volume II features stand-out collaborations with Travis Greene, Deon Kipping, Adrienne Lewis-Freeman, Minon Sarten, Crystal Aiken, Brittany Wright, Zebulon Ellis and more. The first volume of the album, BELIEVE AGAIN, released Friday, September 30th, 2022.
BELIEVE AGAIN, Volume II is the first full-length project JJ Hairston has completed since being installed as the Senior Pastor of All Nations Worship Assembly DC. “Previously, my creative process evolved from the worship perspective.
Although I am still a worshiper, as a Pastor, I teach more. Now, each musical project starts with a thought or a scripture. I spend a great deal of time thinking about what I want people to get from each song,” shares Hairston.
“Faith is a choice, and we hope the album will inspire people to choose God,” shares JJ Hairston.
Currently, JJ Hairston is continuing his devotion to a greater purpose alongside his wife, Trina Hairston, having recently released a book “A Miracle Marriage” together, while also serving as Campus Pastors for All Nations Worship Assembly (ANWA) Washington, DC campus.
Today, multi-award-winning and platinum-selling artist UNITED releases the “OF DIRT AND GRACE: LIVE FROM THE LAND (EXPANDED EDITION)” album. In 2016, UNITED released “Of Dirt and Grace” (200 million global streams) – a collection of songs that were intentionally re-imagined within the fabric of the landscape where their inspiration, Jesus, walked and turned the world on its head. This Easter, UNITED adds new unreleased songs to the 2023 live project that is one of the group’s most unique to date.
Featuring breathtaking imagery and impacting visuals and audio, the 19-track compilation includes never-before-heard versions of “Grace to Grace,” “Man of Sorrows,” “Praise the Name,” and “No Other Name,” all of which were recorded live and on location in Israel – from Jerusalem up to Tiberius around the Sea of Galilee.
UNITED Drops ‘Of Dirt And Grace’ Expanded Edition Featuring Unreleased Versions Of Live Recordings
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“We were thinking about what we could bring to hopefully bless the church or to bless you during this Easter season and we were reminded that we did this project a few years ago that some people know about it, and a whole lot of people don’t know about it – but it’s my favorite thing that we ever did!,” says UNITED’s Joel Houston. “We went (to Israel) without a plan and just recorded a ton of songs.
The reason we sang them in those places at that time was that it was Easter and we were in the very places where the events that changed the world, changed our lives, and continue to change lives all around the world took place. At this moment in history, we’ve put together some of the songs that we have never released and we’re praying that they will be a blessing to you at a future moment in history.”
UNITED recently wrapped their multi-city co-headline Tomlin UNITED tour, performing for packed arenas in major markets around the nation. Heralded is one of the biggest Christian music tours of 2022 with 34 dates in total and a quarter million attendees.
The Tomlin UNITED Tour provided an intimate night of worship, where fans joined together to experience some of the biggest songs that have shaped modern faith today.
This May, the group will embark on its Europe “ARE WE THERE YET” TOUR MMXXIII visiting the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Croatia, Switzerland, Poland, and Hungary.
Sensational gospel music singer Dr. Ugonma is out with a new album titled Sounds Of Revival; an 11-track album that features world-renowned worship leader Sinach on the first track “We Bow To You”.
The album also has the creative input and amazing vocals of Peterson Okopi on the 8th track titled Transformation.
Sounds of Revival lives up to its name as the songs on the album are loaded with insights into the gospel and the fire of revival.
Nathaniel Bassey, Nigerian Gospel Music Minister offers highly anticipated album, “Hallelujah Live,” .
With guest performances from notable worship leaders and ministers like William McDowell, Sinach, Victoria Orenze, Ntokozo Mbamba, Mercy Chinwo, and more, this Lagos-recorded live album has 16 tracks and has been dubbed a “FEAST OF SPIRITUAL SONGS!” by Nathaniel.
Nathaniel Bassey has released three albums in a row within the span of three years, with “Hallelujah Live” after “The Names of God” (2022) and “Hallelujah Again” (2021).
The 148 minute compilation has a life-changing selection of praise-worship music that spark communion with the Holy Spirit and is preceded by the highly acclaimed lead single “TobeChuwku (Praise God).
Today, Gaither Music Group, Arista/Legacy Recordings, and The Estate of Whitney E. Houston release the long-awaited project I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston. The album features 15 tracks, including six never-before-released songs, showcasing Whitney’s deep love for gospel music, which profoundly influenced her life and career.
The documentary TV special, hosted by GRAMMY-winning gospel singer CeCe Winans and produced by Barry Jennings, explores the steadfast faith that accompanied Whitney to stardom, from her first-ever performance in front of an audience to her many breathtaking appearances performing gospel songs.
It features unforgettable performances at the NAACP Image Awards, the American Music Awards, and at Ebony’s 50th Anniversary TV special. I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston will air on multiple TV networks, premiering Friday, March 24, at 8 p.m. ET on both UPtv and AspireTV. The special will also be available on DVD.
The project showcases a voice that is unforgettable and enduring, transcending time and inspiring generations. With over 200 million records sold worldwide, Whitney remains one of the highest-selling artists in music history.
Whitney also holds the distinction of being the only artist to have achieved seven consecutive number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, cementing her position as one of the most accomplished recording artists ever. In addition, her performance on the soundtrack to the 1996 film The Preacher’s Wife elevated it to the best-selling gospel album of all time.
Paul Sizelove, President of Gaither Music Group, said: “Along with the Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music, we are thrilled to release I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston.
This album celebrates Whitney’s deep roots in gospel music and showcases her incredible talent and passion for the genre. We hope that listeners will be moved and inspired by Whitney’s powerful performances and the timeless messages of faith and hope in these songs.”
Whitney Houston’s Gospel Legacy Lives On With New Album & Documentary
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Pat Houston, Executor of the Estate of Whitney E. Houston, added: “Whitney Houston’s impact on the world of music is immeasurable, and her gospel roots were a significant part of her talent and legacy. We are thrilled to bring this project to her fans, old and new.
It not only celebrates Whitney’s love for gospel music but also pays tribute to her unwavering faith and the comfort she found in her spirituality. We can’t wait for audiences to experience this incredible tribute to Whitney’s life and career.”
Included in the album are electrifying renditions of beloved gospel classics like “Jesus Loves Me” and “His Eye Is on the Sparrow,” as well as breathtaking tracks like “He Can Use Me,” an astonishing live performance of “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “I Found a Wonderful Way,” and “Testimony” that are being released for the very first time as a part of this project.
These recordings offer us a glimpse into the profound faith that fueled the voice that has inspired and influenced countless individuals worldwide.
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