Creative Culture Co. shares new music through Integrity Music with their project titled Let Freedom Reign.
Creative Culture Co. was founded by Derek Winkley and is comprised of Tyron Zachary, Rachel “RAE” Franks and Jonathan Taylor, who are a group of artists and friends that love to worship God. Creative Culture Co. was created for the purpose of expressing creativity through connection. It’s through these intimate relationships that true innovation happens. As a collective team, their focus is on one goal, they have one heart and are working toward one vision. They are pushing the culture forward and striving to be a light!
Their passion is to continue to write, collaborate and release the sound of worship. Creative Culture Co. collaborative projects will feature artists from all types of genres, backgrounds and spheres of art — including poetry, visuals, dance, music, etc. They desire to share their heart with listeners and create a space for others to share their hearts as well.
As a collective, Creative Culture Co. strives to give each artist the best platform possible to be successful. They believe in empowering others to achieve the maximum level of potential. They seek to develop artists through each and every step of the process. All their artists are backed with full production, marketing and distribution through their exclusive deal with Integirty Music.
BEC Recording’s Honor & Glory, the worship project started by members of Disciple, releases new music with their full length self-titled album. They previewed the release with last month’s “Jesus We Love You.”
Honor & Glory is comprised primarily of Disciple members Kevin Young, Josiah Prince, Joey West, and Andrew Stanton, with additional support from Dane Allen of LOYALS and Marco Pera of Amongst the Giants. Despite the shared lineup, early outings have proved that Honor & Glory sets are distinct from Disciple’s shows. “The only way you can lead anybody to do anything is by you doing it first,” Kevin explains. “We’re not performing. I’m not trying to be the lead singer of a band. We’re just worshipping.”
LA-based worship leader and songwriter, Tommy Walker, is releasing a new album on March 18th – the third chapter of his Generation Hymns series. Generation Hymns 3 was recorded live in the studio at Bethesda Community Church.
All participating parties, including artists Eileen Walker, Linda McCrary-Fisher, Jerard and Jovaun Woods and The Bethesda Community Church Choir hope the album will bring generations upon generations to worship and connect with God together.
“The album is full of expressions of joy and celebration,” Walker said. “It’s arranged to remind listeners and worshipers of the power of the simple gospel.”
This is the third Generation Hymns project Walker is partnering with Prism Music, a company that creates music products for church music ministries, to provide choral resources. Walker would like to give a huge nod to Ray Jones at Prism Music for encouraging him to go forward with another project.
“The great thing about choirs is they give opportunities for more people in our local churches to be a part of what God is doing!” said Walker.
Generation Hymns 3 was produced by a culmination of ideas. The joyful atmosphere of laughter, creativity and worship gave way to beautiful arrangements and choruses.
From ages 8 to 108, this album will encourage listeners to enjoy singing while absorbing God’s promises and the foundations of the Christian faith. To listen to the album, please visit liinks.co/tommywalkerministries
Urban AfroGospel artiste, Munachi is finally out with his highly anticipated 10-track project tagged “Justified Mixtape 2”.
The “Off Dem” crooner initially released the deluxe version of the first instalment of the mixtape in January 2021 with tracks such as “My Helper”featuring El Gozzy, “Dum,” “Still Here” amongst others, he has now decided to raise the bar even higher by sharing the second instalment of the project.
“Justified Mixtape 2” boasts of 10 awesome tracks, each with its own unique vibe and strong message to follow making it a must have material for every believer. Munachi comes with his urban style and street slang without watering down the message of the Gospel.
Munachi also shares the lyrics video for “Nuru” off the mixtape featuring gifted act, Dazzling Blessing.
Watch Lyrics Video Below:
https://youtu.be/sxNBYUzzYQk
“Justified Mixtape 2” include hit singles like “Calvary” featuring Christian blogger, pastor and entrepreneur, Alex Amos, “Forever”, “Soldier For Christ” amongst others.
Munachi’s consistency can only be matched by his awesome lyrical range and love to win more souls for the Kingdom, so there is no doubt that the project is a power packed one.
US based Gospel music minister & instrumentalist Philip Olaomi has released a new collection of Traditional Folk Gospel music. He simply titled the body of work “Yoruba Worship Songs.”
Apparently rendered in the Yoruba language of Western Nigeria, it is a collection rich with native accompaniment. The songs come from a place of yieldedness and use utterances in the glorification of the great God.
It has a deep spiritual connection that is sure to get you dancing and pour out your heart to our God. “Yoruba Worship Songs” was recorded with some low frequency depths, which helps to balance emotions and elevate mood.
The collection which is the first volume is in five episodes. The tracks are between 14 and 22 minutes. Philip Olaomi has hinted about videos for each episode and the release date will be announced soon.
“I will encourage listening to this music with some good low frequency speakers.This “Yoruba Worship Songs” will envelop you with God’s love that never runs dry.” – Philip Olaomi
Philip Olaomi is an Indie Gospel music artist, classically trained singer, songwriter and instrumentalist with a strong passion to usher others into the presence of God, through intense worship and music. He has authored songs such as “By My Side,” “He Has Done It Again,” “You Are Great,” “Nations Give You Praise,” “Mama’s Song,” “Hallowed Be Your Name,” “When I Call,” “Rejoice Rejoice,” “Emmanuel Is Born” and many more. He also has the album “Grateful” to his credit and he is the convener of “Essence Worship.” A worship experience with Philip Olaomi is sure to envelope you with God’s Presence.
Better View, Part II from Switch is out now (courtesy of Sony Music/Provident’s Essential Worship). Leading up to its anticipated release, the group dropped singles “Covered” and “Letting Go” earlier this year accompanied by lyric videos.
“This project is special to me because, during the times when I felt the most doubt or had the biggest questions, I felt too ashamed to ask them,” said Luke Guevara from Switch. “My prayer is that these songs create a space for wrestling with doubt, acknowledging uncertainty, and embracing the journey of faith.”
Part II of the Better View project follows the fall 2021 release of Better View, Part I. This project brings a Top 40 sound with a 90’s influence, bridging the gap between pop music and Christian lyrics. As with Better View,Part I, the release and theme of Part II come from the group’s hope that as people listen to the songs, they will gain a better view of God and how much He loves them.
“We are passionate about creating songs that combine a modern sound with the truth of the Gospel, and we wrote this album for anyone who is struggling with questions about their faith, especially students and young adults,” shares Switch’s Cassidy Estevez. “This is the first generation that’s growing up with so much exposure to unfiltered hardships across the world and social media comparison as a part of everyday life. We wrote these songs to help them navigate these difficulties with a faith perspective.”
GRAMMY Award-winning Hillsong Worship shares new music with These Same Skies (Studio). This collection of songs was originally released as a live compilation in November 2021 and was met with critical acclaim. The album is inspired by the Gospel of Matthew and the setting of the historical Sermon on the Mount. “These Same Skies” highlights Hillsong Worship leaders Brooke Ligertwood, Reuben Morgan, Benjamin Hastings, Aodhan King, Chris Davenport and Mi-kaisha Rose.
“Whether in the northern or southern hemisphere, these same skies unite us, all of God’s children, as many as the stars in the sky, just as the Lord promised Abraham,” Hillsong Worship shares on social media. “It is under these same skies that Christ’s church, His body on earth, exists today. Though separated by oceans and borders the mandate of Hillsong Worship continues under these same skies. One in heart and spirit, unified in mission and cause—to glorify the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, to build His Church, and to serve His Church with the new song.”
These Same Skies (Studio) is available now to download or stream. The official audio for “Son of David” can be heard below as a preview of the new collection.
Gold-selling, Dove Award-winning pop recording artist and songwriter Jordan Feliz releases Say It (Deluxe) worldwide today (March 11) via Centricity Music. The 18-track deluxe version of Feliz’s acclaimed, third full-length album Say It features the celebratory radio hit “Jesus Is Coming Back” and its remix version featuring both GRAMMY Award-winning Mandisa and Motown Gospel/Capitol CMG artist Jonathan Traylor.
Hitting No. 7 and No. 4 on the Billboard NCA Monitored and AC Indicator charts respectively this week and continuing to climb, the multi-format radio single “Jesus Is Coming Back” points to the hope of Christians around the world, giving voice to those longing for a home other than ones built on earth.
“‘Jesus Is Coming Back’ is one of my favorite songs…and being able to have Jonathan Traylor and Mandisa sing on this has been massive,” shares Feliz on his Instagram, revealing that Mandisa is also his neighbor. “I’ve known Mandisa for four or five years…she’s just the sweetest human. And I’ve been a fan of Jonathan’s ever since hearing him sing. They are two incredible people and singers, and they brought so much to this song.”
With CCLI SongSelect, MultiTracks and PraiseCharts offering worship leaders resources for “Jesus Is Coming Back,” the song sets the tone for Say It (Deluxe) as the opening track. Co-produced by Jordan Mohilowski and Feliz’s longtime collaborator Colby Wedgeworth, the album combines pop, gospel and soul along with some of Feliz’s most transparent and personal lyrics to date.
The deluxe also features a never-before-released remix and two new songs, “Stained Glass” and “Best Thing,” as well as the No. 1 radio single “Glorify” and the Parade-premiered multi-format Top-10 track “Next To Me.” Like on the earlier album release, the deluxe version also includes a “Glorify” remix featuring seven-time GRAMMY winner and multi-Platinum selling artist TobyMac and Gotee Records artist Terrian, as well as a remix of the song featuring two-time Grammy-winning, multi-Platinum-selling hip hop recording artist Lecrae along with Reach Records’ Hulvey.
Taking his new hits and a bevy of fan favorites on tour, Feliz joins Matthew West for a dozen concerts beginning March 24 in Lubbock, TX before launching his own headline, Jesus Is Coming Back Tour April 21. His tour features Curb Records’ Dan Bremnes and newest labelmate Katy Nichole, who Feliz introduced to Centricity Music before they signed and released her online viral and debut radio hit “In Jesus Name (God of Possible).” Feliz’s tour schedule includes:
Multi-GRAMMY winning duo and Curb | Word Entertainment recording artist FOR KING + COUNTRY drops their new album WHAT ARE WE WAITING FOR? today, alongside their new music video for the track, “Broken Halos”. The duo is also gearing up for their 2022 U.S. 34-city tour which kicks off on March 31 in Southaven, MS and continues through May 22 in Franklin, Tennessee. Additionally, FOR KING + COUNTRY will offer fans a free online performance experience, What Are We Waiting For? | The Worldwide Special, filmed in the Mojave Desert in California, featuring new material from the album, airing on Monday, March 21 at 7:00 P.M. CT. The special event will be available on Facebook and YouTube.
FOR KING + COUNTRY will also be holding special in-store album signings at three different Mardel stores across the U.S.:
Friday, March 11 @ 4:00 P.M. – Mardel in Lynchburg, VA
Thursday, March 17 @ 11:00 A.M. – Mardel in Arlington, TX
Thursday, March 17 @ 6:00 P.M. – Mardel in Oklahoma City, OK
The video for “Broken Halos” was shot in Eagle Mountain, California, described as a “modern-day ghost town,” in which the duo fly through the depths of brokenness, while gravity tries to keep them stuck on the ground. Finally finding their wings, rocks, dirt and their mistakes falling past them, they launch into the beauty and majesty of the mountains, finding their strength as the song lyrics suggest.
WHAT ARE WE WAITING FOR?, FOR KING + COUNTRY’s fourth studio project, features the talents of brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, with 13 new original tracks that confront relevant issues and confirm the duo’s commitment to community, unity and family. Set against a sonic backdrop painted by the Platinum-selling group’s lush, vivid pop, the collection features cameos from Dante Bowe, Kirk Franklin and Tori Kelly, and includes barrier-breaking single “RELATE,” awe-inspiring “For God Is With Us” and unifying No. 1 hit “TOGETHER.” “What Are We Waiting For? – The Tour” will take FOR KING + COUNTRY to arenas across the United States, performing brand new songs from its upcoming album for the first time, against the backdrop of an all-new stage design.
“The last two years have been very unique for all of us,” says Luke. “It’s been a strange time. Going through struggle, you end up asking yourself some interesting questions like ‘What am I doing with my life?,’ ‘What do I want to be known for?,’ ‘What am I living for?’ I think the phrase, What Are We Waiting For?, encompasses the meaning behind this album.”
Joel Smallbone adds, “The last few years have taken us from wondering what was happening, to worrying. This album was a way to look at and write about — from a family perspective, from a spiritual perspective, and from a global perspective — this global suffering that we’ve all walked through. Our hope is that this title means something slightly different to each of us. This album is an opportunity for us, together, to get moving together again into what we believe is a very bright future.”
FOR KING + COUNTRY / 2022 Spring Tour Dates Include:
3/31/22 Southaven, MS Landers Center
4/1/22 Chicago, IL NOW Arena
4/2/22 Ypsilanti, MI EMU Convocation Center
4/3/22 Pittsburgh, PA Petersen Events Center
4/7/22 Salisbury, MD Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
4/8/22 Asheville, NC Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville
The debut project from River Valley AGES, Ages, drops today, and one powerful word describes the album’s theme – encouragement. The group created Ages to encourage young believers everywhere to feel like they are able to use their creativeness in a way that builds God’s Kingdom. Listen to the album HERE.
“We want to inspire people,” the group collectively states. “We hope people love the music and that it reaches people around the world. At the end of the day though, the heart behind AGES is to inspire other creatives to keep going. We want the story behind AGES, the music of AGES, and every moment we share to inspire people to follow whatever it is that they are feeling called to, in boldness and faith.”
River Valley AGES is based out of River Valley Church, an inspirational and vibrant church and also the home to River Valley Worship. The church is making a global impact with more than 10,000 weekly attendees at campuses spread across the greater Minneapolis, MN area as well as an international campus in Eswatini, Africa.During the process of creating their twelve-song debut, they were many intentions, such as to use their songs to reach those who do not have a relationship with Jesus, or, those who have negative perceptions of what a relationship with Jesus is. It is their hope to show that a relationship with Jesus is fun, freeing, full of life, and intentional.
River Valley AGES also desires to encourage its youth to tap into their own creativity. “We would love to see the creative culture at River Valley grow,” the group says. “We want to build the base of AGES so that every student on the worship team, serving in production, has dreams of creating to be a part of AGES. AGES is a band, but ultimately, we want it to be a space where people feel at home to use their creativity for Jesus.”
