Toledo, OH – Christian rap artist iNTELLECT has followed up his concept project ‘Ephesians’ with a new remix EP. The original project was created as a soundtrack to a sermon series packed with deep, theological records inspired by the apostle Paul’s words to the Ephesians. The Ohio emcee quickly discovered it was one of the most important endeavors he had undertaken in his musical journey.

Now, iNTELLECT has partnered with Iamlenflow, the producer on the original ‘Ephesians’ EP, to create Ephesians Remixes.

Ephesians Remixes is a four-song revisiting of the records “Chosen”, “Grace On My Mind”, “It’s Worth It”, and “Be the Light” that includes features from Mitch Darrell and Minister Squad. “With the remixes, we wanted to take what we thought of as the best songs and give them a more edgy vibe,” explains iNTELLECT. “These remixes take the original songs to a whole new level.”

The new EP drops on February 18, 2022 across digital music retailers, including Spotify.

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About iNTELLECT

With a distinct flow, iNTELLECT has used his gift to spread the message of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ to areas throughout the Midwest. Drawing his inspiration from the Gospel and life experience, iNTELLECT combines biblically sound doctrine with hip hop beats.

Music and the Message have always been a passion for iNTELLECT. “I’ve always loved hip hop music; the beats, the lyrics, the whole nine. But at the end of the day, if it’s not God-inspired, it’s powerless.” And recognizing the call to share his faith, iNTELLECT continues to use his talents and gifts to reach a lost generation.

Maverick City Música’s surprises are unstoppable! Today, Maverick City Musica, releases the new album Venga Tu Reino Deluxe. The remarkable growth on digital platforms and the rising positioning on radio stations were the result of all the support from their listeners. Thanks to this, they decided to create a deluxe version of their original album, “Venga Tu Reino”.

In 2021, the collective shared various worship experiences with their fans and industry colleagues. Among them, two albums with special guests, live recordings and multiple writing camps.

“For us, it was a project that brought us closer to the arms of our Father and to the presence of Jesus,” shares Nate Diaz. “There were so many moments that could not be included, because the album was already too long, but after much prayer and conversation, we are very excited to share this new edition in which you can listen to every moment of that night that impacted us.”

As part of the celebration of this important release, Maverick City Música is preparing for the first concert of its next tour, which will take place at El Coliseo on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. For more information visit: https://ticketera.com/maverickcitymusica.

“You have been sharing your enthusiasm and confirming your tickets with us, and we are very excited to worship with all of you LIVE, in Puerto Rico!,” the group shared on their Instagram account.

he 14-track project presents 3 new versions of their hits “Me Rindo,” “Emmanuel,” and “Aleluya,” which were later recorded in Union City, New Jersey. In addition, the contemporary phenomenon adds its own adaptations of the songs “Como Dijiste” by Christine D’Clario, and “Tumbas a Jardines” by Elevation Worship.

Maverick City Música revealed recently on its social media that one of the surprises in this edition is the participation in Spanish of Brandon Lake in the track of “Tumbas a Jardines.”

Without a doubt, the Maverick City Música movement has paved the way and become an influential music reference for the dreams and ministries of countless songwriters, musicians, worship leaders, praise teams and churches around the world. The heart behind what they do is focused on creating new spaces, where the entire Spanish-speaking community can be welcome.

Gospel Jazz Music is a burgeoning genre consisting of the improvisational and African American influences of the sacred, Gospel music, and secular, Jazz. Melvin Smith is a master at both. A consummate saxman, his talent has placed him on stages with artists such as Kirk Whalum, Jonathan Butler, Oleta Adams, Norman Connors, Fred Hammond, BeBe Winans, Israel Houghton and Byron Cage. A skilled musician, who was a performer at the famed Montreux Jazz Festival – at the age of thirteen, Melvin is a graduate of Berklee College of Music and the City of New York – Queens College. Now he is taking his education and experience and pouring it into his first Gospel Jazz project, Blessed. Available now on digital media outlets everywhere, Blessed is a collage of Gospel music favorites.

A five-song EP, Blessed, features the Fred Hammond hit, “We’re Blessed.” A long-time fan of the urban praise and worship icon, Smith’s remake is a unique take on the church classic. Pulling from the musical influences of Washington, DC, he infused Go-Go into the song, providing the listener with an African-inspired praise experience. “We’re Blessed” holds a special place in the musician’s heart. “This song has reverberated in my soul from the first time I heard it in 1998,” Melvin said. “’We’re Blessed’ is a song I live by, and it’s a song that inspires me to this day.”

Smith features other well-known Gospel tunes on the record as well, including Lamar Campbell’s “More Than Anything”, Mary Mary’s “Walking” and Vashawn Mitchell’s “Nobody Greater”. Flowing from one familiar cut to another, Smith’s saxophone tells a story with each song on the newly released EP. His tone, interpretation and execution make listening to Blessed a memorable musical experience. As a matter of fact, Edward Blanco of EJazz News calls Smith “one of the finest reed man in the jazz business today.” Bill Milkowski of Jazz Times calls Melvin “a proficient saxophonist with a knack for writing catchy tunes.” John Barron at AllAboutJazz.com says, “Melvin Smith is equally adept in both genres [Gospel and Jazz]. Smith is able to successfully blur the lines between the tradition of the spiritual and the inventiveness of jazz; demonstrating the obvious connections missing from the sounds of so many contemporary improvisers.”

It’s no surprise that Melvin is known as a virtuoso on the saxophone. He started playing as a youth. An expert with wind instruments, the Jacksonville, FL, native took to the instrument after learning the clarinet and the flute. He was encouraged to play by his parents, who were also Gospel music lovers. Growing up in church, he used his musical gifts there, singing, playing instruments and performing in church plays. Later, he completed his education at Berklee and CUNY and spent 20 years in New York, honing his craft, performing regularly and recording several jazz projects. A former member of the musical staff of the renowned Christian Cultural Center in New York, Melvin Smith currently teaches music to middle and high school students in Jacksonville.

DOVE Award winning husband and wife duo Jonathan and Melissa Helser have released the second part of their latest album The Land I’m Livin’ In – Days One & Two (Live). 

The second installment of this work adds four new songs to the previously released album and highlights the second of three days spent recording on the Helser’s land in North Carolina. The Land I’m Livin’ In is an authentic expression of what God has been doing in a community in the over twenty years the Helser’s have spent cultivating their discipleship. Listen to The Land I’m Livin’ In – Days One & Two (Live) on iTunes and Apple Music.

“We have been so blown away at the response we have gotten from Day 1 of The Land I’m Livin’ In release,” shares Jonathan Helser. “We can’t wait for everyone to hear this next installment of songs that are coming in Day 2. The track we are the most excited about is “I Can’t Get Away.” We had our dear friend Naomi Raine join us on this track and this song is truly a joy bomb!”

DOVE Award-winning Gospel singer/songwriter Lynda Randle releases her new recording Pilgrim Journey – a gripping, gospel album that showcases emotion-filled vocals and rich, honest lyrics. Released by Gaither Music Group, the album features guest vocals by Kimberly Schlapman, of Little Big Town, and Tommy Sims with stirring production by two-time GRAMMY nominated and 13-time DOVE Award-winning singer-songwriter Cindy Morgan.

Pilgrim Journey is an uplifting, spiritual voyage that invites listeners to navigate their inherent yearning for hope and inspires perseverance as they anticipate the eternal promise of freedom. The recording highlights Randle’s signature Gospel stylings while capturing an epic, soulful side of her that is reminiscent of artists who have inspired her, including Mavis Staples, Nina Simone, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Blind Boys of Alabama and more.

“Pilgrim Journey is such a special project to me because it is a bridge between my roots and my present–a musical coming home of sorts,” stated Randle. “It is an album of lament, healing, forgiveness, love…a journey to unity; and bringing people together is my passion. Getting to work and produce with my musical ‘she-ro’ Cindy Morgan and the amazing musicians and talent she brought to the project were more than a dream come true!”

On February 12, 2022, Pilgrim Journey will be aired as part of a special television offer surrounding Randle’s project Homecoming Favorites and Songs of Inspiration on PBS, Circle TV, TBN, RFD-TV, GaitherTV, TCT, Heartland and CTN. The special will also be aired in Canada on Vision TV, CTS, The Miracle Channel and Hope TV.

To stream or purchase Pilgrim Journey, visit: https://gaithermusic.lnk.to/PilgrimJourney_LyndaRandle.

GRAMMY Award-winning Hillsong Worship shares new music with three different versions of the popular track “That’s The Power.” The live, studio, and acoustic versions are all available now. You can hear the acoustic version streaming below.

“‘That’s The Power’, is a celebratory declaration that reminds us that even in uncertainty, we can rest assured that He’s the same God now as He’s always been,” Hillsong Worship shares on social media.

With more than 7 million YouTube subscribers and 2.8 billion YouTube channel views, as well as an 8 million+ social media audience, Hillsong Worship continues its global legacy to reach nations and generations by writing and leading songs that influence both individual devotion and congregational worship for the glory of God. Their catalogue of songs are sung by an estimated 50 million people worldwide each week.

To date, the group has garnered 7 billion career streams and over 20 million career album sales. In 2018, Hillsong Worship earned its first-ever GRAMMY for Best Contemporary Christian Music Song/Performance with “What A Beautiful Name” and has won nine GMA Dove Awards. While the GRAMMY® Award winning “What A Beautiful Name” topped the Christian Airplay charts for nine consecutive weeks and reached RIAA Platinum certification (900 million global streams), a host of others such as, “Who You Say I Am,” “King of Kings,” “Cornerstone,” “Mighty To Save” and “This I Believe (The Creed)” continue to inspire, encourage and minister to millions of people around the globe.

Maverick City Music celebrates Black History Month 2022 with the release of the Breathe EP. 

The celebratory EP features the signature vocals of beloved Maverick City Music artist Joe L Barnes, Maryanne J. George, Naomi Raine, Chandler Moore and Dante Bowe backed by the Mav City Gospel Choir.

The Breathe EP features live and studio versions of standout songs lifted from 2021’s Jubilee: Juneteenth album, including “Breathe,” “Joy of the Lord,” and “Make it Right,” plus three all-new original recordings. Israel Houghton, Jonathan McReynolds, Ahjah Walls, DOE and Todd Dulaney.

The Breathe EP serves as a reminder to all who listen to take a moment to breathe and celebrate life and the legacy of black gospel music.

After three well-received singles showcasing his amazing talent, unique vocal dexterity, and heart of worship, Nigerian-born Malaysian-based Christian music minister Thonian Wek releases his debut album “Jesus My Pedigree.”

The body of work comes after weeks of anticipation and a beautiful rollout by the Christian recording artist and his team.

The body of work which consists of eight beautiful songs is a listener’s delight and really shines the light on the Thonian Wek’s appetite for worship.

The album opens with Take Your Place the reggae-fusion single which was released prior to the album’s release. The tune is a dedication to God’s plan and a decision to surrender to his plans and purpose.

Another previously track was released prior to the album and also one of the standout tracks, Thank You is a beautiful song.

Reigning King is a slow tempo worship tune which a tinge of reggae and Thonian Wek’s unique delivery style which is becoming evident by this third track. Reigning King is a beautiful smooth song.

Nara Ekele is a Regga-Afropop fusion. A mid-tempo groovy tune and Thonian Wek give a very beautiful delivery along with the background vocals.

The album’s title track is the fifth song on the album and from the first few moments of the song, one can tell it is another stand-out track. This song is beautiful on many levels.

On Hail Him, Thonian Wek expands his range and delivers a beautiful contemporary Christian tune. Another album stand out and has a very beautiful tune.

On the seventh song Grace For Gift, Thonian Week brings us home with this highlife tune, and yes it is another album standout tracks. The song is beautiful and soothing at the same time. The song makes you want to worship and groove at the same time.

The album’s curtains drop with All I Want, the album’s last single before it dropped. The laid-back worship tune is different shades of beautiful.

Thonian Wek delivers a solid project which a veteran would be proud of and for a debut, it is most commendable. Jesus My Pedigree is assured to be a great listen and puts Thonian Wek on a list of artists to look forward for from this point.

Gospel artist ONOS ARIYO popularly called ONOS has released her long-awaited album tagged NEW DIMENSION on Friday the 28th day of January 2022 across the various music stores including iTunes and Boomplay. The album which contains a total of 14 were all recorded live apart from No Void and Faithful God.  

The album has been anticipated and a listening party was held on Saturday the 22nd of January 2022 to create awareness of the now-released album. The listening party which was held at the Business Innovation Center, admiralty way Lekki, thrilled attendees with numerous musical renditions and comedy meanwhile the party was graced by several dignitaries ranging from musicians to comedians and well-meaning musical icons in the music industry such as Sammie Okposo, Ada, Ushbebe, Idcabasa, Beekay, Precious and many more.

The album is described as spirit-lifting and life-changing and it is available for download in various music stores.

Watch The Excerpts Of The Listening Party;

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Canadian indie band Allswell releases new music with their album titled BE. The full length album is available now to download or stream.

The group shares about the release:

LISTENING NOTE: We designed the album to be listened to in its entirety, so take 40 minutes, find a good pair of headphones or sit in front of a good set of speakers, and soak in the 11 song listening experience.

The band is composed of husband/wife Drew and Danielle McTaggart, who also perform as the mainstream pop duo Dear Rouge, and Drew’s brother, Scott McTaggart, a Vancouver-based pastor. The trio began recording together as a creative spiritual outlet and an opportunity to share their faith, taking the name Allswell to reflect the style and intent of the music.

“Allswell became a title for the type of music we’re creating,” Drew explains. “In a world of rush and hurry, division and hate, our hope is that this music provides a space for the recovery of peace.”