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.
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 Wekreleases 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.
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.”
Martin Smith releases new music with an album titled Dancing in the Fire. One of the new track, “Until the End of Time,” can be heard below. Dancing in the Fire is available now to download or stream.
Martin Smith’s life and career have always been an open book. From the life-threatening road accident he was involved in his twenties, to super-stardom as the frontman of Delirious? the father of six has always talked candidly about his experiences. His journey has been a remarkable one and his music reflects not only his prowess as a musician and accomplished songwriter but also his unwavering faith and belief that together we can change the World.
Dynamic singer / songwriter Chris Renzema strikes a chord with music fans, packing out venues coast-to-coast while connecting lyrically and musically with three widely acclaimed studio albums. His latest and second Centricity Music album features three new recordings on the Get Out of the Way of Your Own Heart (Deluxe) version of the album available beginning today at digital and streaming outlets internationally.
The new songs, “Leave A Light On,” “Only The Good Die Young” and “Hard Drugs,” finish out this 15-song deluxe and continue Renzema’s track record for not providing painless resolution or black and white answers to gray areas, but emphasizing that we never have to wrestle with life’s hardest questions alone. Along with the new songs, this unique thematic mix is apparent in the title track, the opening song “Hope Or Nostalgia,” the Triple A radio single “Old Friend,” the fresh perspective “Just As Good (feat. Ellie Holcomb),” the unifying, Saint Teresa prayer inspired “No Body (feat. Matt Maher),” and “Stronger Love,” which was co-written by and features Leeland Mooring.
Taking his new music and fan favorites on the road, Renzema sold out 21 events on his fall 2021 headline club tour, and travels to larger, theater-sized venues on his “Hope or Nostalgia Spring Tour” that opens up with an already nearly sold out event Feb. 27 in Phoenix, AZ at the 1,800-seat The Van Buren. This 24-city tour then travels coast-to-coast across 17 states hitting major markets like Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Denver, Oklahoma City, Omaha, Birmingham and Charlotte before wrapping up with a sold out event April 22 in Bryan, TX.
While on tour, Renzema also revisits Chicago, Dallas / Fort Worth and Grand Rapids, MI, playing larger venues in these fall tour cities as demand for tickets there and across the country continues to grow exponentially. Video of last fall’s sold out Brooklyn Bowl concert in Nashville can be seen at this link while multiple photos and video clips from the fall tour are highlighted on Renzema’s Instagram.
Along with the concert, Renzema is also hosting question and answer sessions and playing songs acoustically in tour markets for fans who opt to purchase VIP passes. Joined on tour by special guest Antoine Bradford, all the current cities, dates, venues and ticket information is available now at http://chrisrenzema.com/.
Between now and the start of the tour, Renzema fans can experience the Hope Or Nostalgia Live EP available at digital and streaming outlets everywhere. His first live recording, the EP captures the participatory, sing-at-the-top-of-your-lungs experience heard on the fall tour and features Get Out of the Way of Your Own Heart favorites “Old Dreams,” “Stronger Love” and the LP’s title track.
Chris Renzema received more than 36 million audio streams of his independent project, I’ll Be The Branches, which was a personal, but less autobiographical, worship album. His follow-up sophomore album and Centricity Music debut Let The Ground Rest sparked more than 90 million streams and began to reveal more of his life story weaved into the songs. Receiving well-over one million Spotify track saves over the last year, a 2020 Pandora “Artist to Watch” nod and a GMA Dove Award nomination for “New Artist of the Year,” Get Out of the Way of Your Own Heart continues Renzema’s more personal trajectory. The album features lyrics that cut to the bone while singing about hope and echoing the universality of both pain and praise.
About Centricity Music:
Centricity is an independent Christian music company based in Franklin, TN. Founded in 2005 with a commitment to artist development and stylistic diversity, its artist roster includes Andrew Peterson, Apollo LTD, Brandon Heath, Chris Renzema, Coby James, Cross Point Music, Jason Gray, Jordan Feliz, Katy Nichole, Lauren Daigle, North Point Worship, Patrick Mayberry, PEABOD and Unspoken. Providing label and publishing services, Centricity is a family-owned organization, and they like it that way. The committed work of its staff and artists has yielded successes such as Grammy Awards, Billboard Awards, Dove Awards, K-Love Fan Awards, and multiple Gold and Platinum Albums and Singles. For more Information on Centricity Music, visit https://centricitymusic.com/.
Gospel artist Jabari Johnson is in what many would call his “winning season” after winning a Stellar Award, performing “Try Jesus” with Tobe Nwigwe at the BET Awards, and earning his first #1 record on the Billboard Gospel National Airplay Chart for “Fixed Fight.” Johnson’s new album ONE TOUCH will be available Today Friday, February 4th.
Jabari Johnson offers his newest album titled ONE TOUCH. The title track is an infectious and reflective song that recounts the well-known biblical story of the woman with an issue of blood. It cleverly tells the story and then draws the listener in to reflect on their own encounter with Jesus. Johnson’s powerful and gritty voice accompanied by his guitar deliver an ear-grabbing experience and will pierce the hearts and thoughts of those that hear “One Touch”.
In 2021, Jabari Johnson’s popular single of encouragement, “Fixed Fight” earned #1 status on the Billboard Gospel National Airplay Chart – making Johnson’s first #1 single. Jabari Johnson called on songstress Krystal Broussard to assist in delivering a powerful message to listeners and followers of Christ.
“I’m so glad this message is resonating with so many people. No matter who you are, I want you to tell everyone you know to stop stressing. The victory bill has already been signed! Victory was ours before this even started, it’s a fixed fight,” shares Jabari Johnson.
SEVEN album was born out of the sincere desire to connect with people by sharing stories and experiences that are true to me. Keeping it as relatable as possible, each song tells its own story.
From the constant warring of the flesh against the spirit in the song Enemy Lines, to the daily challenges faced by the girl child leading to the question, where is the Love?
The entire album is rich in sound and expression, it aims to engage the audience at a very intimate level by creating a balance. It addresses spiritual, emotional and physical concerns on Faith, Hope, Love, Abuse, Healing, Security, Friendship, Loyalty and Restoration.
I certainly poured my heart into the songs on this album and I hope you find the stories compelling, inspiring and edifying. This album captures the essence of my artistry and the beauty of my imperfections.
My name is GAMiE and this is my gift to you.
SEVEN album was produced by Ajo Segigo, mixed and mastered at Mustard Breed Studios.
All tracks written by GAMiE (Olumide Okesanjo) except Enemy Lines co written by Rotimi Awobiogbon.
