Category: music

[Music Video] Gbogbo Aye Mi – Temitope Oyewole

Nigeria-born International Indie gospel artiste based in the United State of America, Temitope Oyewole offers up a new official music video titled “Gbogbo Aye Mi.”  

The Yoruba [a language predominantly spoken in the western region of Nigeria] titled song simply translates to “All My Life” in the English language.

Temitope Oyewole’s enthusiasm to praise and give glory to God in all situations has been one of the major inspirations for the gospel music industry. She is unequivocally blessed and anointed with a unique and angelic voice filled with grace.

This song features in her most recent album tagged “Opemipo,” [means “My Praise is Enormous.”]

She released her first-ever album in August 2020 to set in motion the new dimension to her gospel music career as she has always wanted it to be. 

She is an award-winning artiste and leader also in the worship and youth ministry categories. One of the major awards she has received is the GSB Exceptional Service Award.

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[Music] Lovely Day (Cover of Bill Withers) – Semaje

Detroit, Michigan has a deep musical history. It spans from the1960s  Motown Sound and Bob Seger’s 1970s Old Time Rock & Roll to the 1980s Gospel of The Winans and Eminem’s Rap reign in the 2000s. Another great talent, SEMAJE, has now emerged to rep the city with his own brand of urban inspirational music. The twenty-something singer-songwriter has dropped his neo-soul rendition of Bill Withers’ 1977 gem, “Lovely Day” (Tyscot), and it’s now available on all major digital music platforms:     https://smarturl.it/tstyx8

SEMAJE hails from a musical family on his mother’s side and his love of music was further nurtured at the Rock of Ages Church of God in Christ (COGIC).  “My dad took me to church there,” he recalls. “I loved it. I was singing and into everything. The First Lady, Valerie Mitchell, really took time with me and she groomed me.”

As soon as SEMAJE graduated from high school, he sought to make his musical dreams reality. His go-get it personality prompted hm to print up some flyers and to begin booking himself for concerts. Soon, he found a manager in Alvin Ford who helped him release his first recording, “Winner,” in 2017. “I have some friends Attiya Henry, Diamond Henderson, and Dominique Ward who were my street team,” he recalls. “They were spending their own money just to help me.”

Back in 2018, SEMAJE heard about a music conference sponsored by super-producer Fred Jerkins (Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, Jennifer Lopez) and decided to go with hopes of furthering his career. “It cost $1,000 and people told me not to waste my money,” he recalls. “I went and learned a lot. I was on the plane going back home and got a text from Fred that he really liked my voice and he invited me to be on a song.” That track, “Reason to Praise,” peaked at No. 29 on Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart in 2020 and introduced him to a national audience.

“I’m an old head,” SEMAJE laughs in talking of his “Lovely Day” release. “I’d listen to Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire, Bill Withers. I believe we need some music that we can start the day with, and I wanted to put out an inspirational song to give us that morning push.” His mellow treatment  of “Lovely Day” serves as a showcase for his smooth falsetto and the way he handles Withers’ elongated closing note is akin to a flock of doves being released into the sky. He soars and sways into the heavens just like this track does. 

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[Music Video] You Are Good – Minister Afam || @ministerafam

Fast-rising Nigerian Gospel recording artist, cum multi-instrumentalist; Minister Afam, is here with a brand new single titled YOU ARE GOOD.

The song which was recorded live in Lagos Nigeria is an expression of the goodness of God. The songwriter mirrors the characteristics of God almighty which is the very reason we put our confidence in him.

In his words, “God is good and there are many reasons for me to say God is good. If you look around you, everything in creation is proof of God’s goodness”.

This song YOU ARE GOOD is the third single from Minister Afam’s forthcoming studio album and this is needed to cement and extend the massive impact of the two previously released singles, THE PLEDGE and YOU ARE YAHWEH.

The audio was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Roland Archy for TWC Records while the video was directed by Amachree Superstar for TWC Studios.

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[Music] Tumbero – Rita Adomolga Feat Obaapa Christy

Ghanaian Gospel musician, Rita Adomolga is out with a song, “Tumbero” translated to English as Bye bye to sin. 

The beautiful song properly crafted to suit your listening pleasure also features guest appearances of celebrated Ghanaian Gospel musician, Obaapa christy whose delivery in both Twi and English compliments  Rita’s Frafra; an indigenous language widely spoken in the Northern part of Ghana and other countries by extension.  

Tumbero is a call to action reinforcing the message of righteousness , hope and the need to stay in Christ without looking back. 

The song also comes with a colorful music video directed by Skyweb portraying the Ghanaian culture, destination and high sense of fashion.

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Rita Adomolga hails from Bolgatanga the Northern of Ghana and has so much passion for music. She has previously released “Ahene mu” and “Ayeyi nwom” a little over 6 years ago. 

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[Music Video] I Am Free – Funmi Dominic Olaoye || @funmidominic

The 2003 KORA Music Awards nominee, Funmi Dominic Olaoye has returned in style.

The Nigerian-Canadian singer released her new project, “I Am Free” with a visual on March 11, 2022, and it is staggering!

The well-tailored video embodies one of the best screenplays you would see in a music video this year and beyond.

Funmi Dominic, a charismatic vocalist and talented songwriter, graced the Nigerian and international television screen with her debut album “Ise Oluwa” in the early 2000s, an astounding debut that got her a nomination as the Most Promising Female in Africa at the 2003 International KORA Music Awards held in South Africa.

The song, “Ise Oluwa” and other suiting sounds like “Ife Eleduwa”, “Africa”, “Je Te Louerai”, “Smile” and “Ololufe” had warmed her into the heart of music lovers.

It is 2022 and Funmi has done it again with her new release, “I am Free!” Another bright piece, accompanied by a beautiful visual directed by Ed Ogum, produced by Thousand Year Films and the music produced by the renowned and multi-award winning song producer, Amb. Woli Oni.

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[Music] Nkwagala Nnyo – Dr Suudi || @iamdrsuudi

Ugandan Gospel singer, Dr Suudi got saved and accepted Jesus as his savior around 1998. Born Masudi Ngobe in 1986 to a Moslem father and Christian mother, Dr Suudi as he is fondly referred to by friends and fans, worked as a radio presenter with one of the biggest radio stations in Uganda, Super FM where he was also pursuing his music career producing songs like Chipolopolo that was a big song in the gospel fraternity in East Africa. 

His latest single “Nkwagala Nnyo” is a song that expresses Dr Suudi’s love for God. According to him, “It basically comes as a result of what I went through as person and my family during the first Covid 19 wave. At some point  me and the entire family was down with the Corona virus.

With poor health service delivery, very expensive covid treatment and ending up in Intensive care on Life support had me believing only in God for a second changed which HE granted me. Reflecting on all the hardships, struggles and wonders God did for me and my people, we came up With song Nkwagala Nnyo explaining our gratitude in the Almighty”. 

Dr Suudi is a certified voice over artist. CEO at wave records, a professional radio host, producer of credible commercial ads, emcee, husband, entrepreneur and father.

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[Music Video] In Jesus Name (God Of Possible) – Katy Nichole

Singer/songwriter, and new Centricity Music signee, Katy Nichole created her now viral song “In Jesus Name (God of Possible)” from words in her prayer journal that were written in the midst of a global health crisis and in response to her own story of suffering, hope and healing.

The 21-year-old has reached well over 150 million people with the chorus to her debut single and the song climbed to the second highest position on the iTunes’ overall Top Songs chart while remaining No. 1 on the iTunes Christian & Gospel chart following its release. After an organic add on K-LOVE, Air1 Radio Network and numerous other outlets nationally added the song to rotation, making it the Most Added single at Christian AC radio in February.

In a recent TCB Exclusive, Katy opened up about how witnessing healing in her own life inspired this impactful track. She also reacted to the enormous listener response to the song and how God used a seemingly ordinary TikTok to bring about a spirit of praise and prayer.

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[Music] Ain’t Playin – Steven Malcolm Feat Social Club Misfits

Steven Malcolm connects with Billboard-charting Christian rap duo Social Club Misfits on the brash bop “Ain’t Playin”. Produced by Grammy-Award winners BoogzDaBeast, FNZ, and Dayme, the track is featured on Steven’s forthcoming album Tree dropping on April 15.

Malcolm says, “There’s a saying in Jamaica, “playtime done.” This lyrical sparring session isn’t a joke. The trio delivers world-class flows that reaffirm their prowess as emcees. “The rap game is a competitive sport,” adds Malcolm. With the help of Christian hip-hop dynamic duo Social Club Misfits, Malcolm is bound to claim his crown.

“Ain’t Playin” is an inch closer to the release of Tree, Steven’s highly anticipated new album. Today’s release was added to Spotify’s New Music Friday Christian playlist HERE, Apple Christian’s Elevate playlist HERE, and Best New Songs chart. Currently, Steven is headlining the Invasion Tour HERE with Miles Minnick, Datin, and Kurtis Hoppie.

On Malcolm’s upcoming album, all 16-tracks explore Malcolm’s spiritual depth and versatility as a hip-hop artist. From the international smash “Fuego (R3HAB Remix)” HERE featuring dancehall icon Shaggy (5 million combined Spotify streams) to the Dove Award-nominated anthem “Glory On Me” featuring Childish Major & Taylor Hill HERE, Malcolm mixes the spirituality of Sunday morning with the energy of Saturday night. Tree is an eclectic depiction of Malcolm’s past, present, and future with features from multiple award-winning artists such as Snoop Dogg, Shaggy, and KB.

“Ain’t Playin” follows the Sango-produced track “Respect” HERE and “Accelerate” HERE that landed on Spotify’s “The Flow” playlist. Recently, NRT celebrated Malcolm’s “themed messages” and “rapid-fire” rhyme schemes. “Ain’t Playin” is out now via IVAV, a division of Curb | Word Entertainment.

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[Music Video] Grace Upon Grace – Life.Church Worship

 Life.Church Worship released their latest single, “Grace Upon Grace.” It’s the title track from the group’s upcoming album slated to release on April 22. Written as a prayer of thanksgiving, this powerful and upbeat song gives praise to God for His mercy and faithfulness.

“At its core, this is a song of celebration. We could never earn or deserve God’s grace and this song is our joyful response of gratitude,” said Stephen Cole of Life.Church Worship. “It’s become an anthem for our church and we believe God will use it to show people who He is and draw them closer to Him.”

Also available today is a live performance video for the new song, which can be viewed below. “Grace Upon Grace” is available on all streaming platforms. Click here to listen.

Life.Church Worship is a collective of worship pastors from Life.Church, a multi-site church meeting at 39 physical locations in twelve states and globally at Life.Church Online. As an extension of the church’s mission to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ, Life.Church Worship is passionate about creating music that inspires listeners to pursue a relationship with Jesus.

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[Music] Shackles (Praise You) – Coby James

Accomplished, TigerBeat-featured new artist and 20-year-old singer, songwriter and guitarist Coby James releases “Shackles (Praise You)” to radio and digital / streaming outlets everywhere today from Centricity Music. The song features Motown Gospel / Capitol CMG’s Evvie McKinney and pays tribute to Mary Mary as a new version of their career-launching debut single released at the turn of the century.

With John Mayer, Justin Bieber, Shawn Mendes and other influences apparent in his music, James infuses his popular music stylings with soul, urban gospel vibes on “Shackles (Praise You).” This song showcases his rare talent alongside McKinney, winner of the inaugural season of the TV singing competition The Four: Battle for Stardom on FOX

“‘Shackles (Praise You)’ is such a killer song, and I am excited to introduce it to my generation! Most of us weren’t even born when the original came out,” chuckles James. “Even cooler that I get to sing a Mary Mary song with Evvie during ‘Women’s History Month.’ I’m hoping that music fans think our cover is a worthy tribute to the original.”

“We value fun a lot. And we also aim to develop new artists for the future of the format,” adds Kris Love, Centricity Music’s Senior Director Of National Promotion. “What better way to increase the joy on the radio than with two great young artists and a fantastically fresh take on a familiar classic and joyful song from 20 years ago!”

Playing “Shackles (Praise You)” live during the recent NewReleaseToday.com “We Love Christian Music Awards,” where he was nominated for New Artist / Group of the Year, James’ new single becomes his second release to AC radio following last year’s Billboard Top 10 Hot AC/CHR hit “Brand New.” “Brand New” not only received significant airplay across the nation, but became James’ first K-LOVE Radio Network-premiered concept video. James has also notched a Billboard No. 1 song as a contributing writer on Courtnie Ramirez’s track, “Who We Are, ” and co-wrote his own Top 5 hit “Born Ready.”

In addition to the singles, James has released two acclaimed, self-produced EPs, Mixtape, Side A, which unveiled a set of pop jams, and Mixtape, Side B that shines a spotlight on his acoustic sensibilities rooted in his masterful guitar skills and penchant for storytelling.

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