Andrew Ripp, soulful singer, songwriter, and GRAMMY nominee releases the official lyric video for his single titled “Fill My Cup.”
The adventure this song went on to eventually make it’s way on to my record is unlike any other song I’ve ever released. “Fill My Cup” was first written and recorded by my good friend Thad Cockrell who is one of my favorite artists of all time and also happens to be a great friend of mine. I got in my car one day and my ol’ pal bluetooth began magically playing a song that was on my phone without me thinking about it.. as soon as I heard “I’ve been walking to a city I cannot see” I knew I needed to explore the potential of making this a Ripp tune. Thankfully, when I brought it up over breakfast w/ Thad he was equally as jazzed about the idea as I was. The rest is history. -Andrew Ripp
Fresh from his fourth number one radio single to hit the BDS charts comes Earnest Pugh placing a new twist on an old favorite. The award winning singer, psalmist, author, teacher and worship leader has joy in his heart and praise on his lips as he wants the world to know that “God Did It.”
Earnest revels in the release of the song, “I can’t find anyone on this planet who doesn’t love the inimitable Momma Evelyn Turrentine Agee’s powerful declaration. The song became extraordinarily meaningful to me as I experienced a bout with Covid-19 last year. My body was attacked with a vengeance, but God gave me victory and I felt compelled to give sound as my response to God’s faithfulness, that sound was simply God Did It! I want this song to be a blessing to the body of believers everywhere that a Sovereign God will take care of you and even sustain within the midst of something that other people die from. I am ever grateful.”
“God Did It” is masterfully produced by Keith Williams and Rufus McGee, Jr., and features the rich ambiance of a New Orleans ensemble to usher in the praise and thanksgiving that ensues when this song is heard.
In a span of close to two decades Earnest Pugh has released 5 CDs via a Joint Venture Deal with EPM Music Group and Blacksmoke Music Worldwide: “Rain On Us” ; “Earnestly Yours”; “The E-Factor”; “Survive” ; “The Outpour Experience” along with several features on The Kerry Douglas Gospel Mix CDs. The Joint Venture Team also ascended to the Top of the Billboard Charts with Hits such as: “Rain On Us”; “I Need Your Glory”, “God Wants To Heal You” and most recently “Thank You So Much.” Pugh’s catalog has steamed over 5 Million over a course of 7 years.
Millennials and Gen Zs are terms used to describe the people of a certain time. The new generation, coming of age today, isn’t waiting for a tagline. They are emerging into a digital age, during a pandemic, and with World War III looming, redefining themselves.
Today’s generation has grown up with Uber/Lift, Airbnb, YouTube, Instagram, Tik Tok, Snapchat and more. Music, movies, and entertainment are available to them anytime and anywhere. They have always had food delivery, digital map directions, videos and music, and a cloud full of information always at their fingertips. They were raised talking into devices, accessing apps, posting pictures, videos, and music. Everything in this time is new! Even Hollywood is changing and the new Hollywood is about diversification!
Bringing something new and diverse to music is Reach Records artist WHATUPRG, whose name is synonymous with innovation and authenticity. His trademark combination of Latin rhythms, trap hip-hop, flawless lyricism, and captivating storytelling has enshrined him as an elite amongst his peers. When hip-hop artists express their faith, they’re often confined to the CHH genre. RG’s art is prolific, progressive, and challenges the culture in a way too eclectic way for any subgenre’s limitations. His new single, “KIDS,” the first from his forthcoming album, New Hollywood, is about setting new standards. He punches over 808 drums and haunting synths while chanting the album’s theme, “We don’t pretend more” and “kids don’t die we go up high.” In this case, high means higher to God, an exalted level.Releasing music at one of the wildest, unpredictable times in history, RG has been processing his coming of age while battling depression. Despite personal struggles, he is determined to create beautiful music that shifts the culture. His previous EP’s Pleasant Hill and the self-titled Raul have proven his capability to channel his personal experiences and journey through faith to offer something substantial to the zeitgeist. RG says of his forthcoming album, “If people want to call it CHH, then this album is the gospel, according to WHATUPRG. New Hollywood is a place where you don’t have to box yourself in. You can just be yourself. Being yourself is enough.”
Through his lyrics, listeners will find a creative powerhouse who is putting himself in the context of a new generation questioning the role Christianity must play in finding personal and world peace. To all who are weary and heavy burdened, welcome to New Hollywood! Click here to stream Kids
Christian Ilengi Igbenije known as Chrisnee is a Germany based Nigerian Christian singer from Abavo Central in Ika south local government area of Delta State (South-South) Nigeria.
Chrisnee’s Musical Journey began at an early age leading praise and worship music under the supervision of his elder sister with the Living Word Gospel Mission Choir. He anchored choir ministrations as well. Over the years Chrisnee has ministered with PFN Abavo, Ogbe-Obi Christian Association (OCA), the Redeemed Church of God Wisdom Chapel and a five man Acapella group called the Sons of David.
His latest single “Daalu” which means “Thank You”, is a song of thanksgiving to God. The singer explains the inspiration behind the song this way; An Important lesson to learn in this present life is Thanksgiving- Giving Thanks to God. For most persons, and that very much includes myself, Giving Thanks is not the first thing we remember, especially in the most unfortunate and difficult of circumstances. We tend to think of Thanksgiving as some religious festivals at worst and some thing to do when you’re having the best of days. However, the Bible teaches so clearly that:“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
Chrisnee who has also coordinated children and Adult choir as well as served as Musical Director and coordinator of Abavo Mass choir, in 2008 founded the New Creation Crew and in 2015 released his debut single WHO (Onye).
Chrisnee currently resides in Germany, where he ministers with Stadt Mission German Choir, and Coordinates the New Creation Concept: Voice of Reconciliation. Chrisnee is a Church and Gospel Concert keyboardist.
Fast-rising Nigerian gospel music artiste and songwriter Agbabiaka Emmanuel well known as Emmanuel Sings hit the gospel scenes with a brand new Praise single titled, “PARIWO” a Yoruba word which simply means to Shout..”
According to him, PARIWO is a song to inspire and encourage everyone to always give praise to God almighty, It’s a Song that preaches the end-time Message and also declares JESUS as the Son of God through which anyone can be Save. it also talks about what a Great and Wonderful Life we will enjoy when the Father Appears and plead that no one should miss it.
The FAITHFUL GOD coroner dishes out PARIWO from his forthcoming Album titled “Amazing God”. It is accompanied by a music video, directed by Easy yoke.
Today, Platinum selling artist Kristene DiMarco has announced her fourth studio album, The Field, will be released on April 8th. The 12 blues-rock inspired and pop-influenced songs reflect on her time spent focusing on her relationship with the Lord in the summer of 2020 and speaks to the most basic need as a follower of Christ: being with Him.
The Field invites listeners to dig deep and sit with God in the uncomfortable and in the mystery; it speaks to our most basic need: simply being with our Creator and learning who He is. This is Kristene’s first solo album since 2017’s Where His Light Was which reached No. 3 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart. The Fields is available April 8th and can be pre-saved HERE.
In addition to the album news, Kristene has released a new single, “Gravity.” The passionate track is an acknowledgment that the pain and discomfort we go through is understood by God and he is with us through all those moments, walking with us despite the gravity of every situation. Listen to “Gravity” HERE The Field Track List
Bethel Music releases the official performance video for “Without Caution,” which can be viewed below. The track was featured on DOVE Award winning husband and wife duo Jonathan and Melissa Helser’s The Land I’m Livin’ In album, which released earlier this year. “Without Caution” was written by Jonathan David Helser, Melissa Helser, Jenn Johnson, and Jono MacSorley.
Recorded over the course of three days in North Carolina, the deeply personal album was created on the land the Helser’s have spent the last two decades cultivating community and discipleship. The Land I’m Livin’ In is filled with the spontaneous, raw, and personal moments of adoration that have marked the Helser’s worship since the beginning.
Steven Malcolm releases the official visualizer for “Ain’t Playin” featuring Social Club Misfits. 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.
TRIBL releases the official music video for Maverick City Music’s “Nothing Left To Prove” featuring Naomi Raine & Israel Houghton. The track is featured on Maverick City Music’s Breathe EP, which dropped last month.
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. 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.
Abby Grimaldi shares new music with her single titled “Better Off.” “Better Off” is available now. She shares about the track:
One of the hardest questions Christians ask is why God so often doesn’t answer our prayers as desired. “Better Off” addresses this in catchy pop fashion. Sometimes God withholds something to give us something better. Other times we don’t get either of those things, but instead are “better Off” for the refinement & spiritual growth the “no” provides. This song gives hope by reminding us of this silver lining.
A young, but seasoned believer, genuine story teller, & natural light, Abby uses her platform as a musician, writer, & NHL wife to point followers to Jesus. Abby’s fan base is an engaged group of Christian teens, music-loving moms/grandmas, hockey- watching dads, & beyond; from various parts of USA, Canada, & Europe.
“Better Off” Credits: Writers: Abby Grimaldi, Tommy Iceland (TIM Publishing) Producer: Jonathan Jackson Mixing: Riley Friesen Mastering: Joshua Frerichs
