Luminary Gospel Music Veteran Kirk Franklin today released Long Live Love (Fo Yo Soul / RCA), his much anticipated new album. LONG LIVE LOVE is Franklin’s thirteenth studio album and his first since his penultimate Grammy winning album Losing My Religion (2015).
Showcasing Franklin’s signature sound, the album’s lead single “Love Theory” has held the #1 spot on Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs chart for 17 weeks straight. Also a crossover hit, the infectious ode to God is currently #4 on the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart. Recently, Franklin introduced a new single from LONG LIVE LOVE entitled “OK” and premiered its accompanying music video. “Love Theory” and “OK” are among the album’s ten beautifully crafted tracks that are sure to uplift the listeners’ spirits.
To help celebrate the release of Long Live Love, Franklin is hosting listening events at churches across the country in cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Augusta, and Nashville. Additionally, he will kick off the 26-city Long Live Love Tour on July 11th in Austin, TX. And he will return as host of the ninth season of the music competition show Sunday Best when it premieres on BET on June 30th.
With over 26 years in music and countless awards and accolades under his belt, Franklin is just as excited about Long Live Love as he was about his very first project. He says, “Every album is my first album, the butterflies have never left”.
Capitol CMG ‘s Hip – HOP Trailblazer Nathan John Feuerstein popularly known as NF once again builds momentum on his 5th Studio album with a scintillating single dubbed “The Search”.
NF is no stranger to piquing fans and music enthusiasts and my, He has never failed to deliver (especially in the past couple of years). The award winning Rap-Man has always had the penchant for pushing himself and raising the bar for himself by himself as we saw in his RIAA Platinum Certified album “PERCEPTION”.
Hey Nate, how’s life? I don’t know, it’s alright I’ve been dealin’ with some things like every human being And really didn’t sleep much last night (Last night) I’m sorry, that’s fine I just think I need a little me time I just think I need a little free time Little break from the shows and the bus rides, yeah (Bus rides) Last year I had a breakdown Thoughts tellin’ me I’m lost, gettin’ too loud Had to see a therapist and I found out Somethin’ funny’s going on up in my house Yeah, started thinkin’ maybe I should move out You know, pack my car, take a new route Clean up my yard, get the noose out Hang up my heart, let it air out (Air out) I’ve been searchin’ What does that mean, Nate? I’ve been learning Grabbin’ my keepsakes, leavin’ my burdens Well, I brought a few with me, I’m not perfect Lookin’ at the view like this concerns me Pickin’ up the cues, right? I’m quite nervous Hate it when I lose sight, life gets blurry And things might hurt me It’s prolly gonna be a long journey, but hey! (But hey!) It’s worth it though Cold world out there, kids, grab your coats Been a minute, I know, now I’m back to roam Lookin’ for the antidote to crack the code Pretty vivid; I admit it, I’m in classic mode Don’t need pity given to me but I can’t condone Talkin’ down to me, I’ma have to crack your nose For crackin’ jokes I’m lookin’ for the map to hope, you seen it? (You seen it?) Been makin’ a whole lot of changes Wrote a song about that, you should play it I get scared when I walk on these stages I look at the crowd and see so many faces, yeah That’s when I start to get anxious That’s when my thoughts can be dangerous That’s when I put on my makeup and drown in self-hatred Forget what I’m saying, and Where’d the beat go? Oh, ain’t that somethin’? Drums came in, you ain’t see that comin’ Hands on my head, can’t tell me nothin’ Got a taste of the fame, and it pumped my stomach Throw it back up like I don’t want it Wipe my face, clean up my vomit OCD, tryna push my buttons I said don’t touch it, now y’all done it I can be critical, never typical Intricate with every syllable, I’m a criminal Intimate, but never political, pretty visual Even if you hate it, I’ll make it feel like you’re in it though You call me what you wanna, but never call me forgettable Leave you deep in thought, I could never swim in the kiddie pool Way that I been thinkin’ this cinematic is beautiful Man, I don’t know if I’m makin’ movies or music videos (Videos, videos) Yeah, the sales can rise Doesn’t mean much though when your health declines See, we’ve all got somethin’ that we trapped inside That we try to suffocate, you know, hopin’ it dies Try to hold it underwater but it always survives Then it comes up out of nowhere like an evil surprise Then it hovers over you to tell you millions of lies You don’t relate to that? Must not be as crazy as I am The point I’m makin’ is the mind is a powerful place And what you feed it can affect you in a powerful way It’s pretty cool, right? Yeah, but it’s not always safe Just hang with me, this’ll only take a moment, okay? Just think about it for a second, if you look at your face Every day when you get up and think you’ll never be great You’ll never be great—not because you’re not, but the hate Will always find a way to cut you up and murder your faith (Woo!) I am developin’, take a look at the benefits Nothin’ to meddle with, I can never be delicate Am I even relevant? That depends how you measure it Take a measurement, then bag it up and give me the evidence It’s pretty evident; dependable can never be tentative I’m a gentleman, depending on if I think you’re genuine Pretty elegant but not afraid to tell you to get a grip Proper etiquette, I keep it to myself when I celebrate, ah! It’s that time again Better grab your balloons and invite your friends Seatbelts back on, yeah, strap ’em in Look at me, everybody, I’m smilin’ big On a road right now that I can’t predict Tell me “Tone that down,” but I can’t resist Y’all know that sound, better raise your fists The search begins, I’m back, so enjoy the trip, huh (Huh, huh)
Contemporary Christian Music CCM Husband-wife duo Love & The Outcome inspire us with fresh single You Got This. It’s a song about faith and knowing that the Lord has us covered in all circumstances.
Proverbs 3:5-6 states, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Psalm 119:105 states, “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
When we don’t know the way, we should trust that God does; He has us. In other words, in a modern slang vernacular, we can trust God and say, “You got this”!
[Verse 1] Have you ever had one of those days When nothing really goes your way Then you see it wasn’t meant to You get a new view, yeah, yeah Everybody has sleepless nights Lost in the worry, will I work out alright? Feels like I’m going crazy Stressed out praying, yeah, yeah
[Pre-Chorus 1] I know it’s not a lot, know it’s not a lot I give You all I got, give You all I got I know it’s true, I can count on You
[Chorus] I don’t know the way But You got this Give me the faith That You got this Even today You got this I know that I know that I know that You got this
[Verse 2] Caught up in the same mistakes You catch my fall when I fall on my face Learning slowly, God You show me, yeah, yeah
[Pre-Chorus 2] There’s a better way, there’s a better way I give You everything, give You everything I know it’s true, I can count on You
[Chorus 2] I don’t know the way But You got this Give me the faith That You got this Even today You got this I know that I know that I know that You got this Yeah, You got this Give me the faith That You got this Even today You got this I know that I know that I know that You got this
[Bridge] Breathe in, breathe out Feels good to shout it out, shout it out Breathe in, breathe out Feels good to shout it out, shout it out
[Chorus 2] I don’t know the way But You got this Give me the faith That You got this Even today You got this I know that I know that I know that You got this Yeah, You got this Give me the faith That You got this Even today You got this I know that I know that I know that You got this
[Outro] I know that I know that I know that You got this I know that I know that I know that You got this
Celebrating his birthday today 29th May, Lord Louis shares this his amazing song “Sweet Sweet Love” initially released few years ago. The evergreen self-produced is a song that expresses the Love of Christ towards man.
“I’m so glad to share this song you who haven’t listened to it yet, This is a song That has been a Blessing to me in particular and nations at large. This song will bring healing, Hope and Revolution to Lives by the Grace of God” – Lord Louis
Lord Louis is also a renowned music producer (Lord Louis productions) based in the city of Kaduna.
Loveworld nation’s phenom artist Festizie makes the rounds with his groovy single dubbed HALLELUJAH.
Festizie’s new track ‘Hallelujah’ is a tune emerging from a place of deep fellowship. Have you ever contemplated the greatness of God and burst into dancing? Have you ever meditated on his awesomeness and made melodies in your heart?
‘Hallelujah’ is a deep expression of gratitude to God for His greatness, His Majesty and Splendor. The song encapsulates God’s unfathomable love for us, A perfect blend of afro pop and at the same time tones you into worship while dancing.
As you listen, it will not only illicit your praise, it will also cause you to dance like David, in honor of God’s greatness!
VERSE 1: Your favour waits within the future My dreams are small compared to Yours Why should I worry about tomorrow when I know That all I gotta do is trust You Lord
CHORUS: Every little thing is gonna be alright Every little thing is gonna be just fine Whether I can see it now I know You will work it out for good Every little thing Everything will be alright
VERSE 2: Behind the scenes and in the details You plan the perfect way for me Why would I dwell upon the road’s uncertainties When all I gotta do is look to You
RAP: Hey God I know You don’t need no one to advise You You probably do a better job runnin’ the world than I do I just thought I’d remind You I been tryin’ to find You It feel like Satan workin’ overtime times two They say if it doesn’t kill that it refines you But I’m tryin’ to live and that’s bigger than survival It’s been a long night It’s been a long fight So just remind me now Everything will be alright
Worshipculture Crew is a team of music ministers managed by TWC Media and also the host of a yearly worship gathering tagged ATMOSPHERE OF WORSHIP.
Sly Etuk, leader of the group shared “Your Glory is a song that was birthed in the place of worship and was recorded during TWC annual worship concert, Atmosphere Of Worship 2017. It is a song that brings down the presence of the Lord and stir up the atmosphere.
American CCM headliner Jeremy Camp returns with a brand new single “Dead Man Walking,” accompanied with a scintillating music video.
“Colossians 2:13-14 speaks of our lives before Christ as being ‘dead.’ There was a time I felt emotionally and spiritually dead, but then God changed me radically, That is why I’m excited to share ‘Dead Man Walking’ – because it’s a song of thankfulness that even though I was once a ‘dead man walking’ I’m now a man ‘walking with God.’”
– Jeremy Camp
With 40 #1 singles over his storied career, “Dead Man Walking” is a refreshing first-look into Camp’s next album, due later this year, and is marked by some of his most vulnerable and transparent music to date.
Famed Multi-gifted record artist Mike Abdul delivers an Alujo Mix to his single “Toh Marvelous” featuring acclaimed Gospel minister, Tope Alabi.
“A resounding request for the redo of a record is a resplendent recognition of respectability… In short, when a song is good, you got vibes to do it again” said Mike Abdul
‘Toh Marvelous’ is a blend of beautiful melody sung in the Yoruba dialect simply delineating the marvelous works of God and His goodness!
