Today (Apr 17), three-time GRAMMY nominated worship leader Phil Wickham shares the Encinitas Sessions video for “Sunday Is Coming • Hometown.” This is from his upcoming project ‘I Believe – Hometown Version,’ which is a completely reimagined and re-recorded version of his chart-topping ‘I Believe’ record from his hometown of Encinitas, CA.
Wickham says of his upcoming project, “This project is chill, and vibey and truly unlike anything I’ve released before. Think, sipping coffee by the beach while the sunset goes down vibes.”
Phil Wickham “Sunday Is Coming • Hometown (Encinitas Sessions)” Video
Nigerian-Born UK Gospel Music Minister, Dayo Bello has released his long anticipated “Rock Praise Medley”. Known as one of the youngest and vibrant lead worshippers of our generation, Dayo Bello God’s Gift is a Lead Worshipper, Recording Artist, Singer and Song-Writer.
This 26-minute rock-themed praise and worship medley is an amazing, intense, and incredibly energising sound. It is a blend of great Nigerian music from the past and present. According to Dayo, he was motivated by his upbringing because he grew up singing some of these songs.
“I’m sure a lot of people can relate to songs like “Praise the Lord oh sing oh sing oh Praise the Lord.” These traditional Nigerian songs were blended with some of my own unique compositions, including Onyeoma, Jesus You Are Beautiful, and Great I Am. Watching and listening to this will transform the way you spend your morning devotion”, Dayo said.
Dayo Bello God’s Gift has been privileged to minister at the renown festival of life and NXGN (1 of the largest Christian Youth gathering in the Uk) leading thousands in Praise and adoration of the King of kings. He has also been privileged to minister alongside Alvin Slaughter, Jesse Dixon, Muyiwa Riversong , Tosin Bee, Adeyinka Alaseyori, Beejaysax and many more.
Dayo Bello God’s Gift has written songs such as COVENANT in his first ever recording project and launched his debut album in 2009 titled “Fruit From My Lips” with hit track “Chimle Ogo Zirin Ma Gozi”, “Jesus you’re all I want” , “Onyeoma” and the well talked about “Gbemisoke” that featured Sammie Okposo.
Dayo Bello is a multilingual singer, who often minister in Twi Ghana , Shona South Africa and menu more languages reflecting in his latest released project “ Ó ń rin pèlúu wa” which he sand in 5 different languages.
Several souls have been blessed by Dayo Bello God’s Gift’’s TV Ministry called “Fruit From My Lips” on sky Faith TV. Dayo Bello is very passionate about Jesus and spreading the praise of God across the land as a full time minister of Gospel.
Dayo says in his own words “I am created to worship and adore Him. It is my mandate in life to spread His praise across the nations”
Bunmi Sunkanmi, a distinguished Worship and Praise leader is thrilled to announce the release of her latest single, “Tehilah Medley” featuring the talented Nkechi.
This soul-stirring medley of songs of praise is a testament to the triumphant power of God over life’s storms, drawing inspiration from Psalm 149:3-9.
Tehilah Medley is a heartfelt expression of gratitude and thanksgiving to God for leading believers out of the wilderness and bondage into the promised land of victory. Through captivating melodies and powerful lyrics, Bunmi Sunkanmi and Nkechi deliver a musical journey that uplifts the spirit and celebrates the faithfulness of God.
Speaking about the release of her latest single, Bunmi shares: “Tehilah medley are songs of praise to God for giving us victory over every storm of life. It is our expression of how thankful and grateful we are to him for bringing us out of the wilderness and out of slavery, to the promised land”.
Bunmi Sunkanmi is a Nigerian-born Gospel music minister currently based in the United States. She has earned acclaim for her captivating ministrations and soul-stirring compositions with three successful albums to her credit, she continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her devotion to spread the message of hope, faith, and love through music.
Curb Records recording artist Meredith Andrews tunes her heart to the sound of eternity on new live project, Heaven’s Frequency, out today (3/22). Additionally, Andrews premieres the live performance video for the title-cut.
Recorded in her hometown of Nashville at HopeUC, the original live set showcases the genuine anointing and bold authority Andrews harnesses as she leads a room full of worshipers to the throne of God.
From regal declarations like “The Lamb, The Lion, The King” to abiding affirmations of His faithfulness like “Always Do,” Heaven’s Frequency boasts authentic moments of spontaneous praise, passionate pleas for breakthrough and notable collaborations with Patrick Mayberry and Cecily.
The 10-song album was produced by the Dove Award-winning artist’s husband, Jacob Sooter (Brandon Lake, Passion).
Meredith Andrews Tunes Her Heart To The Sound Of Eternity On ‘Heaven’s Frequency’
In support of the fresh collection, Andrews filmed exclusive content for CCLI SongSelect and MultiTracks.com, where worship leaders interested in leading her songs at their local church can also find additional resources. Moreover, she’s recently appeared on popular worship leader podcast
“The Table,” as well as “The Story Chorus Podcast” with Jordan Loftis and the “Worship Circle” podcast, while serving as a worship leader coach for Worship Circle for seven years.
Andrews will bring fresh originals and signature songs from her rich catalog to cities across the U.S. throughout the year. The sought-after worship leader, mentor and teacher has a full tour itinerary planned for 2024 that includes women’s events, worship conferences and her own nights of worship.
Rising bi-lingual CCM artist Iveth Luna shares “Right On Time.” Not only is it an incredible song with captivating visuals, but the message behind it is so much deeper. Iveth, who has been outspoken about her journey in waiting on God’s timing, wants her song to remind listeners to trust in His perfect plan because God is always ‘right on time.’
GRAMMY® Award-winning group Elevation Worship tops the charts again with their hit song “Praise.” This week, the song hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs.
“Praise” has had unmatched success since the original version featuring Brandon Lake, Chris Brown, and Chandler Moore was released on the group’s 2023 album, CAN YOU IMAGINE?. The song is tracking more than 5.3 million global weekly streams and tops the Christian/Gospel On-Demand Streaming chart.
Recently, Elevation Worship released the Praise EP featuring five different versions of “Praise.” At radio, the song is currently in the Top 20 on the Christian Airplay chart and Top 25 on the Christian AC chart.
Elevation Worship’s Chris Brown told Billboard, “It is such an honor to be No. 1 again. We’re blown away by what God has done with ‘Praise,’ and we’re thankful for everyone who has streamed, tuned in and shared the song. We hope it is a great reminder of all the reasons to praise God not just for what He’s done, but for who He is.”
Elevation Worship also announced their Praise Party Summer Tour last week, a brand new tour with eight outdoor shows including New York City’s Central Park. Tickets will be available to the general public this Friday, March 15th.
This tour follows Elevation Nights’ sold-out run, which became one of the largest Christian tours in history, averaging more than 11,600 tickets sold each night. For more information on tour dates and tickets, visit ElevationWorship.com.
Call on Heaven, the new live album from Passion Music, has debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Top Christian & Gospel Albums chart this week. This project was also a Top 10 Debut Album in the US on Spotify while amassing more than 3.8M streams in the first week.
The new album features 14 live recordings captured at Passion 2024 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with a sold-out attendance of more than 55,000 18-25-year-olds.
Sharing from the new album, Passion was recently featured on GRAMMY’s Positive Vibes Only series with an exclusive performance of “He Who Is To Come. Watch the moving acoustic performance. Passion will also perform live in the studio on Fox & Friends this Sunday, March 17th as part of their “Faith & Friends” series. Tune in during the 9 am Eastern hour to watch their performance.
Passion’s New Album Hits No. 2 On Billboard Chart; Fox & Friends Performance This Sunday
For more than two decades, the Passion movement has gathered students and leaders from across the nation and world to begin the new year with a singular purpose of glorifying God and uniting in worship, prayer, and spiritual awakening. This year’s conference had a unique and special atmosphere reflected on the new live-recorded album, Call on Heaven.
The project features the live version of “He Who Is To Come,” as well as the new song, “The Lord Will Provide,” and the stirring moment of worship captured with “Agnus Dei,” which has been viewed more than three million times since the Passion Conference.
GRAMMY nominated and Stellar Award-winning, Jekalyn Carr, earns her eighth #1 single as a writer and producer with “Live Again” as performed by Kelontae Gavin. “Live Again” earns #1 status on the Billboard National Gospel Airplay Chart and Mediabase Gospel Airplay chart. “Live Again” is lifted from Kelontae Gavin’s current album, TESTIFY.
The album, JEKALYN, is preceded by the Billboard Gospel National Airplay #1 single, “I Believe God,” and is available now wherever music is sold and streamed.
JEKALYN, marks Carr’s first-full release in four years and features outstanding collaborations with Tauren Wells, Kierra Sheard, Papa San, Tim Bowman Jr., Kirk Franklin, Pastor Mike Jr., Mike Teezy, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Blanca and Elevation Rhythm. JEKALYN contains Carr’s seventh Billboard Gospel National Airplay #1 single, “I Believe God.” The brand new single, “You Carried Me” by Jekalyn Carr is impacting radio now.
Jekalyn Carr Earns Eighth #1 Single With “Live Again” Performed By Kelontae Gavin
Jekalyn Carr recently received recognition from the city of South Fulton on behalf of Mayor Khalid Kamau, naming February 27th, “Jekalyn Carr Appreciation Day.” Currently, she can be seen on the One Hallelujah Tour, alongside Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Israel Houghton, Erica Campbell and Jonathan McReynolds.
Jekalyn Carr can also be heard during the midday on Radio One’s Atlanta affiliate Praise 102.5 as the host of her radio show “Jekalyn Carr Family Affair Show” which airs Monday-Friday 10am-3pm EST.
Gotee Records’ powerhouse vocalist Terrian continues to make waves since her full-length debut album, Give It Time, released earlier this year. This week she is featured on the Recording Academy’s Positive Vibes Only series with an exclusive acoustic performance of her song “He Sees You.”
Terrian will also make her national television debut on Fox & Friends on March 30th in the studio. She will perform as part of Fox & Friends special series “Faith & Friends.” Since the release of her album, Terrian’s current radio single “Honestly, We Just Need Jesus” is already charting in the Top 20 on all five radio charts just four weeks after the official add date.
Next week, she will wrap up the “TobyMac Hits Deep Tour” with TobyMac and the Diverse City band featuring other artists Cory Asbury, Mac Powell, Tasha Layton and Gotee Records label-mate Jon Reddick.
Sugarcane Jane’s “On a Mission” LP, released under Admiral Bean Records, encapsulates the essence of Americana with its rich acoustic textures and heartfelt storytelling. The album kicks off with “Try to Make it Look Like Me,” a track that immediately sets a tone of authenticity and introspection, characterized by intricate guitar work and earnest vocals.
This opener leads seamlessly into “Love Moved Her Along” and the title track “On a Mission,” both of which showcase the duo’s knack for crafting melodies that are both catchy and emotionally resonant.
“The Candle” and “Burn” further exemplify Sugarcane Jane’s ability to blend traditional folk elements with a modern sensibility, offering lyrics that speak to universal themes of love, loss, and redemption. The instrumentation throughout these tracks is thoughtfully arranged, creating a sound that is both full and intimate.
Album Review: Sugarcane Jane “On a Mission”
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“Fly on the Wall” and “Put it in Your Pocket” lighten the mood with their upbeat rhythms and playful lyrics, demonstrating the duo’s versatility and adeptness at engaging listeners with a variety of moods and messages. “Through the Day” and “We Live” return to a more reflective tone, with the latter standing out as a poignant anthem of perseverance and hope.
“Spirit Push” and “Last Day” close the album on a high note, with the former offering an uplifting message of inner strength and the latter providing a contemplative conclusion to the journey. “Last Day,” the shortest track on the album, leaves a lasting impression with its simplicity and depth, encapsulating the album’s overarching themes of reflection and resilience.
“On a Mission” is a masterfully crafted LP, produced by Anthony Crawford, that showcases Sugarcane Jane’s talent for storytelling and their deep understanding of the musical traditions they draw from. The album is a testament to the duo’s commitment to their craft, offering listeners a rich tapestry of sounds and stories that are both timeless and timely.
Whether through the driving rhythms of its more energetic tracks or the gentle melodies of its ballads, “On a Mission” invites listeners to embark on a journey that is both personal and universal, cementing Sugarcane Jane’s place in the landscape of contemporary Americana music.
