On April 22, 2023, Jeff & Sheri Easter received the Key to the City of Mount Airy, NC from Mayor Jon Cawley during the Inaugural Easter Brothers Hometown Festival held at the Andy Griffith Playhouse.

The award was presented to the legendary duo in recognition of their contribution to the music industry and their unwavering support for their hometown of Mount Airy.

The Easter Brothers, a renowned family gospel group, have their roots deeply embedded in Mount Airy.

During the presentation, Mayor Jon Cawley stated, “Mount Airy, NC has been the home place to our share of famous entertainers such as Andy Griffith, Donna Fargo, and of course, the Easter Brothers. Jeff Easter has never forgotten his hometown and Jeff & Sheri Easter have continually sung the praises of Mount Airy, NC as they traveled the world. It was my honor to present Jeff and Sheri Easter a Key to the City as two of Mount Airy’s finest ambassadors.”

The Easter Brothers Hometown Festival celebrated the legacy of The Easter Brothers and featured live performances from various artists, food trucks, and activities for families.

Jeff Easter was thrilled to be a part of the festival and shared his excitement about the recognition. “Sheri and I were so honored to host the first annual Easter Brothers Hometown Festival! I’m so proud of my dad and his two brothers and the legacy they left. I’m so grateful for Mayor Jon Cawley. To be given the key to the city of my hometown, Mount Airy, North Carolina is a great honor, I am truly overwhelmed!”

The Key to the City is an honor given to distinguished individuals in recognition of their contribution to society or their hometown. Jeff & Sheri Easter were thrilled to receive this prestigious award, and they plan to continue to be ambassadors for Mount Airy, NC, and spread their love for gospel music to audiences worldwide.

Evan Craft, one of the most successful crossover artists in Latin music history and premium LIVE event and On Demand platform HITKOR, today announced an all-new, global live streaming special “En Vivo!” The Latin contemporary worship singer and songwriter is a Dove Award-winning artist and Christian radio sensation with more than 1.6 billion career streams and six million social media followers.

Craft will showcase his impressive songwriting and vocal skills on the HITKOR stage May 5 beginning at 7:00 p.m. (PDT); all-access to red carpet festivities begins at 6:00 p.m. Presented by HITKOR’s charitable arm, HITKOR Kares, “En Vivo!” will be broadcast to more than 30 countries with proceeds benefiting Hope the Mission (formerly Hope of the Valley), one of the nation’s largest charity organizations based in Los Angeles that is working to prevent, reduce and eliminate poverty, hunger and homelessness.

LIVE tickets are $14.99 and All-Access passes are $19.99, however for this special engagement, FrontRow advanced ticket discounts are $9.99 and $14.99, respectively and are available until the day before the show (use code “EVAN” at checkout and purchase only at HITKOR.com).

“I’m committed to making a difference in a hurting world and using HITKOR’s premium live streaming platform, we can maximize our reach to fans around the world and in turn increase our contributions to a good cause,” says Craft, who records his musical projects in English and Spanish. “My fans can look forward to a one-of-a-kind evening featuring an all-star band and some very special guests. Plus, you’re helping me raise money for a very timely and important cause,” he says.

“Evan’s passion and authenticity coupled with his exceptional songwriting and singing have catapulted him to the top of the charts and we are ecstatic to welcome him into the HITKOR family,” says Russ Miller, CEO of HITKOR. “Evan also shares in our passion to raise awareness around good causes and with HITKOR Kares, we’re excited to team up with Evan for this important cause.”

“Evan Craft is not only a gifted singer, musician and songwriter whose music inspires millions around the world, he is also a true servant leader with a heart of sincere compassion for those most marginalized in our community,” says Ken Craft, CEO of Hope the Mission. “For the past four years, Evan has donated his time and talent to host a Christian Concert called Mi Casa, now Hope the Concert, where 100% of the proceeds have gone to Hope the Mission.  Because of his generous efforts, we have been able to open new shelters and provide life giving services to those in need in Los Angeles.”

Craft’s singles “Be Alright” and “Desesperado” have seen huge success hitting #1 and #14 on Christian radio, respectively; “Be Alright” was nominated for song of the year at the 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards. The latest radio single “Fight On My Knees” entered the Top 25 on the Billboard AC chart with new adds weekly. Craft provided direct support for the Glory Nights Tour featuring KB in fall 2022. Craft has a number of collaborations under his belt including KB (“Be Alright Remix”), Christine D’Clario (“Healer”), Pat Barrett (“Same Spirit”), Miel San Marcos (“Looks Like Heaven”) and Ke’Erron (“Fix My Eyes” / “You Keep Hope Alive”).

Iyabo Idowu Olamiposi, an upcoming gospel musician, has released a highly anticipated single titled “Agbara Jesu,” which features prolific music minister, Kay Wonder.

Agbara Jesu is a song about Jesus’ power and strength that is sure to affect listeners’ hearts and souls. It also represents Iyabo’s vocal abilities and spiritual connection to her faith in a powerful and inspiring way.

Iyabo Idowu’s music has always been a source of inspiration and encouragement, from her debut single, Emi Mimo (Holy Spirit), to Abanise, Gbigbe Ga, Alasepe, Oba Nla, Jenrogo Lo, and others, this latest release is no exception.

As a great composer and songwriter with a distinct voice and excellent lyrics, Agbara Jesu’ melodious sound will definitely uplift you. 

Stream & Download Below

Agbara Jesu – Iyabo Idowu

Lyrics: Agbara Jesu By Iyabo Idowu Ft. Kay Wonder

Ooh oh
Eyah ne ya ya ah

Agbara jesu wa sibe
Agbara jesu wa laaye
Agbara toun gbani
Lowo alagbara ton nini lara
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n kepe eh eh
Agbara toun gbani
Lowo alagbara toun nini lara
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Lebra nunane yadah
Lebra nunee

Agbaara ah

Agbara jesu wa sibe
Agbara jesu wa laaye
Agbara toun gbani
Lowo alagbara ton nini lara
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Ese o gbanigbani

Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n kepe
Agbara toun gbani
Lowo alagbara toun nini lara
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Jesu ni gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya
Oran mo nise fayati atofarati bi oke
Ato gboju le olufokantan olugbala araye
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya
Je e su ni gbanigbani toun gbani
Lojo ogun le eh
Oran mo nise fayati atofarati bi i oke
Agbara toun gbani lowo alagbara
Toun gbaso lara eni
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Ese ese eh eh

Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n kepe
Agbara toun gbani
Lowo alagbara toun nini lara
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Agbara tope lasaru jade ninu iboji
Oku ojo kerin to di alaye logan
Agbara to pin okun niya
O sise imole fawon omo isreali
Ati okunkun fawon omo ogun farao
Loganjo oru eh
Owo agbara to soro lara ogiri
Eyin ni owo airi ton sise riri
To si ilekun irin inu tubu fun peteru
Kaabokasa
Agbara to kolu sioni ati oku oba basani
Agbara toun fowo agbara gbagbara lowo Alagbara tin fagbara nini laara

Ese o gbanigbani mi

Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n kepe
Agbara toun gbani
Lowo alagbara toun nini lara
Ese gbanigbani ti gbogbo aye n saya

Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh

Agbara to ju agbara lo
Agbara to ju agbara lo

Ema nuna ne e eyah

Agbara to ju agbara lo
Agbara to ju agbara lo

Levren gede doza

Oruko to ju oruko lo
Oruko to ju oruko lo

Ayaya namana noza

Oruko to ju oruko lo
Oruko to ju oruko lo

Ipa to bori ipa o
Ipa to bori ipa o

Matasa ni yadah

Agbara olorun ga o
Agbara re ga ju aye lo

Okun ri o osa jodani rio opada sehin
Awon oke nla n fo bi agbo

Agbara re gaju aye lo

Keke fo bi odo aguntan
Tani iwo oke niwaju serubabeli

Agbara re ga ju aye lo

Wariri iwo ile niwaju
Agbara olorun mi

Agbara re ga ju aye lo

Owonu ketekete balamu
Ofohun bi eniyan jade

Agbara re ga ju aye lo
Agbara to ju agbara lo
Jeesu
Atuni lara bi yinyin ati iri
Gbedugbedu awosanmo ape fohun
Ape dahun ape sohun gbogbo oo
Enito da gbogbo awon orun
Ninu awon orun
Oruko tenikankan ole daduro
Oruko toju gbogbo oruko lo
Oruko ti gbogbo oba aye n wari fun
Oruko ti gbogbo awon agbara aye
Nwari fun
Agbagba merinlelogun orun
Won fi ade won wole
Niwaju oruko to ju gbogbo oruko lo
Oruko ton ja ide oruko ton tu ide
Oruko apefohun apedahun
Olorun ayeeraya
Agbara ninu agbara awosanmo
Agbara ninu awon Agbara osumare
Agbara ninu awon Agbara gbogbo aye o
Jesu loruko re jesu loruko re
Eniti okun ati osa ri tosa
Ina toju gbogbo Ina
Ina ti gbogbo aye n wari fun
Kabiesi ooooo
Agbara re ga ju aye lo
Thank you jesus

Nigerian gospel music minister, Faith Sani returns with her sophomore single alongside a video titled “Gba Igba Ope Mi.”

The Yoruba [a language widely spoken in the southwestern region of Nigeria] titled song which simply means “Accept My Sacrifice of Praise” in English translation is a song of Gratitude to God.

This is a song of thanksgiving to God for the wondrous works of his hands, and his supernatural acts beyond human understanding.

Minister Faith who is filled with gratitude says, “I am thanking God for how He demonstrates his love, his limitless power, his divine presence, his divine protection and his divine purpose in my life. God so full of wonders that he revealed himself through Jesus Christ to overcome the power of sin and death and redeemed me from hell.”

“God is indeed worthy of my thanksgiving.” – she concludes.

The song is now available in all digital stores worldwide.

Watch Video & Download Audio Below;

Gba Igba Ope Mi – Faith Sani

Aghogho sets the tone for the month with a brand new video for Ogigiri (Unstoppable) featuring Dj Ernesty. 

The song is off her sophomore album “Than Before “ released in February 2023. 

Ogigiri has been topping charts with massive rotation across radio stations in Nigeria and abroad. 

In Ogigiri Aghogho maintained her stay in the industry as a force to reckon with. 

In the spirit of the new month, Ogigiri is reaffirming that you are unstoppable, keep the fire burning while grooving to the catchy beats and prophetic lyrics.

Ogigiri – Aghogho Feat. Dj Ernesty

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On April 28, 2023, Canadian singer-songwriter Cory M. Coons released his latest single “Another Lonely Heart.” The new single is part of his retrospective album “Across The Great Divide,” which showcases the best of Coons’ roots rock-style music from the past decade.

“Another Lonely Heart” is a powerful and moving song that speaks to the division of people, based upon their beliefs and dogmatic practices.

Another Lonely Heart – Cory M. Coons

“Another Lonely Heart” is just the latest example of Cory M. Coons’ exceptional talent and passion for making music that connects with people on a deep emotional level. Fans of roots rock and singer-songwriter music are sure to be moved by Coons’ new single and the rest of the tracks on this album.

ABOUT CORY M. COONS: 

Cory M. Coons is a professional independent performer, musician and award-winning songwriter from Eastern Ontario, Canada, just south of Ottawa. With over 30 years of experience in music, traveling and performing in popular cover bands through the 90’s in both Ontario and the United States in high-energy acts such as “Heads Or Tales”, as well as the band “U.S”, (which toured the South Eastern US in 98′). Then later formed his own Classic-Melodic Rock band “Tycoons”, releasing two independent recordings and performing throughout Eastern Ontario, Northern NY State, and Quebec in the 2000’s.

Cory has amassed more than 300,000 plays on Spotify for his melodic brand of roots-flavored rock. His work with legendary record producer Ron Nevison, has earned him industry recognition from the Los Angeles Music Awards, the Producer’s Choice Honors, The Josie Music Awards, International Singer-Songwriter Association and the Radio Music Awards, among others. With a catalog that boasts several critically-acclaimed full length albums and EPs, as well as a handful of well-received singles since 2004′.

In recent years he released the album “The Long Road Home” in 2018, produced by Multi-Platinum Veteran Music Producer Ron Nevison, (Heart, Bad Company, Damn Yankees, Survivor, Styx, Night Ranger). The album was nominated in 2019 for “Male Album Of The Year” at the “Josie Music Awards”, and he as well had 4 nominations at the 2020 JMA’s, 3 more in 2021, and was nominated at the 2022 JMA event again in two categories, “E.p of the Year”, & “Single of the Year” (Americana) for his song Freedom Road. Cory also earned a nomination at the 2021 “International Singer Songwriter Association” (ISSA) Awards in 2021 for “International Male Vocalist of the Year.” http://www.corymcoons.com

The highly anticipated release of Jeremy Parsons‘ newest music video for his latest single “Humanity” is set to go live this Friday, April 28th. The captivating visual experience features an animated depiction of this talented country/americana singer-songwriter’s heartfelt lyrics, managing to both engage and resonate with viewers in a truly unique way.

Directed by Nick Van Dyk, the “Humanity” music video manages to capture the essence of the song’s message; a powerful call for unity and understanding in a world that seems more divided than ever before. Parsons’ smooth and soulful vocals are perfectly complemented by the artful animation, creating a moving and immersive experience that’s sure to stick with viewers long after the final notes have faded away.

“Humanity” recently reached #12 on the UK iTunes Country Songs chart.

Born and raised in San Antonio, TX, Jeremy Parsons has long been a staple of the country music scene, bringing his unique blend of authenticity, heart, and soul to audiences around the world. “Humanity” is just the latest example of his ability to craft music that speaks to the human experience, combining powerful storytelling with catchy hooks and memorable melodies.

With the release of this stunning new music video, Parsons is redefining what it means to be a country/americana artist in the modern era, proving that the power of music to bring people together is stronger than ever before. Don’t miss your chance to experience the “Humanity” music video in all its animated glory – set your calendars for Friday, April 28th and get ready to be moved.

ABOUT JEREMY PARSONS:

San Antonio’s Jeremy Parsons’ 2017 album release, “Things I Need To Say” propelled the prolific singer-songwriter onto the national and international stage. With introspective songs like “Burn This House Down” and “After All These Years” and innovative, award-winning music videos like “Why Is the Bluebird Blue” and “Making Things Up as I Go,” Parsons put himself on the radar as one of roots music’s brightest new artists.

2021’s “Things To Come” continued Parsons’ string of success. The album was recognized as one of Blues and Roots Radio’s Best of the Year. Singles like the title song, as well as “Tragedy,” “Something Other Than You Are” and “Good Ole Days,” hit the top of international iTunes sales charts, as well as charting on national radio airplay charts in the US and abroad. Spotify streaming totals for both albums have surpassed 1 million! For more information, please visit www.jeremyparsonsmusic.com.

Acclaimed music group Mr. M & Revelation teams up with Moses Bliss on a new sound tagged ‘I No Send‘.

In the song, they emphasized the God they know who has changed their lives and his impact visible in their lives. They affirm unending praise no matter what the stories flying around.

Our praise is intact and our faith is unwavering. Get your praise on and let the groove begin.

Watch Viral Video & Download Audio Below; 

I No Send – Mr. M & Revelation

The Bluejay House offers new singles dubbed “Goodness & Mercy” featuring Zahriya Zachary.

“Goodness & Mercy” was written by Justin Orr and Tobi Adeyeye. This single is from The Bluejay House’s new upcoming album, “Shiloh” releasing May 26.

Goodness & Mercy – Zahriya Zachary

Watch & Download Below

LYRICS
Verse 1
You lead me by still waters
When my whole life has shattered
You set a table for me
Where I am filled with your peace

Pre-Chorus
Even in darkest valleys You are good
You remain close to me the whole way through

Chorus
Your goodness and mercy follow me
Your goodness and mercy follow me
I was blind but now I see
You have always carried me
Your goodness and mercy follow me

Verse 2
You’ve proved your heart is for me
My life’s the testimony
Your kindness and your mercy
Renew me every morning

Bridge
No trial nor season can change the love I have for you
So I’ll trust you completely and hold to what I know is true

In recognition of May Mental Health Awareness Month, Grammy, Dove, and Stellar Award-winning artists Lecrae and Tasha Cobbs Leonard have kicked off a powerful conversation about mental health & cancel culture.

Lecrae & Tasha Cobbs Leonard, the two icons have started releasing small portions of a larger very honest conversation on their socials about depression, therapy, and the pressure they’ve felt to be ideal role models.

Throughout the conversation, they reveal the scars left from deep wounds and how they’ve healed from them.

They also chat about their controversial collaborations with secular artists, and how the backlash impacted them. Tasha was criticized for her single, “I’m Getting Ready,” ft. Nicki Minaj while Lecrae was blasted for his “Blessings” single ft. Ty Dolla $ign. Both songs celebrated God’s blessings!