Nspyre Music Group International Recording Artist Lisa Bellamy is known in Gospel circles as a consummate vocalist, a gifted interpreter of song and a psalmist who creates an atmosphere of worship. The BET Gospel Diva Search Competition Finalist, who has toured with greats such as the late Edwin Hawkins and Liz McComb, is not only known for her stirring sacred vocals but for her jazz stylings and her classical training.

Lisa, a Duke Ellington School of the Arts graduate, captured the hearts of music fans and radio programmers alike with her track, “Nothin’ But The Spirit,” from the EP, What Will It Take, which featured R&B vocalist Tony Terry and legendary guitarist Jonathan Dubose. More recently, Lisa hit the airwaves – and the charts – again with a new song, “In This House.” Already getting love on dozens of Gospel radio stations nationwide, the song is “straight church” and features Bellamy shining brightly on the traditional track. Now the song has its own riveting concept music video, which is viewable on YouTube.

Filmed at the Dixwell Avenue Congregational United Church of Christ in New Haven, CT, the video showcases the songstress performing the soul-shaking song flanked by background singers. A true song stylist, Lisa weaves her beautiful soprano around the traditional tune, while bringing a contemporary vibe to the uplifting track. “In This House” also includes William Fluker, Bellamy’s husband, a talented musician in his own right, as he provides some nice trumpet work on the song. During “In This House,” which was penned and produced by the artist, her husband and Tim Johnson, Lisa recounts familiar Bible stories reminding listeners of the power that’s found in the house of God.

“During this season, so many are experiencing loss,” Lisa says. “As we were writing ‘In This House,’ I was thinking about all that’s happening in the world today, and the Lord led me to Psalm 122: 1-2 which says, ‘I rejoiced with those who said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD.’ Our feet are standing in your gates, O Jerusalem.’” The song was taken directly from that scripture. We are in a time of pain and the house of the Lord is a place of respite; it’s a place of healing. It’s also a place of deliverance. There are so many gifts that are waiting for people in the house of the Lord.”

An ordained minister, Lisa grew up in the church. Her family’s church roots run deep, and she gave her first musical performance at Macedonia Baptist Church of Arlington, VA, as a young girl. The DMV native recalls her family gathering around the piano, singing gospel songs and hymns in her grandmother’s home. That musical talent was honed at the prestigious institutions of Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC, and Shenandoah Conservatory of Music in Winchester, VA. Her classical training led to singing in such operas as LaBoheme at Shenandoah and opened doors to perform in Germany and Switzerland. In addition, her vocal prowess led her to Paris and Leon, France, singing background vocals for Gospel powerhouse Liz McComb.

Lisa released her debut recording, Lighthouse, in 2004. She has made numerous guest appearances on radio stations such as New York City’s WHCR-FM and DC’s WYCB-AM and has been covered in The Belle Report, the Journal of Gospel Music and UGospel. A vocal coach, songwriter, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, educator of youth and adults and recent recipient of a doctorate in Educational Leadership & Management from Capella University, Lisa Bellamy is preparing for the release of her sophomore album in 2022.

Last week (Jan 21), Paul Baloche released A Greater Song (Live – 15th Anniversary Deluxe Edition). This project includes 18 live and reimagined tracks. A Greater Song (Live – 15th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) is available now to download or stream. Baloche debuts the official lyric video for “Hosanna,” which can be viewed below.

Baloche, who is one of the modern church’s most acclaimed worship artists, songwriters, and conference worship leaders nationally and internationally, has penned numerous contemporary praise and worship standards such as “Open the Eyes of My Heart,” “Your Name,” and many more. Additionally, his songs have been recorded by numerous acclaimed artists including Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns, Matt Redman, and Philips, Craig & Dean.

“Open The Eyes of My Heart” released two decades ago and Baloche feels the same now as he did then, sharing recently, “It feels like the same heart cry – a desire to really see the Lord – to behold Him. I don’t want to lose sight of what God is doing in my life and in this generation. I want to see Him, hear Him, and follow Him.”

Caleb Howard has released the official lyric video for “Always Something”. “Always Something” was written by Gerald Crabb and John Mathis Jr. and resonates the message that while it seems like there is always something going wrong in life, it is also always something how God works those things for good in the life of a believer.

“Always Something” was released to Christian radio by Mansion Entertainment and follows a year of several chart topping songs for the Appalachian Mountain native such as “Just Another Storm”. The new recording was produced by John Mathis Jr. at Mansion Entertainment is will be a part of a new album release later this year.

Curb | Word Entertainment’s We Are Messengers hits #1 on the Billboard Christian Airplay Chart with “Come Way May,” which spent its 11^thweek at #1 on the Mediabase Christian Audience Chart, marking the group’s first single to hit #1 on both Mediabase and Billboard charts and the longest running #1 song on the Mediabase Christian Audience Chart for the last 52 weeks.

“God’s kindness has always been obvious to me, but today is extra special and a sweet example of how fond He is of people like us,” shares We Are Messengers front man Darren Mulligan. “I am so very thankful for our management team, Curb | Word Entertainment, and our incredible promo team who have brought this song to radio. We cannot express our gratitude for the never-ending love, support and encouragement of every single radio station in the USA. I’m honored to be a part of this community, and We Are Messengers will continue to share the news of Jesus with a world that needs Him more than ever.”

One of the most respected acts in Christian music, We Are Messengers will be hitting the road with Casting Crowns on “The Healer Tour” beginning 2/17 and departing on the first leg of their headlining “The Wholehearted Tour” with special guests ApolloLTD and Stephen Stanley on 4/17, after recently wrapping a string of dates on TobyMac’s “Hits Deep Tour” and Newsboys’ “Step Into The Light Tour” at the end of last year. Find tickets and more information about We Are Messengers HERE.

The Dove-nominated collective has charted 12 singles at Christian radio and debuted its third full-length studio album, Wholehearted, which features the #1 single, “Come What May,” in October 2021– listen to the 12-song collection HERE. For more information about the K-LOVE Award winning group, visit www.wearemessengersmusic.com.

Faith based music powerhouse YB releases new music with a single titled “Speak On It.” The live from Nashville video can be viewed below. Known for his poignant messages, YB continues to rise within the christian hip-hop community.

YB has 4.6M+ total Spotify streams to date with nearly 100K monthly listeners HERE.

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Reach Records kicks off 2022 announcing pre-sales for We Are UNASHAMED TOUR which kicks off March 17^th in Austin, TX and travels to 13 cities across Midwest, South, and Southeast regions ending April 10th in Orlando, FL. The tour, branded We Are UNASHAMED references Roman’s 1:16, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes!” The verse developed from a mantra and into a movement for Reach Records, its artists and believers of the 116 Lifestyle. The lineup will include electrifying performances from Lecrae, Andy Mineo, Trip Lee, Tedashii, 1K Phew, Gawvi, Wande, WHATUPRG, and Hulvey! Ticket sales begin TODAY, Wednesday, January 26^th.

Along with the tour announcement, Reach Records has released a new, We Are UNASHAMED EP, featuring three singles: “Represent II,” “Pa’ Que Sepa,” and “Otu Otu Isii.” Musically, the We Are Unashamed EP showcases Reach Record’s commitment to expanding the 116 music, movement, and lifestyle globally. “Represent II” featuring Wande, 1K Phew, Wande, Trip Lee, and Gawvi is a turn up version of Lecrae’s Represent ft. Tedashii, originally released on Lecrae’s 2004 debut album, Real Talk. “Pa’ Que Sepa” (translated ‘So You Know’ in Spanish) featuring Tommy Royale, Brayan Booze, Don Ryvcko, Cardec Drums, and Emanuel Lara; and “Otu Otu Isii” (translated ‘One One Six’ in Igbo) which features Limoblaze, Tedashii, and Wande.

“We really wanted to unite cultures with this EP and show the world that the Unashamed message is global and bigger than where we’re from,” shares Lecrae, artist, co-founder, and president of Reach Records. Lasanna “ACE” Harris, VP of A&R who produced “Otu Otu Isii” adds, “We get so much love and support from Africa, so on Otu Otu Isii we wanted to amplify that support, blend genres, and ultimately rally around the banner of proclaiming our faith to the world.”

“The abstract graphic of the eclipse on the We Are UNASHAMED EP packaging and tour artwork is a symbol of the good news spreading across a world and people of different cultures coming together under the same sun!” shares Reach Creative Director Kevin Hackett. “The eclipse also represents a transition and an awakening that we all felt when we gave our lives to Christ. We want to represent the power and the joy in that awakening and share it with the masses.”

The new We Are UNASHAMED EP is currently available on all digital music streaming platforms. Click this link to stream https://116.lnk.to/WAU.

We Are Unashamed Tour Dates *subject to change

March 17 – Austin, TX
March 18 – Houston, TX
March 19 – San Antonio, TX
March 24 – Chicago, IL
March 25 – Cincinnati, OH
March 26 – Indianapolis, IN
March 27 – Columbus, OH
March 31 – St. Louis, MO
April 1 – Tulsa, OK
April 2 – Dallas, TX
April 7 – Birmingham, AL
April 8 – Jacksonville, FL
April 9 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
April 10 – Orlando, FL

Fresh off his Silver Anniversary Songs and Stories with John Berry Christmas Tour, GRAMMY Award-winning country singer/songwriter, John Berry, has signed an exclusive distribution deal for his upcoming ten-song, faith-based project, Find My Joy with Gaither Music Group, known worldwide for its award-winning and top-selling  recordings.

“Gaither Music Group is honored to partner with John and his team for this special recording,” stated Paul Sizelove, president of Gaither Music Group. “John has impacted countless people with his songwriting, performances and radio hits.  He has developed a brand of faith and family that brings uplifting entertainment as well as encouragement to listeners, and we are excited to introduce his renditions of these timeless songs on the Gaither platforms.” 

“I have been dreaming of recording a faith based record for years, and the opportunity for this project came at the perfect time for me,” remarked John Berry. “Having a powerhouse distribution company on our team makes this a dream come true and many prayers answered.”

With Gaither Music Group now on board, John Berry’s extended team also includes an impressive and tenacious list of  industry firms including Leadership Artists (management), B! Noticed Public Relations (publicity), The Press House (publicity) and Atomic Music Group (booking).

John is currently booking his upcoming 2022 tour in support and promotion of his new album and singing his fan favorite hit songs. Catch his performances in a city near you. 

John Berry Tour Dates:
2-11-2022 – Greensboro, GA – Festive Hall
2-12-2022 – Cartersville, GA – Grand Theatre
3-09-2022 – Arlington Heights, IL – Hey Nonny
3-10-2022 – Milwaukee, WI – Shank Hall
3-11-2022 – Stevens Point, WI – Lee Sherman Dreyfus University Center
3-12-2022 – Eau Claire, WI – Pablo Center at the Confluence
3-25-2022 – Columbus, OH – Natalie’s Music Hall & Kitchen
4-02-2022 – Norwood, MA – The Norwood Theatre
4-29-2022 – Live Oak, FL – Suwannee River Jam
6-19-2022 – Panama City Beach, FL – Holiday Inn Resort
1-22-2023 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Country Music Cruise
More dates to be announced soon . . 

Randy Weston of sensational gospel music group Judah Band, has released a new single “Making A Way”! The single is now available everywhere music is streamed and sold. The brand new single is true to Weston’s distinctive sound and reminds listeners that God will continue to make a way, even when there seems like there isn’t one.

Randy Weston is a cancer survivor and passionate about millennials implementing change in the world. Weston spent much of his own youth as a school teacher, teaching music & history.

Today, when he isn’t pastoring at All Nations New York City, doing work for the National Down Syndrome Society, donating funds to the homeless, or being a spokesperson for millennial voters, he makes eclectic music with his band. Randy’s many artistic influences can be discovered not only in his music but in his unique style as well. Whether he’s walking a red carpet or pastoring to the masses, you can surely expect Randy to arrive in style!

Influenced by Fred Hammond, Michael Jackson, and James brown – Judah Band is an eclectic group of talented musicians and singers, founded and led by producer, songwriter, and singer, Randy Weston. Judah Band possesses an energy and presence that can’t be contested. Their sound is a melting pot of musical genres that includes: Gospel, Rock, Pop, and Classical. Judah Band’s sound has the ability to circumvent all cultural backgrounds and tear down denominational barriers.

“Revival,” a new single from Little Egypt Worship, the worship ministry created by music industry veteran Jermaine Bollinger, is going for adds today to Christian AC-formatted radio outlets. The song also is available to buy/stream on all digital platforms. A video for “Revival,” which Bollinger wrote and produced, is available below. The new worship group — and the new single — are the result of a time of waiting in Bollinger’s life, he says.

“I had just stepped down from my job and concluded my previous ministry,” Bollinger explains. “Among personal issues and tragedies, things were at an all-time low for me. To be honest, the circumstances navigated me to a pretty dark place. I became frustrated with my life, my situation, with God. I found myself asking, ‘What is all of this for?’”

Soon after, Bollinger was diagnosed with nodes on his vocal chords, a situation that meant he had to change his life and lifestyle to be able to continue singing. “I was looking for a change, an awakening, a revival,” Bollinger shares.

It was during this season while trying to refocus that Bollinger wrote a song about change, change in his heart, in his life and, ultimately, change for the world. “It seems like we’ve been spinning our wheels with this pandemic in particular,” Bollinger says, “History will remember this time in textbooks and on the internet. My only hope is that something beautiful can be birthed from this terrible situation the world finds itself in.

“The question that will be asked by our descendants years from now is, ‘How did the church respond?’ I wanted to make sure,” Bollinger says, “I was used by God to do exactly what He wanted me to do, when He wanted me to do it.”

Little Egypt Worship, based in Illinois, is not affiliated with a specific church. The group is available for morning services, church events, youth events and special gatherings for congregations and the community.

The Kenosha, Wisconsin based worship group known as The Spark debuted an immersive video worship session on their YouTube on January 24. The video will be followed by a corresponding live album, available to stream on all major digital platforms on January 28.

The songs captured on Ascent were written in service of The Spark’s home church family— a family that Skillet members John Cooper, Korey Cooper and Jen Ledger are also a part of. They participated in the powerful session that became Ascent.

“We are a people running after God, and some of us happen to be musicians.” The Spark primary writer Chris Marvin explains. “We thought, ‘how can we display a worshipping people? How can we invite people to be drawn into this thing that’s already happening?’”

The result is a Spirit-saturated time of abandon, an authentic outpouring of praise to a glorious God. Ascent includes six original songs as well as four spontaneous moments.

“These songs have really resonated within our local church during our times of worship together,” Chris explains. “We wanted to capture that in an excellent way, with production that is unique but that doesn’t get in the way of the worship time. We wanted to capture something authentic.”

This will be The Spark’s first full album since 2015’s Burning Hearts. In the years since, the band has continued faithfully serving their local church, as well as occasional conferences and events. Chris has also appeared playing guitar for Ledger, Skillet drummer Jen Ledger’s acclaimed side project. Worshiping alongside the local church continues to be The Spark’s greatest priority and joy, committed to genuine, Spirit-filled worship rooted in deep knowledge of the Word.