GRAMMY-Award winning singer/songwriter Brandon Lake has announced a new version of his smash hit “Hard Fought Hallelujah” coming soon featuring country music superstar/rapper Jelly Roll. This new version of “Hard Fought Hallelujah” is slated to arrive on February 7th.
Brandon Lake To Drop “Hard Fought Hallelujah” ft. Jelly Roll February 7
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The song originally debuted in November 2024 as #1 on the Christian/Gospel Songs Chart, #1 on the Christian/Gospel On-Demand Audio Streaming and Christian/Gospel On-Demand Overall Streaming charts, as well as #1 on the All-genre Digital Song Sales chart. “Hard Fought Hallelujah” beat Lake’s own record previously set by “That’s Who I Praise” for the largest debut streaming week for a single released by a Christian genre artist.
Onos makes a remarkable comeback with his latest release, “Counting my Blessings (African Remix)” This track is an essential addition to any music enthusiast’s playlist.
In this standout single, Onos collaborates with acclaimed songwriter Seph Schlueter, whose unique style complements the track, creating a powerful fusion of vibes and global appeal.
This exciting track showcases Onos’s remarkable musical prowess, blending his distinct Afrobeat energy with vibrant, captivating rhythms.
About Onos Ariyo Onoriode Ebiere Ariyo, professionally known as Onos Ariyo, is a Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and worship minister renowned for her impactful music and heartfelt lyrics. She gained widespread recognition for her critically acclaimed song “Alagbara,” written and produced by Nigerian music producer, Wilson Joel. Her ministry has touched lives across the globe, earning her a place among the Global Top 100 Most Influential People of African Descent in September 2018.
She was born in Delta State, Southern Nigeria, where she completed her primary and secondary education. She later pursued higher education at Delta State University, Abraka, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in French. Her journey into music began in her early years, singing in choirs and musical groups during her primary school days.
This passion continued to grow, culminating in her move to Lagos in 2004, where she began recording her first official single, ‘Dance’ produced by FLO.
Over the years, Onos has established herself as a leading voice in the gospel music scene, delivering soul-stirring performances and releasing numerous projects that resonate with audiences worldwide. She continues to inspire and uplift through her music, which remains a beacon of faith and hope.
Saturday, November 23, 2024. Sony Music West Africa (SMWA) announced the signing of gospel artiste and worship minister, Onos Ariyo.
The partnership celebrated as a groundbreaking milestone, marks Onos as the first gospel artiste to join the SMWA roster.
AboutSeph Seph Schlueter’s (pronounced “shleeter”) deep passion is to awaken people’s hearts, help lead others into an encounter with Jesus, and give language to a relationship with God through his music. Follow his socials, and you’ll quickly see his heart for the Lord along with his endearing personality.
Before joining the Provident Entertainment family in 2023, he released his music independently, opened for artists such as Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham, and began the group Damascus Worship when he saw the need for worship and revival in the Catholic Church. In 2024, Seph released his debut major label EP, Counting My Blessings, which offers organic pop sensibilities and relatable lyrics that speak to his all-consuming love for Jesus.
The title track “Counting My Blessings” has gone on to become a global sensation and has amassed more than 12B short-form video views, 112M global streams, over 5M TikTok creations, and over 26.5M views on Youtube. The song has also peaked at #1 on all four Christian radio charts.
Seph was recognized as Christian Music Broadcaster’s Breakout Artist of 2024 and won the KLOVE Fan Award for Breakout Single of the Year. He is nominated at the Doves for the first time in the New Artist of the Year category as well as Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year (“Counting My Blessings”). Recently, he was recognized as a finalist for the 2024 Billboard Award Top Christian Song (“Counting My Blessings”) and named Billboard’s #2 New Christian Artist.
The much anticipated single from Gabriel Eziashi – opening up his musical offerings for the year – “FIRE” is now available.
The Trap Beat laced on Contemporary instrumentation sets the momentum for the energetic chants and rhythm that predominates the vibe. It is spirit-stirring, as if Gabriel Eziashi aims to propel listeners into a Holigholistic forcefield.
Gabriel Eziashi goes directly opposite of what is obtainable for spirit-stirring songs by adapting a reverberating urban instrumentation, chants and anthemic chorus, unlike the slow paced, predominant stringed instrumentation common which such songs. Hence, he is able to appeal to different demography of audience and preferences.
Gabriel Eziashi is hitting the ground running as “Fire” is his first offering for the year 2025. It is a single, off a collection of work that will be unveiled as the year unfolds, in collaboration with creative counterpart Henrisoul.
Let the energia of the Spirit stirs you into an atmosphere of fire and power as you update your playlist with the effectious Trap Beat/Contemporary gospel music vibe!
Gospel music minister and worship leader, Maudlyn Abajuo, has released her highly anticipated new single, Ese (pronounced “Eh-seh”), a heartfelt song of thanksgiving that expresses deep gratitude to God for His faithfulness and unending love. The word Ese translates to “Thank You” in Yoruba, one of Nigeria’s prominent languages, making this release a celebration of culture and faith.
With Ese, Maudlyn Abajuo brings forth a rich, soul-stirring sound that blends contemporary gospel with traditional African influences. The song’s powerful lyrics, set to an uplifting melody, invite listeners to reflect on God’s goodness and express heartfelt thanks for His unchanging grace.
“Ese is my way of saying thank you to God for all He has done in my life,” says Maudlyn. “We often get so caught up in the hustle of life, but this song reminds us to pause and appreciate the countless blessings we receive from God every day.”
The song is a beautiful reminder of the power of gratitude, a theme that resonates deeply with people from all walks of life. Maudlyn’s passionate delivery and anointed vocals make Ese a song for personal reflection, church worship, and celebration.
Maudlyn Abajuo, who has been a significant voice in the Nigerian gospel music scene, continues to inspire believers with her authentic worship and powerful message of hope. With Ese, she further solidifies her position as one of the leading voices in gospel music today.
Ese – Abajuo
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LYRICS
E bi te ba de Modupe o, Modupe o baba E bi te ba de Modupe o baba
Ese o Ese o baba Ese o Ese o Jesu Ese o Ese o baba E bi te ba de, Adu kpe o baba
E bi te ba de Adukpe o baba
Lord we are grateful We say thank you for all you have done and what you will do
For your faithfulness For your goodness For your mercy For your love Oh Father we are grateful We say thank you thank you Jesus
Nigerian gospel music group, GEMS has released a new single titled “Good Year”.
Good year is a happy and uplifting sound that speaks about the hopes and blessings of a new year and will remain evergreen throughout the year, including celebrating personal milestones like a birthday or beginning of a new era. This crossover song is a perfect blend of sweet melodies infused with the ever vibrant Afro rhythm and a positive message that speaks life and blessings into your year.
LYRICS:
GOOD YEAR
Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year
I celebrate you You have made it I congratulate you You are winning I celebrate you You have made it I congratulate you You are winning
As we started the year with joy We will finish with greater joy As we step in the year with glory We will come back with greater glory
Related Post: GEMS Holds First Live In Concert Tagged “GLOW With GEMS” Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year You will see plenty plenty blessings everyday O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year
I celebrate you You have made it I dey congratulate you You are winning
As we started the year with joy We will finish with greater joy As we step in the year with glory We will come back with greater glory
Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year You will see plenty plenty blessings everyday O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year
Everyday You will testify I hear people say Congratulations Morning night and day You will sing for joy Yes o yes o Na celebrations Every night and day You will testify You will hear them say Congratulations You will be the one to sing and testify You will sing for joy Na celebrations
Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year Surely surely It’s a good year O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year You will see plenty plenty blessings everyday O sing o sing o For sure It’s a good year
Everything wey you put your hand go prosper Prosper ehhhh Everything wey you put your hand go work Amen amen Everything wey you put your hand go prosper Prosper ehhhh Everything wey you put your hand go work Amen amen
Renowned UK Christian Chart-nominated psalmist and songwriter, Sarah Wonders drops her latest single titled “Gratitude,” produced by Emmanuel Adeboye-Joshua for 1705Muzik.
Sarah Wonders describes the vibe as “rhythms of grace” – and notably, a graceful sway is unavoidable as listeners enjoy this new release.
“Born from a place of deep intimacy with God, this is more than just a song – it’s an experience through healing sounds of joy that brings reassurance, reminding listeners that we are all God’s masterpiece.” – she adds
Reflecting on my journey, she shares: “Hope is lost when gratitude is not the attitude. This song is a testament to God’s unchanging grace, even in the hardest times.”
This is a celebration of God’s grace and a reminder of the healing power of faith and is accompanied by a fun and playful visualizer on YouTube.
A soulful blend of Afro-fusion rhythms and heartfelt lyrics, the Afro-fusion rhythm captures the heart of “Gratitude.”
Singer/songwriter Seph Schlueter shares the official music video for “Words We’ll Sing Forever.” Schlueter dropped the track last week.
“As someone who grew up in the Church, the most powerful songs for me were the ones that took my eyes off of myself and lifted them to God,” shares Seph Schlueter. “’Word’s We’ll Sing Forever’ is that song. It’s a song for the Church to sing and lift to the Lord. It’s a song for each individual to focus their attention on Christ. And it’s a song for Jesus, to praise and glorify Him.”
Words We’ll Sing Forever – Seph Schlueter
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This year, Schlueter will be hitting the road for his first headlining tour in April, followed by two historical locations in August as part of the K-LOVE shows at Red Rocks Amphitheater and The Beacon Theater in New York City. He will also release new music throughout the year.
Melody Adorno shares her new single, ““Be Enthroned,” written and performed along with Joe L Barnes, a deep call to give Jesus the place He deserves and offer Him the purest reverence. This release is an exciting preview of Entronado (My Heart Your Home), the artist’s upcoming album, which will be available on January 31.
“Be Enthroned” calls us back to the heart of true worship, reminding us that no matter our flaws or life’s challenges, Christ is always worthy of all honor
The new song invites congregational participation with a simple yet captivating melody, bringing voices together to praise the King. Melody and Joe L Barnes create a powerful dynamic, making this piece an unforgettable experience that many will want to sing over and over again.
The song’s audio and video were recorded live, blending serenity, sublimity, and elegance, accompanied by an exceptional group of musicians. This collaboration reflects the same quality and passion Joe L Barnes has demonstrated in previous releases, such as his global hit “Promises” with Maverick City Music, whose music video has garnered over 176 million views on YouTube.
Meanwhile, Melody Adorno hosted an exclusive listening session for radio stations, offering a first look at the songs from her debut solo album. This marks a new chapter in her ministry after being part of the renowned Spanish-language collective, Maverick City Música.
Melody Adorno Presents “Be Enthroned” Ft. Joe L Barnes
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In addition, the artist hosted a launch event that brought together media, industry colleagues, and influencers—400 special guests who showed their support and admiration for the artist of Puerto Rican roots ).
Among the attendees were Matthew Morales from Miel San Marcos, Blanca, Karen Espinosa, Fleiva Music, and more. Additionally, Adorno was joined by Genock Gabriel and Joe L Barnes, who performed the tracks they contributed to in the production.
“I still can’t find the words to describe what happened at the album’s pre-release. The Lord met us in such a beautiful way, and I will remember it forever,” shares Melody.
Get ready for the highly anticipated release of this album while enjoying a preview of “Be Enthroned.”
Tenth Avenue North shares “Kind to Myself.” The re-launched Tenth Avenue North band features founding member Mike Donehey alongside new members Thomas Ewing and Monty Rivera.
