Vere Music and Brickhouse Entertainment’s breakout pop singer/songwriter Mary-Clair releases “Forever.” The track was written by Brickell and Tedd Tjornhorm with the video by Caleb Gauntt.
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Pointing listeners to the Hope of Christ amidst life’s troubles, critically acclaimed husband/wife folk duo Kenny & Claire are set to bow their full-length debut, Upon The Storm, July 19. Produced by GRAMMY Award-winner Mitch Dane (Brandon Heath, JJ Heller), the 12-track set showcases four freshly penned originals and eight modern renditions of enduring hymns.
The album’s title-cut—a stirring take on William Cowper’s 18th century hymn “God Moves in a Mysterious Way”—is now available. With updated verses and a new arrangement by Kenny & Claire and Mitch Dane, “God Moves (Upon the Storm)” carries deep meaning for the couple following Kenny’s struggle with a brain tumor as well as a life-altering chronic illness diagnosis.
“Though we do not always understand why God does what He does, we recognize that He is a God of mercy, and we are people who need mercy,” Kenny shares. “That’s one of the reasons the lyric, ‘behind a frowning providence He hides a smiling face,’ in ‘God Moves (Upon the Storm)’ is so powerful. This world is dark and stormy and full of struggle, yet behind that struggle, God—in His kindness—watches us and intends our fight through these struggles for our good.”
“In our own struggles with suffering—particularly related to Kenny’s health—we have continually returned to the promises of Scripture as well as the lyrics of old hymns,” Claire says. “’God Moves (Upon the Storm)’ reminds us of the truth of His sovereignty over all things, including a scary diagnosis. The humbling reality is that we do not fully understand the majesty of the Lord and that what He allows can sometimes be so very gut wrenching, but He is indeed faithful and trustworthy. This song lifts our eyes to God while recognizing the reality of life’s storms.”
Hallmarked by thoughtful, organic arrangements firmly anchored in a folk/Americana soundscape, Upon The Storm also features Kenny & Claire’s signature take on such classic hymns as “O the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus” and “Come Thou Fount,” among others, along with a uniquely emotive rendition of the popular Keith Getty and Stuart Townend-penned hymn, “In Christ Alone.” New selections including “Surely His Goodness,” “Have Mercy on Us” and “We Believe”—all written by Kenny & Claire and Mitch Dane—bridge the past and present with thematic consistency.
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“We want to be singing the same songs that saints who have gone before us sang,” Kenny explains. “There’s a comfort in knowing that brothers and sisters who ended their race well sang these songs, and that they are in the Great Cloud of Witnesses encouraging us to cast off the weight of sin and finish well.”
“Our hope is that this album is a lighthouse pointing to the majesty, power, sovereignty, and holiness of the Lord in the midst of the reality of life’s storms,” Claire adds. “Through our own experiences, we’ve needed songs that point our hearts to Christ and help us rest in His glorious Gospel. We want the music we share to be songs we need ourselves, as 2 Corinthians 1:4 says, songs that ‘…comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort which we ourselves are comforted by God.’”
The Spirituals continue their journey of reimagining hymns with their newest release, “Tis So Sweet,” a standout track from their new Hymns project coming in October 2024. The Hymns project was born out of the desire to breathe new life into timeless songs, bridging the gap between the past and the present and telling God’s endless story in a fresh manner.
These hymns have transcended generations, carrying the message of God’s love and hope. “Tis So Sweet” is a joyful and uplifting song that explores the meaning of trusting in Jesus. It reminds us of the importance of placing our faith in Him at all times, through every season of life. The Spirituals’s rendition invites a new generation to fall in love with these sacred words and melodies, fostering a deeper connection with God.
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Today, Roxanne Grace, GLADDEN, AWZY release “Thinking” available today via DREAM Records. This easy to sing-along upbeat song is a summertime pop song & was written to bring encouragement, hope & joy to the listener as a celebration of God’s favor. The song was written by Dameon Aranda (Switch), GLADDEN and Austin Moore.
“‘Thinking’ is a fun summer bop that we all need. It has a powerful but simple message. The message is to NOT get overwhelmed by everything going on around us, but rather let’s keep our mind on Jesus and things above. Life is so much easier and a lot more fun when we allow His peace, His love and His truth to be our guide. And I got to work with two of my favorite artists, GLADDEN & AWZY.” – Roxanne Grace
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“Our new song “Thinking” is about keeping our mind fixated on the Lord. We regain hope. Our priorities are straightened and everything is made clear when we focus on God above all things.” – AWZY
“Roxanne reached out to me about writing and recording some verses on a song that God had laid on her heart. The theme was the center on how our thoughts change for the better once we surrender our lives to God. The negativity and sin in the world tend to pull us down unless we purposely keep our minds focused on the goodness of God. I’m extremely honored to be featured with Roxanne Grace and AWZY.” – GLADDEN
“Thinking” was produced by Austin Moore in Phoenix, Arizona. It is available everywhere music is sold and streamed digitally.
Run51 releases their new song “Start Right Now” on DREAM Records. Sung by Chaz Miles, this upbeat uplifting song is both hopeful and motivational.
“What we have in common with so many people is that we all have moments and seasons where life becomes challenging. It might be marriage, parenting, finances, health, relationships, or finding purpose. Sometimes we may feel stuck or stagnant.
Start Right Now, is an up beat reminder that God has given us what we need to move forward, keep going, to pick up the broken pieces of our life when we are in those hard places and go! We hope this song lights that fire inside of you to run after the person God has made you to be.” – Jason Burris, Run51
“Start Right Now” was produced by Jeremy Green and MANTRA and co-written by Jeremy Green, Jason Burris and Crystal Whitaker.
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Internationally recognized praise band Planetshakers releases “Delight-Live” globally today. The single will be featured on the band’s new, full-length album, The Winning Team, set to release July 19.
Written by Andy Harrison and Josh Ham and produced by Joth Hunt, “Delight” was recorded live at Planetshakers Conference 2024 in the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). Referencing the exaltation by King David in Psalm 37:4 to “take delight in the Lord,” Hunt says the song is “about gathering up all of our affection and our praise and channeling it up to God.”
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“Along with the heartfelt, scriptural lyrics, ‘Delight’ is an upbeat praise song that has a bit of funk, hip hop and dance EDM,” continues Hunt. “It’s kind of a lit bit of everything with even a rap in the bridge. People of all ages, including the older generation in our church, fully embrace it too. My mum and dad are in their late sixties, seventies and they’re getting into it. The participation has been great.”
“Even people that don’t normally dance are expressing themselves physically,” adds Ps. Sam Evans, which can be seen in the companion video to the song. “There is the touch of God that is getting people out of their mindset or their situation, getting them celebrating.”
This time it’s personal. Prepping her new studio project slated for Friday, August 16, Grammy Award-Winning Platinum Recording Artist Tamela Mann will release Live Breathe Fight, a collection of many of the most compelling and deeply vulnerable songs of her decorated career. The debut single “Working for Me” takes over gospel radio Monday, June 24. The personal anthem is the first of ten tracks on the forthcoming studio album release from Tillymann Music.
“‘Working for Me’ is a song that celebrates God’s sovereignty,” says Tamela. “Even though life is hard sometimes, we still have to trust and believe that God is working things out for our good. Like the scripture says, things will work out for those who are called according to his purpose.”
Live Breathe Fight’s upbeat track list includes songs penned by Tamela Mann, Phillip Bryant and Jevon Hill and is produced by Tamela, Hill, and David Mann.
“I am talking about things in my personal life on this album,” says Tamela of the intimate nature of the collection. “I started saying no. I’m not going to do things that I used to do, so that caused a ruckus in my life.”
One new song on Live Breathe Fight titled ‘Power’ speaks to this new-found freedom in her life. “It talks about the power of JESUS and how He can strengthen us through every situation that we’re dealing with,” says Tamela. Another song titled ‘The Altar’ talks about how God invites us to take everything to Him. “You don’t have to carry the weight; take it to the altar and leave it there,” says Tamela, who found this a therapeutic songwriting route on her new album.
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“I’m playing a much bigger role than I’ve ever played,” Tamela says of her involvement in the album’s creation. “I want the Lord to be proud of the work I’m doing and the ways I’m using the gift that He’s given me. That’s my goal and it can’t change because that’s what I’m supposed to be doing. I’m a child of the King and I want to make Him proud.”
The new single, ‘Working for Me,’ by Tamela Mann is now streaming on all platforms, and the lyric video is now live on MannTV.
Multiple GRAMMY Award nominee and Stellar Award winning Gospel legend Vanessa Bell Armstrong releases first new recording, “Today” in over a decade. “Today” was written by Tony Jones, Walter W. Millsap III, Armstrong and Teak and produced by Millsap III and Teak.
“This new album is so special to me because it’s a long time coming. God allowed me to finish it just before my father passed and went to heaven. I dedicate this album to him.” – Vanessa Bell Armstrong
“‘Today’ is a real pick me up song that makes you forget about your troubles and worries. It makes you give thanks just to be alive. It’s a reminder that life is all that you make it and that there is no need to worry because God has everything under control. All you have do is just smile and be happy.” – Vanessa Bell Armstrong
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Renowned US-based Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and saxophonist, ‘Jide Owomoyela’ has released an inspiring new musical piece titled “The Sound Of Hallelujah.”
Jide Owomoyela shares that “The Sound Of Hallelujah is a Heaven-sent composition. The song evokes the image of countless believers in Heaven worshipping the Lamb on the Throne (Revelations 4:11; 5:13; 7:12). His vision is for this divinely-inspired song to become an anthem of worship, praise, and adoration globally”.
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Jide Owomoyela‘s passion for music has been evident since childhood. Actively involved in choir activities from an early age as a musician, Music Director, producer, and instrumental trainer.
Currently residing in the United States of America. He continues to serve God’s people with heartfelt devotion through his spiritual and musical gifts.
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