Nigerian-born US-based gospel singer and songwriter, Ayanbiyi is out with two powerful singles titled “No More Tears” and “Don’t Give Up” produced by Cblunt.
The song “No more tears” is an inspiring song of hope and victory to the world. Regardless of the desperation and uncertainties, the world is experiencing, the song encourages that there is hope at the end of the tunnel.
The songs are inspired by Ayanbiyi’s personal experiences as he articulates for those going through life challenges and struggles. He admonishes that they should not give up despite all that is happening around them.
The singer secular music cross-over artiste is now devoted to preaching and singing about the love of God.
Sacramento, CA — Jessica Reedy has one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary Gospel music. She is a soulful songstress whose voice captivates audiences everywhere. The gifted singer, actress, and songwriter received national attention in 2009 as the runner-up on Season 2 of BET’s Sunday Best talent competition with her signature deep vocal tone. She then released her debut album FROM THE HEART, which debuted at #1 on The Billboard Gospel Chart.
The success continued with her sophomore release, TRANSPARENT, which landed at #5 on Billboard Gospel Albums Chart. Her unmistakable voice is heard with Deitrick Haddon & Voices of Unity BLESSED & CURSED, with Faith Evans SOMETHING ABOUT FAITH, with Neal Roberson SHOUT!, and more. Now she is the voice of the new single by Pastor Alonzo G. Morris, “I Feel Loved”.
Alonzo G. Morris is Pastor of Paradise Missionary Baptist Church in Sacramento, CA. Pastor Morris served as Vice President of the California State Baptist Convention Foreign Mission Board and as 2nd Vice President of the Congress of Christian Education for the Northern District Baptist Association. in 2010, he released his first single, “Hands Up”, a contemporary Gospel ballad.
“I Feel Loved” is written by Pastor Morris (lyrics) and Michael “Big Mike” Hart, Jr. (music), and is produced by Bigs & Bangs (“Big Mike” Hart). The single is an upbeat, refreshing song that is packed full of love and valuable messages of the goodness and presence of the Lord. “I Feel Loved” is available on all digital music outlets and is going for adds at Gospel radio now. The joyful and exceptional production, coupled with Jessica’s captivating and inspiring vocals, make “I Feel Loved” one of the most uplifting Gospel songs of the year.
Multiple award-winning Nigerian gospel music minister, Funke Akinokun returns to the gospel music scene with a new single and video titled “Absolutely Wonderful.”
The song which is produced by Bode Afolabi is released in commemoration and celebration of minister Funke’s birthday.
According to the celebrant, “The Most High God sure has been wonderful to me! Given all that has happened in my life in past years, I had no choice but to be filled to the top with gratitude to my Maker.”
“As with any feelings that need to be expressed, I chose to do this through the song” – she says.
Funke Akinokun gained global recognition following the release of her “Who You Are” and “Names of God” tracks, a eulogy unto God delivered in multiple languages.
Her latest video is shot and directed by Oluyinka Davids for iFocus Pictures.
A fast-rising gospel star Minister Akinware Timilehin Ayorinde also known as Timmy Sax released a brand new single titled “Rántí Mi” produced by Engineer Shola Williams.
“Rántí Mi” a Yoruba titled track translate as “Remember Me” in the English language is a prophetic song composed under the lead of the Holy Spirit and a true-life story of the songwriter himself (Timmy Sax).
Timmy Sax is a Psalmist, Songwriter, Composer, Saxophone Instructor and a Talented Gospel Singer. he has produced many albums and gospel hits in Folk Music and Tungba Contemporaries in the Nigeria Gospel Industry over the years, his upcoming singles are titled: – S’ohun ti mofe (do what I want) – prophetic praise medley – O mbe l’aye (he’s alive)
He is a native of Ekiti State and also a product of Tai Solarin College of Education where he obtain his Certificate on Industrial Chemistry. His role model is “Beejay Sax” a famous and talented artist in the Nigerian Gospel Music Industry.
In his word, his major purpose as a Musician is to proclaim the gospel truth, winSouls to the kingdom of God and encourage Christians not to give up in any situation of life, he further advised the upcoming gospel artist to be diligent, hardworking, prayerful and put God first in everything.
Yanmife Ajolore is out with her second single, titled HALLOWED
With the song HALLOWED, Yanmife adds a new dash of colour to the painting called music. This song was birthed out of a strong realization that Jesus Christ is the reason for our existence and He alone is hallowed in all the heavens and the earth.
Yanmife is a singer, song writer and a recording artiste. Her love for music is one that has spanned over several years. She started to write songs and sing at the age of 10 and had her first studio recording at the age of 15. She has participated in a plethora of live recordings and concerts a few of which are, the healing Worship Abuja, the healing Worship Ilorin, she was also a part of Proskuneo the live recording in 2018 as well as she was also a part of Proskuneo season 2, the live recording which was staged in 2020, and on both occasions had shared the stage with her Dad, Pst.Tosin Ajolore, and Music Minister Toyin-Olomo Joe Bassey. She has also ministered in Nigeria and in Ghana and beyond.
Today, she has become a voice that will shake the music industry across the globe. She released her first single which was a Christmas medley in the year 2020. She is now out with her second single Hallowed which was recorded live.
Oluwayanmife Ajolore popularly known as Yanmife is from Kogi State, Nigeria. She is the daughter of the renown artiste – Tosin Ajolore and grand daughter of one of the founding fathers of Christianity in Nigeria – Pa Olusola Ajolore. She is presently a law undergraduate of the University of Ilorin, Kwara state, Nigeria.
Following Seasons 1 and 2, Isabella Melodies premieres the third season of her worship medley series tagged The Secret Place Rendezvous (SPR). The mission of The Secret Place Rendezvous series is to facilitate a divine atmosphere that inspires and encourages the viewer or listener to worship God sincerely and passionately without interruptions for sustained periods of time.
Season 3, which was recorded live at Global Music Studios, is a collection of seven original songs received by Isabella. This season, which was produced by Sunny Pee and shot by Justice DH Films, features an anointed worship leader, Anthony Kani.
Curb | Word Entertainment’s We Are Messengers releases a new version of “Come What May” featuring Cory Asbury today (9/10). Listen to “Come What May + (feat. Cory Asbury)” HERE and watch the official music video below. The original version of “Come What May” serves as We Are Messengers’ current radio single and offers the first taste of new music from the K-LOVE Award-winner’s forthcoming third studio album, Wholehearted, which releases on 10/15.
Featuring We Are Messengers’ signature life-changing lyrics and arena-ready hooks, “Come What May + (feat. Cory Asbury)” declares that the character of God is unchanging regardless of our circumstances. “In the past year, we’ve all collectively been forced to concede that, despite our illusions and devises, we do not get to control the world around us,” shares front man Darren Mulligan.
Mulligan adds, “‘Come What May’ is a song that not only acknowledges this reality, but revels in the fact that we have a God that loves us and is worthy of our faith, hope, and trust no matter what circumstances we are facing. It’s a celebration of freedom of not having to fabricate a false reality to ourselves and those around us and a declaration of the goodness of God.”
The Dove-nominated band performed the original version of the track and a host of hits when they made their Red Rocks debut on Aug. 3. They shared the iconic stage with Casting Crowns as part of “Live at Red Rocks.” This fall, the band will once again hit the road on TobyMac’s “Hits Deep Tour” before joining Newsboys for the “Step Into The Light Tour.”
“Come What May” feat. Cory Asbury is available now to download or stream.
Known for his show-stopping, electrifying vocals—both as an award-winning solo artist and a former member of the world-renowned Gaither Vocal Band—singer/songwriter David Phelps returns today (Sept 10) with GameChanger. A sonic kaleidoscope of 15 pop, jazz, Inspirational, R&B and even Broadway-inspired selections, Phelps’ StowTown Records debut carries deeply personal and profoundly resonant messages of redemption and unity.
“While some might think GameChanger is a departure for me, it’s really just the next step in my development as an artist; this is who I am,” Phelps shares of the album, which he co-produced with his nephew, Grayson Proctor. “I started out in contemporary music before I joined the Gaither Vocal Band. I was blessed to be part of that amazing, iconic group and I loved those years very much, but I am and always have been a stylist, and that makes my music and career very eclectic.”
The album’s debut single, “Hello Beautiful,” released to critical acclaim in August. A bittersweet tribute to lifelong commitment backed by a syncopated, horn-studded rhythm section, “Hello Beautiful” encapsulates one of the album’s central themes. “I’ve always loved telling a redemptive human story,” Phelps says. “Nothing magnifies the splendor of humanity more than loving someone through all of life’s ups and downs. I can’t imagine many things more tragic than watching a loved one lose their memories of things once held dear—events, places, friends, children…even you. Heroes sometimes sit patiently, enduring thankless days caring for someone they love and to whom they have committed themselves.”
Additional highlights of GameChanger include the synth-pop album opener “I’m Gonna Love”; “Song For Sinners,” with a mellow jazz groove gently beckoning wayward hearts; “I Remember What We Thought Love Was,” a poignant piano ballad dedicated to Phelps’ wife; and “Eye To Eye,” a soulful duet with his son, Grant, exploring the complexities of their relationship.
“My son and I love each other dearly and our bond goes beyond words,” Phelps shares of the inspiration for “Eye To Eye.” “However, we haven’t always seen things the same way. I have been forced to concede that his choices are his—and they aren’t necessarily bad. Regardless, we have each other’s back. I would fight for him and he for me. We can agree to disagree and still love each other deeply. It’s been a lesson I’ve had to learn as an adult, but it’s vital. It’s ok if we don’t see everything eye to eye.”
“If I can positively influence or inspire someone to look at a relationship in their own life and hang on to it, view it differently, or nurse it better, then I’m going to take the chance to do that,” he adds of GameChanger’s thematic intent. “These songs are about the human experience, and I hope people can relate to that and be moved by them.”
Acclaimed Curb | Word Entertainment singer/songwriter Francesca Battistelli unveils a brand new single, “God is Good,” today (9/10). The track can also be found in the upcoming film, God’s Not Dead: We the People, in which Francesca has a starring role. Listen to the poignant track HERE.
Backed by acoustic guitar and dobro, Battistelli delivers her signature storytelling on “God is Good,” her first new music offering since her second full-length Christmas album, This Christmas, released in the final months of 2020. “A few years ago, a good friend of ours went through a devastating loss. I really wanted to write a song that would honor what he went through and really speak to that idea of how tragedy affects our lives, because at one point or another, it does affect all of us. If the last year-and-a-half has taught us anything, it’s that we’re not immune to difficult times,” Battistelli shares. “It’s been a hard season, and this song has brought me a lot of comfort, because through it all, there is one constant, and that is that God is good. So no matter what you’re facing today, I pray that this song would bless you and bring you hope and peace, because He is good and He is for you and He loves you so much.”
“God is Good,” penned by Battistelli, Jeff Pardo, and Ben Glover, will be featured in the fourth installment of the popular God’s Not Dead movie franchise, God’s Not Dead: We the People, which will hit select theaters nationwide for three nights only, Oct. 4-6. Battistelli takes on the role of homeschool mom Rebecca McKinnon, who testifies on behalf of her family, her community and her strong Christian beliefs in order to preserve religious freedom. It wasn’t hard for the six-time GMA Dove Award winner to get into character as she homeschools her own kids back home in Nashville. The singer recently announced she is expecting her sixth child, due in February 2022.
GRAMMY nominated, and internationally renowned artist collective Bethel Music has announced their long-anticipated 12th compilation album, Homecoming, will be released September 24th.
Recorded over three nights at the Redding Civic Auditorium, the epic sixteen track album was written over the last year and features all members of Bethel Music for the first time as well. To celebrate the news of this release, Bethel Music has released the title track of the album which is led by GRAMMY Nominated and three-time DOVE Award winner Cory Asbury and features Gable Price. Watch the video for “Homecoming (Live)” below and pre-save HomecomingHERE.
“I feel like from the ground up, this project feels to me like we did our very best – no matter what happens with it, we did exactly what we were supposed to do every step of the way and that is so fulfilling,” shares Brian Johnson, President of Bethel Music.
“Everything from building relational equity within our team and artists to the organizing of the co-writes and working in pre-production so the songs would come across as strong as possible. Even the features and duets – we painstakingly reflected on who the best pairings would be to carry the songs the way they needed to be carried. The mix and master process was also a long and arduous journey but when it was finished, we knew that what we created was reflective of all the hard work we put in. I would go so far as to say this project was the best experience for me of anything we’ve ever done because it felt like the team felt such unity from start to finish. I am so proud of the entire Bethel Music team and the album we created.”
Last month, it was announced that Bethel Music had earned 16 GMA DOVE Award nominations, breaking their previous record of most nominations in a single year. The nominations span 12 categories, including the coveted New Artist of the Year and Song of the Year. The 52nd GMA DOVE Awards will take place on October 19, 2021 and will air October 22nd on TBN.
