Gospel Music minister and recording artiste Evans Ighodalo returns with Dance of Joy “Unek Idara” a fast tempo contemporary African Praise song.

Unek Idara is lyrically balanced with a touch of English, Efik and Ibibio from the Southern part of Nigeria.

Evans has indeed mastered the craft with release of amazing tunes since his entry into the min-dustry and the creativity exerted on this new single a proof he knows his onions.

On a daily basis the mercies of God are new and his goodness never seizes. Our appreciation can be by the words we speak or the act of celebration with a dance.

Even though we may understand that worship is a very important priority, we sometimes struggle with expressions of worship. Because of our personalities, our backgrounds and our traditions we sometimes find it difficult to express our praise. But expressing praise to God is a major part of our worship. Why? Because God’s presence is manifested, evident when we praise Him.

(Psa 22:3) “But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.

Get your dancing shoes on and let’s give God some holyghost dance joyfully.

Lyrics: Dance of Joy – Unek Idara*

Ose (thank you)

Demoz

Da owo

If you no won dance go house o

Unek Idara Unek – 4x

Time to praise the Lord

Evans

If you got the victory, the victory

Lift your hands in victory

Oya shout hallelujah

If you got the victory, the victory

Sing a song of victory

Oya shout hallelujah

Dance the dance of Joy

Sing a song of joy

Dance the dance of Joy

Sing a song of joy

Dance the dance of Joy

Sing a song of joy

My God has done so much for me

Time to praise the Lord

UNEK IDARA UNEK – 4x

Is a dance of Joy

UNEK IDARA UNEK – 2x

My God has done so much for me

He has done so much for me

He has given me the victory

Oh glory hallelujah

time to praise the Lord

Unek Idara Unek – 4x

Time to praise the Lord

Back to verse and chorus

He has done so much for me

He has given me the victory

Oh glory hallelujah

It is time to praise the Lord

Celebrate o, celebrate o

Come follow me celebrate o

Jubilate o, jubilate o

Come follow me jubilate o

As you dey lift me Higher….high higher

You dey make me dey wonder …high higher

You no dey leave me to suffer…. high higher

Cos i am under your cover…under your cover

Unek Idara Unek – 7x

My God has done so much for me

If you no won dance go house o

Sio unek di (bring your dance on)

Sio unek di

Sio unek di

Eyeneka (my brother/sister) sio unek di – 2x

Akparawa ( young man ) sio unek di

My God has done so much for me

Hills play

Unek idara sio unek idara

Unek idara unek

Eyeneka sio unek di

Ahan

Greenwox

Oshe…shout hallelujah eh

Credits

Produced by Greenwox

Additional piano skit by Hills_play (Godwin Hillary)

Unek Idara chant written by Demoz

My God has done so much by public domain

All other verse and Chorus by Evans

Background vocals by Comfort Atu Johnson

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‘Empowered By Where You Are’ is the newest 6 track EP from music ministry EmpoweredBy featuring vocals from The Voice UK 2018 semi-finalist, Jason Nicholson-Porter.

Written and produced by Warren King, the founder of EmpoweredBy music ministry, this EP is the ministry’s second project in 2018 and features original Rock & Soul songs of prayer and praise that take the listener on a journey to encountering God where He is. Songs such as ‘In Your Presence’, (Nicholson-Porter’s personal favourite) a ballad about the beauty of being in God’s presence – a presence we can choose to be in.

Speaking on the theme of the EP Warren said, “A lot of the time we call God down to be where we are and to help us in our situations, it’s a lot of focus on us. But something challenged me to step out from where I am and try to go to where He is. Try and see where He dwells! The Bible says that ‘Heaven is His throne and the Earth His footstool’. But no king lives on a throne. They sit on a throne and they rule from a throne, but they also go elsewhere. So, my challenge was to answer, ‘Where is the elsewhere for God? Where is it that He dwells? Where is He?’ And that’s what this project is all about, tapping into where He is.”

Prior to the EP’s release, tracks ’Strawberries’ and ‘I Need You’ were released as singles in June and July 2018. Received well by radio and other Gospel media platforms the accompanying video to ‘I Need You’ can be currently viewed on TV channels TBN and Trace Gospel.

‘Empowered By Where You Are’ is available for download now on iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play or can be streamed on Spotify.

• About EmpoweredBy
EmpoweredBy is the music ministry movement founded by physician, Dr. Warren King, in 2017. The ministry collaborates with various vocalists to create a series of themed ‘EmpoweredBy…’ EPs that explore different topics of the Christian faith through musical expression. The aim of the ministry is to enhance the worship experience of believers as well as bring a deeper understanding of the topics. Warren has been involved in music for the past 25 years. He was a member of UK Gospel group ‘All ‘Bout Christ (ABC)’ who is best known for their popular track ‘I’m Letting Go’ released in 2010. He has also been a bass player in Bazil Meade’s London Community Gospel Choir (LCGC), played for Michelle Williams at Big Church Day Out 2017, and has played for multiple mainstream artists including Shaggy, Blue, and the Sugar Babes.
In addition to being a doctor and an instrumentalist Warren is also a song-writer and producer.

Follow EmpoweredBy at:
Website https://empoweredby01.wixsite.com/empoweredby
Instagram @empoweredby01 https://www.instagram.com/empoweredby01/
Twitter @Empoweredby01 https://twitter.com/Empoweredby01

• About Jason Nicholson-Porter
Currently known for wowing the British public with his Gospel performances on The Voice UK 2018 as part of Team JHUD, Jason Nicholson-Porter is a dynamic singer-songwriter whose passion and love for Praise and Worship resonates through his live and recorded performances.

The first born of nine children Jason was born in Spanish Town, Jamaica and moved to London, England as a teenager. His first encounter with singing was at the age of five years old where he performed his first solo. Having been exposed to music and singing from an early age Jason’s influence and drive to develop his gift was largely a result of his parents who were both involved in music ministry. Jason now boasts over twenty-five years performance experience, including singing backing vocals for Emelie Sande and Wretch 32.

Follow Jason Nicholson-Porter at:
Website https://www.jasonnicholsonporter.com/
Instagram @official__jnp https://www.instagram.com/official__jnp/
Twitter @official__jnp https://twitter.com/official_jnp
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJNP/

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Glory Ehizefua Obamhen known musically as EFUA hail from Edo State – NIGERIA.

She is a vocalist, songwriter, and one of the most inspirational worship leaders of the moment. Born on 11th of June.
EFUA’s music and writings have reached millions of people by fostering encouragement, hope, healing, and strengthening lives.

This song cover ”Even When it Hurts” its a song of encouragement and believe this song has made me more stronger in faith that no matter what the situation maybe we should keep praising God.

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Straight from J.I.L Nation comes this heavy collaboration between OluwaTomi and Oba Reengy titled Ibile Jesu. The tune is a fusion of the Afro sound in Hip Hop, this is definitely a fire jam and the anthem for now.

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Abuja based cleric and Gospel music singer Fada Sheyin hinted about the release of his sophomore album “No Limit” when he released the last efforts – “Only Master” & “Yesu Na” featuring Solomon Lange in July. The album is corked, loaded and ready for release!
On Friday, 21st of September, 2018, the priest will light up the city of Abuja again, alongside Nigeria’s finest Gospel music ministers including Samsong, Solomon Lange, Steve Crown, Prospa Ochimana, Opera Davis, Timi Sax, Wole Oni, Donsam, Steve Willis and more.

Fada Sheyin has successfully hosted 2 editions of the Abuja Praise Trybe Concert. Last year, the concert pulled heavyweights such as Frank Edwards and Wole Oni to the city of Abuja, with an upcoming Gospel artiste walking away with a N200,000 prize money. He is substituting the “No Limit” concert for the former this year, but expect even a better experience than before!

The album will contain previously released singles such as “Yesu Na”, “Only Master” and “Higher” featuring Kennis Music artiste Joe El. The single was also complemented with a beautiful visual that enjoyed massive airplay on terrestrial TV.

Date: Friday 21st September, 2018

Time: 4pm (Red Carpet) | 5pm (Main Event)

Venue: Chida Event Centre, Jabi, Abuja

Connect:

Twitter: @fadashey

Instagram: @fadasheyin

Facebook: Fada Sheyin

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Edwin O (Gospel Melodies) is unique, amazing and versatile U.S. based music minister/artiste

On this song titled “SONGS OF MELODY TO GOD”HE expresses his soul to everyone with words of confession on the series of advantages of worship to God. what a fellowship we enjoy as Christians.

Download, listen and Share!!!

Connect with Edwin

Instagram:edwinokhumeode

Twitter:eokhumeode

Facebook:edwinokhumeode

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Psalm 28:7 “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy,and with my song I praise him.”

“This song came out of deep appreciation for how far God has brought me, after the release of 2 songs in 2016 and the multiple things God has done in my life, I cannot help but be thankful.

“Thank you for downloading this beautiful song and I hope it blesses you as much as it has blessed me.

“I hope that this song makes you look beyond your challenges and imperfections and instead makes you see how great God is and how much he deserves our praise today until forever. God bless you.” – Shola Aliogo

My Praise was produced by DJ Klem and mixed and mastered by DoktorSanti (17-17 Mixing).

LYRICS

MY PRAISE BY SHOLA ALIOGO

Verse 1:

You have done

What no man has done

Blessed, how no man can bless

What would I give you in return?

You have done

What no man has done

Blessed, how no man can bless oo

What would I give you in return?

Chorus:

But my praise, from the deepest part of my heart

All my praise, with the highest range of my voice

But my praise, from the deepest part of my heart

Yesterday, today, forevermore (2x)

Verse 2:

I give you all of me

I give you everything

This is all that I have to give

Just take it all, take it all

Please take my life and make it yours

Yesterday, today, forevermore

Chorus:

All my praise, from the deepest part of my heart

All my praise, with the highest range of my voice

All my praise, from the deepest part of my heart

Yesterday, today, forevermore (2x)

All my praise, from the deepest part of my heart

All my praise, with the highest range of my voice

All my praise, from the deepest part of my heart

Yesterday, today, forevermore (2x)

Forevermore (5x)

You have done

What no man has done

Blessed, how no man can bless

Take all my praise in return.

ABOUT SHOLA ALIOGO

Adeshola Aliogo was born in the 80’s. She is married with 2 lovely princesses to the best man in the world.

She is a Human Resources professional who also loves fashion. Singing is life to her and she is all about the gospel, love and life.

Shola released 2 songs in 2016 titled “Too much” and “Mighty God”.

CONNECT WITH SHOLA ALIOGO

Twitter: @CeeDeshola

Instagram: @Shola.Aliogo

Facebook: Adeshola Aliogo

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Femi Fasan drops a new single from the place of Spirit, passion and purpose fulfillment.
It is not the usual. It is AFRO POP!

“Ire Mi De” leaves a sweet taste in your heart, for every time you hear it. You connect with it personally, as everyone wants good in his or her life. It keeps you expectant and hopeful. It leaves you grateful and assured.

Femi Fasan is a prolific and diverse artist, who did not allow his passion and love for music to deter him from going all out to obtain his Bachelor’s Degree and his Executive Master Degree. On the contrary, he used every phase of his academical career and advancement as a tool to express his passion for Music.

He has served and led various choirs and musical organizations. He has received awards. He has also worked with many popular artists, among which are Samsong, Segun Obe, Ggenga Wise, Soji Israel and many others.

His admiration for Fred Hammond and Marvin Sapp majorly informed his decision to do Music in a positively unusual approach. That leaves the listener craving for more. He strongly believes that Song composition and delivery should always be done with uniqueness and expertise. Such that the listener is left with a lasting impression.

Produced by the maestro, Ambassador Wole Oni.

Connect:

Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @iamfemifasan

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Gospel Artiste Nathan Upgraded releases a new song “GOD OF MIRACLE”. A beautiful praise song acknowledging God as a miracle worker.

According to Nathan, “Miracles are real and they still happen! As you listen to this song, you can’t help but enjoy the Presence of the Spirit of God with an atmosphere of miracles. I can’t wait to hear your testimonies.”

DOWNLOAD LINK

LYRICS

Receive your healing

Get up and walk

Your miracle is here

Affirm amen!

Receive your healing

Get up and walk

Your miracle is here

Affirm amen!

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Come let’s glorify His name,

For real

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Bianule Onye ne me nma

Onye ne me nma aa!

He do me better

I stand on the Solid Rock

Your Word is firm

You alone are God X 2

Saviour and Friend

From East to west

And North to south

I’ll sing your praise

Mmiri n’ezo anumeso /So gi

Anwu n’amu anumeto /To gi

Ibu Chukwu

Onyewem

I no dey flop

I no dey fail

Na you alone be my Oga X2

Jesu Christi my number one

Hallelujah fun Oba Ogo

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Come let’s glorify His Name,

For real

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo

Bianule Onye ne me nma

Onye ne me nma aa!

He do me better

Hail the God of miracle X2

Praise the God of miracle X2 X2

Hail the God of miracle X2

Praise the God of miracle X2

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Come let’s glorify His Name,

For real

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Bianule Onye ne me nma

He do me better

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Come let’s glorify His Name,

For real

God of miracle is here

Today oooooooo!!!!

Bianule Onye ne me nma

He do me better

Hail the God of miracle X2

Praise the God of miracle X2 X2

Ad-lib: Hail the God of Miracle

Mmadu nile eh

Bianu ka’nyi kele ya

Hail the God of miracle X2

Praise the God of miracle X2

Connect with Nathan via:

Facebook, Twitter & Instagram

@NathanUpgraded

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Renowned worship leader and glorious God crooner Elijah Oyelade releases yet another masterpiece “God of Wonders”. The single is a follow up many other amazing songs he has released.
God of Wonders extols and expresses the unexplainable doings of God. A soul lifting song that will leave you in awe of His marvelous doings.

The song also resonates the ability of God to do the impossible for as many as can put their trust Him.

God of Wonders is produced by Abuja based music meastro SunnyPee.

Enjoy the soul lifting spiritual song “God of Wonders”.

Lyrics: GOD OF WONDERS

God of Wonders
Yahweh we glorify your name
Adonai
You reign and forever you will be our God
Yahweh
We bow to worship you

You are the Lord that is your name
And forever you will be our God
Miracle worker, wonder working God
You never fail, you never change
You do great and mighty things

God of Wonders
Yahweh we glorify your name
Adonai
You reign and forever you will be our God
Yahweh
We bow to worship you

Who is there like unto you oh God
Lord at your presence mountains move
The sea saw you fled
Jordan was driven back
You are the same yesterday and today
You do great and mighty things

God of Wonders
Yahweh we glorify your name
Adonai
You reign and forever you will be our God
Yahweh
We bow to worship you

Adonai
You reign and forever you will be our God
Yahweh
We bow to worship you

Connect with Elijah Oyelade on Social media
Twitter/IG: @elijahoyelade
Like on FB.com/elijahoyeladeofficial
YouTube.com/elijahoyelade

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ATLANTA, GA (August 8, 2018) Atlanta-based Lunjeal Music Group (LMG), one of the leading independent gospel record labels celebrates multiple nominations for the 49th Annual Dove Awards, announced today.

As the label’s flagship artist, 21-Year-Old accomplished singer-songwriter Jekalyn Carr and top nomination-getter earns three nominations for her second consecutive Billboard No.1 album ‘One Nation Under God.The album is the 4th-best selling gospel album debut this year. Carr is nominated for Gospel Artist of the Year, Traditional Gospel Album of the Year and Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for “Stay With Me.”

The GRAMMY and Two-Time Billboard Music Award nominated artist continues to make great strides across the globe musically so early in her musical career. Her extraordinarily passionate and grassroots fan base began when she was 12 in 2008. Fast forward to now, the 21-Year-Old leading Generation Z’er social media followers (800K) grown into one of the most loyal followings in recent indie memory.

Allen Carr, Founder & CEO, Lunjeal Music Group states, “We have watched the growth of Jekalyn, from her first major hit “Greater Is Coming” to now. I have to celebrate her consistency to bring great music and her doing what she loves to do whole heartedly. We are grateful to get such recognization as an independent label carrying an independent artist”. “We give God the Glory for the accomplishments that he has allowed us to partake in.”

The awards show will take place on Tuesday, October 16, at Lipscomb University. Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) will exclusively air the show on Sunday, October 21. Voting for the final winners will run August 20 through August 27.

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RCA Inspiration artists received eleven nominations for the 49th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Releases from gospel and inspirational superstars Kirk Franklin, Travis Greene, Koryn Hawthorne, Marvin Sapp, and The Walls Group and hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg garnered nominations in eight categories: Gospel Artist of the Year, New Artist of the Year, Urban Worship Album of the Year, Contemporary Gospel/Urban Album of the Year, Urban Worship Recorded Song of the Year, Contemporary Gospel/Urban Recorded Song of the Year, Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year, and Recorded Music Packaging of the Year. Additionally, RCAI artist Israel Houghton received a nomination for Spanish Language Album of the Year as a producer. Each year the GMA Dove Awards highlight the best in Christian and Gospel music, including Pop/Contemporary, Traditional Gospel, Contemporary Gospel, and other categories.

Phil Thornton, SVP and General Manager of RCA Inspiration says: “I’ve very happy for Kirk, Travis, Koryn, Marvin, Snoop, The Walls Group, and Israel! They work so hard perfecting their craft, day in and day out, and deserve this recognition. We appreciate the Doves continued support and I look forward to seeing an amazing show.”

The full list of RCA Inspiration’s GMA Dove Awards nominations is below. The 49th Annual GMA Dove Awards will be taped Tuesday, October 16th, 2018 in Nashville, TN, and air Sunday, October 21st, 2018 on TBN.

RCA Inspiration 2018 GMA Dove Award nominations:

Kirk Franklin (Fo Yo Soul/RCA Inspiration)

GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Travis Greene

GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR
URBAN WORSHIP ALBUM OF THE YEAR – Crossover: Live from Music City
URBAN WORSHIP RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – “You Waited”

Koryn Hawthorne

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR
CONTEMPORARY GOSPEL/URBAN RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – “Won’t He Do It” (ft. Roshon Fegan)

Israel Houghton

SPANISH LANGUAGE ALBUM OF THE YEAR (as producer) – Revive (Lucía Parker) (with Co-Producer Jake Salomon)

Marvin Sapp

TRADITIONAL GOSPEL RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – “Close”

Snoop Dogg (All The Time Entertainment/RCA Inspiration)

CONTEMPORARY GOSPEL/URBAN ALBUM OF THE YEAR – Snoop Dogg Presents Bible of Love
CONTEMPORARY GOSPEL/URBAN RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – “You” (ft. Tye Tribbett)

The Walls Group (Fo Yo Soul/RCA Inspiration)

TRADITIONAL GOSPEL RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – “And You Don’t Stop”
RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING OF THE YEAR – The Other Side (Art director: Tim Parker, Graphic designer: David Navejas, Photographer: Blair Campbell)

For more information on RCA Inspiration, visit:

Website: http://rcainspiration.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RCAInspiration

Instagram: @RCAInspiration

Twitter : @RCAInspiration

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Tobi Jeff Richards comes through with a new single titled ‘Timeless’.

Written by one of Nigeria’s finest gospel music ministers, Mike Abdul of the renowned Midnight Crew.

Tobi Jeff Richards is known for his unique sound that leaves you wanting more.

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Nigerian contemporary gospel music duo, Iyke David and Ukay popularly known as “Equation1” are back again with yet another Spirit-filled Worship song titled: “Na You be God”.

The song “Na You be God” serves as a follow-up to their previous Afro-pop music piece “Winner” which showcases their remarkable talent, passion and flexibility to create music across different genre and still maintain their strong gospel sound.

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Connect With Equation1
Facebook: equation1
Twitter: @equation1team
Instagram: @officialequation1

For More Inquiries Call:
08099440183 or 08067113047

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The dynamic 25-year old vocalist and rising gospel star, Ruth La’Ontra, has debuted at No. 30 on the Billboard Gospel Airplay chart with her new radio single, “I Got You.” The bouncy track is the Most Added Song at Gospel radio this week and it’s also the Greatest Gainer. The tune hails from her sophomore album, “I Got You” (ALJR/Tyscot Records). Available for streaming and download: http://smarturl.it/mh4gpa

The album was produced by the dynamic production duo of Anthony Brown (of the Grammy® Award nominated act, Anthony Brown & group therAPy) and Justin Savage.

“Ruth La’Ontra is such a unique gift,” says Savage who has collaborated with gospel greats ranging from Donnie McClurkin to Israel & New Breed. “Her vocal ability is so versatile and vast. This project will take listeners on an exciting journey of great music, her voice leading the way; destination, God’s presence. Ruth has an incredible future in the Gospel industry.

Get ready, Ruth La’Ontra is here!”

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(NASHVILLE, TN) – August 9, 2018 – Provident/Sony Music recording artist Tauren Wells celebrates multiple nominations across different categories for the 49th Annual Dove Awards, announced this week. Tauren Wells leads the pack of artist nominees with seven nominations, including Song of the Year (“Hills & Valleys”) and New Artist of the Year. The Dove Awards will take place on October 16, 2018 in Nashville, TN at Lipscomb University and broadcast on TBN on Sunday, October 21, 2018.

The GMA Dove Awards celebrate the contributions of artists from every style of Christian/Gospel music. Nominees are determined by over 1,600 professional members, and winners will be voted on by the entire GMA membership of nearly 2,500. Tauren Wells swept the 49th Dove Awards with nominations in seven categories:
Song of the Year, Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year, New Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year and Rap/Hip Hop Recorded Song of the Year.

Wells’ Grammy nominated and critically acclaimed solo debut album, Hills and Valleys, debuted top five on the Billboard Top Christian Charts after its June 23, 2017 release. Hills and Valleys earned two Grammy nominations for Best Contemporary Christian Album and Best Contemporary Christian Song. The album’s lead single and title track “Hills and Valleys” became a top 10 Billboard Christian Radio hit. Additionally, the single “Hills and Valleys” has received over 100 million digital streams and its accompanying acoustic style music video has been viewed over 22.2 million times. Hills and Valleys’ third single “When We Pray” peaked at number two Billboard National Airplay chart. In 2017, Wells was a guest on Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey’s “All the Hits” tour.

Wells’ current single, “Known,” is impacting radio now and sitting with a bullet on the Billboard Christian Airplay Chart. Starting September 20, GRAMMY® nominee, Dove Award winner, and Capitol recording artist, Danny Gokey’s first-ever headline tour with this fall’s “Hope Encounter” tour along with special guest, Riley Clemmons.

The Dove Awards will take place on October 16, 2018 in Nashville, TN at Lipscomb University and broadcast on TBN on Sunday, October 21, 2018. Voting for the final winners will run August 20 through August 27. Tickets for the show are available at www.doveawards.com.

For more information on Tauren Wells visit TaurenWells.com.

Watch video “Hills & Valleys” below;

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ABOUT TAUREN WELLS
Tauren Wells is the former lead-singer for the Christian Pop/Rock band Royal Tailor, which produced two albums over a five-year career, garnering two Grammy nominations and a New Artist of the Year award from the Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. Tauren Wells, debuted Hills and Valleys in 2017, his first full-length solo project and the follow-up to his debut EP, 2016’s Undefeated. His hit single “Hills and Valleys” was one of the most streamed Christian songs of 2017, according to Spotify. Along with featuring Wells as the cover artist, Spotify also placed the song as the first track on their Top Christian Hits of 2017 playlist.

His single “Undefeated” served as the soundtrack for the internet-famous Dude Perfect’s “World Records Edition” episode on YouTube which, along with another Dude Perfect video featuring the No. 1 single “Love Is Action,” has garnered more than 129.3 million views combined. “Undefeated” is also licensed by Fox Sports and heard regionally during NBA coverage. Additionally, the music video for “Hills and Valleys” has had an astounding 22.2 million views to date. His latest music video, for “When We Pray,” is already close to two million views and can be viewed here.

He and his wife of eight years, Lorna, are the proud parents to three boys, Kanaan, Lawson and Navy, who was just born in December. The family resides in Houston, Texas. In 2014, Wells, along with his wife, launched the Prisma Worship Arts School, a private music academy with multiple locations in the Houston area.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn (August 9, 2018) — Don Moen – internationally renown, multi-award winning worship artist and writer – is set to release his first book God Will Make a Way: Discovering His Hope in Your Story on October 16, 2018. The book will be published by Emanate Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson. The book is available for pre-order now at www.DonMoenBook.com.

Written with prominent biographer Robert Noland and featuring a foreword from World Champion Boxer Manny Pacquiao, God Will Make a Way shares the story behind the award-winning hallmark song of Moen’s career, and encourages readers to rest in the fact that God is always working, though often in ways we cannot see. Moen knows first-hand and wants others to know that no matter how dire the circumstances, God does not forget his children.

“As I’ve traveled around the world, I’ve seen God work in countless ways, bringing hope to people who have lost hope. I have seen Him make a way where there seemed to be no way, and I’m excited to share many of these stories in my new book,” said Moen.

“We are absolutely honored to partner with Don on his first, groundbreaking book God Will Make a Way,” said Joel Kneedler, publisher of Emanate Books. “His fans will immediately recognize Don’s heart in the pages of this book. He is the ultimate encourager and storyteller.”

Through personal stories and encouraging Scripture, Don provides comfort to those struggling with doubt. He reminds readers that the same God who parted the Red Sea, saving Moses and the children of Israel, is the same God we know and serve today.

Don Moen, a pioneer of the modern Praise and Worship movement, has spent his career as a worship leader, producer, songwriter, and music executive. Moen has sold over 5 MILLION records during his career. While a student at Oral Roberts University in the early 70s, Moen began touring with the musical group Living Sound and evangelist Terry Law. By 1986, Moen had recorded “Give Thanks” for the Hosanna Music! praise and worship series at Integrity Music, where he would serve as creative director, executive producer, and eventually, president of the label. During his tenure there, he sold more than 5 million units and signed worship leaders and songwriters, such as Paul Baloche, Ron Kenoly, Darlene Zschech, and many more. Today, Moen lives in Nashville, Tenn., with his wife, Laura, where he is president of Don Moen Productions and oversees his international nonprofit ministry, Worship in Action.

Emanate Books is where the Spirit meets the word. This Thomas Nelson imprint publishes and promotes content for the ever-growing nondenominational, charismatic community. Authors at Emanate have a passion for Jesus, an abiding trust in the veracity of the Scriptures, and believe in the present-day work of the Holy Spirit.

CONNECT WITH DON MOEN:
www.DonMoen.com
facebook.com/DonMoenMusic
instagram.com/DonMoen
twitter.com/DonMoen

PRE-ORDER GOD WILL MAKE A WAY:
www.DonMoenBook.com

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Nashville, TN (August 10, 2018) – Today, six-time GRAMMY® winning artist, ISRAEL HOUGHTON, unveiled the cover art for his highly anticipated album, Road To DeMaskUs. In addition to sharing the cover with his fans, Houghton launched the album’s second single, “Promise Keeper,” featuring Travis Greene.

Road To DeMaskUs will release in September and is available for pre-order on September 7th. Road To DeMaskUs is a nod to the popular Biblical tale of the Apostle Paul’s journey of transformation. The title displays an intentionally creative spelling as it encourages the removal of all the “masks” we find ourselves wearing in life. Whether we are masking our emotions, or masking our authentic selves, Houghton is passionate about reminding people that God’s love is not based upon who we are pretending to be. Rather, it is present & available for us exactly as we are. Houghton’s prayer is that this album becomes a tool to help de-mask us.

Last month, Houghton announced the Road To DeMaskUs Tour, which will kick off on September 27th in conjunction with the new album. The tour will begin in Chicago and make stops in twelve cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, and Detroit.

A world-renowned artist, producer, and songwriter whose career spans over two decades, Houghton just received a GMA Dove Award nomination for Spanish Language Album of the Year as a producer for Lucía Parker’s, Revive.

Israel Houghton, “Promise Keeper” (ft. Travis Greene) is available now:

For more information on Israel Houghton please visit:

https://www.israelhoughton.net/

https://www.facebook.com/IsraelHoughton/

Twitter: @israelhoughton

https://www.instagram.com/israelhoughton/

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Lizzy Gold is a true worshiper, a multi talented artist and songwriter. She’s a soul lifter with a strong vocal strength, the CEO OY Organics Skin Care, an Event planner and a make up artist.

“CHIOMAM” is a song she wrote in her pain. In her words;

“When I thought the whole world had come to an end… I heard the Holy Spirit clearly reminding me of the people that died in the same hospital I was admitted last year July 4th 2017 and how that CHIOMAM brought me back to life”

CHIOMAM is a prophetic song that declares to you the promises of God! Produced by AMADIN IHEGIE.

Connect

Instagram | Facebook | Twitter: @lizzyonyin

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Nigerian Outstanding Gospel Artiste, Topmost has released a brand new mind-blowing tune titled, “ELELE GOD” under the label GMP Records. The song, Elele God describes the awesomeness and greatness of God’s Mighty Power, it reveals God in a new dimension and will keep you worshiping all day.

This master piece Audio and Video was Produced and Directed Ben Jossy.

Watch video below;

Contact:

Twitter: @its_topmost
Instagram: @its_topmost
Facebook: @topmostofficial
website : www.gmprecords.com

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