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Dame Drummer

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By Nigeria Anderson

Master Creative

Dame Drummer, a singer-songwriter, Grammy-certified producer and award-winning filmmaker, is dedicated to nurturing culture through music and film.  Drummer’s creative gifts have reached people all over the world.  In 2013, Drummer released his debut self-produced album Breathe.  The album takes you through a journey of life, love, pain and victory.  He continued to develop his catalog with releases of self-produced full length albums entitled Loveolution (A Love Letter To Black Folks), Aye Yai Yai, featuring controversial songs like Burn It Down and Get What You Gave that provide a super melodic presentation on critical race theory.  The title song, Aye Yai Yai, is Drummer’s first song he wrote after battling deep depression that almost cost him his life.  Drummer’s first film, Black Daddy: The Movie, had sold out shows at Battery SF, Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival and Yoshi’s Oakland.  His current album Our Love, features his debut single Simply Beautiful, an Al Green classic.  The single was recorded to pay homage to Al Green for inspiring a young Dame Drummer.  Our Love features songs like Angel, Dance and Run It Up.  Let’s just say you’re in for a real musical journey. 

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Teri Tobin

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By Nigeria Anderson

GOOD MORNING LOVE

There are layers to award-winning soul singer, songwriter and producer Teri Tobin.  Each layer reveals a lusher depth, a more meaningful experience, an expressive passion and an abiding generosity, in Tobin’s music and womanhood.  All of who Tobin is and what she’s lived through comes through her testimonial of song.  For example, Good Morning Love is a song full of emotions and personal love notes.  Good Morning Love is not just another love song.  It is a song of endearment, for you, me and the love hidden inside of us. Tobin admits she was born with a love jones, being her birthday is on Valentine’s Day.   Therefore, the chances of Tobin singing a love song, healing message and promoting self-love and acceptance, she received it honestly.  To put things in perspective.  Teri Tobin performed background work with Joe, Mica Paris, Chico Debarge and Chante Moore.   Moving from background to center stage has not been an easy feat.

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SAMAR NEWSOME

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By Nigeria Anderson

New EP Fearless (Fear-Less)

Samar Newsome is a soulful vocalist, fusion keyboardist, and diverse producer.  Studying formally at Westminster Choir College and growing up with local recording artists and church musicians in the city of Newark, NJ. Samar was guided musically under diverse tutelage.  He served as the music director at Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn, NY, where he has worked closely with gospel recording artists like Bebe Winans, Israel Houghton and Darwin Hobbs.  Samar is currently working on his new EP, Fearless, featuring his debut single I Feel Good, which is quickly moving up the radio charts. Many of us have been reeling in our uncertain economy, with uncertainty if the vaccine protects against the new strain COVID threats. We should all feel grateful that we are still here to give thanks.  Samar Newsome has worked with a wide variety of artists.  I Feel Good was created to remind us not to falter in our faith.  A friendly reminder of how blessed we truly are as believers. 

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Pastor David Wright

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By Nigeria Anderson

New Release Miracles

Pastor David Wright is the third of five sons of Gospel legend Rev. Timothy Wright and Evangelist Betty Wright. Pastor David Wright began his ministry at the tender age of 16.  He began playing the organ with no classical training or conventional lessons, it came to him by way of the  anointing of God, after a 3-day shut-in with prayer.  Many have enjoyed his musical projects such as Clap Your Hands, I Will Live, Our God Reigns, Mighty Long Way, Through It All, God Has Been So Good and now we can enjoy his new project Miracles.  Pastor David Wright is an accomplished musician, producer, songwriter and choir director. Paying it forward, he teaches musician workshops around the country for the next generation.  Pastor Wright’s Godfather Records is an established gospel music record label.  The label was envisioned by The Godfather of Gospel, Rev. Timothy Wright.  Godfather Records is a home for artists whose focus is on ministry of music and not popularity.  Pastor David Wright & New York Fellowship Mass Choir new project Miracles is available on all digital platforms.

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Marcus Jordan

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By Nigeria Anderson

I CAN

Marcus Jordan has been a musical prodigy since 7 years old.  Marcus is a pastor’s kid but going to church and singing did not bother him one bit.  As he pursued his interest in music, he performed with groups.  Enhancing his skills in singing, songwriting and playing keyboard. Quickly becoming known throughout Houston as one of the most sought after keyboard players. Marcus Jordan began playing for various churches and opportunity knocked.  Music World Entertainment hired him as a house band keyboard player.  That’s when you can say, your gifts will make room for you.  I know you wanna say what? Playing for the world.  NOPE just being in the world and working as a musician, playing for artists such as Solange Knowles, IB3, Angie Stone, Brian Courtney Wilson, Kurt Carr, Juanita Bynum and Trinitee 5:7. Listen to our interview to find out what happen while touring.

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ETHAN KENT

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By Nigeria Anderson

Ethan Kent Sings God Is Good

Ethan Kent is a musician, songwriter, producer and singer.  He enjoys sharing what’s on his heart. Most of us have been emotionally drained coping with this global pandemic. However, it is in the midst of trouble we can lament for God to show up.  It is in that moment our cries causes us to triumphant and be victorious. Ethan Kent released a new single titled God Is Good. There are few guarantees in life but God Is Good is one you can count on.  God Is God is Ethan turning tragedy into a triumph of faith.  As Christians we understand that in the midst of a storm, Jesus shows up and can command peace. His song God Is Good was a response to his mother being hospitalized and due to the pandemic he was not able to visit.  He wrote God Is Good and had the nurses play it to comfort his mother. The song is a testimony we all should keep on repeat. (more…)

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Frank Caldwell

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By Nigeria Anderson

I Am Caldwell LLC. Music & Community

Frank Caldwell is a songwriter, singer, speaker and a mental health advocate.  He is the founder of I Am Caldwell LLC. Currently he has a new release titled Overcome an inspirational anthem to encourage listeners during this pandemic time.  Frank Caldwell grew up singing. He turned his passion into a career.  Some of Frank’s songs have landed on billboard R&B charts. There is no one genre Frank favors, he is able to bring it all including gospel. I Am Caldwell LLC is spreading love and music all around the world.  Frank is affiliated with NAMI and committed to his work bringing joy to all.  His main goal is connecting mental health services to those in lower-income communities.

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JOKIA

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By Nigeria Anderson

JOKIA Writer & Worshiper

In a relatively short amount of time, Jokia has invited listeners to engage in worship in a way that few other artists can. She has a gift for singing and songwriting and desires to share it with the world. Jokia has stated that her music ministry goals are to be acknowledged as a worshipper. She wants her music to set listener’s free by the grace of Jesus Christ.  Jokia writes and sings from her heart, lending to genuine worship. Her latest single Yahweh comes at a very important time. Both in her personal life and a great clarion call for all to sing during this time of COVID19 and our nation’s unrest due to police murders.

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Christopher Marciano

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By Nigeria Anderson

CHRISTOPHER MARCIANO

Christopher Marciano is a singer and songwriter climbing his way to the top song by song.  At a young age, Christopher Marciano began writing to express his feelings.  He was challenged in school because of the way he spoke. In spite of his many challenges,  writing was an outlet that landed him on several platforms you will hear about during our interview. Every now and then I get an email which captures my full attention.  Christopher’s was one. He is burgeoning his way into our hearts with songs like Runaway, I’m Just Me, Straight Jacket and my favorite Discussion. Christopher is fresh out of the studio with another gem In Love With Your Lover.

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Gene Moore

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By Nigeria Anderson

Gene Moore’s Tunnel Vision

Gene Moore is a man who grew up listening to soul music and now has created gospel soul with a declaration of faith.  His new project Tunnel Vision launched us in with an Anthem Won’t Be Moved. Including other messages in his music such as Ask for Rain, Take Care and Depending On You. All are statements of faith and placing trust in the Lord thy God. His sounds are to encourage us and remind us to stay focus on Christ.  Gene Moore was nominated for his first Grammy this year for Best Gospel Album for his sophomore album Tunnel Vision. So we are super excited to have him as one of our KeyPlayers. I have seen him live and it is a Holy Ghost Party for real. Don’t be fooled by the groove, his lyrics are clear and his message is sound.

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