OFFICIAL VIDEO: Jid-Vocals - Praiznified Featuring Jennifer and Phil-O

OFFICIAL VIDEO: Jid-Vocals - Praiznified Featuring Jennifer and Phil-O

Last month, Jid-Vocals released the official music video for his single, Praiznified.  Here's the press release, followed by the video:

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Jid-Vocals Unveils Tracklist in Anticipation of Debut Album Release

Jid-Vocals Unveils Tracklist in Anticipation of Debut Album Release

Last week, I got an email from Jid-Vocals, a Nigerian gospel artiste based in Ukraine, informing me of his upcoming album release.  My initial reaction was joy.

Why?  Because not every artiste makes it to that stage.  If you have noticed in the last few years, a lot of artistes (Christian and secular alike) release singles.  In fact, nowadays, it is so common for Nigerian artistes to release singles and make them free.  But how many of them get as far as releasing albums? To take it further, how many of them release albums with original music (not just re-singing popular praise and worship songs).  Not many.  So, it is something to be celebrated.  

The press release that came with the news will follow shortly.  Meanwhile, please pay attention in particular to the anticipated release date.  If you are not familiar with Jid-Vocal's music, please check out his songs featured on this blog.  I especially recommend Kabio'osi and The King's Party.

And now, the press release:

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6 Artistes You Should Listen to This Week: Christmas Edition

6 Artistes You Should Listen to This Week: Christmas Edition

With all the Christmas shopping and heavy spending that is going on this season, we need to be reminded of just what exactly we are celebrating. Jesus is the reason for the season. I have said it.  Now, let these six artistes sing it to you in their own words.  Music conveys the message effectively, don't you agree?

Oh, and before I forget, Merry Christmas! Have an awesome, fun-filled, joyous, fantabulous (okay, enough adjectives.  Let me save some for 2014) Christmas!

1. PCE Crew - Silent Night / O Holy Night (Acapella Medley)

PCE Crew is a Nigerian gospel / Christian group consisting of five men based in the DC-Maryland-Virginia (DMV) area in the US.  Earlier this year they released their sophomore album titled Rewired.  After 'dashing' their fans two songs from that album ('Nobody' and 'Winna Remix'), they are rounding off the year with two Christmas singles, sang acapella (no music).  I think they should perform more acapella songs.  Enjoy 'Silent Night' and 'Holy Night' below:

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OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO: Jid-Vocals - Kabio'osi (Royalty) Featuring Mqhele

OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO: Jid-Vocals - Kabio'osi (Royalty) Featuring Mqhele

Gospel music sensation Jid~Vocals released the much-anticipated video for his previously premiered single Kabio`osi (Royalty) (song review here) which accentuates the indescribable attributes of an awesome God.

Enjoy the piece from the Elite Award recipient for Ukraine`s best gospel act as well as NGMA and CGA nominee. The video was shot in Ukraine.

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This Friday's Free Downloads | Featured Artiste: Jid-Vocals

This Friday's Free Downloads | Featured Artiste: Jid-Vocals

I have missed this series for a few weeks now.  Did you notice? I did *shines teeth*

Jid-Vocals // ReverbNation

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SONG REVIEW: Kabio'osi (Royalty) - Jid-Vocals, featuring Mqhele (Zimbabwean)

SONG REVIEW: Kabio'osi (Royalty) - Jid-Vocals, featuring Mqhele (Zimbabwean)

Jid-Vocals is a Nigerian gospel artiste, based in Ukraine.  He had already released a single titled 'None Compares' (see video below) earlier this year.  He is back with another single titled Kabio'osi (Royalty), a song written in English and Yoruba.  He features a Zimbabwean gospel artiste, Mqhele, on this track as well.

Kabio'osi (alternatively called Kabiyesi) is a Yoruba term/name used to address kings.  It means 'Unquestionable.'  This song is an expression of Jid-Vocals (and Mqhele's) 'take' on the fact that Jesus, the King of Kings, is unquestionable.

Jid-Vocals and Mqhele

Listen to 'Kabio'osi (Royalty) below:

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