The siblings' duo of Erica and Jessica released 'Mutima Wanjye Shima' official video and said that it is based on trying moments they have been through some days ago and God reminded them that in good or bad they have to be thankful.
The video is of a song, based on the Bible read Psalm 103: 2 where people get to be reminded of praising and thanking God. Erica said that the song has been kept as a written piece and they changed the style. She added, "We decided to release this song so as to strengthen us in our life because we have been through a lot. We've been in a situation where nobody could imagine that we could thank God. But the Holy Spirit reminded us that there is a lot to be thankful for. "
The duo said that this song is not only about preaching, but also encouraging people to revisit themselves. Erica shared that the time they have been in was not easy at all and so they are trying to think of anyone who might be going through a lot now as well. "There might be someone who is going through some hard times. For us, our hearts were so tired that we couldn't be thankful. However, God came to our rescue and we praised him, " said Erica.
Jessica revealed that they both grew up in a Sunday School and kids' choir and that is where they learned singing. They went to Uganda and India for further studies and that is when they created their clue and could be invited to sing at different events. Before officially becoming singers, they prayed for it and got some support, especially from their families.
The two confirm that their music is built on prayers and always calling upon the Holy Spirit. They are aware of some who joined the Gospel Music industry and now are nowhere to be found. With that being said Erica added, "The first song we did 'Umunyenkomezi' we had no idea of how people could welcome us or react. We are so thankful to you all who played roles in making this song a hit. People from Rwanda and Diaspora tell us that they liked the song."
So far, the duo has five songs out and they normally write songs based on people or their daily lives and the dreams they may have as well as other inspirations according to the holy spirit's guidance to them.
by Kajette
A gospel artist, Gentil Misigaro has a concert in Canada which had a lot of attendants until when some were supposed to go home without setting their feet in the place as it was completely full and tickets were sold out.
It is under the name ‘Amashimwe Concert’, and it took place in Ottawa where Gentil was with James & Elsa, Soleil, Clark and Dairo. Entrance fees were $30 for the regular seat, $50 for couples and $10 for children aged 10-15.
Via his social media platforms, Misigaro expressed his gratitude to God for enabling him to deliver such an amazing concert to his very many fans. He thanked the fans for showing up as many as he couldn’t imagine and he apologized to those who couldn’t get in yet purchased tickets. Therefore he announced that whoever missed out on this concert yet bought the ticket will get a refund of the money.
In his statement, he said, “In the name of ‘Amashimwe Concerts’ I would like to thank everyone and apologize to those who denied entering the concert due to the hall being completely full. There was a list made of people who didn’t manage to enter yet had their tickets with them. You will get a refund of your money on the contact information you shared.
In an exclusive interview with InyaRwanda, Gentil Misigaro the ‘Biratungana’ hitmaker shared that his concert in Ottawa was beyond his imagination. “The concert blew our minds and people were so happy, singing with me all of the songs not leaving out the new ones as we were doing some live recording and they could sing as if they already knew the songs,” said Misigaro.
With his cousin brother, Adrien Misigaro, Gentil Misigaro is expected to perform in Kigali on July 3, 2022, at Canal Olympia in the ‘Each One Reach One Concert’ that will be resumed after being banned due to covid-19 pandemic in March 2020.
by Kajette
A Rwandan Gospel artist, Charles Kagame got married to Immaculee Umuhoza in an amazing ceremony that took place in Nairobi Kenya.
The 'Amakuru' hitmaker revealed that getting married won't stop him from doing music as some have been wondering about based on other artists. Instead, he confirmed that this is going to be way better since his wife will be supporting his music career. With that, he alerted a new song, "My wife will support me, share ideas as well. Very soon, get ready for a new song," Kagame said.
The Australian-based Rwandan, Kagame said that before going back to Australia, after the wedding they will have to come and stay in Rwanda. He is a Christian in the 'Lifehouse Church' located in Coffs Harbour City. In the industry, his hit songs are 'Ahindura Ibihe', 'Tubagarure', 'Ntuzibagirwe', 'Naragukunze', 'Amakuru, 'Uranyuzwe', and 'Umuzingo' amongst others.
When he joined music, he was immediately signed under Moriah Entertainment, a Gospel Expert Company that supports gospel talents, initiated by Eric Mushukano Mugisha. Patient Bizimana, Aline Gahongayire, Gaby Kamanzi, Richard Nick Ngendahayo, Kanuma Damascene, Fortran Bigirimana, and others are among the biggest name under Moriah Entertainment as well.
In February 2021, Charles Kagame released his ‘Amakuru’ which boosted his name and it was after an accident he had from which he got his arm broken. While sharing this song, he told InyaRwanda that he wrote this song in a way to warn people to just be humble in whatever they might possess since God is the provider of it all, “The song is about people who are over proud due to respect they have in the community yet it is God the provider. I wanted to warn them and remind them the best role model for Christian is Jesus Christ who always treated everyone with love and humbleness. One can be a high profiled person, but still in all be humble,” he said.
By Kajette
The now so commonly known ‘Catholic All-Stars’ collaborated with a big name in the gospel industry, Aline Gahongayire and they did a remix of one of the most favourite songs for catholic Christians.
That is no other than ‘Dore Inyange Yera De’ by Priest Dr Fabien Hagenimana. The song was first released in 1987 when Hagenimana was done with his studies at Rwesero. The main theme was about a child who is so proud of their parents and so praises them for being God’s favorite and becoming the mother of Jesus Christ.
Note that Priest Dr Fabien Hagenimana has been in the field of songwriting and most of his songs are hits, like ‘Roho w’Imana Ngwino’, ‘Ni Wowe Rutare Rwanjye’, ‘Nimwishime Munezerwe’, ‘Mariya Nyina w’Umwami’, ‘Nguyu Umugati’ amongst other many.
In an interview with a local media house, InyaRwanda, Emmy Pro the Catholic All-Stars representative expressed how grateful they are to Aline Gahongayire who accept to feature in that song yet it was initially from the Catholic church in the past 35 years.
“Aline Gahongayire encouraged us and was so active in doing that project. Special thanks to all the singers in that song especially Gahongayire who listened and welcome our ideas well enough and joined us,’ said Emmy Pro. “We extend our thanks priest who gave us the green light to redo his song. As the Catholic All-Stars, we aim at remixing such songs and making them sound so amazing to the lovers and so they can be used in worshipping the Almighty God.”
Emmy Pro did the audio production of the song while Aime Pride from Universal Records did the video. 'Dore Inyange Yera De' by Priest Dr Fabien Hagenimana becomes the second song that Aline Gahongayire featured in with this group. It came after ‘Byohe Bihira Abakunda Imana’ by Sr Kamana and more than 230k have watched it.
by K.K
On Friday, May 3 at the Prayer House in Kicukiro, that is when the Christocentric duo featuring Aime Uwimana delivered an amazing concert under the theme "Christocentric Worship Night".
It has been a thing that most Gospel concerts take place at the Prayer House, and loads of youth show up at the venue which proves how willing the generation is in praising and worshiping the Almighty God since the concerts were resumed after being prohibited due to Covid-19 pandemic
The event was organized by Christocentric Worship, headlined by Pastor Gaby and his sister, Claire Ikirezi, and the mates. The renowned gospel artist, Aime Uwimana was an invited guest. The revealers enjoyed the concert and had the anointed evening by all means through worship.
While Aime Uwimana sang two of his songs and one collaboration he has with this duo dubbed 'Umpe Akanya Yesu'; on the other hand, amongst other common songs of praising and worshipping, Christocentric Worship sang four songs on their debut album 'Naratsinze' as they also shot the songs' videos throughout.
This kind of concert was last held in 2018 and so they declared that so many projects are on the way, including releasing songs, albums, and more Christocentric Worship Nights.
" The event went well, we are so grateful to God who stood with us through it all as we aim at spreading God's love," said Pastor Gabriel Ngamije, also known as Pastor Gaby. "Special thanks to everyone who came to support us. We can't thank them enough at all," he added.
by K.G
Gentil and Adrien Misigaro who made their names withinside the gospel tune are organizing to renew a live performance that turned into formerly hindered by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The `Buri Munsi`and `Hano Ku Isi` hit makers, Gentil Misigaro and Adrien Misigaro are without doubt cousins and great buddies as nicely and while one organizes a live performance, the opposite aids it because it virtually is their very personal occasion.
The quickly renewed live performance turned into without a doubt closed through an announcement that the City of Kigali shared some hours earlier than the occasion with the motive being, Covid-19 prevention measures. When requested approximately while they're set to renew the live performance, they shared that it's far on July 3, 2022, at Canal Olympia, Rebero and so the duo is so glad with this selection for the reason that cancellation of the preceding occasion were given them to lose more than Rwf 14 Million.
"We are so glad to renew our live performance in Kigali after some years. The Package we have now has some additional and new songs compared to the 20220. David Salonen, a very pro-American in the live performance sound will be there as well as Dr. Scott Dudley, the BelPres leader in Seattle WA," said Gentil.
The "Each One Reach One Concert will be highlighted by some surprises and gifts to all the revealers who will purchase tickets for the concert. The two have not been doing songs recently since one resides in Canada and the other in the USA and the borders on both ends were mostly closed as they told the local media house, InyaRwanda.com.
by K.G
In a very quick and short notice shared on the social media platforms, Gentil Misigaro Management team shared that his concert got postponed.
The themed ‘Amashimwe Concert’ which was scheduled on May 15, 2022 in Ottawa was postponed and later got shifted to June 12 as they declared that this very hard decision to go with was caused by the reasons they can’t handle at all.
The announcement said, “Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we regret to inform you that our AMASHIMWE Concert in Ottawa on May 15th, 2022 has been postponed to the 12th of June 2022. We made this difficult decision to postpone because of circumstances beyond our control.”
The venue was a root cause of this all as they shared, “We encountered a problem with the previous Venue and we had to change the location and Date. Concert will take place at..1026 Baseline Road, Ottawa, ON K2C 0A6. (Crosspointe Dominion Centre Ottawa).”
However, the facts remain positive in the hands of those who have already bought their tickets ahead since they will still be allowed to use the vouchers as it was made clear in that announcement, “For those who have already bought the tickets ahead we appreciate you greatly. Your tickets will still be admissible at the new Venue on the 12th of June.”
With the warm gratitude over the patience and apologetic gestures to the slight changes, the team expressed that they are willing to help and understand the clients concerns. May one encounter any concern in regards to this at all? Reach out to them via email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
by K.J
For the very first time in Nairobi-Kenya, there was an historical Rwandan Gospel artists concert and this left a very big lesson to the mind behind it, Prosper Nkomezi.
As per our last story, the concert was supposed to take place on May 15, 2022, and it did. The revealers showcased it, they were amazed by it. Surely, their most likely songs are; ‘Amamara’, ‘Hallelujah’, ‘Nzakingura’ and ‘Hahiriwe’ as they expressed their appreciation towards them. It was his very first time in Kenya, but now he made his entrance such a memorable one.
Nkomezi shared that he learnt a lot from the concert, “I need to increase some moments to praise and worship the Almighty God since he does it all alone. Special thanks to the company that helped to organize the event. After this, I am going worldwide, since it is one of my goals this year.”
The next destinations in Africa and other continents will be soon communicated. Prosper Nkomezi declared that God’s goodness and grace were filled in the church where the concert was being held. He said, “God’s presence was in the place. Their warm and amazing welcome with happiness was spectacular. They came in as many as possible and were so surprised as well as amazed by the concert results.”
The concert dubbed ‘Prosper Nkomezi Live Concert in Kenya’ was organized in partnership with Sensitive Limited, a company that has its name on some people’s hearts when it comes to planning such big concerts. Some big-name owners like Adonis Muco from Gisubizo Ministries Kenya and Liliane Kabaganza were there too.
The vibes remained positive as the audience could sing along with the artists. The preparedness and talent of Nkomezi made it quite amazing.
by K.J
In celebrating this year’s Easter; some big name worshipers from Burundi and the region came together in a song called 'Yarazutse’. To Christians all over the world, Easter is a great day to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ who provided free salvation by dying on the cross and being resurrected after 3 days.
An Australian-based, David Nduwimana wrote the song while Fabrice Nzeyimana soundtracked with Landry Guez to produce the video. The 7 Gospel artists from Burundi and the East African Region namely: Fabrice & Maya Nzeyimana, Willy Uwizeye, Dudu.T Niyukuri, Fortran Bigirimana, David Nduwimana, and Apollinaire Habonimana.
Though they all live on different continents, they have found it best to join forces and wish all Christians on Earth a Happy Easter. What they have in common is that they are indisputably popular in Burundi and the Region and all of them have spent many years in Gospel music. This song introduces them to various activities they want to do in support of worship and worship music in Burundi and the Region.
David Nduwimana who wrote the song ‘Yarazutse’ which means ‘He resurrected’ revealed the message he wanted to convey, “To those who are listening to him will return to the place and remember the work of the cross as a ‘game changer’, remembering the script in John 3:16 is not just words, it is not just information, it is life. This is the best opportunity to receive Jesus Christ as the Savior. Let’s be in the family of God's children.”
He reminded Christians that Easter is not only celebrated on one day but also on a daily basis. He asserted that his confession had been obtained through torture. He continued, “Jesus has made new history for us, Jesus has given us life, Jesus is the true path to the Father!”
To all Gospel artists, Nduwimana suggests that they serve in collaboration without competing with one another since that will do great work on the Godly ministry. The very same statements were getting huge repeats from other artists in this banger.
Fabrice Nzeyimana who featured in this song and did the audio production told InyaRwanda that the artists in this some are in France, Australia, Kenya, America, Burundi, and Rwanda. However this was not an easy way to go, but the challenges didn’t stop them to put their talents together with an aim to support the regional gospel industry and this is one of the very many other projects to come. They all expressed their gratitude to each and everyone who supported their cause.
To wrap up Nzeyimana said, “Our message is that what Christ did is the foundation of all our beliefs. Although there are many religions, there is only one grave that we know, that of Jesus. He is alive and well, and everyone who believes in him is resurrected! We ask those who do not believe in him to receive him because he is the only way to our Father, God.”
Prosper Nkomezi is announcing the artists who will be performing with him at an upcoming concert in Kenya. So far he has announced Liliane Kabaganza and Gisubizo Ministries-Kenya.
The expected concert on May 15, 2022 goes by the theme ‘Prosper Nkomezi Live Concert in Nairobi’ and it will be held at the Calvary Covenant Center which once hosted the Rwanda Team of Healing Worship.
Nkomezi is set to perform in Kenya on the above mentioned date after leaving Burundi where he had three consecutive concerts as he performed on 6, 7 & 14 January 2022 at Jesus Grace Church, Life Center Church and Shemeza Worship Temple which is under the direction of Apostle Apollinaire.
The ‘Hallelujah’ hitmaker featuring James & Daniella has managed to announce some of the Gospel artists who will be performing in his live concert. A Kenya based artist, Liliane Kabaganza who has a high profile and respected name in the gospel industry in the region is one of the expected performers as well as the Nairobi Gisubizo Ministries.
Let’s be reminded that Liliane Kabaganga has been popular ever since she sang in Rehoboth Ministries. The expected artist in Kenya, Prosper Nkomezi is a prominent figure in Gospel music in Rwanda, and is a well-known young man in concerts. His talent was first highlighted in Aime Uwimana’s performance on October 14, 2018. Since then, he has been gaining traction in Gospel music.
Nkomezi is so popular in different songs that appeal to the hearts of many including: "He Can Do It", "I Will Never Give Up", "You Are Protected" and more. Click here and watch as you listen to his new song "Hallelujah" in which he collaborated with James and Daniella.
This very new band of young guys aims at helping people in relation to the gospel ministry and worship as their way to support the industry. Drups Band is a group of musicians; both singers and some who play musical instruments. Healing the broken hearts is one of their goals via using other artists’ songs.
The band also plans to be featured in some songs as well as backing some other artists and choirs, perform in various concerts, and more so that they can keep on learning from their superiors. Therefore, they will do their own songs.
As the founder, Patrick Mugisha revealed in an interview with a local media house, supporting talented musicians is one of their focuses. Especially the ones who are still students or just finished high school and have no funds to pay for the music courses.
Mugisha said, “We want to change some histories and put the Rwandan gospel music to a higher level in both singing and playing the musical instruments as the band's uniqueness.”
All this started based on the online drum playing course they used to provide and so after learning how people liked it, and later they recruited other members and went on with doing ‘song covers’ They have done eight songs in total, including the international artists’ and locals’ like ‘Nkoresha’ by James & Daniella, ‘Papa’ by Vestine & Dorcas.
The band is made of Patrick Mugisha, Alice Nikokeza, Esther Tuyizere, Bertrand Rukundo, Sam Gentil Izere, Peruth Musoni Mbarushimana, Phallonne Shalom, Liliane Tuyishimire, Eddy Hakizimana, and Emelyne Penzi.
A Canada-based Rwandan Gospel artist, Christina Senga B said that everyone who will listen to her new song ‘Turi Umwe’ has to believe that heaven is open for her/him.
Senga B revealed this in an interview with Inyarwanda as she said, “I was thinking about problems that people go through in this world and end up desperate, while questioning God's existence and whether He knows them. In the middle of my thoughts, I heard the words ‘I know you and I know your name. I knew you before you were born. Your existence was never an accident.”
She wrote the song ‘Turi Umwe’ in 2019. The ‘ ‘Ndabizi’ featuring Adrien Misigaro, ‘Biremera’ and ‘Ndakomeje’ hits maker added that this new song will be a heaven opener to everyone who will listen to it and believe that it is possible.
When asked about the message she wanted to share via this song she replied that she wanted to tell people not to focus on their problems, instead to look up to God since he is Almighty.
To the Gospel Music lovers, this female artist is sharing some with you as she confirmed; “I am still doing the work of God and his kingdom. I will keep on delivering some songs as God will allow me to. Thanks to the industry fans for their love, may God bless them abundantly. Keep the supporting energy.”
by Kajette
The gospel talent hunt that has been ongoing for a month came to an end where the winner received their awards on April 16, in an Easter Gala Dinner in Kigali. Based on our previous article, the competition has been ongoing and the votes were taking place on RWANDAGOSPEL.COM as well on RISE AND SHINE WORLD YouTube Channel.
With Anneth Murava, Macrine Kangabe, Joshua Shimwa and Peace Hoziane who were the judges, the contestants were in two different categories: one of upcoming gospel artists and the other one of fresh new gospel artists. They all had two sessions with the judges.
Prior to the Easther Gala Dinner, they had their final performance and later all contestants were given certificates. Not only them, but also the sponsors of the events and so RWANDAGOSPEL.COM received a certificate, journalists were certified as well as the event organizers and judges too.
All Contestantsperfoming "Ugendane Nanjye"
RSW Talent Hunt - Judges
Chance Christopher Twizeyimana, the 1st winner in the upcoming artists category
Mami Espe, the 2nd in the upcoming artists category
Claudine Giramahoro, the 3rd in the upcoming artists category
Therefore, the winners were announced with their prizes that came in cash immediately. Starting from the upcoming gospel artist category, the winner Chance Christopher Twizeyimana got Rwf 300,000 cash, the 2nd one, Esperance Nyiranzabonimpa aka Mami Espe got Rwf 200,000 cash, and the 3rd one Claudine Giramahoro got Rwf 50,000 cash.
In the fresh new gospel artist, the winner Sandrine Umuhoza received 300,000 cash, the 2nd one is a group of Desire Niyonkuru and Vumilia Niyihoza who got Rwf 100,000 cash and the 3rd is Emmanuel Niringiyimana who hot Rwf 50,000 cash.
In total, the winners were six and they received Rwf 1,000,000 cash. The first winners in each category will get song productions, one will get both audio and video production and the other will get audio and video lyrics production, all the costs on RSW.
Sandrine Umuhoza, the 1st winner in new artists category
Vumilia Niyihoza & Desire Niyonkuru the 2nd in new artists category
Emmanuel Niringiyimana, the 3rd in new artists category
RWANDA GOSPEL received a Certificate
All the winners expressed their gratitude to Bishop Alain Justin who initiated this cause and to the entire Rise and Shine World Ministry for the willingness to support talented gospel artists.
Photo credit : Julien Sangwa
by K.J
The USA, Dallas-based ministry Azaph International DFW (Azaph Dallas Fort-Worth) of Zion Temple has released a new song as they are getting ready for the gospel tour concerts in the USA.
The new song , ‘Yampishe mu Ihema’ came out with the new melody queen in the Azaph team, Diane Nyirashimwe aka Deborah as dubbed by Apostle Dr Paul Gitwaza .
While George Jonson produced both the audio and video of the song, and JC Birori led the song, it was Pastor Felix who took the initiative in August 2021 to this +10-minutes song and it will be on the Azaph International DFW second album.
In an interview with InyaRwanda.com, one of the ministry leaders, Esther Mugunga revealed that the song contains some commiseration messages and suggesting people not to be afraid since God got their backs; “The message in the song is all about telling people that God keeps us in his tent and so for he got our backs, we shall never be afraid. That is why we named it so,” said Mugunga.
After ‘Umwami w’Ubwiza’ Azaph shared ‘Yampishe mu Ihema’. The later was recorded live and they emphasise on the good works of Jesus who renewed them, kings and worshipers. As a pick from the song says, “That day of hardship, he hid me in his tent, I relaxed in the hiding and found myself in the rock. Jesus performed wonders that we can’t tell, he is the one to believe. He renewed us, Kings and Worshipers, in him we are safe. Let’s praise him.”
Azaph International DFW is planning to have some gospel concerts tours, “Azaph DFW Tour” in different states of the USA with the theme, “King of Glory'' starting from May 15, 2022 in Lowa state, Des Moines city.
The concert will start at 4pm in Lowa state. Entrance fees are; 25$ for the ones who will buy tickets online and 30$ at the gates and 50$ for the VIP spots. As it appears on the flyers, Dr Paul Gitwaza will preach the word of God. The performers will be Azaph DFW, Gisubizo Lowa and Diane.
by K.J
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