Jeannine Uwimana, a USA-based Rwandan gospel artist shared her new song in which she focuses on reminding people that they only live in God’s mercy. As a line picket from the song ‘Nakwitura Iki?’ she says, “We ought to thank God day in, day out since we all live in his mercy and grace. He protects us from all the worst, sickness, accidents, pandemics and all…”
In an interview with the local media that sourced this story, Inyarwanda Uwimana, a Seventh Adventist Christian from ‘Buffalo Suburban’ located in the United States of America, in New York City, Buffalo said that she started doing music in the Sunday School, since 2005 and later joined the adults choir. However, due to the shift to the USA, she decided to be an independent artist in 2014.
Within that journey, she has managed to release two albums and is now working on the third. As she revealed, her role models in the gospel industry are: Phanuel Bigirimana, Uwera Sarah and Yvonne Uwase. Regarding the choirs, she likes; Ambassadors of Christ, Christ Heroes/Intwari za Kristo and Jesus is Coming/Yesu Araje Family Choir.
Uwimana yavuze ko amajwi y'iyi ndirimbo ye nshya yafatirwa na PC Records ariko indirimbo igatunganirizwa (Mastering) mu Rwanda mu Ishusho Studios kwa Nicolas. Yavuze ko impamvu yabyo ari uko studios zo muri Amerika ziri ku rwego rwiza ziba zihenze cyane kandi mu Rwanda bakora ibintu byiza ku biciro bidakanganye.
“There is something I want to ask you, my Lord. Why do I sin a lot, and do all the worst in your eye but you still forgive me and do good for me? Let me ask you Jesus, what can I reward you for doing good to me days and nights yet I am a sinner?” Sings Jeannine.
With all she emphasizes on reminding people that it is by the grace of God that they exist and so they should live by praising him by all means. Uwimana declared that she doesn’t intend to give up on this industry. The best are yet to come.
by K.J
Grace Nyirawumuntu a worshiper who lastly released a song in the past five years, recently released a new one, ‘Narakwiringiye’ which focuses on how God healed her.
She revealed that she wrote this song in late 2021 when she remembered the goodness and miracles that God has done for her. In that song, she shared an amazing testimony about how she got healed by God when all the medical treatments failed.
She said, “I did that song when I was during the time to remember all the goodness, blessings and miracles that God has been performing in my life. When I was 5-6 years old, God amazed me with a miracle of curing the sickness I had been battling. He did it via dreams.”
So far, Grace has had three songs ever since she started doing gospel music; ‘Nakijijwe N’ubuntu’, ‘Ndamushima’ and the recent one ‘Narakwiringiye’. She confirms that it is God’s timing to share this with the world.
In a live interview, Grace revealed that if we all can look back at what God has done for us, we can understand that all the harships we might be going through have no power over us. Instead we should always trust in God since he never looks at how we know him, what we do or anything at all. He simply has a focus to do good to us.
Nyinawumuntu promised to never go back since she aims at delivering good messages via songs as long as God will allow her to.
by K.J
Dudu T. Niyukuru one of the so common gospel artists in Rwanda after so long without being heard, came back with a brand new album.
Dudu who has been in Kenya revealed that he has been busy since 2015 due to some personal-related issues, plus the Covid-19 pandemic which didn’t make it easy for anyone.
However, he did his level best and released the third album dubbed ‘Uri Mwiza’ with 12 songs on it. Some are; ‘Mu Maraso Yawe’, ‘Yaraciye Inzira’, ‘Nzahora Nshima’, and ‘Mbega Urukundo’ just to mention a few.
As per our source, Igihe.com, Dudu said, “This album has the thanksgiving songs, others of praising the goodness of God and some to urge people to always worship God since he is almighty and the provider of everything.”
The ‘Ntari Twebwe’, ‘Ndi Hano’ and ‘Ndagushima’ hits maker expressed how he misses performing in Rwanda though he has no idea about when he will come, but he prays and plans hard for it to be sooner. The last time he performed in Rwanda was in 2015, under the theme ‘Stand for Jesus Outreach’ which took place at Christian Life Assembly (CLA) located Nyarutarama.
by K.J
Thacien Tuyishime is a big name in the gospel industry of Rwanda, under the name of Thacien Titus. As he and his wife celebrate their wedding anniversary, the artist surprised his wife with a car gift.
Thacien gifted Christine Mukamana with a Rav$ car as they were celebrating their eight years of relationship and seventh wedding anniversary. The two have two children together, Leila Gitego Tuyishime and Jovia The Champions Tuyishime.
In late February, that is when they had their celebrations in The Mille Collines Hotel and so Titus gifted Mukamana a car. He said that it is the sign of the love he has for her, “As we celebrate the eight years of relationship and seven in marriage, I surprised my wife and gifted her a car as a sign of endless love that I have for her. I made sure that I get her favorite car, Rav4.” Titus declared.
This car is worth 22,000,000 Rwf and Titus shared that his wife’s love of God, hospitality, love, and respect are their marriage stepping stones. Mukamana expressed her gratitude to her husband, “This melts my heart. My husband is so extra, he loves me and I love him. He is always new to me.”
After gifting his wife a car, he was also given a cow by a friend who appreciated his step in marriage. It was an event attended by relatives, family friends, and their close ones. For more details, click here.
These two will soon celebrate the 7th year in marriage since they tied the knot on August 22, 2015. Thacien Titus is the mind behind; ‘Aho Ugejeje Ukora’, ‘Uzaza Ryari Yesu’, ‘Uzampe Iherezo Ryiza’, ‘Mpisha Mu Mababa’, ‘Rwiyoborere’, ‘Haburaho Gato’, ‘Impanuro’ and ‘Nshyigikira’ and many more.
by K.J
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Rwanda Gospel Stars Live was an event that aimed at awarding outstanding gospel singers and recognizing their achievements in the Rwandan gospel industry. Let’s have a closer look at some details that highlighted this event from the start.
This event was planned for May 2021 but didn’t happen due to Covid-19 prevention measures. However, efforts were being made to make it happen. During the event preparation, artists who were contesting in this were promised to be given some money from the votings as were as some to help them financially and allow them to get ready. Unfortunately, some revealed that they didn’t receive that allowance.
Due to some lack of professionalism of the event; one of the most known gospel artists, Tonzi withdrew from the competitions. On this, she said, “After realizing the mismanagement of this event, I withdrew myself from such. However, I was so saddened by the fact that they kept on putting me on the banners that were being used to announce the event.”
To ensure the betterment of this event, the organizer announced the jury of judges to define who the winners are. Unfortunately, prior to the event of announcing the winners, all the five judges; Aimée Uwimana, Simon Kabera, Josue Shimwa, Mupende Gedeon, and Pamela Mudakikwa resigned from their duties.
In an interview with Igihe.com, Aimée Uwimana explained some reasons behind their resigning, “At the beginning, we were noticing some unprofessionalism from the organizers, but we were hoping for some better changes. As days went on, it was becoming worse and so we decided to resign and leave for good.”
Aimée added that they were so surprised to know that some people already knew the winners before they decide on who the top winner was, such as MBONYI ISRAEL. The sad truth was, the revealers were the Rwanda Gospel Stars Live organizers. Let us reminds that the list of the winners of the Rwanda Gospel Stars Live Season One is:
Top Winner: Israel Mbonyi , 7 Million Rwandan Francs Prize / Second Place: Aline Gahongayire, 2 Million Rwandan Francs Prize / Third Place: Gisubizo Ministries, 1 Million Rwandan Francs Prize, and Ratajah (As the best upcoming Artist) : 1 Million Rwandan Francs Prize.
A renowned gospel artist from Tanzania, Rose Muhando was invited to perform in the official closing of the event. Yes, she came, and she delivered an amazing performance to the audience who were at Canal Olympia. Though the audience was so limited since many were gone based on the poor organization of the events.
At the venue, in the middle of the event, the band stopped playing the instruments since they claimed that they were not yet paid and after almost an hour they resumed the concert.
Based on people’s reactions to this, Rwanda Gospel learned that this is so sad to see all this negative feedback in the gospel industry, and this needs very closer attention and changes for future kinds of organizations.
Story by K.J
Isaac Mudakikwa is a gospel artist who is putting in pretty much effort into gospel songs with the purpose to preach about Jesus Christ. He recently released a song named, ‘Intambwe’.
The new song of Isaac Mudakikwa, covers the prayer that requests God to strengthern him and how he has been seeing some of his role models stepping back in serving God. Some lines picked from the song, he says, “What is the use of living fully in the world, but still never access the eternal life?”
One can access this amazing song, ‘Intambwe’ on Isaac Mudakikwa’s YouTube Channel. In this song, he tackled some topics that nobody can easily talk about in relations to gospel industry of Rwanda since some are so afraid to even think about them.
Bishop Alain Justin is a new artist in the gospel industry and he joined the course after the death of his wife which he confirms to be his inspiration. He launched the ‘Ugendane Nanjye’ competition and the winner will be awarded amazingly.
‘Ugendane Nanjye’ is Bishop Alain Justin's new song and it is all about the prayer he made immediately after the death of his wife in February 2016. He was asking God to ‘Walk with him’ in the very new and hard journey of responsibilities to raise the four children all alone and one of them was a toddler.
The Australian-based Rwandan, Bishop Alain Justin is the founder of a Ministry named Rise and Shine World (RSW, via that, they have initiated the competitions under “Ugendane Nanjye” from March 1st to March 6th. The participants are supposed to record a not more than two minutes video and share it on this WhatsApp number: +61497393584.
After submitting the videos, there will be judges who will determine the selected participants and the voting will be public as well to define the winners who will get 1,000,000 Rwf and some air tickets to attend some gospel concerts in various countries . Burundi, Kenya and Uganda.
Bishop Justin said, “We want to support the talents in the gospel industry and we didn’t want them to sing any other song that we have no permission to. That is why they are only allowed to sing ‘Ugendane Nanjye’ and the winners will be awarded.”
Apart from the 1M Rwf and the air tickets, the winners will also get the gifts and certificates as well as free audio and video song production. This Gospel Talent Hunt competition will be closed in a Gala Dinner Night that will take place in Rwanda with an aim to bring back hope and commiseration to Rwandans during the 28th Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi.
by Jeanette Kawera
Chryso Ndasingwa released his debut Extended Play, ‘Wakinguye Ijuru’ and so he alerted the gospel music lovers of more coming song projects.
Ndasingwa is a Christian in the New Life Bible Church and a music teacher in Africa New Life Ministries. His real name is Jean Chrysostome Ndasingwa, a musician who plays guitar as he sings along.
‘Wakinguye Ijuru’ is a five-song Extended Play that was released in early 2022. One can get it via different music platforms and the songs on it are; ‘Mu Bwihisho’, ‘Wakinguye Ijuru’, ‘Ndakwihaye’, ‘Byararangiye’ and ‘Niwe’ ft Fidel Niyo.
He said, “My recent debut Extended Play, is available on digital selling platforms. It emphasizes the best that was done on the cross and all about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ alongside what the believer receives as by accepting to be a Christian.”
Some of the challenges and strengths that he faced in this music industry. “Since I started, I have faced so many challenges like discouragements and those who always tell me that I went the wrong way. However, there are some who supported me and were disappointed that I waited too long to start. Those and the fans who love what we do and relate to the message that we give in our songs, are our support systems and because of them we can’t stop doing this,” said Ndasingwa.
When asked about the changes he ought to bring if he can he said, “There are some changes that I want and I wish to be the one who brings them. I would strengthen the bond between the gospel singers into supporting each other and urge them to study music and playing instruments such that they can at least do 40% of their music projects.”
He shared some of the songs which are helping him spiritually; ‘Warakoze’ by Prosper Nkomezi, ‘Icyambu’ by Israel Mbonyi, and ‘Niho Ndi’ By James & Daniella.
After this EP, Ndasingwa is planning to do media tours and visit various churches as well as another EP if God wishes. He confirms that the Rwandan Gospel industry is elevating with new talents and the media is so supportive.
Gospel music has been around for centuries, with some of the most well-known and iconic performers in the industry starting out in gospel. However, in recent years there has been a surge of gospel artists making the switch to secular music–here are five reasons why.
GREATER FLEXIBILITY AND CONTROL OVER THEIR MUSIC.
Secular music offers gospel artists more flexibility and control over their work. With fewer restrictions on lyrical content and a wider range of sounds and styles to choose.
Gospel music has been around for many years. It is music that is written and performed to express religious or spiritual ideas and emotions. However, there are many gospel artists who are now changing to secular music. Here are five reasons why:
1. Secular music pays more than gospel music.
2. Secular music is more popular than gospel music.
3. Secular music is more mainstream than gospel music.
4. Secular music is more versatile than gospel music.
5. Secular music is more lucrative than gospel music.
There has been a recent trend in gospel music artists transitioning to secular music. While some believe this to be a sign of the times, others feel that it compromises the values of the gospel genre. Do you agree? Let me know in the comments below.
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The 'KUNA DAWA' hitmaker Esther Wahome, is one of the most celebrated gospel singers, with an illustrious singing career spanning over two decades. She has toured the world and entertained presidents among other dignified personalities.
In 2004, Esther Wahome's music was played on almost every TV station and radio available at the time. Her song, Kuna Dawa, had become a hit that was on almost everyone's lips, making her a shining star.
So loved was the hit song that she won Best Female Artist and Song of The Year at the Groove Awards. In 2013 and 2014, she went on to release her singles Furahia and Daktari before she released a number of songs in Kikuyu. However, she took a break from her musical career to take care of her family and specifically, her son. The renowned musician made a comeback when she released hits such as Yahweh, Shekinah Glory, Minyororo, and Asali.
The vocally endowed songstress stands out as a household name since she started singing. Having been inspired by her dad William Wahome, who was her greatest mentor and cheerleader.He was also a preacher and a musician and that made it easy for her to learn music. She started music as a hobby before she became a full-time musician.
The 47-year-old and scandal-free singer has been participating in church service, specifically preaching to different congregants. She has been able to do Collabos with artists such as Guardian Angel and Nik Bonfils.
Source ; OperaN
Nigerian Gospel Music Minister, Judith Kanayo popularly known as Judikay renders forth a brand new single titled “Elohim” under the umbrella of Eezee Concept, A home for Nigerian foremost gospel music artistes such as Mercy Chinwo, GUC, Chidinma and others.
As a follow-up to her previously published song “Daddy You Too Much,” “Elohim” is a spirit-filled song that maintains your spirit in sync with God.
Catholics All-Stars worked with Aline Gahongayire one of the very big talents in the gospel music industry and they remixed ‘Byose Bihira Abakunda Imana’ which was initially sung by a Nun, Febronie Kamana.
Kamana shared with Inyarwanda.com that she wrote this song after having several conversations with people and finding out that everyone has some problems and battles to fight in life. She said that the saints have lived the same life with battles, but still they made it out and become the saints. From such, she decided to write that all is well to people who love and trust in God.
When asked what she think about Aline Gahongayire and the Catholic All-Star doing the remix of her song she replied, “It is so nice since we are all serving the same God and as it appears in the word of God, there is no discrimination. We all have to spread the good gospel that all is well to those who love and trust in God.”
As it is shown in the local media houses that Aline Gahongayire managed to talk to, she revealed how this is not only an honor but also a blessing to be featured in expanding the work of God and spreading the gospel to as many people as possible as well as worshiping the Almighty.
To some people who commented that Aline Gahongayire is parting ways from her church she said, “I am not discouraged by those bullying. We are all serving the same God and praising not satan. Joining the gifts we were given for free in worshiping our God is such an amazing collaboration ever. I call upon you all to sing with us that ‘All is well to those who love and trust in God’ instead.”
She added that she is always available to whoever wants these kinds of features. Since she is doing as she was trained to do; ‘To serve God in both truth and spirit’.
The founder of Catholic All-Stars, Emmy Pro shared how he found a big gap in gospel music, especially catholic songs and so he decided to bring innovation via modern instruments. Therefore he formed ‘Catholic All-Stars’ in which individuals and singers from different choirs come together to do some remixes or create songs that praise and worship God.
Collaborating with Aline Gahongayire came after ‘Niyeguriye Nyagasani’ in which they collaborated with Man Martin. All these will be followed by several others since they are also aiming at creating a strong bond between the gospel singers as long as they are Christians, regardless of the churches they might be from.
A worshiper, DIANA KAMUGISHA released a song dubbed ‘Yahweh’ which calls everyone to praise and thank God by using the musical instruments and singing for him all the thanksgiving. She also revealed the secret that helps her to stay real as ‘Diana’ which is to praise and worship the Lord.
‘Yahweh’ came after another song that has been there for a month, from which she got inspiration in Psalm 91. Both songs have something in common, that is ‘Word of wisdom from Psalm’.
In the first verse of ‘Yahweh’ which is in Psalm 33, Diana sings, “There is no king who get to be saved by the big number of his soldiers, heroes are never saved by their power. A horse has no use when it comes to saving someone, God’s eyes are set on those who respect him.”
In an exclusive interview with Inyarwanda.com, Diama Kamugisha shared that her new song has a message to tell people that they don’t have to fight for themselves in whatever they go through, instead they should leave it for God since his eyes are on those who respect him. “This song is bases on this first verse. Because, God fight all our battles. It is not our energy, wealth and belongings as well as the people in our connections that keep us alive, it is the eyes of Almighty set to those who respect him,”said Kamugisha.
She revealed that her life secret which always helps her to stay real until now is to praise and worship God. She urges everyone to trust and confide in God, praise and worship Him with they whole life since that hold the secret, “My power as Diana are from praising and worship the Almighty God. I call up on you all people of God to learn the secret in worshiping God since that is where the real wealth is.”
One of the most loved gospel artists from Tanzania, Rose Muhando confirmed that she will perform in Rwanda on March 6, 2022, to grace the ‘Praise & Worship Live Concert’ at Rebero Canal Olympia complex.
Rose Muhando confirmed this with a post on her Instagram post where she said, “Dear Rwandans, get ready on 6th March. There at Kigali, in a very big event of Rwanda Gospel Stars Live. Don’t miss it!!!!!!”
As we learned from her social media platform and from the inside sources as well as media houses, this concert is being organized by Matts Rwanda services in partnership with Rwanda Gospel Music Union in away to celebrate the very first award-giving gala event to recognize the gospel artists who created some differences, dubbed ‘Rwanda Gospel Stars Live’.
As per Aimable Nzizera who is among the ones the idea came from, Rose Muhando is expected to deliver entertainment to the people who love the gospel. An aspect that the audience might have been missing a lot as well as some live concerts since there was the Covid-19 pandemic. As he told The New Times.
Rose Muhando who lastly performed in Rwanda in 2013 will be in Kigali two days prior to the event. She is expected to share the stage with the renowned gospel local artists; Aline Gahongayire, Tonzi, Israel Mbonyi, Theo Bosebabireba, Gaby Kamanzi, James and Daniella just to mention a few.
Muhando has some hit songs like ‘Nibebe’, ‘Mteule Uwe Macho’, ‘Kitimutimu’, ‘Jipange Sawasawa’, ‘Nyota ya Ajabu’, ‘Utamu wa Yesu’, ‘Nampenda Yesu’ and some more.
Rwanda Gospel Stars Live was launched last year but had to be postponed due to covid-19 pandemic. It is expected to be a yearly event and this year 15 gospel artists are in it to showcase their respective projects. The top three winners who will be selected by the judges who got assigned recently will be rewarded accordingly.
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