Artist Spotlight: Rosanna Fiorazo
June 21, 2018 by admin
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By Stephanie Colucci
When listening to Rosanna’s music, you can't stop yourself from wanting to dance. The joy of the Lord is contagious in her music. This is the kind of music to listen to in really bad traffic. While everyone else is battling road rage, you can be singing and praising your Savior. Being stuck in traffic just means more time to listen to some good music. On a bad day, a good song can change your perspective.
Rosanna has a real heart for God and it really comes through in her song writing. She came to know Christ in 1996 and that is when she started writing new music. She started her ministry singing in front of anyone who would listen. Today, she brings a sense of openness to the Christian music scene. Her music will make you feel comfortable and at ease. With just one listen, you get the feeling that she would be just as content leading worship at a local church or in a stadium in front of 20,000 people.
On her latest album “Haven’t you heard”, Rosanna wrote
10 out of the 11 songs on the CD. The only one not written by her was written by Rich Mullins and Mitch McVicker. Mitch also sings on her version of My Deliverer.
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Artist Spotlight: Lyrycyst
June 20, 2018 by admin
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By Andre Mullen
Unlike some of his peers, Lyrycyst isn’t trying to protect his alter ego, Steven Cooper. He is a man on a mission who intends for his listeners to get to know him through his story, the story of a revolution. This revolution is chronicled in his striking debut album, American Dream.
Lyrycyst uses various instrumentation to create a sonic landscape that is unlike the average hip-hop album. Utilizing guitars and other string instruments, Lyrycyst takes the listener on a musical journey that talks about various life experiences and testimonies from a God perspective. With his rapid fire tracks and a delivery to match, Lyrycyst confronts the falsehood of the music industry in songs like Showbiz and New Hit. In What If I, Lyrycyst addresses the issue of abortion from a personal viewpoint. With simple, yet powerful piano chords, Lyrycyst explores the question of what would have happened if his own young mother would have aborted him. On Devil Eye, violin strings provide the foundation as Lyrycyst enlightens the listener to the tactics of the spirit of lust.
Family Force 5
June 19, 2018 by admin
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By Julie Cook Hess
I had the unique experience of interviewing guitarist Chap Stique a.k.a. Derek Mount of the unorthodox and fun band Family Force 5. This Atlanta group has accumulated quite a resume with performing on national television programs such as The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Attack of the Show on G4 as well as performing on The Warped Tour and The Cornerstone Festival’s main stage.
Mr. Stique gave some very amusing and detailed answers to my sometimes odd questions. If you ever have the chance to see them live, I highly recommend it. This has definitely been the most fun interview I’ve ever done. Continue reading for Chap’s deep thoughts on hairstyles, jerk bands and weight loss programs.
Artist Spotlight: Eternity Now
June 18, 2018 by admin
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Eternity Now's first CD Shape My Life is driven. They bring a message of hope for believers and non-believers alike. As you listen to the tracks, you can't help but get the feeling that no matter where you have been in life these songs are speaking to you. This is a powerful CD that you will want to play over and over again until you know all the words to every song. This is one of those CDs that will bring back memories from defining moments in your life. Anyone will be able to relate to these songs about struggles, emotions and triumphs. The song "Leap of Faith" centers around God's Grace and it will touch a common cord in all of us when Roam asks, "Do I take a leap of faith or stay where it is safe?" "Jesus Please", which I think is my favorite song, is a soulful plea of help for us to get it right. This is a band you are going to want to get to know. The songs are masterfully written and the group puts their heart and soul into this CD. Eternity Now is a solid band with a Christian message that all people will be able to relate to and enjoy. To learn more about this artist, visit: http://www.myspace.com/eternitynowmusic |
Artist Spotlight: Christafari
June 18, 2018 by admin
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| Song/CD Compilation: To the Foundation Genre: Reggae By Andre Mullen |
| When most people look for urban gospel music, they find Kirk Franklin or groups like Mary Mary. But, when they look for gospel Reggae, they will find the trail-blazing group Christafari. The group has continually pioneered the genre of Gospel Reggae in the U.S. and throughout the world. They refuse to be limited to one musical market, with their compositions appealing to listeners in the Reggae, CCM, Gospel/Urban, World, and Latin markets alike. |
