E-Mashaya Ministry presents Elevation – Another Level. This is a gospel concert that will have performances by Samuel Medas, Sherwin Gardener, and B’Jorne Pierre. It will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the National Cultural Centre in Guyana.
I Hear Music in the Air and The National Association of Gospel Radio, in association with Compassion International, present Hour of Power with Pastor Mike Jr. on Friday, May 2nd, 2025, at Word of Deliverance Ministries for the World Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio. For tickets and additional information, visit ihearmusicintheair.com.
This event is a part of the I Hear Music in the Air Conference, now in its 23rd year. Founded by gospel industry executive Tracey Artis, it has become a cornerstone in the gospel music community, offering valuable insights into marketing, artist development, and success in the music industry.
Kingdom Empowered, a Canada-based organization that’s committed to strengthening local churches and advancing the Kingdom of God, will be having their first annual Kingdom Empowered Events Gala this year.
It will be presented on Sunday, May 18, at Soiree Banquet Hall and event space—6485 Mississauga Road, unit #4—in Mississauga, Ontario. Confirmed are Ezra Mitchell, Abrafi Akrofi, Roxanne Robinson, Dobson Music, DJ Pullup, and Minister Jessie. Click here to buy tickets.
Daphne Richardson is a Canadian gospel artist, singer, worship leader, vocal coach and pastor.
Daphne was born and raised in Ottawa, Canada. The oldest of three children, Daphne comes from a family of musicians and began piano lessons at the age of 8. She committed her life to Jesus Christ at the age of 16 years-old which led to her joining her church’s praise team and developing her vocal ability.
Daphne released her debut single “You Found Me” in February 2020, marking the beginning of her music career. She signed with UK based music label HFP Music in 2021. In 2022 she released her debut EP “Authentic” which includes notable singles like “Heavy” and “Eternal Eyes” done with label mate Calledout Music. Her contagious passion, heartfelt lyrics and mezzo-soprano voice create a unique sound. She has been influenced by the musical styling of Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary and Kierra Sheard.
Daphne has had the honor of sharing the same stage with notable Christian artists such as Calledout Music, Travis Greene, Joe Mettle, Londa Larmond, Daniel Ojo, Javis Mays, and The Walls Group. Furthermore, she toured with Calledout Music in the U.S., Canada and Europe in 2021-2023.
Daphne has a B.A. in Psychology, and a post-graduate degree in Human Relations & Spirituality. She also has a passion for mental health advocacy and works in health care management. Daphne resides in Ottawa, Canada with her husband Chris Richardson who pastors at Deeper Fellowship Church Canada.
In a powerful transformation that’s turning heads in the dancehall community, former Gaza Empire member Avalanche has emerged with a new identity and sound. Now known as Prophet Paul, he’s just dropped his first gospel track “Open Door” through Kevin Heath Ministry, and it’s making waves.
The song, which hit streaming platforms on April 4th, 2025, marks a bold new chapter for the artist. While some raised eyebrows at his shift from secular dancehall to gospel music, the overwhelming support from fans has validated his spiritual journey.
Riding this wave of encouragement, Prophet Paul and his team quickly produced a high-energy music video with DJ Roh Entertainments. The visual perfectly captures his newfound passion – watching him perform with such conviction, you’d never guess this was the same artist who once shared stages with Vybz Kartel.
The raw energy of hardcore gospel-dancehall fusion in “Open Door” shows that Prophet Paul hasn’t lost his musical fire – he’s just redirected it. Fans can catch the video on Maria Jackson 27’s YouTube channel and stream the track on all major platforms.
On Friday, May 9th, top-tier gospel artists Marvin Winans, Jekalyn Carr, Marvin Sapp, Fred Hammond, and Donald Lawrence, as well as special guest Bobbi Lane and host Small Fire, will all get together to celebrate mothers.
The gathering will be at House of Hope (752 E. 114th Street) in Chicago, Illinois, starting at 7pm local time. Essentially, this is a Soul of Gospel Mother’s Day Celebration. Tickets are on sale on ticketmaster.com.
Art of Music Festival is an annual multi-genre live music event. This year they will feature reggae, soca, gospel, dancehall, and Caribbean pop on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11th, at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Boca Raton, Florida.
Among the secular performers for 2025 is lone gospel recording artist 2nd Chance, who recorded the album “Mission Fi God” in the late 1990s as part of the group Blake Band. His sophomore album, “Hold On,” was shared in 2004 after he went through some major life challenges, thus changing his name to 2nd Chance, where his life is now a testimony of what God can do.
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