GOSPEL NEWS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. .
Leading gospel couple divorced
ARTIST WATCH Fans of a former golden couple of the US gospel scene, Deitrick and Damita Haddon, will be saddened to hear that the formerly married pair are now divorced. Although no full details have been revealed as to when and why the divorce took place, Deitrick, a popular contemporary gospel artist, revealed on Twitter that the couple are no longer together. On August 14 he tweeted, “If I was that powerful a man of God, I would still be married 2 Damita. I’m learning to have balance. You can win & lose @ the same time!” “It is possible to work so hard and be so driven that you lose everything! I pray that in the future I find the balance of ministry and family!” “I don't believe in sharing my personal, but I think it's important for people to know that in your pursuit of ministry, don’t lose family!” The gospel community have been very supportive of the couple, and although they are not together, Deitrick was still concerned enough about his ex-wife to tell his 95,386 followers to buy her latest CD.
When people see Remi Odumesi in action, he’s usually identified as ‘that former singer with popular gospel outfit, Muyiwa and Riversongz’. Few people are aware that he is an accomplished gospel artist in his own right, who serves as worship leader at his church, House on the Rock in North London, and that he has two recordings under his belt, Jesus Reigns (an EP released in 2010) and Living Waters, a single released earlier this year. Remi Odumesi is also an in-demand worship leader and event host, who sings at churches and conferences across the globe with his worship team, Spring of Life. He is also a man of many talents. Aside from working with numerous gospel artists, he has a degree in Media Studies and presents a popular podcast, ‘Enter Into His Gates’ on www.gubradio.com. People who love Remi’s energetic approach to his singing ministry will be pleased to know that he is working on an album. Although no release date has been set, be assured that it will be multi-faceted, inspirational and will contain music to uplift, enlighten and, more importantly, provide a soundtrack which will inspire listeners to worship God. For more details, visit www.remiodumesi.com
GOSPEL NEWS BITES UK gospel music artists have been involved in the making of the charity single, Everybody Dreams, sung by pupils of Gladesmore Community School. Nicky Brown, Minister of Music at Ruach Ministries, worked alongside 100 pupils at the school to help them write the song, and produced the track. Christian rapper, Guvna B, worked with pupils to create the rap that featured on the single; Priscilla Jones-Campbell provided vocal training, and Sam Lynch of gospel soul outfit, V9 Collective, also gave a helping hand. Visit www.gladesmore.com for more details.
Are you a talented gospel artist seeking a platform for your talent? If your answer is Yes, why not enter Gospel Heroes? This new gospel talent search is on the look-out for soloists and groups to audition this September. The Grand Final winner receives a share in £50,000 worth of prizes, including a recording contract, concert tour and the ‘Gospel Heroes Best New Talent’ award. Visit www.herostars.co.uk for more details.
If members of your church worship team or choir would like to sing alongside Christians from other denominations, why not encourage them to be part of the mass choir that will sing at the first ever National Day of Prayer at Wembley Stadium on September 29th? This event will bring together Christians across the racial, cultural and denominational spectrum for worship and prayer. Singers interested in being part of this choir should visit www.ndopwembley.com/wembley2012/choir/ to register.
www.keepthefaith.co.uk
31