Lighthill Music
Lighthill Music is a Nigerian gospel group. Based in Lagos,[1] the ensemble was formed in 2023.[2]
Background
[edit]Established by Faleye Olusola John, with the sole aim of discovering and developing gospel artists.[3] Independent Nigeria wrote that "LightHill Music has spread wide with success and the community is ever growing."[4]
Prior to its establishment, Lighthill Music collaborated with Access Bank plc on talent discovery and unveiling of its artist.[5]
In 2023, Lighthill Music released "Anyi Abiawo" with Okeychuks featuring Mercy Chinwo,[6] and a follow up single entitled "No Weapon" an afro-gospel song in collaboration with Ify Benson, which it’s dance routine became known on social media.[7]
Lighthill Music signed a licensing contract with DistroKid to distribute their music to streaming services.[1]
The community released "Lifter of My Head", Its official video was premiered on Trace Gospel TV. In 2023, Lighthill Music songs received rational air-plays on various radio stations across Nigeria.[1]
Current acts
[edit]This list contains seasonal artists.[8]
- Mercy Chinwo
- IBK
- Ify Benson[9]
- Rejoice Eweama
- Okeychuks
Awards and nominations
[edit]Organization | Year | Award | Recipient or nominee | Result | Ref. |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kingdom Achievers Awards | 2024 | Best Contemporary Crew | LightHill Music | Nominated | [10] |
Afro Gospel Song of the Year | "No weapon" (with Ify Benson) | Nominated |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "LightHill Music spreads gospel sound with kingdom goals". Tribune Online. 15 September 2024. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
- ^ "Lighthill Music, Mercy Chinwo hit global charts". Vanguard. 22 May 2024. Archived from the original on 7 December 2024. Retrieved 7 December 2024.
- ^ Adeuyi, Seun (26 May 2024). "Why I Established Light Hill Music – Faleye". Daily Trust. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
- ^ Ajiboye, Kayode (31 May 2024). "LightHill Music Illuminates Africa's Gospel Music Scene With Passion, Innovation". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ^ Chikelu, Chinelo (12 February 2021). "LightHill Music Partners Access Bank On Talent Discovery". Leadership News. Retrieved 12 February 2021.
- ^ Ajiboye, Kayode (31 May 2024). "LightHill Music Illuminates Africa's Gospel Music Scene With Passion, Innovation". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ^ "LightHill Music Raises the Flag of Afro-Fusion Gospel Sounds, Inspiring a Global Movement". The Sun Nigeria. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 29 May 2024.
- ^ Emmanson, Jerry (25 May 2024). "Light Hill Music Igniting A Gospel Revolution In Africa". Leadership. Archived from the original on 7 December 2024. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
- ^ "Meet Ify benson; the energetic Gospel music minister. – THISDAYLIVE".
- ^ Imoh, Felix. "Kingdom Achievers Awards 2024 Nomination List: Celebrating the Best in Christian Music and Culture". Legit.ng. Archived from the original on 7 December 2024. Retrieved 12 November 2024.