Lighthill Music
Lighthill Music is an independent gospel music crew and community in Lagos, Nigeria.[1]
Independent Nigeria concluded that "LightHill Music has spread wide with success and the community is ever growing."[2]
Background
[edit]Established by Faleye Olusola John, with the sole aim of discovering and developing gospel artists.[3]
Prior to its establishment, Lighthill Music collaborated with Access Bank plc on talent discovery and unveiling of its artist.[4]
In 2023, Light hill music released “Anyi Abiawo” with Okeychuks featuring Mercy Chinwo[5] and a follow up single titled “No Weapon” an afro-gospel song in collaboration with Ify Benson, which it’s dance routine became known on social media.[6]
Lighthill Music is Standing out as a music community managing several gospel talents. The independent community has collaborated with DistroKid as its official music licensor to deliver their sounds to streaming services.[7]
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.[7]
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Organization | Year | Award | Recipient or nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingdom Achievers Awards | 2024 | Best Contemporary Crew | LightHill Music | Nominated | [8] |
| Kingdom Achievers Awards | 2024 | Afro Gospel Song of the Year | "No weapon (ft. Ify benson)" | Nominated | [8] |
Current acts
[edit]This list contains seasonal artists.[9]
- Mercy Chinwo
- IBK
- Ify Benson[10]
- Rejoice Eweama
- Okeychuks
References
[edit]- ^ "LightHill Music spreads gospel sound with kingdom goals". Tribune Online. 15 September 2024. Retrieved 2024-09-15.
- ^ Ajiboye, Kayode (31 May 2024). "LightHill Music Illuminates Africa's Gospel Music Scene With Passion, Innovation". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-05-31.
- ^ Adeuyi, Seun (26 May 2024). "Why I Established Light Hill Music – Faleye". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
- ^ Chikelu, Chinelo (12 February 2021). "LightHill Music Partners Access Bank On Talent Discovery". Leadership News. Retrieved 2021-02-12.
- ^ Ajiboye, Kayode (31 May 2024). "LightHill Music Illuminates Africa's Gospel Music Scene With Passion, Innovation". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-05-31.
- ^ "LightHill Music Raises the Flag of Afro-Fusion Gospel Sounds, Inspiring a Global Movement". The Sun Nigeria. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ^ a b "LightHill Music spreads gospel sound with kingdom goals". Tribune Online. 15 September 2024. Retrieved 2024-09-15.
- ^ a b Imoh, Felix. "Kingdom Achievers Awards 2024 Nomination List: Celebrating the Best in Christian Music and Culture". legit.ng. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
- ^ Emmanson, Jerry (25 May 2024). "Light Hill Music Igniting A Gospel Revolution In Africa". Leadership. Retrieved 2024-05-25.
- ^ "Meet Ify benson; the energetic Gospel music minister. – THISDAYLIVE".