Memoirs of a Worshipper...Byron Cage

I am a huge fan of Gospel music and what it stands for. Being a fan of gospel music helps me recognize, admire and follow those who bring forth the messages of the Gospel of Christ through praise and worship songs. I am totally enlightened when I hear the gospel music artist Byron Cage sing. He isn’t called the “Prince of Praise” for nothing.  He just released a new album titled “Memoirs of a Worshipper “that expresses worship in a finite way. I enjoy listening to Byron Cage’s Praise and Jubilee songs but this album really displayed his true love and passion for worshipping The I Am that I Am.  The one song that keeps me on my feet is "My Refuge, My Strength". This extortion of praise really encourages me, as a worshipper and lyricist, to continue writing exaltation and affirmation to God with grace, eloquence and intensity.

Today as a Gospel artist, many might assume that getting out there and making a name for yourself is next to impossible. There are many musicians, singers, worshippers, and praisers that are all over the world in churches and studios preparing to be FAMOUS per se, but I believe if its meant for the messages of proclaiming God's love and his astounding acts to the nations there will be enough room in the Music Industry for me as well. Byron Cage is a worshipper at heart.  On Fox 5 Morning news he expresses how this newly released album is his 9^th recording and that it was created to point worship back to God. He is a very articulate yet swift speaker who explains his purpose of recording this album and exclaims the worship through a live performance of his single “Throne”.  This televised performance showed that Cage truly loves God and isn’t ashamed to declare his love of Christ to anyone. I truly recognize and admire such an act.

What's Poppin' in the music Industry

The Music industry is always BANGIN; whether through new sounds of music, trends of style updated cultures or competitive earnings! Pursuing a singing career in the music industry is hard work but if pursued correctly success can be obtained.

This year, young artist in the music industry under the age of  30 are making a name for themselves through their music, entertainment and amount of cash earned annually.  At age 22 Taylor Swift made $57 million and is considered the highest paid musician and entertainer under the age of 30 this year. 18-year-old Justin Bieber received and estimated $55 million from his concert movie “Never Say Never” and maybe could’ve made more by album sales. 24 year old, Rihanna, made $53- million, Lady Gaga at age 26 made $52- million, Katy Perry at 27 made $45- million, 24 year old Adele made $35- million while Lil Wayne at 29 made $27- million.

My focus is the Gospel music genre. I’m not sure how much gospel artist make a year but by the awards given I’m sure it’s a pretty big penny.  I am so encouraged when I see gospel artist minister live. Recently at the 2012 BET’s Celebration of Gospel Kirk Franklin and Mali Music conveyed a performance of new song titled “Gimme That” so simple but powerful that showed assurance and confidence.

I really look up to certain artists and performers who many have seen on television or heard via radio. The gospel artist who are poppin’ in the Gospel industry are Mary Mary, Deitrick Haddon, Kirk Franklin, Kim Burrell, Tye Tribbett, Mali Music and Shirley Cesar, just to name a few. These artists have all put in years, sweat, hard work and patience regarding their careers in music.  They all are icons who I look up to and study regarding creativity, music, modesty, drive, business and hustle; pursuing their dreams with tenacity and motivational momentum.