Lighthill Music

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Lighthill Music is a Nigerian gospel group. Based in Lagos,[1] the ensemble was formed in 2021.[2]

Background

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

This list contains seasonal artists.[8]

Awards and nominations

List of awards and nominations received by Lighthill Music
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

  1. "LightHill Music spreads gospel sound with kingdom goals". Nigerian Tribune. 15 September 2024. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  2. "Lighthill Music, Mercy Chinwo hit global charts". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 22 May 2024. Retrieved 7 December 2024.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  3. Adeuyi, Seun (26 May 2024). "Why I Established Light Hill Music – Faleye". Daily Trust. Retrieved 26 May 2024.
  4. Ajiboye, Kayode (31 May 2024). "LightHill Music Illuminates Africa's Gospel Music Scene With Passion, Innovation". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
  5. Chikelu, Chinelo (12 February 2021). "LightHill Music Partners Access Bank On Talent Discovery". Leadership. Retrieved 12 February 2021.
  6. Ajiboye, Kayode (31 May 2024). "LightHill Music Illuminates Africa's Gospel Music Scene With Passion, Innovation". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
  7. "LightHill Music Raises the Flag of Afro-Fusion Gospel Sounds, Inspiring a Global Movement". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. 28 May 2024. Retrieved 29 May 2024.
  8. Emmanson, Jerry (25 May 2024). "Light Hill Music Igniting A Gospel Revolution In Africa". Leadership. Retrieved 25 May 2024.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  9. "Meet Ify benson; the energetic Gospel music minister". This Day.
  10. Imoh, Felix (12 November 2024). "Kingdom Achievers Awards 2024 Nomination List: Celebrating the Best in Christian Music and Culture". Legit.ng. Retrieved 12 November 2024.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)