GRAMMY® Award nominated singer-songwriter, Deitrick Haddon, and his group, The Voices of Unity, are back on the grind with a slick urban groove entitled, “Back to Life” (ManHaddon Ministries/Tyscot). It’s an affirmative, feel-good message of faith. Where he shakes things up is on the music bed itself.
Haddon has created a danceable, futuristic groove that is saturated with the percussive accouterments of ’80s funk bands (think of The Gap Band, The Dazz Band, Zapp, and Prince & The Revolution) with the pulsating bass lines of a sweaty club DJ. The rhythm cascades between in-your-face Funk and lilting Trap music loops, before closing out with a pulsating 4-on-the-floor fade. Listen Link: https://li.sten.to/backtolife
“The world is dying because we’ve left the one key that’s necessary to keep it alive,” Haddon says. “The key to life is love. Love is gonna bring us back to life!” This is Haddon’s first Voices of Unity production since 2012’s A Beautiful Soul film soundtrack, which included the Billboard Top 30 single, “No Betta” with Faith Evans. Some of their other past collaborations include “Anybody Here,” “Watch Me Praise Him,” and their signature cut, “He’s Able.” https://www.instagram.com/dhaddy/
Bethel Music Collective artist Zahriya Zachary has released the studio version of “Back To Life.” The release comes after an incredible response while leading the song live including a moving moment of testimony in her hometown of Houston during the Come Up Here Worship Nights tour. “Back To Life” serves as a reminder that what once was dead is made new and brought back through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
“”Back to Life” is based on Galatians 2:20, the good news of the gospel and the power of how Jesus has changed us from the inside out” shares Zahriya. “Because of this truth we are one with Christ and a new creation. This song has been an encouragement and a reminder for me that Jesus can bring anyone and anything back to life because of the finished work of the cross. He’s done it in my life, and I believe He will do it again for others.”
Born and raised in Spring, Texas, Zahriya Zachary didn’t come from a musical family, but her love of music began at the early age of six while learning to play the piano. She began leading worship when she was a freshman in college after the Lord clearly spoke to her and told her that it was time. Throughout her time in college, she began volunteering on her church’s worship team while the Lord was teaching her more about what it means to have a worshiper’s heart. Zahriya made her Bethel Music debut on Homecoming (2021) where she led “Back To Life” and joined Brian Johnson in leading “Hymn Of Heaven”. Her debut solo single, “Simple Ways”, was released in the summer of 2022 and reflects on the simple joys that often go overlooked in the chaos of day-to-day life. Most recently, she appears on Come Up Here (2023) leading “Surrounded By Holy”. Zahriya believes that worship is the place where we belong and her heart is that people will be led to Jesus through her.
Warren Embarks On Bigger Story Tour With Cade Thompson
Pictured (l-r) in Ian Eskelin’s Franklin, TN-based studio are
Eskelin, Justin Warren and Warren’s labelmate, JJ Weeks.
Radiate Music announces the signing of Raleigh, NC-based singer / songwriter and worship leader Justin Warren, who is set to release his debut single on the label next month.
“Spend five minutes with Justin and you’ll know why we had to add him to the Radiate roster,” says Ian Eskelin,Radiate Music founder and GRAMMY-nominated, two-time Dove Award-winning Producer of the Year. “He has a magnetic personality and a true heart for spreading the gospel. I can’t wait for you to hear his new music!”
“I am so thankful to be a part of the Radiate family!” exclaims Warren. “The opportunity to work alongside Ian is an honor and I am excited to see what the future holds.”
With a heart to communicate the hope we have in Jesus, Warren has shared stages across the country with artists like Mercy Me, Sanctus Real, Building 429, Natalie Grant and more. Beginning Sept. 9, he embarks on the “Bigger Story Tour” with Red Street Records artist Cade Thompson, which is being presented by child sponsorship and adoption agency, Holt International. While on tour, Warren leads fan favorites and new songs like his recently released single and performance video “Back To Life.”
Justin Warren is pictured backstage at a recent tour event
with Sanctus Real’s Chris Rohman and Mark Graalman.
About Justin Warren:
Singer/songwriter and worship leader Justin Warren shares the hope we have in Jesus through his music. His most recent album, Moments, is filled with hopeful songs that remind us that every second of life is a gift from God that should not be taken for granted. With over a million Spotify streams alone, Warren has toured with artists like Sanctus Real, Rhett Walker, JJ Weeks, Finding Favour, Jasmine Murray and John Waller. He has also opened up for bands such as Mercy Me, Building 429, Natalie Grant and many others. Warren, his wife Laura and their two children reside in Raleigh, NC.
About Radiate Music:
Founded by Ian Eskelin, Radiate Music launched summer 2015. Eskelin’s 20-plus-year resume in the music business, ranging from being a recording artist to a record executive, gives him a unique perspective in partnering with artists who are passionate about impacting culture with music. Eskelin, who has recorded more than 50 Top 10 singles in the United States alone, including 20 No. 1 songs, and whose songs have been licensed for use by ABC, NBC, CBS, ESPN and many feature films, is looking to break additional ground with Radiate. In addition to Warren, Radiate’s artist roster includes Natasha Owens, JJ Weeks, About A Mile, Attaboy and Inspiration Worship.
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