PS JACKES: My Music Ministry Around The World... Read On

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NAME: Jack Chikuru 
STAGE NAME: PS JACKES 
INSTRUMENTS: Drums, bass guitar, Piano and percussion 

PS Jackes is a Kenyan based gospel artist having started his music in his hometown Kivu, DRC and later moving to Kenya since 1997. He is gradually 

elevating his Swahili Gospel tunes on Kenyan, Congolese 

and Tanzanian airwaves with his Rhumba, Seben, RNB and Lingala genres. He highlights to us his Music journey;

"I started music at the age of 5 years back in my home town 

Kivu, Congo. Since I was raised in a Christian family; 

church was the best place to be in my childhood. I 

developed interest in music through the church choir in our 

home area which was very active. As time flew by I started 

playing drums for our choir who embraced my contribution and skills 

a lot. At the age of 16 years, I developed special interest in 

guitar of which I started learning on how to play guitar and 

alas! I was at it.

Besides my academics, I found it relevant for me to enroll in a music school where I grew my skills in playing piano, 

drum set, guitar and percussions. I also underwent some 

vocal training and this graduated me to a fully trained 

music professional.


Moving To Nairobi
My life became music and I henceforth associated myself 

with music bands after moving to Nairobi in the year 1997. 

PS JACKES

In 2002 I joined the then famous Super Mazembe together 

with my friend Kasongo Wa Kanema where we had great secular

performances before I left the band and joined Tas Bolingo 

Band as a drumist in 2006. During this time I was 

performing in both clubs and churches. We played in many 

clubs like Simmers, Club Africa, Deepwest and many other clubs 

in Mombasa, Kisumu and Nakuru.

My Salvation
It was until October 2008 when I decided to stop the double 

standards living and gave my life to Jesus Christ. This was quite 

a decision to make minding all the friends I had made in 

the secular world. I started composing and recording songs 

that would help me move closer to God. My life took completely a new turn since I got saved. 

My Ministry in Europe
I moved to Tel Aviv Israel in the year 2009 where I started a gospel band called Bilaka Musica Band and we would perform in several churches in Tel Aviv before relocating to UK where I continue to record my music as a solo artist. I find myself at peace representing Christ and 

PS JACKES WITH THE BAND MEMBERS

spreading the word of God through songs. My music has been received well and it has blessed, given hope and delivered the message to many. I have the ability to play and sing all genres of music as long as it is for Christ.


My Inspiration
 I get inspired a lot by Michael W. Smith and he remains a great blessing in my ministry and singing.

PS JACKES - Focusing on..

I have managed to record 4 albums titled; Mighty 

God, Sifa Mbinguni, Simama and the latest Amani Africa.

Current Projects

Currently I am working on videos for my new album titled Amani Africa. I am working with labels TFM in Canada, Wannas Cloud in Europe and Maxton Media in Kenya. The video shoot is happening in several countries around Europe and according to the producer, the video should be released soon. 

This Album is a dedication to my land African with most songs done in Swahili and English with some nice Rhumba, Lingala and RNB styles. Watch out for this album Amani Africa because it's going to minister to the hearts of many.

If asked the gospel artists I would love to work with, I would easily pick on Michael W. Smith, Wilson Bugembe from Uganda, Paul Mwai, Gloria Muliro, Massmasilya, Emmanuel Ushindi and our very own Frere Patrice.

 Performances
I am currently having performances in UK, France, Denmark, Sweden and Brussels. Soon we are planning on a great show in Kenya through Maxton Media Production based in Nairobi, Kenya.

PS JACKES 2nd From Right..

Achievements
In 2010, I was awarded The Best Drumist at the African Festival Awards in Tel Aviv Israel. I have also performed severally on BET Celebration Gospel.

I am Thankful to God for since I gave my life to Him, He has been faithful and I will Serve Him all through my life"


You can Get PS Jackes' Music videos here;
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4UdJTHcarwY1EKyFcIGpMw/videos

Buy PS Jackes' Music on iTunes;
https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/ps.jackes/id851828986


PS JACKES is currently currently out of the country as he is  frequently touring major cities around the world spreading the Gospel with Bilaka Music Band.

Keep following our posts as we bring you more news on Ps Jackes Music and Ministry

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Gospel Podium 3rd Edition, Don't Be left out...

When The first edition went down early this year, All signs and indications were brightly evident that this was going to be one of the best and biggest Platform for the Gospel music Ministry and its ministers. Gospel Podium which is a monthly event had its' second edition mid June 2014 which saw a number of uprising and established artists unveil and showcase their very new gospel Music Videos. 

Luckily, this event brings together many gospel music personalities like Deejays, Presenters, Artists, journalists, music managers & promoters and many more. The artists get a chance to interact with the finest media faces that put their music out there to minister to people.

There are also some surprise stage acts that get the honorable participants dancing to the tunes of their thrilling performances. 

Red Carpet

The Red Carpet gets its best poses on that day with everyone trying to take a memorable moment with either a mentor, a role model or a friend whom they only get to interact over the phone or bump into each other where there is no photo interests. 

This Month's event will be  going down on Thursday 24th July 2014 at Louis Leakey Auditorium, Museum Hill. All artists are invited to grace the occasion and feel part of the vast growing Gospel Podium which seeks to unite the ministry of music in the Body of Christ Jesus. 

The event which is Organized by Sakata Media - The producers of great gospel shows like NTV Password, Chee Live, Tumsifu and several other shows and the PRSP company for Sakata Mobi. 

Indeed this company with a few others like Raymedia which organises Raytalk- An event that seeks to educate and mentor music artists are out to let the 
Gospel music scene in Kenya shine beyond expectations.

Churchill & Angela Ndambuki of PRISK On Stage

We leave this event to every Gospel Artist and like minded persons to make it a better place and event that will help and enrich the rising and growing gospel music. 

To get updates of Gospel Podium like their page here

https://www.facebook.com/gospelpodium?fref=ts

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B4C Music Set To Leave The Country This Weekend..

The B4C Duo

B4C Music has been vibrant when it comes to school missions, Street perfomances and other perfoming platforms.

This coming weekend, B4C will be taking there music international as they have been invited to perform in Arusha Tanzania. Sources have it that they are set to take the word of God through music at  TARIME Childrens Home based in Arusha. B4C are set to perform alongside the famous mainstream gospel singer JULIUS MWITI aka MR. CROSS who hails from Nkubu, Meru.  

B4C Perfoming on Stage

Mr. Cross is well known for the hit songs like Baraka Zako and Ndoto Zetu not forgetting the song Amin which he featured Mr. Boo.

B4C with Danny Gift

Talking to Mtoto Wa Kifalme- one of the B4C Music Members on phone, He confirmed that indeed it was true and  all the travel  arrangements have been finalized. They are set to leave the country on Friday this week though He was not able to confirm whether they are scheduled to stay longer as it had been said that the organizer had arranged for some more performances after the weekends performance. 

You can get B4C Music video here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaGudXV89Qc

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Marggie Dawn: My Husband Risked For Me To Record My Music

MARGGIE DAWN

My walk with the Lord started at the age of 5 years.That's when I gave my life to the Lord. Yes it's true I was young but my heart was out to serving the Lord even at that age. I was much privileged to be with my elder sister who was born again and so it was easy for me to maintain my Christian life. 
She went to church conferences with me and I would be given a chance to sing in those conferences or even testify. I remember preaching to my late father about the love of God and I knew that the call of God was upon my life. The ministry of singing started at that tender age as I used to sing in Sunday school and any where I got a chance to minister. I started my primary education in the year 1980 and I continued in the love of Christ. In school teachers would give me a chance to lead a song or two. All through, my vocal prowess developed more and more letting me became the praise and worship leader in my church. By the time I was in class seven back in 1987, I was a good singer and I deepened my relationship with the lord.

Music Recording
I composed many songs   During then which I compiled and kept for many years and by the Grace of God I was able to start recording my first album on 2^nd June 2013 with HOSSANA title and had its video done on 2^nd June 2014. That is exactly 1 year. This did not just come easy as I waited upon the Lord to record my music for more than 20 years. 

Habakkuk 2:3 "..for the vision may tarry but it will surely come to pass.."

Marriage Life

MARGGIE DAWN

I have trusted the Lord with my life and He has been faithful to me. He opened a door for me and on 3rd Dec 2005, I married my Husband Anthony Chege Kabura of whom we are blessed with 2 Children. Shakina Ray 7years and Beracah John 4years. 

Support from My Husband
My Man ( Tonie Chege) risked his money when he went out of his way and applied for a loan to give me so that I could record my music. I have seen him walk with one pair of shoes, he has walked hungry without lunch struggling to settle the loan. Have paid the price for me to reach where I am today. Tonie has given me the greatest support that anybody in Ministry would ask for..He gives not because he has but because he has faith in what I do and his life is a sacrifice for me and my children.

Words cannot express everything but in one word I would say that the Lord is faithful and will always come through to those that wait upon him with all their hearts. God RESPECTS AND HONORS a heart that waits upon Him and to such He will never despise.

My Calling into Ministry

MARGGIE DAWN

I know that the Lord has called me to lay a stone in the body of Christ through praise and worship. All the songs I have done are now being sang in many churches and that brings contentment in my heart. It makes me feel that am fulfilling the call of God in my life.

Parting shot: To you who is in Ministry and you feel like things are not working out, you feel like heaven is shut on you, it's like you aren’t moving;
"Jeremia 1:5 - "..Before you were conceived in your mothers womb I knew you, before you were born I sanctified you and ordained you a prophet to the Nations..." - Wait upon the lord, If he has called you, He will make a way. Keep the vision though it may be tarry but it will come to pass. He does everything at His own time and nobody questions Him."

``~Marggie Dawn

Watch Marggie Dawn's Video here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYF8PKc4TsI

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A KIRINYAGA ARTIST SAYS BYE BYE KULEWA

 Jaytwoem :- is an uprising music talent that is mostly interested in sing music that touches our daily lives. He has leaned mostly in writing and recording inspirational music and mainstream gospel music. after he released his very first video that talks about alcoholism, we picked interest to know more about him and here is his story

"I am a second born in a family of three. 

How I got into Music

I picked interest in music through listening to a number of legendary musicians. I used to sing a long and remix songs by my favorite artists like Shaggy, Sean Paul and Jose Chameleon. I loved 

their songs very much and could sometimes remix them and perform for my friends in school and play groups. 

I decided to try and write my songs and here is where I realized I could write my own songs. 

With time I started visiting studios trying to find out if I could get a chance to record my songs. 

Most of the studios demanded for recording fee. This delayed my ambition for music but I kept my head high."



“BYE BYE KULEWA”

BYE BYE KULEWA

 I was born in a rural home where alcoholism is like reporting to school for young men or reporting to work for adults. I have witnessed some of my friends and families who have been very sadly affected by alcoholism and due to this, i had to write a song tittled Bye Bye Kulewa.

JEYTWOEM IN THE VIDEO BYE BYE KULEWA

My new video titled “Bye Bye Kulewa” is zeroed on discouraging use of illicit brew. This song targets to entertain and educate the youths at the same time. Its production has been carefully done to capture the attention of the youths in an effort to deliver the message .

My Opinion
We have to start cleaning the River from the source, if we start by educating the youth, then we will raise a new generation that is well informed on the negative effects of drug and alcoholism.

I am looking forward to partner with potential parties to help sensitize youths on alcoholism in my central region"

My Bye Bye Kulewa Initiative will be up and running soon"

Watch the video here;
Bye Bye Kulewa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HD0xdhgxkN0

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SUKU Releases His New Video "Hustle" With Milestone Visuals Media

SUKU MUSIQ

Suku is an uprising gospel artist based in Kenya . 

He started since he was a young boy and all his life has been dominated by musical activities which has seen him gradually grow gaining experience and expertise in the art and ministry. He decided to take it professionally early this year and opted to work with some of the best producers around town. 

So far he has managed to record three songs which are believed to take get him climbing hire soon. The songs he has done lately include Blazing fire, Rise Up - a collabo that consists of artists from Meru region and his latest song Hustle which he produced with Richy Bitz of Bitz House Music which is behind the production of the Lala salama by Willy Paul and New Song by Tybe

Suku's Hustle video has been directed by Ggee of Milestone Visuals Media - A Media company based in kikuyu.

Suku Confesses to have one and only hobby : Listening to music .

Asked his major challenges as an artist are Airplay and Finances to cater for his project

He lives by the code of Believing and trusting in God and also not to undermine self capability

New Video Hustle

In His new video "Hustle" Suku is basically encouraging people that life is all about working hard and never giving up regardless of the situation one may find himself in. If it is a calling. Passion, Hardwork, faith and prayer will definately take one to the destiny of a dream well nurtured

Here is a link to the video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_df7sWgIbQ

Keep it here for more about Suku

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All Artist! Attend Free!! Raytalk 5th Edition

Raytalk is an initiative that I personally consider one of the most innovative platform in this country's Music profile. 

The 5th Edition is here and we will be ready to hear from the One and Only Master Record Selector Dj Krowbar of KTN's Tukuza and Tendereza gospel TV shows, The eloquent and outstanding NTV news Anchor Victoria Rubadiri and one of the most inspiring Video Producer J Blessing of Global Link. The event will be happening at Michael Joseph Centre - Safaricom Hse, Along Waiyaki way from 8am to 4pm. If you want to register send your name to 0705 506 613. Entry is free.

Question Time

My Brief Experience 
The first time I got an opportunity to attend it was its second edition in March 2013. It was great for the first time getting an opportunity to meet and interact with some of the most talented Presenters, producers, entrepreneurs and Deejays whom I only used to watch on Tv. 

When the forum kicked off, there was so much that I learnt and this completely changed my game in terms of Music production, management, protection - copyright, packaging, public relations and many topics that turned up to be of great benefit to me as a music producer, artist manager and music production label owner.I changed my perception towards DJs whom I had for sometime then had tried to submit my productions and not getting airplay. I got a chance to know some of the key principles of Music submission to the deejays, Importance of getting a mentor and the key points to observe when writing a song, self packaging and importance of focus and consistencyWhat I would advise all personalities involved in this Music production and presentation is to try and attend. Its a life changing experience. You will definitely grow beyond limits.My Appreciations goes to the Raymedia C.E.O Raych Njonge with her team for coming up with this great initiative, The ever present personalities like Dr. Ofweneke, who keeps us laughing all through and at some point he gets serious and spiritual. 

MC Abel, Victor Mbuvi, Gerriey Wainaina, Sabastian Ngida and Mwenye Haki just to mention but a few.
The facilitators have been great preparing notes and topics that have directly influenced us positively in Music and creative arts. Check the posters for some of the editions has been facilitated by Blue of Sakata Media, Lilian Muli of Cotizen TV, Faith Muturi of Crossover 101, Ian Mbugua among others.Would also thank some of the sponsors who have acknowledged this effort and supported likes of PRiSK, Youth Enterprise, Safaricom, PrinceCam Media etc.

ArtistsIn Attendance

RED CARPET

Raytalk is a very interesting, interactive and lively event that you will pick many points that will help you in furthering and growing your career. If you have a vision of taking your artistic ideas and music career to the next level, Make time for this. 

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Tony Maxton 
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