Album Notes

A group of versatile young artists, performing 16 inspirational songs that combine positive uplifting lyrics with an infectious blend of Hip-Hop, R&P and Contemporary Gospel rhythms that are truly "AMAZING".

The artists hail from NEW YORK Metropolitan area, and are all deeply committed to using their musical talents in spreading an alternative, positive image for today's generation.

"O'Neil steers the Gents in chanting lyrics such as: "NO NEED TO WORRY"...Young audiences eat it up."
Peter K. Johnson, CHARISMA MAGAZINE Dec. 2002

FEATURED ARTISTS

Lamont O'Neil & The NUBIAN GENTS
Lamont delivers a warm message of encouragement to Christian women in the song "FEMININE FIRE" and calls a the prodigal son back home on "JOEY." A former J.H.S. school teacher, Lamont is the founder and leader of The Nubian Gents Step-Dance Ministry, inner-city young men from NYC who mesmerized audiences everywhere they go. They have toured England, The Netherlands, Africa and the USA, and are featured in a heart-warming performance on "NO NEED TO WORRY."

Craig Allen (a.k.a. son of God)
Craig uses his gift of rap on the songs "JUBILEO", "AMAZING" & "FRAGRANCE" to provide youth with a positive alternative to the negative lyrics of today's music. He also mentors young artists through BEATS & BLESSINGS ACADEMY (www.cdbaby.com/openarmscomp), which gives youth in the community the opportunity to record, perform and distribute positive rap music to their peers.

Cliff Jean-Philippe (a.k.a. Malakai)
Malakai is also an extremely talented songwriter, and rap artist. On "AMAZING VOL.1" Malakai takes Hip-Hop to the next level by using his production skills on guitar, bass and piano.

Lavonne Jackson Wright
She sings with a heaven-sent voice that cannot be duplicated. Lavonne's passion and anointed vocals can be heard on the songs "STRENGTH TO CARRY ON", "JUBILEO" and "THE FLOW."

Josephine Gbain
Her interpretation of "AMAZING GRACE" is one of the most uplifting renditions of this soul-stirring hymn to ever be recorded.

Andre Ashby
Andre won the solo category at McDonalds Godpel Fest 2000 and had the privilege of singing background vocals for Platinum Recording Aritist Olet Adams and Martha Wash. Andre has a very rich and powerful vocal delivery, as showcased on the Amazing CD rendition of "JOY TO THE WORLD".

WISDOM
Wisdom eloquently lifts up Jesus on the song "Mighty Wind"(RU-ACH). His current project, "The Wisdom Experiece" proclaims a simple message of God's love & grace.


AMAZING REVIEWS

"I have been getting blessed listening to the whole cd. We play JUBILEO, The FLOW and RAPTURE."
Christa Faith, WCUW 91.3 FM, Worchester, Mass.

"I think there is some outstanding musicianship contained on the project."
Garrett M. Johnson, Entertainment Attorney

I have played your CD every since I purchased it. My favorite song is "STRENGTH TO CARRY ON". I work for YOUNG LIFE in Baltimore City and I have used that song to minister to many of my broken young ladies"
Sophia Cox, MD

"I heard you all at the Park Ave Soul Liberation Fest in Mpls. MN...never heard anything like you before!!!! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, WORSHIPFUL, FUNKY MIX."
Lori, Mpls, MN

"A unique ministry to motivate and communicate the gospel of Jesus Christ into a youth sub-culture few have been able to penetrate."
Pastor Pete Scazzero, New Life Fellowship, Elmhurst, NY
Author of The Emotionally Healthy Church,
published by ZONDERVAN

"this group has a great handle on making the blend of Hip Hop with Gospel, CCM, and R&B work very well for them."
Nicee D, TRI-STATE VOICE, July 2002