Let's face it, we all like good time. It does not matter where we are from; whether it be from the Caribbean, Japan, United States or Iraq, we all love a good time. A time when we can put away the troubles of life so that we can have some time to free up our minds and unwind, is the greatest gift one can get. I love those times because they allow us us to let loose a lot of stress and it gets us right back on the right track after it is all over- a sense of relief.
The name speaks for itself, it's an EXPLOSION! Although not to be mistake in the destructive form but of a spark that exploded from within starting a chain reaction to go out there to do and continue doing great and positive things. We are often times weary and need that form of encouragement thus that igniting and explosion. It is said even the encourager needs some encouraging so it goes both ways. We should not be weary in well doing says the great book but even Jesus Christ was in need of some encouragement when he realize what he was going to go through for the sake of man. Hey, if Jesus Christ needed it, what makes you think you don't? This is what this concert was about.
This is one of the top events that takes place, in the gospel arena, in the Caribbean and it is called, 'Gospel Explosion Concert'. The name echoes volumes like the after effects of an explosions because this type of concert is indeed an explosion that you cannot afford to miss. On the lines of realness and positivism, different artists around the Caribbean came together to the Nature Island, Dominica, to bring forth a dynamic collaborative performances of different genres and musical styles. We're talking about the cream of the crop, in versatility, ranging from Dancehall to Reggae, from Zouk and unto Bouyon. Gospel in the Caribbean stems from the Caribbean Culture and it is through this means whereby persons express themselves as real individuals thus a Caribbean Party. Not to be carried away with the secular world, but in tact with strong lyrical content and favourable rhythms and riddims to keep you active.
The Fifth Annual Gospel Explosion came with yet another on-set of performances who graciously dominated the stage with the crowd backing them up in pure acceptance and overwhelming joy. The first segment of this Explosive gospel concert was performed by a Dominican group called Brothers of Destiny and a particularly unique Jamaica artist who goes by the name of Ordinary aka Mr. Amen.
PART TWO
Part Two was a double explosion of this Christian Party which means double portion of excitement and deeper meaning added to the theme. The Trinidadian Gospel Soca/Dancehall artist known as, Koen Duncan, left an unforgettable impression that night! As soon as he set foot on that stage and his voice was heard through the speakers, I knew it was a Heroshima that went off. KaBloom! When he started with the old school type theme and made it modern, I could not help but lift my hands and sing along whilst I danced and enjoyed myself. I was not alone and as you will see the crowd's reaction being similar to my own as we jumped! In addition to him came the well known, Carlene Davis out of Jamaica who closed the show with her mixtures in gospel music including rap. She did a magnificent job at that as well.
It is at the ending of the concert when you realize that, Gospel Explosion is a time where everyone is invited under the common purpose of giving God the praise that is due unto him and a time well spent under some great positive music, lyrics and message.
Music Video was also done by Kirk Davis entitled, 'Don't Deny Me' and Kirk Davis and St. Matthew on 'Solution' which had the meaning of putting God first in everything that we do.
BrBpTV Episode 13 - Gospel ExplosionOne of the Best Gospel Explosion ever held in Dominica in our books.
Posted by BrBp-TV on Thursday, February 4, 2016
