Published by Jamaica Observer - 14th August, 2024.
September 7 will mark a historic day for the Caribbean music scene as Barbados-based Naba Band prepares to launch 25 original praise and worship songs titled ‘Sounds of the Glorious Church’.
The songs to be released were first recorded live at an event which took place earlier this year.
The group represents the Caribbean as it features members from Jamaica, as well as other islands throughout the region.
The band’s story began years ago, rooted in a divine revelation that the Caribbean, despite its small population, holds an outsized influence in the global music scene. From soca to calypso and dancehall, the islands have consistently produced sounds that have resonated far beyond their shores. However, Naba Band’s founders recognised that while these genres dominated secular music, there was a spiritual sound waiting to be unlocked—a sound that could only come from a genuine move of God.
Dr Andre Thomas, the visionary behind Naba Band, recalls the moment when this realisation hit home.
“We understood that this sound couldn’t be artificially created. It had to be birthed from a spiritual movement unique to the Caribbean. Every geographical area has its divine repository, and for us, it was about tapping into that God-given sound that was meant to transform lives,” he said.
What makes this launch so significant is not just the number of songs—25 in total—but the fact that each song carries a prophetic message meant to inspire, uplift, and transform.
“These songs are not just music; they are vehicles of transformation,” Dr Thomas added. “They were born out of deep spiritual experiences and are meant to be a tool for worshippers to connect with God on a profound level.”
The September 7 event will be a worship experience that invites participants to enter into an atmosphere where they can encounter the divine. The songs, such as “Winds of the Spirit” and “I Will Not Faint,” are already being hailed as anthems for this generation—expressions of faith, resilience, and divine intervention.
Naba Band’s launch is a momentous occasion for the entire Caribbean. It underscores the region’s ability to produce not just world-renowned secular music but also spiritually impactful worship songs that can change lives and nations. The band’s vision extends beyond the islands, with their music set to be available on all major streaming platforms, ensuring that the Caribbean’s spiritual sound is heard worldwide.
For those attending or tuning in, the event promises to be a day of spiritual renewal and musical excellence—a day when the Caribbean will once again show the world its unique gift of sound.
Naba Band is a subsidiary of the Fresh Anointing & Wisdom Network.
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