Renowned gospel singer with five Grammy nominations, Travis Greene, has revealed an upcoming concert in Ghana scheduled for Wednesday, December 6, at the Empowerment Worship Centre – The Prayer Factory in Dzorwulu.
Titled “Celebrate Ghana,” this highly anticipated concert aims to provide comfort and inspiration to Ghanaians after a challenging year. The event promises an opportunity for attendees to experience unprecedented spiritual upliftment.
Speaking ahead of the event, headliner Travis Greene said: “…. in a world filled with challenges, we firmly believe that the constancy of God’s grace and love remains unwavering.
“It is in this spirit that we intend to create an atmosphere of authenticity, healing, and restoration for all who join us for this worship experience.”
Anticipated to draw over three thousand worshippers, the upcoming night with Travis Greene, titled “Celebrate Ghana,” promises to be an extraordinary event. Set to take place at the Empowerment Worship Centre – The Prayer Factory, Dzorwulu, the concert will feature Ghanaian artists like Joe Mettle, Phil Thompson, Victor Thompson, and more. Attendees can expect soul-stirring performances showcasing some of their most cherished songs.
Tickets for “Celebrate Ghana” are currently available at various locations, including Hallmark Café Dzorwulu, Achimota Shell, and Mont. 19 Swaniker Street, Abelemkpe Accra.
Travis Greene, known for his raw and expressive singing and songwriting, is a prominent figure in contemporary Christian and gospel music. Since his breakthrough in 2007, Greene has garnered widespread recognition, with his 2015 album, “The Hill,” reaching the top of the Billboard gospel chart. The album produced Grammy-nominated hits like “Intentional” and “Made a Way,” the latter staying at number one on the Hot Gospel Songs chart for 13 weeks.
With seven Stellar Gospel Awards to his credit, Greene continues to make a significant impact on the gospel music scene. His fifth Grammy nomination came for “Won’t Let Go” from his 2019 album “Broken Record,” and he returned in 2021 with “Oil + Water.”
Jacqueline Gyamfi Greene,wife of Grammy-nominated gospel act Travis Greene, on Friday stunned patrons at the 2022 Adom Praiz concert when she took the stage.
Jacqueline grabbed the microphone to minister on Friday midway through her husband’s performance praying with patrons and making some powerful declarations on their lives.
As expected, Mrs Greene’s performance was short-lived but she left the stage with patrons in high spirits and yearning for more of her.
Travis and Jacqueline’s three children also briefly joined the main act on the day to perform.
Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic struck, patrons of Adom Praiz were deprived of a live concert.
For two years, they had to watch artistes perform virtually and although that was entertaining, the absence of an in-person festival was felt.
So when Adom FM and its sister channel announced the return of the in-person festival, it was an opportunity for fans to once again revisit the joy that accompanies Adom Praiz.
Hence, on Friday, November 4, patrons trooped in – in their numbers as early as 5 pm – to the Perez Dome in Dzorwulu to worship God and entertain themselves with songs of praise.
The event was hosted jointly by Adom FM’s Kwamena Idan and Joy FM’s Pastor Ato Acquah.
Although he is not new to Adom Praiz, Sax Borsah’s presence at Perez Dome on such an occasion was a welcome sight.
The saxophonist was the opening act for the 2022 edition.
Sax Borsah
Leading the set with his renditions of popular gospel songs, Sax Borsah had patrons on their feet worshiping and singing to the glory of God as they prepared to witness thrilling performances from the other acts.
Thus when Jesse Morgan and later ‘Big God’ hitmaker Kofi Owusu Peprah took the stage, the audience were charged, – on their feet and hands in the air – they danced and sang along to their hits.
Jesse Morgan
Meanwhile, singer Efe Grace gave a performance that moved the crowd in the Perez Dome.
Her ministrations sent patrons to their knees and others seemingly ‘in the spirit’ as they listened to her deliver one of the moving performances of the night.
Efe Grace
Although fans were bumped to see her time on stage come to an end, they were soon compensated with a sermon from Prophet Gideon Danso.
The renowned man of God encouraged Christians and Ghanaians at large to remain steadfast in Christ amid the economic challenge.
His sermon gave hope to the audience as they looked up to God and prayed for strength and brighter days.
Prophet Gideon Danso
When he exited the stage, the man of the moment, the 2022 Adom Praiz headliner Travis Greene surprised fans by mounting the stage.
He got eager fans pulling out their phones to capture his performance so they could revisit the moment any time they wanted.
Excited fans were even taken aback when the wife of Travis joined him on stage mid-way through his performance.
Jacqueline Gyamfi Greene
Although her time was short, she sang, delivered a soulful performance and prayed for patrons.
From Make a Way to Intentional, Travis Greene not only thrilled the audience but left a lasting impression on them.
The headliner may have been done but there was more to look forward to.
Ohemaa Mercy brought the dome to a standstill when she graced the stage, first starting her performance with a spirit-filled ministration and later performing some of her biggest hits.
Many patrons moved to the front not only to see her better but dance and sing along to her songs.
They were willing to abandon their chairs to continue standing for the exciting performances from Pastor Edwin Dadson and later Soul Winners.
Fans pulled out their handkerchief, with some forming a long line or a circle; dancing to every praise tune these two acts put out.
Between Pastor Dadson’s medley of popular gospel songs including This far by Grace, Higher and ‘Nnaase’ and Soul Winners’ song ministrations, fans could not hold back their excitement – they were definitely a crowd favorite.
Perez Muzik with his talented vocalist then took over-delivering an electrifying performance at the Perez Dome.
Perez Muzik
But as promised he was not the final act to grace the stage.
Renowned Gospel singer Piesie Esther moved fans to tears with her performance especially when she soulfully sang her testimony-inspired song, ‘Wa Ye Me Yie’.
Celestine Donkor meanwhile, wowed the audience when she started off with a heated worship session.
She then switched to a praise session during which congregants couldn’t help but dance.
Gospel musician, Jacob Kwaw, popularly known as Jack Alolome, completed the job started by those before him – maintaining a charged atmosphere and entertaining the crowd.
With hit songs like ‘Tomorow by this time’, ‘Woso me mu’ and others, Jack was in his element when it came to giving the audience what they paid for – an exciting performance.
Travis Greene, the multiple Grammy-nominated gospel artiste, has finally touched down in Ghana ahead of the annual Adom Praiz concert that brings together multitudes to praise and adore their maker.
The US-based gospel musician has promised to give off an electrifying and one-in-a-moment stage performance at the Perez Dome as this marks the first time in a long time he set foot in the country.
Talking about expectations tomorrow, the Intentional hitmaker said he is poised to stage a performance that will forever linger in the memories of patrons.
“We did a new project called Take Revival… We will be doing new materials on that project as well. I have been writing and producing, and I am excited to share the old hits and some new songs that have been in the heart,” he said in an interview on JoyNews.
Throwing light on Ghana, he said: “It will be my first time back in Ghana since the pre-pandemic… it’s been about three years since I have been here. This is one of the first countries in Africa that has understood my impact.”
According to him, being married to a Ghanaian also gingers him to love the West-African country.
“The competition about the Jollof rice, the food, culture, and energy… I think Ghana is different and being married to a Ghanaian for me is a special attachment to this region of the world, and I am glad that I am back,” he said.
“Tomorrow is going to be unique. I am bringing all my energy and passion. The proof is that I am sitting in the studio now, and it’s going to be amazing. There is no place on the planet like it. Meet me there, and we are worshipping together,” he said.
The headline artiste, Travis Montorius Kwaku Greene, began his music career in 2007 with the release of The More via Greenelight Records.
He has since released two studio albums, Stretching Out in 2010, The Hill in 2015, and an EP, Intentional in 2015. He also released his live-recorded third album, Crossover: Live From Music City in 2017.
Greene’s music has charted on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums and the Top Gospel Songs charts, and he has been nominated for multiple awards, including five Grammy Awards and 13 Stellar Awards.
Greene and his wife lead Forward City Church in Columbia, South Carolina.
Meanwhile, the trendy event is set to happen at the Perez Dome on November 4, 2022, with other renowned Ghanaian gospel musicians such as Ohemaa Mercy, Piesie Ester, Efe Grace and Jackie Ankrah.
The list continues with Celestine Donkor, Perez Music, Jack Alolome and Edwin Dadson among other notable gospel maestros who are eager to shake up the auditorium.
The concert will this time have live patrons in the auditorium as the Covid-19 pandemic forced organisers to hold the 2021 edition in virtual form.
The ticket prices for this year’s event are GH₵150 for two and GH₵100 for singles.
Grammy-nominated American gospel singer Travis Greene has been billed as the headline artiste for Adom FM’s annual concert, Adom Praiz 2022.
The event is set to happen at the Perez Dome on November 4, 2022, with other renowned Ghanaian gospel musicians such as Diana Hamilton and Ohemaa Mercy.
The list continues with Celestine Donkor, Perez Music, Jack Alolome and Edwin Dadson among other notable gospel maestros who are eager to shake up the auditorium.
He has since released two studio albums, Stretching Out in 2010, The Hill in 2015, and an EP, Intentional in 2015. He also released his live-recorded third album, Crossover: Live From Music City in 2017.
Greene’s music has charted on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums and the Top Gospel Songs charts, and he has been nominated for multiple awards, including five Grammy Awards and 13 Stellar Awards.
Greene and his wife lead Forward City Church in Columbia, South Carolina.
Meanwhile, the official launch for the Adom Praiz show is scheduled to take place at Adom FM’s Adom Live Worship show on Wednesday, October 12.
Interestingly, this year’s event will span two days, as Adom FM intends to give many budding gospel musicians the chance to showcase their talents at the Praiz festival on the first day, prior to the main show on November 4.
The annual Adom Praiz concert, powered by Adom 106.3FM, has over the years seen some of the world’s biggest music acts give off electrifying performances that have left lasting memories on patrons.
The concert will this time have live patrons in the auditorium as the pandemic had the 2021 edition in virtual mode.
The ticket prices for this year’s event are GH₵ 150 for couples, and GH₵ 100 for singles.
Country musician Travis McCready played to an audience wearing face masks in what’s been described as the first US concert since the Covid-19 lockdown.
The gig, in Arkansas, offered a glimpse of how live music could resume in the UK, with compulsory temperature tests and social distancing for all present.
Concert-goers were required to buy seats in clusters, branded “fan pods”, and large areas were roped off.
“It’s just nice to be doing something that’s normal,” said one attendee.
McCready’s concert was originally scheduled for Friday, 15 May, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, but Governor Asa Hutchinson said it failed to meet the state’s public health standards.
The venue – a former Masonic temple called TempleLive – was threatened with a cease-and-desist order and had its alcohol licence revoked.
But after making adjustments to their concert plan, the venue received permission to stage the concert on Monday night.
Under the state-approved plan, all employees and audience members over the age of 10 were required to wear face coverings, and performers were instructed to maintain a minimum distance of 12 feet from the audience.
The state also allowed TempleLive to have 239 people seated in the 1,100-seat venue.
‘Fight for your right’
After receiving the go-ahead, representatives from the venue maintained they had delayed the concert against their will.
“This is about rock and roll, and having a good time, and live music, and being out with your peers, and doing what you do as an American: You get out, you do things,” Mike Brown told reporters at Arkansas TV station KFSM-TV.
Speaking to the New York Times, Mr Brown also argued that concert venues were being held to stricter standards than other public gatherings.
“If you can go to a church and it’s a public assembly, there is no difference,” said Mike Brown, a representative for Temple Live. “How is it OK for one group to have a public meeting, and it’s not OK for a music venue to have the same opportunity?”
State officials argued that a concert was more dangerous than a religious gathering because it was more likely to attract visitors from out-of-town.
When the show finally went ahead on Monday night, Mr Brown greeted the audience by playing the Beastie Boys’ Fight For Your Right (To Party) before introducing support act Lauren Brown.
McCready took to the stage later, without referencing the strange circumstances. Nonetheless, fans seemed to appreciate the show.
“We’re happy to be here,” said LaLisa Smiddy, who drove four hours to attend the concert.
“I’m one of the more paranoid ones out there, and when I saw everything this venue has done, I was ready to come,” she told the New York Times. “I think they’ve done an outstanding job.”
