ELEV8 Magazine

01/08/2021

ELEV8 Live: Durrell Davis Knight

Author Durrell Davis Knight shares highlights from her new book!

01/07/2021

ELEV8 Live: Durrell Davis Knight

Author Durrell Davis Knight shares highlights from her new book!

01/06/2021

ELEV8 LIVE: GOSPEL GURU TRIVIA

Fair and honest game of gospel music trivia with Je Vaughn, Melissa Bethea, and the Gospel Guru DeVanté Arbet on ELEV8 Magazine

https://youtu.be/BmCFB1T5T2s

Je Vaughn, Melissa Bethea, and the Gospel Guru himself DeVanté participate in a fair and honest game of Gospel Trivia during the Creative Showcase segment of...

01/06/2021

ELEV8 Magazine Live: Gospel Guru DeVanté Arbet

Devante Arbet, aka “The Gospel Guru,” has made a name for himself as one of the leading Gospel bloggers and the curator of one of the premiere destinations for the latest in Gospel music and news. Arbet created TheGospelGuru.com in 2011, out of his love and knowledge of the genre, because he saw a need for more platforms dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Gospel music, its artists, news and events. The site attracts thousands of visitors, monthly, and has solidified its place as a preeminent resource for Gospel entertainment and inspiration.

Arbet has lived up to his moniker by remaining at the forefront of all that is going on within the industry. Now, responding to increased demand, Arbet is expanding his popular brand with the launch of The Gospel Guru LIVE, a weekly Gospel music and inspirational radio show, which debuted in February 2017. The Gospel Guru LIVE airs between 4 and 6pm CST, in Arbet’s home state of Louisiana, on KJMG Majic 97.3 FM, and is also broadcast live online at TheGospelGuru.com. The Gospel Guru LIVE plays today’s hits and beloved classics of the genre. The show features artist interviews and an intriguing exclusive segment called “Ask Gospel Guru,” where Arbet will field questions and dish on the latest hot topics in Gospel Music.

Branching out beyond the arenas of digital media and radio, Arbet has his hand in artist management, working with some of Gospel music’s brightest stars such as Anthony Brown and Christina Bell.

01/06/2021

ELEV8 Magazine Live: Gospel Guru DeVanté Arbet

Devante Arbet, aka “The Gospel Guru,” has made a name for himself as one of the leading Gospel bloggers and the curator of one of the premiere destinations for the latest in Gospel music and news. Arbet created TheGospelGuru.com in 2011, out of his love and knowledge of the genre, because he saw a need for more platforms dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Gospel music, its artists, news and events. The site attracts thousands of visitors, monthly, and has solidified its place as a preeminent resource for Gospel entertainment and inspiration.

Arbet has lived up to his moniker by remaining at the forefront of all that is going on within the industry. Now, responding to increased demand, Arbet is expanding his popular brand with the launch of The Gospel Guru LIVE, a weekly Gospel music and inspirational radio show, which debuted in February 2017. The Gospel Guru LIVE airs between 4 and 6pm CST, in Arbet’s home state of Louisiana, on KJMG Majic 97.3 FM, and is also broadcast live online at TheGospelGuru.com. The Gospel Guru LIVE plays today’s hits and beloved classics of the genre. The show features artist interviews and an intriguing exclusive segment called “Ask Gospel Guru,” where Arbet will field questions and dish on the latest hot topics in Gospel Music.

Branching out beyond the arenas of digital media and radio, Arbet has his hand in artist management, working with some of Gospel music’s brightest stars such as Anthony Brown and Christina Bell.

01/04/2021

ELEV8 LIVE: KHARE HAWKINS

No stranger to the Gospel industry, Khare has shared the stage with musical greats such as Donald Lawrence, Karen Clark-Sheard, Kirk Franklin and more! He has recorded two albums with the incomparable Ricky Dillard and has performed with the same on The Stellar Awards, BET’s Celebration of Gospel as well as in other countries.
Khare, like so many others, was born and raised in church. With his mother being a Reverend and his father a VP at Sony, Khare has been around music all of his life. His upbringing also afforded him the opportunity to learn how to serve in various areas of ministry which will help him on this new journey. Khare’s earliest achievement began by founding the Olympia High School Choir in Orlando, FL. To date, this choir is still active and flourishing.

With the help of some well-known industry friends, Khare is embarking on a solo career that will catapult him to the top of the charts. His flair for style and vocal abilities are a winning combination. He is sure to win over any skeptic as soon as they hear his smooth melodic voice.

In September 2014, Khare released his debut EP entitled “Awesome God”. This EP will have a mixture of modern worship and praise along with some traditional sounds which is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Khare believes in and stands on the Word of God and declares that no matter what has happened in his past, and where this journey takes him in the future, Romans 8:28 will be his mantra, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose

01/04/2021

ELEV8 LIVE: KHARE HAWKINS

No stranger to the Gospel industry, Khare has shared the stage with musical greats such as Donald Lawrence, Karen Clark-Sheard, Kirk Franklin and more! He has recorded two albums with the incomparable Ricky Dillard and has performed with the same on The Stellar Awards, BET’s Celebration of Gospel as well as in other countries.
Khare, like so many others, was born and raised in church. With his mother being a Reverend and his father a VP at Sony, Khare has been around music all of his life. His upbringing also afforded him the opportunity to learn how to serve in various areas of ministry which will help him on this new journey. Khare’s earliest achievement began by founding the Olympia High School Choir in Orlando, FL. To date, this choir is still active and flourishing.

With the help of some well-known industry friends, Khare is embarking on a solo career that will catapult him to the top of the charts. His flair for style and vocal abilities are a winning combination. He is sure to win over any skeptic as soon as they hear his smooth melodic voice.

In September 2014, Khare released his debut EP entitled “Awesome God”. This EP will have a mixture of modern worship and praise along with some traditional sounds which is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Khare believes in and stands on the Word of God and declares that no matter what has happened in his past, and where this journey takes him in the future, Romans 8:28 will be his mantra, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose

12/11/2020

ELEV8 Live Presents: The James Finley Interview

James Finley has made the transition from Atlanta to Oklahoma and is creating waves on the West Coast.

12/09/2020

ELEV8 LIVE PRESENTS: KENNY LEWIS

Kenny Lewis is the founder of Kenny Lewis and One Voice. Kenny Lewis got his career start at a young age by singing with Mark Hubbard and Ricky Dillard and becoming the Minister of Music at many churches throughout the Chicago-land area. Kenny Lewis released his first national project in 2000 entitled “The Bridge” on Marxan/Malaco Records which featured the smash hit “Yes”. This project opened doors for him to travel the nation and share the stage with many gospel giants. Kenny reached new heights in his career in 2007 with the release of “Everybody Everybody” which was his first crossover hit reaching number 8 on the Gospel Charts while also charting on Billboard’s Urban Adult-Contemporary charts.

Kenny's newest album release is "Undefeated". "Undefeated" features Pastor Michael Lampkin, Charles Jenkins, Bridgette Hurt, Lemme Battles, and Sunday Best finalist Tiffany Andrews.

12/07/2020

ELEV8 Live Presents: The James Finley Interview

James Finley has made the transition from Atlanta to Oklahoma and is creating waves on the West Coast.

12/07/2020

ELEV8 Magazine Presents: The Stephen Anderson Interview

Singer/Songwriter Stephen Anderson will be live in a virtual concert on 12/7/20 at 8pm EST. ELEV8 Live goes behind the scenes to get an exclusive look into the preparations for this exciting virtual event!

12/07/2020

ELEV8 Magazine Presents: The Stephen Anderson Interview

Singer/Songwriter Stephen Anderson will be live in a virtual concert on 12/7/20 at 8pm EST. ELEV8 Live goes behind the scenes to get an exclusive look into the preparations for this exciting virtual event!

12/04/2020

ELEV8 Live Presents: Dr Enaysha Thompson

Editor in Chief of ELEV8 Magazine and RYZE Magazine is featured

12/04/2020

ELEV8 Live Presents: Dr Enaysha Thompson

Editor in Chief of ELEV8 Magazine and RYZE Magazine is featured

12/03/2020

Marquis Boone Talks Tasha Cobbs Leonard

Dr. Marquis Boone managed Award winning singer Tasha Cobbs Leonard at the beginning of her career. In this clip, Dr. Boone talks about the start of their business relationship and the impact of that relationship dissolving.

https://youtu.be/QcVHta6EIDM

Dr. Marquis Boone managed Award winning singer Tasha Cobbs Leonard at the beginning of her career. In this clip, Dr. Boone talks about the start of their bu...

12/03/2020

ELEV8 LIVE PRESENTS: KENNY LEWIS

Kenny Lewis is the founder of Kenny Lewis and One Voice. Kenny Lewis got his career start at a young age by singing with Mark Hubbard and Ricky Dillard and becoming the Minister of Music at many churches throughout the Chicago-land area. Kenny Lewis released his first national project in 2000 entitled “The Bridge” on Marxan/Malaco Records which featured the smash hit “Yes”. This project opened doors for him to travel the nation and share the stage with many gospel giants. Kenny reached new heights in his career in 2007 with the release of “Everybody Everybody” which was his first crossover hit reaching number 8 on the Gospel Charts while also charting on Billboard’s Urban Adult-Contemporary charts.

Kenny's newest album release is "Undefeated". "Undefeated" features Pastor Michael Lampkin, Charles Jenkins, Bridgette Hurt, Lemme Battles, and Sunday Best finalist Tiffany Andrews.

12/02/2020

The Marquis Boone Interview

If passion and purpose have long served as stalwart roots for Atlanta-based pastor Marquis Boone, then the titles of spiritual leader, industry executive, motivational speaker, artist manager, Amazon best-selling author, entrepreneur, mentor, and spiritual advisor to a host of celebrities are certainly the outreaching branches that have sprouted from his lifelong dedication to building the kingdom of Jesus Christ.

Marquis Boone is becoming one of the entertainment industry's biggest movers and shakers. He is the founder of Marquis Boone Enterprises, LLC a company at the intersection of publishing, music, artist management, ministry and social good with film and television coming soon. Not only is Marquis a industry executive but he also currently serves as the Lead Pastor of the emerging Fresh Start Church in Duluth, GA, he has been lauded by fellow spiritual leaders and more for his innovative approach to ministry and leadership – a trait that already sees him setting the new standard for permeating boundaries in and beyond the faith-based arena. Armed with an endearing message of renewal, healing, and restoration, his vision has manifested into a ministerial movement of cultural transcendence.

Boone’s fresh start came at the age of fourteen when he became a licensed minister in his hometown, Baltimore, MD. His dedication to education only surpassed by his marriage to ministry, he would continue to excel academically by finishing high school at age 16 and later graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree with a minor in management by age 19. This academic journey would also see him procure a Master of Arts degree in Christian Leadership and Master of Divinity degree from Luther Rice University as well as a P.H.D. in theology.

The seeds planted by his early academic and ministerial pursuits would go on to bear the fruits of leadership that have seen him deemed one of America’s most influential spiritual leaders of his generation. Using the power of his prophetic vision as a compass, Boone has uplifted audiences of more than a hundred thousand throughout the world through travels across North America and in Europe. Once tapped to be a guest speaker at Bishop I.V. Hilliard’s “Spiritual Encounter”, Boone has also shared his gift with audiences at Bishop T.D. Jakes “MegaFest”.

At 25, he started Marquis Boone Enterprises and rapidly began to launch into various different business ventures which gained recognition for their innovative marketing ideas, hard work ethic, and eye for talent, managing gospel sensation Tasha Cobbs and discovering Casey J and then-19 year-old Briana Babineaux aka Bri whom both were launched into global superstardom.

12/01/2020

The Marquis Boone Interview

If passion and purpose have long served as stalwart roots for Atlanta-based pastor Marquis Boone, then the titles of spiritual leader, industry executive, motivational speaker, artist manager, Amazon best-selling author, entrepreneur, mentor, and spiritual advisor to a host of celebrities are certainly the outreaching branches that have sprouted from his lifelong dedication to building the kingdom of Jesus Christ.

Marquis Boone is becoming one of the entertainment industry's biggest movers and shakers. He is the founder of Marquis Boone Enterprises, LLC a company at the intersection of publishing, music, artist management, ministry and social good with film and television coming soon. Not only is Marquis a industry executive but he also currently serves as the Lead Pastor of the emerging Fresh Start Church in Duluth, GA, he has been lauded by fellow spiritual leaders and more for his innovative approach to ministry and leadership – a trait that already sees him setting the new standard for permeating boundaries in and beyond the faith-based arena. Armed with an endearing message of renewal, healing, and restoration, his vision has manifested into a ministerial movement of cultural transcendence.

Boone’s fresh start came at the age of fourteen when he became a licensed minister in his hometown, Baltimore, MD. His dedication to education only surpassed by his marriage to ministry, he would continue to excel academically by finishing high school at age 16 and later graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree with a minor in management by age 19. This academic journey would also see him procure a Master of Arts degree in Christian Leadership and Master of Divinity degree from Luther Rice University as well as a P.H.D. in theology.

The seeds planted by his early academic and ministerial pursuits would go on to bear the fruits of leadership that have seen him deemed one of America’s most influential spiritual leaders of his generation. Using the power of his prophetic vision as a compass, Boone has uplifted audiences of more than a hundred thousand throughout the world through travels across North America and in Europe. Once tapped to be a guest speaker at Bishop I.V. Hilliard’s “Spiritual Encounter”, Boone has also shared his gift with audiences at Bishop T.D. Jakes “MegaFest”.

At 25, he started Marquis Boone Enterprises and rapidly began to launch into various different business ventures which gained recognition for their innovative marketing ideas, hard work ethic, and eye for talent, managing gospel sensation Tasha Cobbs and discovering Casey J and then-19 year-old Briana Babineaux aka Bri whom both were launched into global superstardom.

11/30/2020

Gershon Addo Interview

Today we had the pleasure of interviewing Gershon Addo! Check It Out: https://youtu.be/ACWL7A4kUlQ

ELEV8 Live Welcomed Gershon Addo into the Virtual Studio.New Generation Levites (NGL) is a Chicago-based Christian band that is made up of psalmists united t...

11/28/2020

New Generation Levites(NGL) is a Chicago-based Christian band that is made up of psalmists united to share the love of God through music. Their authentic way of connecting with people through music provides a manifestation of freedom and guarantees a life-changing experience. Their music reflects different styles and genres that brings joy, hope and a personal connection with God.

Gershon Addo was born in Paterson, NJ and raised in Ghana, West Africa. He is a husband, a father of 5 beautiful children, worship leader, songwriter and producer. He was given the vision to bring worshippers together who will express the heart of God to the world. He and his wife Edith Addo are writers of the original songs on their new album “Let Your Kingdom Come” Volume 1 of this album is now available on all digital outlets . This album was recorded live on November 2019 and guarantees an experience of God’s presence in a profound way. Volume 2 of this album will be available in January 2021. You can follow Gershon & NGL on Facebook, Instagram and subscribe to their YouTube channel for exclusive visual content from their live recording and so many more.