Journeys In Melody Podcast

🎙️ Season 5, Episode 2 was special. Right in the heart of Calgary, Alberta 🇨🇦, I had the privilege of sitting down with the CSMA-nominated Classical Gospel group Chrysolites Jamaica. What started as a red carpet moment turned into a powerful conversation about purpose, passion, and the journey behind their music. From rich harmonies to real-life journeys, they’re bringing a sound and message that...

I'm excited to kick off a brand new season of the Journeys In Melody podcast with Corey van de Nes - a singer/songwriter and recording artist from Holland, with Jamaican heritage. She is the founder of A Peace of Me (APOM) Inspirational Entertainment. Corey "The Soul Scientist" considers herself a prophetic singer, storyteller, and speaker whose life and work are centred on healing, restoration, a...

In Episode 28 of Journeys In Melody, I sit down with Canadian singer/songwriter Bev Foster for a deeply moving and honest conversation. Bev shares the heart behind her music, her journey through her son’s mental health challenges, and the powerful role music plays in healing. We also explore themes of faith, personal struggles, growth, and the inspiring work of the Room 217 Foundation. This episod...

Daniel Richter is a Canadian Christian pop artist whose journey has taken him from mainstream success to a deeply faith-centred calling. Formerly the frontman of Eleven Past One (Warner Music Canada), Daniel toured nationally, earned millions of streams, and achieved a gold-certified hit before surrendering his career trajectory to pursue music rooted in worship and spiritual transformation. Now b...

Episode 26 of Journeys In Melody features a powerful and joy-filled conversation with Colombian-born worship leader and gospel artist María Del Mar Calderón García, also known as MAR. In this episode, we trace her journey from growing up in Colombia to building a new life and ministry in New Jersey, and how God used that transition to deepen both her faith and her calling through music. We talk ab...

Damaris Elaine is a Christian singer, songwriter, musician, and author who shares original music to reach a global audience of both believers and seekers. With a unique blend of English and Spanish contemporary songs, she explores themes that resonate with people from every walk of life. This episode is inspirational, uplifting, and full of meaningful conversation. Tune in to Episode 25, now strea...

New Year. New Episode. new.bach. We’re kicking off the year with South Korean contemporary classical artist Sharon Park (박새론) — a singer, composer, arranger, and music educator redefining what modern classical sound can be. Known on Instagram as @new.bach, Sharon bridges tradition and innovation through her compositions, drawing inspiration from the masters while shaping a voice uniquely her ow...

Ruthie Larbi is a Christian Pop/R&B singer-songwriter born and raised in Ontario, Canada. Ruthie has always been passionate about music, and she combines this passion with her faith in order to create music that is uplifting, reflective, and inspirational. Ruthie always has at the forefront of her mind the following quote:"It's only one life, it will soon pass; only what's done fo...

Cynthia Lok is a Canadian singer-songwriter and worship leader from North Vancouver, B.C. She started writing music because of a prophetic word that she received from her pastor in 2004. After fighting through her own insecurities and receiving several more prophetic words on leading worship and writing songs for Jesus, Cynthia took a step of faith and wrote her first song in 2006. Since then, the...

In a sea of voices, Cario Young stands out as a beacon of authenticity and unstoppable hope. From his early days leading school and church choirs in Hector’s River to writing his very first song at age ten, his journey has always been fueled by a deep spiritual purpose and the vibrant pulse of Jamaican heritage. Cario’s music isn’t just about uplifting melodies—it’s about living a message. His pass...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Rachell Miñan, a talented Panamanian singer and recording artist whose soulful voice connects cultures and generations. From her early beginnings in Panama to her musical journey in the United States, Rachel shares how her time abroad influenced her artistry, broadened her perspective, and refined her sound. She opens up about the influence of her family...

In this powerful and heart-stirring episode of Journeys In Melody, I had a chat with Canadian singer, songwriter, actor, and creative powerhouse Marika Siewert. Known for her soulful voice, chart-topping singles, and inspiring faith-filled artistry, Marika opens up about her musical journey, the power of resilience, and the faith that fuels her purpose. From her early days in England to her career...

Get ready to dive into an inspiring conversation in this episode of Journeys In Melody as I chat with two of the minds behind the Canadian Selah Music Awards: President and Founder, Dr. Elio Alcindor and PR Powerhouse, Sharon Rurak. Elio Alcindor is a Haitian–Canadian singer, composer, and medical doctor, Elio mixes faith and artistry into a powerful platform. Not only did he launch the Canadian S...

My guests are Brenda and Philip Janz. A dynamic musical duo from British Columbia, Canada. Originally from Nova Scotia, Brenda has happily and permanently settled in BC as of 1984. She has been singing her whole life and writing music for over 30 years. She has previously released two albums and is currently very excited about her third release in early 2025, entitled, “Way of life.” Her music has...

Hope Sheree is an Award-winning Gospel Music Singer/Song Writer, Radio/Podcast Host, & Best-selling Author. She is a multifaceted artist and motivational figure known for her contributions to music, broadcasting, and inspirational speaking. As a Billboard-charting Spiritual Soul music artist, she has released several gospel projects, including her 2024 single "Broken," which aims to...

Theo Milford is a gifted contemporary gospel vocalist and praise and worship leader with a heart for inspiring others through music. Originally from Jamaica, West Indies, Theo grew up in a Christian home where his passion for music ministry was nurtured as he deepened his relationship with Christ. Currently serving as a worship leader at Community Praise Center inAlexandria, VA, Theo brings a spir...

At a young age, “JahOcean” became aware of his ability to structure his life experiences with rhythmic expressions. These expressions became his hope. He would often rap in his room for hours to create a world that was better than the world he was experiencing. He was heavily influenced by songs that told stories in creative ways. Artists such as Nas, J. Cole, and Bob Marley became his virtual phi...

Howard Messam is a renowned Christian Saxophonist from Montego Bay, Jamaica. His experience is wide-ranging and his ministry has blessed the hearts of Jamaicans and visitors from all over the world. One could say he has become one with his instrument. On this episode he shares his journey from his early days and first paid gig, his musical life playing with the likes of Ziggy Marley, his close enc...

For Noel Robinson - influential songwriter, recording artist and pioneer of the UK gospel music community - a commitment to local church has always played a pivotal role in his life and career which now spans 30+ years of ministry. Growing up, Noel was encouraged to contribute to Sunday worship following the example set by his father, also a musician. Noel’s early experiences within the Pentecosta...

Episode 11 of the Journeys In Melody Podcast features Gospel Music Recording Artist, Juno and GMA Award winner - K-Anthony (Kevin Anthony Fowler). K-Anthony's early musical experiences began in the church he attended in his youth, located in Falmouth, Jamaica. He is influenced by the island music, and you can hear his love of reggae and R&B. His strong musicality shows his classical training g...

This interview is with Gospel Music Recording Artist and Church Music Leader - Dimas Cortez. Dimas is also a Nurse Practitioner. Dimas Cortez was born is Los Angeles, CA and later moved with his family to Reading, PA where he now leads the music program at his local church. Dimas attended Christian Life College and received an Associates in Music and later studied nursing and is currently serving...

Miguel W. Lowe is a Jamaican musician, pianist, songwriter, composer, producer, choral director and author. He is best known for his extensive work with the Chrysolites and the Celebration Mass Choir. He has over 30 years of experience as a Pianist and specializes in church music. His distinctive style is best known within the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Jamaica. The Chrysolites have an ongoin...

Morrissa was introduced to music at a very young age. Honing her gifts as a classically trained pianist and vocalist she won her first national songwriting competition at just 7 years old- evidently proving that Morrissa was on the right path. As she grew, her love for music and the arts grew with her. She recalls many weekends filled with joyful car rides rehearsing, while travelling throughout t...

Elenee is a Canadian Christian/Gospel artist and songwriter. Her sound is warm, and her tone is rooted in the encouragement that gospel music brings. She was awarded the GMA Songwriter of the Year in 2017, and in 2022, she was a GMA Covenant Award Nominee and the Canada West Spiritual Artists of the Year. She is both Greek and a Metis Citizen and is proud to bring such cultural diversity to the ev...

Dr. Mikhail Johnson is a Jamaican Classical Music Composer and Pianist. He was born in the rural hills of Maroon Town in the parish of St. James, Jamaica, is one of the country’s most promising pianists and composers. He was winner of the Jamaica Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition for Young Musicians Senior Division in 2009, and in the same year, won the piano section of the Jamaica Music Tea...