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James Fortune & FIYA: Live Through It (FIYA World Music/Entertainment One Music)
2-Disc Live Album Release: Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Featuring Top 10 Hit Lead Single “Live Through It,” Album Includes Guest Appearances from Tasha Cobbs, Zacardi Cortez, Israel Houghton, Isaac Carree, Alexis Spight and Da’ T.R.U.T.H.
NASHVILLE, TN (January 8, 2014) – Award-winning Gospel star, songwriter, producer and nationally-syndicated radio host James Fortune will release the first-ever live new album from Fortune & FIYA, Live Through It, on Tuesday, February 25th, 2014. Bringing alive a powerful night of inspiring music and ministry, the highly-anticipated new album features 20 tracks on a two-disc set, with guest appearances from Tasha Cobbs, Zacardi Cortez, Israel Houghton, Isaac Carree, Alexis Spight, and Da’ T.R.U.T.H.
Following on the #1 album Identity, which topped the Gospel, Christian and Independent Albums charts – Fortune & FIYA’s fourth new album Live Through It includes the Top 10 Billboard Gospel hit “Live Through It” – which has garnered praise for its rousing declaration of triumph over obstacles through faith, climbing the singles chart and giving fans an early taste of the eagerly-anticipated album. Showcasing their first-ever live album recording, captured in a packed evening of performances this past September in Atlanta, Live Through It is a captivating mix of 20 tracks that empower listeners’ spirits and faith, with other songs including “Best Praise,” “We Give You Glory” (feat. Tasha Cobbs), “Let Your Power Fall” (feat. Zacardi Cortez), “Light the Way (feat. Israel Houghton), “Empty Me” (feat. Isaac Carree), “All For Me” (feat. Alexis Spight), “Built For This” (feat. Da’ T.R.U.T.H.), “Forever,” “Miracles,” and more.
Says Fortune, “I am excited to be releasing my first live CD, which was recorded in Atlanta, GA at Word of Faith Church with over 5,000 in attendance. The vision for this live album was to be able to present songs of praise that could be sung in churches all over the world to bring glory to God. I am truly grateful to have been able to work with some of the most gifted and anointed singers and musicians in the world for this recording. This was truly an unforgettable night of worship that is sure to touch millions all over the world.”
Renowned for their live performances, Live Through It brings together the vibrant ministry and memorable melodies of James Fortune & FIYA’s acclaimed talents, creating a new set of unforgettable hit songs that continue to drive the sounds and messages of Gospel today. James Fortune can also be heard continuing to hit the airwaves nightly, hosting his nationally-syndicated radio show “The James Fortune Show,” on-air weeknights from 6-10 pm CST.
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