“Praise Him Now”
Kierra KiKi Sheard
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Having received a copy of Kierra KiKi Sheard’s new single, “Praise Him Now,” I expected to hear a high-energy gospel track resplendent with hip hop-inspired polyrhythms, especially since the energetic PAJAM produced.
Was I ever wrong…and pleasantly surprised! Opening with a swirl of strings that sets a prayerful mood, “Praise Him Now” showcases a Kierra whose singing is maturing and growing in versatility and expressiveness. It’s a single that has staying power because of its beauty and distinctiveness.
I wasn’t wrong, however, in expecting nothing less than a stellar production from PAJAM, which Paul Allen and KiKi’s cousin J Moss deliver.
Recording “Praise Him Now” was a good decision for the young Sheard at this time in her career, as it signifies she has the vocal dexterity to make her a tough-to-beat gospel singer in the future.
Written by : Bob Marovich
Bob Marovich is a gospel music historian, author, and radio host. Founder of Journal of Gospel Music blog (formally The Black Gospel Blog) and producer of the Gospel Memories Radio Show.
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