Fast rising talented gospel artiste, Evangelist Modupeola Adegbite, held her first album launch and dedication, Atiko (It’s been written) at the Redeem Christian Church of God, Alpha & Omega Area Headquarters, Lagos State on Sunday, August 23,2020.

The MC at the event was the ace radio presenter of 100.9FM (Tungba FM), Idowu Kajogbola and music ministration was by Aiyemo Ariyo a.k.a (Flourish), an ordained minister in RCCG Region 2 and Provincial Music Director of RCCG LP 50, and his flourish music group.

Kajogbola, joined by Omoare Stephen, thrilled the guests with jokes and introduces dignitaries present to the high table. Present at the history making event were the artiste’s parents, Pastor JP Olutola David and Mrs Adejoke Salisu; the host Pastor and Zonal Pastor RCCG Alpha & Omega Zone, Pastor Iyiola Olayori; the artiste’s mother-in-law, Mrs. Ruth Adegbite; Hon. Omoba Sunday Sholarin (FCA), Alhaji Abdufatai Adeleke and Rev. Omotunde Samson, among others.

TITILOPE OSHUNLALU had an exclusive interview with fast rising talented gospel artiste for your reading pleasure.

Can we meet you?

I am Modupeola Adegbite, a native of Ogere Remo, Ogun State.

What inspired you into music?

There was no major life event as my inspiration. Singing is more like a talent that brings me joy.

Who inspired you to make music?

The Holy Spirit.

How would you describe the music you create?

My songs are typically gospel, centred around what Christ has done, what He is doing, in and through us.

What is your creative process like?

I receive the lyrics by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit as I study His word.

Who would you most likely love to collaborate with?

Tope Alabi, Mama Dupe Olulana and Mama Bola Are.

If you could go open a show for a gospel artiste who would it be?

Tope Alabi because from her lyrics you can sense a depth and an intent to not just entertain but to minister.

One message to your loved ones and upcoming gospel artiste?

Consistency in your simple devotion with the Lord is key.

Any negative talent?

Every good and every perfect gift comes from the father of light, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning (James 1.17). Every talent l am blessed with is good and perfect.

Do you sing in the choir?

Yes. I minister with the choristers of my church.

Can you mention your marketer or where we can get your music?

Abiodun Oropo Films and Records International.

Can you tell us more about yourself?

I’m a down to earth woman, easy going, loving and incurable optimist.

Any favourite song to perform?

Atiko remains my favourite.

Which famous gospel musician musician do you admire?

Tope Alabi.

Any terrible experience you have ever gotten into?

I lost my dad and mum at age 2. I had to struggle as an orphan, depending on God for my sustenance.

What is the best advise you have ever received?

It was from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow; The heights by great men reached and kept were not attained by sudden flight, but they, while their companions slept, were toiling upward in the night.

If you could change anything about the gospel music industry,what would you change?

Colossians 3.16. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your heart to the Lord. Let the word of God dwell in your heart richly; this is the system of music prescribed in the scriptures.

What is next for you?

The next thing is to seek the face of the Lord.

Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

Consistently ministering to the world one song at a time.