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Follow on Google News | Seth & Nirva Release Debut Album, Never Alone, May 27 From Integrity MusicAlbum Reflects Duo's Diversity, Encourages Brothers, Sisters To Recover Courage, Combat Fear
By: Integrity Music Produced by Bryan Fowler (tobyMac, Aaron Shust) and featuring songwriting collaborations with Michael Farren ("Let It Rain"), Mia Fields ("Savior King"), Jacob Sooter, Israel Houghton, tobyMac, Victor Oquendo and BJ Putnam, Seth & Nirva's faith-empowering Never Alone picks up where their 2013 EP I Need You left off. From the solid R&B groove of "Pour It Out" to the modern pop anthem of "Unconditional," "Our sound-much like us as a couple and as individuals- Weaved into the sonic landscapes on Never Alone, Seth & Nirva deliver a message to listeners that God is present, on the move and that as believers, we are part of God's story as He is part of ours. "Never Alone isn't simply a declaration of our need for God or a prayer for God's provision and power, it's also a reminder of the truth that He is with us," says Seth. "It might seem paradoxical, but part of the human experience is this back and forth between fear and doubt on the one hand, and confidence and conviction on the other." As volunteers ministering to young adults in Tampa, FL, Seth & Nirva became all too aware of the powerlessness and fear felt among their people. Bleak economic projections, terrorism, political drama, racial wars and a culture more and more entrenched in secularism have left believers feeling misunderstood and spiritually paralyzed. "Whether in our educational institutions, the public square or in social media, people are feeling misrepresented and bullied out of speaking about and living out their core beliefs," Nirva explains. "We want to be part of helping our brothers and sisters recover their courage, develop their character, grow in their understanding of the biblical worldview and connect with God on a daily basis through study and worship," adds Seth. "We want to use the gifts and tools God has given us-in the context of singing and making music-to serve and encourage the Church, as well as to take part in the renewal He is bringing. That renewal will enable us to stand firm and impact our spheres of influence with the Gospel in a day when culture is set against us." One of the most personal tracks on the record is "Brother," written by Seth & Nirva's labelmates, The Brilliance. As a bi-racial couple, Seth & Nirva have encountered cultural stigma more than most. Only in experiencing Jesus, in the study of Scripture, they say, can one begin to understand the love and forgiveness required to heal the great racial divide. When I look into the face of my enemy, I see my brother, I see my brother Forgiveness is the garment of our courage The power to make the peace we long to know… "'Brother' hit us really hard," Seth admits. "Can we honestly sing those lyrics? It's such a beautiful vision of what we want to be, directly rooted in Jesus' teaching. …Hopefully, this song becomes an entry point for more discussion." The full Seth & Nirva Never Alone track listing follows: 01) You Are In Control 02) Pour It Out (Featuring DJ Maj) 03) Great Are You Lord 04) Brother (Featuring tobyMac) 05) Should've Been Mine 06) Be With Us 07) Unconditionally 08) Never Alone (Featuring Shonlock) 09) You Are With Me 10) Love Never Fails 11) We Won't Back Down About Seth & Nirva: Nirva, a Chicago native and daughter of Haitian immigrants, is featured as a singer and dancer in tobyMac's Diverse City band, touring with the iconic artist's ensemble for more than a decade. A graduate of Nashville's historic Fisk University, she was a member of the renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers and has also been a featured vocalist with such artists as Mandisa, Natalie Grant and Nicole C. Mullen, among many others. Beginning his career as a singer with multi-platinum urban-gospel recording artist Kirk Franklin, Seth's vocal talent has also supported the likes of Donnie McClurkin, CeCe Winans and Chris Tomlin, among others. He also served as pastor of young adult ministry at The Crossing Church in Tampa, FL. Meeting at a Billy Graham Crusade while Seth was singing with Kirk Franklin and Nirva was singing with tobyMac, later marrying, and now, together as a duo, Seth & Nirva have been featured nationally on FOX News (http://www.foxnews.com/ For more information, go to http://sethandnirva.com or https://www.facebook.com/ End
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