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Emerging from the vibrant gospel landscape of Lagos, Nigeria, Evans Ogboi has cultivated a sound that marries traditional African melodies with contemporary worship sensibilities, aiming to lead listeners into tangible encounters with the Divine. His heart for worship, together with technical excellence honed at SAE Institute London, positions him as a bridge between grassroots Nigerian gospel and the global Church. Over the years, his live recordings, studio productions, and choir leadership have resonated in congregations across Europe, Africa, and the diaspora, marking him as a steadfast voice in modern worship.

Brief History of the Artiste and His Musical Style

Evans Ogboi’s musical journey formally began with his debut album Miracle in 2007, which featured “Anumneka Jesus” – a track inspired by a personal testimony of his late father and recorded live at RCCG Living Faith Connections in London. Relocating permanently to the United Kingdom in 2011, he sought to expand his ministry and further his technical education. In London, he trained in audio engineering at SAE Institute, equipping him to steward production roles for his label Simplicity Records and to serve as Head of Productions. His leadership appointment as Music Director for the Living Faith Connections Mass Choir led to the 2013 album Beyond The Norm, earning a MOBO nomination for Best Gospel Act in 2014. Evans Ogboi’s musical style is best described as worldinfused praise and worship, seamlessly blending indigenous rhythms with modern congregational choruses to foster an atmosphere of cultural authenticity and heartfelt adoration. His approach often utilizes live instrumentation (piano, choir, and percussion) capturing spontaneous worship moments as heard in his Sounds of Heaven medleys.

Discography, Collaborations, and Awards

Albums

Miracle (2007): Debut studio album featuring 15 tracks, including “Anumneka Jesus” Songs From My Heart (2014): 14track studio album under Simplicity Records.

Singles & Key Releases

Anumneka Jesus (Live) (2007) This Is The Day (2017) Wonderful (2018) Omewoya (He’s Done It) (2019) Very Big God (Official Video) God Of Miracles (Live) Holy Spirit Come Worship Medley (Live) Praise Medley (He Saved Me) (2024) You Are Good: From Sounds of Heaven (2025) Unexplainable (Live): Collaborative live single with Purist Ogboi (2025) Adonai: New single from Sounds of Heaven (2025)

Bespoke for collaboration, Evans coproduced and guested on Purist Ogboi’s “Thank You” featuring FaithChild, merging urban gospel flair with danceable rhythms. He contributed vocals and piano to Living Faith Connections Mass Choir’s “His Word (Reprise)” featuring Elvis E on their debut Beyond The Norm album (2013). His ongoing artistic synergy with his wife Purist Ogboi underscores a personal and professional partnership rooted in shared ministry vision. In February 2016, Evans and Purist were honored with the “Exceptional Couple in Music” award at Hilton Dartford by Lasting Love ministry. He earned a nomination for Best Male at the 2018 Premier Gospel Awards. His single “Wonderful” reached number 3 on the UK Christian Charts. As a songwriter for Living Faith Connections Choir’s debut album, he helped secure a nomination for Best Gospel Act at the 2014 MOBO Awards.

Other Interests, Skills, and Impact

Beyond recording, Evans is a trained audio engineer from SAE Institute London, overseeing production across Simplicity Records. He serves as Head of Productions at his label and as Music Director and Choir Director for RCCG Living Faith Connections Mass Choir. He also writes devotional content and authors faithbased reflections, enriching his ministry beyond music. Evans’s albums have ministered hope and joy: “Miracle” remains an anthem of assurance via “Anumneka Jesus,” comforting those who have experienced loss. “Songs From My Heart,” “Wonderful,” and “Omewoya” have united diaspora congregations through crosscultural praise. His live Sounds of Heaven recordings have invited diverse audiences into a shared atmosphere of celebration, strengthening corporate worship experiences. His medleys, weaving familiar choruses into seamless worship flows, have been adopted by church music teams seeking fresh arrangements.

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Conclusion

Grounded in unwavering faith and enriched by crosscultural experience, Evans Ogboi exemplifies gospel music’s power to heal, unite, and elevate. His journey from Lagos to London (anchored in technical mastery and authentic worship) has produced a body of work that inspires seasoned worshippers and new listeners alike. As he continues to release new projects and forge collaborative ventures, his songs remain a testament to a faithful God whose goodness is truly “unexplainable.”

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This article was first published on 6th May 2025
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