Journeys In Melody Podcast

My special guest in this final episode of Season 5 is Puerto Rican Gospel Music Singer/Songwriter - Bishop Eli Horrach. He is an independent Christian worship artist, pastor, and musician known for blending contemporary worship music with distinctive retro 1980s synth-pop and jazz influences.He creates what he describes as "prophetic '80s music," a unique calling he received to bring retro electronic sounds into modern Christian wo...

In this candid and inspirational episode, my guest is Canadian Inspirational/Country Music Artist Amanda Hagel, who has established herself as an artist whose mission is to create music that uplifts, empowers and inspires her listeners. For the better part of a decade, Amanda has gained both national and international recognition as a talented performer and songwriter. Growing up on a farm in the southwest corner of Saskatchewan ne...

Episode 5 features Stirling John, an Ojibwa Inspirational Country artist from Saugeen First Nation in Ontario, now proudly based in Alberta. His music is rooted in storytelling and community, blending heartfelt country sounds with messages of hope, resilience, and reconciliation.A dedicated advocate for Indigenous youth, Stirling travels across Canada working closely with First Nation communities, using music to inspire and create ...

In this powerful episode, I sat down with Guatemalan gospel artist Paola Argueta, a passionate worship leader whose music is rooted in faith, perseverance, and real-life testimony. From a childhood shaped by a strong Christian foundation and a love for worship, Paola has used her voice to inspire hope and point others to Jesus.

Paola opens up about one of the most difficult seasons of her life—walking through her father&rsquo...

In Season 5, Episode 3 of the Journeys in Melody podcast, we sit down with Latino-Canadian gospel artist Elio Alcindor—an inspiring voice whose music transcends borders, languages, and life’s deepest challenges.

A truly multilingual artist, Elio has embraced diversity throughout his musical journey, recording in Spanish, French, Creole, and English. From his debut album Usame Señor in 2014 to powerful releases like Hosan...

🎙️ Season 5, Episode 2 was special.Right in the heart of Calgary, Alberta 🇨🇦, I had the privilege of sitting down with the CSMA-nominated Classical Gospel group Chrysolites Jamaica. What started as a red carpet moment turned into a powerful conversation about purpose, passion, and the journey behind their music.From rich harmonies to real-life journeys, they’re bringing a sound and message that hits deep. This episode is f...

I'm excited to kick off a brand new season of the Journeys In Melody podcast with Corey van de Nes - a singer/songwriter and recording artist from Holland, with Jamaican heritage. She is the founder of A Peace of Me (APOM) Inspirational Entertainment.

Corey "The Soul Scientist" considers herself a prophetic singer, storyteller, and speaker whose life and work are centred on healing, restoration, and freedom through faith in God. Dra...

In Episode 28 of Journeys In Melody, I sit down with Canadian singer/songwriter Bev Foster for a deeply moving and honest conversation. Bev shares the heart behind her music, her journey through her son’s mental health challenges, and the powerful role music plays in healing. We also explore themes of faith, personal struggles, growth, and the inspiring work of the Room 217 Foundation. This episode is a testament to resilienc...

Daniel Richter is a Canadian Christian pop artist whose journey has taken him from mainstream success to a deeply faith-centred calling. Formerly the frontman of Eleven Past One (Warner Music Canada), Daniel toured nationally, earned millions of streams, and achieved a gold-certified hit before surrendering his career trajectory to pursue music rooted in worship and spiritual transformation. Now based in the Greater Toronto Area, D...

Episode 26 of Journeys In Melody features a powerful and joy-filled conversation with Colombian-born worship leader and gospel artist María Del Mar Calderón García, also known as MAR. In this episode, we trace her journey from growing up in Colombia to building a new life and ministry in New Jersey, and how God used that transition to deepen both her faith and her calling through music.

We talk about her early encounters with gospel...

Damaris Elaine is a Christian singer, songwriter, musician, and author who shares original music to reach a global audience of both believers and seekers. With a unique blend of English and Spanish contemporary songs, she explores themes that resonate with people from every walk of life.
This episode is inspirational, uplifting, and full of meaningful conversation. Tune in to Episode 25, now streaming on YouTube and on all major...

New Year. New Episode. new.bach.We’re kicking off the year with South Korean contemporary classical artist Sharon Park (박새론) — a singer, composer, arranger, and music educator redefining what modern classical sound can be. Known on Instagram as @new.bach, Sharon bridges tradition and innovation through her compositions, drawing inspiration from the masters while shaping a voice uniquely her own. In this episode, we expl...

Ruthie Larbi is a Christian Pop/R&B singer-songwriter born and raised in Ontario, Canada. Ruthie has always been passionate about music, and she combines this passion with her faith in order to create music that is uplifting, reflective, and inspirational.Ruthie always has at the forefront of her mind the following quote:"It's only one life, it will soon pass; only what's done for Christ will last".In this episode, Ruthie talks...

Cynthia Lok is a Canadian singer-songwriter and worship leader from North Vancouver, B.C. She started writing music because of a prophetic word that she received from her pastor in 2004. After fighting through her own insecurities and receiving several more prophetic words on leading worship and writing songs for Jesus, Cynthia took a step of faith and wrote her first song in 2006. Since then, the Holy Spirit has been leading Cynth...

In a sea of voices, Cario Young stands out as a beacon of authenticity and unstoppable hope. From his early days leading school and church choirs in Hector’s River to writing his very first song at age ten, his journey has always been fueled by a deep spiritual purpose and the vibrant pulse of Jamaican heritage.Cario’s music isn’t just about uplifting melodies—it’s about living a message. His passion ec...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Rachell Miñan, a talented Panamanian singer and recording artist whose soulful voice connects cultures and generations. From her early beginnings in Panama to her musical journey in the United States, Rachel shares how her time abroad influenced her artistry, broadened her perspective, and refined her sound.She opens up about the influence of her family, the roots that ground her, and the...

In this powerful and heart-stirring episode of Journeys In Melody, I had a chat with Canadian singer, songwriter, actor, and creative powerhouse Marika Siewert. Known for her soulful voice, chart-topping singles, and inspiring faith-filled artistry, Marika opens up about her musical journey, the power of resilience, and the faith that fuels her purpose.

From her early days in England to her career highlights in Canada and beyond...

Get ready to dive into an inspiring conversation in this episode of Journeys In Melody as I chat with two of the minds behind the Canadian Selah Music Awards: President and Founder, Dr. Elio Alcindor and PR Powerhouse, Sharon Rurak.
Elio Alcindor is a Haitian–Canadian singer, composer, and medical doctor, Elio mixes faith and artistry into a powerful platform. Not only did he launch the Canadian Selah Music Awards, but his...

My guests are Brenda and Philip Janz. A dynamic musical duo from British Columbia, Canada.

Originally from Nova Scotia, Brenda has happily and permanently settled in BC as of 1984. She has been singing her whole life and writing music for over 30 years. She has previously released two albums and is currently very excited about her third release in early 2025, entitled, “Way of life.” Her music has been described as root...