When I founded this website in 2001, I shared my views on Malaysian Gospel Music on  this page with a statement “I have observed the Malaysian Christian music scene for 22 years and I cannot say that I am happy with what I see. In fact, I am rather disappointed most of the time. Most Malaysian churches are contented to use songs from Hillsongs or Integrity Music for their worship services…”

6 years ago, that statement was correct and there were only a few Malaysian albums released. I am now happy to say that the situation has changed and I see some light in Malaysian Music. Some good artistes and songs have emerged in the last 6 years like Juwita, Patrick Leong, Liang, 1 am, Gabby Tham, Altered Frequency, Jonathan Sze, Chen Sing, Brian Yim, William Kok, Edmund Smith, Diana Wee . Lucy L (SAND), Jenny Liew, Michelle Tan, Prody G, Mayya, Joanne Ng, Chee Peng,  etc. Older artistes like KB Chan, Geoffrey Woo , GT Lim, HT Long have also emerged in the forefront. Several churches like SIB KL, Calvary, FGA, Praise City Church, NLRC, FGC Johor, Fungates have also released some albums.  I congratulate all of them.

Messiah King - Wah Lok

After making an  impact with his first 2 albums, Every Time I Pray  in 2001 and Shining Stars in 2002, Wah Lok’s long awaited  third album Messiah King was finally released in  Jan 2007.  He has taken a 4 year break but  this album is worth the wait.

Messiah King contains another 10 of his original songs, 8 of which were co-written with Australian lyricist Barbara Tipper. The song  Harvest of the Field , a slow ballad, won the Australian Gospel Award 2004 for the Best Hymn. Another song Birds and Bees went all the way to the finals for the year 2006. The title track Messiah King is powerful worship song with the  lyrics focusing on Jesus as  Messiah and King who should reign in our hearts.   The  song One Voice, One Heart  is another good worship song used for the National   Prayer Rally  in Malaysia in 2003. Wah Lok also collaborated with Fernando Brito from Portugal, a professional wind instrumentalist, who recorded Every Time I Pray in Portuguese with orchestral arrangement. Another track Lighthouse  has powerful lyrics showing Jesus as our lighthouse who guides us in times of trouble. The song has a jazz arrangement with Willy David Rebano on piano.

Timothy Lee produced the album. Lead vocals were performed by Barbara Tipper, Alicia Chew, Fernando Brito, Percibal Caranto, Maria Rebano and  Lani Calderon.

E mail : ngwahlok@yahoo.com

EVERY TIME I PRAY by Wah Lok 

EVERY TIME I PRAY is Wah Lok’s debut album released in 2001. Wah Lok has written more than 100 songs over 25 years. This album contains his most popular song Every Time I Pray written in 1981. This song made a global impact in Mandarin churches all over the world. There are at least 10  Mandarin recordings of the song  in Taiwan, United States and Hong Kong but this album contains the first English recording.

Another song  Approved in Every Way was written in 1982. The song is about the pioneers of Full Gospel Tabernacle (FGT) who made great sacrifices to serve God. Wah Lok wrote another  popular song  How I love to worship  in 1985 with his wife,  Bessie Mah. This recording gives a jazz arrangement of the song.  In 1995, after taking a 6 year break from song writing, Wah Lok wrote the song Flow Holy Spirit.  Wah Lok says, “ The song was completed within one hour. The lyrics and music came all at once. It was like the anointing of the Spirit suddenly came again after a 6 year break”.  Flow Holy Sprit is arranged with some fanciful guitaring by Jordan Rivers. “We’re here by grace” was written in 1999 for FGT’s  19th anniversary. The song is a reflection of God grace and goodness

The album was produced by Timothy Lee.  Lead vocals were performed by Bernard George, Patrick Leong, Maria Rebano, Elizabeth Hah, Kathleen Fong, Aris Siew, Jordan Rivers  and Alan Tan.Wah Lok is presently the Principal of Tung Ling Seminary and  Pastor at FGT’s  branch at  Sri Damansara.E mail : ngwahlok@yahoo.com

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Shining Stars is WahLok's second album. WahLok has emerged as an anointed song writer who captures moments of history in songs. The title track of his first album "Every Time I Pray", written in 1981 has touched millions of lives across Asia.

Shining Stars again contains some very touching songs. The title track "Shining Stars" is a very devotional song, written for the graduating students of Tung Ling Seminary. The song calls us live our lives ablaze for Jesus, a shining star for His glory. Another touching song in the album is "She moves her feet to dance" WahLok wrote this song about a girl in his church, named Judith, who fell sick and was totally paralyzed. The church fasted and prayed. Miraculously, Judith recovered. He attributes the healing to the intense prayer of the church.

The song "Beside You" was written in 1983. WahLok wrote this song for his friend Leslie Koch who was dying of colon cancer. As a church, they stood with Leslie with prayer and fasting until he passed away at a very young age. This song encourages us to stand with our friends who are terminally ill.

"Unheard Voices" is a song with a powerful message about the needs of the poor. WahLok says the poor are never heard. So are the children sold to prostitution or babies who are aborted. This song carries a message which he hopes will convict people to remember that there is a world out there with great needs.

Shining Stars is indeed an album which contains songs with powerful messages.

Website: www.tabernaclemusic.net
E-mail: ngwahlok@yahoo.com

Released in 2010, Make Me Strong is Aris Siew's third album. The album consists of 10 inspiring songs written by Aris and other local distinguished talents. Aris’ own songs were birthed during his intimate devotion in God's presence. The title track 'Make Me Strong' is backed by an Afro Asian choir and drums played by leading gospel drummer Kok Yen. The ever popular song 'Every Time I Pray' is accompanied by nylon and steel string guitars, an African choir and orchestral arrangement. It starts off as an intimate prayer song and ends on a high majestic note that is befitting of El Shaddai! 'Everytime I Pray' is written by Ng Wah Lok and Voon Yuen Woh in 1981. For those who like vocalizing positive statements, there is a rap ballad in 'In Christ Is Hid'. This album will inspire you to inner peace, strength and purpose in God. Vincent Chin's melodious saxophone can be heard in 'Leaning On You'.

All songs are arranged and produced by Timothy Lee and recorded at Studio 2105. Mixing was done by JD. Mastering was done in US by mastering engineer Bob Olhsson. David Gary (of Altered Frequency) arranged for 'The Spirit' and 'Most Of All'. James Yee (Chenaniah Studios) arranged and produced 'I Need You', a song written by Lourdes Dass.

E mail: arissiew@yahoo.com
 

SAND (Saved for A New Destiny) latest release “Worship Forever” marks a major breakthrough as they brought together an international team of producers, singers, musicians, engineers from Kingsway Music UK and CN production USA to collaborate in its production. The album was birthed after months of waiting upon the Lord. The producer’s goal was to draw the listeners into a deeper worship experience with God.

The key worship song in the album, Holy Spirit Come is powerfully “anointed”. You will find yourself humming the melody rather quickly. My Heart Your Throne is another good congregational worship song. In This Land epitomizes the heartfelt passion and dedication of a teenager who loves his home country enough to say “In this land I will stay…In this land I will serve…This is where I’ll pour out my love…”. The title track Worship Forever brings you to a place of surrender and quiet trust in God, enabling you to break out in a song of worship even through the storms of life. Trust and Obey and My Redeemer Lives bring a modern touch to older hymns. The last song in the album Saved for a New Destiny has a driving rhythm and gets you all geared up to impact & transform the world.

This album is indeed a breakthrough into the international scene for SAND and should not be missed.

Website : www.masterpiecemusic.com.my
E mail : nkalsl@yahoo.com

Review by : Ng Wah Lok 

Songs of Ascents, by Esther Muiis a collection of 15 Psalms set to music word for word from the Holy Scripture. In her own words, Esther says, “From the start of the first psalm I worked on (which was Psalm 130) to the completion of the last one (Psalm 133), I have not ceased to be amazed, for the Lord has given me melody after melody to fit His Words. I believe this is because we, the church of Jesus Christ, are entering into a season when these psalms will become more and more relevant, as we look forward to our Lord’s return” 

This is a very rare album of Scripture put into melody, word for word. The songs carry an amazing “anointing” which is rarely seen in many Christian albums. Esther recorded the songs at her home studio, retained simplicity in her arrangements and was able to capture her intimacy with God. Listening to the album is hearing Scripture in the presence of God, and in itself a worship experience. Ps 120, 123,126,129, 130 and 132 are all outstanding worship songs. Personally, Ps 126 is the most impactful. However, different people will find different Psalms ministering to them more as that will depend on the circumstances and needs of the listener at that point of time. 

Esther is an accomplished pianist and worship leader who has written more than 70 songs over a period of 24 years. She founded Malaysian Christian Songwriter’s Network in 2006. She has released 2 other digital albums, Untuk Mu and In His Arms of Love. Amazingly she remains a full time homemaker and mother of 2 teenagers. 

E Mail: admin@m-csn.com 
Website: www.m-csn.com  

Esther Other Albums: Untuk Mu and In His Arms of Love 

Accomplished song writer, Lourdes Dass has finally released his debut album Candles Shine in September 2009 featuring 8 of his original songs. The title track Candles Shine is about a life that Jesus touches which eventually becomes a shining light for others to see. This song went to the finals in the Malaysian Revival Songwriting Competition 2005 (MRSC). In the same competition, the song Together was first runner up. In Together, Lourdes writes about the need for churches to be united and work together to see a better Malaysia. Never the Same has a nice feel and modern arrangement, featuring Elena Koshy in duet with Lourdes. The song is about the power of God to change lives however bad they are. Other songs in the album include Jesus You Are and Rise Up which are worship songs, The Call, Nothing’s Impossible and Autumn Leaves. This album is easy listening and displays Lourdes as a versatile song writer.

Lourdes has previously worked on the album “Destiny” by New Life Restoration Centre Shah Alam in 2004. The title track “Destiny” written by Lourdes has also been translated into Mandarin and Hokkien. The Hokkien version of Destiny was recorded Joanne Ng.

Email: lourdesdass@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.soundclick.com/lourdesdass

Following the release of their debut album 'CSI', the Youth in FGCJB have returned to release their second album “You”. This album is self produced and all the songs were written by their own worship team. In particular, TCTT wrote quite a few songs in the album. The album consists of 10 English and 4 mandarin songs and recorded in a “live” setting. The songs are contemporary in nature and a mix of fast praise and slow worship songs. The musicians execute their instruments skillfully. “You are my peace” is an excellent worship song and probably the best song in the album.

This album is entitled 'YOU' as a declaration to God that, 'YOU are our focus'. In return, you will hear him say, 'You are my focus'. As you listen, open your heart and ears to Him. When you tell Him 'YOU are my God,' you will hear Him say to you 'You are my child’.

Credits:
a) Producers: Boon Fei, Angela, TCTT, Cornelius, Victor Tan
b) Music arrangement and advisors: Koon and Lynn
c) Piano: Samuel Goh
d) Keyboards: Karl Chin, Denise Ong
e) Guitars: Peter Ng, Flex, Cornelius,
f) Bass : Koon
g) Drums : Victor Tan
h) Worship Leaders: Boon Fei, Angela, Aaron, TCTT

Contact: Pastor Gideon Tiang Chung Wah or Pastor Kong Boon Fei
Email: admin@fgc.org.my
Tel: 07-354 0548
Official Album Website: http://you-teenzalbum.blogspot.com/

Only One Lifetime – SAND & Lucy L

One Voice – Justin & Jacquie Ryan

TRANSIT – Altered Frequency

Altered Frequency’s long-awaited album Transit has finally arrived. Their fans have been waiting for 3 years since being captivated by their debut album Exalt. One must wonder where they have transited to, but we are glad they have arrived. Transit is a realization of the band's evolution from a Gospel Band to a “Cross-over” to secular music. Maintaining a positive image and lyrics, Transit is drenched in raw emotion and thought-provoking songs driven by melodious and adventure glazed guitars. If you love U2 and Switchfoot, then you will certainly love this album.

Altered Frequency is made up of Andy Yeoh on lead vocals, Kysern Lim on guitars, Agnel Raj on drums, David Gary on bass and its newest member Terry Yeow on guitars/keys who was invited on board following the departure of long-time band member Daniel Wong.

Track Listing:
Beyond Now /Missing Piece/ All I Need is You/ Turn Around/ Departure Lounge Goodbye/ Real to Me/ Ever Wondered/ Walk Again/ Me/ Take a Little Time/ Running Back to You/ Die Empty

Website : http://alteredfrequency.blogspot.com

Fly – Amy Lim ( Mandarin album)

Fly is Amy Lim’s latest release of 8 mandarin and 2 English songs. The album, produced by Daniel Foo of Gecko Music, consists mainly of slower worship and testimony songs. Amy Lim brings an intimate delivery in her slower songs, Because of Love, The Lord’s Prayer, Would you come, Special friend, Redeem, My beloved and When you are weary. The title track Fly, however has a faster contemporary feel and is rather catchy. The song “If” has a rap feel and sung by Daniel Foo with a children’s choir. Overall the album is very soothing and easy listening for a sensitive listener.

At 14 years, Amy Lim was signed by Singapore Broadcast Corporation. In 1985, she was signed by White Clouds Records and released 2 solo albums. In 1986, at the peak of her music career, she left the entertainment industry to further her studies in America. Several years ago, she experienced the transforming power of God in her life. This debut Gospel album reflects her special journey with God and her desire to bless others with her God-given musical talent.

Website : www.amylim.net

All the Nations - Joe Loy & The Warehouse Project

Joe Loy & The Warehouse Project comprises of four friends coming together to create music. The band consists of Joe Loy ( Lead vocals & Guitar), Darren Ong (Keyboards), Raymond Dinshaw (Bass) and Xavier James (Drums). What makes this band unique is that their songs reflect and declare a passion for God and music. Their string of inspirations come from a diverse range of artistes such as Switchfoot, Mae, Anberlin, Tree 63, Hillsong Australia, Israel Houghton & New Breed, Steven Curtis Chapman, Chris Tomlin, Charlie Hall, David Crowder Band and many others.

The Band's starting point begin in the Youth Ministries of Full Gospel Assembly, Kuala Lumpur where they have been actively serving together for 5 years in the worship team. Their desire is to use their God-given gifts to inspire and breathe change in the lives of people and nations.

“All The Nations” is the band's debut album which features 11 original compositions that embraces modern Praise and Worship for this generation. Songs such as 'Alive', 'Love Me', 'Let The Whole World Sing' captures the modern sound and energy of contemporary praise.' All The Nations', 'My God Reigns', 'Love came Down', I'm Blessed' are written with the intention to draw the hearts of people back to God and remind people of the powerful love of God.

www.joeloy.blogspot.com       
www.thewarehouseproject.blogspot.com
www.virb.com/joeloy

PG165 - Let it All Out (Review by Esther Mui - used by permission)

PG165 is a Christian rock band that hails from Melaka. The band was formed in 2004 when five MMU students from different backgrounds came together for the event "Battle of the Bands". Since then it has been a journey of no return for the 5. The band comprises of Jason Teoh (on guitar and vocals), Justin Lee (on guitar and vocals), NZX (on bass), VJ ( on drums) and Deric Tan (on keyboards).
The beauty in their diversity is reflected in their friendship and love for the music that they play and the songs that they sing. PG165 is a band whose passion and vision is to see lives challenged and touched through the experience of their music and songs. Playing high-energy music and providing an electrifying atmosphere is their trademark.
Let it All Out is their debut EP. All 5 tracks were written and arranged by PG165.
Tracks
My World / Let it All Out / I Will / My Friend / You're My Everything

Website: www.pg165.com, www.pg165.blogspot.com
MySpace: www.myspace.com/pg165
Email: mail@pg165.com or Jason_roag@yahoo.com

Chen Sing - True Worship

“True worship” is Dr. Yap Chen Sing’s first  English album. Chen Sing has already released several Mandarin albums.  This English album comprises of some of  her best Mandarin  songs from her previous albums translated into English. The tracks include “On Calvary”, “Wings of Love”, True Worship”, “Let Me”, and “Lifted Me High”. The album also features “Dalam SayapMu”, an Indonesian version of “Wings of Love” and a special instrumental piece of “True Worship” on the  harp. This album seeks to bring listeners  closer to God as they reflect true worship in spirit and in truth.

Our website is www.alltheearth.org
E-mail: chensing@alltheearth.org or info@alltheearth.org

Chen Sing - When Life Becomes Music

“When Life Becomes Music” is Chen Sing’s instrumental album released in 2007. This self produced album is a compilation of songs reflecting a journey with God and this life journey is translated  into lyrics and songs. “When Life Becomes Music” include 15 tracks with a blend of instruments such as guitar, piano and synthesizer. The album creates an atmosphere of worship and is good listening when you are doing your devotions.

Our website is www.alltheearth.org
E-mail: chensing@alltheearth.org or info@alltheearth.org

Hope That One Day - mandarin Compilation by Oop's Asia

Hope That One Day is s compilation of Mandarin songs written and sung by various artistes. The album represents Oops Asia's heartfelt thanks and gratitude for the gift of salvation which was made possible through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross.  Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. It is their fervent prayer and hope that listeners will also experience the grace of God and the joy of knowing Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior.

Tracks:
01 This is Blessedness (Galvin Sng)
02 I No Longer Live (Christopher Chuah & Cathrine)
03 I Need You (Gabby Tham)
04 In The Vineyard (Joanne Loh)
05 Agape Love (Christopher Chuah & Cathrine)
06 Thank You My Friend (Galvin Sng)
07 I am Willing (Cathrine)
08 Let Me Say I Love You (Gabby Tham)
09 My Prayer (Joanne Loh)
10 Hope that One Day (Galvin Sng)

Website:  www.oops-asia.com,
Email: pleongks@yahoo.com

Elohim - Patrick Leong

Patrick Leong?s 3rd album Elohim is an album that provides a tug at your soul. More than just an intimate worship experience, Elohim is an album dedicated to the Greatness and Glory of God the Father through worship. Elohim represents the Name of God in Hebrew. Reflected in the title track itself, this album is crafted into a devotional material that helps one worship in the most intimate manner through songs. Comprising brand new tracks plus a working collaboration with so many gifted and wonderfully talented individuals, this album promises yet another magnified with the Father above through personalized worship. experience

Tracks:
Prelude /C'mon & Praise Him / Inspiring Truth / Rock of My Salvation
/ Consuming Fire / On Holy Ground / Elohim / In Remembrance of Me / Through Him / We were the Reason/ Satu Doa / Dream Centre / Bila / Here in this Moment

Website: www.oops-asia.com
Soundclick: www.soundclick.com/patrickleong
Email: pleongks@yahoo.com

Josh Yeoh ? Is Anyone Out There

Malaysian singer, song writer and pianist, Josh Yeoh recently released his debut album “Is Anyone Out” featuring 11 of his original songs. These songs were written over the course of the past five years in Josh’s adopted home of Northfield, MN. The album introduces listeners to Josh’s original sounds, from intimate piano-driven melodies to rock anthems and smooth jazz. Josh produced the album himself, performing the vocals, piano, bass and guitars. Recording, mixing and mastering was done by Derrick Raiter from Minneapolis.

Songlist:

1. Prelude
2. Tonight
3. Out Of The Boat
4. Bring Me Home
5. Is Anyone Out There
6. My Help
7. Remember
8. Tomorrow’s Gonna Be OK
9. In The Wilderness
10. Learning To Fall
11. Offering Of Love

Website : www.joshyeoh.com
E Mail : josh@joshyeoh.com

Army of Three is an Alternative Rock Group from Klang. Formed in 2005, the band consists of Jeff on lead vocals and guitars, Alex on guitars, Eddy on the drums and Darren on bass. Their interesting name is a reflection of the Power of Trinity, which represents the band?s faith and background. ( You have to think what their name means as it is certainly not the number of members in their band as there have 4 members). Recently, they released a single with 3 of their songs, Blind me to see, Take me, and I?ll never walk back.

With a blend of positive lyrics and cutting edge rock music combined with explosive live performances, the band is striving to make a difference, and influence youth in a positive way.

This is a rare Hokkien Album released by KB Chan who already has 7 albums to his credits. This latest release contains 10 tracks including his popular Father's Day song "Daddy, You're My Hero". Another ?Tharn Ean? (Sweet Incense) speaks of our worship as a perfume in God?s presence. ?Tharn Ean? reached No.1 in Soundclick, Contemporary Christian Charts.

A Cantonese by birth, Pastor KB was educated in English, and can neither read nor write Chinese. Nevertheless, God gave him the Hokkien song 'Tharn Ean' during one of his afternoon naps. With the help of his friends, he went on to compose 8 other Hokkien songs for the album.

KB Chan is a walking miracle. Despite the fact that he has no kidneys and has been on dialysis for these last 13 years, he is still ministering in churches and camps all over Malaysia and beyond. His life is truly a testimony of God's grace, mercy, love, provision, and sustenance in times of need.

Website : www.kbchan.net
Soundclick : www.soundclick.com/kbchan
E mail : sweetincense@hotmail.com

Unleashed is the debut album of the Rock Band Blister. The album consist of 11 of their original songs written by band members Peter Khor and Micah Lee. Their songs boldly present some of the views, including the futility of war, hypocrisy, their personal faith in God, temptations, child abuse, self centeredness etc. Some of their lyrics are also rather thought provoking eg. He will be sending red roses to your grave, I?m Dr. Jeckyl and Mr. Hyde?disinfect me know. Even their song title are designed to evoke an interest eg. Ded Fly, Like Hell, Dying to Live, 247365. Unleashed is certainly a hard rocking conceptual album.

The band Blister comprises of Micah Lee (lead vocals), Peter Khor (Guitar/vocals), Nick Nathan (bass) and David Khor drums). The band?s memorable performances include playing in the Youth Unlimited concert series in Bangkok, an opening act for Sonic Flood in Chiang Mai, Thailand, at the MRSC 2007 and at Shah Alam Tribute (SALT 2007) concert. The album was produced by Peter Khor, Joe Loy and Nick Lee.

Website : www.freewebs.com/blisterpage

Carbon is a compilation of 6 winning songs from the debut Malaysian Revival Songwriting Competition 2005. The competition drew many entries from across Malaysia and the winning songs were recorded into this album. The winning song Everything I need, written by Teh Ju Ping has a romantic melody which will capture your attention at the first listen. Another outstanding song You are the reason was written by Gabby Tham who later went on to launch her solo career. Other winners include Sofia Lim ( With You), Lourdes Dass ( Together) , Anson Ong ( There?s abundant love) and Pastor Sam Neil (Open up your heaven).

Amelia Tan served as executive producer. Sharon Paul arranged the songs and Samuel Oh & Coleen Yap performed the lead vocals for the album.

Soundclick : www.soundclick.com/MRSC2005CarbonAlbum
Website : www.starmaker.com.my
 

This amazing musical is built upon the winning songs of Malaysia Revival Song writing competition 2006. Among the songs used are It All Comes Down (Micah Lee) In Awe, Take it to the Lord, On this Day (Diana Wee) You're the Only One, Don?t stay that way (Peter Khor) You that I Want (Lydia Tan). Script writer and founder of Starmakers Amelia Tan managed to bring all these songs together to tell a wonderful story of a young person of mix parentage Rizuan, whose love for a girl helps him overcome barriers of race and religion. This enchanting tale is filled with laughter, friendship and special effects. The original lead cast in 2006 included Samuel Oh and Eunice Jesudasan who mesmerized a live audience with their outstanding performance. This album is a studio recording with lead vocals by Samuel Oh and Coleen Yap and song arrangement by Sharon Paul. Peter Chong mastered and mixed the album. Soundclick: www.soundclick.com/rizuanmusical

Soundclick : www.soundclick.com/rizuanmusical
Website : www.starmaker.com.my