The Nigerian alternative gospel scene has a bright new light. Singer, songwriter, and visual artist Tamará (real name Tamaratonye Esther Ogiren) has officially dropped her debut EP, Rays of Tamará, marking a major milestone in her rapidly ascending career.
Hailing from Delta State and raised in Lagos, Tamaratonye brings a uniquely rich, artistic perspective to Contemporary Christian Music. The newly released
8-track EP is a 24-minute testament to her versatility. She brings a fresh, acoustic-driven “Christo-centric” sound that stands out in the bustling Lagos music industry.
The project features a brilliant collaboration with His Purple Steward on the opening track “Found You,” setting a high bar for the rest of the EP. She then effortlessly transitions through intimate tracks before arriving at the anthemic
“TROOPS,” a single that has already begun to make waves across social media for its bold, unyielding message. For anyone watching the future of Nigerian CCM, Tamaratonye Esther Ogiren is a name you need to know.
