JFH News: Anike Introduces Her New Era with a Bold, Genre-Bending New Album

Anike Introduces Her New Era with a Bold, Genre-Bending New Album

NEWS SOURCE: Reach Records
August 30, 2024

August 30th, 2024 (Atlanta, GA) - Anike’s self-titled debut ushers in a new era for the bridge-building Christian rap artist. Anike's self-titled LP is scheduled for release on August 30th, 2024. It is preceded by her single ‘PRAY FOR ME,’ which released on July 26th, and an instant grat single ‘HAVE FUN’ releasing ahead of the LP.

Stream “Anike” here.

After five years since her debut, Anike, formerly known as Wande, returns with her sophomore self titled LP. Her latest offering is a powerful journey of surrender, restoration, and breakthrough. Over the past four years, she has faced numerous challenges that tested her resolve both personally and as an artist. Confronting deep-seated insecurities and severe physical manifestations of stress and anxiety, Anike has emerged stronger and more inspired. During this transformative period, she announced a name change from “Wande” to “Anike,” a Yoruba name short for Ireoluwa-Anike meaning “The goodness of God, we have something to care for, cherish, and not take for granted.”

The album includes familiar voices such as label-mates Hulvey, Lecrae, WHATUPRG, and Limoblaze, along with fresh collaborators like Terrain, Lee Vasi, and DOE. The album’s focus track “YAHWEH” ft. Porsha Love brings praise and pep over a Jersey beat featuring Porsha Love, a follow up to their successful 8M+ streamed 2021 single “Don’t Worry Bout It.” Anike also released a music video for "YAHWEH" you can watch here, setting the tone for the full album experience.

See The Full Track-list here:

MAKE ME NEW (ft. Jekalyn Carr)
AGAIN & AGAIN (FT. WHATUPRG)
YAHWEH (FT. Porsha Love)
HAVE FUN
MOVE
IN THE LIGHT
PRAY FOR ME
ALL AROUND
Show Me Love (FT. Lee Vasi)
DESIRES (FT. CEJAE)
SEND THAT (FT. Lecrae)
HEAVENLY (FT. Hulvey)
WILD & FREE (FT. DOE)
WITH YOU (FT. Bayo & Yele)
NEW DAY (FT. Terrian)
ESE BABA (FT. Limoblaze)
TOP TIER (FT. Chastity)
GRAVITY (FT. JORDAN L’OREAL)

As the first female Christian rapper to tour with icons like Lecrae and collaborate with artists like TobyMac, Anike has been a groundbreaking presence in the industry. She has been featured on GRAMMY-nominated projects and Billboard's #1 album "The Mav Way," and her contributions have been recognized by influential figures like Michelle Obama and Kirk Franklin.

CONNECT WITH ANIKE:Instagram |TikTok |X |YouTube

For more information on Wande and her music, visit her website atwww.omgitswande.com.

For more information on Reach Records, please

visit www.reachrecords.com and on social media @ReachRecords.

About Anike:

Anike, a Nigerian-born, Texas-raised rapper, influencer, and visionary shaping the future of Christians engaging with culture through her groundbreaking artistry and unwavering commitment to empowerment. With millions of annual streams on Spotify alone, Wande's dynamic and empowering catalog continues to inspire listeners worldwide.

As the pioneering female rapper to achieve significant commercial success in the Christian Hip Hop space, Wande has firmly established herself as a luminary in the industry. Beyond her musical endeavors, Anike's versatility shines through her memorable performances on stage and in music videos, as well as her encouraging and empowering voice on her social media platforms. On the acclaimed TV show "Girl Talk" on TBNx, she demonstrates her dedication to empowering women on their spiritual journeys. If you don’t already know about Anike, you will soon as she continues to innovate her sound and capture the attention of the believers everywhere through her presence on social media.

About Reach Records:

Reach Records is an Atlanta based independent hip-hop label founded in 2004 by Lecrae and Ben Washer. Long before acclaim, awards, plaques, chart positioning, and radio play, the two started the label because they both love hip-hop and Jesus. Reach Records was launched with no strategy, no funds, no big players, but they made big moves! Today Reach Records is a trailblazing label with a roster of nearly 10 artists and a staff of 20 who are unashamed about sharing their faith and passionate about hip-hop. Reach Records is committed to building a movement that combines faith with music and popular culture.

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For more info on Anike, visit the JFH Artists Database.