Byron Cage Interview (2012) - Articles

Byron Cage
Interview

Byron Cage , the Prince of Praise and Worship, brings his fifth solo release, Memoirs of a Worshipper. The live recording (at Christ Universal Temple in Chicago), brings a mix of styles, from the traditional to the contemporary and a healthy number of ballads and praise material. Read on as GOSPELflava.com sat down to speak with the artist.

GOSPELflava.com: Tell us why you deemed "Memoirs Of A Worshipper" to be a fitting title for your new project?

Byron Cage: Faithful To Believe [the previous album] was speaking to the times that we were living in. Many were struggling and in need of encouragement. I believe that I am in a different place personally and professionally and this project reflects that. We are all human at the end of the day, and I wanted to present songs that reflect my life. Songs like "You", and "Gratitude" are heart songs on this project.

GOSPELflava.com: You and producer Aaron Lindsey always deliver some of the most notable praise & worship songs that we've heard over the past 10 years. What would you define as the formula for your musical success when you partner up on projects?

Byron Cage: I have to say that I believe that Aaron Lindsey will go down in history as one of the greatest musicians and producers in Gospel music. Aaron and I have a true brotherhood and we fast and believe God for timeless music. Our commitment to God and great music that will resonate with the varied seasons of life, are what make our bond special.

GOSPELflava.com: Were there any new writers or standout favorite songs on this project for you?

ALBUM REVIEW: Memoirs of a Worshipper

Byron Cage enlists the legendary Fred Hammond on a Caribbean inspired up-tempo cut titled "Victory". Hammond laces the song with his beloved vocals, and the song instructs listeners to dance. The music and lyrics make you want to do just that. Other project highlights...

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Byron Cage: "My Refuge, My Strength", "Great & Mighty", and the second verse of "Out Of Them All" really resonates with me, on "Throne" I branched out vocally, and I love the melodic simplicity of "Troubles Away". I am just really grateful for my success musically and I gave stylistically with my vocals on this project.

GOSPELflava.com: Tell us something that we may not know about Byron Cage.

Byron Cage: I enjoy riding my Harley Davidson cruiser. I've been an avid rider for some time now. I'm also a fan of roller coasters and amusement parks. I like to have fun!

GOSPELflava.com: What's on the horizon for you for the rest of 2012? Are there any new endeavors that you are stepping into?

Byron Cage: The Mcdonald's Gospel Fest Tour with Fred Hammond is coming up and I'm excited about it, and The Essence Music Festival. We've been pitching some reality TV series concepts surrounding the concept of music and the like. So, I'm continuing to trust God and venture into whatever area He creates an open door to. I'm grateful for this platform and proud of the music on this new project. I hope that people will love it and it will bless the lives of those that hear it.

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— interview by Nakiyah Hayling —