With the celebration of a new year we embrace a new season and 2015 is becoming even brighter for singer-songwriter and urban contemporary gospel recording artist Richard Hollis. Since 2007, Hollis has been working faithfully to lay down the groundwork for his music ministry. His debut project Brand New Start earned him The Best New Artist Award from The Texas Gospel Announcers Guild in 2008. Fast forward to 2015 and his latest extended play album Brighter Days has began to vibrate the airwaves of internet and indie radio, and listeners are taking notice.

From Houston to South Carolina dee-jays and radio personalities alike are spinning the singles, It's A New Day and Brighter Days. Stations are showing their support by placing the singles in daily rotation and Hollis' Twitter feed is reflecting the support. The message of love, hope and encouragement resonates from each track and Hollis states, that is what is he was hoping for. Radio personality and host of The New Artist Profile on WNRR Gospel 1380 AM in North Augusta, South Carolina, Dallas Frazier states that, Hollis' music has a very unique feel to it. When we initially listened to his singles here at the station, we instantly thought of Dave Hollister. His music has that same vibe." Rejoice America Radio, Synergy1 Radio and PUSH Radio are supporting his tunes as well.

2015 is starting off in a very positive direction for Richard Hollis and Richard Hollis Ministries. We can't wait to see what this summer holds for this up and coming artist as he headlines The EGNITE Summer Tour 2015 with label-mate A.Silous and Quincy Whetstone. Stay tuned.

If you ever though what would a gospel sermon mixed with a soulful vocal and a neosoul vibe would sound like, singer-songwriter Richard Hollis just might give you your answer. Awaiting his set to begin,  I was a little skeptical about what I was about to hear eventhough a good friend invited me to come and hear this new artist from the southside of Houston. I could tell the crowd was waiting in anticipation for the headliner, but when Richard Hollis stepped on stage he proved that what he had to offer was much more than just being an opening act. 

From his opening intro Hollis' supporters sent the atmosphere into another level when he stepped on stage. The moment he open his mouth and finished the first line of his opening verse I knew what all the hype was about. It was about something that is missing on mainstream radio today and what true music listeners long to hear from an artist in this day and time... transparency. Richard's voice defines soul. His tone, delivery and passion almost takes you back to the Motown era where the male singers had a deep-resonating texture to their voices. I was drawn in immediately.

After standing through his entire 15 minute set, my friend who had invited me turned and asked, what did I think. I was speechless because I had not experienced gospel music in such a way before. His tracks puts you in an Anthony Hamilton kind of mood but when you listen at the lyrics and the ministry that this urban preacher delivers through his music, you know that he is a seasoned veteran and in due time he will get his shot to minister to the masses. Remember the name Richard Hollis. Check out his new ep titled Brighter Days that will be avaialble on iTunes and all digital outlets on July 15, 2014. 

Stephen McLemore

Houston Christian Media Magazine

Richard Hollis has been added to The NuCreation Summer Tour along withlabelmates Ben Donnelly and The NewCool . The tour will headline CHH rapperVaughaligan Walwyn who is enjoying amedia frenzy about his newly released CDtitled Grace Still Abides. The Nu SeasonMusic Group recording artist has beeninterviewed by Fox and ABC News.

RIchard is grateful to be a part of this tourand is excited about hisnew opportunities. To book The NuCreation Tour contact (ph) 281-935-7058or www.nuseason.tv/booking