Evangelist Timiney Figueroa, a native of Brooklyn, NY, is a fifth generation preacher born to Bishop Eric R. Figueroa Sr. and Evangelist Doreen Figueroa, pastors of New Life Tabernacle located in Brooklyn, NY. “I did get a chance to talk to her and I told her, ‘I’m sorry, I hope you’re not mad at me for leaving.’ And she told me, ‘Don’t you ever apologize for following what’s in your heart, for doing what you know you’re supposed to be doing,’ ” says Anaysha. Younger sister Anaysha shines on the two cuts where she takes lead, showing the same raw anointing and clarity of tone that brought her notice with Danny Eason and the Abundant Life Crusade Choir. He is currently the Praise and Worship leader at The Fountain Of Praise in Houston, TX. When I found out after the luncheon that it was going to be on an album, that in itself was enough for me. Her older sister, Timiney, had been singing right before her father, Bishop Eric Figueroa, started preaching. “It’s whole ‘nother animal,” she explains, but notes the beauty of God’s timing with taking such a leap. If you aren’t familiar with Anaysha, she’s the younger sister of Timiney Figueroa-Caton (lead singer on Hezekiah Walker & The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir’s cult favorite “Calling My … As usual with Anaysha, songs of pure worship and praise seem to find her, or more likely, she finds them. “I am the same age as my church [24], so I literally took my first steps in my church and there is no place on earth like it,” says Anaysha, who is one of the ministers of music at her church. “Maybe I’m biased, but I just believe he’s the best. “But the day of the luncheon the spirit of God was so heavy in the room that it was kind of undeniable. Copyright 1994-2021 ©, Broadcast Music, Inc.® unless otherwise specified. Timiney Figueroa and Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper BMI Trailblazers 2014 - Duration: 7:25. Timiney performs with Hezekiah Walker and The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir. She chatted with Erica Campbell and GRIFF about her new song, “Jesus.” She talks about making the decision to shake it up a bit by choosing to release “Jesus,” and how scary it is to be doing music solo, and front and center! “I was with her for four or five years, I had some good times there, but when Kirk called it was like God was calling me to move to the next phase in my life,” she adds. 7:25. While living in the city of Hartford, Connecticut, he served as Minister of Music at The First Baptist Church of Hartford located at the time on Greenfield Street. The next one will be taking place on January 17, 2014. Well many days have passed since then and Anaysha Figuroa Cooper is all grown up now and thrilling audiences across the country as she sings with Kirk Franklin. Donald Lawrence & The Tri-City Singers. Plus, she talks about anticipating the next season of her life, and her new album’s release in November! Before I started to work with Kirk, I’d never really been in an environment where there were like 20 other people who are equally talented - and in some cases, more talented - than you, and I think it takes a really special person to be in that environment and still be learning.”. See more ideas about gospel song, gospel music, gospel. Her interpretation of “Holy One,” which was first made famous by Tramaine Hawkins, leads the release of the album, slated for digital and street release on October 22. Sep 19, 2012 - Hezekiah Walker & LFCC - "I'll Fly Away": Gospel. Anyasha Figueroa and Timiney Figueroa- “Angels” BMI VP Catherine Brewton announced this years luncheon will be available on CD as a compilation and released later in the year. Timiney Figueroa is no stranger to gospel music- she has ministered alongside John P. Kee, Hezekiah Walker, and many more.She chatted with Erica Campbell and GRIFF about her new song, “Jesus.” She talks about making the decision to shake it up a bit by choosing to release “Jesus,” and how scary it is to be doing music solo, and front and center! 89-year old newcomer, Narcissus Hinton-Brown makes her mark as lead vocalist on "Introducing Narcissus Hinton-Brown", where she visits hymns like "How Great Thou Art" and "This Little Light of Mine". Que Brown 101,914 views. If you aren’t familiar with Anaysha, she’s the younger sister of Timiney Figueroa-Caton (lead singer on Hezekiah Walker & The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir’s cult favorite … Timiney talks about her son, Miles, and the incredible feeling of watching him grow in his talents. It seems like it was just yesterday that we were introduced to Timiney’s little sister singing Love Lifted Me on the Timothy Wright presents Bishop Eric Figueroa and the New Life Tabernacle Choir CD. “I think that what makes gospel music stand out is that we carry a great message and that message – unlike any other genre of music – is a message of hope, it’s a message of love, of God’s love in particular. BMI represents more than 1.1 million songwriters, composers, and publishers with over 17 million musical works. The familiar sound awoke Anaysha, who was asleep on her grandmother’s lap. Timiney Figueroa and Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper singing "Angels" in honor of Richard Smallwood at the 2014 BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Award ceremony. Renowned for the unique sound and hip-hop swagger of its choir, the church regularly welcomes new members, all while continuing to produce great gospel singers like Anaysha, her sister, Timiney, her father, Bishop Eric, and mother, Lady Doreen Figueroa, who bring the church’s message to the world. The Figeroua sisters singing at Institutional in the 80's! She talks about the challenge of balancing the demands of being a preacher, a singer, and a mother. Click on the audio player to hear more in this exclusive interview from “Get Up! Celebrate Gospel Music Heritage Month by getting to know the promising new vocalist who leads the release of the upcoming BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Live 2013 album. Oct 16, 2014 - Explore SISTER MRS. SHELLEY VERNICE RI's board "ON THE SAME PAGE 1O-16-2O14 THANKSGIVING THURSDAY PROVERBS 31 5:3OAM PST 712-432-39OO CODE 267949#POUND KEY" on Pinterest. Mornings With Erica Campbell.”. Dove Awards; Stellar Awards; Grammy Awards Brooklyn-based singer and longtime industry standout Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper has set Twitter, Instagram & Facebook ablaze with photos of her official contract signing with Light Records.. Sep 30, 2015 - University of Alabama at Birmingham Gospel Choir Tierra Plenty, lead Kevin P. Turner, Director http://facebook.com/uabgospelchoir God. “We’re more of a Pentecostal church and we kind of believe in being really, really expressive about our love and our passion for Christ. Work To Do (Miracle Album Version) (2007 Digital Remaster) ... clark sister; 1. The single - and the forthcoming album - were recorded live on January 18 at the 14th annual BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon in Nashville, an event that honors outstanding gospel music recording artists and individuals who have contributed to the ministry. I remember I got up and me and my sister sang a song called ‘I’ve Decided to Make Jesus My Choice.’ I was two years old and I pretty much have not looked back since then.”. The emotion in gospel music you can’t get from any other type of music.”. Show more. Copyright © 2021 Interactive One, LLC. She would often sing around the house as a child, taking after her older sister Timiney. Timiney Figeuroa &Anaysha Figueroa solo @ Institutional 80'S. Speak to a BMI representative at the office nearest you. Calling My Name- Timiney Figueroa. This year, BMI brought together some of gospel’s most prolific singers to pay tribute to three icons of music - Edwin Hawkins, Tramaine Hawkins and Kurt Carr. The Clark Sisters. It takes place, like most special moments in her life, at the New Life Tabernacle in Brooklyn, New York. She was always very hands-on, and it taught me the kind of woman that I wanted to be, as far as being hands-on in my own career.” Parting ways with Keys in order to join Franklin’s choir wasn’t an easy conversation to have, but Anaysha followed her heart. It seems like it was just yesterday that we were introduced to Timiney's little sister singing Love Lifted Me on the Timothy Wright presents Bishop Eric Figueroa and the New Life Tabernacle Choir CD. Follow us on Twitter (@BMI) and keep the conversation going about Anaysha and the new #BMITrailblazers album. Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper likes to tell the story of her first encounter with music. “When I found out that the song I was going to do was ‘Holy One,’ I got so nervous,” confesses Anaysha. They Were Overcome (By the Word) The Clark Sisters. Whachoo See is Whachoo Get! I didn’t find out until after that that ‘Holy One’ was going to be the lead single and that really blew me away!”, At the luncheon, Anaysha worked up the courage to introduce herself to Hawkins. Sep 20, 2016 - Timiney performs with Hezekiah Walker and The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir. a native of Brooklyn, NY, is a fifth generation preacher born to Bishop Eric R. Figueroa Sr. and Evangelist Doreen Figueroa, … When asked what it meant to her to pay homage to Hawkins, Anaysha needs a moment to collect her thoughts. 4,856 likes. Family Life Her father, Eric Figueroa, was a bishop. ... Kurt Carr and Timiney Figueroa sing " I Believe God" at Mother Tina Gates Homegoing service - … “She never really took breaks and she never took no for an answer. But the New Life Tabernacle is no ordinary church. Brooklyn-based singer and longtime industry standout Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper has set Twitter, Instagram & Facebook ablaze with photos of her official contract signing with Light Records.. Jun 4, 2016 - Hezekiah Walker Wonderful Is Your Name lyrics & video : Chorus: All of my life I've never known You to fail You remain the same and wonderful is … In May 2012, she married Chris Sean Cooper and the pair later had a son named Chris Jr. I believe a lot of my blessings have come from being loyal and being committed to my church.”, When Anaysha talks about her blessings, she is referring to, among other things, the chance to travel and record with world-renowned gospel artist (and fellow BMI member) Kirk Franklin as a one of his featured singers. Daniel Johnson Artist. Timiney Figueroa is no stranger to gospel music- she has ministered alongside John P. Kee, Hezekiah Walker, and many more. God had chosen me for that moment. Insiders say, James Robinson , President of Light Records, is beyond ecstatic and super thrilled with the recent signing of Anaysha and will be taking a special interest in her debut release. 5 talking about this. She would often sing around the house as a child, taking after her older sister Timiney. Auntie loves you much. Singing is definitely in the bloodline because Cooper’s sister, Timiney Figueroa-Caton sings with the highly esteemed ensemble known as, Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers. While she continues to travel with Franklin, Anaysha is also looking to step into the spotlight as a solo artist. You can now pre-order the album on iTunes and Amazon. In May 2012, she married Chris Sean Cooper and the pair later had a son named Chris Jr. Her older sister, Timiney, had been singing right before her father, Bishop Eric Figueroa, started preaching. This was the beginning of a powerful, global music ministry. At the age of three the Lord anointed Timiney to sing. The Figeroua sisters singing at Institutional in the 80's!! If you have not heard Timiney Figueroa-Caton sang, she is truly a blessing to us all, God has given her and her family a special gift's and the do use it to bless other's, she currently sings for Kurt Carr and her sister Anaysha Figueroa sings for Kirk Franklin, her father is and annointed man of God Pastor Eric Figueroa and momma Doreen can sang too. There are cameo appearances from the incomparable Doobie Powell, Roger Hambrick, Leon Lacey, Timiney Figueroa Caton, Monique Walker, and Evangelist Rubenstine McClure. Well many days have passed since then and Anaysha Figuroa Cooper Currently, she’s putting the finishing touches on her debut album, due next year on Light Records. And she sings them like few else can. Prior to working with Franklin, Anaysha toured and collaborated with Alicia Keys, John Legend, Whitney Houston, John Mayer, Kim Burrell, Ledisi, Israel Houghton, Donnie McClurkin, John P. Kee, Marvin Sapp, James Fortune and Fred Hammond, to name a few. “I went to her and on top of just expressing my love for her voice and her music, which is so timeless, I told her, ‘I hope I didn’t disappoint you.’ And as soon as I started to open up my mouth, she just grabbed me and held me and told me that I made her proud and that I made God proud. Artist News and Updates; Concerts/Tours; Album Releases; Events. Happy Birthdays-Anaysha Figueroa Cooper. Inviting Anaysha, whom BMI Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations Catherine Brewton calls a “powerhouse vocalist,” was a no-brainer. Sep 20, 2016 - Timiney performs with Hezekiah Walker and The Love Fellowship Crusade Choir. Kurt Carr (born October 12, 1964) is an American gospel music composer and performer. Mornings With Erica Campbell” LIVE every weekday from 6/5am C. RELATED: Ashaala Shanae On How She Helps Artists Nurture Their Gift Of Singing [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW], RELATED:  Tichina Arnold On How Her Daughter’s Singing Helped Their Relationship [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW], RELATED: Anita Wilson Talks About The Advice That Donald Lawrence Gave Her [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]. Through the years, Anaysha’s beautiful soprano voice has continued to flourish, as heard on “Holy One,” the lead single off EOne Entertainment’s gospel album, BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Live 2013. Joy. And she just prayed for me, that God would orchestrate the rest of my career and that’s what he’s doing.”, As with many gifted singers throughout history, growing up in church has shaped Anaysha, musically and spiritually. ! Reprise with her Brother Ricky and Older Sister Timiney Figueroa-Caton. Anaysha Figueroa-Cooper likes to tell the story of her first encounter with music. “I woke up and I told my grandmother, ‘How come my daddy never asks me to sing?’ And my grandmother got my dad’s attention and she said, ‘Anaysha wants to sing; you never let her sing.’ I guess they’d heard me sing around the house, but they thought I’d be afraid to do it in front of people. Listen to “Get Up! 506 Likes, 3 Comments - Timiney Figueroa (@timineyfigueroa) on Instagram: “Happy Birthday to my amazing nephew. Her father, Eric Figueroa, was a bishop. It takes place, like most special moments in her life, at the New Life Tabernacle in Brooklyn, New York. I Believe God (featuring Timiney Figueroa-Caton) Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers. Her time spent with Keys was particularly memorable. Their encounter only reaffirmed that she’s on the right path. With music serving as a key component of her formative years, Cooper enjoyed the duties of being a “PK” and sharing leads in the local church choir along with her sister Timiney. “With Alicia, it was her work ethic that I learned from,” says Anaysha. Currently, Anaysha lives in Brooklyn, NY. TIminey Figueroa and her son Miles Caton sing “Blessings After Blessings” from the “Bless Somebody Else” album at West Angeles COGIC.. It’s no secret that I believe she has one of the greatest voices in the world and God has blessed her son with that gift as well! Mar 19, 2013 - Timiney Figueroa-Caton and Anaysha Figueroa render a soul stirring duet at the 63rd Annual Holy Convocation. Cooper did background work for a number of artists including Ledisi, Israel Houghton, Donnie McClurkin, John P. Kee, Marvin Sapp, James Fortune and Fred Hammond before landing an eight year … ... Kurt Carr and Timiney Figueroa sing " I Believe God" at Mother Tina Gates Homegoing service - Duration: 14:39. Anaysha Figueroa joins her sister Timiney Figueroa-Caton on the faith-filled "I Believe God", which showcases some of Figueroa-Caton's best vocal work to date. Gospel Artists With Their Families [PHOTOS], Eddie Murphy Details His Iconic Basketball Match Against…, Watch: Kirk Franklin’s Joyous ‘Tiny Desk’ In Home…, An Unexpected Pair: Barack Obama & Bruce Springsteen…, Ashaala Shanae On How She Helps Artists Nurture Their Gift Of Singing [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW], Tichina Arnold On How Her Daughter’s Singing Helped Their Relationship [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW], Anita Wilson Talks About The Advice That Donald Lawrence Gave Her [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]. All Rights Reserved. The Story Of Sister Rosetta Tharpe 01 - … BMI®, BMI.com® and Broadcast Music, Inc.® are registered trademarks of Broadcast Music, Inc. Connect with BMI & Professional Songwriters, BMI Trailblazers of Gospel Music Live 2013. Timiney Figueroa singing to her sister and brother-in-law. 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