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International Gospel Artiste Uche Agu Falls in Love With Peculiar People’s Lead Guitarist In Kumasi, Ghana 🇬🇭
Nigerian Gospel Artist Uche Agu, also known as Pastor Uchechukwu Agu, appreciates Ghanaian talented lead guitarist Joel Kwame Ofori Effah.
Joel is the official lead guitarist for the Peculiar People, gospel group based in Kumasi, Ghana.
On Thursday, January 11, 2023, in Kumasi, Uche Agu joined the Peculiar People and spent some time rehearsing for the UNITY GOSPEL CONCERT scheduled for Friday, January 12, 2024.
At Shiloh Studios, Uche Agu and the band worked on powerful arrangements, including his songs and some Ghanaian Twi songs. Joel, the lead guitarist, skillfully played muted guitar voices in the arrangements, satisfying Uche Agu. Uche’s expression showed he was pleased with Joel’s performance at the rehearsal.
Nsanku Pekay, the founder of Peculiar People, known for his musical talent, also added sweetness to the arrangements by providing accompaniments on the keyboard. Joel, having collaborated with many great musicians, received love, acceptance, and admiration from Uche Agu for his lead guitar contributions.
Having participated in the event the previous year, Uche Agu promised that this year’s concert would be even more powerful as he joined forces with the Peculiar People to deliver heavenly melodies.
Quinn Lemley is an acclaimed American entertainer celebrated for her dynamic presence as a singer, actress, producer, and speaker. Renowned for her glamorous stage persona and captivating performances, she has earned accolades for her tributes to iconic figures and contributions to the performing arts.
Career Highlights
Lemley stars in the critically acclaimed shows Burlesque to Broadway and Rita Hayworth: The Heat Is On!, both of which have toured extensively across North America. Her portrayal of Rita Hayworth has been particularly lauded, with The New York Times describing her performance as “dazzling… with one show-stopping number after another” . Her jazz quintet has performed internationally, and she is recognized as the iconic face of The Half Note Jazz Club in Athens, Greece .
Music and Recordings
An accomplished vocalist, Lemley has recorded several albums that showcase her versatility and homage to classic standards. Her discography includes:
- Sirens
- Songs of the Silver Screen
- Cocktails With a Twist
- Dance or Die
- The Heat Is On!
- Live! At The Half Note
- Burlesque to Broadway
- Swinging Hot Tomato
These recordings are available on major platforms like iTunes and Spotify .
Television and Media Appearances
Lemley’s talents have been showcased on national television, including appearances on Good Morning America, Oprah, and as a finalist on Shark Tank . She also hosts the TV show Secrets of the Stage on MNN.org, where she shares insights into the performing arts .
Education and Affiliations
A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, Lemley has a background in film and television production. She is a Distinguished Toastmaster and a member of several professional organizations, including SAG, AFTRA, AEA, and the National Speakers Association .
Recent Accolades
In 2024, Lemley was honored as Best Vocalist at the BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards, recognizing her exceptional contributions to the cabaret scene .
For more information on Quinn Lemley’s performances, music, and upcoming events, visit her official website at quinnlemley.com.
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