Foremost on the list of Buchi’s strong musical influences are Eric Donaldson, Joseph Hills, Burning Spear and Frankie Paul. In 1992, Buchi gave his life to Jesus in Christ Embassy Church and transited from nightclub to the choir of the ministry, where he has remained till date.
1st album “These Days” 1999
2nd album “So Beautiful” 2002
3rd album “What a life” 2005
4th album “Sound of life” 2008
5th album “Judah” 2011
Besides being a prolific songwriter, Buchi has also authored two books namely Behind the songs (an anthology) and Ceasefire ( a novel based on his true life story). Buchi has ministered in church concerts, crusades, gospel music festivals etc. multiple award winner including prestigious,
AMEN Awards for Best in Gospel Category 1999, Faith Awards 2000, POMP Awards 2002, TOMA Awards, for three categories. Best Artiste, Reggae Artiste and Gospel album of the year 2005, Life Achievers’ Award 2008 amongst many others. He’s married to Jane with 4 children.
Here is Buchi with his latest single titled “His Name Is Holy”. According to Buchi, “Some songs are composed, some reconstructed; others are birthed in the place of fellowship with God’s Spirit. They just come. In a sense one cannot truly claim authorship of this last category. “YOUR NAME IS HOLY” belongs here. In this blend of hardcore reggae and soulful worship, Buchi, in his first collabo with his daughter, Olive, seeks to capture a worship session in heaven. Enjoy!
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