East Africa’s Finest SR Victor256 in collaboration with Burundian gospel minister i’Pendo Sound has released the official music video for their new worship single, ” HALELUYA” – a powerful anthem of praise and thanksgiving.
Who is i’Pendo Sound?
i’Pendo Sound is a Burundian gospel music ministry/group based in Bujumbura. They sing worship and praise in Kirundi, English and French, with a sound that blends live instrumentations,harmonies,and congregational worship.
Their name “i’Pendo” means “love” in Kirundi. The team includes songwriters and leaders like Guylaih IG / IGIRUBUTU Guylain, Flavia Ornella, Flora Jackson, Shalom Forever, Gretta and musicians like Teddy Maker on piano. They work with producers, videographers and teams in Burundi eg Video Director John Elates, Landry SB.
Some of their songs include “ASANTE”, “ZION”,and now “HALELUYA” with SR Victor256
What Made them Popular?
1. Faithful worship music that resonates locally
Their songs are written in Kirundi with scripture themes like 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “Thank God no matter what happens” and Isaiah 33:24 in “Zion”. That makes their music easy for churches in Burundi and the region to sing.
2.Consisitency + Testimony
In the “ASANTE” video description they mention it is been 5 years since their public appearance. They have gone through hardship but testify that “Our God Have Been FAITHFUL“. That story of perseverance connects with people. And so many other things
i’Pendo Sound became known as a worship team from Burundi that gives God-centered, locally rooted songs with strong visuals and testimony of God’s faithfulness over 5years in ministry.
Recently they released “HALELUYA” – a powerful anthem of praise and thanksgiving.
Filmed at the scenic Royal Palm Resort Bujumbura and Cine Studio, the video captures a message of joy, surrender, and celebration. From the first note to the final chorus, “HALELUYA” calls every heart to lift it’s voice in worship
The song was written by i’Pendo Sound and produced by Aguilar, blending rich live instruments with heartfelt vocals
Behind the Project
This release brought together a team of creative committed to excellence in gospel art:
> Video Director: Landry SB
>Producer: Aguilaa
>Piano & Guitar : Deddy Maker
>Sound Engineer: Fusa
>Saxophone: Micheal Kitanda
>Bass: Jaykob
>Acoustic:Charmant Mushaga
>Choreographer:Ado B
>Make up: Danny Paullette
>Outfits:WillySmith_Fashion