Marcelus: a new chapter in the Haitian gospel music
The landscape of Haitian praise and worship is enriched with the official arrival of the Marcelus, a family group whose first two singles will soon be available on Youtube. Trained in New York, this Gospel group Composed of seven members of the same family is preparing to share a musical testimony full of emotion and divine grace.
The inspiring history of the Marcelus
At the origin of this musical project is the Pastor Samuel Marceluswell -known figure in the Haitian community of the diaspora. Thanks to the humanitarian speech Program, he succeeded in gathering his parents and brothers in the United States. This family reunification gave birth to an exceptional artistic collaboration.
Since their arrival, the Marcelus brothers, accompanied by their sister Sheilla, have multiplied the appearances in various Haitian churches to glorify God by song. It is from this family synergy that the idea of ​​training the group was born officially The Marcelus.
Samuel Marcelus: the musical pillar of the family
Samuel Marcelus is not at his first attempt in the world of Gospel music. Accomplished artist and respected praise driver, he has already published two successful albums: Grande San And Love me with his or. He also collaborated with New Light IJC for the release of another album. His commitment to praise is also manifested by the organization of an annual concert, the 12th edition of which was held in 2024.
A family united by faith and music
The group The Marcelus is made up of seven members, all from the same family: Samuel Marcelus, Ernso, Amos, Sam, Samy, Scheilla and Thieulot. This family composition gives the group a natural harmony and a rare complicity which are reflected in their interpretations.
Two singles that celebrate divine greatness
The first two titles that the group is preparing to reveal were composed by the Maestro Sam Marcelus and explore deep spiritual themes in the tradition of the Worship music::
“Or Merite Louanj”
This first single, interpreted by Samuel Marcelus, expresses a deep gratitude towards God. The words celebrate the divine wonders in the life of the believer and refer to the story of David to illustrate the impenetrability of God's plans. Samuel declares this: Or deserves Louwanj Paske or Fè Gro Mèvey Nan Vim.
“PA Gen Tankou Bondye”
The second title, interpreted by Cezar Junior and Thieulot Marcelus, is a hymn to divine glory. The words express a commitment to glorify God in all circumstances: Pa gen kote m paste pou m pa glorifye name bondye or deserves all glwa. The song also evokes divine protection in the events: Mwen du Janm Bliye Saw te fe Pou sevitè w yo, or te pwoteje yo nan mitan yon flanm dife.
A radiation in the Haitian diaspora
The emergence of Marcelus is part of the rich tradition of Haitian praise and worship which plays an essential role in the communities of the diaspora. Their music, anchored in the Haitian cultural heritage while being resolutely contemporary, offers a space of spiritual expression and identity affirmation for Haitians living abroad.
By their family testimony and their spiritual commitment, the Marcelus make a significant contribution to the scene Haitian gospel in the United States and beyond. Their story of family reunification and their transformation into a praise group embody a message of hope and faith for the whole community.
