Each extraordinary artists in their own right, Nirva Ready—a Chicago native and daughter of Haitian immigrants—is familiar to fans around the world as a singer and dancer in TobyMac’s Diverse City Band. Joining the group shortly after her graduation from Nashville’s historic Fisk University, where she was a member of the renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers, Nirva has traveled with the iconic GRAMMY®-winning artist for more than a decade, and it’s an honor she doesn’t take lightly.
“It means a lot to be a part of such a huge team that influences so many through the art of music for the Kingdom of God,” she says. “I've learned so much musically as well as spiritually, and I'm humbled to share the stage with one of the most popular Christian artists in the field. It far exceeds anything I could have dreamed.”
Traveling a similar path, Seth Ready’s resume also boasts a who’s who of top Christian and gospel artists. Growing up in central Florida, the self-described “gospel music fanatic” spent hours alone in his room singing, emulating influences like Andrae Crouch, The Winans, and Fred Hammond. Such dedication to his passion afforded Seth a series of opportunities in college that ultimately landed him at the doorstep of one of urban gospel’s most groundbreaking talents, Kirk Franklin. Following a tenure with the multi-platinum artist’s Hopeville Tour, Seth has also been a background vocalist for such names as Chris Tomlin, Donnie McClurkin, and CeCe Winans, to name a few.
While Seth & Nirva began their journeys in different musical circles, it wasn’t long before their paths began to cross. “Nirva doesn’t remember the first two times we met, so I obviously made a big impression,” Seth says with a laugh. “I first met Seth in San Diego at a Billy Graham Crusade,” Nirva recounts. “We were each singing background for artists that evening—me for TobyMac and Seth for Kirk Franklin—and a mutual friend introduced us.”
Never Alone, Seth & Nirva’s faith-empowering debut full-length album set for release on Integrity Music. Produced by Bryan Fowler (TobyMac, Aaron Shust) and featuring songwriting collaborations with Michael Farren (“Let It Rain”), Mia Fields (“Savior King”), Jacob Sooter, Israel Houghton, TobyMac, Victor Oquendo and BJ Putnam, Never Alone picks up where their 2014 EP I Need You left off.
Sonically, Never Alone explores the veteran background vocalists’ unique styles, with even more diversity than before. From the solid R&B groove of “Pour It Out” to the modern pop anthem of “Unconditional,” to the ballads and calls to worship on the album, Seth & Nirva carve out a distinctive blend all their own. “Our sound—much like us as a couple and as individuals—doesn’t fit any traditional genre category very well,” says Seth.“It’s a bit more diverse stylistically than a lot of artists and difficult to categorize, but this is who we are.”
In these, as in all the songs on Never Alone, Seth & Nirva drive home the eternal truth that God is present, on the move and that as believers, we are part of God’s story as He is part of ours. What theologian Dallas Willard calls ‘playing to an Audience of One,’ where He becomes our safe place, a refuge from lesser things, a place wherein our reverence for Him and dependence on Him becomes wisdom by which He empowers us to become all we are created to be.
“We want to be part of helping our brothers and sisters recover their courage,” Seth adds, “develop their character, grow in their understanding of the biblical worldview and connect with God on a daily basis through study and worship.”
“We want to use the gifts and tools God has given us—in the context of singing and making music—to serve and encourage the Church, as well as to take part in the renewal He is bringing about that will enable us to stand firm and impact our spheres of influence with the Gospel in a day when culture is set against us.”
Nirva Ready has hosted 123 Episodes.
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Did Tucker Out Obama?
Episode | September 11th, 2023 | Season 4 | 58 mins 10 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with Larry Sinclair, a man who claims to have had sex with Barack Obama in 1999. They also discuss a few lines of evidence that those who believe Obama is gay have offered in support of their viewpoint.
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Oliver Anthony - Hero of the People, Political Hack, or Deep State Plant?
Episode | August 28th, 2023 | Season 4 | 53 mins 48 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss Oliver Anthony’s viral song “Rich Men North of Richmond” along with his sudden burst into worldwide fame. They also analyze his recent political statements that are drawing criticisms from those on the right and the left.
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Is the Push for LGBTQ Ideology Part of the Depopulation Agenda? (Interview with Lennox Kalifungwa)
Episode | August 7th, 2023 | Season 4 | 50 mins 59 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva interview Lennox Kalifungwa regarding his recent post stating, “Homosexuality and transgenderism are a type of contraception toward population control and Marxist Utopianism.” They also discuss how LGBTQ ideology is starting to make inroads into Africa through the trojan horse of feminism.
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Educated Fool Vs Wisely Educated
Episode | July 21st, 2023 | Season 4 | 1 hr 2 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss the pathway toward becoming a person who is wisely educated rather than becoming the educated foolish person that our modern education system typically produces.
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Why the Highly Educated are More Easily Duped
Episode | July 7th, 2023 | Season 4 | 50 mins 6 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss various reasons why highly educated, and in many cases intellectually gifted, people are the most susceptible to cultural and political scams.
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Store Owner Calls for Chick-Fil-A to Drop DEI Program (Part 2)
Episode | June 28th, 2023 | Season 4 | 51 mins 5 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva continue their discussion of the nature of DEI (Diversity Equity Inclusion) programs along with offering a response to Neil Shenvi's article on DEI.
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Store Owner Calls for Chick-Fil-A to Drop DEI Program (Part 1)
Episode | June 26th, 2023 | Season 4 | 49 mins 14 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss the nature of DEI (Diversity Equity Inclusion) programs along with an email sent to them containing an open letter from a Chick-Fil-A Owner/Operator calling on Chick-Fil-A to stop their DEI program.
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Duggar Family Dark Secrets Exposed on Amazon Prime?
Episode | June 20th, 2023 | Season 4 | 40 mins 3 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss the new Amazon Prime docuseries, “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets,” and how it provides a good example of the way secularists utilize such stories in an attempt to undermine God’s design of the family and human sexuality.
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The Hidden Source Behind Pride-Month Business Propaganda Plus Ted Cruz Vs Uganda
Episode | June 6th, 2023 | Season 4 | 48 mins 22 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss the hidden sources behind the coordinated efforts of major corporations in pushing LGBTQ+ propaganda. They also talk about Ted Cruz’s tweet condemning Uganda’s anti-homosexuality law and how the conservative moment continues on its leftward trajectory.
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Pride Month Pre-Game: Target Takedown?
Episode | May 27th, 2023 | Season 4 | 47 mins 28 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss the latest LGBTQ+ propaganda push at Target as well as the backlash they have received. They also discuss some of the ways the church can prepare for the upcoming “Pride Month” campaigns.
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Why This Topic is So Important
Episode | May 9th, 2023 | Season 4 | 42 mins 18 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss why the topic of theology of civil government is so important in this season. They also examine the recently released draft of The Statement on Christian Nationalism & the Gospel.
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Christian Twitter Wildfires
Episode | April 19th, 2023 | Season 4 | 37 mins 58 secs
In this episode Seth & Nirva discuss a series of twitter debates—one on whether the Kingdom of God transcends political binaries and one on Stephen Wolfe’s tweet about white evangelicals.
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Jesus: Ruler of Kings Interview with Dr. Joe Boot
Episode | April 7th, 2023 | Season 4 | 49 mins 28 secs
In this episode, Seth interviews Dr. Joseph Boot regarding the gospel of the kingdom, pietism, and the rule of Christ over the kings of the earth.
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J6 & Jesus Revolution
Episode | March 20th, 2023 | Season 4 | 52 mins 51 secs
In this episode, Seth & Nirva discuss the recent release of the J6 footage plus their thoughts on the Jesus Revolution movie.
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Throwback (EP) to Our Experience at the Capitol on J6
Episode | March 9th, 2023 | Season 4 | 45 mins 56 secs
This is a replay of our episode originally released on January 9th, 2021 where Seth & Nirva discuss there experience at the Capitol during the (in)famous J6 protest.
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Christian Nationalism with Neil Shenvi and William Wolfe
Episode | February 28th, 2023 | Season 4 | 1 hr 17 mins
In this episode, Seth hosts a spirited dialogue between Neil Shenvi and William Wolfe on the subject of whether or not Christians should advocate Christian Nationalism.