S3E09: From Humankind to Amazing God

In this episode of Cloud Record Music Podcast, host Maurine McFarlane sits down with Minister Dereq McFarlane—a multi-talented gospel artist, songwriter, producer, and founder of McVizRecords. Dereq shares personal stories of navigating challenges in faith, marriage, and ministry, turning them into powerful music that uplifts the soul. From writing poetry in high school to producing songs like You I Worship and Amazing God, Dereq’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and divine inspiration. This episode also touches on his vision for gospel music, the complexities of the industry, and the joy of creating meaningful collaborations. Whether you’re soaring on faith or fighting forces that feel larger than life, Dereq’s music and message remind us that with God, victory is Already Done. In this episode, you will learn the following: Faith can be a powerful source of inspiration and healing during life’s challenges. Challenges in life can be transformed into powerful testimonies through creativity and faith. Staying true to your values in the music industry can be difficult but rewarding. Building a brand or label requires persistence, creativity, and faith.   Connect with Dereq McFarlane YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dereqmcfarlane?si=8LX_1jbxPiueaUtn  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17kAS5vX2f/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereqmcfarlane/profilecard/?igsh=MWJsYjlkaWNpZnQxOA== TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dereqmcfarlane?_t=ZM-8sdUdbAV0wo&_r=1  Links: You I Worship: https://youtu.be/VG5q6dHbawo?si=6xuYmsMU_CSyZIWY  Already Done: https://youtu.be/-FiuGFqcilk?si=jjfljYMyMjAIZJyG Soar: https://youtu.be/ZfaDDlYrsuI?si=ktlg4lJb83_iJ-Gi Too Faithful: https://youtu.be/ihe4MnnVYUk?si=j7JN0uXpwKAhO9zs  You Are Everything: https://youtu.be/Uf4aZKLS0AQ?si=kPWng7MTHNmw_T1G  Amazing God: https://youtu.be/xq6K1bAEo2M?si=NgUVMpEYfNAEw0x  No Other God: https://youtu.be/5Gaa27VTEWY?si=P7drrGEArRMAH8Fb  Connect with Maurine McFarlane & Cloud Music Records LLC Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maurine-mcfarlane-2a5836161 Cloud Records Website: Cloud Record, LLC (cloudrecordllc.com)   Music Platforms to Cloud Records LLC Music: I Am Strong (EP) by Capathia Jenkins –  https://capathiajenkins.hearnow.com/i-am-strong-2 Jesus Christ is Lord by Carmella Green https://carmellagreen.hearnow.com/jes... Jesus Christ is Lord (Instrumental) by Carmella Green https://carmellagreen.hearnow.com/jes... Jesus Christ is Lord (Radio Edit) by Carmella Green https://carmellagreen.hearnow.com/jes... There is A Time (EP) by Garrick V. Morgan & Valerie V. Gay https://garrickvmorgan.hearnow.com/th... Fighting for My Destiny (Prayer Meditation Music) by Maurine McFarlane & Jennifer Thomas https://maurinemcfarlane.hearnow.com/... Luchando por Mi Destino Música para la Oración de Meditación ) by Maurine McFarlane & Maria Antonella Moreno Maldonado - https://maurinemcfarlane.hearnow.com/...