The History of UK Gospel Rap | Influences, Artists & Legacy

Join Roger Moore & Marx from Affinity Xtra as they take a deep dive into the history of the UK Gospel Urban scene. Marx revisits key artists and groups from the post-1996 era, including Rap Acadics, Full Immersion, and female rapper Purpose.

Lesburn Easie & Monica Anderson

The vibrant musical and community experiences of Lesburn Easie and Monica Anderson within the Church of God of Prophecy in Birmingham, UK, largely shaped by the Windrush generation’s experiences.

Roger Moore

Roger Moore, born in the UK to Jamaican and Saint Kitts & Nevis parents, embarked on a multifaceted musical journey deeply rooted in his Wesleyan-Holiness church upbringing in Handsworth, Birmingham.

Theo Brown

Theo Brown, of Saint Vincentian heritage, embarked on his musical journey as a child, inspired by his father’s rhythm guitar playing.

Dee Moore

Dee More, a gospel singer-songwriter from Birmingham, England, details a musical journey shaped by her Caribbean background and strict Pentecostal upbringing.