Documentary

The Re/counted project, led by Roger Moore the founder of GL360 and a proud Brummie, is keen to capture the development and growth of gospel music throughout the Midlands from the arrival of Windrush.

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Re/counted has produced over 60 hours of footage storytelling from established music community legends, their key experience and the influence they deposited into the UK gospel music community. #UKGospel #HistoryofUKGospel #Recounted

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Who did we speak to?

Maxine Brooks
Rico Fogarty
Gloria Stewart Blenman
Irvine Lewis
Ian Reid
Gary Parkes
Robin Watson
Ray Prince
Ruth Ible, Simon Ible & Estella Letman
Winston Harris
Maxine Brooks, born in Birmingham in 1964 to Jamaican parents, found her life's purpose in a Pentecostal church, leading to a lifelong commitment to Jesus Christ. Her musical journey began early,
Rico's life, born in England to Jamaican parents, was constantly interwoven with music and eventually defined by a powerful spiritual conversion.
Gloria Stewart, the seventh of eight children in the "Singing Stewarts," was born in Trinidad and immigrated to England in nineteen sixty-one.
Irvin Lewis, from Walsall and one of 13 children, details a musical journey deeply shaped by his Jamaican heritage, Christian faith, and self-taught talent.
Ian Reid, a bass player from Wolverhampton, shares a musical journey rooted in his Jamaican heritage and deep involvement in the church, running parallel with a successful professional career.
Gary Parkes’ early life was steeped in music, primarily influenced by his mother’s singing at home.
Robin Watson's musical journey is a compelling narrative shaped by family, church, and influential peer mentorship within Birmingham's vibrant gospel scene.
Ray Prince's musical journey began at age three or four, marked by a persistent desire for toy drums and an early affinity for the tambourine, recognised in a 1977 school report for his "very good" rhythm.
The Ibles—comprised of Ruth, Simon, and Estella—share a compelling narrative of their upbringing and musical journey, deeply rooted in the New Testament Church of God in Highgate, Birmingham.
Winston Harris, born in 1967 to Jamaican parents, developed his significant musical talents through self-driven learning and a commitment to excellence.

Celebrating the musical impact of the Windrush generation in the West Midlands.

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Celebrating the musical impact of the Windrush Generation in the West Midlands & Beyond