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.

// About

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?

Owen Uriah
Delroy Hutchinson
Clifford Martin
Colin Peters
Patrick White
Winston Harris
Rico Fogarty
Robin Watson
Ray Prince
Theo Brown
Owen Uriah's journey began in the vibrant, multicultural "melting pot" of Aston, Birmingham, in the 1970s, where songs like "To Be Young, Gifted and Black" permeated the streets.
Delroy Hutchinson, married to Janet and a father of three sons, attributes his extensive musical career to his upbringing in the church and his musically inclined family.
Clifford Martin, born in Birmingham to Jamaican Windrush parents, shares his journey in faith and gospel music within the New Testament Church of God. He began singing solos and duets with his sister Diane at age seven for church "building fund programs".
Colin Peters, born in Birmingham in 1967 to Jamaican parents, began his profound musical journey in the Church of God of Prophecy.
Patrick White, a versatile musician, producer, and label owner, recounts his lifelong musical journey rooted in his church upbringing and Birmingham’s vibrant music scene.
Winston Harris, born in 1967 to Jamaican parents, developed his significant musical talents through self-driven learning and a commitment to excellence.
Rico's life, born in England to Jamaican parents, was constantly interwoven with music and eventually defined by a powerful spiritual conversion.
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.
Theo Brown, of Saint Vincentian heritage, embarked on his musical journey as a child, inspired by his father's rhythm guitar playing.

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