Ruben King’s extensive musical journey, marked by his roles as a musician, producer, label owner, and pastor in the New Testament Church of God, is deeply rooted in his family and the influential Birmingham gospel scene.

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

Carlton Powell, born in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, to Jamaican Windrush parents, recounts his musical journey shaped by faith and evolving into a diverse professional career.

Rico’s life, born in England to Jamaican parents, was constantly interwoven with music and eventually defined by a powerful spiritual conversion.

Audrey and Carlene Mattis, sisters from Birmingham, reflect on their childhood immersed in the New Testament Church of God, which they describe as a “full-time occupation” centered on faith and music.

Annette B, a gospel singer and recording artist, built her early career in lovers rock, the UK version of reggae, influenced by her Jamaican heritage.

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”.

Nikki Tapper, a radio presenter and educator, recounts her life, shaped by her Jamaican heritage, Pentecostal upbringing, and deep connection to gospel music.

Bunny’s drumming journey began at Hamstead Hall secondary school, where they discovered a natural talent for drums after being inspired by a friend, David McKenzie.

Jamila Hinds-King’s passion for gospel music blossomed from her family and church upbringing in Handsworth, Birmingham, a community immersed in music.