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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// Interviews

Who did we speak to?

Donald Brown & Clive Palmer
Theo Brown
Michelle Morris-McCalla
Lorraine Minot-Howe
Carlton Powell
Yvonne Kennedy, Charmain Oliver & Joanne Herlock
Ruben King
Irvine Lewis
Joshua Bailey
Ollie Pinnock
Donald Brown and Clive Palmer, known as the comedy duo "Trio," share a unique life story rooted in the Seventh-day Adventist Church and their Jamaican heritage.
Theo Brown, of Saint Vincentian heritage, embarked on his musical journey as a child, inspired by his father's rhythm guitar playing.
Michelle Morris, the youngest of eight children born to Jamaican parents from Clarendon, describes a life immersed in music and faith from birth.
Lorraine Minott-Howe, born in Wolverhampton in the late 1960s, shares a rich personal history deeply intertwined with the New Testament Church of God and a lifelong passion for music.
Carlton Powell, born in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, to Jamaican Windrush parents, recounts his musical journey shaped by faith and evolving into a diverse professional career.
Yvonne Kennedy, Charmine Noble, and Joanne Herlock detail their extensive history and experiences in gospel music, primarily within church choirs in Birmingham.
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.
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.
Joshua Bailey’s musical journey is a rich blend of cultural influences, innate talent, and decisive career choices.
Orville Pinnock, the youngest of ten children born in England to Jamaican parents, grew up with music as a constant companion.

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