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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Shorts

Playlist

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Who did we speak to?

Beresford Dawkins
Owen Uriah
Ray Prince
Roger Moore
David Copeland
Tony Bean
Lesburn Easie & Monica Anderson
Bro keith
Carol Pemberton
Winston Harris

Born in Birmingham in 1960 to Jamaican parents, has an extensive history in music ministry, promotion, and community project leadership.

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.

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.

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.

Dave Copeland, a versatile musician, singer, and producer, built his life in the Apostolic Church in Willenhall, UK, heavily influenced by his Jamaican roots and immersion in gospel music.

The seventh child of Jamaican immigrants, Tony’s musical life began in the New Testament Church of God (New T), influenced by his mother, a rare female church musician.

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.

Brother Keith, born in Aston, Birmingham, to Jamaican parents who were both pastors, grew up surrounded by music in the influential urban areas of Aston, Handsworth, and Newtown.

Carol Pemberton, born in Birmingham to Caribbean parents, was raised in the Pilgrim Holiness Church—a cornerstone of her earliest musical memories.

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.

Recounted. All rights reserved. ©Gospel Link Media CIC.

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