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JAHAZIEL DOCUMENTARY

A short film starring MOBO Award winner Jahaziel was released December 13th 2008 on Current TV. 'Rapping for God' is a fly on the wall documentary closely observing the life of Jahaziel Elliott.

See the video

CHANNEL 4 TV 

The station is currently broadcasting Christianity: A History

This is and eight-part history of the Christian faith, looking at its origins, development and turbulent past. High-profile British personalities examine a religion that has particular resonance for them.

CROSS.TV

Upload videos and pictures, publish blogs, add friends and even develop your own sub-networks for your families, churches, ministries or projects.

Go to Cross TV site

PLATFORM2

The Government-backed Platform2 project aims to unlock the potential and develop skills of young British adults who wouldn't normally have such an opportunity. London's Royal Priesthood is heavily involved in the project. See the Platform2 site

GUVNA B/JLM ENDORSEMENT DEAL

Guvna B signs endorsement deal with JesusLovesMe Clothing 

Guvna B formally got together with JLM Clothing, one of the first of a raft of clothing companies that have sprung up on the UK Urban gospel scene in recent months.

Guvna's Blog

ONE TO ONE TV

One To One TV Show is on Genesis TV and Revelation, featuring the best of UK & US gospel.

See it on Blip.TV

MUYIWA ON BET's 'CELEBRATION OF GOSPEL'

Muyiwa on BET's Celebration of Gospel: BET announces Celebration of Gospel, which this year includes Muyiwa and Riversongs.

The Celebration of Gospel is billed as the US’s largest showcase of Christian music. It premieres on BET on Jan. 25.

Read the announcement (and reaction) on BET's blog website and watch the rehearsals

MICHAELA ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM

Spoken Word artist Michaela 'Birth Of A Poet' announced the launch event of her debut album, 'Fixing Barbie: The Hologram', featuring Guvna B, Taylor Lane, Ola The Comedian, Simply Andy. Genres on offer include Soul, Indie, Funky House and Acoustic.

Launch date is August 29th. More info at Michaela's Facebook Group 

STEVE SMITH WRITES BOOK ON CONTEMOPORARY UK GOSPEL HISTORY

'British Black Gospel: The Foundations of This Vibrant UK Sound' is a 224 page paperback written by London-based Steve Smith.

The book traces the roots of modern black gospel from 19th Century Black pioneers such as Thomas Rutling and the Fisk Jubilee Singers, who performed for Queen Victoria, to the contemporary sound of the London Community Gospel Choir. He tells his story with a wealth of anecdotes and photos.

The book is accompanied by an audio CD of the spectrum of British black gospel.

BET PLANS UK CHRISTIAN PROGRAMMING EXPANSION

UK-produced Black Entertainment Television (BET) TV shows could soon be a reality as BET begins consolidation of its broadcast programming in the UK. BET is America’s most popular black Television Network.

A kick-off meeting has been scheduled to coincide with a media presentation screening and launch of 'A Celebration of Gospel' on 5th February, at Odeon West End, Leicester Square, London


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PRINCESS MELODICAAH is a new face of UK Gospel - - Rapper/ Singer/ Songwriter

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CADET: REALISE...

This one's getting a whole lot of love on the underground - New video from Cadet, following on from his 2007 debut EP.

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  1. Hey Andrea!!

    You're too kind. Got your email as well.

    Will try and call you in the next few days to get the ball rolling.

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    As regards your presence on this site: LOOOOONG over due!!

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    You can also check out the blog for more frequent updates!

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    Speak in the next few days...

  2. Hi Yinka

    Soooooo good to see you and Muyiwa and meet Nage at Premier Gospel last Wed. So glad you guys are representing. Someone just called me for info about the 'gospel scene in London' so you know I need to put a UKgospel banner on my site... and I've got to have a presence on yours... so let's stop talking about it and do it yeah? lolol! Coffee, Southbank Centre? Soon? So much to share. Who said UK Gospel is dead? I can't get my head around all the stuff that is happening. Well done for pulling it together on these pages... and there is still more.

    Much love

    Andrea

  3. Hello and welcome, George! Hope you like what you see!

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    For more on the UK scene check out the UKGospel.com Blog and to get the music check out www.UKGShop.com

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    Let me know what you think...

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    Yinka

  4. Your audio delivery is TIGHT!! OMG! I was blown away. I was delighted to hear the plethora of information you were able to deliver and I was quite entertained by your personality. I have been looking for a sight that would inform me about what is hapening in the UK Gosple community. Good Stuff!

  5. Yinkus, so happy 2 c u living out ur passion in God. U've always been a swell DJ! I rejoice with u!!

  6. Happy New Year everyone.

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    You've been absolutely *awesome* in your support of the UKGospel.com project throughout 2009.

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    I'm just one guy trying to support the fantastic work I see going on around me....

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    Your response and encouragement STILL bowls me over!!

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    On behalf of the UKGospel.com Team, thank you, thank you, thank you again!

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    Yinka

  7. Hiya Faith, Thanks for the message. I left a message here for someone from Victoria's team to get in touch a while ago. If you're in touch with them can you ask them to send me an email to info@ukgospel.com. Thanks!

  8. Peeps, I love the highlights about Victoria. Coincidentally, I saw her sing live at Rapture hosted by Angie Le Mar a few weeks ago. She is indeed amazing. Unfortunately and surprisingly, I don't think UK Gospel appreciate people that are not rappers that much. God bless.

  9. LOL!! I love this campaign from Victoria Adexa's camp! Nice one, guys! :-) Can you get her management to email me at info@ukgospel.com with 'Victoria A' in the subject line, pls..? Thanks in advance!

  10. Hello Sir,

    When will we be hearing more on that artist the lady below mentioned? I also heard Victoria Adexa singing at the London Youth on the Front Line 09. That lady and her band were on FIRE!!!!!!!! You NEED to feature this one!!! Peace

  11. Hi, what a great web site. very proud of princess melodicaah. keep the good work ukgospel.com.

  12. Hello UK Gospel.com,

    I must say I am very impressed with your site! Well done. The only thing is I would like to see you feature an amazing artist I discovered recently. ...Victoria Adexa, I dont know if you have heard about her before, simply amazing! She brings a unique jazz element to the UK gospel scene. It would be nice to have a little info on her on your site. Blessings

  13. The artists I was talking about was Princess Melodicaah...wow

  14. This artist is so fresh...I saw her perform at a recent gospel event and she was so different. The mixture of Hip Life and R&B i gospel...look out for her

  15. Sorry for the delay, bro. Check your inbox. You've got mail....

  16. Hello bro.Yinka,

    I did send you the email as you said to the email you gave me as I have not heard anything I'm just wondering if you received it?

  17. Message in your inbox. Sorry for delay...

  18. ok, thnx uncle yinka. so am i to get a message in my e-mail inbox?

  19. I will thanks bro. Yinka

  20. Hi Elisha,

    Thanks for your post. You can reach me at info@ukgospel.com

  21. Bro. Yinka, can I post our music video from the album 'Judgement Day' here as well?

  22. Hey,Glory be to God for your life bro. Yinka, I have just discovered this website yesterday. Praise God! We would like an advert space to promote our CD album.

  23. This is the link to my Facebook page

  24. @ Princess Melodicaah what's your website/Facebook/MySpace address...?

  25. uk contempory afro beats gospel artist lolooking for platforms to perform material...any help please.

  26. Hey Lashae. I apologise. That was my fault. I've passed your request on to Leanna

  27. hello, i messaged leanne on the 'contact us' box and i haven't gotten a reply. am i doing something wrong?

  28. Hey Liz! Thanks so much for your message. I REALLY appreciate the support!

  29. Thanks, Janice! Look forward to it! LOOL @ knowing what I look like!

  30. Uncle Yinka!

    I finally know what you look like! LOL Putting something in the post for you this week. Bless! Janice

  31. Well done Yinka for keeping the flag waving for UKGospel Music. I will be getting a definitely be getting a copy of 'Sons of Light@ Keep up the good work... high quality professionally produced music which as you state is up there in the same quality of mainstream music

  32. Xn drummer looking to start up a gospel reggae band to spread the message of Jesus Christ. R u up for it? Den call me and let's get the party started. 07745060494

  33. Really love the site! Keep updating us :--)

  34. Thanks - See you there

    @Cosmic06

  35. Hi Claud. I'm on Twitter. Find me at http://twitter.com/ukgospel

  36. Those UK Gospel have a twitter account?

  37. You're very welcome. Thank you so much for the support! Much appreciated!

  38. Yinka ! You are just too much. Thanks for the seminar of today on Radio presentation

    Thanks Thanks thanks

  39. Yinka, work hard. Oh yes and work hard..nuff said

  40. Hey Paul! Haven't got your email add. Email me at info AT ukgospel dot com

  41. Yinka, please contact me! You have my email address? Paul

  42. @ Mel: always good to have you back, sir...

    @ Andrea: sorry for delay in response. Will be in touch soon - promise! (",)

  43. Hey Yinka, It's about time I took another trip to your site....lots of info and downloads. Thanks

  44. This site is looking super! Thanks for keeping the webface of UK gospel alive and fresh! Thanks for the promotional platform that we couldn't pay you enough for. Which reminds me that I need to buy some advert space from you.... please send me rates. Oh yeah... did we ever meet up? I don't think so. Coffee on you.

  45. @ Tayme Tee: thanks for the compliment on the photo. Not one of my better ones (it's slightly out of focus), but it will do for now... :-)

  46. @ Karl: keep keeping on, sir. Privilege to support!

    @ Quadosh: thanks for stopping by. Can't wait for Tryumf's 777 too! Gonna be BIG!!!

    @ Lanre: good to see you here! LOL @ cause you can!

  47. @ OJ: thanks, Sweetie..

    @ Shabazz: just started work on it, General. Will let you know.

    @ Dave P: thanks for stopping by! UGN forever, sir!

  48. listening in from work....

    site's looking good

  49. General Yinka,

    How you doing sir? Thanks for the Uprise feature. Very Big!

    Have you placed the interview online yet mate?

  50. BIG UP UKG..Just drop to say, plus to add my radio station..LOL

    One has to try

  51. thanks for the support man! thanks again

  52. I can't wait for Tryumf's 777 to be out. I've heared some tracks and i'm ready for the fire! oooohhh weeee! :) Big ups to UKGospel.com

  53. just signing in.... just cos I CAN!! lol!

  54. liking the Pic sir!!!

    Well done :-)

  55. @ Jo: Fantastic to see you here!! Thanks for stopping by!

    @ Roger: thank you sir, we're trying to represent properly by recording and reporting the great work that people like you do...

    Much appreciated!

  56. its been a while, but I'm back checking your site, & whats on & where!!! x

  57. Great site!

  58. Hey Dave!

    Same as usual, bro... Just working hard...

    How are ya?

  59. What's up bro, how's the world of UK Gospel?

  60. Hey Phillp!

    Thanks for stopping by!

    Much appreciated, sir...

  61. This site is a lovely initiative. Keep up the good work

  62. No prob, CM!

    Speak soon!

  63. Hi Yinka! CM here....soooo much info man its great to have a centralised place for gospel news right here in the UK...I've got a few questions for ya so you'll be hearing from me soon :o)

    Keep up the good work!

    CM

  64. Yes, Michael!

    I was waiting on you, man! Bell me, and let's make it happen!

  65. Yes Uncle Yinka!

    I've definitely warmed up to v1.5 now!

    I'm loving the content and layout even more so!

    When are we hooking up! February has come and nearly gone!

    Speak soon

  66. Thanks, Guvna! Speak soon, bro...

  67. Thanks everyone. Appreciate the support. Yinka will phone you tonight.

  68. I Like It.

    Looks Good.

  69. You're very welcome.

    All done. Have a look and let me know what you think.

  70. I've sent the details to you Sir.

    Thanks so much for your generosity.

  71. My goodness, where do I start?? THANKS, people!!

    Lisa: I don't hear from you for a while, and then you come by I write an essay. I love you! (",)

    Andrea: we need to bring your decades-old service to the industry to a new generation - I feel an interview coming on...

    Rach OK: you just keep doing your thing, girl. I got your back from back in the day. Ain't stopping now

    Maya: you KNOW it's all love, sweerie.

    Juliet: when (not if) our industry fully engages with the mainstream at an industry level, it'll be down - at least in part - to your tireless effort

    Dave P: UGN forever, sir!

    DJ Yemi: you've always been there for me since we hooked up. Thank you, Uncle!!

    MRI: send me that banner so I can stick it on the site, man!! LOL!

    Lanre: when's the next GK Real album??? You lot are keeping us waiting!

    Henry: thanks for your support, sir!! Much appreciated!!

    Karl: thank God O!! Album go soon drop!!

    Mel: thanks for stopping by, sir!!! Great to have your comments!

    Antony: good to see you here! Still not sure about the picture, though!! (",)

  72. I realise it's been waaaay too long Yinks,too bogged down by the 24/7 I guess, so please accept my awkward apologies for the late shout out. As for YOU - you're unstoppable!! I was on here lurking the other day n i thought, must drop u a line to thank you for believing in the UK Gospel voice to inspire such a HUGE output. This site alone is ALOT. People need to remember this is YEARS in the making and now we're soo blessed by the upgrade. (Haha months go by without a word and now I write an essay in your comments box lol!!)

    I don't know how you do it. No, in fact I DO know how you do it lol!! I'm encouraged and will try not to be a stranger, one of these days I'm gonna be back on it. Well done bro, you and all these artists I'm listening to in this mixtape is PROPER stirring me...its deep! I need to get back ON IT LOL!! Bless you and all yours! Lisa x

  73. Great stuff Yinka and George. This site is all I need to bring me up to date with all the fresh artists in UK gospel. I'll make it a favourite!

  74. All ways moving onwards and upwards for the Lord! God bless ya Uncle Yinka!!!

  75. Hi Yinka!

    Just had to stop by & leave a comment to let you know how much I'm loving the new look of your great site ...keep up the God work ;0)

    You know I love you most, not because of your talent or skills, but because of your beautiful, big servant heart!!! (Yes, let the whole world know! lol...)

    Stay blessed & a blessing bro,

    Nuff respect & much love always...

    Maya

  76. This is an excellent version of your impeccable work. If this site symbolises the effort we need to make and the success we can achieve - then our future is BRIGHT The value goes way beyond money. A genuine building block in the UK Gospel Industry. I loook forward to contributing and consuming!

    Juliet Fletcher - GreenTree/Gospel Grand Summit

  77. Well bro, you have done it at last. You know God has been really good to you on this awesome project. I hope people come to understand the work that has gone into UKG, and the respect you have for UK Gospel music and media. I pray that God will continue to bless my good friend, you have made another great mark for us all. Keep up the good work man of God, both you and your family.

    Dave P

    Choice Fm & Colouful Radio

    Urban Gospel Network

  78. Uncle..this one is so so nice oh....well done sir..as usual..everything you run and do is excellent.

  79. This is a good look!

    Great Job Sir.

    God Bless.

  80. i love it!!!!! hehehehehe... weelll i was a bit late on this. Saw your FB status and thought i better check this out! welldone brov, you keep inspiring us to be more and do more...

  81. WOW The site looks fantastic!!! well done very 2009 and good to no you have a picture there....lol lol even if you didn't want it at least its so small i had to get a magnifying glass

  82. Your workrate is unbelievable Sir, I can only applaud and be inspired with the stuff you're doing! Love the new layout and you know already what I think of your audio :D will speak soon Uncle, God bless you and your family for your hard work!

  83. MR UK GOSPEL DOES IT AGAIN. A REAL LEADER!

  84. you are a true legend godfather! I love this and the fact that you keep going and upgrading inspires me!

    Karl Nova has spoken

  85. Hey Yinka, Love the new site. I'm glad you put your pic...it's good to put a face to the name. Here's to even greater things for 2009. BLESS!!

  86. Hello Mrs UKG... Kiss and cuddles for you tonight...

    Hey Dieon: thanks for the feedback! LOL @ Quality Street! At least it sounds like you liked all the sweets UKG is serving up!

  87. Listening to the Artist Focus audio - SoL

  88. Cor Mr A, when I clicked in, thought I was in a tin of "Quality Streets", I didn't know which one to pick first!! :o)

    It looks 'clean' and 'exciting'. I Love the 'Latest News' section, great way to keep us 'current'...it will definitely Carpe diem (my)!

  89. Thanks for the comments people - keep 'em coming.

    Now that the site is live, tell me what you want, and I might just be able to make it happen for ya!

  90. THIS IS LARGE! The UKG machine Never fails to impress me man, the audio is serious, all them drops from all those people!! UKG FOREVER!!! That logo is printed in the minds of THOUSANDS! God bless you!

  91. I like it! Very clean look to it all, plus hitting various form of media (video, audio, text etc). AND works on iPod Touch (except the flash bits, but that's Apples fault ,not yours)

  92. I am loving this and highly anticipating the developmental stages..at the risk of sounding cliche, I say Keep it up bruv...

  93. Updating UKGospel.com and curious as to how people will respond to it....

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