You’re Invited: A Special Live Podcast Celebrating Windrush’s Gospel Legacy
Sunday 22nd June | 3PM – 8PM
(Live Streamed Event on AffinityXtra YouTube Channel)
Join Roger Moore and Kevin Tomlin – the Black Music Historian – for a powerful live-streamed episode of “The Edge” Podcast, powered by Affinity Xtra in proud partnership with “ReCounted…” by Gospel Link 360 CIC.
Featuring:
Highgate Gospel Choir
Sing For Your Soul Choir (GRP)
David Copeland
Dr Dulcie Dixon-McKenzie (CBT)
Dr Charmin Elliott
& Others
This special edition celebrates the musical and cultural impact of the Windrush Generation on Gospel and popular music in the West Midlands and beyond. From deep-rooted congregational harmonies to performance-driven revival sounds, we’ll explore how this generation reshaped the sound and soul of a nation.
Expect:
• In-depth interviews with key figures sharing lived experiences
• Live features from Highgate Gospel Choir and Gospel Revived Projects’ “Sing For Your Soul”
• The official launch of new recordings capturing the essence of Windrush-era Gospel expression
Be part of this moment of reflection, celebration, and cultural pride.
Tune in on Saturday 22nd June from 3PM – 8PM via Affinity Xtra Stay updated on all Affinity Xtra socials for the live link and exclusive previews.
Partners:
Gospel Revisted Project
Centre of Black Theology
Highgate Gospel Choir