Gospel Rhythms - Turning Gospel...upside down

Divinity inspired the orchestration of this dynamic and powerful trio, dubbed Sons of the Prophet (SOP). The convergence of Sean Lypher, Shaun Remekie and Damoi Simpson could only have been skillfully crafted by a miracle as being neighbors who once expressed indifference towards each other, and another who was well on his way to pursuing his calling in another ministry, who would have guessed that such a combination would have been possible.

One faithful evening in 2002- after God in his omniscience had already carefully formed Lypher’s and Remekie’s friendship using their mutual love for Hip Hop; and also vacated Damoi’s previous commitments- God knighted them Sons of the Prophet. As children they humbly sought the Father, asking him to reveal and remove any pride and short comings from their lives. Little did they know that God would use this desire as the foundation of their ministry.

In their own lexis they expressed “We prayed and gave the beats to the Lord to sanctify” thus SOP in moving according to the will of God, wrote and performed any and everywhere they could. One such place, and for them “the first form of exposure”, came at a church camp at the Open Bible Church. As they grew in maturity their audience, primarily ..teeny boppers’, saw them graduate from lyrics such as "I got the Holy tool, ya'll know that’s my Bible, Ten shots from that it be the Gospel rifle...” to their break out hit “My God”, released on the Spirit Scription Album (2006) produced by Dale ..Dr. Dizzle.. Virgo. “My God”, quickly became an anthem making these young men the talk of the Christian community.

The new found acknowledgement soon birthed the realization that they were indeed Jamaicans. Admired as one of the best tracks on the Spirit Scription album, “My God” which candidly speaks of SOP’s pride in serving God, was destined for great acceptance as it stimulated a clean yet explosive side to the genre with tastefully contemporary lyrics captivating the minds of Christians and non-Christians alike. Alliances with local and international gospel artistes included the smashing single Jesus I Love You with J.A.I on his debut album Best friend, Realize with St. Matthew on his album Armageddon, Hallelujah with Minister Blessed on his debut Purpose, Jesus You’re Worthy with Canadian Gospel sensation Jermaine Cowan, and Be Ok with Monique Spence another Canadian gospel sensation. With a desire to have their ministry showcased on a wider spectrum in the gospel arena, SOP have been privileged to share stage with some of Jamaica’s best in Gospel music these include Dj. Nicholas , Prodigal Son, Moses, Jermaine Edwards, J.A.I, Katalys Crew, Kerron Ennis, St. Matthew, Perpetual Praise, Chosen Vessel, Mr. Gallimore, and Garfield Reid among others.