Kingstown, St. Vincent – St. Vincent and the Grenadines will be powerfully represented at this year’s ARISE Gospel Music Festival, taking place April 19th and 20th in Tobago. Gospel artists Andrez Music and Ken-I, alongside the electrifying Kingdom Grooves Band, will take the stage for a vibrant musical showcase themed “Vincy Meets Tobago.”
This 30-minute segment promises to deliver an unforgettable blend of Caribbean praise, worship, and cultural connection. With a mix of modern gospel, soca rhythms, and deep spiritual expression, the audience will experience the best of what Vincy gospel music has to offer.
Kingdom Grooves Band features some of SVG’s finest young musicians:
• Joshua Lewis – Drummer
• Rodley Haynes – Keyboardist
• Jonathan Cruickshank – Guitarist
• Akil Augustus – Bassist
• Khiomal Cruickshank – Keyboardist
Backing Andrez Music and Ken-I are powerhouse vocalists:
• Turphanie Bascombe
• Abeni Richards
• Keni-G Music
• Jewel Cruickshank
The team’s creative presentation will be curated by Zonecia Daniel, Show Content Manager.
ARISE is one of the Caribbean’s premier gospel music festivals, drawing artists and audiences from around the region. Representing SVG on such a platform is both an honor and a powerful opportunity to showcase the nation’s gospel talent to the world.
“Our mission is not just to perform but to minister and represent the spirit of St. Vincent with excellence,” said Andrez Music.
Special Thanks
The team extends special thanks to their Platinum Sponsor, the SVG Tourism Authority, whose support has made this journey possible.
Gratitude is also extended to our Title Sponsors:
• Lavue Boutique Hotel
Their generous contributions are helping to elevate SVG’s presence on the regional gospel stage
Follow Andrez Music and Ken-I on or any of the kingdom grooves band members social media for exclusive updates and behind-the-scenes coverage for ARISE 2025