NASSAU, BAHAMAS: Something historic has happened in Caribbean gospel music – and this is only the beginning.
Island Tribe Collective, the powerful new multi-island worship movement founded by Sherwin Gardner, is officially stepping onto the global stage with the upcoming release of “Living Proof“, a dynamic new anthem that represents far more than just music. It marks the birth of a new sound of Caribbean worship one built on unity, faith, excellence, culture, and Kingdom purpose.
For the first time ever, some of the Caribbean’s most respected and impactful voices came together in one room and on one recording to create something truly unprecedented.
The collective features a remarkable lineup including: Kevin Downswell (Jamaica) Internationally respected worship leader and one of the Caribbean’s most influential gospel voices. Sherwin Gardner (Trinidad & Tobago / Bahamas) Pioneering Caribbean gospel artist and international recording artist behind the global viral anthem “Find Me Here (Blessings Find Me)”, which has generated over 2.4 billion views across platforms Jaicko Lawrence (Barbados) Billboard-charting songwriter, producer, and artist known for his global writing and crossover impact. John Yarde (Barbados) Pastor, worship leader, and powerful voice of Caribbean worship. Marc Isaacs (Trinidad & Tobago) Gospel artist and worship leader known for his passionate ministry and rich Caribbean sound. Alyssa Joseph (Trinidad & Tobago) A dynamic young and vibrant voice representing the next generation of Caribbean gospel. Alicia Taylor (Jamaica) Pastor, songwriter, and powerful ministry voice with a strong presence in worship and Caribbean gospel music. Trish Smith-Bryan (Jamaica) A fresh and powerful voice helping shape the new sound of Caribbean gospel. Colyn Kristopher (Bahamas) Worship leader, gospel artist, vocal coach, and dynamic creative voice bringing depth and excellence to the collective.
And that is just the beginning
What makes Island Tribe Collective even more extraordinary is the breadth of Caribbean representation behind the movement. Artists, musicians, creatives, and worship leaders from across the region were represented in the
room, including voices and influence from:
St. Martin, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, the U.S. Virgin Islands, The Bahamas, Trinidad & Tobago, Barbados, Guyana, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, and more.
This is not simply a collaboration.
This is a m o v e m e n t .
Island Tribe Collective was born from a vision to bring the sound of the islands into the global worship conversation – not as a novelty, but as a legitimate, Spirit-filled, culturally rich expression of worship for the Church worldwide
“Living Proof” is more than a song.
It is a declaration.
A declaration that the Caribbean has a worship sound that belongs on the world stage.
A declaration that unity across islands is possible.
A declaration that God is raising up a generation of Caribbean voices who are not only gifted, but called
And “Living Proof” is only the first chapter.
Island Tribe Collective is already building beyond music with plans that include:
- More upcoming releases and collaborative worship songs
– Resources for churches and worship teams
– Artist development and mentorship for emerging Caribbean talent
– Elucational partnerships and creative development initiatives
– Strategic collaboration with 12:18 Collective - – A growing mission to empower the next generation of Caribbean worship artists, writers, musicians, and creatives
- – Plans to tour the Caribbean this year, bringing this sound and movement directly to the islands and
beyond
At its core, Island Tribe Collective exists to prove that the Caribbean is not behind it is ready.
Ready to lead.
Ready to create.
Ready to worship.
Ready to impact the world.
“Living Proof” is the sound of that future.
And if this first release is any indication, the world is about to hear something it has never heard before.
Island Tribe Collective
Many Islands. One Sound. One Worship.
