24 Apr 2017
Standout performances came from Volney Morgan & New Ye, Nadine Marshall, Rachel Kerr, Becca Folkes and Andrew Bello. It was a night for the history books too as legendary groups The Jordan Family and G Force took to the stage for their first performances in years.
The winners were chosen by a panel of industry experts, but two categories were chosen by Premier Gospel listeners; the Best Newcomer award by popular vote on the Premier Gospel website was presented to Purist Ogboi and the Best International award went to Travis Greene. Travis was unable to make the event due to touring commitments but sent us this video.
Sarah Teibo took home the much loved Best Album award, while Lurine Cato took home Best Female. Noel Robinson was your Best Male and Zoe Grace were chuffed to win Best Group just after their incredible performance. In what was his first eve award, Leke took home Best Song for his breakthrough hit Unstoppable.
Check out the full list of winners below along with a recap video of the night.
Best Album: Sarah Teibo
Best Male: Noel Robinson
Best Female: Lurine Cato
Best Song: Leke - Unstoppable
Best Group: Zoe Grace
Choir Of The Year: Volney Morgan & New Ye
Best Newcomer: Purist Ogboi
Best International: Travis Greene
Best Video: Bobby Bovell
The best of gospel music was celebrated at the Premier Gospel Awards 2017 in London on Saturday night. Nearly a 1000 attended the event hosted by Lady T & The Compozers, where your favourite Gospel artists where presented with the prestigious gold framed vinyl award.