Jamaican gospel artist and ordained minister Kevin Downswell has characterized the upcoming year as a period for crafting new beginnings and expanding his spiritual outreach. In a recent exclusive interview, the acclaimed musician revealed how 2025 represents a transformative phase in his multifaceted ministry.
Downswell’s reflections come amid a remarkable year of achievements, most notably the spectacular success of his devotional book ‘Midnight to Victory.’ The 90-day spiritual guide rapidly ascended to bestseller status on Amazon, marking a significant expansion of his ministry beyond musical expression. ‘This represents ministry beyond the music,’ Downswell emphasized. ‘Witnessing how many lives it has already touched will forever remain a highlight of this year.’
The recognition of his contributions extended beyond literary accomplishments when, in October, Downswell was conferred with Jamaica’s prestigious Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer (OD) during the National Honours and Awards ceremony.
This weekend, the artist will bring his inspirational message to Sunrise, Florida, where he is scheduled to perform at the One Love Jamaica Rebuild Concert. The charitable event, hosted at the Faith Centre, will direct all proceeds toward hurricane relief efforts. Downswell expressed wholehearted commitment to the cause, stating: ‘Any opportunity to serve and bring hope to people who are hurting, I’m all in. When I learned about this initiative, my immediate response was: let’s make it happen.’
Concert attendees can anticipate an uplifting spiritual experience designed to fortify faith and celebrate Jamaican resilience. ‘I want people to leave feeling uplifted, lighter, and reminded that victory remains ahead through Christ’s love,’ Downswell shared regarding his planned performance.
Looking toward future creative endeavors, the minister confirmed new musical projects are currently in development. ‘God has been placing fresh sounds and messages on my heart,’ he disclosed. ‘We’re working toward releasing new work that speaks directly to our current season.’
His recent collaborative single ‘Bless Me,’ featuring PantaSon, has already made significant impact within the gospel community. Inspired by the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with God, the track has become an anthem since its release two months ago. The recording achieved an unprecedented milestone by featuring what Downswell described as ‘one of the biggest open verses,’ with nearly every gospel artist across Jamaica and the Caribbean contributing verses—a collaborative achievement never before witnessed in the regional gospel music scene.