HIS Voice, a deeply rooted inter-denominational Christian band, formed just over a year ago, was officially launched on Saturday, July 4, 2015, with an explosive concert that showcased some of the biggest names in gospel circles in Berbice.The 12- member group is filled with God- loving, talented musicians, lead vocalist and back-up singers who embrace a passion to follow Jesus Christ, offer worship to our Saviour, and deliver the message of Praise, Glory and Honour to Him through song.
His Voice is the brainchild of Loiden Henry and MonixHetemeyer, who , during a facebook chat exchange in 2014 ,reminisced on their previous performance with the now defunct “ Come Worship with us” gospel band .
Agreeing that there was no such movement in the Berbice area, and the lack of opportunities to exercise their ministry of worship music, away from a traditional church setting, they decided to explore the possibility of creating a band of their vision.
It took approximately three months after their initial conversation for a meeting to be organised and a decision was taken to form the band officially on March 27, 2014.
The name “HIS VOICE” was proposed by Loiden Henry, who explained that it was given him by the Holy Spirit, as he awaited direction. Their motto is: We Live to serve Yahweh! , while their mission statement: “To empower and build the kingdom of God through music, song, dance, unifying cultures and ultimately cultivating an atmosphere through which HIS VOICE can resound,”
Reflecting, the band’s co-founder and lead male vocalist noted that the group had experienced challenging times, like any new grouping, but with the wisdom of God they have survived.
Initially, rehearsals had to be shifted from buildings which housed non -government organisations to churches, until an approach to have a permanent home was made to, and accepted by Rev. Doreen Henry ,Senior Pastor of Grace Temple of God Church, located at Pope Street in New Amsterdam. Rev. Henry, also acts as spiritual adviser.
On Saturday, the His Voice Group will release its first original song, “Ebenezer, Hitherto hath the Lord Helped us,” during the expected rich praise and worship session, which will also be enabled by the locals Simeon Burnett, Alicia Steele, Abigail Daniels, Kaylon Bender, Ronette Waldron and the Praise Dance Academy..
Meanwhile, the members of the band are Loiden Henry (Co-Founder and Leader- Lead Male Vocalist); Monix Hetemeyer (Co-Founder- Assistant Leader and Female Lead Vocalist); Dr.Lionel Henry- (Treasurer – Brummer); Sheantta Henry (Secretary- Lead/Background Female Vocalist); Matthew Patterson (Male Bass/Alto Lead/Background Vocalist- Artistic Coordinator); Troyden Hinds, (Drummer/ Male band member uniform constructor); Joshua Greene (Bass guitar #2),Dexter Benjamin (Bass guitar #1- Musical mentor and adviser); Keyshawn Williams ,(Keyboard- Sound & Musical Equipment coordinator); TrivetteGrimmond (Drummer-Sound & Musical Equipment coordinator #2); Romanda Greene, (Female Lead Vocalist); Otaphia Brusch (Female Lead Vocalist- Lyrics Coordinator).
Since their formation, the group has performed at four concerts and at an international women’s conference.