Official Bio

Where there is no vision, the people perish for lack of true, unadulterated harmony. Vision is a group of young talented men who made a strong thunderous comeback to the gospel music scene. This group boasts of the some of the Bahamas' most talented male vocalists; their purpose is simply to spread the name of Christ through quality gospel music. Their personal mandate is to declare the Word of God to the world. The message is simple, a relationship with Jesus Christ provides the answer to every situation, crisis, controversy, heartache, sorrow, confusion, uncertainty, pain and hurt.

The group's featured vocalists are Andy 'Abes' Ferguson (Mr. Perfectionist) Lincoln 'Links' Bain (Mr. Sergeant at Arms), Kenyatta 'Shon' Taylor (Mr. Energetic) and Dave 'Poker' Taylor (Mr. Take Charge), all of whom have been involved in music from their childhood.

Their first hit single "All the Glory", released in 1995, combined a Latin flavor with Bahamian Junkanoo music that captured the hearts of Bahamians. In 1996 they won an amazing five Bahamian Gospel Music Marlin Awards for Outstanding New Artist, Outstanding Duo/Group, Outstanding Album Packaging, Outstanding Engineering Recording and Outstanding Song of the Year. The group's harmony definitely gained the affection and attention of many ears.

Vision avidly believes a man who puts his hand to the plough and looks back is unfit for the Kingdom of God, hence they are pressing toward the mark for the prize of the higher calling. At their churches they serve in different roles as psalmists, musicians and music ministers.

Their style has been influenced by contemporary icons such as Take 6, Commissioned, the Winans and local Bahamian legends, The Cooling Waters and The Gospel Visionaries. Vision has traveled throughout The Bahamas ministering in local churches, concerts, in schools and they have been involved in numerous community outreach programs. Th group has appeared in concerts featuring The Williams Brothers, Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Dottie Peoples, Byron Cage, and John P. Kee, and have ministered at conferences featuring international speakers Bishop T.D. Jakes, Dr. Myles Munroe and Bishop Neil Ellis.

In May of 2002, Vision launched its international ministry appearing two nights in Memphis Tennessee, ministering songs in acapella and rich Caribbean rhythms at "The Victorious Life Conference" hosted by The Spirit of Life Healing Wings International Church. This was just the beginning. In July of 2002, Vision returned to Memphis for a live interview and two performances on the local TBN station. From Memphis, the group traveled to Belo Horizonte, Brazil to release its self-titled single, featuring the songs "Brand New World" and "All I Need" from the group's upcoming album. In September 2002, the group continued to expand its international ministry making dynamic appearances at conferences in Paris, France and Dusseldorf, Germany. Vision closed out 2002 with an earth-shaking touch down in London, England. Both 2003 and 2004 brought more exciting opportunities for Vision to appear throughout the United States (including an appearance at the internationally renowned, "Apollo Theatre"), the Caribbean and Europe.

After releasing two singles "Brand New World" & "All I Need" locally in the Bahamas, the group captured two Caribbean Gospel Music Marlin Awards in 2004 for 'Contemporary Vocal Performance of the Year - Duo/Group' and 'Junkanoo/Rake and Scrape Vocal Performance of the Year'.

In August 2006, the group released its debut album, "Introspection", an unparalleled blend of musical styles fused with their trademark of silky smooth harmony and are now ready to take the seven continents by storm. Vision makes "real music" that transcends from heaven. Every ear ought to hear.

Exclusive Interview with GospelReggae.com

GR: Tell us about yourself, where were you born and grow up, what your family is like, etc...

Vision: "All born in The Bahamas, the group's featured vocalists are Andy 'Abes' Ferguson (Mr. Perfectionist) Lincoln 'Links' Bain (Mr. Sergeant at Arms), Kenyatta 'Shon' Taylor (Mr. Energetic) and Dave 'Poker' Taylor (Mr. Take Charge), all of whom have been involved in music from their childhood."


GR: What is the most valuable lesson that you learned from your Mom or Dad growing up that you still apply today?

Vision: "Putting God first in all we do"

GR: What do you have to say about (or to) artists that started off in the Christian industry (CBA) doing gospel music and now sing secular (mainstream) with a watered down, or ambiguous message?

Vision: "Be true to yourself and fulfill your purpose in God"

GR: What is your philosophy of stage ministry? Is there any one message that you always want to leave with your audience?

Vision: "While on stage, we want to deliver to our audience sound lyrics interwoven with quality music, but beyond this we always want to connect to each spirit and leave a deposit of 'good news'. The message we always want to leave with our audience is to find and fulfill your purpose for existence in God."

GR: What are the three things you enjoy most about touring? And least?

Vision: "The interaction with persons of different cultures, backgrounds and persuasions, exploring the things we have in common and learning the ways in which we and our environments differ."

GR: What is the best audience that you have ever played in front of?

Vision: "Brazilian Audience"

GR: What country would you tour (even if you didn't get paid to perfom)?

Vision: "South Africa"

GR: What goes through your mind before you go onstage at the average show?

Vision: "May self die and God arise through us."

GR: Do you prefer being in the studio or on the road??

Vision: "On the Road - This is what we live for!"

GR: If you could whisper in the ears of youths aspiring to start a music ministry like yours, what would you say?

Vision: "Find yourself, your style, your unique ministry and pursue it with all you've got."

GR: Why do you do music? What is your primary goal?

Vision: "To be instrumental in the expansion of God's kingdom on earth by encouraging the renewing of minds through ministering to the human spirit"

GR: Could you please give a message to the reggae fans that are reading this and would like to know more about your faith and who Jesus is to you?

Vision: "The message is simple; a relationship with Jesus Christ provides the answer to every situation, crisis, controversy, heartache, sorrow, confusion, uncertainty, pain and hurt. You've got to connect with him today."

Ministry

The group's 'vision' is "To become a world-class international music ministry declaring the good news of the kingdom of God to all people, in all places, under the authority of our Father"--VISION

Discography

Vision, Introspection
Various Artists, Boomshots! The Best of the Underground

Concerts

There are currently no upcoming events listed.

Contact / Booking:

Dave Taylor
PH: (242) 422-1919
Fax: (242) 327-3211

Official EMail:

vision@visionmi.com

Official Website:

www.visionmi.com

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