Sounds of IMANI is a contemporary gospel vocal/music group which began ministering in 1996, overcoming many difficult circumstances and challenges. IMANI is an African word meaning faith and this group lives up to its name. Their musical harmony has touched the hearts of many bringing healing, joy and inspiration to listeners of all ages. Gerald and Carol Ervin, along with their backup band and background vocalist, minister with a powerful sound that ushers in the anointing of the Holy Spirit. They enjoy using their God-given talent in music to tear down bondages and strongholds that the enemy uses to keep people bound. Over the years, Sounds of IMANI has ministered at the Anointed Faces Gospel Coffee House, NCCJ National Walk For Justice, American Cancer Society's "Relay For Life", 4th Fridays, the Michigan State Fair, African American Music Festival, Rib N'Soul Festival, Northwestern High School's Annual Soul Day Extravaganza, Faith Festival, Farmer Jack Motor City PraiseFest, The Parade Company, ABLA Reunion in Chicago, IL; shelters, correctional facilities and many other venues throughout Metro Detroit & abroad. They've also made recent appearances on local WDIV TV4 in Detroit and WDWO Cable TV.
This group is versatile in various facets of contemporary gospel music including gospel-jazz, gospel r/b, urban gospel; as well as, traditional gospel, praise and worship, & prophetic praise. Their latest cd release is entitled "Revelation" which features the most requested songs "Everybody", "Thank You", "He Cares For Me", "Fly Away", and the title cut "Revelation". A new cd project is expected for release soon! Pastors Gerald & Carol Ervin have been faithfully serving in various facets of ministry, respectively, for over 27 years. They are currently the pastors of Acclaim Ministries International located at 13333 E. Warren in Detroit; and affiliated with the World Harvest Ministerial Fellowship in Columbus, OH under Pastor Rod Parsley.
SOUNDS OF IMANI is available for gospel concerts, conferences, special events, coffee houses, festivals, fine dining facilities, gospel cafes, showcases, weddings, etc.
