Rock - John P. Kee and New Divine Destiny

For its debut release, New Divine Destiny made it a family affair. Be Ready showcases the rich production skills of renowned gospel artist John P. Kee and older brother Alphonza, who leads the talented 23-voice choir made up of members from the Charlotte, N.C.-based New Life Fellowship Center, where John Kee serves as pastor. In fact, New Divine Destiny is also known by the nickname "The Church Choir." On the traditional side, the disc features such tracks as "I Want to Be Like Him" and "If My People." Besides some minor musical overproduction, Be Ready also shines on is urban track. The title song is a funky groove featuring the jazzy vocals of labelmate Tonex. John P. Kee also gets a piece of the action on the praise jam "The Rock." New Divine Destiny also achieves excellence with its soulful ballads. The group's vocals serve as beautiful backdrops to such tracks as "Tell Me the Truth" and "Now Unto Him," which minister about the realness of God's love and power respectively. New Divine Destiny has made its presence known in the gospel music industry with this tremendous debut effort. Surrender By Vineyard Music Group/UK Reviewed by Margaret Feinberg