Kevin Downswell

Kevin Downswell was born on July 24, 1981, in Westmoreland, Jamaica, and has built a career as a gospel recording artist, ordained evangelist, and worship leader. He first came to national attention when he won the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s Gospel Song Competition in 2003. That victory launched a ministry that would take him far beyond his home island.

Downswell is the head of Kevin Downswell Ministries and holds a Doctorate of Sacred Music from Door of Favor Theological Seminary in New York. As CEO of Downswell Records, he focuses on mentoring emerging ministers and artists. His international ministry has taken him to perform in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, and several African nations. He also leads the Realignment Initiative, a mission dedicated to mentoring and restoring abused children.

His recorded work includes albums such as “Close to You,” “The Search Continues,” “All the Way,” and “Grace,” as well as songs like “You Make Me Stronger,” “Carry Me,” and “Midnight to Victory.” The track “Naah Bow,” recorded with DJ Nicholas and Jermaine Edwards, earned him the 2006 Marlin Award for Best Reggae Recording of the Year. At the Sterling Gospel Music Awards, his album “All the Way” won Album of the Year in 2017, while “Carry Me” was recognized as Local Hit of the Year and Local Hit Producer of the Year in both 2021 and 2025.

In recognition of his contributions to music and ministry, the Government of Jamaica awarded him the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer. Through his recordings, pastoral work, and outreach efforts, Kevin Downswell continues to serve as a voice in gospel music and a mentor to the next generation.