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Young Men 4 Christ Release Fifth Album 'Kept Through It All: Live in Detroit'

Detroit-based gospel quartet Young Men 4 Christ released their fifth album, "Kept Through It All: Live in Detroit," on September 4, 2026. The project was recorded live in Detroit and produced by Anthony Stanford and Frank McGee III. The album features guest appearances from Keisha Lockett, Nate Martin, and Lil' Harry.

Young Men 4 Christ Release Fifth Album 'Kept Through It All: Live in Detroit'
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Detroit-based gospel quartet Young Men 4 Christ released their fifth album, "Kept Through It All: Live in Detroit," on September 4, 2026.

The project was recorded live in Detroit and produced by Anthony Stanford and Frank McGee III. The group chose the city as the recording location to capture an authentic, high-energy worship experience that reflected their testimony.

The album features eleven tracks, including three notable collaborations: "Wait on Jesus" featuring Keisha Lockett, "Put Your Trust in Jesus" featuring Nate Martin, and "He's a Wonder" featuring Lil' Harry.

The group, established in 2012, consists of Frank McGee III, Eric Johnson Sr., Frank Lance McGee Jr., Min. Eric Johnson Jr., Eld. Deveon Gross, Cordell Nelson, and Antwan Alexander. They said the album was designed to encourage listeners and reflect God's faithfulness through different seasons of life.

Prior to the full release, the group issued the track "It Won't Be Long (Live)" in March 2026 as a preview of the project.

Young Men 4 Christ won the Stellar Award for Quartet of the Year in 2021 and have received recognition from the Rhythm of Gospel and the Texas Gospel Music Excellence awards. The new album marks their most ambitious live recording to date.

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