Byron Cage

Byron Cage is an African-American gospel recording artist.

Early years

Inspired by the singing of the late Rev. Donald Vails and Thomas Whitfield, Cage began singing gospel music as a teenager. He also served as music director for Greater Grace Temple in Detroit, Michigan. On April 15, 2011, Cage will be moving to The Bronx with others.

Musical career

1995-1996: Purpose

While signed to Atlanta International, Byron Cage & Purpose released two live recordings: Dwell Among Us in 1995, which featured "Dwell Among Us", "The Blood" and "The Glory Song" & Transparent in Your Presence in 1996, featuring "Forever I'll Worship", "He's There", and "God's Word. On both albums, Cage served as co-producer.

2003: Byron Cage (Live at New Birth Cathedral)

For his first recording with Gospocentric Records, and after having parted ways with Purpose, Byron Cage released his first solo LP Live at New Birth Cathedral with an accompanying DVD. His most celebrated work to date, Live showcases the production abilities of his labelmate Kurt Carr, as well as the writing ability of famed gospel vocalist Donnie McClurkin, on a track entitled "It Is To You."
The album's success garnered Cage five Stellar Award wins in 2004.

2005: An Invitation to Worship

On Byron's second release from Gospocentric, An Invitation to Worship he enlists the production of PAJAM, as evident on the track entitled "We Love You", which features J Moss, a prominent member of the production trio

. On the CD/DVD set, Cage has found tremendous comfort in his role as a renowned worship leader on church favorites: "I Will Bless the Lord", "He Reigns", and "Lift Him Up". An Invitation to Worship was nominated for three Stellar Awards and a Grammy in 2007.

2007: The Proclamation (Live At The Apollo)

Cage recorded a live CD/DVD entitled The Proclamation the legendary Apollo Theatre in New York City on April 26, 2007. The project featured special guests Kelly Price, Kim Burrell, & Dave Hollister and was produced by his An Invitation to Worship collaborators, PAJAM. The album was released on September 18 2007.

2009: Faithful To Believe

On Friday, March 13, 2009, Byron recorded his next album entitled Faithful to Believe live in Detroit. The album will feature special guests Tye Tribbett, Karen Clark Sheard, and Marvin Winans. Grammy Award winner and Israel Houghton's writing/producing partner Aaron Lindsey will handle the production. The album was released on October 27, 2009.

Personal life

On May 22 2004, Byron married pediatric dentist, Dr. Sonya Windham Cage, before 1,000 guests at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC.

Byron Cage serves a minister of music at Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church in Fort Washington, Maryland, under the

Discography

Albums

1995: Dwell Among Us
1996: Transparent in Your Presence
2003: Byron Cage: Live at New Birth Cathedral
2005: An Invitation to Worship
2007: Live At The Apollo: The Proclamation
2009: Faithful to Believe

DVDs

Byron Cage Live
An Invitation to Worship
Live At The Apollo: The Proclamation

Filmography

The Cosby Show

Signed Music Artists

Early years