J Ross is a South African gospel singer, songwriter, worship leader and music producer from Pimville, Soweto. Discover music and stories of renewal for a new generation.
J Ross is the stage name of Jamela John Ross Vuma, a South African gospel singer, songwriter, worship leader and music producer. Born in Pimville, Soweto, he grew up surrounded by music and began creating it as a child.
His journey has taken him from recording studios and television soundtracks to church platforms and township stages. Today, his work brings together worship, storytelling and a heart for young people.
Honours across music, film and television in South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States.
USAWinner · 2020
Texas Gospel Music of Excellence Awards
UKWinner · 2020
Gospel Touch Music Awards
SAWinner · 2021
SAFTA
Best Original Score for a TV Drama
USANominee
Prayze Factor Awards
USANominee
SMG Indie Awards
USANominee
Texas Gospel Music of Excellence Awards
SANominee · 2013
Metro FM Music Awards
Best R&B Album · All the Way
SANominee · 2008
South African Music Awards
Song of the Year · Sgonondo, Amadragon
SANominee · 2020 & 2015
SAFTA
SANominee
Metro FM Music Awards
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