Keith Reed Jr. is a native of Columbus, Ohio. He is from a musical family and started in music at an early age singing and playing the piano. He is a graduate of The Fort Hayes School of the Performing Arts with a certificate of specialization in jazz piano. Keith also attended the Gospel Lighthouse School of Ministry. Keith currently serves as a worship leader for The Lord Jesus Christ Church (Columbus, Ohio) and United Faith International Church (Columbus, Ohio) . He served as the Minister of Music for Destiny Church International until 2020 of which he is still a member and serves as a worship leader under the pastorate of Pastor Teddy Cesar. Until February of 2025 he served as a lead worshiper at Christ of Calvary Ministries (Philadelphia PA).
Keith recently released The Pursuit Phase One featuring “If My People” a mid tempo contemporary song with a light 1990's throwback feel, and the worship song “Heart's Desire” with the jazzy harmonies that have become a signature for Keith Reed Jr. and New Sound of Worship. He was joined once again by Producer Michael Haywood. This release was inspired by the scripture James 4:8 “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you." Keith has also released We've Come To Worship and a live recording entitled True Worship. Keith's first venture into recording was the 1999 release The Single Experience. In 2018 the song All Hail The Power from the live recording earned Keith and New Sound of Worship a nomination for best small group performance at the Kingdom Image Awards.
Keith has become known as an educator and respected speaker in the area of worship leadership. In 2016 he established The New Beginning Worship Conference held annually. He also hosts a youtube series entitled 5 Minutes on Worship. Prior to launching his solo career Keith played keyboard, sang background, and wrote for many gospel artists. He is an accomplished songwriter. Keith has penned two gospel songbooks in addition to a 30 day devotional from the Psalms.
It is truly Keith's goal "to lead people into God's manifested presence!"
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