She Is… Audia Spencer-Brown (The Psalmist) - International Women's Day 2025 Feature

In honour of International Women’s Day, Noble Media Network has partnered with With A Purpose International’s "She Is" Initiative to highlight 8 women who inspire us to have bold faith. The "She Is" Initiative celebrates women who lead with authenticity and confidence as they walk in their purpose.

With a voice that stirs the soul, Audia Spencer-Brown, known as The Psalmist, is one of Jamaica’s most powerful young voices in gospel music. More than just a singer, she is an ‘agent of change’, using her music, writing, and even fashion to inspire the next generation to reconnect with their faith and The Lord.

Since the release of her debut single, “Forever Grateful” in 2019, Audia has solidified her place as one of the most influential gospel artistes in Jamaica today. Her music is more than just a sound—it’s a movement, a call to worship, and a reminder that faith is alive and relevant.

She is especially passionate about reaching today’s youth, encouraging them to embrace their faith boldly, without fear of judgment or compromise.

Impact in Gospel Music

Audia has become a sought-after minister in the gospel scene, gracing major concert stages across Jamaica. Some of her recent appearances include: Genesis Praise Fest 2025, a premier gospel event showcasing the island’s leading worshippers, Audience of One, a high-energy, spirit-filled gathering of worshippers and the Women Ignite Success Summit, a movement and conference launched to empower women in various spheres of life from entrepreneurship to faith and relationships.

Audia's impact was further recognized in 2024, when she was awarded Breakout Sensation of the Year at the Sterling Awards, one of Jamaica’s most prestigious gospel music honours. This milestone cemented her status as a force to be reckoned with in the industry.

An Agent of Change

With every song, Audia delivers powerful messages to lead believers into true worship. Her latest single, “It’s Your Time,” is an anthem of hope and breakthrough, reminding listeners that God’s promises never fail and calling upon The Lord to move in the life of the believer.

She sings, “It’s Your time, Jesus, to shine. Make it all okay in my life…You never fail to show Yourself in many ways, even in my darkest moments when I have gone astray.”

Audia Spencer-Brown is more than a vocalist—she is indeed a voice for the generation, and a woman determined to make God proud. And as her journey unfolds, one thing remains certain; The Psalmist is just getting started.

A Closer Look w/ Audia Spencer-Brown

Your music carries such a strong message. What first inspired you to pursue gospel music and how did you know it was your calling? 

AUDIA: At birth, the doctors gave me a less than 20% chance of living. Before I spoke my first word, I sang my first note. My entire life and survival is founded on my faith and resilient belief that God is the one who gave me life and He gave me the gift of singing to influence any and everyone to keep pushing. When I look at the world we’re living in, it inspires me to never stop.

You’ve mentioned that you want to be an “agent of change.” How do you see yourself influencing the youth of today through your music and message?

AUDIA: We know that there are a lot of influences out there that consistently model sin in an enticing way. To the point where we no longer count the cost of living a sinful life. For years, the gospel has been available but people always count church hurt and religiosity as the reason to not serve God.

To be an agent of change, for me, means to model imperfection, consecration and redemption. All of this must be communicated to the people around me whether through song, a social media post, the way I look and the way I treat others around me. Impact has to surpass the melody.

Faith and fashion aren’t often talked about together but you blend both so well. How do you use your personal style as a form of expression in your ministry?

AUDIA: As a petite female, there weren’t a lot of examples of Godly fashion. Everything always looked the same way and only certain styles best suit my body but they can also be offensive to the body of Christ, for example, a bodycon/close-fitting dress or skirt.

I had spent years figuring out my fashion sense and over time I found a way to use items like a jacket or a hat and other accessories to balance style and holiness. I want the consistency in the way I present myself to communicate to other young women that the best self-care is spiritual and physical and this accommodates balance that boosts confidence.

You were recently awarded “Breakout Sensation of the Year” at the Sterling Gospel Music Awards. What did that moment mean to you?

AUDIA: In all honesty, I didn’t expect to win. I felt like I didn’t do as much as I wanted to. But I think God in that moment affirmed me and validated me in a way that I am still unable to truly unpack.

In the little that I feel like I’m doing, with his grace it has a big impact. That award was not only given to me by The Sterling Awards but by God himself, affirming that It’s His time to shine in my life.

Your latest single, “It’s Your Time,” speaks to God moving in our lives. What inspired this song, and what message do you hope listeners take from it?

AUDIA: "It's Your Time" was written from a place of faith. I had no clue as to what would happen next in my life but I didn’t want to be sad about the uncertainty of the future. I wanted to communicate to the audience that we don’t have to beg God for mercy, we just have to value it enough to not waste it when it’s given.

I anticipated modeling uncertainty with grace. I got tired of crying about not being in control and when I celebrated the fact of knowing the one who hold tomorrow, everything changed and that’s what I want the listeners to receive when they listen to the song.

You’ve performed at some of the biggest gospel events in Jamaica. What has been your most memorable so far and why?

AUDIA: Years ago, I had the great opportunity of singing at King's House for the annual Heroes' Day ceremony. That moment was definitely one for the books because I was so nervous about singing before all of the important people in attendance and God gave me strategy to get out of my own head through this fact; He sent me there as a promise that the gift would take me before great men.

He wouldn’t give me a platform to embarrass me. I just had to fuel every note with the passion founded on my reason; Him.

What challenges have you faced in the gospel music industry since your debut, and how have you stayed grounded through it all?

AUDIA: My image has been a blessing and a curse. Because of my fashion sense and the fact that I wear makeup, when I just started, [at times in the industry] a lot of people wouldn’t call to book you unless you have an outfit on that reaches your ankle, is long-sleeved, and has a turtle neck. If they did call, they wanted to pay little or nothing.

The good, however, has definitely outweighed the bad because I’ve learnt to walk away gracefully because If I lash out and dishonour God, it can turn everything for me upside down. I have way too much to lose. Everyone has a blueprint for their lives. In the end, it is the life that I live that speaks for me.

What advice would you give young artistes who want to use their gifts for God but are unsure where to start?

My Advice is to start with your why, because if the foundation of your belief system is wrong then the gift is already polluted. The world has enough of that.

Spend time in His presence so that you’ll learn how to manage your emotions well before you manage a career. It is the grace of discipline and obedience that will make you undeniable. He takes you further when He knows he can trust you.

What’s next for The Psalmist? 

I have a lot of new music coming! I have decided to dedicate this year to launching my business Styled by Zena that will help young Christian women to look and feel amazing. The rest, I leave to Abba to spontaneously do. He opens the doors and I run right through them.

Connect with Audia Spencer-Brown on her social pages:

Website: https://audiaspencerminist.wixsite.com/my-site

Instagram: @the_psalmist_