A Soundtrack for the Spirit: High Praise for YV MINISTRY VOL. 2

“With a sound similar to that of a gospel version of Boyz II Men and Khalid, Glory and Honor is the vessel to connect to one's spirituality. Music has always been, and always will be, an excellent tool to do so, and YV Ministry uses that God-given tool to spread God's Love."

—Louder Than Music

YV Ministry returns with YV Ministry Vol. 2, a powerful follow-up to their debut that delivers both sonic excellence and spiritual depth. From the opening notes, it’s clear that this isn’t just an album—it’s a calling. With standout tracks like “Glory and Honor” and “Scales,” Kelley Nicole and C-Aye offer a soul-stirring blend of contemporary R&B, worship, and gospel that’s both genre-defying and deeply reverent. “Glory and Honor,” featuring the powerful voice of Trey McLaughlin, has already drawn comparisons to a gospel take on Boyz II Men or Khalid, praised for its beauty, authenticity, and emotional pull. “Scales,” in turn, explores the balancing act of faith and feeling with raw honesty and musical finesse.

What makes this project especially compelling is the way it was born—encouraged by their pastor, and nurtured in live church performances where unfinished songs were shaped in real time before a community of believers. That process added a layer of spiritual urgency and connection that you can feel in every track. As husband-and-wife artists, Kelley and C-Aye bring complementary strengths to their music—her deep emotional storytelling and performance energy, his technical mastery in production and arrangement—resulting in songs that invite listeners into something more than a moment; they create a space for encounter.

That same spirit of invitation extends beyond the studio. Through their ministry, live concerts, workshops, and Song Exchange sessions, YV (short for “Yielded Vessels”) endeavors to train and equip fellow musicians and artisans in the preparation and excellent delivery of Kingdom-centered music, with the ultimate purpose of creating more spaces for all people to experience and surrender to authentic praise & worship. YV is cultivating a creative sanctuary—especially for young artists and musicians seeking purpose and praise through their craft. Whether mentoring children in artistic confidence or building spaces of collective worship, YV Ministry is proof that music, when yielded to something greater, becomes a force for healing, joy, and deep connection to God.

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"Glory and Honor is unlike any other Christian song out there. Be sure to give it a listen."

 —TheIndieSource

"Glory and Honor is an R&B style Worship song featuring Trey McLaughlin, the impassioned vocalist who recognizes the beauty of, and fusing together, an eclectic mix of musical genres for all those who encounter his artistry." 

—Indie-Music.com

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