Gospel Highlights

J.E. Jones, a former Def Jam A&R executive, is ready to step from the wings to center stage on July 20 with the release of his first solo gospel CD, Fire, a blend of Hip Hop and R&B-flavored gospel beats on his own Ultimate Entertainment label.

 Fire is an 11-song collection inspired by J.E.'s personal struggles but pointing to a message of hope for a lost generation. The project boasts songs such as "It's Your Life," "No More Fighting In Me" and the first radio single "The Turnaround." Not only is the project a reflection on J.E.'s life, but also an extension of his ministry. 

J.E. Jones began his career as an intern at Uptown Records where he was mentored by  Uptown founder Andre Harrell and Uptown colleague, Sean "Puffy" Combs. He swiftly moved from the basement to the boardroom as an A&R Vice President. He eventually became executive producer on the motion picture soundtracks Nutty Professor and Rush Hour. After attending a church service with his aunt, Jones became a Christian. "When I got saved I became serious about ministry," says J.E.  "I kept writing and producing and serving as a music industry consultant, but ministry became my focus."


Following that direction, J.E. founded Ultimate Entertainment, a record label that combines his love of music with his passion for the Gospel.  It is the goal of the label to reach an unchurched generation with the revelation of a true relationship with the Lord. The debut release from Ultimate Entertainment was the top-selling project Bishop Eddie Long & Friends The Kingdom Vol. 1.