Born to the universe, Derrick C. Gillis, Jr., aka, XIIITH Disciple, from the womb of an actress, model, dancer, among other limitless abilities of a mother whom many would refer to as a genius, as well as the son of a brilliant, athletic father that would soon discard his business suits and vice-president position at a prestigious bank, to answer the call of the cross; it’s not a far-fetched notion that Derrick, Jr., aka, XIIITH Disciple, would trade a promising career in either basketball or football, for the Sword, (the name he often affectionately calls his Bible), and a microphone. Armed with the Sword, and what seems like an effortless ability to captivate audiences of all ages, XIIITH Disciple, nominated in three categories for the 2015 South Florida Gospel Music Awards, is taking his music, which he coined, “Message/Ministry Muzik,” to the masses, making a positive impact & causing many to say, “I See,” the title to one of the fan-favorite songs to date. XIIITH Disciple is a polished, well-rounded artist, often playing various roles (doctor, thug, bible character, warrior) in stage plays. He often does community work with organizations such as Feeding South Florida and 34Wayz Entertainment. An active member at Zoe’-Life Christian Center, Inc., many have witnessed the growth in the ministry of the XIIITH Disciple. He’s an artist that has the ability to craft songs and beats from scratch and has been known to create incredible music from tracks producers will give him because they “don’t know anyone else that can do something with the beat!” In December of 2012, XIIITH Disciple released an EP entitled “3…2…1.” strictly for the purpose he said, “to infuse, ignite, and launch a move so strong and filled with God’s Spirit the earth’s atmosphere eternally changes.” In 2013, Dunamis Power Productions/GC Comics presented the XIIITH Disciple with a super-hero comic book series named after his likeness, called The Thirteenth Disciple. The first edition of the book is available in the fall of 2021, accompanied by a mixtape with exclusive, new material from XIIITH Disciple. It’s apparent; big blessings are on the horizon for this mighty young man as he continues on his “Journey.” Nationally renowned, 2017 GMWA Convention included a Hip-Hop Panel and performing artist for the first time in history; Yes! XIIITH was one of only five artists selected! He’s been requested & welcomed back every year! Until you have the opportunity to witness God operate thru this man of God yourself, in the words of XIIITH Disciple, “One Lord! One Luv! One-Trey; Shalom.”

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