Kosher Gospel is the marriage of Jewish religious lyrics and the soulful sounds of American gospel music. Although this fusion of cultures is startlingly fresh in its outward manifestation, it remains deeply—even reverently—traditional at its core. You may have never heard of “Kosher Gospel” music before today, but the inspirational performances of Joshua Nelson, the creator of this style, will surely call out to your soul. Joshua Nelson has performed for former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, on the Oprah Winfrey Show, and at Richmond's own Folk Festival.