🎙️ Some voices leave a legacy that never fades, and some friendships leave a mark that lasts a lifetime.

In S6: Episode 5 of Journeys in Melody, I sat down with Marika Siewert for a heartfelt conversation honouring the life, music, and legacy of the late Brian Doerksen. Drawing on her personal friendship with Brian, Marika shares reflections that go beyond the music, offering a glimpse into the person behind the songs and the meaningful bond they shared.

We reflect on Brian’s impact, the songs that touched countless hearts, and music's enduring power to draw us closer to God. Join us for a moving tribute to a life whose melodies, faith, and ministry continue to inspire long after the final note.

My guest is award-winning Canadian gospel artist, worship leader, songwriter, arranger, and vocal coach Michael Manhertz. He has become known for creating worship experiences that bridge generations, cultures, and musical styles. Raised in Toronto within a Jamaican-Canadian family, Michael's sound uniquely blends contemporary worship, traditional Black gospel, Caribbean gospel, and rich vocal arrangements that invite listeners into authentic encounters with God.Over the past two decades, Michael has shared stages and collaborated with respected voices including Israel Houghton, Todd Dulaney, Jonathan Nelson, Marvin Winans, Kim Burrell, Matthew McIntosh & LIFE Ministries, Brian Hamilton & Divine Worship, Daniel Ojo, and many others. His passion extends beyond performance, serving as a songwriter, arranger, background vocalist, worship leader, and mentor to emerging Christian artists around the world.Michael released his debut album, The Unashamed Project, in 2022 and has continued releasing music that reflects both biblical truth and heartfelt worship. His ministry has earned national recognition, including a GMA Covenant Award nomination, becoming a coach with Christian Music Mentor, and being recognized across Canada's gospel music community. In 2026, Michael received one of Canada's highest honours in gospel music when 'Solid Rock Medley' won Canadian Gospel Song of the Year at the Canadian Selah Music Awards.

My special guest is Robson Maurice, the musician and entrepreneur also known as RobyMisterDrums, who was born and raised in Montreal, Canada, to Haitian parents. Mr. Maurice was raised in a family of ten children. Music has always been an integral part of the family, as his parents sang in church choirs and at home during private family gatherings. Later, his siblings followed in their parents' footsteps by joining church choirs and groups.

Robson’s musical work encourages humanitarianism. In 2012, he went to Haiti and completed a benevolent venture. Although his first reason for going was to play drums, he quickly discovered that he could use the arts to teach and give opportunities to others who have big dreams. He now lives in Calgary, where he continued his career as a professional drummer.

He created a style of music called Classical Soul Music, and his compositions are played by an orchestra he founded and named Key 30 Orchestra. His vision is to tell life stories through his music and to encourage people that despite our differences, we all go through hardships that we can relate to, but most importantly, we can all become better if we persevere.

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