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J.J. Hairston
Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on June 22, 1974, James "J.J." Hairston grew up
in Stamford. Hairston grew up in Stamford and developed his interest in music in
church, where he sang before directing the Bridgeport Cathedral choir. In the
early 2000s, he formed the group Youthful Praise, which combines gospel
standards with contemporary arrangements reflecting urban influences. The group
quickly established its reputation with a series of albums and well-attended
performances. After several albums with Youthful Praise, Pastor J.J. Hairston
signed the Miracle Worker album in 2019...
