Netflix Green-lights Pharrell Williams’ Docu-Series, ‘Voices of Fire’

Pharrell Williams has landed a major deal to bring a new docu-series to the giant streamer, Netflix.

According to THR, the unscripted project will explore the singer’s hometown community of Hampton Roads, Virginia as it builds one of the world’s most inspiring gospel choirs. The project is set to premiere on Netflix later in 2020.

The report continues:

In Voices of Fire, Bishop Ezekiel Williams — Pharrell’s uncle and a well-respected musician in the area — and his core team of influential gospel leaders will venture out into Hampton Roads to find undiscovered talent. With the belief that diverse backstories can give their collective voice a greater meaning, the Bishop and his team will search for people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds.

News of the series was announced at Essence Festival on Sunday by Williams and the Bishop. Voices of Fire will be produced by A. Smith & Co. and i am OTHER. Executive producers include Williams and Mimi Valdés for i am OTHER and Arthur Smith and Frank Sinton for A. Smith & Co. Bianca Barnes-Williams will also executive produce.