Someret, NJ (BPRW) – Gospel icon Fred Hammond and visionary leader Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. have announced the launch of FBF&T (Fred, Buster, Film & Theater), a groundbreaking film, theater and media production company rooted in faith, purpose, and storytelling.

The dynamic collaboration, more than three decades in the making, unites Hammond’s artistry with Soaries’ visionary leadership.

The two first met in 1987, when Soaries managed gospel greats including Tramaine Hawkins, BeBe and CeCe Winans, and Commissioned, the legendary group that launched Hammond’s career. Their shared journey in ministry and purpose has now culminated in an entity dedicated to producing powerful, faithbased films that uplift communities and inspire transformation.

New Chapter

Hammond, whose soul-stirring music has ministered to millions around the globe, is boldly stepping into the world of filmmaking with a mission to craft stories that inspire, uplift, and ignite faith.

He said he seeks to extend his artistic legacy beyond music into a new medium of visual storytelling.

“For decades, I’ve poured my heart into music that speaks to the soul. Now, through FBF&T, I want to take that same spirit and translate it onto the screen. Our stories, our struggles, our triumphs, our faith, deserve to be told in ways that resonate deeply and change lives.”

Purpose and Legacy

Soaries, a pillar of spiritual wisdom, integrity, and leadership, has long shaped cultural and faith-driven movements. His early guidance helped lay the foundation for Hammond’s career, and today his vision is integral to shaping FBF&T’s mission.

“Fred and I have walked this journey together since 1987, grounded in faith and a shared mission to uplift others. With FBF&T, we are harnessing the power of storytelling to inspire hope, strengthen communities, and remind people that faith is not just preached. It can be lived and experienced through art.”

Inaugural Project

The company’s first major project, Hood Book, is an ambitious fusion of stage play, musical, and film. Rooted in biblical narratives yet reimagined through a contemporary lens, Hood Book transforms scripture into modern stories of resilience, hope, and faith.

Through exclusive behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and an immersive film and theater series, FBF&T aims to connect deeply with Hammond’s millions of devoted supporters—and reach new audiences. The Hood Book aims beyond a production, to a movement of faith, friendship, and storytelling.