Nestled in the northeastern corner of Mississippi, Iuka is a charming town located in Tishomingo County, known for its scenic beauty and welcoming community. With a population of 2,964, Iuka boasts two stunning state parks—J.P. Coleman State Park and Tishomingo State Park—as well as the county’s only Walmart and the highest point in Mississippi, Woodall Mountain, standing at 807 feet. Though small, Iuka is rich in history and culture, offering an array of locally owned shops, restaurants, and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular retirement destination due to its low taxes and remarkably low crime rate.
Tishomingo County’s musical legacy is equally impressive, home to numerous talented musicians, singers, and quartets. Among the most renowned is Unity 4 Quartet, an all-male southern gospel group hailing from Iuka. Formed in 2005 at Unity Baptist Church, two brothers, Casey and J.C. Johnson, along with their cousin Eric Johnson and friend Chuck Clark, fulfilled their dream of bringing southern gospel to life with their rich four-part harmonies. Inspired by legendary groups like the Statesmen Quartet, Blackwood Brothers, Kingdom Heirs, Dove Brothers, Mark Trammell Quartet, Dixie Echoes and The Cathedrals, Unity 4 has dedicated themselves to preserving the traditional all-male quartet sound while also writing and performing original songs in that same timeless style.
Beginning with local performances, Unity 4 Quartet's influence rapidly grew as they expanded their reach across the Southeastern United States, building a reputation for their captivating harmonies and timeless song selections. Over the years, the group has composed and performed notable songs such as “Quartet Singin’,” “Cast Your Cares,” “Back To The Well,” and “He Never Gave Up On Me.” Unity 4’s original works, written by JC and Casey Johnson, have achieved national recognition, with multiple songs reaching as high as #11 on the Real Southern Gospel Music charts. Their current radio single, “Back To The Well,” is now in the Top 20 of the Real Southern Gospel Music chart. Their song, “Quartet Singin’” has been featured on The Gospel Greats during National Quartet Convention week also!
In 2025, Unity 4 Quartet was honored to perform at the prestigious Memphis Quartet Show, sharing the stage with iconic groups like Gold City, the Lefevre Quartet, Mark Trammell Quartet, and Ronnie Booth with the Blackwood Brothers Quartet. This exciting milestone highlights their growing influence in the southern gospel community.
Unity 4 continues to travel throughout the Southeast, with their music available on major streaming platforms, including Spotify and iTunes. Their latest project, “Nothing Occurs To God" showcases the quartet’s dedication to preserving the rich tradition of gospel music while introducing brand new songs written by brothers, J.C. & Casey Johnson. Fans can explore their full discography and merchandise through their official website.
