50th Annual GMA Dove Awards Program Book by Justin Fratt

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Congratulations to the Dove Award Winners & Nominees Thank you for the moments you help create for the church

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WELCOME

50 GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR

SPECIAL THANKS

52 SONG OF THE YEAR

PERFORMING TONIGHT

54 WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR

Q&A WITH BILL GAITHER

56 POP/CONTEMPORARY RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR

AWARD NOMINEES

58 GOSPEL WORSHIP RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

60 INSPIRATIONAL FILM OF THE YEAR

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR

64 GMA HONORS

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN ARTIST OF THE YEAR

65 IMMERSE CONFERENCE

SOUTHERN GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR

66 ABOUT GMA

ADVERTISING PARTNERS 2 BMI 3 Nature Nates 4 CCLI 5 Christian Healthcare Ministries 9 TBN 10 TBN 11 Lifeway Worship 13 My Faith Votes 15 Curb | Word 19 MultiTracks 21 Compassion 23 PRAZOR 25 I Still Believe 27 Integrity Music 29 Visit Music City

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Dear Friends, Welcome to the 50th Annual Dove Awards! Congratulations to all of our Nominees. We salute you for your commitment to the blessed message of hope you put to music. Tonight, we not only celebrate the present, but we look back over the past 50 years. We remember our trailblazers and reflect on how God moves through psalms, hymns, spiritual songs, rock and hip-hop! It is said “there is a sound for every season” and the Dove Awards charts the course of an international creative community dedicated to expressing their faith without limitations. Innovators; modern day Christian Soldiers pressing their way through boundaries to reach a world in need with a new sound. The Dove Awards is the one place where multi – cultural and multi-generational expressions unite on one stage. It’s the sound of the Kingdom here on earth! It’s the sound of an Endless Hallelujah! Our mission at the Gospel Music Association is threefold; To expose, To promote, And to celebrate the gospel through music and media. For 50 years now, the Dove Awards have helped us accomplish that mission. We stand on the shoulders of giants—and we forge our future with today’s creative visionaries. In closing, may the words from Jim Meyers, the first President of GMA set the atmosphere as he reminds us of this truth. “So in the giving and the taking tonight, let us do it in very deep humility. In the realization that whether we win or lose here tonight, and winning is very sweet, but it’s of no real importance. What is of real importance, is whether that Dove of love and peace is in our hearts as true sons and daughters of the cross.“ Thank you for coming and being a part of this landmark event. Honored to Serve,

Jackie Patillo President & Executive Director

FROM THE PRESIDENT OF TBN Dear Friends, It is a privilege for TBN to partner again with the Gospel Music Association as the exclusive television broadcaster of the GMA Dove Awards. Tonight is a special thrill for us as we join you in celebrating fifty incredible years of this iconic award that honors the men and women responsible for bringing us this life-changing music. As it has for the past fifty years — and for generations before that — Christian music continues to offer hope, healing, and joy to individuals across the earth. In a world filled with increasing uncertainty, millions are finding encouragement, peace, and purpose through the music created by those we are honoring here with the 50th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Tonight the entire TBN family — along with our viewers around the world — join in honoring the singers, songwriters, musicians, and professionals for bringing this outstanding music to all of us who are blessed and changed by it. May God continue to pour out His Spirit through this music that is helping make the Name of Jesus famous across the earth. For His Kingdom,

Matt and Laurie Crouch The Trinity Broadcasting Family of Networks

FROM THE GOVERNOR Dear GMA Dove Award Nominees & Attendees,

On behalf of the State of Tennessee, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Nashville for the 2019 GMA Dove Awards. We are certainly proud to have this event in the Music City and hope you enjoy this special night as you celebrate 50 years of Dove Awards.

Tennessee is privileged, once again, to host one of gospel music’s premier events. Christian and Gospel music has a long and storied tradition in our state. As governor, I am pleased to offer my congratulations to the artists and industry professionals being honored tonight. I would also like to recognize the numerous contributions that all the artists and the Gospel Music Association have made to our great state. I am proud to be the governor of a state that is home to music of all genres and recognize the talented individuals who carry gospel music around the world. Again, welcome to the 2019 GMA Dove Awards. Maria and I send our very best wishes for a wonderful and memorable evening. Warmest Regards,

Bill Lee

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OUR PRESENTERS ANTHONY BROWN • BLANCA • BROWN BANISTER • CHONDA PIERCE • DANNY GOKEY • DON MOEN • DONALD LAWRENCE • DR. BOBBY JONES • EVAN CRAFT • FOR KING & COUNTRY • FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI • GLORIA GAITHER • JEREMY CAMP • JOHN CRIST • JOSH TURNER • KARI JOBE • KATHIE LEE GIFFORD • KORYN HAWTHORNE • LAUREN DAIGLE • MICHAEL HUPPE • NATALIE GRANT • NICOLE C. MULLINS • PASTOR BRIAN HOUSTON • PAT BARRETT • POINT OF GRACE • TASHA COBBS LEONARD • TAUREN WELLS • WILLIAM MCDOWELL • ZACH WILLIAMS

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SPECIAL THANKS

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Jackie Patillo, Executive Producer Curtis Stoneberger, Creative Producer Russell E. Hall, Director Justin Fratt, Associate Producer Mike Nolan, Writer Scott Moore, Producer / Show Director, Go Live Productions Peter Streiff, Production Manager, Go Live Productions Jennifer Dillingham, Production Assistant, Go Live Productions Dustin Reynolds, Technical Director, Go Live Productions Jeremy Bayne, Performance Stage Manager, Go Live Productions Joan Doan, Stage Right Stage Manager, TBN Lindsay Mercado, Stage Left Stage Manager, TBN Mike Jones, House Stage Manager, Go Live Productions Cece Disharoon, Dock Manager, Go Live Productions Nick Holdbrooks, Carpenter / Edgelight Tech, Go Live Productions Daniel Grove, Automation Technician, Five Points Prod Svcs Jonathan Schwarz, FOH Audio Engineer, CTS Brooks Abbott, FOH Production Engineer, CTS Mark Kimmel, Monitor Engineer, CTS Chris Lee, Monitor Engineer, CTS Aaron Dupree, RF Technician, CTS Sam Schmitt, RF Assistant, CTS Garrett Callahan, Split Technician, CTS Mark Carver, Lighting Director, Go Live Productions Andre’ Petrus, Lighting Programmer, Go Live Productions Tony Fransen, Media Programmer, Go Live Productions Chuck Hastings, Master Electrician, Bandit Lites Justin Wilk, Electrician, Bandit Lites Savannah Harden, Electrician, Bandit Lites Jason Turner, Lead LED Technician, Elite Multimedia Brandon Crittenden, LED Technician, Elite Multimedia Mark Wheeler, Backline Technician, Go Live Productions Alec Moore, Backline Technician, Go Live Productions Brian Willis, Backline Technician, Go Live Productions Brady Rinehart, Backline Technician, Go Live Productions Accurate Staging, Staging, Accurate Staging Brad Carpenter, Production Runner, Go Live Productions Talent Escort Coordinator, Scott & Julie DeVos Talent Coordinator, Jamie Downing Publicity, Wortman Works - Jules Wortman & Connor McKiever Photographers, Terry Wyatt, Jamie Gilliam Grant Exline, Jason Davis Portrait Studio, Wander Creative Editor, Derek White

Graphic Design, Birdsong Creative Seat Filler Coordinator, Suzzane Skinner Fan Experience Coordinator, Amy Beth Mason Venue, Dr. Randy Lowry, Walt Leaver, Jamie Shankland, Barry Thompson, Brittany Cleaver, Shelby Christian, Abby Besson, Haley Davis, Willie Charpentier, Anamarie Knapp, Mindy Fernandez, Wendy Archer, Bob Nichol TBN PRODUCTION Russell E. Hall, Director Dalin O’Bryan, Tech Manager Donny Andress, Production Coordinator Sheldon Donigan, Broadcast Vision Mixer Tyler Hirth, IMAG Vision Mixer Stephen Fogleman, Associate Director Paul Corley, Senior Audio Rob Devlin, Senior Engineer JJ Hacker, EIC AUDIO ASSISTANTS Frankie Chew, Audio Andy Corley, Audio John Ploch, Comm Tech Larry Bearden, Video Shader Bennett Brown, Video Playback CAMERA Darla Elledge, Tight Larry Copeland, Tight Tim Antkowiak, Handheld Mike Loftis, Handheld Brock Slagle, Handheld Bina Kozissnik, IMAG SPECIALTY CAMERA Dan Grimes, Jib Crane Operator Brett Skelton, Jib Crane Operator Brandon Tait, Jib Crane Operator John Perry, Steadicam Andrew McMillan, Steadicam Hugh Wilson, Steadicam Assist Robert Bagwell, Steadicam Assist Cindy Carter, Robotics Katie Mintle, Robotics Clint Gill, Utility Brad Partee, Utility Dillon Andress, Utility Michael Welsh, Utility Andy Bell, Utility Lindsay Mercado, Broadcast Stage Manager Joan Doan, Broadcast Stage Manager Rebeccs Foss, Broadcast Stage Manager Kris Rae Orlowski, Photographer Olivia Bates, Photographer POST-PRODUCTION Cindy Cater, Lead Editor Jacob Kindberg, Editor Angelea Floyd, Editor Michael Termale, Motion Graphics Rachel Dartt, Promos

DOVE PRETELECAST Producer: Paul Wright III Co-Producer/Stage Manager: Ashley McClain Assistant Producer: AJ Spath Assistant Stage Manager: Nicole Wright Runner Coordinator: Lyndsey Jones Visual Media Graphics/Design Manager: Cassie Laidlaw Video Production and Editing: De’Niel Phipps Audio Engineer/FOH: Corey Cross Asst. Audio Engineer: Laurence Cross Teleprompter Operator: Wilson Kearce MC/Voice Over: Erik Garcia Trophy Girl: Caroline Brasfield GMA STAFF Jackie Patillo, Executive Director Justin Fratt, Director of Operations Alexandra Mohilowski, Marketing Manager Wendy Stoneberger, Membership & Ticketing Manager Rachel Moenning, Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager Alexandra Lampley, Membership & Ticketing Coordinator Crystal Varenkamp, Event Coordinator Heather Prince, Hospitality Coordinator Nicole Buck, Partnership Coordinator Kaley Kelsey, Customer Relations AWARDS & CRITERIA COMMITTEE Chris Hauser, Hauser Promotions, Chairman Craig Adams, LifeWay Worship Celeste Winstead, Gaither Music Group Dan Hays Demetrus Alexander, Open Door Entertainment Eboni Funderburk, EFG Promotions John Thompson, Author/Speaker Joseph Prielozny, Curb/Word Entertainment Matt Ewald, Centricity Music Paul Wright, United Alliance Music Group Scott Godsey, Daywind Records VOICEOVER TALENT Kelly Corday TROPHY MODELS Sara Brickell Corryn Thomas PROGRAM BOOK Fatima Burke, Brand Lamb - Design JoAnna Illingworth - Writer Ivan Rattliff, Brand Lamb - Editor Justin Fratt - Editor Alexandra Mohilowski - Editor SPECIAL MENTIONS Eboni Funderburk, EFG Promotions Carlos Hale, Urban Soul Cafe Kylie Jean Tannehill Charles D. King

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PERFORMING TONIGHT

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AMY GRANT

AUSTIN FRENCH

BART MILLARD

BRIAN JOHNSON AND THE BETHEL MUSIC BAND

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CECE WINANS

DAVID PHELPS

DORINDA CLARK COLE

GAITHER VOCAL BAND

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HILLSONG WORSHIP

JEKALYN CARR

JONATHAN MCREYNOLDS

JOSEPH HABEDANK

JOSH BALDWIN

KELONTAE GAVIN

KIRK FRANKLIN

LECRAE

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MATTHEW WEST

MERCYME

MICHAEL ENGLISH

RILEY CLEMMONS

RUSS TAFF

SHIRLEY CAESAR

THE CRABB FAMILY

TOBYMAC

TRIUMPHANT QUARTET

MARK LOWRY

MICHAEL W. SMITH

STEPHEN CURTIS CHAPMAN

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Years of Memories:

Bill Gaither A Q&A WITH ICONIC INDUSTRY VETERAN

The pages of history have been written by ordinary people who had something extraordinary to say with their lives. Bill Gaither is just such an individual... an Indiana-born kid with an insatiable love for harmony who grew to become an industry leader who would change the course of gospel music history. He is a legendary songwriter, performer, producer, educator, historian, and philanthropist whose work has stretched far beyond the confines of his small Indiana hometown and into the far reaches of the international community. The collaborations of Bill and Gloria Gaither have resulted in more than 700 popular gospel standards, including: “Because He Lives,” “The King Is Coming,” “Something Beautiful,” “He Touched Me,” “It Is Finished,” “There’s Something About That Name,” “Let’s Just Praise The Lord,” and “I Am Loved.” Their album, Alleluia: A Praise Gathering for Believers was the first inspirational album ever to achieve gold status by the Recording Industry Association of America (R.I.A.A.). To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the GMA Dove Awards, we had a special Q&A with Bill Gaither about some of his memories and insights from award shows throughout the years. Q: As someone who’s been involved from the very beginning, even helping create the first awards in 1969, we’re excited to hear your perspective on how the Dove Awards have changed and grown throughout these last 50 years. The very first awards happened at a banquet held in 1969 at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, TN. What can you tell us about that special night?

A: The word honor is a Biblical word and the basis for the awards grew out of that word - honor. Up until that time, in our field, there wasn’t a program to honor the “best” from that year. It started first with the GRAMMYs, and then the country field

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came along, so in some ways an awards show wasn’t an original idea. That first year, I would have to say, the entire spirit of the evening was to honor songs and people who had surfaced to the top with their creativity and what they did. The Imperials won an award that night, and even today when you hear their records, they were doing some pretty innovative things. There was a beautiful innocence about it, too. It was the first time anyone had done anything like that. We were all children in our rooms saying, hey, this is pretty good. I was also on the committee that decided on the dove. We thought it was a wonderful symbol for Christian music excellence.

Q: The first televised Dove Awards aired in 1984. Glen Campbell hosted that year and there were several memorable performances, including Petra performing “Praise Ye The Lord.” How did launching the show on television change the scope of the awards?

songs, my philosophical bag is not shallow, but it’s a lot deeper with that sweet lady. She’s the deeper well to draw from. I presented her with that award with honor and pride. She deserves a whole lot more credit than what she gets. She’s a thinker, a reader and a brilliant lyricist. We’ve been married 57 years. Two explosive, artistic characters under one roof for 57 years, that’s a good story to tell. Q: 1985 was somewhat of a turning point for the Dove Awards. Amy Grant performed “Angels” that year and Steve Taylor performed “Meltdown,” breaking the mold of more traditional music performances from previous award shows. Being in the moment, did you see Amy and Steve’s performances as being pivotal for where the future of Christian music was headed?

A: Stylistically music has changed dramatically in the protestant church since way back to Martin Luther. He was not only known for his great theology, but hymns like “A Mighty Fortress Is Our A: Obviously it was going to a bigger audience. At God” and other pretty big hymns. At the time, he the same time, you’d have to hope you can keep was criticized by the church. They said his songs the integrity of what this event is all about. I think sounded like something you would hear in a saloon. they did. It was fun. It was very exciting, especially Can you imagine saying that about “A Mighty exciting to have Glen Campbell, a person outside Fortress Is Our God?” Probably one of the biggest our circle but who had roots in the church, host the changes in the Dove Awards and the GMA has been show. the change from ensembles to Q: Throughout your career, you and your wife, soloists. When Gloria, have been a significant source of inspiration Elvis came along, and guidance for countless artists in Christian and rock and roll music. You’ve also presented numerous awards came along, there throughout the history of the Doves, including was a shift to presenting Gloria with Songwriter of the Year in soloists. TV was 1986. Was that an exciting moment for you? becoming bigger and the visual A: Anytime you talk about Bill Gaither and writing, was so important. it’s got to be Bill and Gloria. There wouldn’t have I grew up in the been any songs after “He Touched Me” if not for audio world, but Gloria, it’s just that simple. I was able to write some by the 70s and

80s, more and more people were getting music through their eyes. Amy Grant was a teenager with a great heart, a lot of integrity, and people said, hey, this is refreshing. The spotlight didn’t come in on an ensemble, it came in on a personality. Steve Taylor’s performance was probably pretty bizarre for the time, but it had personality. Q: You’ve had a close, and often hilarious, friendship with Mark Lowry over the years. The two of you have presented together a number of times and have performed together on the Dove Awards stage with the Gaither Vocal Band. What’s your favorite on-stage Dove Awards moment with Mark? A: There’s too many to narrow it down. Mark is always so unpredictable. He’s so unfiltered, he’ll just say it. The great thing Mark did not just for the Dove Awards but for the Christian community, was say, you’re all taking yourselves way too seriously. He did a great job of simply saying, loosen up saints! Let’s take God seriously, but we’re taking ourselves way too seriously. God is in control and knows what’s going on here. In the meantime, let’s have a good time doing what we’re doing. Was he like that all the time? No, absolutely not. He’s a serious thinker. You don’t come up with “Mary, Did You Know” without being a pretty serious thinker. But God uses clowns and serious thinkers, both. Q: The 1994 awards show included a memorable performance of you, Jake Hess, Vestal Goodman, Mark Lowry, Armond Morales, Larnelle Harris and Michael English performing “I Bowed On My Knees.” Tell us how that special moment came about. A: You show me a person that doesn’t know where he’s been and I’ll show you a person who doesn’t know where he’s going. One of the great tragedies in our culture is we don’t have a good perspective on what happened before. We think anything we come up with is new and no one’s thought of it before. But we can only plan for the future by looking at what happened in the past. It’s also true in music. It’s one of the reasons I started the Homecoming Series, never thinking it would be a series. I thought it was just a wonderful opportunity to honor some people who went way ahead of any of us, driving in cars all night, no tour buses back then, out there shaking hands and sharing the good news all over the country. Some of those people had been forgotten. Jake Hess was one of them. He was the originator of The Imperials. Michael English had just come on the scene and I told Jake, you need to be singing next to Michael. Vestal was another one. I told her she needed to be a part of this. I wanted it to be a special moment to honor the past while looking forward to the future. There were a lot of young people who said, I never knew who Vestal Goodman was! That’s a tragedy. I’ve always felt like

we need to do a better job of honoring our roots. The motivation for that moment was, keep writing new songs, keep being creative, but not at the expense of forgetting what got us here. Q: In 1974, you won Song of the Year for “Because He Lives” and then, 41 years later in 2015, you performed with Matt Maher for his version of the same song. Tell us about that full circle moment. A: It was very encouraging. We all write our songs, Gloria and I have written over 700 songs, but very little of what we have written will stick to the wall. That’s true of any writer, including the great hymn writer Fanny Crosby. She wrote over 6,000 poems and we sing maybe four or five of them. A writer is lucky if he has one or two songs that stick to the wall. To stand up with there with Matt, me the old person and him a young man, was quite an honor. And to learn what a deep, philosophical person and deep thinker he is. I’m very encouraged by what’s going on right now in Christian music. With a 50-year view, some of these kids have a much better philosophical and theological base than artists from the early days, and Matt’s a good example. Q: Over the last 50 years, Christian music genres have certainly changed and grown in exciting and sometimes unexpected ways. Was there a moment from a past Dove Awards that surprised you? A: Not really, because I think for the people who try to put God in a box, they’re gonna be disappointed all the time. If you put God in a box, He ain’t gonna stay there very long. He springs out in all kinds of creative ways. For that I’m extremely grateful. Watching how Christian music has grown and changed, I haven’t been surprised. To try and artistically put God in a box, save your breath. You can’t get away from God. Q: Praise & Worship music has shifted, too, throughout the years. What was previously seen as music for the church hymnal is now a thriving genre with artists like Hillsong UNITED, Bethel Music and Elevation Worship. What’s it been like for you to watch worship music grow into what it is today? A: Let me say this to the old people. Loosen up! God is alive and He’s gonna jump out in all different kinds of creative expressions. Some you make like and some you may not like, but be open. Don’t be close minded. Let me say to the kids, don’t be arrogant in thinking God can only speak through something that has been created in this last year or

two. I remember in ‘87 or ’88, I was on a panel at Estes Park. A question was asked of a punk rocker, this guy who had green and orange and yellow hair, what do you think about current Contemporary Christian Music? He said the problem was that it wasn’t contemporary. I said, wait a minute, this man is exactly right. In a year or two, something labeled contemporary won’t have that label anymore. It’s crazy for us to hang our hat on any genre. Genres come and go. Styles come and go. The message is gonna stay the same. Don’t miss it. Q: You’ve won more than 30 Dove Awards over the last 50 years. Is there one award that holds special significance for you? A: I don’t think anybody writes a song or does a record and says, man, I’m gonna get an award for this. I think real artists write songs out of their guts and sing them every night out of their guts, whether anyone else hears them or not, they’ll sing them because it’s something they have to do. But we’d all be lying if we didn’t say that a group of peers saying what we’ve created is good and deserving of an honor, if we said that’s not important, we’d be lying. We have to say thank you, I did this not for acclaim but because it’s what I believe in my guts. Q: You’ve been a dream collaborator for so many artists over the last 50 years. Is there an artist you’d consider to be your dream collaborator? A: I haven’t worked with him, but I think a real thinker and dreamer and survivor is TobyMac. I have not done a lot of things with him but he’s pretty amazing. And Bart Millard, what a heart, what an unbelievable voice. The Casting Crowns kids. Kirk Franklin. Matt Maher. You know, I hate segregation on any level, especially musically, between young and old. The last prayer Jesus prayed in John 17 was, Father may they be one. Stylistically, we may never be one. But spirit wise and intent, we have to be one. That’s a prayer from Jesus. Music should not be a divisive element, even though it can be. We need more bridges. Someone asked me recently what I’d want people to say about me after I’m dead and gone. I’d want them to say, “He was a bridge. He brought people together.”

NOMINEES SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 1 “Counting Every Blessing” (writers) Chris Llewellyn, Gareth Gilkeson, (publishers) Capitol CMG Paragon, Rend Family Music “Everything” (writers) David Garcia, Toby McKeehan, (publishers) Achtober Songs, D Soul Music, Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing “Joy.” (writers) Ben Glover, Joel Smallbone, Luke Smallbone, Matt Hales, Seth Mosley, Stephen Blake Kanicka, Tedd Tjornhom, (publishers) 9t One Songs, Ariose Music, CentricSongs, Curb Wordspring Music LLC, Fleauxmotion Music, Kilns Music, Method to the Madness, Shankel Songs, Shaun Shankel Pub Designee, Stephen Blake Kanicka Publishing, These Tunes Go To 11, Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. “Known” (writers) Ethan Hulse, Jordan Sapp, Tauren Wells, (publishers) Be Essential Songs, Capitol CMG Paragon, Crucial Music Entertainment, EGH Music Publishing “Living Hope” (writers) Brian Johnson, Phil Wickham, (publishers) Bethel Music Publishing, Phil Wickham Music, Simply Global Songs, Sing My Songs “Only Jesus” (writers) Bernie Herms, Mark Hall, Matthew West, (publishers) Be Essential Songs, Highly Combustible Music, House of Story Music Publishing, My Refuge Music, One77 Songs “Red Letters” (writers) David Crowder, Ed Cash, (publishers) Alletrop Music, Inot Music, sixsteps Music, worshiptogether.com songs “The Breakup Song” (writers) Bart Millard, David Garcia, Francesca Battistelli, (publishers) Bartatronic Millaphonic, D Soul Music, Francesca Music, Tunes of MercyMe, Universal Music Brentwood Benson Publishing, Word Music LLC “Who You Say I Am” (writers) Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan, (publisher) Hillsong Music Publishing “Won’t He Do It” (writers) Loren Hill, Makeba Riddick-Woods, Rich Shelton, (publishers)

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SONGSBYMAK, Janice Combs Publishing, EMI Blackwood Music Inc., Nieze World Music, One Dynasty Music, “You Say” (writers) Jason Ingram, Paul Mabury, Lauren Daigle, (publishers) CentricSongs, Fellow Ships Music, Flychild Publishing, So Essential Tunes   WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 2 “Build My Life” (writers) Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Kaple, Matt Redman, Pat Barrett, (publishers) Bethel Music Publishing, Capitol CMG Genesis, Housefires Sounds, Kaple Music, Martin Karl Andrew, Said And Done Music, sixsteps Music, Thankyou Music, worshiptogether.com songs “Living Hope” (writers) Brian Johnson, Phil Wickham, (publishers) Bethel Music Publishing, Phil Wickham Music, Simply Global Songs, Sing My Songs “Surrounded (Fight My Battles)” (writer) Elyssa Smith, (publisher) UR Global Publishing “Who You Say I Am” (writers) Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan, (publisher) Hillsong Music Publishing “Yes I Will” (writers) Eddie Hoagland, Jonathan Smith, Mia Fieldes, (publishers) All Essential Music, Be Essential Songs, HBC Worship Music, Hickory Bill Doc, Jingram Music Publishing, So Essential Tunes, Upside Down Under   SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR (ARTIST) – CAT 3 Bart Millard Brian Johnson Lauren Daigle Mark Hall (Team) Luke Smallbone and Joel Smallbone    SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR (NON-ARTIST) – CAT 4 Ben Glover David Garcia Ethan Hulse Jason Ingram Paul Mabury

Nominees continued

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MEET THE NOMINEES

Hillsong UNITED, Hillsong Music / Capitol CMG Lauren Daigle, Centricity Tauren Wells, Provident Music Group TobyMac, Forefront / Capitol CMG Zach Williams, Provident Label Group    SOUTHERN GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR – CAT 6 Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Stowtown Gaither Vocal Band, Gaither Music Group Jason Crabb, Daywind Records Joseph Habedank, Daywind Records Karen Peck & New River, Daywind Records     GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR – CAT 7 Jekalyn Carr, Lunjeal Music Group Kirk Franklin, Fo Yo Soul Recordings / RCA Records Koryn Hawthorne, RCA Inspiration Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Motown Gospel Travis Greene, RCA Inspiration   ARTIST OF THE YEAR – CAT 8 for KING & COUNTRY, Curb / Word Entertainment Hillsong UNITED, Hillsong Music / Capitol CMG Lauren Daigle, Centricity MercyMe, Fair Trade TobyMac, Forefront / Capitol CMG     NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR – CAT 9 Aaron Cole, Gotee Records Austin French, Fair Trade Josh Baldwin, Bethel Music Kelontae Gavin, MBE / Tyscot Riley Clemmons, Sparrow Records / Capitol CMG

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“Even Louder (feat. Natalie Grant)” – Steven Malcolm, (writers) Benji Cowart, Jonathan Jay, Joseph Prielozny, Kenneth Mackey, Leeland Mooring, Matt Armstrong, Steven Malcolm, Tony Brown, William Reeves    ROCK / CONTEMPORARY RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 12 “Wildfire” – Crowder, (writers) David Crowder, Rebecca Lauren Olds, Solomon Olds “Forever On Your Side (feat. JOHNNYSWIM)” – NEEDTOBREATHE, (writers) Bo Rinehart, Bear Rinehart “Native Tongue” – Switchfoot, (writers) Brent Kutzle, Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman    POP / CONTEMPORARY RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 13 “Only Jesus” – Casting Crowns, (writers) Bernie Herms, Mark Hall, Matthew West “God Only Knows” – for KING & COUNTRY, (writers) Joel Smallbone, Jordan Reynolds, Josh Kerr, Luke Smallbone, Tedd Tjornhom “The Breakup Song” – Francesca Battistelli, (writers) Bart Millard, David Garcia, Francesca Battistelli “You Say” – Lauren Daigle, (writers) Jason Ingram, Lauren Daigle, Paul Mabury “Known” – Tauren Wells, (writers) Ethan Hulse, Jordan Sapp, Tauren Wells

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR – CAT 10

INSPIRATIONAL RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 14

Chris Mackey Dana Sorey Ed Cash Wayne Haun (TEAM) Jason Ingram and Paul Mabury (TEAM) Matt Hales, Seth Mosley, and Tedd T.

“Is He Worthy?” – Andrew Peterson, (writers) Andrew Peterson, Ben Shive “Fall on Your Knees (feat. Charlotte Ritchie)” – David Phelps, (writer) David Phelps

RAP / HIP HOP RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 11

“The God Who Sees” – Nicole C. Mullen, Kathie Lee Gifford, (writers) Kathie Lee Gifford, Nicole C. Mullen

“None of My Business” – Andy Mineo, (writer) Andy Mineo

“Glory to Glory” – Riley Harrison Clark, (writers) Jeff Bumgardner, Joel Lindsey, Riley Harrison Clark

“Fight for Me” – GAWVI, (writers) Gabriel Azuenca, JRaul Garcia, Matt Cohen, Lecrae Moore

“When The Healing Comes” – TaRanda Greene, (writers) Geron Davis, Joel Lindsey, TaRanda Beene, Wayne Haun

“Get Back Right” – Lecrae & Zaytoven, (writers) Bobby Pressley, Che Olson, Lecrae Moore, Xavier Dotson

“Everytime” – Social Club Misfits, (writers) Daniel Young Kim, Fernando Miranda, Martin Santiago

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SOUTHERN GOSPEL RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 15 “Longing For Home” – Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, (writers) Ernie Hasse, Joel Lindsey, Wayne Haun

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“We Are All God’s Children” – Gaither Vocal Band, (writers) Benjamin Gaither, Sara Beth Terry, Todd Suttles “How Great Thou Art (feat. Sonya Isaacs)” – Josh Turner, (writer) Stuart K. Hine “I Know I’ll Be There” – Karen Peck & New River, (writers) Dave Clark, Karen Peck Gooch, Wayne Haun “Even Me” – Triumphant Quartet, (writers) Jason Cox, Jeff Bumgardner, Kenna Turner West   BLUEGRASS / COUNTRY / ROOTS RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 16 “Beside The Cross” – Lizzy Long, Rhonda Vincent, & Sally Berry, (writers) Fanny Crosby, Jeff Bumgardner, Joel Lindsey, Wayne Haun “Wayfaring Stranger” – Jeff & Sheri Easter, (writer) Traditional “Shame On Me” – Joseph Habedank, (writers) Jason Cox, Joseph Habedank, Michael Boggs  “I Saw the Light (feat. Sonya Isaacs)” – Josh Turner, (writer) Hank Williams Sr.  “Dive (feat. Ricky Skaggs)” – Steven Curtis Chapman, (writer) Steven Curtis Chapman   CONTEMPORARY GOSPEL RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 17 “Blessings On Blessings” – Anthony Brown & group therAPy, (writer) Anthony Brown “Make Room” – Jonathan McReynolds, (writer) Jonathan McReynolds “Love Theory” – Kirk Franklin, (writer) Kirk Franklin “Unstoppable” – Koryn Hawthorne, (writers) Kid Class, Makeba Riddick, Robert D. Reese “My God (feat. Mr. Talkbox)” – Nashville Life Music, (writer) Dwan Hill

TRADITIONAL GOSPEL RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 18 “Deliver Me (This is My Exodus) (feat. Le’Andria Johnson)” – Donald Lawrence, The Tri-City Singers, (writers) Desmond Davis, Donald Lawrence, Marshon Lewis, Robert Woolridge Jr., William James Stokes  “I See Miracles” – Jekalyn Carr, (writer) Allen Carr  “I Made It Out” – John P. Kee, (writer) John P. Kee  “I’m All In” – Maranda Curtis, (writers) Asaph Ward, Dana Sorey, Maranda Curtis  “Kind God” – Marvin Sapp, (writer) Kirk Franklin   GOSPEL WORSHIP RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 19 “If God / Nothing But the Blood” – Casey J, (writers) Casey J, Natalie Sims, Jon Webb Jr. “My Worship” – Phil Thompson, (writers) Phil Thompson, Zenzo Matoga “This Is A Move (Live)” – Tasha Cobbs Leonard, (writers) Brandon Lake, Nate Moore, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tony Brown “You’re Doing It All Again” – Todd Dulaney, (writers) Nicole Harris, Todd Dulaney “Settle Here (Part 1)” – William Murphy, (writer) William Murphy    SPANISH LANGUAGE RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 20  “Mi GPS” – Alex Zurdo, (writer) Alexis “Alex Zurdo” Velez “Dios De Maravillas” – Christine D’Clario, (writers) Edward Rivera, Jose Olide, Paul Pineda “Mi Casa Es Tu Casa” – Evan Craft, (writers) Abraham Osorio, Alex Sampedro, Evan Craft “Tus Cuerdas De Amor (feat. Lowsan Melgar)” – Julio Melgar, (writer) Julio Melgar “Salmo 23 (feat. Marco Barrientos)” – Un Corazón, (writers) Lluvia Richards, Steven Daniel Richards

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WORSHIP RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR – CAT 21

POP / CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 24

“Raise a Hallelujah” – Bethel Music, Jonathan David Helser, Melissa Helser, (writers) Jake Stevens, Jonathan David Helser, Melissa Helser, Molly Skaggs

Only Jesus – Casting Crowns, (producer) Mark A. Miller

“Who You Say I Am (Studio Version)” – Hillsong Worship, (writers) Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan

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“Stand in Your Love” – Josh Baldwin, (writers) Ethan Hulse, Josh Baldwin, Mark Harris, Rita Springer “Build My Life” – Pat Barrett, (writers) Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Kaple, Matt Redman, Pat Barrett “Living Hope” – Phil Wickham, (writers) Brian Johnson, Phil Wickham   RAP / HIP HOP ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 22

I Know A Ghost – Crowder, (producers) Brendon Coe, David Crowder, Ed Cash, Hank Bentley, Solomon Olds, Tommee Profitt Burn The Ships – for KING & COUNTRY, (producers) Joel Smallbone, Luke Smallbone, Matt Hales, Seth Mosley, Tedd Tjornhom Look Up Child – Lauren Daigle, (producers) Jason Ingram, Paul Mabury The Elements – TobyMac, (producers) Bryan Fowler, Cole Walowac, Dave Lubben, David Garcia, Micah Kuiper, Tim Myers, Toby McKeehan, Tommee Profitt   INSPIRATIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 25

II: The Sword – Andy Mineo, (producers) Andy Mineo, Chad Gardner, Daniel Steele, Dave James, Lasanna “ACE” Harris, GSP, Vikaden

The North Coast Sessions – Keith & Kristyn Getty, (producers) Fionán de Barra, Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty

PANORAMA – GAWVI, (producers) Enzo Gran, Epikh Pro, GAWVI, Jonatan Barahona, Justin Barahona, Lasanna “ACE” Harris, Matt Cohen

Follow – Mark Schultz, (producer) Chris Bevins, Tedd T

Let the Trap Say Amen – Lecrae & Zaytoven, (producer) Zaytoven The Second City – Steven Malcolm, (producers) Chris “Dirty Rice” Mackey, Joseph Prielozny, JuiceBangers Never Fold – Tedashii, (producers) Chris Howland, Chris King, Daramola, Derek Minor, Desmond South, Evan Ford, Gavin George, Iggy Music, Jacob Cardec, Jimi Cravity, Jordan Sapp, Lasanna “ACE” Harris, Mashell Leroy, Sean Hamilton, Sean Minor, Shama “Sak Pase” Joseph, Steve “Pompano Puff” Tirogene, Tedashii Anderson, Tee Wyla, Zach Paradis   ROCK / CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 23 Peace – Demon Hunter, (producer) Jeremiah Scott Acoustic Live Vol 1 – NEEDTOBREATHE, (producers) Bo Rinehart, Bear Rinehart Native Tongue – Switchfoot, (producers) Brent Kutzle, Jon Foreman, Tim Foreman, Tyler Chester, Tyler Spry

The Healing – TaRanda Greene, (producers) Carol Cymbala, Bradley Knight, Jason Webb, Jim Hammerly, Keith Everette Smith, Taranda Beene, Virgil Straford, Wayne Haun   SOUTHERN GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 26 Mercy & Love – Collingsworth Family, (producers) David Clydesdale, Wayne Haun Life Is A Song – Greater Vision, (producer) Gerald Wolfe Ready For Revival – Guardians, (producers) John Darin Rowsey, Wayne Haun Deeper Oceans – Joseph Habedank, (producer) Wayne Haun Yes – Triumphant Quartet, (producers) Gordon Mote, Wayne Haun   BLUEGRASS / COUNTRY / ROOTS ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 27 I Serve a Savior – Josh Turner, (producer) Kenny Greenberg Deeper Roots: Where the Bluegrass Grows – Steven Curtis Chapman, (producers) Brent Milligan, Steven Curtis Chapman Favorites: Revisited by Request – The Isaacs, (producers) Ben Isaacs, The Isaacs

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CONTEMPORARY GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 28 Road to DeMaskUs – Israel Houghton, (producers) Israel Houghton, Matt Edwards The Answer – Jason Nelson, (producers) Aaron Nelson, Dana Sorey, Eric Dawkins, Jason Nelson, Jonathan Nelson, Kenny Shelton

MEET THE NOMINEES

Declarations – Jonathan Nelson, (producers) Kenneth Shelton, Jonathan Nelson Unstoppable – Koryn Hawthorne, (producers) Bernie Herms, Joaquin Bynum, Johnta Austin, Kc Knight, Kid Class, Makeba Riddick-Woods, One Up Entertainment, Robert Reese, Troy Taylor, Vaughan Phoenix, Warryn Campbell, Xeryus Gittens Hiding Place – Tori Kelly, (producers) Kirk Franklin, Max Stark, Rickey “Slikk Muzik” Offord, Ronald Hill, Scooter Braun, Tori Kelly   TRADITIONAL GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 29 Jesus Love Legacy – Bishop Leonard Scott, (producers) Phillip Feaster, Tiffany McGhee Open Your Mouth and Say Something – Brent Jones, (producers) Brent Jones, Eddie Brown, Professor James Roberson Goshen – Donald Lawrence, The Tri-City Singers, (producers) Donald Lawrence, Sir The Baptist, Troy Taylor,

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A Partir De Hoy – Rojo, (producers) Eliseo Tapia, Emmanuel Espinosa Hola, Futuro – Un Corazón, (producer) Steven Richards   WORSHIP ALBUM OF THE YEAR - CAT 32 Victory – Bethel Music, (producer) Ed Cash Holy Roar – Chris Tomlin, (producers) Bryan Fowler, Ed Cash Hallelujah Here Below – Elevation Worship, (producer) Aaron Robertson PEOPLE – Hillsong UNITED, (producers) Michael Guy Chislett, Joel Houston Living Hope – Phil Wickham, (producers) Ed Cash, Jonathan Smith, Nicolas Balachandran, Pete Kipley, Ran Jackson, Ricky Jackson   INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 33 Rise! – Ben Tankard, (producer) Ben Tankard Front Porch Pickin’: Old Time Gospel Favorites – Kevin Williams, (producer) Kevin Williams

This Song Is For You – Earl Bynum, (producer) Earl Bynum

Christmas – Paul Cardall, (producer) Jim Daneker   CHILDREN’S MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 34

Stand There – The Wardlaw Brothers, (producer) Martin Luther Wardlaw   GOSPEL WORSHIP ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 30

Bright Ones (Soundtrack) – Bright Ones, (producers) Jacob Sooter, James Morales, Jeff Schneeweis, Mike “X” O’ Connor, Rick Seibold, Seth Mosley

Heart. Passion. Pursuit. (Live) – Tasha Cobbs Leonard, (producers) Kenneth Leonard Jr., Monica Coates

Sing: Creation Songs – Ellie Holcomb, (producers) Ben Shive, Brown Bannister, and Nathan Dugger

To Africa With Love – Todd Dulaney, (producers) Dontaniel Jamel Kimbrough, Todd Dulaney

Lullaby – Michael W. Smith, (producers) Mike Nawrocki, Tyler Michael Smith   CHRISTMAS / SPECIAL EVENT ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 35

Settle Here – William Murphy, (producers) Kenneth Leonard, Tasha Cobbs Leonard   SPANISH LANGUAGE ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CAT 31

Emanuel– Christine D’Clario, (producers) Carlos Caban, Christine D’Clario, José Olide, Paul Pineda

Something’s Happening! – Cece Winans, (producer) Alvin Love III

¿Quién contra nosotros? – Alex Zurdo, (producer) Angel “Xerran” L. Serrano

It Must Be Christmas – David Phelps, (producer) David Phelps

Tu Primero – Andy Alemany, (producers) Ivan Ruiz, Samuel Ash

The Advent of Christmas – Matt Maher, (producers) Matt Maher, Mitch Parks

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MUSICAL OF THE YEAR – CAT 36

SHORT FORM VIDEO OF THE YEAR – CAT 40

Come and See, Go and Tell – (creators) Lee Black, Jason Cox, (arranger & orchestrator) Marty Hamby

Awakening – Amanda Lindsey Cook, (director) Josh Hesami, (producer) Joshua Mohline

Jesus, Only King Forever – (creators) Jason Cox, Cliff Duren, Camp Kirkland, Phil Nitz

MEET THE NOMINEES

Take Me Back To Bethlehem – (creators) Sue C. Smith, Mason Brown, (arrangers) Mason Brown, Russell Mauldin Welcome to Bethlehem – (creators) Joel Lindsey, Jeff Bumgardner, Heidi Petak, (arranger & orchestrator) Daniel Semsen While the World Was Waiting – (creators) Marty Funderburk, Mike Harland, Cliff Duren, Phillip Keveren, Phil Nitz   YOUTH / CHILDREN’S MUSICAL OF THE YEAR – CAT 37 Random Acts of Christmas – (creators) Nick Robertson, Anna Lampe, Alisen Wells Straight Outta Bethlehem – (creator) Christy Semsen, (arranger) Daniel Semsen The Name of Jesus – (creators) Dale Mathews, Dana Anderson   CHORAL COLLECTION OF THE YEAR – CAT 38 Prince of Heaven – (creator) Travis Cottrell The Great American Church Songbook – (arranger & orchestrator) Cliff Duren The Worship of Christmas – (creators) Phil Barfoot, Bradley Knight   RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING OF THE YEAR – CAT 39 Victory – Bethel Music, (art director) Stephen James Hart, (graphic designer) Stephen James Hart, (photographers) Rachel Soh, Jordana Griffith The Wait – David Leonard, (art directors) David Leonard, Jason B. Jones, (graphic designer) Jordan Rubino, (photographer) Elliot Eicheldinger Hallelujah Here Below – Elevation Worship, (art directors) Ryan Hollingsworth, Jacob Boyles, (graphic designer) Jacob Boyles, (illustrator) Tyler Deeb, (photographers) Jacob Boyles, Steven Lester God Of The Impossible – Lincoln Brewster, (art director) Jason B. Jones, (graphic designer) Jordan Rubino, (photographer) Lee Steffen Native Tongue – Switchfoot, (art director) Carrie Smith, (graphic designer) Jordan Wetherbee, Tommy Steele, (photographer) Erick Frost

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Red Letters – Crowder, (director) Patrick Tohill, (producers) Leighton Ching, Rachel Baldwin, Shelley Giglio, Toni Crowder Haven’t Seen It Yet – Danny Gokey, (director) Ry Cox, (producer) Joel Hartz Let Go (Live at Hillsong Conference) – Hillsong Young & Free, (director) Nathaniel Redekop, (producers) Johnny Rays, Laura Toggs Love Theory – Kirk Franklin, (director) Matt DeLisi, (producer) Ben Skipworth   LONG FORM VIDEO OF THE YEAR – CAT 41 Only Jesus Visual Album – Casting Crowns, (director) Ashley Lollis, (producer) Kyle Lollis Holy Roar: Live From Church – Chris Tomlin, (director) Steven Lester, (producer) Matt Reed The Wait (Movie) – David Leonard, (director) Elliot Eicheldinger, (producers) The Creak Music, Integrity Music People (LIVE) – Hillsong UNITED, (directors) Nathaniel Redekop, Richard Cause, (producers) Johnny Rays, Joel Houston Survivor: Live From Harding Prison – Zach Williams, (director) Jace Freeman, (producer) Sean Clark   INSPIRATIONAL FILM OF THE YEAR – CAT 42 Breakthrough, (director) Roxann Dawson, (producers) DeVon Franklin, Jessica Dunn Indivisible, (director) David G. Evans, (producers) Darren Moorman, David G. Evans, Esther Evans Run The Race, (director) Chris Dowling, (producers) Darren Moorman, Jake McEntire, Ken Carpenter Unbroken: Path to Redemption, (director) Harold Cronk, (producers) Matt Baer, Mike Elliott Unplanned, (directors) Chuck Konzelman, Cary Solomon, (producers) Cary Solomon, Chris Jones, Chuck Konzelman, Daryl C. Lefever, Fabiano Altamura, Jason Stafford, Joe Knopp, Mark Cheatwood, Megan Harrington, Sheila Hart

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Gospel Artist Of The Year Contemporary Gospel/Urban Recorded Song “Love Theory” Short Form Video Love Theory Traditional Gospel Recorded Song “Kind God” (writer)

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Song “You Say” (writer) Songwriter (non-artist) Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song “You Say” Producer Of The Year Pop Contemporary Album Look Up Child (producer)

Gospel Artist Of The Year Song “Won’t He Do It” Contemporary Gospel Album Unstoppable Contemporary Gospel/Urban Recorded Song “Unstoppable”

T R AV IS GREEN E Gospel Artist of the Year

ET H AN H U L SE Songwriter (Non-Artist) Song “Known” (writer) Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song “Known” Worship Recorded Song “Stand In Your Love”

R A N JAC K S O N Worship Album Living Hope (producer)

I S R AEL H O U GH TO N Contemporary Gospel Album Road To DeMaskUs

M A RV I N SA P P Traditional Gospel Recorded Song “Kind God”

MIA FIEL DES Worship Song “Yes I Will” (writer)

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M AT T M A H E R Christmas / Special Event Album The Advent Of Christmas

CAST I N G C ROWN S Song “Only Jesus” (Mark Hall – writer) Songwriter Of The Year (Mark Hall – artist) Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song “Only Jesus” Pop/Contemporary Album Only Jesus Long Form Video Only Jesus Visual Album

WIL L IAM MU RPH Y Gospel Worship Recorded Song “Settle Here (Part 1)” Gospel Worship Album Settle Here

PAU L M A B U RY Song “You Say” (writer) Songwriter (non-artist) Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song “You Say” Producer Of The Year Pop Contemporary Album Look Up Child (producer)

B RYA N FOWLER Pop/Contemporary Album The Elements (producer) Worship Album Holy Roar (producer)

MICAH KU LPER Pop/Contemporary Album The Elements (producer)

DO N ALD LAWREN C E JAS O N N E L S O N Contemporary Gospel Album The Answer

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Traditional Gospel Album Goshen Traditional Gospel Recorded Song “Deliver Me (This Is My Exodus) (feat. LE ’AND RIA J OHN SON )”

Worship Song “Yes I Will” (writer) Worship Album Living Hope (producer)

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Two-time GRAMMY® award-winning Australian duo, for KING & COUNTRY, comprised of brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, released their much anticipated third studio album, burn the ships, to critical acclaim, including three Billboard Music Awards nominations. The album’s GRAMMY® nominated single, “joy.,” held the No. 1 spot for four consecutive weeks, marking the group’s highest debut on three Billboard charts. Their current single, “God Only Knows,” nominated tonight for Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year, reached #1 on the Billboard Audience chart and has accumulated over 27 million total streams. Their previous album, the gold-certified RUN WILD. LIVE FREE. LOVE STRONG. debuted at No. 1 on iTunes and produced two GRAMMYs® and four GMA Dove Awards. The duo is nominated tonight for five GMA Dove Awards including Song of the Year for “joy.”

music “Oh, hear my prayer tonight, I’m singing to the sky Give me strength to raise my voice, let me testify Oh, hear my prayer tonight, ‘cause this is do or die The time has come to make a choice And I choose joy Let it move you, let it move you, let it move you Yeah, I choose joy Let it move you, let it move, let it move you”

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Hillsong UNITED remains committed to creating a musical expression that speaks to the timeless message of the work of Christ, awakening churches and individuals to the truth of who He is. UNITED was birthed in the heart of the youth ministry of Hillsong Church in Australia, becoming a truly influential team that give artistic voice to the depth of knowledge of our Creator, calling all people toward Him. Comprised of an evolving, eclectic mix of musicians and songwriters, their smash single, “Oceans,” dominated Christian radio for a record 54 weeks. The platinum-selling artist has won an American Music Award, two Billboard Music Awards and nine GMA Dove Awards including the 2018 win for Worship Recorded Song of the Year for “So Will I (100 Billion X).” The group is also nominated for Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and will be performing on tonight’s show.

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Now and forever My soul cries out Once I was broken

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With over 1.8 billion career streams, 2 GRAMMY® Awards, 7 GMA Dove Awards, 5 Billboard Music Awards and 2 American Music Awards, platinum-selling artist Lauren Daigle’s presence as an artist and live performer continues to form a strong connection between her songs and her audience. Daigle notably performed on the 2019 Billboard Music Awards, the 2019 Recording Academy’s MusiCares Person of the Year Tribute Concert for Dolly Parton and a duet with Reba McEntire at the 2017 ACM Awards. Daigle is nominated for six GMA Dove Awards tonight including Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and Song of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year for “You Say.”

music “You say I am loved when I can’t feel a thing You say I am strong when I think I am weak And you say I am held when I am falling short And when I don’t belong, oh You say I am Yours And I believe Oh I believe What You say of me I believe”

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Since their debut in 2001, GRAMMY® nominated, multiple American Music Award and GMA Dove Award winners, MercyMe have sold more than 9 million units, garnered more than 58 No. 1 multi-format radio singles and four consecutive mainstream radio hits with “I Can Only Imagine,” “Here With Me,” “Homesick” and “So Long Self.” MercyMe made history in 2014 as “I Can Only Imagine” surpassed 2 million digital downloads, making it the first song in Christian music to go platinum and double-platinum in the digital domain. In 2009, Billboard named MercyMe’s “Word Of God Speak” the No. 1 Song of The Decade and the group the No. 1 Artist of the Decade in both the Christian Songs and Christian AC Songs categories, recognizing them as one of the industry’s most notable talents. The band was named Top Christian Artist at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards, scored their sixth GRAMMY® nomination and won their seventh American Music Award. The group was also the 2017 GMA Dove Award Winner for Artist Of The Year and will be performing on tonight’s show.

music “It’s easy to sing When there’s nothing to bring me down But what will I say When I’m held to the flame Like I am right nowI know

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You’re able and I know You can Save through the fire with Your mighty hand But even if You don’t My hope is You alone”

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With more than 12 million units in career sales and a whopping 19 GMA Dove Awards and seven GRAMMY® Awards, TobyMac’s career continues to soar. His 2015 RIAA Certified Gold studio album, THIS IS NOT A TEST garnered a GRAMMY® Award and Billboard Music Award nomination on top of debuting at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200. Each of his six studio solo projects have achieved Gold certification, a first for any artist in the history of his label, Capitol Christian Music Group. Among those is 2012’s EYE ON IT, which debuted atop the Billboard 200, only the third Christian album ever to do so. The Elements, his newest collection of music, includes the chart-topper, RIAA Gold Certified “I just need U.” Performing on tonight’s show, TobyMac is nominated for four GMA Dove awards including Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Everything.”

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While serving as the worship pastor at Journey Church in Tifton, GA, Austin French was featured, and ultimately finished as runner-up, on the first season of the ABC TV show “Rising Star.” After the show, Austin and his wife moved to Nashville and signed with Fair Trade Services to launch his debut album, “Wide Open.” The album has over 50 million streams and features hit singles “Freedom Hymn” and “Born Again.” He’s also had song placements on ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars,” “Good Morning America” and NBC’s “The Voice.”

JOSH BALDWIN Josh Baldwin joined the Bethel Music Collective in 2014 and regularly leads worship at Bethel Church while also touring domestically and internationally. His newest single “Let the Redeemed” released summer of 2019 and highlights God as a deliverer who leads us out of the desert. His single “Stand In Your Love,” featured on Bethel Music’s latest album VICTORY, ranked No. 2 on the Billboard Christian Airplay Chart. As a worship leader Josh enjoys creating space for people to feel seen, encouraged and invited into intimacy with God where true peace and hope is found.

KELONTAE GAVIN After a cafeteria worker at this high school captured Kelontae Gavin singing the Rev. Paul Jones’s “I Won’t Complain,” the video quickly went viral with nearly 2 million views. The amateur video also got the attention of GRAMMY® Award winning singer and songwriter Marquis Boone, who signed Kelontae to Tyscot Records. His debut EP, Higher, earned him a 2018 Stellar Music Award nomination and his album The Higher Experience debuted No. 1 on the Amazon Best Sellers Praise & Worship Digital Albums and No. 2 on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums.

RILEY CLEMMONS Named one of SoundExchange’s Top 20 Breakout Artists of 2018, Nashvillebased singer-songwriter Riley Clemmons has already garnered more than 50 million global career streams. The 19-year-old singer-songwriter carries a pop sound reinforced with spiritual depth far beyond her years, as evidenced by her debut self-titled album which includes lead single “Broken Prayers,” earning her the title of most streamed new female Christian artist and most played new female artist at Christian radio since debuting in 2018. With an ever-growing following on social media, including 13+ million views on YouTube and 50k social followers, Clemmons aims to be a voice echoing the importance of kindness to her peers and beyond.

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HILLSONG UNITED Hillsong UNITED remains committed to creating a musical expression that speaks to the timeless message of the work of Christ, awakening churches and individuals to the truth of who He is. UNITED was birthed in the heart of the youth ministry of Hillsong Church in Australia, becoming a truly influential team that give artistic voice to the depth of knowledge of our Creator, calling all people toward Him. Comprised of an evolving, eclectic mix of musicians and songwriters, their smash single, “Oceans,” dominated Christian radio for a record 54 weeks. The platinum-selling artist has won an American Music Award, two Billboard Music Awards and nine GMA Dove Awards including the 2018 win for Worship Recorded Song of the Year for “So Will I (100 Billion X).” The group is also nominated for Artist of the Year and will be performing on tonight’s show.

LAUREN DAIGLE

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

With over 1.8 billion career streams, 2 GRAMMY® Awards, 7 GMA Dove Awards, 5 Billboard Music Awards and 2 American Music Awards, platinum-selling artist Lauren Daigle’s presence as an artist and live performer continues to form a strong connection between her songs and her audience. Daigle notably performed on the 2019 Billboard Music Awards, the 2019 Recording Academy’s MusiCares Person of the Year Tribute Concert for Dolly Parton and a duet with Reba McEntire at the 2017 ACM Awards. Daigle is nominated for six GMA Dove Awards tonight including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “You Say.”

TAUREN WELLS Five-time GRAMMY® nominee Tauren Wells’ Hills and Valleys album has garnered over 275 million streams and his radio audience has surpassed 1.1 billion impressions. His GRAMMY®-nominated hit single “Hills and Valleys” was one of the most streamed Christian songs of 2017 according to Spotify, with over 100 million streams, and has been RIAA®-certified gold. He won the GMA Dove Award for Pop Contemporary Album in 2018. That same year, he also won GMA Dove Awards for Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year, New Artist of the Year, and Rap/Hip Hop Recorded Song for his collaboration with Social Club Misfits on their song “War Cry.” Whether husband, father, performer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist or worship academy founder, the deep desire to draw people closer to their identity in Christ is evident in all that he pursues. Tauren is also nominated tonight for Song of the Year and Pop Contemporary Song of the Year for “Known.”

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TOBYMAC With more than 12 million units in career sales and a whopping 19 GMA Dove Awards and seven GRAMMY® Awards, TobyMac’s career continues to soar. His 2015 RIAA Certified Gold studio album, THIS IS NOT A TEST garnered a GRAMMY® Award and Billboard Music Award nomination on top of debuting at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200. Each of his six studio solo projects have achieved Gold certification, a first for any artist in the history of his label, Capitol Christian Music Group. Among those is 2012’s EYE ON IT, which debuted atop the Billboard 200, only the third Christian album ever to do so. The Elements, his newest collection of music, includes the chart-topper, RIAA Gold Certified “I just need U.” Performing on tonight’s show, TobyMac is nominated for four GMA Dove awards including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Everything.”

ZACH WILLIAMS GRAMMY® and multi-GMA Dove Award winner Zach Williams’ music comes from a place of humility and honesty as his songs are a direct reflection of God’s redemption in his life. “Chain Breaker,” his record-breaking and first of three official RIAA®-certified gold singles, has impacted millions of people around the world, earning Williams his first GRAMMY® nomination in 2017 for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song, two Billboard Music Award nominations (Top Christian Song, Top Christian Album) and a 2018 American Music Award nomination for Favorite Artist - Contemporary Inspirational. He’s achieved two consecutive No. 1 radio hits for 35 weeks as a debut artist (“Chain Breaker,” “Old Church Choir”) and was named Billboard’s 2017 Top Christian Male Vocalist and New Artist of the Year. In 2018, he won the GMA Dove Award for Artist of the Year.

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ERNIE HAASE & SIGNATURE SOUND Since 2003, GRAMMY® nominated and GMA Dove Award winning group Ernie Haase & Signature Sound have traveled the world offering energy, excitement and encouragement through its powerful brand of gospel music. One of the most celebrated quartets in Southern Gospel History, EHSS is mentioned with the same trailblazing reverence as groups like The Statesmen Quartet and The Cathedral Quartet. EHSS has sung to millions worldwide from concerts in Latvia and India to South Africa and New Zealand, TV appearances on ESPN with NASCAR, multiple NBA appearances singing our National Anthem, and even a specialty tour of historic American theaters in support of the EHSS Broadway project.

GAITHER VOCAL BAND

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ARTIST OF THE YEAR

The Gaither Vocal Band has taken their songs across all 50 United States and around the world. They have performed to sold out crowds in the world’s most prestigious concert halls such as Carnegie Hall, Australia’s Sydney Opera House, The Kennedy Center and David’s Citadel in Jerusalem; from orphanages in South Africa to the White House, from Hawaii’s beaches and the rugged terrain of Alaska to the packed stadiums of Billy Graham Crusades in America’s largest cities. But the musical legacy of the Gaither Vocal Band cannot be solely defined by large crowds, or albums sold or even its longevity. The ingredients for success have also been in the songs they’ve performed and by those who have contributed their world-class voices and talents to the group, year after year. Over the years the group evolved, the personnel changed and each new talented singer brought with him a quality that redefined the group, winning them multiple GMA Dove Awards and GRAMMY® awards along the way for their intricate harmonies, great songs, high vocal standards and a genuine passion for communicating the good news at the highest level possible. The group is currently comprised of Bill Gaither, Wes Hampton, Todd Suttles, Adam Crabb and Reggie Smith.

JASON CRABB Jason Crabb has been honored with two GRAMMY® awards and 22 GMA Dove Awards along with a host of industry honors and recognitions. He is the youngest member to be inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, and his hometown of Beaver Dam, KY recognized him by naming a street as Jason Crabb Drive. Since his first solo release in 2009, Jason Crabb has performed at many of the world’s most prestigious stages including Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry, the Brooklyn Tabernacle and Billy Graham’s final crusade in NYC. Whatever the Road, Jason’s 2015 release, was nominated for a GRAMMY® for Best Contemporary Christian Album and his latest release, Unexpected, won a GRAMMY® in February 2019. The project was produced by Jay DeMarcus (Rascal Flatts) and features Gary LeVox (Rascal Flatts) and Kaya Jones, as well as a song written with disco icon, Gloria Gaynor.

JOSEPH HABEDANK Daywind recording artist Joseph Habedank is a GRAMMY® nominated, GMA Dove Award winning singer/songwriter and Singing News Magazine’s Soloist of the Year (2018, 2017). For ten years, he served first as baritone, then as the lead singer for one of Southern Gospel’s favorite family groups, the Perrys, and shared his songs in some of America’s greatest churches and venues, including the Brooklyn Tabernacle, Charles Stanley’s First Baptist Atlanta, The Grand Ole Opry, and the historic Ryman Auditorium. On the heels of his critically-acclaimed debut solo release, “Welcome Home,” he was awarded Singing News Magazine’s New Soloist of the Year. He’s written songs recorded by Reba McEntire (“Sing It Now”), The Booth Brothers, Brian Free & Assurance, Karen Peck & New River, The Hoppers, Ivan Parker, Jeff & Sheri Easter, and many more. He was also nominated for Singing News Magazine’s Male Vocalist of the Year, Lead Singer of the Year and Songwriter of the Year for three consecutive years.

KAREN PECK & NEW RIVER The voice of Gospel Music Hall of Fame member Karen Peck Gooch is unmistakable. Karen, with her popular trio New River, has enjoyed five GRAMMY® nominations as well as six GMA Dove Awards. Racking up 18 No. 1 hits including “Four Days Late,” which was named Song of the decade for 2000-2010 by The Singing News, the group has appeared on such prestigious stages as The Grand Ole Opry and Gaither Homecoming concerts. Evolving throughout the past three decades, Karen Peck & New River has firmly established a place at the forefront of Southern Gospel Music. They continue to deliver a progressive sound that is distinctive yet remains true to the traditional styling that has made them a fan favorite.

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JEKALYN CARR At the age of 22, Jekalyn Carr is already a GRAMMY® Award nominee, Billboard Music Award nominee, and GMA Dove Award-winning independent recording artist, profound speaker, entrepreneur, and author. As a top-selling independent recording artist, Carr earned seven career Billboard #1’s before the age of 21. She’s also been featured in the OWN Network show “Greenleaf” and most recently in the movie “Never Heard.” Carr also released her first book “You Will Win!: Inspirational Strategies to Help You Overcome” in 2018.

KIRK FRANKLIN

GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Performing on tonight’s show is incomparable and innovative artist, speaker and New York Times best-selling author, Kirk Franklin. He’s sold over 10 million albums, won 14 GRAMMY® Awards, 43 Stellar Gospel Music Awards, 20 GMA Dove Awards, 9 NAACP Image Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, three BET Music Awards and an American Music Award. He made history earlier this summer as the first artist to simultaneously top all five Billboard Gospel charts and was also honored as the first Gospel artist to receive the Billionaire honor from Pandora commemorating over 1.6 billion streams on the platform. Celebrating his 26th year in music, Kirk Franklin is nominated for five awards tonight including Contemporary Recorded Gospel Song of the Year for “Love Theory.”

KORYN HAWTHORNE First wowing audiences as a finalist on NBC’s The Voice, Koryn Hawthorne has continued to garner accolades over the past year, including a 2019 GRAMMY® Award nomination, a Billboard Music Award, an NAACP Image Award, and a Stellar Award, as well as winning her first GMA Dove Award in 2018. Her 2018 debut album, Unstoppable debuted #1 on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums chart and the chart-topper made history with her record-breaking #1 smash hit “Won’t He Do It” as the first female artist to hold the #1 spot for 41 weeks on the Billboard Hot Gospel Songs chart. She’s also nominated tonight for Song of the Year for “Won’t He Do It” and Contemporary Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for “Unstoppable.”

TASHA COBBS LEONARD Nominated for four GMA Dove Awards tonight, Tasha Cobbs Leonard has already won a GRAMMY® Award, six GMA Dove Awards, three Billboard Awards and 10 Stellar Awards. A bridge-building artist, she’s been Billboard’s Top Streaming Gospel Artist for the past four years consecutively with nearly 1 billion streams. Her album Heart. Passion. Pursuit. is the longest running #1 Gospel album in over three years and her hit single, “Break Every Chain” is RIAA®️ certified Platinum. She’s had three #1 singles on Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs chart including “Break Every Chain,” “For Your Glory” and “I’m Getting Ready” and her current single “You Know My Name” currently has over 62 million streams.

TRAVIS GREENE On a global mission to “bring the cool back to the worship experience and get people, especially the unchurched, excited,” the now three-time GRAMMY® nominee, GMA Dove Award winner and Billboard Music Award winner has had two #1 albums on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums Chart with The Hill and Crossover: Live from Music City. Winner of eleven 2017 Stellar Awards including Song of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year and CD of the Year, Greene also won the 2017 Billboard Music Award for Top Gospel Song “Made A Way.” His #1 hit “Intentional” was recently RIAA-Certified Gold®.

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“COUNTING EVERY BLESSING” WRITER(S): CHRIS LLEWELLYN, GARETH GILKESON

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing Letting go and trusting when I cannot see I am counting every blessing,

counting every blessing Surely every season you are good to me Oh, you are good to me

“EVERYTHING” WRITER(S): DAVID GARCIA, TOBY MCKEEHAN

SONG OF THE YEAR

I see You in everything, all day And every beat of my heart keeps reminding me I see You in every little thing, all day

No matter where I go I know Your love is finding me I see You in everything You’re all up in everything

“JOY.” WRITER(S): BEN GLOVER JOEL SMALLBONE LUKE SMALLBONE MATT HALES SETH MOSLEY STEPHEN BLAKE KANICKA TEDD TJORNHOM

Oh, hear my prayer tonight, I’m singing to the sky Give me strength to raise my voice, let me testify Oh, hear my prayer tonight, ‘cause this is do or die The time has come to make a choice

And I choose joy Let it move you, let it move you, let it move you Yeah, I choose joy Let it move you, let it move, let it move you

“KNOWN” WRITER(S): ETHAN HULSE, JORDAN SAPP, TAUREN WELLS

I’m fully known and loved by You You won’t let go no matter what I do And it’s not one or the other It’s hard truth and ridiculous grace

To be known fully known and loved by You I’m fully known and loved by You

“LIVING HOPE” WRITER(S): BRIAN JOHNSON, PHIL WICKHAM

The cross has spoken, I am forgiven The King of kings calls me His own Beautiful Savior, I’m Yours forever Jesus Christ, my living hope Hallelujah, praise the One who set me free

Hallelujah, death has lost its grip on me You have broken every chain There’s salvation in Your name Jesus Christ, my living hope

“ONLY JESUS” WRITER(S): BERNIE HERMS, MARK HALL, MATTHEW WEST

And I, I don’t want to leave a legacy I don’t care if they remember me Only Jesus

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And I, I’ve only got one life to live I’ll let every second point to Him Only Jesus

SONG OF THE YEAR

“RED LETTERS” WRITER(S): DAVID CROWDER, ED CASH

When I read the red letters And the ground began to shake The prison walls started falling And I became a free man that day For God so loved the whole wide world

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Sent His only Son to die for me Arms spread wide for the whole wide world His arms spread wide where mine should be Jesus changed my destiny

“THE BREAKUP SONG” WRITER(S): BART MILLARD, DAVID GARCIA, FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI

Fear, you don’t own me There ain’t no room in this story And I ain’t got time for you Telling me what I’m not Like you know me well guess what?

I know who I am I know I’m strong And I am free Got my own identity So fear, you will never be welcome here

“WHO YOU SAY I AM” WRITER(S): BEN FIELDING, REUBEN MORGAN

Who the Son sets free Oh, is free indeed I’m a child of God Yes, I am

In my Father’s house There’s a place for me I’m a child of God Yes, I am

“WON’T HE DO IT” WRITER(S): LOREN HILL, MAKEBA RIDDICK-WOODS, RICH SHELTON

Won’t He do it? He said He would Fight your battles for you They gon’ wonder how you sleep at night

Won’t He do it? Ah yes, He will Anybody tell you something different You know that’s a lie

“YOU SAY” WRITER(S): JASON INGRAM, PAUL MABURY, LAUREN DAIGLE

You say I am loved when I can’t feel a thing You say I am strong when I think I am weak And you say I am held when I am falling short

And when I don’t belong, oh You say I am Yours And I believe Oh I believe What You say of me I believe

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Who the Son sets free Oh, is free indeed I’m a child of God Yes, I am

In my Father’s house There’s a place for me I’m a child of God Yes, I am

“SURROUNDED (FIGHT MY BATTLES)” WRITERS: ELYSSA SMITH

WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR

It may look like I’m surrounded But I’m surrounded by You It may look like I’m surrounded But I’m surrounded by You It may look like I’m surrounded

But I’m surrounded by You This is how I fight my battles This is how I fight my battles This is how I fight my battles

“BUILD MY LIFE” WRITERS: PAT BARRETT, MATT REDMAN, BRETT YOUNKER, KIRBY KAPLE, KARL MARTIN

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And I will build my life upon Your love it is a firm foundation And I will put my trust in You alone And I will not be shaken

“LIVING HOPE” WRITERS: BRIAN JOHNSON, PHIL WICKHAM

The cross has spoken, I am forgiven The King of kings calls me His own Beautiful Savior, I’m Yours forever Jesus Christ, my living hope Hallelujah, praise the One who set me free

Hallelujah, death has lost its grip on me You have broken every chain There’s salvation in Your name Jesus Christ, my living hope

“YES I WILL” WRITERS: EDDIE HOAGLAND, MIA FIELDES, JONATHAN SMITH

Oh, yes I will, lift You high in the lowest valley Yes I will, bless Your name Oh, yes I will, sing for joy when my

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heart is heavy For all my days, oh yes I will For all my days, oh yes I will

“ONLY JESUS” WRITERS: BERNIE HERMS, MARK HALL, MATTHEW WEST

And I, I don’t want to leave a legacy I don’t care if they remember me Only Jesus

And I, I’ve only got one life to live I’ll let every second point to Him Only Jesus

“GOD ONLY KNOWS” WRITERS: JOSH KERR, JORDAN REYNOLDS, JOEL SMALLBONE, LUKE SMALBONE, TEDD TJORNHOM

God only knows what you've been through God only knows what they say about you God only knows how it's killing you But there's a kind of love that God only knows

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SONG OF THE YEAR

God only knows what you've been through God only knows what they say about you God only knows the real you There's a kind of love that God only knows

“THE BREAKUP SONG” WRITERS: BART MILLARD, DAVID GARCIA, FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI

Fear, you don’t own me There ain’t no room in this story And I ain’t got time for you Telling me what I’m not Like you know me well guess what? I know who I am

I know I’m strong And I am free Got my own identity So fear, you will never be welcome here

“YOU SAY” WRITERS: JASON INGRAM, PAUL MABURY, LAUREN DAIGLE

You say I am loved when I can’t feel a thing You say I am strong when I think I am weak And you say I am held when I am falling short

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And when I don’t belong, oh You say I am Yours And I believe Oh I believe What You say of me I believe

“KNOWN” WRITERS: ETHAN HULSE, JORDAN SAPP, TAUREN WELLS

I’m fully known and loved by You You won’t let go no matter what I do And it’s not one or the other It’s hard truth and ridiculous grace

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To be known fully known and loved by You I’m fully known and loved by You

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“IF GOD/NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD” WRITERS: CASEY J, JOHN WEBB JR., NATALIE LAUREN

If God be for me (Who can be) who can be against me (If God is with me, yeah) if God is with me, whom shall I fear (If no one knows me) if no one knows me

(Still His heart) still His heart adores me (I am safe) I am safe (I am loved) I am loved (I am healed) I am healed

“MY WORSHIP”

GOSPEL WORSHIP RECORDED

SONG OF THE YEAR

WRITERS: PHIL THOMPSON

You Lord, You are worthy And no one can worship You for me For all the things You’ve done for me And no one can worship You for me Here’s my worship

All of my worship Receive my worship All of my worship Here’s my worship All of my worship

“THIS IS A MOVE (LIVE)” WRITERS: TONY BROWN, BRANDON LAKE, NATE MOORE, TASHA COBBS LEONARD

We are here for You, come and do what You do We are here for You, come and do what You do We set our hearts on You, come and do what You do

Cause we need a move We need a move Can you shout that out, we need a move, We need a move yeah We need a move

“YOU’RE DOING IT ALL AGAIN ” WRITERS: NICOLE HARRIS, TODD DULANEY DAIGLE

He's doin' it all again ('Cause you're doin' it all again) Are you ready? ('Cause you're doing it all again) Come on, who's not singing? He won't change, oh (He won't change) (You're the same God)

You're the same God as you were yesterday (Never ending, same God) You won't change, oh (You won't change, you're the same God) Never ending love, yeah (Never ending, the same God)

“SETTLE HERE (PART 1)” WRITERS: WILLIAM MURPHY

Purify our hearts, Lord Purify our hearts, Lord Sanctify our hearts, Lord Sanctify our hearts, Lord Oh Lord, we need You

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We need to see You We’re desperate for You Now let Your glory settle here Settle here

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BREAKTHROUGH DIRECTOR: ROXANN DAWSON PRODUCER: DEVON FRANKLIN, JESSICA DUNN

The inspirational true story of one mother’s unfaltering love in the face of impossible odds. When Joyce Smith’s adopted son John falls through an icy Missouri lake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up. Her steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue to pray for John’s recovery, even in the face of every case history and scientific prediction. From producer DeVon Franklin (Miracles from Heaven) and adapted for the screen by Grant Nieporte (Seven Pounds) from Joyce Smith’s own book, Breakthrough is an enthralling reminder that faith and love can create a mountain of hope, and sometimes even a miracle.

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Fresh out of the seminary and basic training, Army chaplain Darren Turner receives orders to deploy to Iraq, leaving his wife behind to care for their three young children. The harsh realities of war soon take their toll on Turner and his battalion, making it hard to stay connected to his beloved family. When Darren finally comes home, the Turners must decide if they’re willing to face one more battle -- the fight to save their marriage.

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UNBROKEN: PATH TO REDEMPTION DIRECTOR: HAROLD CRONK PRODUCERS: MATT BAER, MIKE ELLIOTT

Haunted by nightmares of his horrific experiences, World War II hero Louis Zamperini meets and marries Cynthia Applewhite. Zamperini’s personal demons soon threaten to destroy his marriage until he hears the stirring words of Billy Graham in 1949. Embracing his newfound Christian faith, Louis starts to turn his life around by learning to forgive his former oppressors and spreading a message of peace and love.

RUN THE RACE DIRECTORS: CHUCK KONZELMAN, CARY SOLOMON PRODUCERS: MATT BAER, MIKE ELLIOTT

Against the backdrop of high school football and track, two brothers in a small, southern town face escalating problems as they cope with their mother’s death and their father’s abandonment. From executive producers Tim Tebow and Robby Tebow, Run the Race focuses on the strain and strength of the bonds of brotherhood.

UNPLANNED DIRECTORS: CHUCK KONZELMAN, CARY SOLOMON PRODUCERS: CARY SOLOMON, CHRIS JONES, CHUCK KONZELMAN, DARYL C. LEFEVER, FABIANO ALTAMURA, JASON STAFFORD, JOE KNOPP, MARK CHEATWOOD, MEGAN HARRINGTON, SHEILA HART

From Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman, the writers/co-producers of God’s Not Dead, comes a film that speaks to one of the most polarizing topics of our day. Unplanned is an eye-opening look inside the abortion industry from a woman who was once its most passionate advocate. After reading Abby Johnson’s best-selling book of the same title, Cary and Chuck were moved to bring this inspiring true story to the big screen, giving voice to a woman who has been on both sides of the abortion conversation.

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The 6th Annual GMA Honors and Hall of Fame Ceremony was held this evening at Lipscomb University in Nashville. Legendary CCM artist Don Moen, President and CEO of New Day Christian Distributors Dottie Leonard Miller, southern gospel artist Janet Paschal and GRAMMYÂŽ awardwinning gospel singer Tramaine Hawkins were inducted into the GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame. The event also honored individuals and organizations that are impacting our culture both past and present. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honorees included Don Finto for Caleb Company, R. H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund, Premier Foundation and country group Rascal Flatts. The event featured heartfelt tributes and memorable performances by Christian and Gospel music all-stars and special

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guests, including Governor Bill Lee, Dr. Bobby Jones, Gloria Gaither, Joel Smallbone, Jonathan McReynolds, Kelontae Gavin, Paul Baloche, TaRanda Greene, The Martins and many more. GMA Honors will return next year on May 6, 2020. For more information, visit gospelmusichalloffame.org.

IMMERSE CONFERENCE

The Gospel Music Association’s annual IMMERSE Conference was held June 10-12 at Lipscomb University. IMMERSE has grown to become the premiere training experience for artists, songwriters and worship leaders. Our industry’s top creatives and business leaders come together for 3 days to invest in the next generation.

This is the third year in a row the GMA has added an “A-List Experience” Upgrade for IMMERSE Registrants. In addition to preferred seating and artist meet & greets, this year A-Listers were able to tour Capitol Christian Music Group and have a private lunch and Q&A with label President and CEO, Peter York.

Participating artists included Steffany Gretzinger, Jay Demarcus of Rascal Flatts, Austin French,Tommee Proffitt, Casey J, Meredith Andrews, Jasmine Murray, and more, in addition to keynotes from Matthew West, Anthony Brown and Grant Skeldon.

Registration is now open for IMMERSE 2020. Visit ExperienceImmerse.com for more details.

MEET THE GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION BOARD EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

GMA BOARD & PARTNERS

Scott Brickell, BrickHouse Entertainment, Chairman EJ Gaines, Motown Gospel, Secretary Ed Harper, The Harper Agency Ed Leonard, Daywind Music Group Linda Bloss-Baum, SoundExchange Michael Miller, MediaShout, Treasurer Mike Snider, William Morris Endeavor Rod Riley, Chick-fil-A Zach Wamp, Zach Wamp Consulting

DIRECTORS, VICE PRESIDENTS AND REPRESENTATIVES Bill Reeves, EMF Broadcasting Chris Estes, Bethel Music Chris Hauser, Hauser Promotions Clarke Beasley, National Quartet Convention, Inc. Demetrus Alexander, CW Entertainment Eboni Funderburk, EFG Promotions Eric Eitel, MediaShout Henry Alonzo, Adarga Entertainment Group Howard Gentry, Metropolitan Government of Nashville Jayme Thompson, Wellhouse Entertainment Jonathan Brown, Integrity Music Leslie Roberts, BMI Lloyd Parker, WAY Media, Inc. Malcolm Hawker, CCLI Mark Maxwell, Attorney Melissa Chalos, Pandora Michael Guido, PR Ministries

Mike Harland, LifeWay Worship Phil Thornton, RCA Inspiration Dr. Randy Lowry, Lipscomb University Roy Morgan, Premier Productions Ryan Dokke, Curb/ Word Entertainment Steve Blair, Apple Music Zane King, Compassion International GMA FOUNDATION BOARD Zach Wamp, Zach Wamp Consulting, Chairman Charles Dorris, Charles Dorris & Associates Mary Brandes, Tibbets Lumber David Bunce, Bessemer Trust Dr. DeForest Blake “Buster” Soaries, Jr. First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens Paul Sizelove, Gaither Music Group

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