Every week brings a fresh batch of Christian music into the world—new albums, EPs, and songs from artists we know and artists we’re just discovering. New This Week is our chance to explore some of the music that has just been released, learn a little about the artists and their new music, and perhaps discover something that deserves a place in your playlist. So let’s take a look at what’s New This Week in Christian music!
🎙️ BONUS SECTION: As a bonus for those who make it all the way through our list, we’ve added a new section featuring new songs of faith from artists outside our usual Christian music family—including some familiar names you might not expect to see here, like KID ROCK!
💿New Albums & EPs
Brian Doerksen – Breathing
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Brian Doerksen — Breathing: The final album from beloved worship songwriter Brian Doerksen arrives as a deeply meaningful gift to the Church. Released posthumously following Doerksen’s passing in July, Breathing brings together 13 songs he had written and recorded before his death, offering one more collection from the man whose songs—including “Come, Now Is the Time to Worship,” “Refiner’s Fire,” “Faithful One,” and “Hope of the Nations”—have been sung by Christians around the world. While the circumstances surrounding its release inevitably give the album an added poignancy, Breathing stands on its own as a final expression of Doerksen’s lifelong calling to write songs of worship, faith, hope, and honest dependence upon God.
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Charles Billingsley – Replay
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Charles Billingsley — Replay: With Replay, Charles Billingsley revisits ten songs that have played a significant role in Christian music history, giving each one a fresh arrangement while preserving the message that made these songs timeless. The album includes beloved selections such as “It Is Well,” “Midnight Cry,” “His Strength Is Perfect,” “People Need the Lord,” and a “Grave Robber / Ain’t No Grave” medley, along with special appearances from Russ Taff, Steve Green, and TaRanda Greene. Billingsley describes the project as both “nostalgic and fresh,” with the goal of keeping the songs he grew up singing alive for a new generation.
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Tauren Wells – Here Comes The Church (Live)
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Tauren Wells — Here Comes The Church (Live): Tauren Wells brings his first live worship album to life with Here Comes The Church (Live), a 17-song celebration of the Church and its calling to point people toward Jesus. Recorded before a sold-out crowd at Austin City Limits Moody Theater, the album brings together an extraordinary collection of voices from across Christian music, Gospel, worship, and Christian hip-hop, including Naomi Raine, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Israel Houghton, Hulvey, Abbie Gamboa, Tiffany Hudson, Todd Galberth, and Pastor Mike Jr. From “Thank You For The Cross” and “Let The Church Sing” to “Here Comes The Church” and “The Invitation,” Wells uses the live setting to celebrate the diversity of Christ’s Church while emphasizing its shared identity in Jesus. As Wells puts it, the album is his expression of love for the Church—the one thing Jesus said He would build.
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Todd Dulaney – Back To The Book II
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Todd Dulaney — Back To The Book II: Gospel artist and worship leader Todd Dulaney returns to the concept that has been central to his ministry with Back To The Book II, an 11-track project built around Scripture and worship. The album includes songs drawn directly from the Psalms, including “Psalm 24” and “Psalm 23,” alongside worship songs such as “Mighty One,” “The Only One,” “All Of The Glory,” “We Say Yes,” and “Love You Lord.” Dulaney has described his approach to this series as creating music directly from the Bible, grounding the songs in God’s Word rather than simply personal emotion. Released October 2 on Fair Trade Services, Back To The Book II continues Dulaney’s long-running mission of turning Scripture into powerful contemporary Gospel and worship music.
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Kim Walker-Smith – Known and Loved
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Kim Walker-Smith — Known and Loved: Worship leader Kim Walker-Smith turns her attention toward a younger generation with Known and Loved, an 11-song children’s worship album created in partnership with TruPlay. Built around the simple but powerful truth that every child is fully known and fully loved by God, the album explores themes of faith, courage, identity, fear, and God’s presence through songs written for characters from TruPlay’s Bible-based games. Several songs had already been introduced as singles, including “Armor On (Benjamin’s Song),” which draws from Ephesians 6, and “Friends with the Fire (Isabella’s Song),” inspired by Jesus’ declaration that He is the Light of the World. Released October 2, Known and Loved offers children worship music that is intentionally written for the experiences and questions they face while keeping its focus firmly on the love of God.
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The Light Superior – Dayspring
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The Light Superior — Dayspring: Amarillo, Texas metalcore band The Light Superior makes its full-length debut with Dayspring, a seven-song album that brings an unmistakably Christian perspective into a sound built on crushing guitars, breakdowns, screamed vocals, and soaring melodies. Released October 2 through Rottweiler Records, the album moves from the atmospheric opening of “Genesis” through previously released songs such as “Ghost” and “Dark Moon” to the title track, “Solid Ground,” “Revelation,” and a reimagined version of “Dark Moon.” The album’s journey from darkness toward light is reflected not only in its titles but in its underlying message of faith, hope, stability, and redemption, making Dayspring an intriguing addition to the Christian metalcore landscape.
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Lakewood Music – House Of Worship (Deluxe)
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Lakewood Music — House Of Worship (Deluxe): Lakewood Music expands its 2026 worship album with House Of Worship (Deluxe), an 18-track collection that combines the original recordings with new live performances, Worship Together sessions, and fresh collaborations. Among the additions are live versions of “Thank The Lord,” “Rejoice Again,” and “Abundance of Rain,” along with “Inhabit” featuring Leeland and “Made You Well” featuring Tauren Wells. The project continues Lakewood Music’s stated mission of creating music that turns listeners’ attention toward Jesus and gives them language to worship Him, while the new recordings capture more of the atmosphere in which these songs are sung at Lakewood Church.
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Keith & Kristyn Getty – My Love Is Love Unknown – EP
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Keith & Kristyn Getty — My Song Is Love Unknown – EP: Keith and Kristyn Getty return to the timeless language of hymnody with this four-song EP, released October 2 through Getty Music. The project brings together four beloved hymns in new recordings featuring a remarkable collection of voices: Joanne Hogg joins the Gettys on the title track, Sonya Isaacs Yeary appears on “Give Me Jesus,” Fernando Ortega joins them for “Breathe On Me, Breath of God,” and the Getty Girls contribute to “What a Friend We Have in Jesus.” The title hymn, “My Song Is Love Unknown,” reflects on Christ’s incarnation, suffering, death, and sacrificial love, making the EP a particularly fitting collection for worship, reflection, and remembering the gospel at the heart of these enduring songs.
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Vineyard Worship – Reign Forevermore – EP
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Vineyard Worship — Reign Forevermore – EP: Vineyard Worship returns with a four-song collection recorded live at Riverside Vineyard in London, bringing together songs written by members of Vineyard churches across the UK and Ireland and friends from other church networks. Released October 2, Reign Forevermore is centered on the eternal reign of Jesus, with the title track declaring His holiness, worthiness, and kingship while looking forward to the restoration of creation and the day when all that is broken will be made new. The EP was created with local churches in mind, giving congregations new songs to incorporate into worship while capturing the energy and communal nature of a live Vineyard gathering.
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K-LOVE Kids – K-Love Kids, Vol. 02
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K-LOVE Kids — K-LOVE Kids, Vol. 02: K-LOVE Kids returns with a second collection of kid-friendly versions of songs from some of today’s favorite Christian artists. Released October 2, the 15-song album brings the message of Christian music to a younger audience with songs including “Honestly, We Just Need Jesus,” “Dusty Bibles,” “Washed,” “Heaven on My Mind,” and “World On Fire.” K-LOVE describes the project as part of its mission to help children grow closer to Jesus through music and other faith-centered content created specifically for them. With familiar Christian themes presented in an accessible format for kids, K-LOVE Kids, Vol. 02 is a natural addition to this week’s new releases for families looking for music that points children toward faith.
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Welker Family Music Group – Love Gets The Victory
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Welker Family Music Group — Love Gets The Victory: Led by Pastors William and Katie Welker, Welker Family Music Group delivers a ten-song Gospel collection centered on faith, hope, perseverance, and the victory believers have through Jesus Christ. The album includes songs such as “You Are The God Who Guides Us Through,” “The Bible Is My Road Map,” “The Battle Is Not Mine,” and “Honoring His Name,” with the title track establishing the project’s central message that God’s love ultimately triumphs over whatever challenges we face. Released through Faith Wave Record Company, Love Gets The Victory is described as a collection of original songs written to encourage people who are hurting and remind them that “love gets the victory.”
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🎶New Songs
Amber Lynn feat. Chris Blue – “And It Changes Everything”
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Amber Lynn feat. Chris Blue — “And It Changes Everything”: Amber Lynn joins forces with Gospel vocalist Chris Blue for a bright, soulful new single about the transforming power of God’s love, hope, and grace. Released October 2, the song blends modern CCM with pop-gospel and Southern Gospel influences as the two vocalists trade verses and come together in rich harmonies. At its heart is a simple but powerful message: God’s love can change everything, bringing hope and giving us reason to look toward a brighter day. Lynn, a longtime Southern Gospel artist and member of 11th Hour, says her prayer is that everyone who hears the song will be reminded that God’s love is still changing lives.
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Francesca Battistelli – “Won’t Miss A Moment”
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Francesca Battistelli — “Won’t Miss A Moment”: Francesca Battistelli returns with a heartfelt reminder to slow down and treasure the moments that matter most in “Won’t Miss A Moment,” her second new original song following an eight-year break from releasing new music. Released October 2, the piano-and-strings-driven pop song reflects on the tension between life’s responsibilities and the fleeting nature of time, encouraging us to recognize the blessings unfolding right in front of us rather than allowing them to pass unnoticed. The song follows Battistelli’s return with “He Will,” a worshipful declaration of God’s faithfulness, and continues the deeply personal direction of her new music as she draws from her experiences of family, motherhood, and faith.
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Mack Brock – “Praise Upon Praise (Live at The River)”
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Mack Brock — “Praise Upon Praise (Live at The River)”: Worship leader Mack Brock returns with a powerful live declaration of God’s worthiness in “Praise Upon Praise (Live at The River),” released October 2 as the first single from his upcoming live album. Recorded during a July worship gathering at The River in Toronto, the song was written by Brock with David Leonard, Chris Davenport, and Jesse Reeves and builds around a simple, unmistakable purpose: giving all glory to God. Brock says he wanted the song to focus not on what we need from God, but simply on the truth that “You’re worthy of praise,” and the lyrics echo the worship described in Revelation, bringing together the voices of every generation, tribe, and tongue in praise of Jesus, the King of kings.
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Kaleb Carson – “I Know A Name”
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Kaleb Carson — “I Know A Name”: Kaleb Carson steps into the spotlight with his debut solo single, a soulful rendition of the Elevation Worship anthem “I Know A Name.” Released October 2, the song is a straightforward declaration of faith in the power, hope, and peace found in the name of Jesus, a message that Carson says is especially personal after the difficult circumstances he has faced throughout his life. Carson’s gospel roots and contemporary R&B style give the worship song a distinctive vocal character, while his own testimony brings added weight to its message of trusting the One who has the answers even when we do not. Apple Music classifies the new single as Christian, and the release is Carson’s first solo recording following his collaboration with Anthony Evans on “You’re Not Finished.”
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Eighteen Mile – “Tears On the Altar”
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Eighteen Mile — “Tears On the Altar”: South Carolina bluegrass gospel group Eighteen Mile draws from a powerful real-life experience for “Tears On the Altar,” a new song about praying for loved ones who don’t yet know Jesus. Released October 2, the song was written by guitarist Carson Aaron after the group played at a church in Florida where an old-fashioned altar call followed a message encouraging people to pray for their unsaved loved ones; afterward, Aaron noticed that the stairs at the altar were wet with the tears of those who had been praying. That moment became the inspiration for a song about surrender, prayer, and trusting in the power and mercy of God. With its gentle, traditional bluegrass arrangement and tight three-part harmonies, “Tears On the Altar” sounds like a song that could have been part of the bluegrass gospel tradition for generations.
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Steven Perez & Freddrick HalleluYAH & J Payne
“Back At It”
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Steven Perez & Freddrick HalleluYAH!!! & J Payne — “Back At It”: Three voices from the Christian hip-hop world come together for “Back At It,” a hard-hitting new collaboration built around resilience, faith, and returning to the mission after facing adversity. Released October 2, the track combines heavy drums, deep bass, modern trap elements, and a dark cinematic backdrop as Steven Perez, Freddrick HalleluYAH!!!, and J Payne each bring their own perspective to the song’s message of refusing to stay down and continuing forward in faith. The result is an energetic Christian rap anthem for anyone who has been tested, challenged, or counted out but remains determined to pick up the mission again.
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Olivia Lane – “Mother’s Eyes”
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Olivia Lane — “Mother’s Eyes”: Olivia Lane brings a deeply personal perspective to “Mother’s Eyes,” a new Christian single released October 2 through BEC Recordings. The song reflects on the influence of a mother’s faith and the way the spiritual legacy passed from one generation to another can shape the person we become. Lane, whose music has increasingly centered on faith and Scripture—including songs such as “Songs About Jesus,” “The Gospel,” and “Who God Says You Are”—uses this new release to celebrate the enduring impact of a mother’s example and the faith she passes on. Apple Music classifies “Mother’s Eyes” as Christian, confirming it as a natural fit for this week’s New This Week collection.
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m1L – “Life Changes”
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m1L — “Life Changes”: Christian rap artist m1L looks back on the experiences that ultimately led him to a life in Christ in “Life Changes,” a new single released October 2 through Polished Arrow Music and Headnod Music Group. Built on classic boom-bap drums and a sample-driven production from fellow Polished Arrow artist Elan Brio, the song uses m1L’s personal story to explore the transformation that comes through faith in Jesus. The song’s message is rooted in Romans 12:2, which calls believers to be transformed through the renewing of their minds, making “Life Changes” both a personal testimony and a declaration of the life-changing power of Christ.
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Beach Chapel – “VCR”
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Beach Chapel — “VCR”: Beach Chapel brings a worshipful indie-pop sound to this week’s new music with “VCR,” a new single released October 2. The song comes from the Encinitas, California-based Christian music project associated with Beach Chapel church, whose ministry centers on encountering Jesus and carrying His hope into everyday life. (beachchapel.org) “VCR” is also being picked up by multiple Christian-music playlists and release guides, including NewReleaseToday, which categorizes the new single specifically as Worship. (newreleasetoday.com) With its contemporary alternative sound and place within Beach Chapel’s broader worship catalog, “VCR” offers a different musical texture from many of the more traditional worship and Gospel releases arriving this week. (music.amazon.com)
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Matthew Plante – “GOD FEARING!”
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Matthew Plante — “GOD FEARING!”: Canadian Christian hip-hop artist Matthew Plante brings an uncompromising declaration of faith to “GOD FEARING!,” a high-energy new single released October 2 through DREAM Records. Following recent releases including “GOD FIRST!” and “LOST SOULS!,” Plante combines hard-hitting hip-hop production with lyrics centered on living boldly for God and refusing to compromise his faith. The track continues the young artist’s growing catalog of music built around his testimony and his desire to point listeners toward Christ, while its forceful production gives the message an energetic, modern edge.
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🎙️Faith Beyond the Christian Scene
Sometimes a song of faith comes from an artist outside the Christian music scene, and when that happens, we think it’s worth taking a moment to listen.
Kid Rock – “James 1:17 (Jesus Is King)”
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Kid Rock steps into explicitly Christian music with “James 1:17 (Jesus Is King),” a passionate new single built around the New Testament declaration that every good and perfect gift comes from God. Released October 1, the song draws directly from Rock’s own account of his spiritual journey, moving from reflections on his past and mistakes toward a bold proclamation of faith in Jesus Christ. The hand-clapping, rock-driven chorus repeatedly declares that “Jesus is King,” while the song’s title carries additional personal significance for Rock because his middle name is James and January 17 is his birthday. The single is the first release from Halfway 2 Jesus, a forthcoming faith-focused album that Rock says grew out of his desire to make music celebrating Jesus through his own blend of rock, country, and hip-hop.
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The Oak Ridge Boys – “How Great Thou Art”
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The Oak Ridge Boys return to one of the most beloved hymns of the Christian faith with a stripped-down new recording of “How Great Thou Art,” released October 2 as the latest preview of their forthcoming album Buried Treasures. The new version has a particularly meaningful origin: tenor Ben James sang the hymn a cappella inside an old church along the Mississippi River, and after Duane Allen saw a video of the performance, the group began incorporating it into their live shows before deciding it belonged on the new album. The Oaks first recorded “How Great Thou Art” in 1967 and have returned to it several times over the decades, but this intimate new arrangement connects the group’s enduring Gospel roots with the voice of its newest member.
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