Natalie Grant Signs To Capitol CMG With First Project ‘Christmas’ Set For October
Natalie Grant. Photo: Hannah Corwin
Five-time GMA Dove Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Natalie Grant has signed to Capitol CMG, marking an exciting new chapter in her career.
Along with the signing news, Grant also announced her new holiday album Christmas, is set for release Oct. 3, arriving nearly 20 years after her beloved debut Christmas album Believe. Christmas brings new light to beloved classics like“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” and the Ella Fitzgerald-inspired swing of “Jingle Bells,” and also introduces two originals: the sweeping, six-minute ballad “God’s Gift” and the playful “Christmas Looks Good on You,” inspired by family traditions. The project was recorded alongside Grant’s husband and longtime collaborator, Grammy-winning composer/producer Bernie Herms.
“We are beyond thrilled to welcome Natalie to the Capitol Christian Music Group family,” says Brad O’Donnell, Co President at Capitol .”We’ve been fans for a long time and it’s an honor to partner with her on this project—especially as she marks 20 years since her first holiday release. “’Christmas’” is a classic and timeless collection of holiday songs that will resonate with fans of all genres and generations.”
“It’s been 20 years since my last Christmas album, and making another one has been a dream in my heart for so long,” says Grant. “Christmas is my favorite time of year, and I set out to create something timeless – full of nostalgia, warmth, and a few new songs that could stand beside the classics. I’m beyond excited to be partnering with Capitol CMG for the first time. Their passion and vision for this project made them the perfect home and the timing couldn’t be better. This is a partnership that just makes sense on so many levels, and I’m truly excited about what the future holds together.”
In celebration of the new album, Grant and Danny Gokey will embark on the 10th annual “Celebrate Christmas Tour” kicking off Dec. 4, spreading Christmas cheer to 11 cities across Tennessee, Florida, Virginia, D.C. and beyond.
In addition to garnering nearly one billion streams and multiple number No. 1 albums and singles, Grant is also a respected author of 11 books, including the Glimmer Girls series for tween girls. As an active philanthropist, she is the co-founder of Hope for Justice, a non-profit that fights against human trafficking through programs in the U.S. and globally that help more than 150,000 adults and children each year.
