Charles Kelley. Photo: Gus Black
Known for his work with Lady A, Charles Kelley is stepping into a new creative space with his new solo project, Songs for a New Moon. The 16-track project is more than just an album, it’s a deeply personal soundtrack to transformation, healing and fearless creativity, offering a fresh perspective while staying grounded in the artistry fans have come to expect.
“I didn’t set out to make a solo album,” Kelley admits to MusicRow. “The music kinda dictated it.” Over the past few years, he found himself writing constantly, sometimes with the intention of pitching songs to other artists, sometimes with Lady A in mind. But something shifted.
“The more I kept writing toward this musical direction,” he says, “it felt like, lyrically, it was my personal story. It just didn’t feel like something I could bring to the band. I mean, I can’t walk in and say, ‘Hey, guys. I’ve gone through this crazy life change, and now I wanna make a whole album about me,’” he laughs.
That “crazy life change” was his journey to sobriety, and the emotional reckoning that came with it. Songs for a New Moon is Kelley’s sonic journal, born from vulnerability and shaped by a new sense of artistic freedom. From the shimmering echoes of ‘80s pop to the raw introspection in his lyrics, every track reflects a chapter of a deeply personal evolution. 
“I wanted to fully commit to something new,” Kelley says. “To unapologetically write about my own personal journey and be really specific about it.” This commitment to honesty and individuality gave him the freedom to play with new sounds and push genre boundaries. “With Lady A, there’s a box we operate within. It’s country-pop, and there are rules. With this, I didn’t have to follow any of them.”
The result is a polished, retro-leaning album that lets Kelley dive into the musical influences that have always pulled at his heartstrings. “I’m probably more inspired by ‘70s and ‘80s rock and pop than anything,” he says. “You’ll hear some yacht rock, R&B and even a little soul in there. I got to layer vocals and use sounds I’ve never been able to explore before.”
It wasn’t just the music that changed, it was the process. For Kelley, the independence of making Songs for a New Moon reignited a joy he hadn’t felt in years. “I’ve never had so much fun in the writing room before,” he says. “We were just throwing things at the wall, crazy chords, synths, whatever felt right.”
That playful energy is grounded by the album’s emotional core. The lyrical direction was intentional and unwavering. “I told the writers I wanted everything to relate back to the past three years,” Kelley says. “This sobriety journey, yes, but also what it’s taught me about life, love and what really matters.”
Songs like “Covering My Tracks” delve into that personal reckoning. Others, like “Can’t Be Alone Tonight,” capture the loneliness and longing he felt during treatment. The record’s lead single, “Can’t Lose You,” captures the tone of the album in both sound and spirit. “It sums up the feel of the whole thing—hopeful, nostalgic and real,” Kelley says.
Despite his decades-long success with Lady A, stepping out on his own again brought a new kind of clarity. “The biggest growth for me was just enjoying the process,” he reflects. “I’m learning not to live so much in fear—of failure, of success, of what’s next. Just live, make the best decisions you can, and be okay with the outcome.”
And he’s not leaving Lady A behind, in fact, he sees his solo venture as something that will enrich the band’s future. “It’ll always be a major part of my life, probably more so than anything,” he says. “But now I can bring a new excitement and less fear into what we do together.”
As for what he hopes fans take away from Songs for a New Moon? Authenticity.
“I hope they realize this is an authentic representation of who I am,” Kelley says. “I’m just having fun with music again. And maybe someone out there will hear something that helps them through whatever they’re facing.”
In Songs for a New Moon, Kelley isn’t chasing hits, he’s chasing truth. And in doing so, he’s created something that doesn’t just mark a new chapter in his career, it opens a new one in his life.
Songs For A New Moon Track List:
1. “Can’t Lose You” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
2. “Covering My Tracks” (Sam Ellis, Meg Mcree, Benjy Davis, Charles Kelley)~
3. “Take Back Goodbye” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Kear)*
4. “Run” (Sam Ellis, Derrick Southerland, Charles Kelley)~
5. “Can’t Be Alone Tonight” (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Jon Green)~
6. “Here With Me” (Brandon Flowers, Fran Healy, Dave Keuning, Mark Stoermer, Ronnie Vannucci)~
7. “Angel Eyes” (Sam Ellis, Micah Premnath, Charles Kelley)~
8. “How Gone” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
9. “Lost And The Lonely” (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Joybeth Taylor, Thomas Archer)~
10. “Never Let You Go” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
11. “Full Time Fool” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Kear)*
12. “Photograph” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
13. “Kiss Thing Thing Goodbye” (Charles Kelley, Josh Kear, Mark Holman)#
14. “Driving And Listening To Music” (Charles Kelley, Adam Doleac, Devin Dawson, Brad Tursi, Jordan Schmidt)+
15. “Time After Time” (Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman)~
16. “Look What We Did” (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Laura Veltz)~
* Produced by Lindsay Rimes
~ Produced by Sam Ellis
# Produced by Nathan Chapman
+ Produced by Devin Dawson, Jordan Schmidt
Humanable Partners With Symphonic Distribution To Identify AI-Free Music
/by Lauryn SinkPictured (L-R): Randall Foster (Symphonic), Lili McGrady and Tim Wipperman (Humanable)
Humanable has entered into a strategic partnership with Symphonic Distribution. Under the partnership, Humanable will certify master recordings from Symphonic artists and writers as created without the use of generative AI through the unique Humanable certification system.
The Symphonic roster will now be given the opportunity to opt-in to Humanable’s platform, which enables music creators to easily certify that their songwriting, performances or recordings were created without the use of generative AI. Once certified, the song will receive the “H pick” icon. To date, the company has already certified 3.4 million songs.
“Symphonic has always been a leader in innovations that benefit not only the artists who use their platform, but also the greater creative community, and the Humanable solution aids in this by certifying the creators as humans before release,” says Tim Wipperman, CEO of Humanable. “By certifying the songs distributed by Symphonic as GenAI-free, we can ensure that artists get full copyright protection and full royalties from their uses. We’re grateful to Jorge, Randall, and the Symphonic team for their belief in Humanable, and for their desire to offer their artists a simple, foolproof way to accomplish their goals.”
“It’s long past time for DSPs and other distributors to adopt an industry standard like Humanable to label GenAI music,” shares Randall Foster, Chief Creative Officer at Symphonic. “Consumers and music fans deserve to know whether or not what they’re listening to and paying money for has been made with the use of GenAI, and we’re glad to take the lead in the marketplace in protecting them and our artists and songwriters.”
Humanable’s “H Pick” certification symbol
Jay Webb Inks With Sony Music Publishing Nashville
/by Madison HahnenPictured (L-R, front row): Josh Van Valkenburg, Jay Webb and Rusty Gaston. (L-R, back row): Dale Bobo, Jacob Knight, Tom Luteran and Cam Caldwell. Photo: Amy Allmand
Jay Webb has signed a global publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing Nashville.
“Songwriting is where the magic happens, and it’s always been my goal to write music that real people can relate to,” shares Webb. “To now have the chance to do that with Sony is a dream come true. Josh [Van Valkenburg] was one of the first people I met in Nashville and has been a huge mentor of mine since day one. I’m grateful for his belief in me and excited to see what we can build together!”
Hailing from Alabama, Webb split his time between small town living and the big city, using music to cope with his turbulent upbringing. He picked up the writing pen as a teenage, and made demos in his bedroom. He started growing his fanbase through his independently released tracks.
Webb released his authentic ballad “One More Shot” earlier this month. The lyrics paint the picture of trying to numb life’s low points through the bottom of a bottle. The single serves as a preview to his newly announced album Where To Find Me, due July 25.
“Jay Webb is a superstar in the making,” says Van Valkenburg. “His authenticity resonates with an audience that’s fighting through the same struggles he so vulnerably sings about from his own life experience. He’ll also drop an anthem on you that’s perfect for a hot day on a pontoon boat. It’s an honor to be a part of his journey and to champion his songwriting career.”
Charles Kelley Finds Renewal & Reflection On New Solo Album [Interview]
/by Madison HahnenCharles Kelley. Photo: Gus Black
Known for his work with Lady A, Charles Kelley is stepping into a new creative space with his new solo project, Songs for a New Moon. The 16-track project is more than just an album, it’s a deeply personal soundtrack to transformation, healing and fearless creativity, offering a fresh perspective while staying grounded in the artistry fans have come to expect.
“I didn’t set out to make a solo album,” Kelley admits to MusicRow. “The music kinda dictated it.” Over the past few years, he found himself writing constantly, sometimes with the intention of pitching songs to other artists, sometimes with Lady A in mind. But something shifted.
“The more I kept writing toward this musical direction,” he says, “it felt like, lyrically, it was my personal story. It just didn’t feel like something I could bring to the band. I mean, I can’t walk in and say, ‘Hey, guys. I’ve gone through this crazy life change, and now I wanna make a whole album about me,’” he laughs.
That “crazy life change” was his journey to sobriety, and the emotional reckoning that came with it. Songs for a New Moon is Kelley’s sonic journal, born from vulnerability and shaped by a new sense of artistic freedom. From the shimmering echoes of ‘80s pop to the raw introspection in his lyrics, every track reflects a chapter of a deeply personal evolution.
“I wanted to fully commit to something new,” Kelley says. “To unapologetically write about my own personal journey and be really specific about it.” This commitment to honesty and individuality gave him the freedom to play with new sounds and push genre boundaries. “With Lady A, there’s a box we operate within. It’s country-pop, and there are rules. With this, I didn’t have to follow any of them.”
The result is a polished, retro-leaning album that lets Kelley dive into the musical influences that have always pulled at his heartstrings. “I’m probably more inspired by ‘70s and ‘80s rock and pop than anything,” he says. “You’ll hear some yacht rock, R&B and even a little soul in there. I got to layer vocals and use sounds I’ve never been able to explore before.”
It wasn’t just the music that changed, it was the process. For Kelley, the independence of making Songs for a New Moon reignited a joy he hadn’t felt in years. “I’ve never had so much fun in the writing room before,” he says. “We were just throwing things at the wall, crazy chords, synths, whatever felt right.”
That playful energy is grounded by the album’s emotional core. The lyrical direction was intentional and unwavering. “I told the writers I wanted everything to relate back to the past three years,” Kelley says. “This sobriety journey, yes, but also what it’s taught me about life, love and what really matters.”
Songs like “Covering My Tracks” delve into that personal reckoning. Others, like “Can’t Be Alone Tonight,” capture the loneliness and longing he felt during treatment. The record’s lead single, “Can’t Lose You,” captures the tone of the album in both sound and spirit. “It sums up the feel of the whole thing—hopeful, nostalgic and real,” Kelley says.
Despite his decades-long success with Lady A, stepping out on his own again brought a new kind of clarity. “The biggest growth for me was just enjoying the process,” he reflects. “I’m learning not to live so much in fear—of failure, of success, of what’s next. Just live, make the best decisions you can, and be okay with the outcome.”
And he’s not leaving Lady A behind, in fact, he sees his solo venture as something that will enrich the band’s future. “It’ll always be a major part of my life, probably more so than anything,” he says. “But now I can bring a new excitement and less fear into what we do together.”
As for what he hopes fans take away from Songs for a New Moon? Authenticity.
“I hope they realize this is an authentic representation of who I am,” Kelley says. “I’m just having fun with music again. And maybe someone out there will hear something that helps them through whatever they’re facing.”
In Songs for a New Moon, Kelley isn’t chasing hits, he’s chasing truth. And in doing so, he’s created something that doesn’t just mark a new chapter in his career, it opens a new one in his life.
Songs For A New Moon Track List:
1. “Can’t Lose You” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
2. “Covering My Tracks” (Sam Ellis, Meg Mcree, Benjy Davis, Charles Kelley)~
3. “Take Back Goodbye” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Kear)*
4. “Run” (Sam Ellis, Derrick Southerland, Charles Kelley)~
5. “Can’t Be Alone Tonight” (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Jon Green)~
6. “Here With Me” (Brandon Flowers, Fran Healy, Dave Keuning, Mark Stoermer, Ronnie Vannucci)~
7. “Angel Eyes” (Sam Ellis, Micah Premnath, Charles Kelley)~
8. “How Gone” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
9. “Lost And The Lonely” (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Joybeth Taylor, Thomas Archer)~
10. “Never Let You Go” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
11. “Full Time Fool” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Kear)*
12. “Photograph” (Charles Kelley, Lindsay Rimes, Michael Whitworth, Josh Kear)*
13. “Kiss Thing Thing Goodbye” (Charles Kelley, Josh Kear, Mark Holman)#
14. “Driving And Listening To Music” (Charles Kelley, Adam Doleac, Devin Dawson, Brad Tursi, Jordan Schmidt)+
15. “Time After Time” (Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman)~
16. “Look What We Did” (Sam Ellis, Charles Kelley, Laura Veltz)~
* Produced by Lindsay Rimes
~ Produced by Sam Ellis
# Produced by Nathan Chapman
+ Produced by Devin Dawson, Jordan Schmidt
Former Emerald Sound Studio Building Hits Market For $4.65M
/by Lorie HollabaughPhoto: Courtesy of Johnson Creative Tennessee
The former Emerald Sound Studio, the Music Row studio originally created by David Malloy and Even Stevens and designed by world-renowned studio designer Tom Hidley, is hitting the market for $4.65 million.
The 8,560-square-foot recording studio and facility located at 1033 16th Ave South in the heart of Nashville’s Music Row was the spot where numerous Gold and Platinum albums were created for countless artists including Johnny Cash, George Straight, Reba, Faith Hill, Olivia Newton John, Foreigner and Bon Jovi. Eddie Rabbitt’s “I Love A Rainy Night”, “Driving My Life Away” and “Suspicions” were among the earliest hits recorded at Emerald Studios, whose discography features over a thousand recordings.
Warner Chappell Production Music’s lease of the building is coming to a close in November. WCPM continues to have a variety of recording options including another full-time studio near its headquarters in Los Angeles.
Now operating as Benchmark Sound, the studio continues to be the hub of Nashville’s top songwriters for recording demos and various artists of all genres. The Avison Young team has listed the property, which includes three state-of-the-art recording studios, multiple ISO and vocal booths, songwriting rooms and lounge areas with advanced sound dampening throughout.
Industry Ink: Miranda Lambert, CMHOFM, Deluge, Edgehill
/by Lauryn SinkMiranda Lambert To Take ‘Fill The Little Red Wagon’ Campaign On The Road
Miranda Lambert. Photo: Tyler Conrad
Miranda Lambert is continuing her “Fill The Little Red Wagon” activation this year during her summer tour. Since 2016, Lambert, in partnership with Live Nation, has teamed up with local animal shelters in cities where she performs, collecting pet toys, food and supplies for each stop’s selected shelter while giving fans the opportunity to win pit tickets. This year, until noon local time the day before each show, fans can drop off their donations at the designated animal shelter and register for the chance to win pit tickets. The winners will be randomly selected and notified prior to the show.
“For me, it’s always been music and mutts, so whenever I’m able to make something happen with both at the same time, it’s magic,” says Lambert. “It’s been nearly a decade since we started ‘Fill the Little Red Wagon’ to help shelters while I’m on the road – it’s one of my favorite things about touring.”
More information and a list of participating shelters can be found here.
CMHOFM Features Rob Hajacos In ‘Nashville Cats’ Interview Series
Pictured: Jon Freeman and Rob Hajacos. Photo: Courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum recently featured fiddler Rob Hajacos for its in-depth interview series “Nashville Cats.” The interview was moderated by museum writer-editor Jon Freeman and illustrated with rare photos, film and recordings.
Hajacos has been featured on Taylor Swift’s “Love Story,” Shania Twain’s “Any Man of Mine,” Garth Brooks’ “Friends in Low Places,” Brooks & Dunn’s “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” and more.
The program was filmed and will premiere at a later date as part of the museum’s digital programs series, available to stream on the museum’s website.
Deluge Music Celebrates The Opening Of Pastis
Pictured (l to r): Asia Whiteacre, Stephanie Greene, David Robkin, Felicity, Belles, Johnny Gates
The Deluge Music team recently celebrated the opening of Stephen Starr’s Pastis in Wedgewood Houston.
Edgehill Inks With Severance Records
Edgehill. Photo: Ilona Donovan
Nashville-based indie-rock band Edgehill has inked with Severance Records, a joint venture with Big Loud Rock, and make their label debut with “I Can Be Your Dog.” The trio, comprised of Chris Kelly (lead vocals, guitar), Jake Zimmermann (lead guitar, vocals) and Aidan Cunningham (drums), has amassed over 7.5 million career streams.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Severance Records and Big Loud Rock,” Edgehill shares. “It means a lot to have a team behind us that not only believes in what we’re making but gives us the support and freedom to create on our terms. That trust has fueled everything you’ll hear, and we’re just getting started.”
“When I first heard Edgehill, I heard a band that fits in with the burgeoning indie rock scene but occupies their own unique space,” shares Severance founder and president Steve “Stevo” Robertson. “Edgehill is a band steeped in 90s alt rock authenticity with best-in-class indie rock influences. You won’t find a better singer than Chris Kelly, or a better guitar player than Jake Zimmermann, and the drumming of Aidan Cunningham is simply breathtaking. And they all three write incredible songs! There is no stopping them.”
Niko Moon Slates New Album ‘American Palm’ For July 18
/by Lorie HollabaughNiko Moon is gearing up for the release of his new album American Palm on July 18 via EMPIRE. A new track from the project, “King Of The Island” is out this Friday (June 27).
The cowboy/island music tune talks about wanting to kick up your boots, retire on an island and just be, and was written by Niko’s father Cris Cown, who also performs on the track. Moon recently teased the track on socials with his dad, saying, “My dad’s 67 and wrote this song, and never had a viral moment. Let’s blow this up and blow his mind!”
Along with the new single, American Palm, which is Moon’s third studio project, will include previously-released tracks “Sandcastles,” “Boat Song” and “I Love This Beach.”
Following the release of the new project, Moon will be hitting the road this fall on his headlining “American Palm Tour,” which kicks off on Oct. 2 at Joe’s Live in Chicago and visits Anaheim, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver and more, wrapping in Lake Buena Vista, Florida on Nov. 14. Tickets for the new dates go on sale June 27.
The year has already been a packed one for Moon as his recent song “Sandcastles” was released in honor of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month this month.
Weekly Register: Morgan Wallen Continues To Rule The Charts
/by Lauryn SinkMorgan Wallen
Morgan Wallen continues to hold down the charts this week, according to Luminate data. His recently-released I’m The Problem album has garnered 186K in total consumption (9.1K in album only and 223 million in song streams). His duet with Tate McRae, “What I Want,” tops the songs chart with 19 million streams this week, adding to its 116 million total.
Wallen continues to hold the No. 2 and No. 3 spots with One Thing At A Time garnering 40K in total consumption and Dangerous: The Double Album with 31K. Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going holds strong at No. 4 with 27K in total consumption. Rounding out the album chart this week is Post Malone’s F-1 Trillion with 21K in total consumption.
On the songs chart, Wallen holds the top three spots. “Just In Case” comes in at No. 2 with 17 million streams this week. “I’m The Problem” follows at No. 3 with 15 million streams. BigXthaPlug and Bailey Zimmerman fall in at No. 4 with 12 million new streams on “All The Way.” Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” has climbed to No. 5 with 11 million streams this week.
Briana Calhoun Signs With Sony Music Publishing & Kix Brooks
/by Madison HahnenPictured (L-R, back row): Rusty Gaston, David Hawkins and Cam Caldwell; (L-R, front row): Briana Calhoun and Kix Brooks. Photo: Amy Allmand
Briana Calhoun has inked a worldwide publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Kix Brooks.
“I’m humbled and honored to have the opportunity to do what I love for a living,” says Calhoun. “I had all but given up on my dream of becoming a songwriter, and shifted my focus to growing Hope on the Inside. But, with that came an outpouring of love and support from the Nashville community, and I think people began to notice. I’m living proof that walking in-purpose can lead to your dream. I’m so grateful to everyone who has joined me on this journey and I am especially grateful to Kix [Brooks] for believing in me and pushing me to use my gifts for good, and for Rusty [Gaston] for giving me this opportunity and encouraging me along the way.”
Calhoun has already began making a mark on the Music City songwriting scene with her unique and authentic sound. The singer-songwriter has collaborated and shared stages with Don Cook, Terri Clark, David Lee Murphy, Randy Houser, Dallas Davidson, Steve Wariner, Bob DiPiero, Tim Nichols, Rafe Van Hoy, Marv Green, Brett Tyler, Greg Barnhill and more.
Outside of songwriting, Calhoun also serves as the Executive Director and Founder of Hope on the Inside (HOTI), with Brooks serving as Partner and President. Founded in 2023, HOTI is a nonprofit dedicated to providing tools and skills to those formerly incarcerated.
A former inmate herself, Calhoun has used the foundation and songwriting to show her story of inner strength and hope. She will release two new singles in August, “Hope on the Inside,” co-penned with DiPiero and Van Hoy, as well as “Bustin’ Out,” co-written alongside Brooks and Chancie Neal. She also has plans to release an acoustic album later in the year.
“I’m really looking forward to working with Briana on this collaboration with Sony,” shares Brooks. “I’ve been writing songs there for almost my entire career, and I’m confident it’s going to be a great home for her, too. She’s not just writing really good and unique songs, she’s also changing lives with the work she’s doing to help inmates through her nonprofit. I’m proud to be associated with her, and I have no doubt she’s got a great future with the music she’s got coming. Congratulations Briana!”
“We couldn’t be more excited to join forces with Kix to support Briana’s journey,” adds Gaston. “She’s making an incredible impact as both a songwriter and as a champion for her community, and we can’t wait to see what she does next.”
Kane Brown Lands 13th No. 1 With ‘Backseat Driver’
/by Lauryn SinkKane Brown. Photo: Dennis Leupold
Kane Brown has landed his 13th career No. 1 on country radio with his most recent single, “Backseat Driver.” Penned by Jacob Davis and Jordan Walker, the song serves as a reflection on parenthood for Brown and the small but meaningful moments being a father has given him.
This marks Brown’s eighth consecutive No. 1 at radio, following “Miles On It (feat. Marshmellow),” “I Can Feel It,” “Bury Me In Georgia,” “Thank God (feat. Katelyn Brown),” “Like I Love Country Music” and “One Mississippi,” as well as Chris Young’s “Famous Friends” which he featured on.
Brown recently released his next single, “2 Pair,” and will continue his “The High Road Tour” this fall. He is also set to make his feature film debut this year.
MercyMe Seek The ‘Wonder & Awe’ On Latest Project, Due Aug. 8
/by Lorie HollabaughMercyMe will release their 12th studio project, Wonder & Awe, on Aug. 8.
For the first time ever, the band jumped in to co-produce all tracks on the 13-song collection, collaborating with longtime producer Tedd T as well as Brown Bannister, and new creative voices Josh Auer, Jarad Atherton and Carter Frodge.
The lead single from the upcoming project, “Oh Death” is racing up the charts, currently sitting at No. 3 on both the Billboard Christian AC and Mediabase Christian AC charts, No. 5 on Billboard Christian Airplay charts and at No. 6 on Mediabase Christian Audience. With a whopping 50 No. 1 songs to their credit, Wonder & Awe‘s lead single follows MercyMe’s most recent No. 1s, “Then Christ Came feat. Phil Wickham” and “To Not Worship You,” as well as the top five hit, “Always Only Jesus.”
“One of the struggles within today’s church is the lack of awe,” says lead singer Bart Millard about the new project. “Having access to virtually everything within the palm of our hands, where’s the joy in being surprised? Those moments that take our breath away. This album reflects where I am right now…longing for wonder and awe—actively seeking the wonder of God and learning not to take it for granted. We’re so excited to finally share it, and we hope it brings even a fraction of the joy and excitement it’s brought us.”
In support of the new release, MercyMe is embarking on a eight-date stint this fall with fellow hitmakers TobyMac and Matthew West Sept. 25- Oct. 5. “MercyMe Live 2025” is slated to continue through the fall with Natalie Grant and special guest Sam Wesley.
A second major motion picture based on MercyMe’s hit song Even If is also currently in production and is set to release through Lionsgate on Feb. 20, 2026. The film will continue the inspirational true story of Millard and features J. Michael Finley reprising his role as Bart, alongside Milo Ventimiglia, Dennis Quaid, Trace Adkins, and Sophie Skelton.
Awe & Wonder Track Listing:
1. “Canary In A Coal Mine” (Produced by Tedd T, Brown Bannister, & MercyMe)
2. “All God’s People” (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)
3. “Fred Astaire” (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)
4. “Overflowing” (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)
5. “Wonder & Awe” (Produced by Tedd T, Brown Bannister, MercyMe, & Carter Frodge)
6. “So Many Reasons” (Produced by Tedd T, Brown Bannister, & MercyMe)
7. “Oh Death” (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)
8. “Why Not Now, Why Not Me” (Produced by Tedd T, Brown Bannister, & MercyMe)
9. “Trust The One” (Produced by Tedd T, Brown Bannister, MercyMe, Josh Auer, & Jared Atherton)
10. “Sing” (Like You’ve Already Won) (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)
11. “OK” (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)
12. “Heartbroken Hallelujah” (Produced by Tedd T, Brown Bannister, & MercyMe)
13. “Oh Death” (Feat. Walker Hayes) (Produced by Tedd T & MercyMe)