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MATTHEW WEST


BIO:
Matthew Joseph West[3] (born April 25, 1977) is an american Contemporary Christian musician and actor from Nashville, Tennessee. He has released four studio albums and is known for his songs "More", "You Are Everything", and "The Motions". He was nominated for five Dove Awards in 2005, two of which were for his major label debut album Happy. First starting out as an independent musician in the late 1990s, he released three independent albums before signing with Universal South Records. With the release of his Dove Award-winning debut album Happy (2003) came the success of his first radio single "More", which stayed at No. 1 on Christian AC charts for nine weeks and received two Dove Award nominations. His second record History (2005) was followed by a 2006 re-release of the originally independent album Sellout. In 2007 he faced vocal issues which threatened his career with two months of prescribed vocal rest. His third studio album Something to Say (2008) also enjoyed chart success with No. 1 hits "You Are Everything" and "The Motions". In addition to his main solo career, West has worked as a songwriter for many Christian musicians and groups such as Point of Grace, Mandisa, and Natalie Grant, as well as mainstream country acts Rascal Flatts, Billy Ray Cyrus and Vince Gill

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Anne Wilson Reveals 'REBEL (Live From Lexington)' Album Photo Anne Wilson Reveals 'REBEL (Live From Lexington)' Album
by Josh Sharpe - October 15, 2024

PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson has announced the release of her upcoming live album, REBEL (Live From Lexington), due Oct. 25. The 10-track live record features standouts from her genre-blending album REBEL, as well as her breakout hit “My Jesus.”...

Anne Wilson Drops New Song 'Stand' as The REBEL Tour Kicks Off Photo Anne Wilson Drops New Song 'Stand' as The REBEL Tour Kicks Off
by Josh Sharpe - September 13, 2024

In her first release since her critically acclaimed genre-blending album REBEL, PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson releases a powerful new track titled “Stand,” available everywhere now....

Anne Wilson Releases New Album REBEL; Reveals Tour Dates Photo Anne Wilson Releases New Album REBEL; Reveals Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - April 19, 2024

PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson proudly unveils her new 16-song album REBEL, available everywhere now. A co-writer on each of the 16 tracks, Wilson boldly stamps her love of Jesus, Country music and family into one cohesive record. Wilson commemorated the grou...

Anne Wilson Reveals Star-Studded Track List For Upcoming Album 'REBEL' Photo Anne Wilson Reveals Star-Studded Track List For Upcoming Album 'REBEL'
by Michael Major - February 28, 2024

Anne Wilson's upcoming album REBEL features a star-studded track list. Find out which artists are collaborating on this highly anticipated release. The album features collaborations with some of music's biggest names, including Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis and Chris Tomlin, promising a bold, genre-bl...

Anne Wilson to Drop New Album 'REBEL' in April Photo Anne Wilson to Drop New Album 'REBEL' in April
by Michael Major - February 02, 2024

Anne Wilson announces her new album, REBEL. A co-writer on each of the album's 16 tracks, Wilson teamed up with some of Music Row's most in-demand songwriters for a revolutionary project firmly rooted in both Country and Christian music, produced by Jeff Pardo and Jonathan Smith....

Video: Anne Wilson Premieres 'Rain In The Rearview' Music Video Photo Video: Anne Wilson Premieres 'Rain In The Rearview' Music Video
by Michael Major - January 26, 2024

Directed by ACM Award-winner TK McKamy, the music video is a visual allegory for Wilson's journey. The video begins with Wilson driving in her car as rain begins to pour before the imagery takes a poignant turn, finding Wilson standing strong in the pouring rain – a powerful symbol of finding streng...

Anne Wilson Joins Scotty McCreery's Cab In A Solo Tour As Direct Support Photo Anne Wilson Joins Scotty McCreery's Cab In A Solo Tour As Direct Support
by Michael Major - October 10, 2023

Ahead of her tour with McCreery next year, Wilson is treating audiences across the country to her first-ever headlining My Jesus Tour, accompanied by special guest Josh Baldwin. The 20-stop tour, which commenced last month, has been met with overwhelming demand, selling out in every city, including ...

Anne Wilson Enters New Chapter with 'REBEL (The Beginning)' Photo Anne Wilson Enters New Chapter with 'REBEL (The Beginning)'
by Michael Major - September 25, 2023

Featured in the brand-new three-pack is the title track “REBEL,” Christian radio single “Strong” and Country radio single “Rain In The Rearview.” As a trailblazer in the cross-genre space, Wilson will release dual singles at Christian and Country radio with add dates of 9/29 and 10/9, respectively....

Photos: Pasek & Paul Perform at The ASCAP Foundation's 12th Annual 'We Write the Song Photo Photos: Pasek & Paul Perform at The ASCAP Foundation's 12th Annual 'We Write the Songs' at the Library of Congress
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023

Broadway and screen songwriting duo Pasek & Paul shined on their “Waving Through a Window” (from Dear Evan Hansen) and “This is Me” (The Greatest Showman) as members of ASCAP, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, celebrated their works at The ASCAP Foundation’s 12th annual “We ...

Anne Wilson Unveils Heart-Wrenching Tribute 'Seventh of June' Photo Anne Wilson Unveils Heart-Wrenching Tribute 'Seventh of June'
by Michael Major - June 07, 2023

A deeply personal and heartfelt tribute to her beloved late brother Jacob, the track and accompanying music video is available everywhere now. Wilson enlisted trusted collaborators Matthew West and Jeff Pardo (“My Jesus,” “Living Water”) to craft this soul-stirring account of his passing, reflecting...

Anne Wilson Celebrates the One Year Anniversary of 'My Jesus' With Deluxe Album Photo Anne Wilson Celebrates the One Year Anniversary of 'My Jesus' With Deluxe Album
by Michael Major - April 21, 2023

The newly packaged record features an all-new live version of “My Jesus (Live From Kentucky)” with a never-before-seen live video from her hometown show at Rupp Arena in Lexington. My Jesus (Anniversary Deluxe) also premieres a brand-new track titled “Still God,” penned by Wilson, Matthew West and A...

Anne Wilson Crowned as New Artist of the Year at 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Photo Anne Wilson Crowned as New Artist of the Year at 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards
by Michael Major - October 25, 2022

Capitol CMG artist and songwriter Anne Wilson took home two awards at the 53rd annual GMA Dove Awards for New Artist of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year for her breakthrough single “My Jesus.” Making a splash at her first Dove Awards appearance, the evening brought Wilson's to...

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by Michael Major - October 13, 2022

Reigning Favorite Male Latin Artist Bad Bunny is this year’s most-nominated artist with eight nods. Powerhouses Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are the most-nominated female artists with six nominations. Close behind with five nominations each are Adele, Harry Styles, and The Weeknd, including Artist of th...

2022 Breakout Artist Anne Wilson Takes Home Two K-LOVE Fan Awards Photo 2022 Breakout Artist Anne Wilson Takes Home Two K-LOVE Fan Awards
by Michael Major - June 06, 2022

Capitol CMG artist and songwriter, Anne Wilson, has been taking the music world by storm with the release of her debut album, My Jesus, this Spring. This past Friday, June 3rd, Anne took home 2 K-LOVE Fan Awards - Female Artist of the Year and Breakout Single of the Year for her hit song, 'My Jesus....

Tauren Wells Announces the Joy in the Morning Tour in Support of His New Album Photo Tauren Wells Announces the Joy in the Morning Tour in Support of His New Album
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022

Tauren Wells will kick off a tour in support of his new album, Joy In The Morning, on October 6 in Tampa, FL. The North American run will bring him to The Town Hall in New York City (October 17), Los Angeles’ Orpheum Theatre (November 5), The Soundstage at Graceland in Memphis (November 12) and Nash...

Anne Wilson's Debut Album Tops the Billboard Charts Photo Anne Wilson's Debut Album Tops the Billboard Charts
by Michael Major - May 03, 2022

Capitol CMG artist and songwriter Anne Wilson continues to make history with her chart-topping debut album, My Jesus, which has claimed the number one spots on the Billboard Top Christian & Gospel Albums, Billboard, Top 200 Christian & Gospel, and landed Top 10 on the Billboard Album Sales chart....

Singer-Songwriter Anne Wilson Releases Latest Track, 'God Thing' Photo Singer-Songwriter Anne Wilson Releases Latest Track, 'God Thing'
by Marissa Tomeo - April 01, 2022

Capitol CMG artist and songwriter Anne Wilson has released her latest single 'God Thing' available now. The high-energy track written by Wilson, Ben Glover, and Jeff Sojka, explores the tiny 'miracles' that happen every day to remind us that a higher power is there to guide us and provide for us in ...

Tyra Madison Announces Upcoming Single Release Photo Tyra Madison Announces Upcoming Single Release
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 21, 2021

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by A.A. Cristi - October 09, 2020

The 2020 ASCAP Christian Music Awards, taking place this year in an innovative virtual awards format, shined a spotlight on the genre across all social media platforms.  ...

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by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 18, 2020

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by Kaitlin Milligan - May 01, 2019

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by Tori Hartshorn - February 22, 2019

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by Tori Hartshorn - February 01, 2019

Inspired by his Good Morning America-featured live worship album Surrounded, which is nominated for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album–his eleventh GRAMMY nomination,Michael W. Smith hosted “A Night to Pray, Worship and Be Awakened” at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN last August. The energy,...

Natasha Owens Recording New Album with Producer Ian Eskelin, Touring This Summer Photo Natasha Owens Recording New Album with Producer Ian Eskelin, Touring This Summer
by Macon Prickett - July 16, 2018

On the heels of winning Inspirational Album of the Year at this year's WE LOVE Christian Music Awards, Natasha Owens is back in the studio with two-time Dove Award 'Producer of the Year' Ian Eskelin (Francesca Battistelli, Point of Grace, 7eventh Time Down) recording the follow up to her critically-...

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by Macon Prickett - June 15, 2018

On the heels of winning Inspirational Album of the Year at this year's WE LOVE Christian Music Awards, Natasha Owens is back in the studio with two-time Dove Award 'Producer of the Year' Ian Eskelin (Francesca Battistelli, Point of Grace, 7eventh Time Down) recording the follow up to her critically-...












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