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9 Christian Artists to Add to Your Playlist This Summer
Do you need some new tunes to add to your encouraging worship playlist? Maybe you’re in need of some hype songs or melodic, hopeful ballads.If you’re entering a new season and you’re ready to begin a new chapter, new music can help with that. Check out some of these artists and their discography — whether it’s small or large. Who knows? You might come out with a new favorite artist.
Josiah Queen (@josiahqueenmusic)
Josiah Queen, a Christian contemporary singer-songwriter, released his debut album “The Prodigal” in May 2024, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart. He’s collaborated with Brandon Lake, Forrest Frank, and TobyMac. He released his second album, Mt. Zion, in 2025. If you like a folk or country sound, then consider checking him out.
Song to add to your playlist: “judas”
Caleb Gordon (@calebfromeden)
With five studio albums, Caleb Gordon is best known for his songs, “God is Good” with Forrest Frank and “War.” He pairs a rap and hip-hop sound with encouraging and relatable lyrics for Christian audiences. His fire songs could be good for a hype summer playlist.
Song to add to your playlist: “War”
Gon (@s_gonny)
Gon is a Christian artist who pairs K-pop sounds with encouraging faith-filled lyrics. As an independent artist, he shares his work on Instagram and YouTube. If you like high-energy and upbeat K-pop music, then check him out.
Song to add to your playlist: “GOOD FATHER”
Zoe Levert (@zoeelevert)
Zoe Levert is a singer-songwriter best known for her lyricism. She blends folk, pop, and contemporary Christian sounds to create slow pop songs with honest lyrics that draw from real experiences. If you like Lauren Daigle, Tauren Wells, Noah Kahan, or Taylor Swift, check out her work. Her most recent song, “breakups with best friends,” deals with friendship breakups — a theme that isn’t really talked about in either Christian or secular music.
Song to add to your playlist: “break ups with best friends”
Sondae (@thesondae)
From the U.K., Sondae mixes soft vocals with R&B beats. He’s a standout artist in the Christian R&B genre and redefining what it means to be a Christian R&B artist. In his debut album “BOY,” he grapples with growing up amidst temptations, apathy, fear, and doubt.
Song to add to your playlist: “LIVING ON (FT. LEON DRAMIS)”
Allison Eide (@allison_eide)
A singer-songwriter from Minnesota who grew up in a worship-loving family, she often refers to herself as a “singer-athlete” gal. She began her music career at age 12, but she didn’t start taking her music career seriously until after college. In 2026, she released her second EP, “idk,” that went viral. Her pop sound mixes well with her honest and reflective lyrics around mental health and grief, making her music relatable and universal for teens and young adults.
Song to add to your playlist: “idk”
Tiera Kennedy (@tieramusic)
If you’re a fan of country or R&B music, check out Tiera Kennedy. She’s a country music singer-songwriter who was featured on Beyonce’s album “Cowboy Carter,” specifically on the “Blackbiird” track. Inspired by Dolly Parton, Aaliyah, Beyonce, and Shania Twain, Tiera Kennedy blends gospel, country, and R&B. Her most recent release, “In the Garden (Greenhouse Sessions) (Live),” came out in April and is encouraging, faith-filled, and a reminder to find solace with God whenever you’re feeling overwhelmed.
Song to add to your playlist: “In the Garden (Greenhouse Sessions) (Live)”
Miles Minnick (@miles.minnick)
Miles Minnick is a Christian hip-hop artist and rapper. He has collaborated with Lecrae, G-Eazy, and Maverick City Music. He founded GLO Nation, a Christian rap collective, and Glo Fest, an annual Christian rap festival held in California. He released his third album entitled “Somersville” in April 2026. It blends faith with fire beats — perfect if you want danceable tunes on your summer playlist.
Song to add to your playlist: “Way I Live”
Terrian (@iamterrian)
Terrian is a Christian singer-songwriter with a unique voice that blends gospel, soul, pop, and R&B. She released her first EP in 2021, “Genesis of Terrian,” that was filled with encouraging and hopeful lyrics. She followed it up with two more albums: one in 2024 (“Give It Time”) and one in 2025 (“Give It More Time”). In April 2026, she released a new single “You Remain” that reminds us to slow down and reflect on the goodness of God.
Song to add to your playlist: “You Remain”
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