Christian music is off to a strong start in 2026, with several notable announcements and releases from major artists capturing the attention of the faith‑centered music community.
One of the most talked‑about releases this year came from We the Kingdom, whose EP Dear Jesus dropped on January 30, 2026 via Capitol Christian Music Group and Sparrow Records. The seven‑track project blends folk rock with faith‑driven lyrics and features guest contributions from Chris Tomlin. Singles from the EP - including "Easy" and "Dear Jesus" - highlight themes of spiritual honesty and reliance on God's presence in everyday life.
Contemporary worship collective Elevation Worship also made headlines this month with the release of their promotional single "So Be It" on January 23, 2026. The song, featuring Chris Brown and Tiffany Hudson, serves as the title track for their upcoming live album planned for February 20. In its first week, "So Be It" entered multiple Christian charts and set the stage for what many expect to be a major release from the group.
On the solo artist front, Josiah Queen continued the momentum from his January 16 single "demons," a track confronting spiritual struggles and faith resilience that has been gaining traction on Christian music platforms.
Beyond these releases, new music across the genre continues to emerge. Early 2026 Christian singles include praise and worship tracks like Johnny B's "I Give You My Heart" and Bridge Worship's "Good News," among others, offering a range of styles from traditional worship to contemporary pop‑inspired sounds.
With album drops, new singles, and high‑profile collaborations already rolling out in the first weeks of the year, Christian music listeners have a fresh lineup of worship and faith‑centered songs to enjoy and reflect on as 2026 unfolds.
