Provident Entertainment is celebrating 16 wins at the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, recognizing the achievements of its artists, songwriters, producers, and creative partners across Christian and Gospel music.
Among the evening's top honorees, Brandon Lake received Songwriter of the Year (Artist), Jacob Sooter earned Songwriter of the Year (Non-Artist), and Jonathan Smith was named Producer of the Year. Their achievements highlight the continued impact of Essential Music Publishing's creative team on contemporary Christian music.
Provident Entertainment's 2026 GMA Dove Awards Wins
The company's artists, songwriters, producers, and creative partners earned recognition in the following categories:
- Songwriter of the Year (Artist): Brandon Lake
- Songwriter of the Year (Non-Artist): Jacob Sooter
- Producer of the Year: Jonathan Smith
- Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year: "The Blessing" by Andrea Bocelli, Cody Carnes, and Kari Jobe, with songwriting contributions from Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe, Chris Brown, and Steven Furtick, among others
- Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year: "The Jesus I Know Now" by Brandon Lake and Lainey Wilson, co-written by Brandon Lake, Lainey Wilson, Emily Weisband, and Luke Laird
- Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year: "Church" by Tasha Cobbs Leonard and John Legend, with songwriting contributions from ANTHNY and other collaborators
- Worship Recorded Song of the Year: "God I'm Just Grateful" by Elevation Worship and Chandler Moore, with songwriting contributions from Chandler Moore, Pat Barrett, Steven Furtick, and other collaborators
- Children's Recorded Song of the Year: "Follow The Light," featuring songwriting contributions from Phil Wickham and Molly Kate Kestner, among others
- Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year: King of Hearts by Brandon Lake
- Worship Album of the Year: Song Of The Saints by Phil Wickham
- Rock/Contemporary Album of the Year: Plastic Wine by Strings & Heart
- Christmas/Special Event Album of the Year: DAVID (Soundtrack from the Angel Original Film)
The wins recognized in the supplied announcement span songwriting, production, recorded songs, and albums, with contributions from several artists and creative partners across Provident Entertainment's network.
A Strong Showing Across Christian Music
Provident Entertainment entered the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards with 111 nominations across 29 categories. Essential Music Publishing also demonstrated its strong presence in the songwriting field, with its writers contributing to eight of the ten Song of the Year nominees.
A division of Sony Music Entertainment, Provident Entertainment encompasses Essential Records, Reunion Records, RCA Inspiration, Essential Worship, Essential Music Publishing, Provident Distribution, and Provident Films. Its roster includes Brandon Lake, Matthew West, CAIN, Phil Wickham, Zach Williams, Leanna Crawford, and other artists serving audiences across Christian music.
Through its artists, songwriters, producers, and creative partners, Provident Entertainment continues to support music that inspires, encourages, and connects with listeners worldwide.
