Seven powerful vocalists will go head-to-head for this year’s Female Artist of the Year statuette. First-time nominees like Brooke Ligertwood and Rachael Lampa join rising stars Anne Wilson and Katy Nichole, as well as returning favorites Lauren Daigle, Natalie Grant and Tasha Layton in a category defined by female empowerment. The 2023 Female Artist of the Year nominees represent a wide cross-section of women spanning multiple generations and various stages of life. Regardless of where they find themselves in this season, all of them shine a bright light for Jesus with the art they create. Fans will ultimately choose which leading lady will head home with this year’s Female Artist of the Year title.
Hosted by CAIN, the 10th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards will air exclusively on TBN Friday, June 2, 2023, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT.
Cast your vote for Female Artist of the Year now.
Anne Wilson
Since winning her first Female Artist of the Year accolade in 2022, Anne Wilson’s star has continued to rise. The “Hey Girl” singer released a personal memoir, a deluxe edition of her acclaimed debut album, “My Jesus,” and an original song for blockbuster hit, “Jesus Revolution.” In addition, the Kentucky native toured the country with Casting Crowns, Phil Wickham and Winter Jam.
RELATED CONTENT: Anne Wilson Joins Carlos for an Exclusive Interview
Brooke Ligertwood
Brooke Ligertwood’s inaugural Female Artist of the Year nod rides on the momentum of her first solo worship effort, “SEVEN,” and the album’s seminal single, “Honey in the Rock (feat. Brandon Lake).” The New Zealand-born singer helmed a brief run of specially curated shows in select cities this spring, where she invited fans to handwrite prayer requests, which she then displayed beneath a clear cover on her piano so she could pray and sing over them each night.
RELATED CONTENT: Brooke Ligertwood & Brandon Lake Taste the Sweetness of God’s Provision on “Honey in the Rock”
Katy Nichole
Winning the first award of her career at last year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards for Worship Song of the Year for “In Jesus Name (God of Possible),” Katy Nichole once again finds her name on the ballot for Female Artist of the Year. Her repeat nomination is driven by follow-up chart-topping single, “God Is In This Story (feat. Big Daddy Weave),” the release of her first official full-length LP, her Grand Ole Opry debut and stints on the road with Jeremy Camp, Matthew West and CAIN.
RELATED CONTENT: This Is My Story with Katy Nichole
Lauren Daigle
Five-time Female Artist of the Year Lauren Daigle finds herself in the running for the 2023 Female Artist of the Year award ahead of her 30-city “Kaleidoscope Tour” this fall in support of her third studio project — an ambitious self-titled double album. The first 10 songs of the two-part collection are available now, with a second set of 10 anticipated to bow later this year.
RELATED CONTENT: Lauren Daigle Opens Next Artistic Chapter With “Thank God I Do”
Natalie Grant
Natalie Grant’s 2023 K-LOVE Fan Awards nomination arrives on the force of her memorable cover of “You Will Be Found,” a duet with Cory Asbury borrowed from the Broadway musical “Dear Evan Hansen.” A consistent Female Artist of the Year contender, the mother of three is currently on the historic, all female-fronted “It’s Time Tour,” which runs through June and also features Naomi Raine (Maverick City Music), Tasha Cobbs Leonard, TAYA (UNITED) and Katie Torwalt.
RELATED CONTENT: Natalie Grant and Cory Asbury Cover Dear Evan Hansen’s ‘You Will Be Found’
Rachael Lampa
Following decades away from the spotlight while she served as a background vocalist for mainstream acts like Hozier, The Jonas Brothers and Britney Spears, Rachael Lampa emerged as one of the best surprises of the past year. The chart-topping artist contends for Female Artist of the Year following her long-awaited return to Christian music with the exquisite “Perfectly Loved (feat. TobyMac),” which also earned the songstress additional nominations for Breakout Single of the Year and Song of the Year.
RELATED CONTENT: Rachael Lampa Charts First No. 1 Single in 22 Years
Tasha Layton
After seeing her perform on the 2023 “Hits Deep Tour,” it’s no wonder fans clamored for Tasha Layton to vie for Female Artist for a second consecutive year. The former Katy Perry background vocalist recently launched her first book, “Look What You’ve Done.” Moreover, she also premiered a four-session original teaching series called “Boundless,” exclusively on K-LOVE On Demand.
RELATED CONTENT: Tasha Layton Joins Carlos for an Exclusive Interview
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