This year’s most-nominated acts, Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake, are up for Male Artist of the Year alongside repeat nominee Jeremy Camp and past category winners Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, TobyMac and Zach Williams. The batch of deserving heavyweights, who all released memorable singles over the past 12 months, are at the top of their game, continuing to build on a foundation of solid hits. Will West, the reigning champ, manage to pull off a second consecutive win, or will a fresh face be crowned? The decision remains in the capable hands of the fans.
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 Male Artist of the Year now.
Brandon Lake
Not only is Brandon Lake a first-time Artist of the Year nominee, but the Charleston, S.C. native is also a Male Artist of the Year rookie. Collaborations with Maverick City Music, Elevation Worship, Brooke Ligertwood, Thomas Rhett and more; an acclaimed sophomore record centered around mental health; a sold-out headlining tour and a No. 1 hit in “Gratitude” have all led to his initial nod in the category.
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Chris Tomlin
In the earliest days of the K-LOVE Fan Awards, Chris Tomlin dominated the Male Artist of the Year category, winning the title three straight years in a row. The renowned singer, songwriter and worship leader lands back in the bracket on the strength of his most recent studio release, “Always.” The project’s title-cut is also nominated for Worship Song of the Year.
RELATED CONTENT: Chris Tomlin on Touring, Fatherhood and the Unchanging Nature of God
Jeremy Camp
Fresh off Winter Jam 2023, Jeremy Camp returns to the Male Artist of the Year ballot. The “Anxious Heart” singer has seen his fanbase grow in recent years as new audiences were introduced to his tear-jerking story of losing his first wife in 2020’s biopic, “I Still Believe.” Ever since, Camp has continued to crank out hit after consistent hit, maintaining a message of hope that’s never wavered since he first emerged in 2002.
RELATED CONTENT: Jeremy Camp Calms His “Anxious Heart” on Fearless New Single
Matthew West
Reigning Male Artist of the Year Matthew West enters the 2023 race on the heels of his first-ever double album, “My Story Your Glory,” a buzz-worthy headline tour and a wildly popular, widely-praised podcast. The in-demand songwriter is also responsible for co-penning recent hits from Anne Wilson, Jordan St. Cyr, Jeremy Camp and CAIN, among others.
RELATED CONTENT: Exclusive Performance of "Me On Your Mind" with Matthew West
Phil Wickham
Phil Wickham is finally getting well-deserved recognition in the form of his five K-LOVE Fan Award nominations. The “This Is Our God” singer earned a spot in the starting lineup for Male Artist of the Year thanks to a trio of back-to-back No. 1s that propelled his sold-out “Hymn of Heaven Tour” and another popular “Singalong” run. He’ll hit the road with Brandon Lake on the “Summer Nights” outing starting in August.
RELATED CONTENT: Phil Wickham Preaches to His Own Soul on “This Is Our God”
TobyMac
TobyMac remains a staple on the playlists of Christian music fans everywhere. His music breaks down barriers of age, race and culture, as evidenced by the diverse audiences that fill the seats at his capacity concerts. This fall, the 2023 Male Artist of the Year nominee will take his exhilarating show on the road, sharing the bill for the first time with MercyMe and Zach Williams for one of the genre’s most highly anticipated tours.
RELATED CONTENT: TobyMac Joins Lauree for an Exclusive Interview
Zach Williams
Propelled by the velocity of his third studio record, “A Hundred Highways,” Zach Williams — already a three-time K-LOVE Fan Award winner — resumes his place among this year’s Male Artist of the Year candidates. An undeniable live force, the road warrior continues to bring an all-new setlist and a 10-piece band to cities nationwide, serving up an enjoyable blend of fresh songs and fan favorites.
RELATED CONTENT: Zach Williams Invites Listeners To Experience The “Heart of God”
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