Elevation Worship is a highly influential American contemporary worship music collective that originated from Elevation Church, a multi-site church based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The collective was formed in 2007 as the musical arm of the church, which was founded by Pastor Steven Furtick in 2006. Elevation Worship is comprised of a rotating and expanding group of talented worship leaders and musicians, with core members including Chris Brown, Jonsal Barrientes, Jenna Barrientes, Tiffany Hudson, Isaiah Templeton, and Davide Mutendji. Pastor Steven Furtick also plays a significant role in their songwriting and overall vision. Elevation Worship’s music primarily falls under the Contemporary Worship Music genre, often incorporating elements of rock, pop, and electronic music. They are celebrated for their energetic live performances, powerful anthems, and deeply spiritual lyrics that aim to draw listeners into a passionate worship experience. They have gained global recognition for their impactful songs that are widely sung in churches worldwide.
Their discography is extensive, featuring numerous successful live and studio albums. Notable albums include Here As In Heaven (2016), There Is a Cloud (2017), Hallelujah Here Below (2018), Graves into Gardens (2020), and Lion (2022). They have also had significant collaborations, such as with Maverick City Music on the Grammy-winning album Old Church Basement (2021).
Elevation Worship releases music under their own label, Elevation Worship Records, which operates in partnership with Essential Records and is distributed by Provident Label Group (Sony Music Entertainment). They have achieved considerable commercial and critical success, with multiple albums topping Billboard Christian Albums charts and earning numerous awards and nominations, including Grammy Awards. Beyond their recordings and tours, they consistently lead worship in weekend services at Elevation Church campuses, continuing their mission to create a global impact through their music.
