Church is a prominent American country music singer-songwriter known for his distinctive sound and heartfelt lyrics. Born on May 3, 1977, in Granite Falls, North Carolina, Church has released nine studio albums through Capitol Nashville since 2005, including his debut album “Sinners Like Me,” which produced three singles on the Billboard country charts.
Recent Activities and Contributions:
- Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts: In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in the Southeast, Church released a new song titled “Darkest Hour,” dedicating all its publishing rights to aid recovery efforts in his home state. This marks his first solo music release in over three years. Additionally, he collaborated with fellow artists Luke Combs, Billy Strings, and James Taylor for the “Concert for Carolina,” a charity event held on October 26, 2024, at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, to support hurricane victims.
- Field & Stream Music Fest: Church is set to headline the inaugural Field & Stream Music Fest in Winnsboro, South Carolina, alongside Miranda Lambert and Lynyrd Skynyrd. The festival, rescheduled for October 3-5, 2025, will feature over 40 performers, including Riley Green, ZZ Top, and Bailey Zimmerman. Tickets for the festival went on sale to the general public on January 10.
- Grand Ole Opry Performance: On March 19, 2025, during the “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” concert special, Church delivered a moving performance of “Why Not Me,” a song he wrote in response to the 2017 Las Vegas shooting. He credited the Grand Ole Opry with “repairing” his heart after the tragedy, highlighting the venue’s significance in his healing process.
