Matt Redman is a Grammy-Award winning worship leader, singer-songwriter, and author known for his significant contributions to contemporary Christian music and worship, including his work with various churches and global music initiatives. After helping found Soul Survivor, a global Christian movement and yearly music festival in 1993, Matt Redman went on to establish himself as a Grammy-Award winning worship leader, singer-songwriter, and author. His career began with leading worship services for Soul Survivor Church, Watford, from 1994 to 2002, alongside releasing his debut album, ‘Wake Up My Soul,’ in 1994. A significant early achievement came in 2002 when he co-wrote the Dove Award-winning track ‘Blessed Be Your Name’ with Beth Redman.
The song further achieved RIAA Gold certification in 2018. In 2012, Redman collaborated with LZ7 on ‘Twenty Seven Million,’ a song that charted on the UK Singles Chart and raised awareness for human trafficking. Throughout his career, Redman has accumulated thirteen Gospel Music Association Dove Awards and received the Cranmer Award for Worship in 2016. With a prolific output, Redman has released 16 albums and authored 8 books, including ‘The Unquenchable Worshipper’ and ‘Blessed Be Your Name’ (co-written with Beth Redman), which delve into Christian worship and faith.
His songs have been covered by numerous contemporary Christian music artists, including Chris Tomlin, Matt Maher, and Hillsong United, solidifying his role as a foundational figure in modern worship music.