Matthew West

Matthew West is an American contemporary Christian musician and songwriter, known for his impactful lyrical storytelling and chart-topping songs. After signing a songwriting deal in 1999 and subsequently securing a major label deal with Universal South Records on August 23, 2002, Matthew West launched a career marked by impactful lyrical storytelling and chart-topping success. Prior to his major label debut, West built his foundation as an independent artist, releasing three albums: ‘September Sun’ (1997), ‘Every Step of the Way’ (1998), and ‘Sellout’ (2002). His debut major-label album, Happy, released in 2003, featured the international hit ‘More,’ which spent nine consecutive weeks at No.

In 2019, he signed a significant deal with Provident Label Group/Sony Music and concurrently launched his own imprint, Story House Music, providing a platform for his continued creative vision. Under this imprint, he released the critically acclaimed album Brand New in 2020, followed by My Story Your Glory in 2023, further cementing his legacy as a leading voice in contemporary Christian music.