Maverick City Music is a prominent American contemporary Christian worship music collective founded by Norman Gyamfi and Jonathan Jay in Atlanta. The collective made a significant impact on the music scene with their debut in 2019, releasing two extended plays, “Maverick City, Vol. 1” and “Maverick City, Vol. 2,” which showcased their innovative approach to worship music. Their first EP debuted at number ten on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums Chart, marking a strong entry into the industry.
In 2020, Maverick City Music continued to build on their success with the release of two live albums, “Maverick City Vol. 3 Part 1” and “Maverick City, Vol. 3 Pt. 2.” The former featured hit singles like “Man of Your Word” and “Promises,” which resonated with audiences and peaked at number 18 on the Hot Christian Songs chart. Their collaborative efforts with Upperroom and the holiday-themed EP, “Maverick City Christmas,” further solidified their presence in the contemporary Christian music landscape.
The year 2021 was particularly fruitful for the collective, as they released several notable projects, including the collaborative album “Old Church Basement” with Elevation Worship, which featured popular tracks such as “Jireh” and “Talking to Jesus.” Their commitment to diversity and inclusion in worship music has garnered them critical acclaim and commercial success, exemplified by their Jubilee: Juneteenth Edition.
Maverick City Music’s achievements include five Grammy Awards, four GMA Dove Awards, and a Billboard Music Award, reflecting their influence and dedication to uplifting voices often marginalized in the genre. Their innovative songwriting camps have produced over one hundred songs, showcasing their mission to create a space for diverse creatives in contemporary Christian music.
