John Mark McMillan and Citizens

Citizens is a Pacific Northwest Christian rock band known for their melody-driven, faith-based alternative rock. Led by Zach Bolen, they blend post-punk, praise & worship, and indie rock. The band, initially linked to Mars Hill Church, debuted in 2011. Popular songs and albums include 2013's eponymous debut, Join the Triumph, A Mirror Dimly, and Fear. Known for their emotional style, they worked with labels like BEC Recordings and Integrity Records. They briefly adopted the name Citizens & Saints before reverting to Citizens.

John Mark McMillan, born in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a platinum-selling singer-songwriter. Known for his genre-bending blend of alternative rock, indie, and contemporary worship, he crafts poetic and raw lyrics. His popular songs include "How He Loves" and "King of My Heart". Notable albums include "Borderland", "Peopled with Dreams", "Deep Magic", and "Cosmic Supreme". He co-founded Lionhawk Records and has received multiple Dove Award nominations.