Matthew West and Mac Powell

Mac Powell, born in Alabama and now in Atlanta, co-founded Christian rock band Third Day, earning 4 Grammys, 1 AMA, 24 Dove Awards, and a spot in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame. Following their farewell in 2018, his solo album "New Creation" topped charts with hits like "River of Life."

Illinois native Matthew West, a Dove Award-winning CCM star, started as a songwriter for Billy Ray Cyrus and Rascal Flatts. Known for hits like "You Are Everything," he achieved crossover success with albums like "Live Forever." His own label released "Brand New" and the double album "My Story Your Glory" featuring collaborations with David Leonard and Jenn Johnson. A former baseball hopeful, West chose music and attended Millikin University on scholarship. His albums consistently topped Christian charts, earning a Songwriter of the Year award in 2018.