Nashville, Tenn. (September 17, 2025) — The wait is almost over. Four-time GRAMMY® Award-winning Curb Records duo for KING + COUNTRY announce the arrival of their brand-new single, “World on Fire feat. Taylor Hill,” releasing everywhere on October 3, 2025.

After taking the past year off from touring, brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone are stepping into what they describe as a “new season of passion and purpose.” Known for their cinematic sound and powerful storytelling, the duo says “World on Fire” is more than just a song; it’s a rallying cry to live fully alive and on fire for God.

The single will serve as the first taste of their forthcoming 2026 album, ushering in a bold chapter that builds on the success of their Top 10 Billboard album, Dove Award win, and Lionsgate feature film UNSUNG HERO.

“It’s been quite the year for all of us, hasn’t it!? For us, it’s been a time to re-create, be with family, pray, recalibrate, and let God breathe fresh vision into our hearts,” said Joel and Luke Smallbone. ‘Out of that refining has come a renewed clarity and passion. ‘World on Fire’ is an anthem of joy and hope set to a global rhythm — marking the start of a brand new era. October 3 is just the beginning, and we cannot wait to embark on this joyous journey with you.”

With 13 No. 1 hits, more than 3 billion career streams, and a 6 million+ social following, for KING + COUNTRY have cemented themselves as one of music’s most influential duos. Their announcement comes as the brothers prepare to return to the stage for their limited “A Drummer Boy Christmas” shows this December, their only live appearances of 2025.

Fans can expect “World on Fire feat. Taylor Hill” to set the tone for a wave of new music, visuals, and announcements in the coming months, signaling that for KING + COUNTRY’s next era has officially begun.

About for KING + COUNTRY

for KING + COUNTRY is one of the music industry’s most respected and decorated duos. Brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone have earned four GRAMMY® Awards, 13 No. 1 hits, and more than 3 billion career streams. Known for their dynamic live shows and global reach, the Platinum-selling act has performed to sold-out arenas across the U.S., Australia, and Europe. Blending sweeping cinematic pop with a message of faith and hope, they’ve become a defining voice in modern Christian music. Their most recent album, What Are We Waiting For?, debuted in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, following the success of RIAA Gold-certified album, Burn the Ships. The duo is deeply committed to humanitarian causes—advocating against human trafficking, supporting vulnerable children, and investing in the arts. In 2024, their debut film UNSUNG HERO (Lionsgate) was released to theaters nationwide, earning a GMA Dove Award for Feature Film of the Year. Learn more at forkingandcountry.com.