L-R: Craig Powers (SVP, Media; Curb Records Head of Label), John Chapman (VP, Commercial Partnerships, Streaming & Revenue) Rio Van Risseghem (Label Relations Manager at Amazon Music), Luke Smallbone, Joel Smallbone, Sarah DeMarco (Senior Artist Relations Manager at Amazon Music), Michelle Tigard Kammerer (Global Head of Country Music at Amazon Music), Lauren Stellato (Programming lead, Christian & Gospel at Amazon Music), and Benson Curb (SVP Commercial Partnerships, Streaming & Revenue) // Photo credit: Kadin Tooley/for KING + COUNTRY

Nashville, Tenn. (December 16, 2025) — Award-winning duo for KING + COUNTRY, signed to Curb Records, is celebrating a major milestone: their 2020 holiday Amazon Music Original, “Do You Hear What I Hear,” has earned RIAA Gold certification and returned to No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian Streaming Songs chart. The Gold plaque was presented by Amazon Music at the Opry House in Nashville, TN, on December 15th during the duo’s current residency, which makes history as the longest-running artist residency ever held at the iconic venue.

The cinematic reimagining of the classic Christmas song continues to resonate nearly a decade after its release, becoming a seasonal staple across streaming platforms. The Gold certification marks more than 500,000 units sold in the U.S., underscoring the song’s enduring impact and multi-generational appeal. “Do You Hear What I Hear” was also listed at #25 on Billboard’s “The 25 Most Popular Christmas Songs Released in the Last 25 Years, Ranked by Streams & Sales,” further highlighting its lasting popularity.

The achievement comes amid a landmark moment for the duo, following the release of their documentary FOR KING + COUNTRY: NO TURNING BACK, now streaming on Wonder Project’s subscription channel on Prime Video, and the continued success of their feature film UNSUNG HERO. Momentum continues at radio as their most recent single, “World on Fire,” steadily climbs the charts, demonstrating the duo’s ongoing ability to connect with fans and inspire audiences worldwide.

This holiday season, for KING + COUNTRY brought fans a front-row experience with A Drummer Boy Christmas: The Live Experience, performing in select U.S. cities. The tour culminated at Nashville’s Opry House, delivering an up-close, immersive holiday show filled with storytelling, soaring visuals, and beloved Christmas classics, the duo’s only live performances of 2025.

Looking ahead, 2026 promises to be a landmark year for for KING + COUNTRY. The duo is preparing to release new music, continue climbing the charts with their latest singles, and bring their signature cinematic pop and message of faith and hope to audiences around the world, solidifying their position as one of modern Christian music’s most celebrated acts.

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 4.5 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. Their new documentary, FOR KING + COUNTRY: NO TURNING BACK, is now available on Wonder Project’s subscription channel on Prime Video in the U.S. Learn more at forkingandcountry.com.

About Curb Records:

Celebrating 60 years in business, Curb Records is the largest independently distributed record company in America. Owned and operated by Mike Curb and founded in 1964, Curb Records has achieved 435 number one records, over 1,500 Top Ten records and charted over 4,500 total records. With over a half century in operation, Curb Records has been influential in the careers of some of the biggest names in music, including: Tim McGraw, Hank Williams Jr., Rodney Atkins, Lee Brice, LeAnn Rimes, The Judds, Dylan Scott, Sawyer Brown, for KING + COUNTRY, Wyn Starks, Wynonna, Lyle Lovett, Big Daddy Weave, We Are Messengers, Natalie Grant, Jo Dee Messina, Hannah Ellis, Mo Pitney, Hal Ketchum, and Kelsey Hart, among many others.

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