NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Five-time GRAMMY nominee, two-time NSAI Songwriter-Artist of the Year and award-winning hitmaker Matthew West announces his 14th studio album, Jesus Is King, due Sept. 25. The 12-song collection is available for pre-save now, alongside the release of his new song, "Back to Jesus," out today.

"I think I needed to make this record as much as I needed anyone else to hear it," shares West. "Life has a way of making a lot of things feel bigger than they really are -- our fears, our failures, the noise of the world around us. These songs became a reminder to my own heart that none of those things get the final word. Only Jesus does. Jesus is King. My hope is that wherever these songs meet you in your story, they remind you of that truth too."

One of Christian music's most consistent and decorated voices, West has built a career on songs that turn simple truths into lasting anthems. With Jesus Is King, he brings that gift back to the center, framing the project around surrender, redemption and the kind of faith that still holds steady when the world feels uncertain.

That message comes into focus on "Back to Jesus," out now. Written by West with AJ Pruis, the song offers a powerful reminder that no one is ever too far gone for grace. The track finds West speaking to anyone who has wandered, carried shame or believed the lie that there is no way back. With a soaring chorus and a message rooted in redemption, "Back to Jesus" points listeners to the Savior who never stops pursuing them.

Jesus Is King serves as the follow-up to West's critically acclaimed 2024 album Don't Stop Praying, which GRAMMY.com noted "uplifts throughout its 12 tracks," while K-LOVE praised it as "a masterclass in storytelling…proving 12 times over why he continues to be one of the best songwriters of our time." Its title track, "Don't Stop Praying," marked the biggest streaming single debut of West's 20-year career and spent two weeks at No. 1 at Christian radio, helping the project grow beyond a traditional album cycle and into a nationwide prayer movement.

The album announcement follows a major career milestone for West, who recently celebrated his 39th No. 1 song with "Good." The feat added to a decorated career defined by West's rare longevity and impact as a recording artist and songwriter. In addition to being named NSAI's Songwriter-Artist of the Year twice, West is an ASCAP Golden Note Award recipient, ASCAP Songwriter of the Year nominee and a multi-year ASCAP Christian Music Songwriter-Artist of the Year winner, with more than 275 songwriting credits to his name.

Earlier this year, West released his latest book, "Don't Stop Praying: The God Who Hears Is Just a Breath Away," a personal, Bible-based look at the power of prayer. West will continue sharing his new music on the road this year with summer festival appearances, The Story House At Sea cruise through Alaska and a sold-out performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Aug. 4 alongside Chris Tomlin. Starting Sept. 10, West will bring Jesus Is King to audiences across the country on the 17-stop Jesus Is King Tour. Tickets are available now here.

With more new music on the way, keep up with West and his upcoming announcements at matthewwest.com and on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, X and TikTok.

Jesus Is King Tracklist:

1. "Jesus Is King"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

2. "Don't Give Up on Me"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

3. "Good"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

4. "Back to Jesus"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

5. "Heaven Will Tell"

(Matthew West)

6. "The Good Fight"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

7. "Shame Is Not My Story"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

8. "Come Alive"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

9. "Found"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

10. "Younger Me"

(Matthew West)

11. "Here & Heaven"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

12. "Jesus Is King (reprise)"

(Matthew West, AJ Pruis)

Jesus Is King Tour Dates:

Sept. 10, 2026 in Austin, Texas at LifeFamily Mueller

Sept. 11, 2026 in Humble, Texas at Grace Church of Humble

Sept. 13, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Okla. at Southern Hills Baptist Church

Sept. 17, 2026 in Grants Pass, Ore. at Edgewater Christian Fellowship

Sept. 18, 2026 in Tualatin, Ore. at Rolling Hills Community Church

Sept. 19, 2026 in Mount Tacoma Mobile Park, Wash. at Church For All Nations

Sept. 20, 2026 in Eagle, Idaho at Eagle Christian Church

Sept. 22, 2026 in Sparks, Nev. at Summit Christian Church

Sept. 24, 2026 in El Dorado Hills, Calif. at Bayside Church - El Dorado Hills Campus

Sept. 25, 2026 in Redlands, Calif. at Packinghouse Christian Fellowship

Sept. 26, 2026 in Porterville, Calif. at Porterville Church of the Nazarene

Sept. 27, 2026 in Redding, Calif. at Cascade Theatre

Sept. 29, 2026 in San Jose, Calif. at Church on the Hill

Oct. 1, 2026 in Spring Valley, Calif. at Faith Chapel

Oct. 2, 2026 in Yorba Linda, Calif. at Friends Church

Oct. 3, 2026 in Phoenix, Ariz. at Mountain Park Church

Oct. 4, 2026 in El Paso, Texas at The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center

ABOUT MATTHEW WEST:

Dubbed "one of Christian music's most prolific singer-songwriters" (Billboard), Matthew West has notched 39 No.1 songs combined as an artist and songwriter and has been awarded RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications. West is also a five-time GRAMMY nominee, NSAI's 2025 and 2022 Songwriter-Artist of the Year, ASCAP's 2023 Golden Note Award recipient, ASCAP's Songwriter of the Year recipient, and a multiple ASCAP Christian Music Songwriter/Artist of the Year winner. He has received an American Music Award, a Billboard Music Award, K-LOVE Fan Awards, GMA Dove Awards, and has been named Billboard's Hot Christian Songwriter of the Year. A recipient of the Rich Mullins Impact Award, West also received a Primetime Emmy® Award nomination for Original Music & Lyrics for the title track for the feature film "The Heart of Christmas."

In addition to his own recording career, he has co-hosted the K-LOVE Fan Awards eight times and has more than 275 songwriting credits to his name, including cuts by Anne Wilson, Rascal Flatts, Scotty McCreery, Michael W. Smith, Amy Grant, Mandisa, Danny Gokey, Casting Crowns, and others. The release of Don't Stop Praying marked his 13th studio album. West's first single from the album and title track, "Don't Stop Praying" (released January 2024) marked the biggest streaming single debut in his 20-year career and notched a No. 1 spot for 8 weeks on Christian radio. His latest radio single, "Good," has topped the charts at Christian radio, marking his fastest-rising single since 2013. The track reflects West's continued focus on songs that wrestle honestly with faith, humility, and grace - setting the tone for a year defined by creative clarity and spiritual depth.

Adding author to his list of accolades, West has written nine books to date: K- Love award winning "My Story, Your Glory 30-Day Devotional," "Give This Christmas Away," "The Story Of Your Life," "Forgiveness," "Today Is Day One", "Hello, My Name Is, "The God Who Stays," "Come Home For Christmas" with his ninth book "Don't Stop Praying" out now. In 2020, The Matthew West Podcast debuted and continues weekly with special guests. West is also passionate about providing hope and healing through the power of prayer and story. Along with his father, Pastor Joe West, they founded popwe, a non-profit ministry helping others to craft, share, and live a more meaningful life.

For more information visit www.matthewwest.com or follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.

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