JFH News: Ryan Stevenson's "Eye of the Storm" Receives Platinum Certification; A Decade Later & Kids' Version Released

RYAN STEVENSON CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF "EYE OF THE STORM" WITH NEW REIMAGINED VERSIONS, "EYE OF THE STORM (A DECADE LATER)"

RIAA Platinum-Certified, Dove Award-Winning Hit Reimagined for a New Generation; 10th Anniversary Tour Set for This Fall

Ryan Stevenson's 'Eye of the Storm' Receives Platinum Certification; A Decade Later & Kids' Version Released

NEWS SOURCE: Merge PR
September 1, 2026

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEPTEMBER 01, 2026) GRAMMY�-nominated, Dove Award-winning artist Ryan Stevenson celebrates a decade of his career-defining hit "Eye of the Storm" with the release of "Eye of the Storm (A Decade Later)." The newly reimagined versions honor the song's lasting impact while bringing its message of hope and God's faithfulness to a new generation. The multi-track single features "Eye of the Storm (A Decade Later)" and "Eye Of The Storm (Kids Version). Listen to both songs here.

Originally featured on Stevenson's Fresh Start album, "Eye of the Storm" became a breakout hit in 2016, reaching No. 1 on both the Billboard Hot Christian Songs and Christian Airplay charts and remaining at the top of Christian radio for 16 weeks. The song went on to win Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the 2017 GMA Dove Awards, while also earning a Dove Award nomination for Song of the Year, a Billboard Music Award nomination for Top Christian Song and two K-LOVE Fan Award nominations.

L to R: TobyMac, Ryan Stevenson, Bryan Fowler, Joey Elwood

A decade later, the song has reached another major milestone with RIAA Platinum certification, further underscoring its enduring connection with listeners. Stevenson celebrated the achievement with a special Platinum celebration at Gotee Records in Franklin, Tennessee, honoring both the certification and a decade of impact for the career-defining song.

For the new rendition, Stevenson revisits the anthem alongside the next generation, creating a meaningful full-circle tribute version to the original recording, which featured the late GabeReal (Gabe Patillo). The new kids' version features Stevenson and Patillo's children, adding a deeply personal and multigenerational dimension to the song while preserving the message that first resonated with listeners 10 years ago.

The anniversary celebration will continue this fall as Stevenson heads out on a special "Eye of the Storm" 10th Anniversary Tour, running September 30 through October 18. The limited run will give audiences an opportunity to celebrate the music, memories, and stories surrounding the song, along with fan favorites from Stevenson's career. Tour dates and ticket information are available here.

"Eye of the Storm" remains one of the defining songs of Stevenson's career and a testament to a message that continues to meet listeners in every season: even when circumstances feel uncertain, God remains steady in the midst of the storm.

"Eye of the Storm (Kids Version)" Official Music Video

ABOUT RYAN STEVENSON: Ryan Stevenson is a GRAMMY�-nominated, Dove Award-winning artist and one of contemporary Christian music's most consistent voices. With seven No. 1 hits and more than 3.2 billion global streams, his songs, including the platinum-certified anthem "Eye of the Storm," have connected with audiences worldwide. Raised in a small farm town in Oregon, Stevenson's journey from humble beginnings to global stages reflects a deep-rooted faith and relentless perseverance. He first gained national recognition co-writing TobyMac's platinum hit "Speak Life," launching a career defined by honest storytelling and hope-filled music. Known for blending vulnerability with conviction, Stevenson continues to create songs that remind listeners they are not alone and that even in life's storms, faith has the final word.

ABOUT GOTEE RECORDS: In 1992, a production team of three talented guys with diverse tastes shared a love for music. Producers Joey Elwood and Todd Collins, along with Grammy-winning artist TobyMac, launched Gotee Records in 1994 after unsuccessfully finding a label deal for the R&B trio Out of Eden. With a steady focus on artistry, the new label expanded to reflect the diverse interests of its founders. Within 12 months, Christafari, GRITS, and Johnny Q. Public were signed, easily representing four different music categories: R&B, reggae, rap, and rock. In the 25-plus years since Gotee's founding as a record label, it has launched the careers of Relient K, Jennifer Knapp, Sonicflood, Jamie Grace, and, more recently, Capital Kings, Ryan Stevenson, Hollyn, and Aaron Cole. The present-day in the Gotee story is much like the label's early days. Through all the changes in the tumultuous music industry, the boutique label's independent spirit is maintained through a steady focus on artist development and diversity. In 2025, Bell Partners Worldwide acquired Gotee Records, launching a new division, Bell Partners Christian Music, which aimed to expand the global reach of Christian music artists. Gotee executives Joey Elwood and Toby McKeehan (tobyMac) will continue in leadership roles at Gotee as well as at Bell Partners Christian Music, with Elwood serving as CEO of the latter.

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