Career Timeline of Brandon Lake: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Brandon Lake, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Michael Brandon Lake, known as Brandon Lake, is an American Christian worship singer, songwriter, guitarist, and worship pastor. He is currently a worship pastor and songwriter at Seacoast Church in Charleston, South Carolina. He formerly worked with Bethel Music and Maverick City Music. Lake launched his recording career in 2015 through crowdfunding, culminating in the independent release of his debut album, Closer, in 2016.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 20, 2023: Tear Off the Roof Tour Announcement

On November 20, 2023, Brandon Lake announced the Tear Off the Roof Tour, scheduled for the spring of 2024, featuring Doe as a special guest. The tour includes twenty cities across the United States.

2023: GMA Dove Awards and Billboard Music Awards Nominations and Wins

In 2023, Brandon Lake received eleven nominations at the GMA Dove Awards, including Artist of the Year and three Song of the Year nominations. He won four awards including Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year – Artist. At the 2023 Billboard Music Awards, Lake garnered four nominations. Billboard declared Lake the leading artist in the Top Christian Artist - Male category, with "Gratitude" being the top song of 2023 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.

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February 5, 2024: Release of "Nothing New (I Do) – Wedding Version"

On February 5, 2024, Brandon Lake released "Nothing New (I Do) – Wedding Version" featuring Brittany Lake as a standalone single. The song peaked at number 28 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart.

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March 1, 2024: Feature on Elevation Worship's Single "Praise"

On March 1, 2024, Brandon Lake featured on Elevation Worship's single "Praise" alongside Chris Brown and Chandler Moore. "Praise" reached number one on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart.

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March 7, 2024: Tear Off the Roof Tour Begins

On March 7, 2024, Brandon Lake's Tear Off the Roof Tour commenced in Birmingham, Alabama. The tour spans across twenty cities in the United States and features Doe as a special guest.

March 2024: Summer Worship Nights Tour Announcement

In March 2024, Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham announced a second Summer Worship Nights tour, scheduled to take place in August.

March 16, 2024: "Praise" Reaches Number One on Billboard Hot Christian Songs Chart

On March 16, 2024, "Praise", featuring Brandon Lake with Elevation Worship, Chris Brown and Chandler Moore, reached number one on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart where it remained for 31 weeks.

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March 22, 2024: Release of "Miracle Child"

On March 22, 2024, "Miracle Child" was released as the third single from Coat of Many Colors. The song peaked at number 20 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.

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June 13, 2024: Announcement of New Album "Tear Off the Roof (Live from the Holy City)"

On June 13, 2024, Brandon Lake announced the upcoming release of his new album, Tear Off the Roof (Live from the Holy City), which was set to be released on June 21.

June 21, 2024: Release of "Tear Off the Roof (Live from the Holy City)"

On June 21, 2024, Brandon Lake released "Tear Off the Roof (Live from the Holy City)". The album debuted at number 18 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums chart.

June 28, 2024: Release of "Love of God" with Phil Wickham

On June 28, 2024, Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham released "Love of God" as a standalone single ahead of the Summer Worship Nights tour. The song peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart.

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July 29, 2024: Release of "That's Who I Praise" as a Single

On July 29, 2024, Brandon Lake released "That's Who I Praise" as a single. The song reached number one on the Hot Christian Songs chart.

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October 19, 2024: "That's Who I Praise" Reaches Number One

On October 19, 2024, Brandon Lake's "That's Who I Praise" reached number one on the Hot Christian Songs chart.

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November 8, 2024: Release of "Hard Fought Hallelujah"

On November 8, 2024, Brandon Lake released "Hard Fought Hallelujah". The single debuted at number 51 on the Billboard Hot 100, number one on the Digital Songs chart, and number one on the Hot Christian Songs chart with substantial US streams and sales.

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