At the prestigious 12th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards, Brandon Lake emerged as the standout winner, capturing an impressive four awards, including the highly coveted Artist of the Year and Male Artist of the Year titles. His collaboration with Jelly Roll on the powerful track “Hard Fought Hallelujah” was recognized as the Song of the Year, while his inspirational hit “That’s Who I Praise” earned the title of Worship Song of the Year. This remarkable achievement underscores Lake’s significant impact on the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) scene.

Other noteworthy winners at this year’s ceremony included celebrated artists such as CeCe Winans, for King & Country, Matthew West, and Leanna Crawford, showcasing the incredible talent and diversity within the Christian music industry.

The K-LOVE Fan Awards, a hallmark event honoring the finest creators in the Contemporary Christian Music genre, aired on TBN on Friday, May 30. The evening was not just about celebrating the winners; it also featured stellar performances from numerous top-tier artists in the genre. This included performances by Jeremy Camp, Crawford, Crowder, Colton Dixon, Elevation Rhythm, for King & Country together with Michael W. Smith, Jamie MacDonald, MercyMe, Mac Powell, TobyMac, Jon Reddick, We The Kingdom, Matthew West, Zach Williams, Anne Wilson, CeCe Winans, and Megan Woods, making it a night to remember.

The awards ceremony was recorded at the iconic Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville on May 25, bringing together fans and artists for a night of celebration and inspiration. For those who missed the live broadcast, the K-LOVE Fan Awards will be re-aired on TBN on June 6 at 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. ET, providing another opportunity for fans to enjoy the festivities.

This annual awards show serves as the grand finale of the three-day K-LOVE Ultimate Fan Experience, which features a variety of exciting events including a Friday night kick-off concert, an Emerging Artist Showcase, a Songwriter’s Showcase, and a Sunday morning worship service, all designed to connect fans with their favorite artists and celebrate the Christian music community.

For those interested in a detailed recap, here is the complete list of this year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards winners:

Outstanding Song of the Year Recognized

WINNER: “Hard Fought Hallelujah” – Brandon Lake (feat. Jelly Roll)
Other notable nominees included “Made for More” by Josh Baldwin, “Take It All Back” by Tauren Wells, “Somebody Prayed” by Crowder, “The Truth” by Megan Woods, “Still Waters” by Leanna Crawford, “Desperate” by Jamie MacDonald, “That’s My King” by CeCe Winans, “Oh Death” by MercyMe, and “Nothin’ Sweeter” by TobyMac.

Best Worship Song of the Year Celebrated

Other nominees included “Goodbye Yesterday” by Elevation Rhythm, “God Is Not Against Me” by Elevation Worship, with the WINNER: “That’s Who I Praise” by Brandon Lake. Additional contenders for this category included “Take You at Your Word” by Cody Carnes, “Lead On Good Shepherd” by Patrick Mayberry, “In the Name of Jesus” by JWLKRS Worship, and “The Jesus Way” by Phil Wickham.

Breakout Single of the Year Awarded

Other nominees included “Desperate” by Jamie MacDonald, “The Truth” by Megan Woods, with the WINNER: “Still Waters” by Leanna Crawford. Competing tracks also involved “Whisper and the Wind” by Bodie and “Flowers” by Samantha Ebert.

Artist of the Year Awarded to a Visionary

WINNER: Brandon Lake
Other nominees included Crowder, Anne Wilson, TobyMac, Tauren Wells, Josh Baldwin, for King & Country, MercyMe, CeCe Winans, and Forrest Frank, highlighting the exceptional talent in the field.

Group of the Year Recognized for Excellence

Other nominees included CAIN, MercyMe, with the WINNER: for King & Country. Competing groups also included We Are Messengers, Elevation Worship, Caleb & John, Big Daddy Weave, JWLKRS Worship, Elevation Rhythm, and We The Kingdom, showcasing the vibrancy of group performances in Christian music.

Male Artist of the Year Celebrated

WINNER: Brandon Lake
Other nominees included Crowder, Jeremy Camp, Tauren Wells, Josh Baldwin, TobyMac, Forrest Frank, Phil Wickham, Matthew West, and Josiah Queen, all of whom have made significant contributions to the music industry.

Female Artist of the Year Honored

Other nominees included Anne Wilson, with the WINNER: CeCe Winans. Other notable contenders were Lauren Daigle, Tasha Layton, Terrian, Jamie MacDonald, Megan Woods, Leanna Crawford, Katy Nichole, and Samantha Ebert, reflecting the diverse talent among female artists in Christian music.

Film Impact Award for Inspiring Stories

Contenders included titles such as Unsung Hero, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Unbreakable Boy, Bonhoeffer, Sound of Hope, Cabrini, The Forge, White Bird, and Someone Like You. The WINNER: The Chosen Season 5 stands out for its profound impact and storytelling.

TV/Streaming Impact Award for Excellence in Media

Nominees included The Wingfeather Saga Season 2, with the WINNER: House of David
Other contenders were Shadrach, Homestead: The Series, The Riot and the Dance Season 1, and Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story, showcasing excellence in storytelling.