Abrahamic / Middle Eastern Christianity List of Christian Bands and Artists Find New Christian Music Artists and Bands Share Flipboard Email Print Rick Diamond / Getty Images Christianity Christian Entertainment Christianity Origins The Bible The New Testament The Old Testament Practical Tools for Christians Christian Life For Teens Christian Prayers Weddings Inspirational Bible Devotions Denominations of Christianity Funerals and Memorial Services Christian Holidays Key Terms in Christianity Catholicism Latter Day Saints View More By Kim Jones Christian Music Expert Kim Jones is an ordained pastor and a co-founder of Road to Revelation, a Christian rock band. our editorial process Kim Jones Updated June 25, 2019 There are multiple forms of worship, but as Christians, we tend to dwell solely on the spoken, prayer-like method. However, singing praises and rejoicing through song is another emotionally-driven way to connect with God. The word "sing" is even used in the KJV of the Bible over 115 times. The idea that all Christian music can be categorized as either Gospel or Christian rock is a myth. There are plenty of Christian music bands out there, spanning across nearly every musical genre. Use this list to find new Christian bands to enjoy, no matter your taste in music. Praise & Worship Praise & Worship is also known as contemporary worship music (CWM). This type of music is often heard in churches that focus on a Holy Spirit-led, personal, experience-based relationship with God. It often incorporates a guitarist or pianist leading the band into a worship or praise-like song. You might hear this type of music in Protestant, Pentecostal, Roman Catholic, and other Western churches. 1a.m.Aaron KeyesAll Sons & DaughtersAllan ScottAlvin SlaughterBellariveCharles BillingsleyChris ClaytonChris McClarneyChris TomlinChristy NockelsCity Harmonic, TheCrowderDana JorgensenDeidra HughesDon MoenElevation WorshipElisha's RequestGareth Paul TaylorGungorGwen SmithHillsongJadon LavikJason BareJason UptonJeff DeyoJon ThurlowJordan FelizKari JobeKatinas, TheKristin SchweainLashanda McCadneyLaura StoryLauren DaigleMatt GilmanMatt MaherMatt McCoyMatt RedmanPaul BalocheRend CollectiveRobbie Seay BandRussell & KristiSelahSONICFLOOdSoulfire RevolutionSteve and SandiSteven YbarraStuart TownendTim TimmonsTravis CottrellUnited Pursuit Gospel Gospel music began as hymns in the early 17th century. It's characterized by dominant vocals and whole body involvement, like clapping and stomping. This type of music was much different than other church music at the time because it had much more energy. Southern Gospel music is sometimes constructed as quartet music with four men and a piano. The type of music played under the Southern gospel genre may vary regionally, but as with all Christian music, the lyrics portray Biblical teachings. Beyond The AshesBill GaitherBooth BrothersBrothers ForeverBuddy GreeneCharlotte RitchieDixie Melody BoysDonnie McClurkinDove BrothersEighth DayErnie Haase & Signature SoundFaithful CrossingsGaither Vocal BandGreater VisionHope's CallJason CrabbKaren Peck & New RiverKenna Turner WestKingsmen QuartetKirk FranklinMandisaMarvin WinansMary MaryMercy's WellMike AllenNatalie GrantPaid in FullPathfinders, ThePfeifers, ThePraise IncorporatedReba PraiseRod BurtonRuss TaffSharron Kay KingSmokie NorfulSouthern PlainsmenSunday EditionTamela MannThe AkinsThe BrownsThe Crabb FamilyThe FreemansThe Gibbons FamilyThe GloversThe GouldsThe HoppersThe Hoskins FamilyThe Kingsmen QuartetThe LestersThe MartinsThe NelonsThe PerrysThe PromiseThe Sneed FamilyThe Talley TrioThe WalkersThe Watkins FamilyWayne Haun Country Country music is a wildly popular genre, but there are other sub-genres that could exist beneath it, such as Christian country music (CCM). CCM, sometimes called country gospel or inspirational country, blends the style of country with biblical lyrics. Like country music itself, it is an expansive genre, and no two CCM artists will sound exactly alike. Drums, guitar, and banjo are a few components often seen with country music. 33 MilesChristian DavisDel WayGayla EarlineGordon MoteHighway 101Jade SholtyJD AllenJeff & Sheri EasterJosh TurnerKellye CashMark Wayne GlasmireOak Ridge Boys, TheRandy TravisRed RootsRuss TaffSteve RichardThe MartinsThe Sneed FamilyThe Statler BrothersTy HerndonVictoria Griffith Modern Rock Modern Rock closely resembles Christian Rock. You'll notice that with some of the bands that perform this type of music, the lyrics may not speak directly about God or even Biblical ideas at all. Instead, the lyrics may contain implicit Biblical messages or may imply broader Christian teachings to other subjects. This makes Modern Rock music very popular with Christians and non-Christians alike. The songs can be heard widely on non-Christian radio stations across the country. AnberlinBobby BishopBread of StoneCitizen WayColton DixonDaniel's WindowDustin KensrueEchoing AngelsEisleyEveryday SundayFalling UpFamily Force 5Hearts of SaintsJohn Michael TalbotJohn SchlittKathleen CarnaliKoleKrystal MeyersKutlessLarry NormanManic DriveMe in MotionNEEDTOBREATHENewworldsonPhil JoelRandy StonehillRemedy DriveRevive BandRocket Summer, TheRunaway CitySatellites and SirensSeven PlacesSeventh Day SlumberShaun GrovesSilers BaldStars Go DimSuperchic[k]The FallenThe SonflowerzThe Violet BurningTerry BochVOTA (formerly known as Casting Pearls) Contemporary/Pop The bands below have used modern-style music to praise God in a new way, incorporating styles from pop, blues, country, and more. Contemporary music is often performed with acoustic instruments like guitars and pianos. 2 or More4HIMAcapellaAmy GrantAnthem LightsAshley GattaBarry RussoBebo NormanBethany DillonBetsy WalkerBlancaBrandon HeathBrian DoerksenBritt NicoleBryan DuncanBurlap to CashmereCarmanCasting CrownsCharmaineChasenChelsie BoydCheri KeaggyChris AugustChris RiceChris SlighCircleslideClovertonCoffey AndersonDanny GokeyDara MacleanDave BarnesEverfoundFernando OrtegaFiction Familyfor KING & COUNTRYGraceful ClosureGroup 1 CrewHollynJason CastroJason Eaton BandJennifer KnappJessa AndersonJim MurphyJonny DiazJordan's CrossingJustin UngerKaryn WilliamsKelly MinterKristian StanfillKyle ShermanLanae' HaleLexi ElishaMandisaMargaret BeckerMarie MillerMark SchultzMat KearneyMatthew WestMelissa GreeneMercyMeMeredith AndrewsMichael W SmithMylon Le FevreNatalie GrantNewsboysOBBPeter FurlerPhil WickhamPlumbRachel ChanRay BoltzRelient KRevive BandRhett Walker BandRoyal TailorRush of FoolsRuss LeeRyan StevensonSamestateSarah KellySatellites and SirensShane and ShaneShine Bright BabySidewalk ProphetsSolveig LeithaugStacie OrricoStellar KartSteven Curtis ChapmanTrue VibeUnspokenWarren BarfieldWe Are MessengersYancyYellow Cavalier Alternative Rock This type of Christian music closely resembles standard rock music. Songs by the bands are typically more up-tempo than normal gospel and country Christian songs. Alternative Christian rock bands set themselves apart from other alternative rock groups with songs are clearly centered around salvation through Christ. Daniel's WindowFONOHearts of SaintsKoleKrystal MeyersLarry NormanManic DriveMe in MotionNEEDTOBREATHENewsboysNewworldsonPhil JoelRandy StonehillRemedy DriveRocket Summer, TheRunaway CitySeven PlacesSeventh Day SlumberSilers BaldStars Go DimSuperchic[k]The FallenThe SonflowerzThe Violet Burning Indie Rock Whoever said Christian artists are mainstream? Indie (independent) rock is a type of alternative rock music that better describes DIY bands or artists that have a relatively small budget to produce their songs. FirefalldownFue Hard Rock/Metal Hard rock or metal is a type of rock music that has its roots in psychedelic rock, acid rock, and blues-rock. While most Christian music is generally more soft-spoken, the heart of Christian music is in the lyrics, which can easily be combined with louder and more up-tempo styles like hard rock and metal. Christian metal is loud and often characterized by amplified distortion sounds and long guitar solos. Sometimes, it might take a kick in your ears to hear the important lyrics behind these Godly bands. 12 StonesAbout A MileAugust Burns RedClassic PetraDiscipleEmeryEowynFireflightHarvestBloomIcon For HireLight Up The DarknewsIliaNorma JeanP.O.DProject 86Random HeroREDRoad to RevelationScarlet WhiteSeven SystemSkilletSpokenStryperThe Letter BlackThe ProtestThousand Foot KrutchUnderoathWolves at the Gate Folk Folk songs are often passed through an oral tradition. Often, they are very old songs or songs that come from around the world. Folk music often historical and personal events into account and Christian folk is no different. Many Christian folk songs describe Jesus and his followers through a historical lens. Burlap to CashmereChris RiceFiction FamilyJennifer Knapp Jazz The word "jazz" itself comes from the 19th-century slang term "jasm," meaning energy. This time of music is often understood as highly expressive, which is a perfect medium for showing the intense emotions involved with Christianity. The jazz music genre includes music that was developed from blues and ragtime, and first made popular by African-Americans artists. Jonathon Butler Beach Beach music is also known as Carolina beach music or beach pop. It spawned from similar pop and rock music in the 1950s and 1960s. All it takes to make a Christian beach song is the incorporation of Christian values into the lyrics. Bill Mallia Hip-Hop Hip-hop is some of the best music to get your body moving, which is why it's so great for listening to Christian music. Group 1 CrewLecraeSean Johnson Inspirational The bands and artists in the inspirational genre encompass other similar genres like metal, pop, rap, rock, gospel, praise and worship, and others. As the name would suggest, this type of music is great for lifting your spirits. Since these artists sing about Christian morals and beliefs, they're perfect if you need some God-centered inspiration. Abigail MillerAndy FlanBrian LittrellDavid PhelpsFFHJosh WilsonKathy TroccoliLara LandonLarnelle HarrisLaura KaczorMandie PintoMichael CardPhillips, Craig & DeanScott KrippayneSteve GreenTwila ParisZechariah's Song Instrumental Instrumental Christian music takes the melodies of church hymns and plays them on instruments like piano or guitar. These types of Christian songs are great for praying or reading the Bible. The absence of lyrics makes these songs perfect for moments when you need to really concentrate. David KlinkenbergDinoEduard KlassenGreg HowlettGreg VailJeff BjorckJimmy RobertsKeith Andrew GrimLaura StincerMaurice SklarPaul AaronRoberto StuartRuth FazalThe Kenny MacKenzie Trio Bluegrass This type of Christian music has its roots in Irish and Scottish music, so the style is a bit different than most of the other genres in this list. However, it makes for some really soothing listening. With Christian lyrics added in, these bluegrass bands will definitely get your soul reaching for something larger than yourself. Canaan's CrossingCody Shuler & Pine Mountain RailroadJeff & Sheri EasterRicky SkaggsThe Balos FamilyThe Chigger Hill Boys & TerriThe Easter BrothersThe IsaacsThe Lewis FamilyThe Roys Blues Blues is another style of music that was formed by African-Americans in the Deep South around the late 1800s. It's related to spiritual and folk music. Christian blues music is slower than rock music and isn't heard on the radio as often as other popular genres. However, it's definitely a genre worth looking into. Blud BrosJimmie BratcherJonathon ButlerMike FarrisReverand Blues BandRuss TaffTerry Boch Celtic The harp and pipes are common instruments used in Celtic music, which are often seen as the old, traditional way for Christian music to be played. Ceili RainCrossing, TheEve and the GardenMoya BrennanRic Blair Children and Youth The bands below incorporate messages about God and morals to children through an easy and accessible voice and sound. They incorporate Christian messages in a way that children of all ages can understand. For instance, some of these bands might play songs about school or childhood games, but still keep all of it in the context of Christianity. butterflyfishChip RichterChristopher DuffleyCross The Sky MusicDonut Man, TheMiss PattyCake