Joseph Habedank is stepping into a brand-new chapter-and fans may not have seen this one coming.
The two-time GRAMMY nominee and four-time DOVE Award winner has built a career on deeply personal songs that tell his remarkable story of redemption, recovery, and faith. But now, Habedank is shifting the spotlight away from himself and turning it fully toward worship with the announcement of The Worship Album, arriving July 31 through Gaither Music Group.
Leading the project is the powerful new single, "Agnus Dei/Worthy of It All," a soaring worship medley that is already creating unforgettable moments during Habedank's live performances. According to those who have attended recent concerts, the song has become a standout moment of the evening, with audiences spontaneously rising to their feet in worship.
For Habedank, the project represents something different from anything he has recorded before.
"I've sung a lot of songs about my story, but this project gave me a chance to simply point people back to Jesus," he shared.
The album finds the beloved Gospel vocalist taking on some of the most influential worship songs of the past decade. Rather than simply covering familiar hits, Habedank brings his signature vocal style and testimony-driven delivery to songs already beloved by churches around the world.
Produced by Nick Schwarz and filmed live at The Mulehouse in Columbia, Tennessee, The Worship Album will be released not only as an audio recording but also as a concert DVD and television special. The project features special appearances from Jake Hess III, Autumn Streetman, and Scotty Inman.
Gaither Music executives believe Habedank's ability to connect emotionally with listeners is what makes the project unique.
"Whether he is singing 'I Speak Jesus,' 'Holy Forever,' or 'Firm Foundation,' he brings these songs through the lens of his own testimony," said Paul Sizelove, President of Sun Label Group and Gaither Music. "They are songs many people already know and love, but when Joseph sings them, they feel personal."
The release also marks one of the biggest worship-focused projects of Habedank's career, bringing together modern church anthems made famous by artists such as Brandon Lake, Phil Wickham, Chris Tomlin, Elevation Worship, and Sinach.
The Worship Album Track Listing
1. Rattle!
Written by Steven Furtick, Brandon Lake and Chris Brown
2. House of the Lord
Written by Phil Wickham and Jonathan Smith
3. Gratitude
Written by Benjamin Hastings, Brandon Lake and Dante Bowe
4. I Speak Jesus
Written by Dustin Smith, Carlene Prince, Raina Pratt, Kristen Dutton, Abby Benton and Jesse Reeves
5. Praise You Anywhere
Written by Jacob Sooter, Hank Bentley, Brandon Lake and Ben Fielding
6. Holy Forever
Written by Brian Johnson, Chris Tomlin, Jason Ingram, Jenn Johnson and Phil Wickham
7. 10,000 Reasons
Written by Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman
8. Graves Into Gardens
Written by Steven Furtick, Brandon Lake, Tiffany Hudson and Chris Brown
9. Way Maker
Written by Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu (Sinach)
10. Goodness of God
Written by Jenn Johnson, Ben Fielding, Jason Ingram, Ed Cash and Brian Johnson
Featuring background vocals from Autumn Nelon and Riley Clark
11. Firm Foundation (He Won't)
Written by Cody Carnes, Austin Davis and Chandler Moore
12. Agnus Dei/Worthy of It All
Written by Michael W. Smith, David Brymer and Ryan Hall
The accompanying television special is set to reach millions of homes through an impressive lineup of networks including TBN, RFD-TV, TCT, The Word Network, Vision, The Walk TV, TLN, Hope TV, The Miracle Channel, CTS, CTN and Heartland. A radio special is also scheduled to premiere on SiriusXM, while selections from the album will receive additional exposure on Bill Gaither's enLighten channel.
With beloved worship favorites, a live concert atmosphere, and one of Gospel music's most recognizable voices at the center of it all, The Worship Album may be Joseph Habedank's most worship-focused-and potentially most impactful-release yet. As anticipation builds toward July 31, one thing is clear: Habedank isn't just revisiting songs the Church loves. He's inviting listeners into a worship experience that feels deeply personal, powerful, and timely.
