Zach Williams is an American contemporary Christian music artist and singer-songwriter from Jonesboro, Arkansas. He is best known for his hit songs “Chain Breaker”, “Old Church Choir”, “There Was Jesus”, and “Less Like Me”. Williams has released 5 studio albums and received multiple GMA Dove Awards and Grammy nominations. Currently, Zach Williams is actively touring, releasing new music, and working on various projects.
Current Music Career
In 2022, Zach Williams released his 5th studio album titled “A Hundred Highways”. The album features 12 new songs including popular singles like “Save Me”, “Highway Home”, and “Whole Heart”. “A Hundred Highways” debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart. Williams promoted the album by embarking on the A Hundred Highways Tour. He performed songs from the new album as well as previous hits across the United States.
In addition to touring, Williams has continued to release new music in 2023. In January, he dropped a new single called “Stand Up” which is an uplifting anthem about perseverance and resilience. Most recently in September 2023, Williams released another brand new song titled “Into Your Arms” which is a powerful worship ballad. These new songs indicate that Williams is actively writing and recording fresh material. Fans speculate more new music could be coming soon.
Awards and Accolades
Zach Williams has received significant recognition through awards shows and charts over the past few years. At the 2020 GMA Dove Awards, Williams won Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year for his 2019 release “Rescue Story”. In 2021, his song “There Was Jesus” won Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the Doves.
At the 2022 GMA Dove Awards held in October, Williams took home 3 awards including Artist of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year for “Less Like Me”, and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year for “Old Church Choir”. These wins solidify Williams as one of the top artists in Contemporary Christian Music right now.
Beyond the Doves, Williams has also found success on the Billboard charts. All 5 of his studio albums have reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart. Multiple songs including “Chain Breaker”, “Fear is a Liar”, and “There Was Jesus” have topped the Billboard Christian Airplay chart. Clearly, Williams has carved out an important space as a hitmaker in the Christian music industry.
Touring Schedule
As mentioned previously, Williams is actively touring in support of his latest album release. Below are some of Zach Williams’ upcoming tour dates and locations:
Date | City | Venue |
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October 20, 2023 | Houston, TX | Toyota Center |
November 3, 2023 | Los Angeles, CA | Crypto.com Arena |
November 12, 2023 | Denver, CO | Ball Arena |
December 1, 2023 | Portland, OR | Moda Center |
December 15, 2023 | Chicago, IL | United Center |
These tour stops demonstrate the nationwide appeal and reach of Zach Williams as he performs for fans across the United States. The concerts provide Williams with an opportunity to connect with listeners and share songs as well as stories behind the music. For the most up to date list of tour dates, visit Williams’ official website.
Other Projects
Beyond music, Zach Williams has been involved in various other projects and partnerships over the past couple years. In 2021, he launched a podcast called “The Zach Williams Show” where he conducts interviews with various guests including other musicians, athletes, authors and more. Episodes tackle relevant topics such as faith, pop culture, sports, social justice and life challenges.
Williams has also partnered with the American Bible Society for their Faith Always Wins campaign. As part of this outreach, Williams shared his personal faith journey through digital content and media. Most recently in September 2022, Williams headlined the Faith Always Wins concert at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville along with special guests. This event promoted the campaign’s mission of sharing hope and unity through God’s word.
An important cause for Williams is supporting recovery from addiction. He has been open about his own journey to sobriety after years of drug and alcohol abuse. Williams partners with recovery programs to raise awareness and give back. He also launched his own recovery resource app called “Sobered” in 2021. The app provides support tools, encouragement, and community for those battling addiction. These initiatives allow Williams to make a difference beyond just his music career.
Social Media Presence
Zach Williams maintains an active presence across major social media platforms to connect with fans and share updates. He posts frequently on:
– Instagram (@zachwilliamsmusic) – 1 million followers
– Facebook (Zach Williams Music) – 1.4 million followers
– Twitter (@zachwilliams) – 61K followers
– YouTube (Zach Williams VEVO) – 570K subscribers
Across these accounts, Williams gives sneak peeks at new music, promotes tour dates, interacts with followers, shares family photos, and more. Social media provides a way for Williams to engage with supporters around the world on a more personal level. Fans can feel like they really get to know the artist off-stage.
Staying highly active on social media is important for any modern musician. For Zach Williams, it has allowed him to cultivate a dedicated online fanbase that has contributed to his success as a contemporary Christian artist. These platforms are sure to remain an important outlet for Williams to share his life and music going forward.
Personal Life
Although Williams spends significant time on touring and music projects, he remains grounded in his faith and family. Zach and his wife Crystal were high school sweethearts and have been married since 2004. Together they have four children – Noah, Haynes, Ruby and Taylor. Faith and family are pillars in Williams’ life.
In interviews, Williams has shared how becoming a husband and father completely changed his perspective and priorities. After years of reckless living, he found purpose and settled down. Williams cherishes the time he gets to spend at home with his wife and kids when he’s not on the road.
Staying involved with church community is also hugely important to Williams. He serves atChapelwood United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas along with his family. Williams tries to prioritize church attendance when he’s not traveling for concerts. He has shared that having a strong home church provides invaluable support and accountability.
Overall, Williams aims to be a devoted family man and faithful follower of Christ. These personal priorities keep him grounded as he navigates life as a successful Christian music artist.
Looking Ahead
Over the past 5 years since launching his solo career, Zach Williams has solidified himself as a rising star in Contemporary Christian music. He has attained huge success across albums, tours and awards shows. However, at just 44 years old, Williams still likely has many more years ahead to create music and impact lives.
Fans can expect more new album releases in the future. Based on his track record, Williams will probably put out new studio projects every couple years. Each record will present fresh new songs while also improving on his signature sound. Touring is also sure to remain a constant for Williams to support album releases and connect with listeners.
There is a chance for Williams to cross over into mainstream music as well. His songs have appealed to Christian and secular audiences alike. Collaborations with non-Christian artists could draw even more listeners. Williams has the talent and appeal to become a breakout star beyond just the Christian genre.
No matter what comes next, Zach Williams will stay true to his faith, family and fans. He has an authenticity about him that makes his music and story relatable. For as long as he is making music, Williams will aim to spread hope through his lyrics. Expect more hit songs, awards show moments and lives impacted as Zach Williams continues using his platform for good.