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Hymn of Heaven
Hymn of Heaven Album Cover
Studio album by
ReleasedJune 25, 2021 (2021-06-25)
Recorded2020
Genre
Label
Phil Wickham chronology
Christmas: Acoustic Sessions
(2020)
Hymn of Heaven
(2021)
Singles from Hymn of Heaven
  1. "Battle Belongs"
    Released: September 4, 2020 (2020-09-04)
  2. "House of the Lord"
    Released: April 2, 2021 (2021-04-02)

Hymn of Heaven is the eigth studio album by American Contemporary Christian singer Phil Wickham. The album is slated for release on June 25, 2021,[1] by Fair Trade Services and Columbia Records. The album features a guest appearance by Brandon Lake.

The album has been supported by the release of "Battle Belongs" and "House of the Lord" as singles. "Battle Belongs" peaked at No. 13 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart, and No. 2 on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "House of the Lord" peaked at No. 27 on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "It's Always Been You" was released as a promotional single. Hymn of Heaven will be promoted with the Nights of Worship tour, followed by the Singalong Tour, which is set to span the United States.

Background

Billboard first reported that Hymn of Heaven was Phil Wickham's upcoming studio album, slated for release on June 25, 2021, following the No. 1 peak of "Battle Belongs" on the Christian Airplay chart.[2] Wickham collaborated with various songwriters such Jonathan Smith, Jason Ingram, Ethan Hulse, Brian Johnson, Ricky and Ran Jackson, Passion City's Sean Curran, Hillsong's Chris Davenport, Bethel Music's Kalley Heiligenthal, and Brandon Lake, whose vocals are also featured on the song "Where I'm Standing Now".[3] Wickham described the album as being "full of praise and thankfulness, just lifting up the name of Jesus and speaking what we know the reality is even though we don't see it," further adding that his intention was to "facilitate moments where people can encounter the presence of God."[4]

Release and promotion

Singles

"Battle Belongs" was released as the lead single of Hymn of Heaven on September 4, 2020.[5] The single went on to peak at No. 13 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart,[6] and No. 2 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[7]

"House of the Lord" was released as the second single from the album on April 2, 2021.[8] The single peaked at No. 27 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[9]

Promotional singles

On May 12, 2021, Phil Wickham announced that "It's Always Been You" will be released on May 14, 2021.[10] "It's Always Been You" was released as the first promotional single from the album, concurrently launching the album's pre-order.[11]

Touring

In promotion of Hymn of Heaven, Wickham will embark on the Night Of Worship tour in the spring and summer, along with festival dates throughout the summer. Wickham will also embark on the Singalong Tour alongside Pat Barrett and Brandon Lake in various cities across the United States in the fall.[12]

Track listing

Hymn of Heaven[13][14]
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Battle Belongs"
Jonathan Smith4:47
2."Hymn of Heaven"
  
3."House of the Lord"
  • Wickham
  • Jonathan Smith
Jonathan Smith4:16
4."It's Always Been You"
  • Wickham
  • Ricky Jackson
  • Ran Jackson
  • Ran Jackson
  • Ricky Jackson
4:01
5."Where I'm Standing Now" (featuring Brandon Lake)
  • Wickham
  • Brandon Lake
  • Brian Johnson
  
6."Reason I Sing"
  • Wickham
  • Smith
  
7."His Name is Jesus"
  • Wickham
  • Brian Johnson
  • Lake
  • Kalley Heiligenthal
  • Davenport
  • Dominic Shahbon
  
8."1,000 Names"
  • Wickham
  • Taylor Johnson
  • Adrian Disch
  • Sean Curran
  
9."Falling in Love"
  • Wickham
  • Smith
  • Curran
  • Melodie Malone
  
10."Look to Jesus"
  
11."God of Revival"
  • Wickham
  • Brian Johnson
  
12."3:16 (Spontaneous)"
  • Wickham
  • Brian Johnson
  • Lake
  • Heiligenthal
  • Davenport
  • Shahbon
  
13."Heart Full of Praise"
  • Wickham
  • Ingram
  • Hulse
  

Release history

Region Date Format(s) Label(s) Ref.
Various June 25, 2021 [13][14]

References

  1. ^ Longs, Herb (May 13, 2021). "Phil Wickham's New Album 'Hymn Of Heaven' Coming June 25 - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  2. ^ Asker, Jim (April 7, 2021). "Phil Wickham Tops Christian Airplay Chart With 'Battle Belongs' | Billboard". Billboard. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  3. ^ "JFH News: Phil Wickham's new album, "Hymn of Heaven," Releases June 25". Jesus Freak Hideout. May 12, 2021. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  4. ^ "Phil Wickham Set to Release New Album". NewReleaseToday. May 13, 2021. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  5. ^ Cluver, Ross (September 4, 2020). "Phil Wickham Releases New Single 'Battle Belongs' – CCM Magazine". CCM Magazine. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  6. ^ "Battle Belongs Chart History | Billboard". Billboard. Bubbling Under Hot 100. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  7. ^ "Battle Belongs Chart History | Billboard". Billboard. Hot Christian Songs. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  8. ^ Clarks, Jessie (April 2, 2021). "Phil Wickham Premieres New Single "House Of The Lord" - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  9. ^ "House Of The Lord Chart History | Billboard". Billboard. Hot Christian Songs. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  10. ^ Harper, Blessing (May 12, 2021). "Phil Wickham Announces New Single and Live Streaming Concert : News : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  11. ^ "‎It's Always Been You by Phil Wickham on Amazon Music - Amazon.com". Amazon.com. May 14, 2021. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  12. ^ Harper, Blessing (May 13, 2021). "7 Things to Know About Phil Wickham's "Hymn of Heaven" : News : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  13. ^ a b "‎Hymn Of Heaven by Phil Wickham on Amazon Music - Amazon.com". Amazon.com. May 14, 2021. Retrieved May 14, 2021.
  14. ^ a b "‎Hymn Of Heaven by Phil Wickham on Apple Music". Apple Music. United States. Apple Inc. Retrieved May 14, 2021.