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John Mark McMillan

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John Mark McMillan
McMillan performing in November 2021
McMillan performing in November 2021
Background information
Born (1979-11-27) November 27, 1979 (age 46)[citation needed]
Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.[citation needed]
GenresAlternative rock, contemporary worship
InstrumentsVocals, guitar
Years active2002–present
LabelsIntegrity Media, Lionhawk
Websitejohnmarkmcmillan.com

John Mark McMillan (born November 27, 1979) is an American singer, songwriter and musician.

Early life and education

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McMillan was born on November 27, 1979 in Charlotte.[citation needed] McMillan's parents are Robert "Robin" Agnew McMillan and Donna Boggs Wilson McMillan, and he is the eldest of four siblings—two younger brothers, Christopher Robin and Andrew Wilson, and his sister, Mary Kathryn.[1] He grew up going to church.[2]

Career

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In 2002, McMillan released his debut album Hope Anthology, Volume 1.[citation needed] This independent album was followed by The Song Inside: The Sounds of Breaking Down in 2005, which included the track "How He Loves".[3][independent source needed] The song was successful despite the album's independent release, and has been covered by several well-known artists within the Christian music industry including the David Crowder Band.[3][independent source needed] McMillan released his third album, The Medicine, independently in 2008, and re-released the same album under the Integrity Music label in 2010. Economy followed in 2011 with Integrity Music.[3][independent source needed] In 2014, McMillan and Josh Lujan Loveless formed Lionhawk Records, and Borderland became the first album released under this new label.[1][failed verification] Borderland was released after a successful Kickstarter campaign, where he raised close to double the goal.[4][5] The album debuted at No. 41 on the Billboard 200 and No. 4 on Billboard's Top Christian Album chart.[6] McMillan's subsequent studio albums were all released via Lionhawk Records. His next studio album, Mercury & Lightning, was released in 2017, and it was followed by Peopled with Dreams in 2020, and Deep Magic in 2023.[3][independent source needed] McMillan's most recent studio album is Cosmic Supreme, released in April 2025.[citation needed]

Personal life

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Consistent with his professional calling and the products of his work, McMillan has, since his early years and lifelong, expressed a commitment to a Christian faith.[2]

McMillan is married to Sarah Kathryn McMillan (née Williams), who is from Vidalia, Georgia.[7][dead link] They have three children.[8][9]

Discography

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Studio albums

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Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
US
[10] 		US
Christ.
[11] 		US
Rock
[12] 		US
Indie
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Hope Anthology, Volume 1 — — — —
The Song Inside The Sounds of Breaking Down
  • Released: November 29, 2005
  • Label: Independent
 — — — —
The Medicine
  • Released: (2008) July 6, 2010
  • Label: Integrity
 185 8 — —
Economy
  • Released: November 1, 2011
  • Label: Integrity
 95 6 23 16
Borderland
  • Released: March 4, 2014
  • Label: Independent
 41 3 — 7
Mercury & Lightning
  • Released: September 1, 2017
  • Label: Lionhawk Records
 —[A] 1 44 —
The Mercury Sessions
  • Released: June 29, 2018
  • Label: Lionhawk Records
 — — — —
The Lightning Sessions
  • Released: August 10, 2018
  • Label: Lionhawk Records
 — — — —
Peopled with Dreams
  • Released: February 14, 2020
  • Label: Lionhawk Records
 — 47 — —
Deep Magic
  • Released: October 6, 2023
  • Label: Lionhawk Records
 — — — —
Cosmic Supreme
  • Released: April 4, 2025
  • Label: Anotherland Records
 — — — —
"—" denotes releases that did not chart

Extended plays

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Title EP details Peak chart positions Sales
US
Christ.
[11]
You Are the Avalanche
  • Released: June 23, 2015
  • Label: Lionhawk/Capitol
 3
Smile In the Mystery
  • Released: November 23, 2018
  • Label: Lionhawk
 —

Live albums

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Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
US
Christ.
[11] 		US
Rock
[12]
Morningstar Harvest Worship Series: Awake, Volume One
  • Various artists compilation
  • Released: 2002
  • Label: Eaglestar Records
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The Borderland Sessions
  • Released: September 30, 2014
  • Label: Independent
 24 —
Live at the Knight 14 45

Singles

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  • "Wilderlove" (2016)
  • "No Country" (2016)
  • "Enemy, love." (2017)
  • "The Road, The Rocks, and The Weeds" (2019)
  • "Bright Abyss" (2019)
  • "Juggernaut" (2019)
  • "Pilgrim" (2020)
  • "Deliver Me" (2021)
  • "Re-enchanted World" (2021)
  • "Roaring Thunder" (2021)
  • "Has It Been You" (2021)
  • "Prove My Love" (2022)
  • "Atlanta" (2022)
  • "Ancient Love" (2025)
  • "All My Life" (2025)
  • "Heart's Delight" (2025)

Notes

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  1. ^ Mercury & Lightning did not enter the Billboard 200, but peaked at No. 39 on the Top Album Sales chart.[15]

References

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  1. ^ a b "An Evening of Ministry with Robin McMillan, Special music with John Mark McMillan – Sunday, May 6 @ 6 PM". New Life Christian Center. Retrieved February 17, 2014.[dead link][failed verification]
  2. ^ a b Selders, Kevin (October 9, 2016) [October 6, 2010]. "The Heart of John Mark McMillan". Relevant Magazine (RelevantmMagazine.com). Archived from the original on October 9, 2016. Retrieved October 6, 2016.
  3. ^ a b c d McMillan, John Mark (September 14, 2009). "How He Loves, David Crowder, and Sloppy Wet Kisses…". John Mark McMillan. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
  4. ^ Sarachik, Justin (February 25, 2014). "John Mark McMillan's 'Borderland' Releases March 4 After Successful Kickstarter Campaign". BREATHEcast. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
  5. ^ "John Mark McMillan Set To Release Indie Album March 4, 2014". NewReleaseToday.com (Press release). NRT Media Inc. January 4, 2014. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
  6. ^ "John Mark McMillan's Borderland Makes No.4 Debut on Christian Album Chart". Jesus Freak Hideout (Press release). March 13, 2014. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
  7. ^ "John Mark and Sarah McMillan". Morning Star. Retrieved February 14, 2014.[dead link]
  8. ^ "INTERVIEW: John Mark McMillan". The Blue Indian. theblueindian. March 6, 2014. Retrieved May 4, 2019.
  9. ^ "For the People John Mark McMillan takes residency in 'Borderlands'". hmmagazine. Retrieved May 4, 2019.
  10. ^ "John Mark McMillan – Billboard 200". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Archived from the original on January 31, 2020. Retrieved February 26, 2020.
  11. ^ a b c "John Mark McMillan – Top Christian Albums". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Archived from the original on January 31, 2020. Retrieved February 26, 2020.
  12. ^ a b "John Mark McMillan – Top Rock Albums". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Archived from the original on January 31, 2020. Retrieved February 26, 2020.
  13. ^ "John Mark McMillan – Independent Albums". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Archived from the original on January 31, 2020. Retrieved February 26, 2020.
  14. ^ "Upcoming Releases". Hits Daily Double. HITS Digital Ventures. Archived from the original on September 17, 2015.
  15. ^ "John Mark McMillan – Top Album Sales". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Archived from the original on February 1, 2020. Retrieved February 26, 2020.
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