Meet The Worship Voices Behind The New Album Inspired by “The Chosen” Series
Meet The Worship Voices Behind The New Album Inspired by “The Chosen” Series. The Chosen has brought the stories of Jesus and His disciples to a global audience, offering a deeply personal look at the people behind the Gospel accounts. Now, the series is inspiring a collection of original songs from artists who have found themselves moved by its portrayal of faith, redemption, and following Jesus.
Set for release on October 30, 2026, Songs Inspired by The Chosen: Seasons 1–5 is a collaborative project from 5&2 Studios and Capitol Christian Music Group. The 11-track album features songs written in response to the series, bringing together contemporary Christian, worship, gospel, and country influences.
While the collection reaches beyond the traditional Christian music scene, several faith-driven artists stand out for the way they translate the show’s themes into music that speaks to the heart. From surrender and spiritual hunger to the cost of discipleship, each contribution offers a different perspective on what it means to encounter Jesus.
Here are eight worship and faith-based artists lending their voices to the project.
1. Phil Wickham, “SOS (Don’t Let Me Go)”
Phil Wickham sets the tone for the album with “SOS (Don’t Let Me Go),” a song that captures the desperation of someone longing for God’s presence and holding on to Him through uncertainty.
Known for worship anthems such as “This Is Amazing Grace,” “Living Hope,” and “House of the Lord,” Wickham has built a reputation for creating songs that help believers express their faith through powerful melodies and honest declarations.
His connection to The Chosen also goes beyond the music. Wickham appeared as an extra during the filming of the Sermon on the Mount, giving him a personal connection to one of the series’ most significant moments. That experience adds another layer to his contribution, which opens the album with a cry for God’s nearness.
2. Jamie MacDonald, “Roots”
For Jamie MacDonald, the road to “Roots” began with a personal dream shared with her mother.
During the pandemic, the two watched The Chosen together over FaceTime. As they followed the stories, MacDonald would tell her mother that she hoped one day to write a song connected to the series. That hope has now become reality.
Drawing inspiration from Psalm 1 and the resilience of the disciples, “Roots” explores the kind of faith that remains grounded even when life becomes difficult. Its central message is one of spiritual stability, reminding listeners that a life rooted in God can withstand the storms that threaten to pull them away from Him.
MacDonald’s contribution brings a personal testimony to the project, showing how a simple hope can develop into something meaningful over time.
3. Anne Wilson, “Even This”
Anne Wilson brings her blend of country influences and contemporary Christian music to “Even This.”
The singer has become known for her honest approach to faith, often addressing the difficult realities of life while pointing listeners towards the hope found in Jesus. Her music makes room for questions, pain, and uncertainty without losing sight of God’s faithfulness.
That approach aligns with the storytelling at the heart of The Chosen, which presents biblical figures as real people navigating complicated circumstances while learning to trust Jesus.
With “Even This,” Wilson adds another faith-centred contribution to a project shaped by the tension between human weakness and God’s transforming grace.
4. Stephen Stanley, “Exile”
Stephen Stanley explores themes of displacement, identity, and belonging on “Exile.”
Throughout The Chosen, the disciples are portrayed as people whose lives are disrupted when they respond to Jesus’ call. They leave familiar surroundings, confront uncertainty, and begin discovering a new sense of purpose through their relationship with Him.
Stanley’s reflective contemporary Christian sound offers a fitting backdrop for these themes. His contribution invites listeners to consider what it means to follow Jesus when the journey requires leaving behind what once felt safe and familiar.
“Exile” adds a thoughtful dimension to the album, speaking to the challenges of surrender and the search for a place to belong.
5. Madison Ryann Ward, “Open the Well”
Madison Ryann Ward brings a soulful R&B influence to the collection with “Open the Well.”
Her musical journey has included a season of stepping away from the industry to rebuild the foundations of her faith before returning with a renewed sense of purpose. That background makes her contribution particularly fitting for a project centred on spiritual encounters and personal transformation.
The song draws on imagery of spiritual thirst and living water, themes closely associated with Jesus’ encounters with people searching for something deeper than what the world could offer.
Ward’s sound gives the album a different musical texture while keeping its focus on the longing for a genuine relationship with God.
6. Blessing Offor, “Broken Me”
Blessing Offor brings honesty and emotional depth to “Broken Me,” a contribution that reflects the vulnerability running through The Chosen.
The contemporary Christian and gospel artist has become recognised for music that confronts pain, loss, and healing without overlooking the hope that can emerge from difficult seasons.
That honesty mirrors the show’s portrayal of the people Jesus called to follow Him. Rather than presenting the disciples as flawless heroes, the series allows their fears, failures, and personal struggles to remain visible.
Offor’s powerful vocals and storytelling make him a natural fit for a project that explores how broken people can encounter grace and experience transformation through Jesus.
7. Franni Cash, “Beautiful Faith”
Franni Cash contributes “Beautiful Faith,” a song centred on the quiet strength of trusting God through uncertainty.
Coming from a family with a strong musical legacy, Cash continues to bring faith into her artistic expression. Her contribution reflects one of the recurring themes in The Chosen: faith is not always displayed through dramatic miracles or bold declarations. Sometimes, it is revealed through the simple decision to keep trusting God when the next step is unclear.
From Mary Magdalene’s journey of restoration to the disciples’ gradual understanding of who Jesus is, the series repeatedly shows how encounters with Him reshape the lives of ordinary people.
“Beautiful Faith” offers a musical reflection on that journey, celebrating the beauty of a faith that continues to grow.
8. Jac Ross, “Follow Me”
Jac Ross brings the album to a close with “Follow Me,” a title that echoes the invitation at the centre of Jesus’ ministry.
Throughout the Gospels, Jesus calls people to leave behind their former lives and follow Him into the unknown. For the disciples, that invitation marks the beginning of a journey that will challenge their expectations, test their faith, and change them forever.
Ross draws on his gospel-influenced sound and warm delivery to give the theme of discipleship a heartfelt expression. His contribution serves as a fitting conclusion to a collection inspired by the people who encountered Jesus and chose to follow Him.
The song brings the album’s central message back to a simple but life-changing question: what does it mean to answer His call?
Other artists featured on the album
The project also includes contributions from artists whose musical backgrounds extend beyond contemporary worship.
Lost & Found’s “My Everything” captures a sense of childlike faith and delight in Jesus’ presence, drawing inspiration from the children who feature throughout the series.
Meanwhile, Tyler Hubbard brings his country music background to “All I Need Is You.” His inclusion highlights how the influence of The Chosen has reached artists and audiences beyond the usual boundaries of Christian music.
Together, the contributions reflect the different ways the series has connected with people across musical styles and personal experiences.
A soundtrack shaped by encounters with Jesus
What makes Songs Inspired by The Chosen: Seasons 1–5 significant is the personal response behind its music. Rather than simply accompanying the series, the songs reflect how its storytelling has encouraged artists to revisit themes of faith, surrender, redemption, and discipleship through their own creative perspectives.
By presenting biblical characters with their doubts, weaknesses, relationships, and moments of growth, The Chosen has offered viewers a fresh way to engage with familiar Gospel accounts. This album extends that experience, allowing listeners to reflect on those same themes through original music.
Songs Inspired by The Chosen: Seasons 1–5 arrives on October 30, ahead of the series’ sixth season premiere on Prime Video on November 15, 2026.
For believers who have followed the first five seasons, the collection offers another way to revisit the stories that have resonated with them. This time, the invitation is to listen, reflect, and consider how those encounters with Jesus continue to speak beyond the screen.
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