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| Matt Redman | |
|---|---|
| Name | Matt Redman |
| Background | solo_singer |
| Birth date | 1974-02-14 |
| Genres | Contemporary Christian, Worship |
| Occupations | Singer, Songwriter, Worship Leader, Author |
| Instruments | Vocals, Guitar, Piano |
| Years active | 1990s–present |
| Labels | Survivor Records, Integrity Music, sixstepsrecords |
| Associated acts | Passion Conferences, Tim Hughes, Chris Tomlin, Delirious?, Lou Fellingham |
Matt Redman Matt Redman is an English Christian worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist known for modern hymnody and congregational songs. He emerged from the Soul Survivor movement and gained international recognition through associations with Passion Conferences, Sovereign Grace, and Integrity Music. His songs have been sung across denominations and have been translated into multiple languages, influencing worship practices in churches worldwide.
Born in 1974 in Wimbledon, Redman grew up in a family involved in local church life and community activities in London. He attended parish youth programs connected to Soul Survivor where he met peers active in contemporary worship such as Tim Hughes and members of the band Delirious?. Redman later studied at institutions associated with church leadership training and worship ministry, drawing influence from figures linked to Evangelical Alliance networks and conferences like Spring Harvest and Newfrontiers events.
Redman's recording career began with early albums released on labels such as Survivor Records and Integrity Music. He became prominent in the late 1990s and early 2000s through albums that blended modern songwriting with congregational accessibility, aligning with movements represented by Passion Conferences, Sparrow Records, and sixstepsrecords. His live recordings and studio albums feature collaborations with producers and musicians connected to Chris Tomlin, Stu G, and worship collectives related to Bethel Music and Vineyard Music. Redman's music has been performed at venues and events including Hampton Court Palace Festival-type gatherings, evangelical conferences, and international tours spanning the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and parts of Europe.
As a songwriter, Redman authored songs that entered the repertoire of congregational worship alongside works by Graham Kendrick, Stuart Townend, Matt Maher, and Kathryn Scott. His approach emphasizes theology and singability, leading to adoption by churches affiliated with New Wine and networks such as Acts 29 and Alpha Course partnerships. Redman's leadership roles included mentoring emerging worship leaders from communities like Soul Survivor, teaching at conferences such as New Wine, and contributing to resources produced by Integrity Music and Worship Together. His songwriting credits became staples in hymnals and songbooks used by organizations like Lifeway Christian Resources and movements connected to City Harvest (HK)-style megachurches.
Redman has collaborated with a wide range of Christian artists and leaders including Chris Tomlin, Tim Hughes, Darlene Zschech, Lou Fellingham, and members of Delirious?. He performed at major events such as Passion Conferences, Soul Survivor events, and international worship nights involving figures from Hillsong Church and Bethel Church. Redman has appeared alongside speakers and pastors such as Nicky Gumbel, Brian Houston, Ravi Zacharias-era forums, and conference organizers within the Evangelical Alliance. His songs have been recorded in collaborative albums with artists from labels like Sparrow Records and featured on worship compilations distributed by Integrity Music and Capitol Christian Music Group.
Redman is married and has children; his family life has been referenced in interviews and in biographical notes associated with tours in the United Kingdom and United States. He has lived and worked between England and international bases while engaging with ministries connected to Soul Survivor and global networks such as Passion Conferences. Redman has also spoken about pastoral care, mental health, and restoration in contexts alongside leaders from New Wine and clergy linked to diocesan structures in England.
Redman's songwriting earned recognition through industry and ministry awards, including honors associated with GMA Dove Awards, song placements on lists curated by Christianity Today-style publications, and accolades from organizations like Premier Christian Radio and Cross Rhythms. His songs have appeared on congregational charts and been acknowledged by networks including Worship Leader Magazine and the Cultural Impact Awards milieu. Redman has been invited to deliver keynote sessions at conferences run by Passion Conferences, Soul Survivor, and other major evangelical gatherings.
Redman's major albums include studio and live recordings released on labels such as Survivor Records, Integrity Music, and sixstepsrecords. Notable works have been widely circulated in worship collections alongside albums by Chris Tomlin, Tim Hughes, and Hillsong Worship. His songs are included in hymnals and songbooks used by New Wine, Soul Survivor, Lifeway Christian Resources, and international publishers. Redman's catalog has been featured in compilations distributed by Capitol Christian Music Group and Sparrow Records, and his compositions are staples in worship sets at churches connected to Passion Conferences, Bethel Church, and Hillsong Church.
Category:English Christian musicians Category:Contemporary Christian songwriters