Anthony Brown, Israel Houghton, and Pastor Mike Jr. Drop New Gospel Singles This Week

Three prominent gospel artists released new music this week, adding to a busy July for the genre.

Anthony Brown and group therAPy dropped "Always Be Good" on July 10, 2026. The track continues the group's focus on praise and gratitude, with Brown's signature vocal runs anchoring a full choir arrangement. The song is available on Apple Music, Spotify, and other major streaming platforms.

Israel Houghton and The Choir Room released an Andrae Crouch medley the same week, paying tribute to the late gospel legend who died in 2015. Houghton, a multiple Grammy winner, has been working with The Choir Room on a series of live recordings that blend classic gospel with contemporary production. The Crouch medley draws from songs including "My Tribute" and "Soon and Very Soon."

Pastor Mike Jr. released "Suddenly," a mid-tempo worship track that builds from a quiet opening into a full congregational sound. The song reflects themes of unexpected blessing and divine intervention, which have been recurring subjects in his recent work.

The releases come as the gospel music industry continues to see strong streaming numbers in 2026. Industry trackers note that gospel and Christian music combined account for a growing share of total audio streams, driven partly by younger listeners discovering the genre through social media.

Tori Kelly's album "God Must Really Love Me," released June 12, 2026, has also drawn attention to the gospel-adjacent space, blending pop, R&B, and faith-based themes. The album has been praised for its intimate production and honest lyrics about marriage and motherhood.