Marvin Sapp Partners with Roc Nation for 17th Album Distribution
Gospel veteran Marvin Sapp has entered a distribution partnership with Roc Nation for his 17th studio album, titled Restoration. The deal marks a significant move for Sapp, connecting his gospel ministry with one of the music industry's most prominent distribution companies.
Marvin Sapp is taking his music to a new platform. The gospel artist and pastor announced a distribution partnership with Roc Nation for his 17th studio album, Restoration.
Roc Nation, the entertainment company founded by Jay-Z, handles distribution for artists across multiple genres. The partnership with Sapp represents a notable crossover between the gospel world and one of the industry's major players.
Sapp has been a fixture in gospel music for more than two decades. His 2007 song "Never Would Have Made It" became one of the best-selling gospel singles in history and remains a staple in Black church worship services. He has continued releasing music and leading his congregation, Lighthouse Full Life Center Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The Journal of Gospel Music reported the partnership in late July 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Restoration is Sapp's 17th album, a milestone that reflects a long career built on music rooted in personal testimony and faith. The album's title suggests a thematic focus consistent with Sapp's ministry, which has often centered on themes of healing and perseverance.
No release date for the album has been announced publicly.
