Artist Spotlight : The soulful journey of Forrest Frank
Summer 2026 Update
By 940 Gospel Radio
Published on 07/12/2026 21:53 • Updated 07/13/2026 21:41
Music
Soulful journey

 


Forrest Frank – The Pop Voice Turning Stadiums into Houses of Worship

 Summer 2026 Update

Who Is Forrest Frank in 2026?

At 31 years old, Forrest Frank has become one of the most-streamed Christian artists of his generation. Formerly one-half of the duo Surfaces, he has built a successful solo career with a signature lo-fi pop sound that shares faith in an authentic and relatable way.

His mission is simple: "To make Christian music that young people actually want to listen to at the gym, at the beach, or anywhere in everyday life."

Recent Achievements

  • Winner of three GMA Dove Awards (2025):

    • Artist of the Year

    • Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year (Child of God)

    • Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year (Your Way's Better)

  • Two Grammy Award nominations in 2026

  • Child of God became the best-selling Christian album of 2024.

What's New: The Jesus Generation Tour (2026)

The Jesus Generation Tour is one of the biggest Christian music events of 2026, featuring 29 arena and stadium dates across the United States.

Tour Highlights

  • Opening night: June 1, 2026, at Tulsa's BOK Center, selling out with 17,717 fans.

  • Special guests include Tori Kelly, Cory Asbury, and The Figs.

  • Major stadium stops:

    • GEODIS Park, Nashville (June 19) – over 25,000 fans

    • Hersheypark Stadium (June 14)

    • Tour finale: August 1 at Globe Life Field in Arlington.

  • Averaging 18,175 tickets sold and $1.46 million in gross revenue per show.

  • Debuted at No. 5 on Pollstar's LIVE75 chart.

The stage features a hill-shaped design with a glowing cross at its center. Forrest performs hits including Good Day, Up!, Your Way's Better, and Amen, while leading worship moments and prayer. During the Nashville concert, he invited anyone needing a breakthrough to raise their hands before praying over the crowd.

Upcoming Key Dates

  • Tacoma – July 10, 2026

  • Charlotte – July 17, 2026 (Spectrum Center)

  • Phoenix – July 18, 2026

New Music: Child of God II & Dawn Patrol

Released in 2025, Child of God II followed the success of its predecessor by reaching No. 1 on Billboard's Christian Albums chart.

Featured songs include:

  • Nothing Else (featuring Thomas Rhett)

  • No L's

  • Amen

After recovering from a back injury sustained in an accident during the summer, Forrest released several viral singles:

  • God's Got My Back

  • Lemonade (featuring The Figs)

  • Selah

  • The Rock (featuring Crowder)

In September, he also released Child of God II (Back to Back), an expanded edition featuring 21 additional songs.

On April 8, 2026, his birthday, Forrest released Dawn Patrol, a collaborative project with Noah Hayden. Its debut single, SOS, offers a laid-back sound inspired by mornings by the water, prayer, and honest conversations.

Beyond the Stage

  • In March 2026, Forrest performed before 70,000 fans at the Houston Rodeo inside NRG Stadium and was interviewed by FOX & Friends.

  • During the 2026 NBA Finals, he surprised Matt Sierra, pastor of V1 Church in New York City, with courtside tickets after reading comments from fans online. The video quickly went viral with the message: "God is good. All the time."

 Forrest Frank's Sound and Message

Forrest continues to define his music through modern lo-fi pop, simple lyrics, and a clear Gospel message. His vision is to inspire what he calls the "Jesus Generation."

His concerts often feel more like worship gatherings than traditional performances.

Typical 2026 Setlist

  • Thankful

  • Up!

  • Your Way's Better

  • Lemonade

  • Jesus Is Alive

  • Amen

  • God Is Good

  • The Jesus Generation

  • Celebration

  • Good Day

940 Gospel Radio Note

Forrest Frank continues to prove that it's possible to fill stadiums with more than 25,000 people while remaining uncompromising in sharing the Gospel. On 940 Gospel Radio, "Your Way's Better" and "Good Day" are among the most requested songs by our listeners.

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