FOR KING + COUNTRY Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
The multi-GRAMMY Award-winning duo FOR KING + COUNTRY made their highly anticipated debut at the Grand Ole Opry on Friday, August 12, 2022. Brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone graced the world-famous stage, performing songs from their acclaimed album “What Are We Waiting For?”, which debuted in the Top 10 (#7) on the Billboard 200.
A Memorable Night
Reflecting on the experience, FOR KING + COUNTRY shared:
“It’s not every day you connect so intimately with a group of people. Many thanks to the wonderful @opry team for extending the invitation, to the video team for capturing all the magic of this evening, and to each of you in the room and listening online for welcoming us with open arms (and a standing ovation!). Honored to share our Opry debut with YOU! A night we won’t soon forget.”
Upcoming Performances
This historic debut served as a precursor to their global livestream concert event, “A Drummer Boy Christmas | The Tour 2022 Experience,” which brought the duo back to Nashville’s iconic Grand Ole Opry House on December 18, 2022.
Dove Awards Recognition
In addition to their Opry debut, FOR KING + COUNTRY continued to dominate the Christian music scene with six nominations at the 2022 Dove Awards, including:
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Artist of the Year
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Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year (“RELATE”)
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Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year (“What Are We Waiting For?”)
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Short Form Music Video of the Year – Concept (“RELATE”)
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Short Form Music Video of the Year – Performance (“For God Is With Us”)
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Long Form Video of the Year (“What Are We Waiting For? | The World Special”)
The Dove Awards ceremony took place on October 18, 2022, at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee, and aired on October 21 via TBN and its streaming app, with an encore broadcast on October 28.
This milestone year further solidified FOR KING + COUNTRY’s reputation as one of Christian music’s most dynamic and celebrated acts.
