Jonathan McReynolds Drops “Closer (Live in Chicago)”: A Fusion of 80s Pop and Gospel
Nashville, TN – Grammy, Dove, and Stellar Award-winning gospel singer Jonathan McReynolds released his new album, Closer (Live in Chicago), on Friday, March 27, 2026. Recorded live in his hometown of Chicago, the 13-track project marks a bold artistic evolution for the 36-year-old artist, best known for acoustic worship hits like “Make Room.”
A Message of Spiritual Refocusing
Beyond musical innovation, the album reflects a personal pursuit of intimacy with God. At a time when the industry demands artists be "bigger" or "better," McReynolds reframes the conversation: "God wasn’t asking me for either. He just asked me to be closer." The album includes collaborations with Tim Bowman Jr., Jordan Welch, Jamal Roberts (an American Idol winner), and Ghanaian group Team Eternity Ghana, reflecting his dual citizenship and interest in Afrobeat.
"Closer (Live in Chicago)" Tracklist:
Echo
About Your Love
Emoji (ft. Jordan G. Welch)
Still (ft. Jamal Roberts)
Aane (ft. Team Eternity Ghana)
Own Advice
Calling My Name
Closer (ft. Tasha Cobbs Leonard)
[Even] Closer
Verified (ft. Joe L., Jabari Johnson & Enrique Holmes)
One Good God
Hallelujah (ft. Tim Bowman Jr.)
New Normal (Live)
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