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11/22/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/22/2024 10:45
Jonathan McReynolds’ First-Ever Christmas EP of Original Music, Red & Green, Out Today
Grammy-Winning Artist Partners with Capitol Christian Music Group & Signs with Creative Artists Agency for Representation
Stream EP HERE
(November 22, 2024) - Today, Grammy-winning gospel singer-songwriter Jonathan McReynolds brings a fresh sound to the holiday season with the release of his first-ever Christmas EP, Red & Green, via Life Room Label/Capitol Christian Music Group/Motown Gospel. This collection features an eclectic blend of original songs, offering the perfect soundtrack for festive celebrations or cozy nights by the fire. Known for his signature voice and heartfelt lyrics, McReynolds delivers a unique take on Christmas music with entirely new compositions that capture the spirit of the season.
McReynolds shares, "Christmas comes at the end of the year. And sometimes that year took a lot out of us. The cost and the benefit of being able to put on your red and green and get in the spirit of the season and remind yourself of God's greatest gift to us gets higher and higher. I wanted to make some original music to reflect that."
In conjunction with the EP, McReynolds is readying to embark on the Red & Greentour, a six-city concert series starting December 1 in Chicago and concluding December 21 in Atlanta. This tour offers fans the opportunity to experience McReynolds' original Christmas songs live, creating an unforgettable holiday experience. Tickets are available now: shor.by/jonmcreynolds
Adding to this exciting period, McReynolds has signed with Motown Gospel/Capitol Christian Music Group, marking a significant milestone in his career. "We're thrilled to welcome Jonathan to Motown Gospel/Capitol Christian Music Group," said the label's Co-Presidents, Brad O'Donnell, and Hudson Plachy. "Jonathan is a special talent that we've admired for some time, and we couldn't be more excited to be his partner."
Additionally, McReynolds has joined Creative Artists Agency (CAA)'s roster, aligning himself with the leading entertainment and sports talent agency. With this transition, McReynolds is poised to expand his reach and influence, opening new avenues for his music and message to resonate with a broader audience. He is positioned for a remarkable 2025, with more creative projects and milestones anticipated, including a forthcoming book release.
Tour Dates
December 1, 2024 / Vic Theatre / Chicago, IL
December 8, 2024 / Minglewood Hall / Memphis, TN
December 12, 2024 / Palladium Times Square / New York, NY
December 18, 2024 / The Fillmore / New Orleans, LA
December 20, 2024 / Texas Trust CU Theatre / Grand Prairie, TX
December 21, 2024 / Buckhead Theatre / Atlanta, GA
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About Jonathan McReynolds
Award winning Gospel artist and musician Jonathan McReynolds continues to share his music, heart, and journey with all of his family, friends and fans as he travels the world professing the gospel through a beautiful and inspiring song ministry.
As he continues to garner the fellowship and support of fellow talented musicians and singers such as Lalah Hathaway, Kirk Franklin, Stevie Wonder, H.E.R, Maverick City Music, and many more, Jonathan McReynolds has created a distinct standard for what it means to be Christ led and how to live a full life while still honoring God. At just 34 years old, Jonathan uses his incredible voice and beautifully, brutally candid approach to songwriting to reach the ears and hearts of fans worldwide.
Jonathan's full-length album Make Room debuted #1 on Billboard Gospel. It was undeniably regarded as his best work to date, winning eight Stellar Awards and obtaining two Grammy nominations. The title track "Make Room" and hit single "Not Lucky, I'm Loved" gave Jonathan his first two #1 Billboard songs. His second album Life Music: Stage Two features another superstar fan in India.Arie and maintained at #1 on the Billboard Gospel chart for 4 weeks. It then went on to grab a Grammy nomination, multiple Stellar nominations and a Dove Award win. For his EP Sessions, Jonathan teamed up with another beautiful voice, Tweet. This unannounced, surprise release reached the top of the iTunes Christian chart overnight.
In April 2020, Jonathan McReynolds released a transparent, thought-provoking album entitled "People", with the single gaining notoriety, being sung, tweeted, and shared all over social media. "People" allowed Jonathan to express his feelings about the influence, opinions, and effects of people in his life and throughout his budding career. The album also includes the single that made Jonathan a certified Grammy Award winner, Movin' On featuring Mali Music.
In May 2015, Jonathan attained his Masters of Arts in Biblical Studies from Moody Theological Seminary. Jonathan uses his education and experience to share knowledge and wisdom to help us see God in a new perspective. He has a great desire to have a genuine, positive impact on society far beyond the music industry. With that, he is an adjunct instructor at his alma mater Columbia College, an official contributor to Huffington Post and the founder of Elihu Nation, a nonprofit organization that promotes wisdom and has awarded over $40k in scholarships for youth. Jonathan McReynolds has also been honored as a member of Mensa, an international high IQ society.
Jonathan continues to break major grounds in the gospel music industry. In March 2018, his one hour TV special aired multiple times on TVOne and Jonathan was the first in his genre to form a major partnership with Tidal Music. His appeal stretches across generational, cultural, and musical lines. Over the span of his career, Jonathan McReynolds has had the pleasure of gracing such stages as Black Music Honors (2018), BET Celebration of Gospel (2014, 2016), Essence Fest (2014, 2015), 106 & Park, Stellar Awards (2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021), Joyful Noise, Revolt TV Live, and the Dove Awards. In addition to headlining monster shows reaching as far as Oslo, London, and Port-of-Spain, Jonathan has already headlined two sold out American tours spanning 33 cities, a 30 city arena tour, and has toured with India Arie and Lalah Hathaway, and recently starred in the BET Original movie "Favorite Son".