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Tonya Baker is an accomplished gospel artist, songwriter, and worship leader who has earned respect throughout the industry for her impressive vocal range and agility, authenticity, and inspirational messages of hope. Her ministry and music career spans over two decades and includes songwriting credits with B.Slade (formerly Tonéx), Helen Baylor, Byron Cage, Percy Bady, and Lisa McClendon, and vocal work with Pastor Shirley Caesar, CeCe Winans, Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton, Mary Mary, Tye Tribbett, and Dorinda Clark-Cole.
Tonya is a dynamic performer who has independently released impactful albums, including SPECIAL FRIEND (2008), THE...
Read More Tonya Baker is an accomplished gospel artist, songwriter, and worship leader who has earned respect throughout the industry for her impressive vocal range and agility, authenticity, and inspirational messages of hope. Her ministry and music career spans over two decades and includes songwriting credits with B.Slade (formerly Tonéx), Helen Baylor, Byron Cage, Percy Bady, and Lisa McClendon, and vocal work with Pastor Shirley Caesar, CeCe Winans, Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton, Mary Mary, Tye Tribbett, and Dorinda Clark-Cole.
Tonya is a dynamic performer who has independently released impactful albums, including SPECIAL FRIEND (2008), THE LIVE ENCOUNTER (2011), produced by Grammy Award-winning Myron Butler, and successful singles "Keep Pressing" and "Take Me To The Water." She has unveiled an uplifting and vibrant new worship track, "Bless Your Name."
“This song is a personal anthem of worship and reverence,” Tonya explains. “I hope Bless Your Name encourages everyone who hears it to recognize God’s presence and lift their voices in praise, no matter where they are in life.”
“Bless Your Name” reflects Tonya’s signature heartfelt vocal artistry and sincere devotion, inviting listeners into a transformative moment of praise and gratitude. Showcasing her ability to blend contemporary Gospel with elements of Soul and Jazz, the single reaffirms Tonya’s position as one of today’s leading voices in faith-based music.
"Bless Your Name" is produced by Baker and Justin Savage and is available now on all digital music outlets. The single is written by Baker, Savage, and Schuyler Johnson with Geoffrey Golden at the helm of vocal production. Tonya's single is released on her independent record label Bakehouse Music Group and is the precursor to her highly anticipated forthcoming album BEYOND MY SONG coming this year.
Tonya is a native of Dayton, Ohio, who discovered her passion for music in the church choir. Her upcoming album, BEYOND MY SONG, will reflect her personal evolution and commitment to inspiring others to pursue their God-given purpose. Drawing from her extensive experience beyond her career as a performing artist, Tonya has dedicated herself to mentoring and uplifting emerging talent and leading workshops, conferences, and forums designed to nurture vocalists and worship leaders across the country.
Tonya currently serves as the Co-Executive Director of Arts and Music at The Potter’s House in Dallas, TX and remains deeply committed to fostering genuine expressions of worship. Her life's work continues to reflect an unwavering trust in divine purpose and encourages others to embrace their calling with confidence and faith and to always bless His name.
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