Round Up: The Big Winners at the 56th Annual Dove Awards
Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) applauds its 15 wins in 13 categories for the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards presented at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena this week. The show aired exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ app earlier tonight and was simulcast on SiriusXM The Message. An encore presentation will air on TBN and TBN+ app Friday, October 17th, at 7:30pm and 10pm ET.
The wins represent CCMG's various entities including Capitol Christian Label Group, Motown Gospel, Capitol CMG Publishing and Commerical Partnerships.
“We are proud to partner with such incredible talent. Congratulations to our songwriters, artists and partners on their Dove Award wins," said Capitol Christian Music Group Co-President Brad O’Donnell. “We're grateful to work alongside each one of them and love seeing them honored by the GMA."
Provident Entertainment proudly celebrates a powerful night of recognition at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards, with its artists, songwriters, and partners taking home 12 wins across 39 categories. The event showcased the depth and diversity of Provident's entities, including RCA Inspiration, Reunion Records, Essential Records, Essential Worship, Provident Distribution, and Essential Music Publishing.
Among the night’s biggest winners was Brandon Lake with five Dove Award wins. He earned Song of the Year and Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year for “Hard Fought Hallelujah” with Jelly Roll, as well as Songwriter of the Year (Artist). “Hard Fought Hallelujah” also received Short Form Music Video of the Year (Performance). He also won with Elevation Worship for Worship Recorded Song of the Year for "I Know A Name," underscoring Lake’s impact as one of the industry’s most dynamic voices this year.
Leanna Crawford was named New Artist of the Year, marking a significant milestone in her career. Elevation Worship was awarded Worship Recorded Song of the Year for “I Know A Name” (featuring Brandon Lake) and Worship Album of the Year for When Wind Meets Fire, and DOE walked away with the win for Contemporary Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for “Holy Hands." Essential Music Publishing songwriters/producers recognized this year as winners include Brandon Lake, Steven Furtick, Chris Brown, Jacob Sooter, Jonathan Smith, Bryan Fowler, Stephen McWhirter, and Tara McWhirter.
“This year’s Dove Award winners were a testament to the extraordinary talent, dedication, and faith that drives everything we do at Provident Entertainment," shares Holly Zabka, President of Provident Entertainment. "To see our artists and songwriters honored with 12 Dove Awards across our family of companies is incredibly gratifying, but what moves me most is witnessing how their music continues to inspire and transform lives."
In addition to multiple award wins, Provident Entertainment artists graced the stage throughout the night with memorable performances. Leanna Crawford delivered a heartfelt debut Dove Awards performance of her hit song "Still Waters (Psalm 23)." Carrie Underwood joined Ben Fuller for a powerful collaboration on "If It Was Up to Me."
Elevation Worship and Elevation Rhythm led the audience in passionate worship moments, and the show concluded with a stunning finale featuring Brandon Lake, Jelly Roll, and Jon Batiste, bringing the crowd to its feet with a powerful version of "Hard Fought Hallelujah."
The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards took place on October 7, 2025, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, marking the first time in two decades that the ceremony has returned to this iconic venue. The broadcast aired exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ App on Friday, October 10, 2025, and simulcast on SiriusXM The Message.
Elevation Worship celebrated two new GMA Dove Award wins at this year's annual awards ceremony, which was taped live at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Tuesday, October 10th. The group won awards for Worship Recorded Song of the Year for "I Know A Name" and Worship Album of the Year for When Wind Meets Fire. With these wins, Elevation Worship has now received a total of nine Dove Awards over the years.
In addition to the group's wins, Chris Brown and Steven Furtick were recognized as songwriters for their contributions to Song of the Year and Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year for Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll's hit song, "Hard Fought Hallelujah."
During the main broadcast of the award show, Elevation Worship and ELEVATION RHYTHM performed a mashup of two of their hit songs from this year: the nominated song "GOODBYE YESTERDAY" and the Dove Award-winning "I Know A Name."
The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards were televised exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ app. They will re-air at 10:00 p.m. ET and will also be simulcast on SiriusXM The Message.
