Chris Blues debut album “Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart” reaches number 1 in the gospel album charts

Chris Blue, winner of Season 12 of NBC’s The Voice, is enjoying a successful debut week for his album Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart, released on Gaither Music Group. The album has enjoyed notable chart success, reaching No. 1 on the Gospel Album chart, No. 2 on the Top Christian/Gospel Albums chart and No. 158 on the Top Album Sales chart across all music genres, according to Luminate.

Capping off an exciting week, Blue made a special appearance on NBC this past Saturday, June 22, where he sang the national anthem for the U.S. Olympic diving qualification in his hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee. The event, which took place in advance of the 2024 Summer Olympics, added a personal and meaningful touch to Blue’s celebrations.

Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart is a 10-song collection that features Blue’s soulful interpretations of songs that have had a significant impact on his life. An accompanying 13-track concert DVD featuring an interview with Blue hosted by Gospel Music Hall of Fame member Bill Gaither is also available.

“This is where my life, my story, my faith began. I really want people to know who I am at my core, so why not start at the beginning?” says Blue.

Blue’s YouTube premiere of Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart on June 23 on Gaither Music TV’s YouTube channel garnered significant attention, and his TV special aired the same day on aspireTV. The special featured performances and interview footage that gave fans an intimate look into Blue’s musical journey. The special will continue to air on various networks throughout the late summer and fall, including RFD-TV, TBN, Heartland, CTN, TCT, The Walk TV, Vision Television & Hope TV (Canada), and The Miracle Channel (Canada). The Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart DVD is available on Amazon, Christianbook.com, Parable.com, and other retailers.

Blue’s musical journey began in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he began singing in church and with his family band at age three. He was ordained at age 12 and later became a worship leader. Blue’s career took off after winning The Voice in 2017, where his expressive vocal vibrato and dynamic stage presence made him a fan favorite.

The release of the album on Gaither Music brings things full circle for Blue. “When I was growing up, Mr. Gaither was the Billy Graham, the godfather of gospel, in our house,” Blue recalls. “It couldn’t get any bigger than that.”

“Every now and then a unique talent comes along that has that special something, and Chris has it!” says Bill Gaither. “He brings a special spirit to our nightly concerts and it’s a joy to see God use his gifts.”