Kari Jobe
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Kari Brooke Jobe |
| Born | April 6, 1981 Waco, Texas, United States |
| Origin | Southlake, Texas |
| Genres | Contemporary Christian, contemporary worship |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, associate worship pastor |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Labels | Sparrow, EMI CMG |
| Website | karijobe |
Kari Brooke Jobe (born April 6, 1981) is an American contemporary Christian music singer and songwriter. Since her first album in 2009, she has received one Grammy Award nomination and three Dove Award nominations, two of which she won. Jobe is also an associate worship pastor at Gateway Church.
Biography
Kari Jobe was born in Waco, Texas[1] to parents Mark Douglas and Caroline "Sandy" (née Bragg) Jobe and was raised in Watauga, Texas and Hurst, Texas. She has two siblings, Kristen and Caleb. Jobe first began singing at the age of three,[2] and became a Christian at the age of five. As she grew older, she attended Oral Roberts University, Christ for the Nations Institute and Dallas Baptist University and obtained her degree in pastoral studies and psychology.[citation needed]
After graduation, Jobe was asked to work as an associate worship pastor for Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, Jobe’s church of six years, which she accepted. She works alongside her father, Mark, in the church[3] and has traveled internationally on mission trips to lead worship.[4] Jobe is also a member of Gateway Worship, a Christian worship band associated with Gateway Church. Their live album, Wake Up the World, debuted at No. 2 on Billboard's Christian Albums chart in 2008.
Aside from being a worship leader and pastor, Jobe released her first major-label self-titled debut album in February 2009 by Integrity Music/Columbia Records/Gateway Create.
2009–2011: Kari Jobe
Jobe released her self-titled, debut album on February 10, 2009. The album shot to No. 67 on the Billboard 200 list,[5] and No. 1 on iTunes' Christian music chart.[6] and No. 3 on Billboard's Christian music chart. A Spanish-language version of the album was released under the name Le Canto. Prior to releasing Kari Jobe, Jobe has released a compilation album titled Kari Jobe, a live concert album titled Throneroom Worship: Live Acoustic Worship and a Christmas album titled Bethlehem.
From her self-titled album, "I'm Singing" debuted at No. 13 on Billboard's Christian singles chart.[7] Jobe's second single, "Healer" was released in 2009 and debuted at No. 33 on Billboard's Soft A/C chart.[8] She released the single "Adore Him" in 2009, the song appearing as part of Integrity Music's compilation album Worship and Adore: A Christmas Offering.
She won two Dove Awards for Special Event Album of the Year and Spanish Language album and was nominated for New Artist of the Year.[9][10]
In 2011, Jobe signed with EMI CMG Sparrow Records.[11]
2012–present: Where I Find You and Majestic
Jobe released her second recording project, "Where I Find You" on January 24, 2012. The album debuted at No. 75 on the Canadian Albums Chart.[12] The album also debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard 200.[citation needed] Jobe later released her first EP, The Acoustic Sessions (Live), later that year.[citation needed]
Jobe received her first Grammy nomination for Where I Find You as Best Contemporary Christian Album in 2012.[13]
In May 2013, Jobe competed in season two of GSN's The American Bible Challenge, along with Sheila Walsh and author Lisa Harper. Their charity was A21 Campaign, an anti-trafficking organization that aims to abolish slavery.[14]
Jobe announced the recording of a live worship album that was recorded on November 20 and 21, 2013 at the Majestic Theater in Dallas, Texas[15] and was titled Majestic,. It was released on March 25, 2014, and was preceded by its first single, "Forever", on February 18.[16]
Discography
Albums
- 2004: Throneroom Worship: Live Acoustic Worship
- 2007: Bethlehem
- 2009: Kari Jobe
- 2009: Le Canto
- 2010: Prepare the Way – A Night of Worship With Klaus and Kari Jobe (Klaus Kuehn)
- 2012: Where I Find You
- 2012: Donde Te Encuentro
- 2014: Majestic
EPs
- 2012: The Acoustic Sessions (Live)
Singles
- 2008: "I'm Singing"
- 2009: "Adore Him"
- 2010: "You Are for Me"
- 2010: "Healer"
- 2012: "We Are"
- 2012: "What Love Is This"
- 2012: "Steady My Heart"
- 2014: "Forever"
Compilation with Gateway
- 2005: Kari Jobe
Appearances on other albums
- 2005: "You are still holy", "At the Foot of the Cross", The More I Seek You", and "Alabaster Jar" with Klaus on "Healing Waters"
- 2009: "Revelation Song" (Spanish version) with Danilo Montero on Devoción
- 2010: "Whom Shall I Fear" with Lincoln Brewster on Real Life
- 2011: "You are For Me" with C3 Church Global
- 2011: "Yahweh" and "Amazed (Obsession)" with Desperation Band on UPDATE:LIVE
- 2011: "Wondrous Love" with Aaron Shust on This Is What We Believe
- 2012: "Love Wins" with Jason Crabb on Love Is Stronger
- 2012: "My God" with Desperation Band on Center of It All
- 2013: "Crown Him (Majesty)" with Chris Tomlin on Burning Lights
- 2013: "Yours Forever" with Darlene Zschech and "Victors Crown" with Darlene Zschech and Israel Houghton on Revealing Jesus
- 2013: "Revelation Song" various artists on Passion: Let the Future Begin (Live)
- 2014: "Forever" with Bethel Church on "You Make Me Brave: Live at the Civic"
- 2014: "The One That Really Matters" with Michael W. Smith on Sovereign
Awards and nominations
| Year | Association | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Dove Awards | Best New Artist of the Year | Nominated |
| Spanish Language Album of the Year (Le Canto) | Won | ||
| Special Events Album of the Year (Glory Revealed II: The Word of God in Worship) [Split win with Matt Maher]) | Won | ||
| 2013 | Grammy Award | Best Contemporary Christian Album (Where I Find You) | Nominated |
References
- ^ Heath, Brandon. "New Artist Spotlight: Kari Jobe". CCMagazine.com. Salem Communications Corporation. Retrieved March 14, 2011.
- ^ "About". Kari Jobe. January 24, 2012. Retrieved May 13, 2013.
- ^ "Kari Jobe Artist Profile | Biography And Discography". NewReleaseTuesday.com. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ "Kari Jobe Chord Charts | Kari Jobe Lyrics | Kari Jobe Biography and Discography". Delicatefade.com. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ [1][dead link]
- ^ "SoGospel.Com | Southern Gospel Music Lifestyles, News And Reviews Online". Gospelmusicweek.com. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ "Mandisa earns 5th Top 10 hit! | Filipino-Christian Blogger Ganns Deen". Gannsdeen.com. April 30, 2009. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ [2][dead link]
- ^ "Music News, February 2010: Integrity Music's 18 Dove Award Nominations Include Multiple Nods for Kari Jobe, Israel Houghton and Paul Baloche". Jesusfreakhideout.com. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ "Twitter / Kari Jobe: Well guys..I get to come h". Twitter.com. April 21, 2010. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ "Kari Jobe Signed To Sparrow Records". Gospelmusicweek.com. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ^ "CANOE - JAM! Music SoundScan Charts". Jam.canoe.ca. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
- ^ "Twitter / karijobe: Cannot believe I'm nominated". Twitter.com. Retrieved May 13, 2013.
- ^ "Women of Faith on The American Bible Challenge". Retrieved May 13, 2013.
- ^ "Kari Jobe announces new album, headlines tour." The Underground. Retrieved Feb. 28, 2014.
- ^ "Kari Jobe - Majestic (Deluxe Edition/Live)". Retrieved February 18, 2014.
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- 1981 births
- American Christian religious leaders
- American country singers
- American female singer-songwriters
- American female singers
- American performers of Christian music
- 21st-century American singers
- Christian religion-related songwriters
- Columbia Records artists
- Contemporary Christian music
- Contemporary worship music
- Living people
- Musicians from Texas
- People from Waco, Texas
- Spanish-language singers of the United States
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