Enjoy 2 days of music and fun at Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth's Canal Park area, on the shores of beautiful Lake Superior.
Friday, August 7th –
Derek Charles Johnson (2:30PM) Derek Charles Johnson is a Christ-follower first and a worship leader, songwriter, and recording artist second. His music and his AS BOLD AS LIONS ministry reflect a passion for helping people encounter Jesus through songs, writing, and podcasting. Derek’s releases - from Carry On (2014) to Seeing for the First Time (2020) - highlight his worship-centered approach, and his recent Hymns Vol. 1 project offers intimate, stripped-down arrangements designed to draw listeners into genuine praise. Whether leading in churches, festivals, or community events, Derek is committed to sharing the love of Christ. He and his wife, Corrie, live in Middle Tennessee with their five children.
Love and the Outcome (3:15PM) Canadian husband-and-wife duo Jodi King and Chris Rademaker have spent over a decade crafting honest, hope-filled pop that resonates deeply with Christian audiences. After three albums, two EPs, major tours, and 100M+ streams, they transitioned to life as independent artists, expanding their reach through Jodi’s writing, speaking, and their popular podcast. Their journey includes award recognition, national tours, and a growing community drawn to their authenticity. In 2025, they’ll release Sparrow, a raw 7-track hymns project backed by a successful Kickstarter, their first vinyl, and a 75-date tour highlighting their new music and enduring message of faith and resilience.
Ryan Stevenson (4PM) After eight years as a paramedic, Pacific Northwest native Ryan Stevenson signed with Gotee Records in 2013 after co-writing TobyMac’s Grammy-nominated hit “Speak Life.” His debut releases with the label led to “Eye of the Storm,” the RIAA Gold-certified single that dominated Billboard’s Christian charts and won a 2017 Dove Award. With five No. 1 singles, major award nominations, and tours with artists like TobyMac, MercyMe, and Newsboys, Stevenson has become known for his honest songwriting and unique perspective. In 2020, he released his book Eye of the Storm, praised for its authenticity and heartfelt reflection on faith.
Caleb & John (5:00PM) Caleb & John are bringing joy and hope to Christian music with their bold, energetic sound. Blending Caleb’s pop-driven, classically trained background with John’s raw, rootsy style, the duo found instant creative chemistry after meeting on the road. Their debut single “Hallelujah Feeling” hit #3, and “Somebody Like Me” - featuring CAIN - became their first #1 and earned them two K-LOVE Fan Award nominations. With viral videos and a rapidly growing fanbase, they continue to share a message of encouragement. Their latest single, “Finished,” carries their mission forward: reminding listeners that no matter the struggle, God isn’t done writing their story.
Leanna Crawford (6:30PM) Leanna Crawford has spent the last few years writing, touring, and growing into one of Christian music’s most honest new voices. Known for her vulnerability and encouragement, she writes songs for those wrestling with doubt, insecurity, and identity - especially young women she feels called to reach. After meeting Matthew West at a songwriting conference, she signed with his Story House Music label and released her debut EP, followed by her self-titled sophomore EP. With songs like “Funeral,” “Mean Girls,” and “Truth I’m Standing On,” Crawford blends catchy pop melodies with sincere faith, sharing hope rooted in Christ and a commitment to authentic storytelling.
CAIN (8:30PM) CAIN - siblings Madison, Taylor, and Logan - bring an unmistakable joy to Christian music, pairing radiant harmonies with a heart for sharing Jesus. Raised in Alabama as pastor’s kids, they’ve grown from early opening slots to headlining national tours, performing at the Grand Ole Opry, and hosting the K-LOVE Fan Awards. Their first two singles hit No. 1, and viral favorite “I’m So Blessed” has earned massive online traction alongside multiple RIAA Gold certifications. With award wins, major tour bills, and their TBN series Chasing CAIN, the trio continues to blend faith, family, and fun as they release new music and expand their influence.
Saturday, August 8th –
(TBD) (12:30PM)
Presence Music (1:15PM) Presence Music is a high-energy pop worship band from Duluth, MN, led by Brandon and Leah alongside Andrew Cpin, Jacob McCormick, Merrill Miller, and rotating guest musicians. What began as local worship leaders playing youth camps has grown into a full-time Christian music act represented by Aligned Talent Agency. They’ve supported major artists, collaborated with names like KJ-52 and 7eventh Time Down, and reached international radio with “Down in the River.” Their 2025 single “Where Would I Be” is gaining national airplay and top playlist placements. Presence Music aims to create powerful, engaging worship moments that help people encounter God.
Kurtis Hoppie (2:30PM) Kurtis Hoppie is a Christian hip‑hop artist out of Boise, Idaho. His music blends emotional honesty with Gospel‑centered lyrics. Originally emerging as Triple Thr33, he transformed his career after coming to faith in Jesus. His breakthrough album, The Kurtis Hoppie LP (2024), mixed with his unique content style, led him to amass a following of over 170,000 followers on Instagram alone.
Known for songs like “Strangers,” “Space Dawgs,” and the viral love anthem “Vegan Burgers,” Kurtis inspires listeners wrestling with identity, loneliness, and spiritual longing. With over 100,000 monthly listeners, a handful of radio-charting songs, he continues to shock the culture through music that matters, powerful testimonies, and transformative events across the nation.
Laura Williams (3:45PM) Laura Williams has been singing for as long as she can remember, finding comfort in music through childhood bullying and a teenage battle with an eating disorder. At 14, she began writing songs on her ukulele, never imagining music could become a career - until God opened the door her senior year. In 2023, she earned a four-chair turn on The Voice, launching her journey as a Christian artist. Her debut single, “Who Jesus Is,” arrived in 2024, followed by the heartfelt “Hurts Right Now.” Now performing nationwide and opening for established artists, Laura shares honest, faith-filled music with her generation.
Cade Thompson (5:00PM) Cade Thompson is a soulful, high-energy Christian artist on Red Street Records whose sound bridges worship and modern pop. Drawn to music from an early age, he grew through piano, guitar, and drums before sensing a clear call to ministry in his teens. After moving to Nashville, he signed with Jay DeMarcus’ Red Street Records and quickly made an impact with singles like “Provider” and his first Billboard Top 20 hit, “Every Step of the Way.” With 60M+ streams, major tours, and two albums (Bigger Story and Empty Room), Cade continues to reach his generation through honest songwriting and passionate faith.
Ben Fuller (6:30PM) Ben Fuller grew up on a Vermont dairy farm, singing classic country songs while working alongside his father. After years marked by addiction and family brokenness, he moved to Nashville in 2018 to pursue music - never expecting a simple dinner invitation and a church visit to radically change his life. Now fully sober, Ben shares a testimony of hope and healing through Christ. His debut single “Who I Am” hit No. 1, and “If I Got Jesus” has earned millions of streams and viral traction. A K-LOVE and Dove Award nominee, Ben has toured with top Christian artists and performed at the Grand Ole Opry.
Anne Wilson (8:30PM) Anne Wilson has quickly become one of Nashville’s most inspiring rising artists, blending faith-filled storytelling with a fresh country edge. The Kentucky native broke through with her GRAMMY-nominated debut My Jesus, whose PLATINUM-certified title track topped Billboard’s Christian charts and helped propel her past 1 billion global streams. Her genre-bending follow-up, REBEL, featured hits like “Rain In The Rearview” and the Christian radio No. 1 “Strong.” Already an Opry Next Stage Artist and a Spotify Hot Country Artist to Watch, Wilson has sold out her first headlining tour and appeared on major national stages - all while boldly merging her love of God and country music.
