TobyMac with Mercy Me and Matthew West

TobyMac, born in Virginia, is a Grammy-winning Christian artist known for solo work and as a member of dc Talk. His genre-blending hits include "Lose My Soul" and "I Just Need U," and he often collaborates with artists like Kirk Franklin. Albums like Eye on It and This Is Not a Test topped charts, earning numerous Dove Awards and solidifying his influence in both Christian and mainstream music.

Illinois native Matthew West, a Dove Award-winning CCM star, started as a songwriter for Billy Ray Cyrus and Rascal Flatts. Known for hits like "You Are Everything," he achieved crossover success with albums like "Live Forever." His own label released "Brand New" and the double album "My Story Your Glory" featuring collaborations with David Leonard and Jenn Johnson. A former baseball hopeful, West chose music and attended Millikin University on scholarship. His albums consistently topped Christian charts, earning a Songwriter of the Year award in 2018.