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Josh Wilson (musician)

Joshua David Wilson (born November 14, 1983) is a contemporary Christian musician from El Dorado, Arkansas.[5][6][7] He is best known for the radio singles "Savior, Please" from his 2008 album Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup and "Before the Morning" from his 2009 EP, Life is Not a Snapshot.[8][9][10][11]

Josh Wilson
Birth nameJoshua David Wilson[1]
Born (1983-11-14) November 14, 1983 (age 40)[2][3]
El Dorado, Arkansas[4]
OriginLubbock, Texas, U.S.[4]
GenresContemporary Christian, folk, adult contemporary, pop rock
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, piano, hammered dulcimer, ukulele, mandolin
Years active2004–present
LabelsSparrow, Black River Christian
Websitejoshwilsonmusic.com

Career edit

Josh Wilson's songs reflect humor and emotional aspects in his single "Savior, Please", coupled with his musings on the subject of finances on "Dear Money". Growing up in Lubbock, Texas, Wilson often listened to music or played it. By age 7, his interest in music had expanded to include other instruments. After taking piano lessons, he also added drums and guitar to his growing collection of musical competencies.[12] "I've always been a big believer in pursuing what you're passionate about," he stated. "I think God gives us all passions and talents and ultimately, He wants us to use those for His glory. And since I happen to love music, I guess I always knew I'd do something with it."[13]

After releasing a successful self-titled album in 2010 showcasing his single "Before The Morning", Wilson released an album, See You, on February 4, 2011. The most popular song on the album is "I Refuse", with "Fall Apart" in close second.[14][15] The song "I Refuse" was inspired by the aftermath of the storms that flooded the city of Nashville, Tennessee in the spring of 2010, and deals with the idea that Christians should refuse to just stand by during times of suffering, instead of pursuing justice and furthering God's kingdom.[16] His style in that album was said to have come out of the ordinary worship experience with strong lyrics, led by a loud acoustic guitar. Josh Wilson also released a new Christmas album, Noel, on October 5, 2012. The most popular song on that album is one of the ones he wrote, "Jesus Is Alive", which has risen to the top of all his most purchased songs.[15][17]

On January 3, 2010, during security delays at Newark Liberty International Airport, Wilson decided to pull out his guitar and entertain his fellow passengers. He played the Beatles' "Hey Jude" and the crowd sang along.[18] Video of the incident was posted multiple times on YouTube and it went viral shortly after.[19][20] A couple of years later, on March 19, 2012 Josh Wilson achieved the "Christian Songwriter/Artist of the Year" award from The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.[21] He was also named as the future of Christian pop music. His album, Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup, was labeled one of the top ten albums of the year by GospelMusicChannel.com.[22]

Discography edit

Independent albums edit

Title Album details
Dragonfly
  • Released: January 1, 2004[23]
  • Label: Independent
  • Format: CD, digital download

Studio albums edit

Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
[24]		 US
Christ
[25]
Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup
  • Released: April 29, 2008[26]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 — 37
See You
  • Released: February 8, 2011[27]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 — 12
Noel
  • Released: October 9, 2012[28]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 — —
Carry Me
  • Released: April 9, 2013[29]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 129 5
That Was Then, This Is Now
  • Released: July 31, 2015[30]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 144 4

Compilation albums edit

Title Album details
Josh Wilson
  • Released: June 11, 2010[31]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download

Extended plays edit

Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
Christ.
[25]
Shake the Shadow
  • Released: 2006[32]
  • Label: Independent
  • Format: CD, digital download
 —
Sing: A Christmas EP —
Life Is Not a Snapshot
  • Released: September 4, 2009[34]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 25
Live from Carson Center
  • Released: April 13, 2012[35]
  • Label: Sparrow Records
  • Format: CD, digital download
 —
Don't Look Back
  • Released: November 9, 2018
  • Label: Black River Christian
  • Format: CD, digital download
 —
Remember
  • Released: September 24, 2021
  • Label: Black River Christian
  • Format: Digital download
 —

Singles edit

Year Title Peak chart positions Album
US
Christ
[36]		 US
Christ Airplay
[37]		 US
Christ AC
[38]
2008 "3 Minute Song" 26 — Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup
2009 "Savior, Please" 7 7
"Sing" 40 28 Life is Not a Snapshot
2010 "Before the Morning" 3 2
2011 "I Refuse" 3 3 See You
"Fall Apart" 6 9
2012 "Jesus Is Alive" 1 2 Noel
2013 "Carry Me" 10 14 Carry Me
"Pushing Back The Dark" 19 19
2015 "That Was Then, This Is Now" 11 5 6 That Was Then, This Is Now
2016 "No More" — 32 30
2018 "Dream Small" 16 13 13 Don't Look Back
"Borrow (One Day at a Time)" 35 22 22
2019 "OK" — 30 —
2020 "Revolutionary" 9 5 7 Remember
2021 "Undeniable" — 39 —
2022 "Things That I'm Afraid Of" 29 25 20

References edit

  1. ^ Wilson, Joshua David. "Josh Wilson Database Profile". ASCAP. Archived from the original on June 5, 2012. Retrieved April 27, 2012.
  2. ^ Wilson, Josh. "Artist Profile (Josh Wilson)". Christian Music Review. Retrieved April 27, 2012.[permanent dead link]
  3. ^ Wilson, Josh (November 14, 2011). "Josh Wilson Birthday". Josh Wilson Official Twitter. Retrieved April 27, 2012.
  4. ^ a b Wilson, Josh. "Josh Wilson Profile". PureVolume. Retrieved April 27, 2012.
  5. ^ Christa Banister. "Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup". Christianity Today. Retrieved June 24, 2009.
  6. ^ "Josh Wilson Discography". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved June 24, 2009.
  7. ^ Matt Conner, Josh Wilson. "Meet Singer-Songwriter Josh Wilson". CMCentral (crosswalk.com). Retrieved June 24, 2009.
  8. ^ Dawson, Adam (May 18, 2008). "Josh Wilson, "Trying To Fit The Ocean in a Cup" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved June 24, 2009.
  9. ^ Johnson, Jared. "Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup > Overview". Allmusic. Retrieved June 24, 2009.
  10. ^ "Josh Wilson Biography, Interviews, and Music Interviews". 1Cubed.com. Archived from the original on December 15, 2009. Retrieved June 24, 2009.
  11. ^ "He's Been There : Josh Wilson : Rhapsody". Shop.rhapsody.com. September 13, 2012. Archived from the original on December 30, 2013. Retrieved December 29, 2013.
  12. ^ "Albums by Josh Wilson – Free listening, concerts, stats, & pictures at". Last.fm. November 26, 2013. Retrieved December 29, 2013.
  13. ^ "iTunes – Music – Josh Wilson". Itunes.apple.com. Retrieved December 29, 2013.
  14. ^ "Josh Wilson: He's Been There – Muziek op Google Play". September 13, 2012. Retrieved December 29, 2013.
  15. ^ a b "Josh Wilson on Apple Music". Itunes.apple.com. Retrieved March 14, 2020.
  16. ^ "Refusing to Just Stand By". MissionTripSongs.com. Retrieved July 12, 2013.
  17. ^ "See You". Christianity Today. February 7, 2011. Retrieved March 14, 2020.
  18. ^ "Josh Wilson – He's Been There | Listen Free | iHeartRadio". Iheart.com. September 13, 2012. Retrieved December 29, 2013.
  19. ^ "Stuck in Newark". YouTube. January 3, 2010. Archived from the original on December 20, 2021. Retrieved December 30, 2011.
  20. ^ Poole, Heather (January 6, 2010). "Galley Gossip: Interview with musician Josh Wilson (The Hey, Jude Newark Airport guy)". Gadling.com. Retrieved December 30, 2011.
  21. ^ "Browse Albums | Discover & Download Music". eMusic. Retrieved December 29, 2013.
  22. ^ The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. (March 20, 2012). Ben Glover Named ASCAP Christian Songwriter of the Year at 34th Annual ASCAP Christian Music Awards. Retrieved December 9, 2012. http://www.ascap.com/Press/2012/0319_Christian-Music-Awards.aspx
  23. ^ "Dragonfly". ChristianMusicArchive. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  24. ^ "Josh Wilson – Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved March 17, 2018.
  25. ^ a b "Josh Wilson – Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved March 17, 2018.
  26. ^ "Josh Wilson – Trying to Fit the Ocean in a Cup". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  27. ^ "Josh Wilson – See You". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  28. ^ "Josh Wilson – Noel". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  29. ^ "Josh Wilson – Carry Me". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  30. ^ "Josh Wilson – That Was Then, This Is Now". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  31. ^ "Josh Wilson". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  32. ^ "Josh Wilson – Shake The Shadow". Amazon. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  33. ^ "Sing: A Christmas EP". Spotify. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  34. ^ "Life Is Not a Snapshot". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  35. ^ "Live from the Carson Center – EP". ITunes. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  36. ^ "Josh Wilson Chart History (Hot Christian Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  37. ^ "Josh Wilson Chart History (Christian Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved April 17, 2018.
  38. ^ "Josh Wilson Chart History (Christian AC Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved April 17, 2018.

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