NASHVILLE, TENN. (April 19th, 2024) – Joseph Habedank, singer-songwriter, two-time GRAMMY® nominee, three-time GMA Dove Award winner, and six-time fan-voted Soloist of the Year, is releasing his musical memoir, autobiography. Taking listeners on a soulful journey, autobiography offers a raw and honest portrayal of pain, struggles, and addiction countered with forgiveness, redemption, and the power of the cross. Listen Here.

autobiography, a 12-track album,features a collection of emotionally charged tracks such as the previously released, critically-praised single, “the basement,” that explores Joseph’s 10 years of sobriety and his transformation from pain into purpose and darkness into light. Highlight tracks “tell the devil,” “going with Jesus” (featuring award-winning producer and pianist Bernie Herms), and “Jesus walked in” (featuring NBC’s The Voice-winner Chris Blue) evidence Joseph’s tremendous artistic and songwriting growth over the years, with each song offering a glimpse into the triumphs and trials that have shaped his life, recovery, and faith. 

“This album is the story of my life,” Joseph stated, “but it’s also the story of all Jesus has done in my life. In writing this record, I found myself going back to some of my earliest memories and seeing His hand in the heartbreak, His mercy in the midnight, and the joy that can only be experienced in Him. Because of that, there was no better way to open the record but with "worthy," and to begin by giving honor and overwhelming gratitude for who Jesus is in my autobiography.”

“When Joseph talked to us about this project, I have to admit I was a little uncertain, not for any certain reason, I was just questioning how he would tell his story in song,” states Dusty Wells, A&R director for Daywind Records. “After several months of listening to the sharing of his heart and the songs that Joseph has recorded, I am so moved, touched, and challenged by this project, and I cannot wait for people to hear the "autobiography" of Joseph Habedank. This project is truly a captivating journey through raw emotion and his own personal reflection and growth, inviting his listeners to join in on the musical intimate storytelling of his journey and life in his songs. I am so proud of Joseph, and we are thrilled to be walking alongside him in helping get this music out to the many who need to hear his story.”

Joseph’s new album, autobiography, is now available on all streaming platforms and digital retailers today, April 19th. For more information about Joseph Habedank, his music, and upcoming tour dates visit josephhabedank.com.

TRACK LISTING: 

1. prelude Written by Nick Schwarz and Joseph Habedank 

2. worthy Written by Joseph Habedank, Andrew Bergthold, and Tony Wood 

3. ain’t that the truth Written by Joseph Habedank, Logan Cain, Madison Cain, Taylor Cain, Ethan Hulse, and Nick Schwarz 

4. Jesus walked in (featuring Chris Blue) Written by Joseph Habedank, Nick Schwarz, and Tony Wood 

5. the church Written by Joseph Habedank, Jason Cox, and Sue C. Smith 

6. interlude (little me) 

7. Jesus wasn't leaving Written by Joseph Habedank, Michael Farren, and Tony Wood 

8. tell the devil Written by Joseph Habedank, Ethan Hulse, and Nick Schwarz 

9. Jehovah Written by Joseph Habedank, Mitch Wong, and Tony Wood

10. going with Jesus (featuring Bernie Herms) Written by Joseph Habedank, Bernie Herms, and Ethan Hulse 

11. forgiven (featuring Houston's First Worship) Written by Joseph Habedank and Jeff Bumgardner 

12. the basement Written by Joseph Habedank, Michael Farren, and Tony Wood

ABOUT JOSEPH HABEDANK

Christian music artist Joseph Habedank is a two-time GRAMMY® nominated, three-time GMA Dove Award winning, and six-time fan-voted Soloist of the Year. Joseph has a powerful testimony of recovery from drug addiction that has been featured on FoxNews.com's Spirited Debate, TBN’s Praise the Lord, and in such publications as Billboard Magazine, CCM Magazine, and Glenn Beck’s The Blaze. He has shared his songs in some of America's greatest churches and venues, including the Brooklyn Tabernacle, Charles Stanley’s First Baptist Atlanta, The Grand Ole Opry, and the historic Ryman Auditorium. On the heels of his critically-acclaimed debut solo release, Welcome Home, he was awarded New Soloist of the Year in 2014. His sophomore release, Resurrection, was the first album released by a solo artist to receive the GMA Dove Award for Southern Gospel Album of the Year and garnered Joseph his first GRAMMY® nomination for Roots Gospel Album of the Year. His 2019 release, Deeper Oceans, was nominated for Southern Gospel Album of the Year at the 50th Annual GMA Dove Awards and earned him a second GRAMMY® nomination for Roots Gospel Album of the Year. Deeper Oceans also includes two #1 songs, "Shame On Me" and "Goliath". Change Is Coming, released in 2021, features two #1 songs, "Religion Isn't Working" and "Child of the King," and was awarded Southern Gospel Album of the Year at the 2021 GMA Dove Awards. 

ABOUT DAYWIND RECORDS

Daywind Records is home to an award-winning roster of Gospel artists, including Adam Crabb, Blackwood Brothers, Brian Free & Assurance, Crabb Family, Greater Vision, Guardians Quartet, Jim & Melissa Brady, Jonathan Wilburn, Joseph Habedank, Karen Peck & New River, Kim Hopper, Michael Booth, The Nelons, Southbound, Scotty Inman, and Tribute Quartet. Daywind is distributed to retail through New Day Christian Distributors and the Orchard, covering all major physical, digital, and streaming outlets.