PROVIDENT ENTERTAINMENT SIGNS SINGER/SONGWRITER
MOLLY KATE KESTNER
New Single "Content" Available Today
2026/05/08.ProvidentEntertainmentSignsSingerSongwriterMollyKateKestner.asp NEWS SOURCE: Merge PR May 8, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (MAY 08, 2026) Provident Entertainment is excited to announce the signing of singer/songwriter Molly Kate Kestner to its artist roster. Alongside the announcement, Kestner releases her brand-new single, “Content,” available everywhere today.
“Content” marks Kestner’s first solo release in three years and introduces a new season of music rooted in faith, surrender, and authenticity. The song reflects on the ways people seek approval and validation from everything except God, ultimately pointing listeners toward the freedom that comes from fully trusting Him. Through uncertainty and change, “Content” reminds listeners that God remains faithful, present, and sovereign over every detail.
“We are thrilled to finally announce Molly as the newest signing to Provident,” shares Holly Zabka, President of Provident Entertainment. “Molly carries a rare mix of lyrical honesty and relatability in her songs, and after lending her hand to countless writes within our Essential Music Publishing family, it’s a joy for us to be able to partner with her as a Provident artist as well. We can’t wait to see how her fans receive these new songs she has poured her soul into!”
Kestner’s recent creative journey has also included writing four songs with her husband, Brock, for the soundtrack of the film DAVID. Each song was inspired by the Psalms and the story of David, further shaping the artistic and spiritual foundation of her upcoming music.
Best known for her deeply personal songwriting and soulful vocals, Kestner first gained national attention as a teenager when her original song went viral, earning more than 1.5 million views in less than two weeks and leading to a major label recording contract. Since then, she has continued to evolve as both an artist and a songwriter, building an impressive catalog that resonates with listeners around the world.
Over the years, Kestner has continued to establish herself as both an artist and a highly sought-after songwriter. She has collaborated with acclaimed producers and songwriters, including Ryan Tedder, Michael Pollack, and Emily Warren, and has writing credits with artists such as Kelly Clarkson (“Move You,” “Slow Dance”), Andy Grammer (“Thousand Faces”), and Elevation Rhythm (“You Will Be Saved”). Stay tuned for more new music from Kestner.
About Provident Entertainment: Provident Entertainment, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, is home to Reunion Records, Essential Records, RCA Inspiration, Essential Worship, Essential Music Publishing, and Provident Films. The astounding artist roster includes Brandon Lake, Casting Crowns, KB, Zach Williams, CAIN, Matthew West, DOE, Melvin Crispell III, Seph Schlueter, Aaron Cole, Ben Fuller, Leanna Crawford, Patrick Mayberry, and more.
L-to-R: Raegan Corcoran, Director, Creative, Essential Music Publishing; Andie Rankins, VP, Publishing Administration, Essential Music Publishing; Josh Schiffman, Director, A&R, Provident Entertainment; Sam Featherstone, VP, A&R, Provident Entertainment; Mat Anderson, SVP, Business Strategy and Operations, Provident Entertainment; Molly Kate Kestner; John Loessy, Director, Marketing, Provident Entertainment; Holly Zabka, President, Provident Entertainment; Jamie Rodgers, VP, Essential Music Publishing; Joshua Carpenter, VP, Legal And Business Affairs, Provident Entertainment
This Friday, July 24
ALBUMS Leanna Crawford Thank God [Provident] Charles Wesley Godwin Christian Name [Big Loud] eddieM UnReleased - EP [Syntax] Ezra Worship Initiative Great and Glorious God EP [NCS] The Inspirations Songs For Our American Culture [Horizon] Madison Street Worship Who Is Like The Lord [Pure Mosaic] Josh Snodgrass Acoustic Worship (independent) Tyraels Ascension Grave Seeker [Rottweiler] Jean Watson When I Was Fearless (independent)
SINGLES ANTHNY Prepare Me - Single [SONY/Provident] Bill B. Here & Home (ft. Davion Morye) - Single [Syntax] Joe L Barnes Road Less Traveled (feat. Seph Schlueter) - Single [SONY/Provident] Beach Chapel Give You The World - Single (independent) LamonTT Blackshire WORLD CUP - Single [Syntax] CalledOut Music What A Life - Single [Integrity] Chris Caro BRICK! - Single [Syntax] Franni Cash The Real Thing - Single [Capitol CMG] dex the nerd who loves Jesus Dance Like David (ft. Drea LP) - Single [Syntax] DOE High Praise - Single [SONY/Provident] Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Ellie Holcomb, NEEDTOBREATHE Promised Land - Single [Magnolia] Noah Paul Harrison The Lifter Of My Head (Live) [feat. Aubree Archibeck] - Single [Bethel] Koryn Hawthorne His Favorite - Single [Motown Gospel] Mat Kearney Fall On Me - Single (independent) The Kingdom Heirs Jesus Never Met A Sinner (That He Couldn't Save) - Single [Sonlite] Elle Limebear Give Me Joy - Single [Decca] Autumn Nelon I'll Find You - Single [Gaither] Lloyd Nicks Paper-Maché - Single [Wings] Andy Riemersma Holding Me Down - Single [Dream] Troy Patterson The Nikes (ft. Mont Pringle) - Single [Syntax] Troy Patterson Blood & Crypt (ft. Semaj Spitz) - Single [Syntax] Sabyn Worthy (feat. Callie Twisselman) - Single [Owepar] Sam's The Hero In the Absence of Applause - Single [Small Step] Sleeping At Last Echo - Single (independent) Mackenna Swann Surrender - Single [Rixon] Tru-Serva and OneStepMoore Don't Knock It (feat. De La Cruz & Xay Hill) - Single (independent) Colton Vance Feeling Okay - Single (independent) Joel Vaughn Like God Does - Single (independent) Tauren Wells What A Miracle Feels Like (Live) [feat. Naomi Raine] - Single [Capitol CMG] Phil Wickham Everyday Hallelujah - Single [Fair Trade]
Next Friday, July 31
ALBUMS Pat Barrett, Worship Together Burn in Us [Capitol CMG] Joseph Habedank The Worship Album [Gaither] Sower Contrast (independent) Starflyer 59 Disappointed EP [Velvet Blue]
SINGLES Hillside Recording Come Back Home - Single (independent) KNGDM REVIVAL OPEN MY EYES - Single [Dream] We Are Messengers Room For You - Single [Wings]
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