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Phil Thompson | |
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 Phil Thompson during a concert in Abuja, Nigeria | |
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| Birth name | Phillip Nathan Thompson |
| Also known as | Phil Thompson |
| Born | September 10, 1974 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Origin | Boston, Massachusetts |
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| Years active | 2004–present |
| Formerly of | Ashmont Hill |
| Spouse(s) | Takiyah Romain, (married 2020–present) |
| Website | philthompsonworship |
Phil Thompson (born September 15, 1974) is an American gospel musician, songwriter and worship leader known for composing the popular worship song, "My Worship".[1]
He started out his music career as a singer and songwriter with the urban contemporary gospel group, Ashmont Hill before moving on as a solo recording artist.
Early life
[edit]Thompson was born in Boston, Massachusetts on September 10, 1974, to a preacher father. He has seven siblings, all of whom are either worship leaders or pastors.
Music career
[edit]Before his professional music career, Thompson served as a worship leader at Jubilee Christian Church.[2] He began his music career at the age of 30 with the urban contemporary gospel group, Ashmont Hill and was the writer behind several of their music hits. As a professional songwriter, he has written songs for many recording artists, including “Love Lifted Me” by JJ Hairston.
He began his solo career in 2017 with his hit worship song, “My Worship.” The live session video of the song garnered over 1 million views within two months and over 12 million views in one year.
His debut album, also called "My Worship," was released in May, 2018 and reached #1 on Billboard charts.
Phil Thompson has been nominated for several awards, including the Dove Awards and Stellar Award.[3]
Phil Thompson is also a well-traveled worship leader and has led worship in several countries across the world, including Ghana, Nigeria, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Canada and the Caribbean Islands.
His first ever live recording will be in Abuja, Nigeria.[4]
Personal life
[edit]Thompson is married to Takiyah Romain.[5][6]
References
[edit]- ^ "Phil Thompson". Integrity Music. Retrieved 2023-07-27.
- ^ "Phil Thompson Biography, Songs, & Albums". AllMusic. Retrieved 2023-07-27.
- ^ "Stellar Awards Nominees Announced - The Gospel Music Association". gospelmusic.org. 2019-01-17. Retrieved 2023-07-27.
- ^ Dekolo, Jolomi (2023-07-24). "Gospel Artiste Phil Thompson Set To Host First Ever Live Recording Concert In Nigeria". SelahAfrik. Retrieved 2023-07-27.
- ^ Opeoluwa, Desalu (2020-09-30). "Photos From "My Worship" Singer Phil Thompson's Wedding". SelahAfrik. Retrieved 2023-07-27.
- ^ Moses, Orode (2020-09-30). "Phil Thompson & new wife Takiyah Romain write wedding Vows, Photos". Gospel Songs Mp3. Retrieved 2023-07-27.