NASHVILLE, TENN. (SEPTEMBER 27, 2024) Today newcomer artist bodie releases his debut EP, HAPPY TO BE HERE, on Provident Label Group. The EP features six tracks including the recently released songs "RIP," "GOD DID," and "whisper and the wind." Listen to the EP here. 

"the HAPPY TO BE HERE EP is a project of six songs varying in topics and tones," shares bodie. "The lyrics are honest and transparent and the sound is fresh and alternative. I hope these songs inspire you."

In its add week bodie's radio single, ‘whisper and the wind,’ was tied for No. 1 Most Added at AC alongside Brandon Lake and Elevation Worship. Currently, 11 stations are playing the song with two new adds this week.

Last night, bodie celebrated his album release with a show in Nashville ahead of the headlining tour beginning next month on October 22nd. Fans can catch him performing from the EP on the "BODIE & GIO.'S HAPPY TO BE HERE WITH NOBODY ELSE TOUR" with 10 dates across the West Coast. Check out the tour dates here. 

From his days on "The Voice" to his musical influences growing up in a surfing community in California, bodie has combined his love for rock with hip-hop to create a fresh new sound that is as unique and inviting as he is. bodie's music reflects his experiences, capturing the emotions of love, loss, and the human condition with raw honesty and authenticity. With his openness about his love for Jesus and his pride in being a family man, bodie will give the world a fresh perspective on the definition of a pop star. 

ABOUT bodie: Growing up in Los Angeles surrounded by talented parents and artistic influences who instilled a love for art at a young age, bodie is no stranger to the stage. He captivated the attention of millions with his soulful vocals and magnetic stage presence on "The Voice," sharing his musical influences from rock to hip-hop to create a fresh new sound that is as unique and inviting as he is. His music reflects his experiences, capturing the emotions of love, loss, and the human condition with raw honesty and authenticity, along with his openness about his love for Jesus and his pride in being a family man. INSTAGRAM + TIKTOK + YOUTUBE