Billboard Exclusively Premieres Hillsong Young & Free's "Falling Into You" Music Video

Song found on GRAMMY® nominated Youth Revival

Nashville, Tenn. (Dec. 22, 2016) - GRAMMY® nominated Hillsong Young & Free's newest music video for their current radio single "Falling Into You" premiered exclusively with Billboard. To view the video, click here.

"We've had the best year in twenty-16 seeing the world and meeting so many new people," Hillsong Young & Free's Laura Toggs shared exclusively with Billboard. "To celebrate, we're releasing a new music video for 'Falling Into You' that shows some of the highlights from our travels. This song is about letting go and choosing to enjoy Gods plan for your life. Each one of us could say that we've had to consciously choose to do this in the past year and although there can be elements of fear that holds us back - there's truly nothing like the thrill of living out Gods purposes. We have such a sense of joy and freedom when we do this song... so wherever you are... we hope you enjoy it! Love Laura & everyone from Y&F. Merry Christmas 🎄”

Releasing in February of 2016, the eclectic collection of songs found on Youth Revival articulate the deep desire of the human heart for something more. Youth Revival earned Hillsong Young & Free their first GRAMMY® Nomination. Making an impact at Christian radio, Youth Revival has garnered two Top 5 singles, as their newest "Falling Into You" quickly climbs the charts.

About Hillsong Young & Free:
GRAMMY® nominated Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Young & Free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) and EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a No. 1 spot on Billboard Top Christian / Gospel Albums Chart. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles and support fromMTV, MTV Hits and mtvU among others. Young & Free fills stadiums across the globe and continues to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences.Their latest No. 1 release Youth Revival (2016) is available now.

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Phoenix. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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Hillsong Young & Free Honored With First GRAMMY® Nomination

Nashville, Tenn. (Dec. 8, 2016) - Youth Revival (Live) has earned Hillsong Young & Free their first GRAMMY® Nomination. The sophomore album was named as a nominee in the Best Contemporary Christian Music Album category. Making an impact at Christian radio, Youth Revival (Live) has garnered two Top 5 singles, as their newest "Falling Into You" quickly climbs the charts. The Recording Academy will present the 59th GRAMMY® Awards on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, live from Staples Center in Los Angeles and broadcast on the CBS Television Network from 8–11:30 pm ET/5–8:30 pm PT.

"What an honor it is to be nominated for a GRAMMY® under the category of 'Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.' While we are so proud of Youth Revival, we're overwhelmed by this recognition and aware of the shoulders we stand on," shares Young & Free’s Laura Toggs. "God is so exceedingly generous and we can't wait for February!"

Young & Free recently announced a free release of the video "Real Love" for a very special reason. Instead of paying for the download, the band is asking people to donate to a World Vision program that provides aid to Syrian refugee children. Download “Real Love” and donate to World Vision at http://hillsong.com/youngandfree/reallove/.

Releasing in February of 2016, the eclectic collection of songs found on Youth Revival articulate the deep desire of the human heart for something more. With their relevant EDM and pop sound, the project continues their own journey and experiences through their faith. Youth Revival debuted at No. 1 on Billboard Praise & Worship Chart and boasted a top 10 placement on the Billboard Digital Albums Chart alongside support from media such as Billboard, Worship Leader and MTV. The band toured globally throughout the year including treks in Canada, Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, the United States and more.

About Hillsong Young & Free:
Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Young & Free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) and EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a No. 1 spot on Billboard Top Christian / Gospel Albums Chart. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles and support from MTV, MTV Hits and mtvU among others. Young & Free fills stadiums across the globe and continues to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences. Their latest No. 1 release Youth Revival (2016) is available now.

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Phoenix. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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Hillsong Young & Free Releases "Real Love" Video To Help Syrian Refugees

Nashville, Tenn. (Nov. 10, 2016) - Hillsong Young & Free have announced a free release of the video "Real Love" for a very special reason.

Instead of paying for the download, the band is asking people to donate to a World Vision program that provides aid to Syrian refugee children.

Young & Free’s Laura Toggs said the idea to encourage real love for refugees came about after delays with the video when, “I became much more involved and aware of the current plight of the middle-east and I believe that maybe God had something else in mind all along."

“I am so grateful for God’s timing and believe that this music video isn’t just meant to be in vain, but rather its timing is perhaps God-ordained for us to rise-up beyond ourselves and to extend this 'REAL LOVE' across borders into circumstances that are unimaginable to us.” 

Toggs said, “It is difficult to reconcile how we were so lucky to be born into such blessing and prosperity while others are born into the grievance of war. What a time this is to extend REAL LOVE beyond ourselves to other young people who desperately need us to stand with them. THIS. IS. REAL. LOVE."

The Young & Free website features a link to a special World Vision Donation button beneath the video. 

The funds raised will go directly towards aiding Syrian refugee children & young people in their education and schooling, as well as other vital necessities in partnership with World Vision USA.

“The refugee crisis can seem so enormous and complex,” said Richard Stearns, president of World Vision U.S. “But God isn’t asking us to solve it. He’s simply asking us to love. Real love is what we do for people who are nothing like us. It’s love that expects nothing in return. That’s the kind of love Jesus showed us. Thank you, Hillsong Young & Free, for using your inspirational music to elevate the needs of unwanted and unloved refugees and rally support for them.”

Download “Real Love” and donate to World Vision at http://hillsong.com/youngandfree/reallove/.

Young & Free’s newest single “Falling Into You” was the No. 1 most added this week at Hot AC Radio debuting at No. 27. This marks two songs from the band featured currently on the National Audience Chart. Both tracks are found on Youth Revival, released earlier this year.
 

About Hillsong Young & Free:
Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Hillsong Young & Free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) and EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a No. 1 spot on Billboard Top Christian / Gospel Albums Chart. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Hillsong Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles and support from MTV, MTV Hits and mtvU among others. Hillsong Young & Free fills stadiums across the globe and continues to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences.Their latest No. 1 release Youth Revival (2016) is available now.

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Phoenix. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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Hillsong Young & Free's Youth Revival Garners Top Chart Placements

Sophomore album called "rare" and "filled with heart and soul"

Nashville, Tenn. (March 14, 2016) - On the heels of a YouTube Spaces Livestream event viewed by thousands, Hillsong Young & Free's Youth Revival (Feb. 26) garnered the top spot on the Billboard Praise & Worship Chart and boasted a top 10 placement on the Billboard Digital Albums Chart. Hillsong Young & Free played filled release shows at Los Angeles' Belasco Theatre and San Francisco's The Regency Ballroom around the debut of their LP. 

Billboard also took time to chat with the Sydney-based group in a story titled "Hillsong Young & Free on New Live Album Youth Revival: 'The Focus Is on the Message.'" While on the West Coast, Hillsong Young & Free stopped by Facebook and Snapchat offices along with Good Day LA, ET: The Insider and Air1 Radio Network. With their relevant pop and EDM sound, Youth Revival was commended by critics:

“This is a rare release that accomplishes exactly what it sets out to do: make a powerful impact with songs that clearly portray the truth of Christ in a musical and cultural language that resonates with the youth today." - Worship Leader

“This new album is filled with heart and soul. This is the next chapter for Young & Free, and after listening to their album almost nonstop, I can tell you it’s nothing short of revival." - FOX News' FOX Nation

“Youth Revival delivers sincere worship packaged into a modern sound, geared towards the next generation of young believers." - NewReleaseToday

The single, "Where You Are," is currently in the Top 5 at Hot AC. The music video supporting the song landed an exclusive video premiere on the homepage of MTV.com, plus broadcast rotation on MTV, MTV Hits and mtvU. 

Hillsong Young & Free photographed in 2016 during their show at San Francisco's The Regency Ballroom.

About Hillsong Young & Free:
Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Hillsong Young & free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) and EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a No. 1 spot on Billboard Top Christian / Gospel Albums Chart. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Hillsong Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles and support from MTV, MTV Hits and mtvU among others. Hillsong Young & Free fills stadiums across the globe and continues to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences.Their anticipated release Youth Revival is available now.

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Phoenix. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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YouTube Spaces Livestream Planned For Hillsong Young & Free's Newest Album

Pre-Order for Youth Revival available now

Nashville, Tenn. (February 17, 2016) - Hillsong Young & Free will be streaming the premiere of their newest album Youth Revival (Feb. 26) from the popular YouTube Spaces in Los Angeles on Feb. 23. Listeners from around the globe will be able to tune in at 4 pm P.S.T. to hear the newest songs from the Australia-based band, three days before the global release of their new record. Fans can pre-order Youth Revival now (click here) and receive "Real Love" and "Where You Are" instantly.

The single from the upcoming record, "Where You Are," is currently in the Top 5 at Hot AC. The music video supporting the song landed an exclusive video premiere on the homepage of MTV.com, plus broadcast rotation on MTV, MTV Hits and mtvU. Upon its digital release, "Where You Are" shot to Spotify’s Top 15 on Viral 50 USA Chart.

The eclectic collection of songs found on Youth Revival articulate the deep desire of the human heart for something more. With their relevant EDM and pop sound, the project continues their own journey and experiences through their faith.

“Our hopes are that we will see something truly significant happen in our generation and that Young and Free makes a mark on the pages of history books," shares Hillsong Young & Free's Laura Toggs. "I look back at time periods and how they were marked by movements, and maybe we are a little audacious, but imagine if that’s what our generation was remembered for, for being ‘young and free.’ We truly are believing to see a 'youth revival' take place in 2016.”

About Hillsong Young & Free:
Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Hillsong Young & free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) debuted to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Christian/Gospel Chart. Also scoring a No. 1 debut, their most recent EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a top 10 iTunes overall spot and received support from MTV, MTVHits and mtvU. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Hillsong Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles. Their anticipated release of Youth Revival is due out in February 2016. Hillsong Young & Free fill stadiums across the globe and continue to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences.

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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MTV Exclusively Unveils Hillsong Young & Free’s “Where You Are” Music Video

Youth Revival set to release globally on February 26

Nashville, Tenn. (January 21, 2016) - Hillsong Young & Free’s newest single “Where You Are” has taken over MTV! Filmed in their native Australia, the music video is appearing exclusively across the popular network’s three broadcast channels (MTV, MTVHits, mtvU) as well as MTV.com and mtvU.com. Upon release of the single in December, the track resonated with listeners, garnering a position in Spotify’s viral top 50 and a current spot in the Top 20 at Hot AC/CHR. 

“It doesn’t matter how much satisfaction that you can get from the world, you are never truly satisfied until you are where God is, where He wants you to be and where He is purposed you to be," explains Hillsong Young & Free’s Laura Toggs when sharing the concept of “Where You Are.” "This song is about pursuing and choosing that over everything else."

Hillsong Young & Free’s newest album Youth Revival, which includes "Where You Are," has an upcoming global release date of February 26. The eclectic collection of songs found on Youth Revival articulate the deep desire of the human heart for something more. With their relevant EDM and pop sound, the project continues their own journey and experiences through their faith.

About Hillsong Young & Free:
Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Hillsong Young & free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) debuted to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Christian/Gospel Chart. Also scoring a No. 1 debut, their most recent EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a top 10 iTunes overall spot and received support from MTV, MTVHits and mtvU. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Hillsong Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles. Their anticipated release of Youth Revival is due out in February 2016. Hillsong Young & Free fill stadiums across the globe and continue to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences.

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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Hillsong Young & Free Surprises Listeners With Brand New Single “Where You Are"

Newest album Youth Revival due out in February 2016

Nashville, Tenn. (December 11, 2015) - Surprise! Hillsong Young & Free has unveiled a brand new single titled “Where You Are." Originally announced through the band’s social media conversation followed by millions around the world, the upbeat EDM sounding “Where You Are” is the first song from Hillsong Young & Free’s anticipated full-length sophomore project Youth Revival due out in February 2016. Filling stadiums globally with their notable EDM and pop sounds, songs found on Youth Revival articulate the deep desire of the human heart for something more. Clearly, the project continues their own journey of experience through their faith. To purchase the single “Where You Are” from the to-be released Youth Revival, click here.

Initially revealing clues on Instagram, the internationally recognized Hillsong Young & Free debuted We Are Young & Free The Remixes on December 7. The digital EP features remixes of some of their most well-known songs along with two bonus tracks. To download We Are Young & Free The Remixes, click here. 

About Hillsong Young & Free:
Hillsong Young & Free is a youth movement born out of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. In this thirty year story, they have seen generations of people serving, leading and pioneering movements. Hillsong Young & free is comprised of a collective of young people who come together to make music for youth and young adults everywhere. Their first album We Are Young & Free (2013) debuted to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Christian/Gospel Chart. Also scoring a No. 1 debut, their most recent EP, This Is Living (2015), garnered a top 10 iTunes Overall spot and received support from MTV, MTVHITS and MTVU. With millions of social followers engaging in the social conversation, Hillsong Young & Free has scored two No. 1 radio singles. Their anticipated release of Youth Revival is due out in February 2016. Hillsong Young & Free fill stadiums across the globe and continue to push their positive message in the musical context of EDM and pop influences.  

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.


Get Connected with Hillsong Young & Free:
Website // www.hillsongyoungandfree.com
Snapchat // hillsongyandf

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