Joseph “Seph” Schlueter (pronounced "shlee-ter") was born on December 18, 1999, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Rooted in Christian faith, he embraced worship from a young age, eventually dedicating seven years as a missionary focused on Catholic spiritual renewal. This journey led to him founding and serving as Worship Director for Damascus Worship, a revival-focused collective in Columbus, Ohio.
Independent Artist
to Provident Signing
Before signing with Provident Music Group in early 2023, Seph
independently released worship songs and opened for artists like Brandon
Lake and Phil Wickham. His passion for authentic
ministry through music landed him a label deal and the transformational release
of his first major single, “Counting My Blessings.”
Breakout Hit:
“Counting My Blessings”
Released July 28, 2023, this track skyrocketed to #1 on Billboard's
Christian Airplay and Christian AC Airplay, and reached #2 on Hot
Christian Songs.
From being a viral hit in Brazil to influencing over 5 billion short-form
video views, the song was celebrated globally. It earned K‑Love Fan Award
for Breakout Single of the Year and Dove Award nominations in 2024. In March 2025, the track was
certified Gold by the RIAA.
Debut EP &
Studio Album
On March 15, 2024, Seph launched his debut EP, Counting My Blessings, featuring tracks like “Love Me Still,” “Stay,” and “Running Back To You”. His dreams expanded further with the announcement of his full-length studio album of the same title, set to drop July 11, 2025 . The album includes his latest singles like “Won’t Start Now” and “Words We’ll Sing Forever”
Rise & Recognition (2024–25)
- Named Billboard’s #2 New Christian Artist of 2024
- Finalist for Billboard Top Christian Song (“Counting My Blessings”)
- Won K‑Love Breakout Single of the Year 2024
- Nominated for GMA Dove Awards: New Artist of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song
Touring &
Ministry Impact
Seph joined Matt Maher’s Live and In the Room Tour in 2024 and
headlined his Counting My Blessings Tour beginning spring 2025. His music ministry happens
through global worship gatherings and worship school sessions,
where he leads with passion and pastoral care.
Artistic Heart
& Style
Known for authentic lyrics and "organic pop" worship,
Seph’s music infuses intimate devotion and melodic vulnerability.
He aims to help people encounter Jesus through songs that feel like
personal prayers rather than chart-focused hits .
Personal Life
Seph lives in Ohio, balancing his music ministry with family life
alongside his wife Abby, with whom he announced they’re expecting their first
child in December 2024.
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