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Trent Harmon, the 2016 winner of American Idol, has taken a bold step in his music career by moving away from country music to fully embrace Christian worship. This transition isn’t a sudden detour, but rather the fulfillment of a quiet calling that had been growing inside Harmon for years.

Image: Photo from American Idol 

Known for his soulful southern voice and heartfelt performances during his Idol journey, Harmon always wore his faith close to the surface. Whether it was his prayer journal backstage or the worship songs he played for fellow contestants, his spiritual roots were evident. 

However, despite that deep conviction, Harmon continued down the country music path after winning the competition, achieving a modest level of success with tours and recordings.

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But behind the scenes, Harmon struggled with a growing sense of disconnect. Singing country songs while privately worshiping created what he called a “double life.” The turning point came during his time on American Idol, when he played a worship song one evening for his peers. 

The atmosphere changed in a way that left a lasting impression. “That left a mark,” he recalled. That moment sparked a deeper realization: faith and music didn’t have to be kept separate.

Image: Photo from IG of Trent Harmon

Over the years, faith-based lyrics began naturally emerging in his songwriting. He noticed that these were the songs he wanted to end his shows with—and soon, they were the songs he wanted to fill his entire setlist. 

Becoming a father during the pandemic further clarified his purpose. “When you have kids, you want to leave a legacy,” Harmon explained. He began asking himself whether his daughter would be proud of the songs he was singing.

Image: Photo from IG of Trent Harmon

This internal transformation led to the creation of Scars & Sins, his debut Christian EP. Released on May 30, the six-song collection includes tracks like “Beautiful Lord” and “You’ll See My Face,” blending worship themes with his signature vocal style. The title track speaks to brokenness and redemption—how Christ meets people in their lowest moments. Harmon described it as a reminder that “God is always working, even in the waiting.”

Image: Screengrab from IG of Trent Harmon

 Now performing in churches instead of concert halls, Harmon says he feels at peace. “I’m playing the music that I know the words to. I’m not having to change any lyrics so that my mom won’t be upset,” he shared with a smile. 

For Harmon, this is more than just a career move—it’s a return to his roots and a commitment to music that uplifts and edifies.

Image: Screengrab from IG of Trent Harmon 

He also acknowledges the historical overlap between country and gospel, noting how artists like Elvis Presley bridged those genres. Harmon hopes to follow in that tradition, building a new body of work that speaks directly to the soul. “I’m proud to do it,” he said. “This is what I’m supposed to do.”

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