The Jason Lovins Band has signed an exclusive recording agreement with StowTown Records, marking its first label partnership after two decades of music and ministry. The announcement also introduces “We’re Letting Hope In,” the band’s StowTown debut single, with a full-length album planned for 2027.

For worship teams, the news comes with a practical development: StowTown says tracks, chord charts, choral arrangements, and other resources for the song will be offered through its worship resource platform. Their availability for this specific release still needs to be confirmed, leaving church music leaders with a song to explore and a few details to check before adding it to a service.

What The Announcement Confirms

Turning Point PR announced the agreement on October 27, 2026, in a release carried by Jesusfreakhideout. The announcement identifies the deal as the Kentucky-based band’s first label partnership and “We’re Letting Hope In” as its StowTown debut.

The song was written by Blake Walker, Corey Voss, Baily Hager, and Harley Rowell. Wayne Haun and Kris Crunk produced it. The announcement describes the track as a pop-country worship anthem, reflecting the blend of country, gospel, and worship associated with the band’s work.

The single was released on October 23, according to its Apple Music listing. That date differs from the October 27 announcement date, so the two should not be treated as the same event.

A full-length StowTown debut is planned for 2027, but the announcement gives no exact release date. It also does not disclose the financial terms of the recording agreement.

The important development is the support structure around an existing ministry and musical identity. Jason Lovins said StowTown wanted to help more people discover the band’s work without changing what it already does. That describes the partnership’s stated intention, rather than a guarantee of how the band’s sound or reach will develop.

The Church-Resource Promise Deserves A Careful Distinction

The announcement says tracks, chord charts, choral arrangements, and other assets for “We’re Letting Hope In” will be available through StowTown Worship Resource. These materials are intended to help church music teams use the song in different corporate worship settings.

The platform’s wider catalog includes music resources and digital tools for churches. That makes it a relevant place to check for materials, but the general catalog does not confirm that every resource for this particular song is already available.

There is a practical difference between a recording, an arrangement, and a congregation’s own version. A recording introduces the song and gives musicians a reference. An arrangement provides written or prepared material for a particular performance setup. A local worship team still needs to decide how to adapt that material for its congregation and service.

Teams should therefore check the song’s specific listing before making plans. Confirm which files are available, whether the supplied arrangement fits the team’s instrumentation and vocal lineup, and what key or version the materials use. Do not assume that the recording alone includes the charts, stems, or permissions required for a particular use.

What Worship Teams Should Check Before Using The Song

A measured first step is to listen to “We’re Letting Hope In” and discuss where it might fit in the service. Consider whether its message suits the theme of the gathering, whether the melody is accessible to the congregation, and whether the song is best suited to congregational singing, a choir feature, or another presentation.

Once the official resources are available, compare the supplied materials with the recording your musicians are learning. Agree on the song’s structure, repeated sections, transitions, and ending before distributing rehearsal notes. That gives singers and instrumentalists a shared plan instead of leaving key decisions until rehearsal.

It is also worth checking the terms that apply to the supplied files and the planned use. Streaming access does not automatically answer every question about printing, adapting, distributing, or performing music in a church setting. The relevant resource listing and applicable permissions should guide those decisions.

These are practical evaluation steps, not findings from a hands-on review of the song or its charts. The announcement provides a reason for worship teams to explore the release, but it does not remove the need for musical, logistical, and pastoral judgment.

A New Label Chapter, With Resources Still To Check

The Jason Lovins Band’s StowTown agreement gives the group its first label partnership after years of independent releases. “We’re Letting Hope In” introduces that relationship, while a full-length label debut is planned for 2027.

For worship teams, the immediate takeaway is straightforward: the single is available, and dedicated church resources have been promised. Before scheduling the song, check the official listing for the actual materials, confirm that they fit your team, and make a deliberate decision about how the song will serve the congregation.

The partnership opens a new chapter for the band. Whether this particular song belongs in a church’s repertoire is a decision each worship team can make with the recording, the available resources, and its own congregation in mind.

How can worship teams decide whether a new song belongs in their congregation’s repertoire before adding it to a service?

DLK Praise and Worship explores the songs, artists, and practical decisions shaping worship music and ministry.

Sources