Heaven’s New Signature: Nathan Woodard Declares “I Believe” on Good Friday, Launching North Chapel Records

On the most sacred day on the Christian calendar—Good Friday—a new sound rises from the soil of faith. GRAMMY® and GMA Dove Award nominee Nathan Woodard steps from behind the songwriter’s curtain and into the spotlight with his debut single, “I Believe,” the very first release from the freshly minted North Chapel Records. Owned by industry veteran Benny Brown and led by Wendy Buckner, the label doesn’t whisper its arrival; it roars with intentionality, releasing a track that feels less like a debut and more like a homecoming. Woodard, already a trusted pen in Christian, Gospel, and Country circles, finally brings his own voice to the forefront—and what a voice it is. Authentic, weathered by worship yet tender with conviction, he doesn’t just sing about belief; he testifies. Backed by the incomparable keyboard artistry of Gordon Mote and co-written by John Stephens and Travis Smith, “I Believe” arrives as a bold, unshakable declaration of hope and redemption—timed perfectly to echo the weight of the cross and the promise of the empty tomb.

But this single is more than a song; it’s a cornerstone. “With ‘I Believe,’ we are opening the doors of North Chapel Records exactly how we intended,” says Benny Brown, “with music that matters.” Wendy Buckner echoes the sentiment: “From the very beginning, ‘I Believe’ represents exactly who we are—a label committed to creating music that speaks truth, uplifts the listener, and reflects something deeper than just a song.” And indeed, the track delivers. Woodard’s heartfelt vocal becomes a vessel for a message of unwavering faith, capturing the essence of a soul anchored in Christ when the world offers nothing but uncertainty. As the inaugural release, “I Believe” sets a brilliant, burning standard for everything North Chapel Records will stand for: authenticity, excellence, and storytelling that reaches past the ears and into the spirit. With this powerful beginning, Nathan Woodard doesn’t just introduce himself—he invites a generation to say it, sing it, and live it: I believe. The single is available now on all digital streaming platforms.