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William McDowell
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| Birth name | William David McDowell |
| Born | August 31, 1976 Cincinnati, Ohio |
| Origin | Orlando, Florida |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Labels | Integrity Music |
William David McDowell, born on August 31, 1976, is a talented American gospel musician. He is also a singer and songwriter. He started his music journey in 2009. His first album, As We Worship, became popular on several music charts. His next albums, Arise (2011) and Withholding Nothing (2013), also did very well. Withholding Nothing was even nominated for a Grammy Award!
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Early Life and Education
William David McDowell was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on August 31, 1976. His parents, Lewis and Pauline, were both from North Carolina. When he was in his twenties, William moved to Orlando, Florida. He went to Full Sail University there. He earned a degree in Entertainment Business.
Music Career Highlights
William McDowell's music career officially began in 2009. His first album, As We Worship, was released on February 3, 2009. This album was a big success. It reached No. 3 on the Gospel Albums chart. It also appeared on the Independent Albums and Heatseekers Albums charts.
His second album, Arise, came out on November 8, 2011. This album was also very popular. It reached No. 1 on the Gospel Albums chart. It also made it to No. 61 on the Billboard 200 chart.
On November 5, 2013, he released his third album, Withholding Nothing. This album was another big hit. It reached No. 1 on the Gospel Albums chart. It also climbed to No. 28 on the Billboard 200. This album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Gospel Album. William McDowell was also nominated for Traditional Male Vocalist of the Year at the Stellar Awards. His album Withholding Nothing was nominated for Traditional CD of the Year.
His fourth album, Sounds of Revival, was released on January 22, 2016. It also reached No. 1 on the Gospel Albums chart.
Chart-Topping Albums
William McDowell has released several albums that have been very successful. Many of them have reached the top of the Gospel Albums chart.
- As We Worship (2009)
- Arise (2011)
- Withholding Nothing (2013)
- Sounds of Revival (2016)
- Sounds of Revival II: Deeper (2017)
- The Cry: A Live Worship Experience (2019)
These albums show his consistent success in gospel music.
Personal Life and Ministry
William McDowell was mentored by Ron Kenoly, a well-known musician. William worked as Ron Kenoly's music director. After college, he continued his mentorship with Sam Hinn. He served as a Worship Pastor at The Gathering Place Church.
In May 2009, William McDowell married LaTae. They live with their children outside of Orlando, Florida. Besides his music career, William McDowell is also a pastor. He leads the Deeper Fellowship church in Orlando, Florida.
