How Elevation Rhythm Found Its Sound w/ Josh Holiday

What does it actually look like to build a new sound in worship ministry? In this episode, Keith sits down with Josh Holiday to talk about the creative journey behind Elevation Rhythm, the story behind songs like "Goodbye Yesterday" and the challenge of building something fresh inside an already established ministry. But this conversation goes deeper than music. Josh shares why community has to come before platform, how to develop young worship leaders with grace and why courage matters so much when God is asking you to create something that people do not understand yet. If you are a worship leader, musician, songwriter, or creative serving inside someone else's vision, this episode will encourage you to stay faithful, stay humble, and keep showing up. Listen now and share this episode with someone on your team who needs this reminder.   About Josh Holiday Josh Holiday is a songwriter, producer, and creative leader based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He serves on the team at Elevation Church and is widely known as the creative force behind Elevation Rhythm, the youth-driven worship movement connected to Elevation Worship. Josh has helped shape some of the most recognizable songs coming out of the next generation of worship music, including tracks like Goodbye Yesterday and other Rhythm favorites that have connected with young people and churches around the world. His work blends fresh production, honest songwriting, and a deep commitment to serving the local church. Beyond writing and producing, Josh is passionate about building healthy creative culture. At Elevation Church he works closely with the worship and creative teams, helping develop songs, artists, and environments where creativity and spiritual formation can thrive. In this episode of the Worship Online Podcast, Josh shares the story behind Elevation Rhythm, the creative process behind their music, and what it looks like to lead in some rooms while choosing to follow in others.   Mentioned in the Episode Josh's favorite Rhythm song - Quiet Goodbye Yesterday Worship Online is your new secret weapon for preparing each week. With detailed song tutorials and resources, you and your team will save hours every single week, and remove the stress from preparing for a set. Try a free 2-week subscription at WorshipOnline.com and see the transformation! If you like what you hear, please leave us a review! Also, shoot us an e-mail at [email protected]. We want to know how we can better serve you and your church through this podcast The Worship Online Podcast is produced by Worship Online in Nashville, TN.