A Historic Farewell and a Surprising Collaboration
Brandon Lake is wrapping up his King of Hearts Tour, marking the end of a significant chapter in his career. The five-time Grammy winner is also making waves with an unexpected collaboration with pop star Nick Jonas, adding to the excitement of the final night.
The tour, which has spanned 48 cities, is one of the most extensive headlining tours in Christian music history. The finale is set to take place at Credit One Stadium in Charleston, South Carolina. The event starts at 7:00 PM local time, with gates opening at 5:30 PM. Fans from around the world can tune in for the entire show through a free livestream starting at 7:45 PM ET on YouTube and at kingofhearts.live.
On the same day as the final concert, Lake and Nick Jonas have released a surprise two-song project titled ‘The Author.’ This collaboration, released on May 1, 2026, features Lake singing in falsetto over an acoustic guitar, with Jonas joining on the second verse. The project also includes a remix of ‘Hope,’ originally from Jonas’ solo album ‘Sunday Best.’
Throughout the King of Hearts Tour, special guests Pat Barrett and Franni Cash have joined Lake on select dates, including tonight’s finale. Beyond the tour, Lake’s studio album ‘King of Hearts’ will be released on June 13, 2026. The record features 16 songs, all co-written by Lake himself. Standout track ‘Hard Fought Hallelujah’ has already crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100 and topped Christian radio charts.
With a new album arriving in June and fresh collaborations already out, Lake’s 2026 is only gaining momentum from here.
Brandon Lake’s Growing List of 2026 Releases
Outside the tour, Brandon Lake has been actively releasing music throughout 2026. ‘The Jesus I Know Now’ with Lainey Wilson was released on April 3, 2026, followed by ‘When a Cowboy Prays’ with Cody Johnson in January 2026. He has also collaborated with Bailey Zimmerman on ‘Just Believe,’ with writing sessions ongoing alongside artists like Thomas Rhett, HARDY, and Dan and Shay.
Lake’s live schedule continues well beyond tonight’s finale. Later 2026 dates include South Bend, Indiana, in August and Saratoga Springs, New York, in September, alongside festival appearances. Tonight’s free global livestream closes a record-breaking tour on a high note. Lake’s reach, on stage and online, continues to grow.
Final Thoughts
As Brandon Lake closes his ‘King of Hearts’ Tour with a surprise Nick Jonas collab, fans are buzzing with excitement. The combination of a historic farewell and a new musical venture highlights Lake’s versatility and growing influence in the music industry. What are your thoughts on this exciting development? Let us know in the comments.
