Award-Winning National Gospel Recording Artist Tied with Gospel Legend John P. Kee as the Stellar Gospel Music Awards Return Home to North Carolina
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KLP Music Enterprise
June 19, 2026
RALEIGH, N.C., June 19, 2026 /Standard Newswire/ — Award-winning national gospel recording artist and founder of KLP Music Enterprises, Kim Person is celebrating a career milestone after receiving seven nominations for the 2026 Stellar Gospel Music Awards, making her a 12-time Stellar Award nominee and placing her among this year’s most recognized artists.
As the Stellar Gospel Music Awards return to Charlotte, North Carolina, Person joins gospel legend John P. Kee with seven nominations, highlighting a significant moment for North Carolina gospel music and the state’s influence on the national stage.
The recognition follows a landmark season for Person. Her album Reflections reached No. 1 on the Luminate Current Gospel Albums Chart 10 times, debuted at No. 11 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums Chart, and finished No. 44 on Billboard’s Year-End Top Gospel Albums Chart. The project has generated more than 2.2 million streams, while “Your Love” earned Billboard and Mediabase Gospel Airplay Top 40 recognition and has surpassed 1.2 million streams.
Affectionately known as North Carolina’s Sweetheart of Gospel, Person has built a nationally recognized career through faith, resilience, and entrepreneurial vision. Through KLP Music Enterprises and a strategic marketing and promotional partnership with Blockbuster Records, her music continues reaching audiences nationwide.
“This moment means far more than awards,” said Person. “It represents years of faith and perseverance. North Carolina raised me, prayed for me, and believed in me. As the Stellar Awards return home, I hope my story reminds others to believe, keep building, and never give up on your dreams.”
Person will continue this exciting season with the release of her new single, “Surrender,” available July 3, 2026, on all major digital streaming platforms.
About Kim Person
Kim Person is an award-winning national gospel recording artist, a 12-time Stellar Award nominee, highlighted by seven nominations in 2026. Through music and ministry, she continues to inspire with a message of hope, resilience, and purpose.
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