Born and raised in Cincinnati,Ohio, Brian picked up the guitar in his teens and played in a Christian pop/rock band in college.Majoring in electronic communications,he graduated planning on a career in radio broadcasting,but a part-time job as a youth pastor in a small town outside of Cincinnati soon became the focus of his life.
Brian spent 10 years in youth and music ministry,writing songs as a sideline before showing his songs to anyone in the music industry.He found immediate sucess, and by the late 80's had established himself as a premier songwriter with the Benson Music Group, now known as Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing. He has written for such artist as Avalon,4 Him, Point of Grace, Brian Littrell,Selah, The Crabb Family,All Star United, Greg Long,Larnelle Harris, Jaci Velasquez, Cliff Richard and many others. His writing has earned him twelve number 1 songs as well as 2 Dove Awards, one for Inspirational Song of the Year in 1994 for "Holding Out Hope to You", recorded by Michael English and the other for Southern Gospel Song of the Year in 2004 for 'The Promise" recorded by the Martins.
Delighted with the success that other artist were having with his songs, Brian nonetheless felt a call to do more, which led to the formation of Brian White and Justice. After recording 5 albums and spending 14 years on the road in full time touring and ministry he came off the road to spend more time writing and ministering on a local level.
He currently is a staff writer for Universal/Brentwood Benson Music Publishing in Nashville. In recent days he has expanded his writing into the country market and has found success there as well with songs being recorded by country super star Trace Adkins as well as Neal McCoy, Earl Scruggs, Charley Pride, Blackhawk and the multi-week 1 Smash, "Watching You" for Rodney Atkins which was named SESAC Country Song of the Year at the recent Awards Dinner.
The song continues to be a fan favorite and a radio smash as it earned the title of "Most Played Country Song of 2007" as well as just being nominated for SONG OF THE YEAR honors at the 2008 Academy of Country Music Awards, held in Las Vegas. Add to that yet another Dove Award Nomination for 2008 Country Song of the Year for "James White", a song recorded by country legend Earl Scruggs, and you have a man whose songs cross the lines that so many tend to draw.
Hi Brian: Really enjoyed the 2 workshops of yours that I attended at Songposium. It is always a great learning experience & you are such a pleasure. So down to earth & kind. Thank you for your time in teaching these & hope to see you next year. Have a great wedding day! Best Wishes. Sincerely, Carla Fanale
So nice to meet you and Karyn! Thanks for being so kind : ) You are both so lovely and talented!!! God Bless! Look forward to seeing more of you both in the future!
Hi Brian...great meeting you at Bluebird a week or so ago. I would love to get your feedback on some work. Please let me know if I can send it to you. Thanks!
Hello Brian, Glad to have you for a friend, You have got real great music there, great sound. Proud to have you on my page. Stop by and say hello anytime you are all ways welcome. Thanks and God bless
Hi Brian: Saw you on GAC last night. Congratulations on your engagement. I wish you both all the best for a happy, healthy future. Hope to see you at Songposium again this year. Take care & stay safe. Sincerely, Carla
"WELL, THE LEAST THAT I CAN DO" is reach out to my brother tell him that he is job that's true! :-))))))) THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! You were awesome today, dude! Everybody was talking about it after you left. We all want you back again. You and Karyn both!! You got a good one there!!! May God Bless both of you as you seek to encourage others and inspire people with your songs.
I will be in touch!! we have an outdoor thing next month... I might just push for ANOTHER one before summer is over and have you both back for that event!!!
Brian I really want to say how great the new December Radio song is, they are one of my favorite groups. And also Congratulations on the other wonderful happenings in your life.A joy to witness your blessings Brother
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