28X STELLAR AWARD WINNER & GRAMMY NOMINATED PASTOR MIKE JR.
DEBUTS AT #1 ON THE BILLBOARD GOSPEL DIGITAL SONG SALES CHART
WITH VIRAL BRAND-NEW TRACK HE CAN
HE CAN UPSEATS A.I GENERATED MUSIC TO SECURE #1 SPOT
HE CAN AVAILABLE NOW WHEREVER MUSIC IS SOLD AND STREAMED
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NEWS SOURCE: Cr8 Agency
February 24, 2026
BIRMINGHAM, AL (Wednesday, February 25) – 28x Stellar Award winner and GRAMMY nominated triple-threat, Pastor Mike Jr. (PMJ), has once again proven the power of faith filled music in the digital era. His latest single, “He Can,” debuts at #1 on the Billboard Gospel Digital Song Sales Chart, marking another milestone in an already groundbreaking career. The single’s immediate impact propelled it to the top of the digital sales chart upon release, underscoring Pastor Mike Jr.’s unique ability to connect spiritual conviction with contemporary sound and a testament of PMJ’s loyal fanbase. “He Can” is available now wherever music is sold and streamed.
“He Can” is a bold declaration of unwavering faith and divine possibility, reminding listeners that no situation is beyond God’s reach. The song encourages believers to keep the faith, praise God through every season, and trust Him beyond circumstances.
For Pastor Mike Jr., the mission behind “He Can” was clear: Honor God, Bless and Inspire People and Upseat AI-Generated Music. In tandem with the release, PMJ launched a bold and headline-grabbing social media initiative titled “PMJ vs AI.” The campaign challenges the growing presence of AI-generated artists and songs dominating Christian and Gospel music charts. The campaign spotlights a critical and timely industry conversation: the increasing volume of AI-generated songs entering the Gospel and Christian marketplace — and competing directly against human artists. PMJ has been vocal about his desire to see a separate chart category for AI-generated music, ensuring that human creatives are not unfairly competing with algorithm-driven content.
“This is bigger than me,” says Pastor Mike Jr. “I’m fighting for every creative, every songwriter, every producer, and every real artist who puts their heart and soul into their music. Gospel music comes from experience. It comes from prayer. It comes from testimony. There is nothing God can’t do — and no machine can replicate what God breathes into a human spirit.”
Dubbed “The New King of Urban Inspiration,” Pastor Mike Jr. has scored seven consecutive number-one singles on Billboard’s National Gospel Airplay chart. His breakoutsingle “B!G” was recognized as Billboard’s #1 Gospel Airplay Song of 2020. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Rock City Church in Birmingham, AL.
Follow Pastor Mike Jr. on social media using the handle @PastorMikeJr.
About Pastor Mike Jr.
Grammy® Award nominated and multiple Stellar Award–winning artist Pastor Mike Jr. is one of Gospel music’s most dynamic and innovative voices. Known for his energetic delivery, empowering messages, and culture-shifting campaigns, PMJ continues to bridge ministry and mainstream impact — inspiring audiences worldwide through music, faith, and fearless leadership. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Rock City Church in Birmingham, AL; and also the founder of Rock City Media Group.
About Rock City Media Group
Rock City Media Group is a faith-based multimedia and production company founded by Pastor Mike Jr.. Created to expand ministry beyond the pulpit and into global media platforms, the company specializes in music production, digital content creation, live event production, branding, and strategic storytelling within the Gospel and Christian marketplace.
Built on a foundation of excellence, authenticity, and innovation, Rock City Media Group supports chart-topping releases, culture-shifting campaigns, and high-impact creative initiatives that blend faith and culture. The company is committed to amplifying real voices, championing human creativity, and producing content that honors God while inspiring audiences worldwide.
Through forward-thinking strategy and purpose-driven execution, Rock City Media Group continues to shape the future of faith-centered media and entertainment.
About Re:Think
Re:Think Music is an innovative and modern approach to artist-friendly label services, data analysis, and content strategy. Re:Think serves artists and labels, aiming to grow their audiences and enhance listener engagement, while keeping ownership in the hands of the artist.
About Capitol Christian Music Group:
Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) is the world’s leading Christian Music company and market leader in recorded music and music publishing. CCMG operates several divisions, including CCMG Label Group, Sparrow Records, Motown Gospel, Tamla Records, ForeFront Records, sixstepsrecords, Jesus Culture, Commercial Partnerships and CCMG Publishing. CCMG is home to artists Chris Tomlin, Amy Grant, TobyMac, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tauren Wells, Anne Wilson, Jeremy Camp, We the Kingdom, Tye Tribbett, Crowder, Josiah Queen and many others. Capitol CMG Publishing, in addition to publishing most of the CCMG labels’ premier artist/writers, represents many of the leading writers in Christian/Gospel including Ben Glover, Ed Cash, Tommee Profitt, Kirk Franklin, Jeff Pardo and many more. Key Distribution and Publishing Administration partners include Primary Wave/The Gaither Music Group, Centricity Music, Maranatha Music, The Belonging Co, and Getty Music. Led by Brad O’Donnell and a strong executive team of long-time Christian and Gospel music veterans, CCMG is characterized by a passionate commitment to their artists, songwriters, customers, business partners, and one another, as well as a strong spirit of community service.
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