Christian rock pillar Kutless has officially stepped into a bold new era of ministry and artistry with their latest single, “God I Don’t Know” (feat. Calsum), available now across all digital streaming and download platforms via New Legacy Records.
Marking the band’s historic first independent release following an iconic, 25-year relationship with BEC Recordings that began with their signing in late 2001 and their self-titled 2002 debut, “God I Don’t Know” serves as both a landmark milestone and a testament to fresh creative beginnings. The deeply personal track was co-written, recorded, and produced by Kutless frontman Jon Micah Sumrall alongside his son, Caleb Sumrall (performing under the stage moniker Calsum), creating an intergenerational sonic bridge that tackles doubt, perseverance, and unwavering faith.
Anchored in Hebrews 11:1 (“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen”), the single was born out of raw vulnerability during one of the most challenging seasons of the Sumrall family’s lives.
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“How do we navigate seasons where we feel alone and maybe even feel abandoned by God? Even throughout the Psalms we see this kind of questioning and lamenting,” shares Jon Micah Sumrall. “The past five years have been the hardest of my life, and our family has been through a lot. My son brought this chorus to me, asking, ‘God, where are you? Are You even there? Do You even care?’ We wanted to be honest with our struggles, but as we worked through it, I felt strongly that we needed to be reminded of the hope we have rooted in Christ.
“Caleb was still sitting in the place of wrestling, which led to a two-hour conversation about God, doubts, and faith,” Sumrall continues. “Faith is the bridge between where we are and what we know to be true. Once circumstances change, it’s no longer faith — it’s just facts. In that moment, we both had this terrible and wonderful opportunity to exercise true faith: to put our trust in God even when we couldn’t see how we’d get through. This song is a product of our journey and our daily decision to trust that He is there.”
The creative partnership proved to be deeply transformative for both father and son in the studio.
“It was such a privilege to get to write and record this song with my son,” adds Sumrall. “This has honestly been years in the making. As Caleb was growing, he was pushing me and reminding me of the passion I had for music when I was his age. His perspective shifted lyrics that I believe will connect deeply across multiple generations. I couldn’t be prouder of his heart and how hard he’s worked.”
The compelling story behind the track caught the attention of global movement I Am Second, who sat down with Jon Micah and Caleb Sumrall for an in-depth episode on the Live Second Journey podcast to explore their cross-generational creative bond, walking through deep valley seasons, and discovering genuine faith in the middle of hardship. Fans can watch their full conversation now on YouTube:
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Looking back on a quarter-century of chart-topping radio hits, over 3 million albums sold, and global tours, Sumrall reflects with deep appreciation on the foundation that launched Kutless into Christian rock history while looking forward to what lies ahead:
“I am super thankful for the many years with BEC Recordings. We wouldn’t be where we are today without the many years of working together. The modern landscape allows us to connect directly with listeners and operate with full agility. This song was our proof of concept — that we can forge our own path, own our music, and utilize partnerships more efficiently. It’s incredibly exciting to think about all the possibilities as we take this step.”
Long-time fans have plenty to anticipate heading into 2027. Fresh off a standout international performance at Germany’s Loud and Proud Festival this past September, Kutless is actively booking tour dates and in discussions with major summer festivals. In addition, the band is preparing to head back into the studio with a deep vault of newly written material co-crafted with Caleb Sumrall, signaling a steady rollout of new music on the horizon.
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