Ryan Stevenson is an American Christian singer born in 1979 in Bonanza, Oregon. A former paramedic for seven years, he is now signed to Gotee Records. His song "Eye of the Storm" spent fifteen weeks at number one on the American Christian charts and earned him a GMA Dove Award in 2017.
Ryan Stevenson grew up in Bonanza, a small rural town in Oregon, where he sang hymns from childhood. His mother, Phyllis, encouraged his passion for music and gave him his first guitar at eighteen, before passing away from bone cancer in 2009. After studying at Northwest Christian College in Eugene, Ryan Stevenson worked for seven years as a paramedic before devoting himself fully to music starting in 2003.
After several independent albums and EPs, he signed to Gotee Records, the label co-founded by TobyMac. His album "Fresh Start" (2015) featured the single "Eye of the Storm," which spent fifteen weeks at number one on the American Christian charts, was certified Platinum by the RIAA, and earned a GMA Dove Award in 2017. He has since released several albums, including "No Matter What" (2018), featuring a collaboration with Bart Millard of MercyMe, and the EP "Wilderness Diaries" in 2026.
- Origin
- Bonanza, Oregon, USA
- Style
- Contemporary Christian music (CCM)
- Active since
- 2003, first independent album in 2007
- Good to know
- "Eye of the Storm," fifteen weeks at number one and certified Platinum by the RIAA
How did Ryan Stevenson get started?
Ryan Stevenson grew up in a small rural town in Oregon, where his mother Phyllis encouraged his budding passion for music. After studying at Northwest Christian College, he worked as a paramedic for seven years, a job that confronted him early on with the fragility of life, before fully committing to music in 2003.
After several independent releases, he signed to Gotee Records, the label co-founded by TobyMac, and had his breakthrough in 2015 with the album "Fresh Start."
What makes Ryan Stevenson distinctive?
His background as a former paramedic, confronted daily with suffering before becoming an artist, runs through songs centered on trusting God through hardship. "Eye of the Storm," his biggest hit, is the clearest example: a song about God's presence at the very heart of the storm, which has found a lasting echo well beyond its release.
Where should you start with Ryan Stevenson?
Start with "Eye of the Storm," his signature song, then discover "Oklahoma" and "Different Kinda Love," two more recent tracks from his catalog.
songs
Eye of the Storm (A Decade Later)
A new version, ten years later, of his biggest hit: fifteen weeks at number one on the American Christian charts and certified Platinum by the RIAA.
Oklahoma
Single released in 2026, one of Ryan Stevenson's most recent tracks.
Different Kinda Love
A song from his recent catalog, carried by the Christian pop production that defines his style.
Discography
- 2026Wilderness Diaries· EP
- 2025Valley Lows, Mountain Highs
- 2023Able
- 2020Wildest Dreams
- 2018No Matter What
- 2015Fresh Start
- 2013Holding Nothing Back· EP
- 2012Champion of the World· EP
- 2011Yesterday, Today, Forever· EP
- 2010The Undiscovered
- 2007Running to You
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Ryan Stevenson?
Ryan Stevenson is an American Christian singer born in 1979 in Oregon, a former paramedic turned artist signed to Gotee Records, known for his song "Eye of the Storm."
Is Ryan Stevenson a Christian?
Yes, Ryan Stevenson is a contemporary Christian music artist and a former worship leader at Vertical Church.
What is Ryan Stevenson's best known song?
"Eye of the Storm" (2016) remains his biggest hit: fifteen weeks at number one on the American Christian charts and certified Platinum by the RIAA.
Was Ryan Stevenson a paramedic?
Yes, before devoting himself fully to music in 2003, Ryan Stevenson worked for seven years as a paramedic.
Where can you listen to Ryan Stevenson?
His music is available on all streaming platforms as well as on his official YouTube channel, where he posts music videos and lyric videos.
What is Ryan Stevenson's latest album?
His EP "Wilderness Diaries" came out in 2026, following the album "Valley Lows, Mountain Highs" in 2025.