Hailing from California, Peter Burton is a singer-songwriter and worship leader whose
songs seek to lead people to hope. His music tells the story of challenges that come
with the human experience, instantly creating a sense of familiarity with others and
pointing them to the faithfulness of God through lyric and melody.
Growing up as an overcomer of mental illness, Burton experienced the beauty of how
blessing and suffering can go hand in hand and how faith can transcend feelings. His
message is Hope personified in Jesus Christ – the foundation on which his life and
artistry have blossomed.
Burton’s journey started many years ago in his local church. When music kept him
connected to God through turbulent younger years, he found that his heart for
songwriting and creativity could be expressed in worship. Since then, he has been
leading worship and now seeks to also bring the hope he has found to people outside of
church walls.
From touring and writing songs with CCM artist Lincoln Brewster to helping start
Thrive Worship, Burton has been around the professional music industry for many
years. He contributed to their first album which resonated with many and charted
at #1 on Billboard charts.
After several years and projects with the band, he recently stepped into following the
call to solo artistry, releasing music from his journey. His debut single, “IT’S A GOOD
TIME TO PRAISE,” established Burton’s energetic

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