2018 DMI graduate Audri Johnson has been nominated for a GRAMMY award for the third time. She won the GRAMMY for Best Roots Gospel Album in 2023.CLEVELAND, Miss. — Acclaimed audio engineer, producer, and musician Audri Johnson has once again been recognized by The Recording Academy with a GRAMMY® nomination for her contributions to Yolanda Adams’ powerhouse album Sunny Days. The project, featuring Johnson’s masterful engineering, guitar work, and programming, is up for Best Gospel Album at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards, celebrating its uplifting blend of contemporary gospel, soulful R&B, and timeless faith-driven anthems.
As a proud 2018 graduate and former employee of the Delta Music Institute (DMI) at Delta State University, Johnson’s technical prowess and creative vision have solidified her as a go-to collaborator for genre-defining artists. On Sunny Days, released in August 2024, she helped craft the infectious lead single “Church Doors” infusing the album with warmth, clarity, and spiritual depth that resonates deeply with listeners.
This marks Johnson’s third GRAMMY® nomination, following her 2023 win for Best Roots Gospel Album on The Urban Hymnal—a testament to her rising star in the gospel and roots music scenes.
“I’m grateful and I thank God for the opportunity,” said Johnson. “I’m going to continue to live and work in my purpose. I’m looking forward to what the future holds!”
Johnson, who performs as Lady Audri, recently dropped her soul-stirring single “Amen” on October 17. The Gospel R&B track, a powerful declaration of faith and perseverance, has already garnered praise for its soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics, co-written and performed alongside Bailey Hinton on piano. Fans can stream “Amen” now on all major platforms.
Looking ahead, Johnson is set to release her next single, “God Sent,” on November 28. This anticipated follow-up will be featured on the upcoming EP “Becoming a Lady” and promises more of her signature blend of modern gospel and R&B, exploring themes of divine purpose and unexpected grace. Stay tuned for pre-save links and exclusive previews coming soon.
The 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards ceremony is scheduled for February 8, 2026, in Los Angeles, broadcast live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. For more on Audri Johnson’s journey, follow @ladyaudri on social media.
The Delta Music Institute at Delta State University was recently named to Billboard magazine’s list of Top Music Business Schools for the fourth consecutive year. For more information on the DMI and its programs, visit www.deltastate.edu/business-aviation/delta-music-institute/.
