The Gospel Music Association's 44th Annual Dove Awards returned to Nashville this year to honor a host of recording artists in all genres of Christian music. Hosted by Amy Grant and Kirk Franklin, the performance showcased artists such as TobyMac, Big Daddy Weave, Sidewalk Prophets, Lecrae and newcomer Colton Dixon.

TobyMac walked away with the coveted Artist of the Year honors, and "10,000 Reasons (Bless My Soul)" by Matt Redman was named Song of the Year, beating out 20 others including "Forgiveness," "Live Like That" and "Redeemed."

A resident of Franklin, Tenn., TobyMac also won the award for Contemporary Song of the Year and has gained a reputation for working alongside up- and-coming artist. He talked about his experiences with these new performers and how they motivate him to be a stronger artist himself.Read more