Watermark (band)
| Company type | Musical duo |
|---|---|
| Industry | Contemporary Christian music |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Founder | Nathan Nockels, Christy Nockels |
| Defunct | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Brentwood , United States |
| Products | Music albums |
| Parent | Rocketown Records |
Watermark was a Contemporary Christian music duo consisting of the married couple Nathan and Christy Nockels. Their recordings were released through Rocketown Records, a label owned by Michael W. Smith.
History
Originally known as Sons and Daughters, Nathan and Christy collaborated with friends Charlie and Kimber Hall, producing the albums Holy Roar in 1995 and Open Me Up in 1997. In the same year, the couple began leading worship sessions at Metro Bible Study held at Houston's First Baptist Church, which marked the official formation of Watermark.
In 1998, Rocketown Records signed the duo and issued their self-titled album, which closely resembled Open Me Up. Their follow-up project, All Things New (2000), remains one of their most recognized releases. They continued with albums like Constant (2002) and The Purest Place (2004); the latter garnered nominations for Inspirational Album of the Year and Female Vocalist at the GMA Music Awards.
Their last album with Rocketown, A Grateful People (2006), was captured live at their church in Brentwood, Tennessee. This record includes collaborations with artists such as Point of Grace, Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, and Shane and Shane.
Nathan Nockels has contributed as a producer on significant works including live recordings from the Passion Conference (2005, 2006), Watermark’s The Purest Place, and Rita Springer's I Have To Believe. The duo toured extensively both independently and alongside acts like Point of Grace and Michael W. Smith.
Michael W. Smith has commended Christy for her influential role in worship leadership, emphasizing the important contributions both Nathan and Christy have made to Rocketown Records.
Following Watermark’s disbandment, Christy launched a solo career with her debut album Life Light Up in 2009 under sixstepsrecords. The couple continues their involvement with Passion Conferences and relocated to Atlanta in 2008 to help establish Passion City Church.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Watermark (1998)
- All Things New (2000)
- Constant (2002)
- The Purest Place (2004)
- Live albums
- A Grateful People (2006)
Watermark’s repertoire includes notable tracks featured on various compilations such as "O Come Emmanuel," "In the Garden/There Is None Like You," "Breathe," "Grace Flows Down," and "Breath of God."