If there’s one thing that can transform your day, calm your heart and renew your faith, it’s listening to good Catholic music.
Whether it’s during a moment of prayer, while commuting, or even when you’re taking a break from the rush, songs with a spiritual message really resonate.
And if you, like me, like to maintain this connection with God through music, then you’ll like the tips I’m going to give you today: apps to listen to Catholic music, with an emphasis on internationally known singers.
I usually start my day by listening to a hymn. While I’m making the kids’ coffee or heading out to work, I play background music with songs from the Church.
This helps me stay focused, calm my mind and remember why I do everything with love. And thanks to technology, today we can carry these songs in our pockets — literally.
Best apps to listen to Catholic music
Spotify
Spotify is, without a doubt, one of the most complete apps when it comes to music. And yes, it’s also great for Catholic music.
You will find ready-made playlists, organized by moments (worship, mass, morning prayer, meditation), as well as entire albums by the biggest names in world Catholic music.
Some of the best-known international artists you will find there:
Matt Maher – Canadian, he is one of the strongest names in contemporary Catholic music. His songs, such as “Lord, I Need You” and “Your Grace Is Enough”, are sung all over the world.
Audrey Assad – American singer and songwriter, with a soft voice and deep lyrics. Her songs are perfect for moments of meditation.
Father Rob Galea – Australian priest whose songs mix faith, youth and a more modern touch. He is great for connecting young people to spirituality.
John Michael Talbot – one of the pioneers of Catholic music in the USA. His songs are more classical, with calm arrangements and often used in moments of silent prayer.
And of course, Spotify also has our beloved Brazilian representatives, such as Fr. Fábio de Melo, Adriana Arydes, Davidson Silva, Anjos de Resgate and Tony Allysson, who also have listeners all over the world, especially in Portuguese-speaking communities.
Vatican Media (Vatican News app)
This app is not just about music, but also broadcasts masses and events directly from the Vatican.
But do you know what’s most beautiful? They often include liturgical chants in Latin or songs performed by Church choirs.
It’s a way to feel the universal spirituality of the Church, connecting us directly with Rome.
Hallow
Hallow is a Catholic meditation and prayer app that is very well-known in the US. But what many people don’t know is that it also offers soundtracks and meditative music based on the Christian faith.
It has songs sung by Audrey Assad and other artists, used for moments of contemplation, Bible reading and praying the rosary.
YouTube Music
This is the ideal app for those who enjoy watching live videos and performances in churches and religious events.
I found concerts with Andrea Bocelli there, who, although better known for opera, has beautiful Catholic interpretations, such as the Ave Maria and the Our Father (The Lord’s Prayer), which he sings with transcendent emotion.
YouTube Music is also great for finding rare recordings by singers such as Dana Scallon (from Ireland) and John Angotti (from the USA), as well as famous Catholic choirs, such as the Sistine Chapel Choir, which maintains the liturgical tradition with beauty and reverence.
Deezer
Deezer is also an excellent choice. It has channels and playlists specifically focused on Christian and Catholic music.
I really like how it separates the tracks by theme: songs for worship, for the rosary, for moments of praise with the family.
I recently discovered a playlist called Catholic Mass Songs on Deezer, featuring liturgical songs used in masses around the world.
Listening to “Panis Angelicus” sung by Luciano Pavarotti, for example, is spine-chilling.
A personal experience
I remember one time, coming back from a long work trip, feeling exhausted and emotionally drained.
At the airport, I put on my headphones and played “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)” by Matt Redman — a song that, although evangelical, is also often played in Catholic settings.
I was moved. It was like a hug from God at that moment. And all of this was on my phone, thanks to a simple music app.
Catholic music has a power that goes beyond art. It feeds the soul, brings comfort and reconnects us with what is most sacred.
And with the right apps, you can have this spiritual treasure with you wherever you go: on the bus, in line at the grocery store, before going to bed or right after waking up.
Choose the app that suits you best — Spotify, Deezer, YouTube Music, Vatican Media or Hallow — and allow yourself to immerse yourself in this experience of sung faith. Because, in the end, as Saint Augustine said: “
Click here to download the apps!