Planetboom

Planetboom, also styled as planetboom, is an Australian contemporary worship band and youth ministry based in Melbourne, Victoria. The group emerged from the youth ministry of Planetshakers Church and was created to develop a fresh expression of worship music aimed particularly at teenagers and young adults. Rather than being built around one lead performer, planetboom operates as a collective of young musicians, songwriters and vocalists who lead worship as part of the wider Planetshakers ministry.

The group began developing its identity in the mid-2010s, with its first recorded music appearing in 2016. From the beginning, planetboom’s purpose has been closely tied to youth ministry. The group seeks to create contemporary Christian music that speaks directly to younger listeners while encouraging them to develop a personal relationship with God. Its music incorporates contemporary worship alongside elements of pop, electronic music and Christian hip-hop.

Planetboom gained wider attention with songs including “New Levels,” “Praise Over Problems,” “Jesus Over Everything,” “Lemme Tellya,” “Run To You,” “Till the Walls Come Down” and “Sound of Victory.” Its debut full-length album, Jesus Over Everything, was released in 2019, followed by projects including You, Me, the Church, That’s Us and Sound of Victory. The group continues to function as an important part of Planetshakers’ international youth ministry.

Quick Facts

Formation and Background

Planetboom developed within Planetshakers Church in Melbourne as part of the church’s youth ministry. Planetshakers itself grew from the Planetshakers youth movement and became an international Christian ministry known for its conferences, worship music and church network.

The creation of planetboom gave the youth ministry its own musical identity. Rather than simply reproducing the sound of the established Planetshakers band, the team was encouraged to explore music that would connect with a younger generation.

The group’s formation was also connected to the wider mission of Planetshakers, which is centered on empowering generations to reach other generations. Planetboom became an expression of that mission among teenagers and young adults, using music and youth gatherings as a way to communicate Christian faith in a contemporary setting.

Early Music and Development

Planetboom’s earliest music emerged in 2016. One of its first notable appearances came through “Here Comes the Revival,” which was included on Planetshakers’ Overflow: Live project.

The following year, planetboom released “New Levels” and “Praise Over Problems.” These early songs helped establish the group’s energetic approach to worship and introduced the collective to a growing audience beyond its local youth ministry.

“New Levels” was particularly significant in the group’s development. The song was written by Andy Harrison and Josh Ham for the annual planetboom camp in 2017. According to Harrison, the song marked an important moment in the formation of the band’s musical identity and demonstrated the potential of the emerging planetboom sound.

The group continued releasing music in 2018, including “Jesus Over Everything” and “Lemme Tellya.” These releases increasingly established planetboom as a distinct youth-oriented worship act rather than simply an extension of the main Planetshakers band.

Breakthrough with Jesus Over Everything

The biggest early milestone in planetboom’s career came with “Jesus Over Everything.” Released as a single in 2018, the song presented a direct message aimed at young people, encouraging them to place Jesus above the pressures, expectations and competing influences of contemporary culture.

The song became the title track of planetboom’s first full-length album, Jesus Over Everything, which was released in 2019. The 11-track project included “Lemme Tellya,” “Praise Over Problems,” “Run To You,” “New Levels,” “Everything x Everything,” “I Belong” and both live and studio versions of “Jesus Over Everything.”

The album established several of the characteristics that would remain associated with planetboom: energetic worship, youth-focused songwriting, contemporary production and a strong emphasis on personal faith. Rather than attempting to imitate traditional church music, the group created songs that reflected the musical language of the generation it was trying to reach.

Musical Style and Influences

Planetboom’s sound is built around contemporary worship but incorporates a broad range of modern influences. Pop, electronic dance music and Christian hip-hop can be heard alongside more conventional praise and worship arrangements.

This musical flexibility is closely connected to the group’s purpose. Planetboom was created to communicate with younger listeners, so its songs frequently use direct language and contemporary production while maintaining explicitly Christian themes.

The group’s lyrics often address issues that young people encounter in everyday life, including identity, pressure, fear, temptation, relationships and the search for purpose. At the same time, the songs consistently return to themes of faith, hope, God’s presence and devotion to Jesus.

This combination of contemporary sound and accessible worship has helped planetboom become particularly effective in youth gatherings, camps and church environments.

Major Releases and Songs

Following Jesus Over Everything, planetboom continued developing its catalogue with further releases. Among its notable projects is You, Me, the Church, That’s Us, released in 2022. The project continued the group’s emphasis on youth-oriented worship while expanding its musical range.

The group’s catalogue includes songs such as “New Levels,” “Praise Over Problems,” “Jesus Over Everything,” “Lemme Tellya,” “Run To You,” “I Belong,” “Till the Walls Come Down,” “Saints,” “Arriba!” and “Praise Break.”

In 2024, planetboom released Sound of Victory. The project continued the group’s live and contemporary worship approach and included songs designed for energetic congregational settings.

Planetboom has also continued releasing individual singles and live recordings. More recent music includes “Only One Me,” “L O V E,” “All Around The World,” “Till the Wall Come Down (Live)” and “Praise God.”

Ministry and International Reach

Planetboom’s identity is inseparable from its role within Planetshakers Church. The group is not simply a commercial recording act but part of a wider youth ministry that uses music, camps, school programs and regular youth gatherings to reach teenagers.

The group leads young people in worship through Planetshakers’ youth ministry and has participated in the wider international activity of the Planetshakers movement. Planetboom’s music has consequently reached audiences far beyond Melbourne, with its recordings available internationally and its songs being used by young Christians in different countries.

Andy Harrison has played a particularly important leadership role within planetboom. As the group’s leader and a pastor within Planetshakers Church, he has helped shape its musical and ministry direction. Harrison is also a drummer and songwriter and has been involved with Planetshakers for many years.

Current Career and Influence

Planetboom remains active as part of the Planetshakers youth ministry and continues to produce contemporary Christian and worship music. The group’s official catalogue currently includes releases extending from its early singles through Jesus Over Everything, You, Me, the Church, That’s Us and Sound of Victory, alongside newer singles and live recordings.

The group’s importance lies in the way it has helped bridge the gap between youth ministry and contemporary Christian music. Instead of treating young people simply as an audience for established worship music, planetboom has developed a musical identity with young people at the center of its creative process.

Its influence can therefore be measured not only through recordings but also through its role in discipling and encouraging a younger generation of worshippers. By combining modern musical styles with explicitly Christian songwriting, planetboom has become one of the clearest youth-focused expressions of the Planetshakers movement and continues to pursue its goal of empowering young people to influence their generation through faith, worship and music.