Doug Anderson

Doug Anderson (born August 31, 1973 in Anderson, Indiana) is an American contemporary Christian singer. He is best known as Ernie Haase & Signature Sound's long time baritone since the quartet's formation. He took a break from the group in 2015 to pursue a solo career, but has returned as of November 2021.

Early life Anderson was born August 31, 1973, in Indiana, United States. As a youth at Lapel High School (the former building, that is), Doug played sports including basketball. He graduated in 1992. At Purdue University, he found a spot on the basketball team.

Career

He turned toward music during college, joining a quartet called Lighthouse. One day, Lighthouse met a group called the Cathedral Quartet, which featured Ernie Haase. A while later, Haase set out on his own and invited Anderson to join him. Ernie Haase & Signature Sound officially formed in 2003. Anderson released his debut album "Dreamin' Wide Awake", on May 3, 2011. Doug formed part of the American Christian music trio Cana's Voice in 2016. They released their debut album This Changes Everything the same year. It was followed by Live at Champion Forest and Don't Wanna Miss This, in 2017 and 2019 respectively.

Personal life Anderson and his wife, who were high school sweethearts, married in August 1998. Michele and Doug have two daughters, Isabel and Emma. Doug's wife shares his love for sports.

Discography

Dreamin' Wide Awake (2011) Feeling At Home: Back Porch Sessions (2013) Drive (2014) The Only One (2016) Back Porch Christmas (2017) The Back Porch Sessions 2 (2020)

Awards Anderson was nominated for Male Vocalist of the Year in 2011 by the Gospel Music Association. Doug has been honored by GMA Dove Award wins, including Country Album of the Year twice and Country Song of the Year as well as several nominations for Album of the Year (with Ernie Haase & Signature Sound).

GMA Dove Awards Year Category Nominee / Work Result Ref. 2011 Male Vocalist of the Year Himself 2012 Country Album of the Year Dreamin' Wide Awake Country Recorded Song of the Year Dreamin' Wide Awake 2014 Country Album of the Year Drive Country Recorded Song of the Year Love With Open Arms 2017 Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of The Year Little White Church House