Followers of American Idol could bear in mind Phil Stacey’s unforgettable audition in 2006–the similar day his daughter McKayla was born. Quick ahead to 2025, and the father-daughter duo has not solely shared the Idol stage however is now releasing their first collaboration, a strong track with a message of affection, compassion, and religion.
“It is so particular to have the ability to share an expertise like this together with your child,” says Phil, who completed within the High 6 of American Idol Season 6. “Individuals who bear in mind my season watched me miss her beginning once I auditioned. Then, the second she’s eligible, we’re immediately on the present collectively.” The pair appeared on the present collectively in 2024, when McKayla auditioned.
For Phil and McKayla, “Extra Like Him” is not only a song–it’s a mission.
“We have been desirous to do a track collectively, however we wished it to be particular, a life assertion. Like, if we spent our lives and will solely say one factor, what would that be? This track captures what has pushed us, sustains us, and continues to encourage us–and that’s the individual and work of Jesus and the invitation to proceed His mission right here on earth,” mentioned Phil Stacey.
“I grew up watching my dad do exhibits world wide and fell in love with music due to the best way it is capable of carry individuals right into a single second and a shared coronary heart,” says McKayla Stacey. “With all of the division and negativity round us, we wished our track to ask individuals right into a shared coronary heart of affection and compassion, and I feel ‘Extra Like Him’ does that.”
Including to its significance, “Extra Like Him” was written particularly for Protected Households for Youngsters, a non-profit group devoted to defending kids and holding households collectively. Phil and McKayla can be performing a collection of live shows this yr to lift consciousness and assist for the trigger.
Produced by Sam Hart and launched beneath Missions Coalition Music Group, “Extra Like Him” is offered now on all streaming platforms.
