Chuck Girard


Chuck Girard was an American musician, considered a pioneer of Contemporary Christian music. He moved to Santa Rosa, California in his early teens, becoming a band member of the Castells and later the surf-rock band The Hondells.
In 1970, Girard, along with John Mehler, became a founding member of Love Song, one of the first Jesus Music groups in the United States.
In 1975, Girard became a solo artist after leaving Love Song. He wrote and performed the songs "Sometimes Alleluia" and "Rock 'N' Roll Preacher"; both were featured on his debut album Chuck Girard. It also featured the band Ambrosia prominently throughout. Girard in turn was featured on Ambrosia's albums Ambrosia and Somewhere I've Never Travelled, though the albums' credits do not indicate which tracks he contributed to or in what capacity.
He was the father of Alisa Childers, a member of the former Christian girl group ZOEgirl and Christian apologist.
In 2024, Girard was diagnosed with stage IV cancer that had metastasized to his lungs. He was taken off chemotherapy as it was ineffective. Girard died on August 11, 2025, at the age of 81.

Discography

Secular albums

Singles

The Castells
  • "Make Believe Wedding" US No. 98
  • "Sacred" US No. 20
  • "So This Is Love" US No. 21
The Hondells
  • "Little Honda" US: #9
  • "My Buddy Seat" US: #87
  • "Younger Girl" US: #52

With Love Song

  • Love Song
  • Final Touch
  • "Feel the Love"
  • "Welcome Back"

Solo albums

  • Chuck Girard
  • Glow in the Dark
  • Written on the Wind
  • Take it Easy
  • The Stand
  • The Name Above All Names
  • Fire & Light
  • Voice of the Wind
  • Heart of Christmas
  • Evening Shadows
  • "Moonrise Serenade"

Compilations