Hillsong United's Taya Gaukrodger & Jad Gillies - on Rest, Family & Marriage + the 'People' Album

In this sit-down interview, Taya Gaukrodger and Jad Gillies chat to Hope 103.2’s Laura Bennett about all things Hillsong United. They talk about the new album ‘People’, reflect on the early days of United, and why in recent times they all needed a break-as well as the effect that season had on their music and ministry. Taya also chats about her marriage to Ben Gaukrodger, and why he got the tick of approval from her United “brothers”.
_______________________________________________
Let's be friends!
Facebook: / hope103.2
Instagram: @sydneyshope1032 ( / sydneyshope1032 )
Twitter: @hope1032 ( / hope1032 )
Website: hope1032.com.au/

[@TN-ow7yd]

Taya voice brought me closer to Him. I adore her. wish her voice will reach to those in the darkest place who needs a guiding light. ❤

[@abbiezuena]

Love Taya. Her voice is just amazing. Thank God I have lived in this generation and have witnessed His Name being glorified and worshipped with such uplifting songs.

[@valeriaochoa3904]

Am i the only one who feel a lot of peace listening them? Hillsong united guys really have a beautiful heart

[@Maximising22]

Valeria Ochoa ✋

[@youhavethisnametoo]

yes your the only you hypocrite...

[@kusasiraroanld4524]

I also do, I feel so

[@neecey2222]

Are there two different groups within the group? Tayá in one Brooke in one?

[@mollymulama2065]

It seems like you know them have you ever come in contact with Taya or any of them?😅 Just curious

[@leon-cliffordkibet8049]

Jad and Taya, uniquely gifted voices

[@dennisojiambo2186]

Love Taya she's gifted , her voice is amazing when I listen to her singing I always feel the presence of God....good job Hillsong United

[@raymarobedoza3461]

Dennis Ojiambo the presence of God cannot be felt but can be known only.the power can be felt not the presence.

[@dennisojiambo2186]

@@raymarobedoza3461 just expressed my experience....be blessed

[@cryptohornbill9658]

She is Amazing.

[@sundaymorris2480]

@@dennisojiambo2186 ;

[@veertanatasha5080]

I WILL NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER WANT TO LEAVE HER IF I MEET HER.BECAUSE TAYA IS SOOOOO CUTE.

[@Icetears94]

Taya’s songs help me with my depression. Feel her love for God and God’s love for us through her voice 🤩

[@yolandelauresambou7311]

Hello to you who scrolls in the comments, I do not know who you are but I would like to give you good news that will change the course of your life only if you just take the time to read this message. You may be tired, you have already felt depressed, the things you do don’t give you any satisfaction; you do the same things as everyone else but when you find yourself alone, you see that these things give you neither joy nor peace, but always a void in you; and you wonder where your life is going. I would like to tell you that it is today when you read this message that your life will change because Jesus Christ loves you and He is the one who will fill this void if you take the time even five minutes where you are to call him into your life. He wants to fill your life, he wants to give you joy, to free you from all these weights because He loves you and He died to deliver you from all your burdens. Be blessed !

[@26Richardny]

Well you cannot lose Taya if the band changes. Her voice is what brought me to the band and it fills me with the holy spirit. There is no other voice in the world like hers.

[@HeatherSavonne]

As a worship leader myself, I look up to them obviously! But it’s their genuine love for God that beams louder than their voices! You can only worship what you put MUCH higher than yourself! God is our most high! Wooooo! 🙏🏽😭

[@wellbuccat7312]

Taya she's so beautiful with amazing voice.. I love all her songs...

[@visionofLOVEstory]

Taya has such a kind soul

[@mwariwamurimi8937]

My all time favorite worshiper taya, i always feel the presence of God when i listen to you singing, God bless you.

[@wellebienaime2786]

Taya don't change, you are a gift of God for the christian people all over the world.

[@syahrianto]

When I suspected as covid 19, i listen to Hill song, "what a beautiful name", and then suddenly, I'm crying when sing this song. God gave me strength, now I'm feel better, Thanks Jesus Christ. Love Hill Song United.

[@lalatianaangele853]

Love you Taya your voice is very Amazing (grace to grace)

[@dianaangue5537]

I listen to Hillsong everyday. You guys have help me go through very difficult time. Stay on God side and be blessed!

[@vickie3359]

haha, Thank you, Taya for pronouncing your name. It always gets stuck when I am praying for you and I just say Smith lol. God gets it, I am sure lol

[@maryyiga7505]

I have been listening to highlands for the past few months and this past month losing my dad and grandma just allowed me to have words through a song that my heart feels . In highlands and valleys I will trust

[@cathrinerameetse]

Amen! Keep on pressing my Sister in Christ!!!!! God will always be faithful. I pray that He grants you comfort. The Lord is with you.

[@tobiolatunji1415]

Stay strong, God is with you!

[@annomaly751]

so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad and grandma Mary. I pray the Shalom of God over you and I’m sure your dad and grandma are in the heavens looking down so proud of you knowing that every day you are doing best you can. Do something nice for yourself today. God bless Mary 🙏

[@HeatherSavonne]

Highlands is amazing! Keep listening to it sweetie

[@CrystalNicole13]

No less God within the shadows🖤

[@Klar1994]

Hillsong United is such a blessing to the body of Christ around the world. I love how they just remained men and women of integrity, honesty, and humility even a big responsibility is upon their lives. And even more how they look in the future even it is still a great unknown - just full of hope and faith and joy. Thank you UNITED!! Such an inspiration

[@marjorietrujillo4422]

Had Giilles, a quiet powerhouse member of “great” Hillsong United team!! Every crew needs at least one or more...Love it they are back together in the new album. “the People”! Authentic worship family...

[@marthamata2037]

“You’ve got to lead yourself.” Wow. Amazing, convicting explanation. 🙌🏼

[@redeemedson8844]

I like that too

[@temiloluwaowolabi3866]

Thank God for Hillsong United

[@jisundergroundfornow2548]

This was absolutely mind-blowing and it's a lesson for me. People was a huge revelation of where even my heroes have these creative slumps, and a lot of decisions in my life needs to be made. Every group needs a rest or hiatus, and right now for me it's coming to that.

[@kaysonrhodes5482]

They have so many good songs really beautiful I love Taya Amazing voice so good

[@violetleuta9352]

Lovely people With angelic voices God bless you Hillsong

[@yanpmmarques]

What an amazing interview! So good!

[@travelgowls2020]

I love how God uses you life Taya. ❤️

[@vivianwanini5906]

Taya and Jad and the lest of Hillsong you are a gift from heaven 🔥🔥🔥we love you guys 😍😘 for me you are 🔥🔥🔥

[@blqke9105]

Hillsong United has helped so many people and me they have showed me peace faith and god and whenever I listen to them I just feel at peace and rest and god is with me and the devil isn’t trying to tear me down so I just want to say thank you hillsong United

[@caseybuckler2385]

I felt like I was in the room during the interview. I love you guys so much. Your Brother in Maryland.

[@valazull]

I love Taya! I look up to her on worship... her songs helped me with anxiety, the lyrics and her voice are everything! Can’t wait to see them on There Is More Tour in Puerto Rico this saturday

[@sabrinafield1682]

Love them both, their voices are like angels singing and worshipping our Lord

[@Islandadventure841]

I was listening to her music on KZbin. She was a blessing to me. God has really blessed her.

[@lilliancullen1327]

God bless you all! Just a heart for God and it makes me feel like I am worshipping around the world with God's people when you tour! Love you guys! I am super excited for Hillsong United and the world!

[@mateuszczujko3777]

Love this band!! God bless them!

[@anniegabuya4822]

Hi Mam Taya ,GOD give you a wonderful and lovely voice, when I first hear your voice my tears falling down,you sing Amazing Grace, from Philippines

[@Dienaarvanchristus]

Love you guys !! God bless you all! ❤️🙏🏽✝️

[@realreal4638]

Love you Taya.. You have a pure soul and you are soo sweet.. 😘

[@nyklass3483]

i LOVE LOVE LOVE Hillsong!

[@gardenboots7464]

Excellent interview. Thank you :)

[@marriottkaimba8582]

Hillsong Utd team i pray for more grace upon your lives. Am a big follower of your music and i really get lifted by your music. Blessings round about.

[@Mikesorrento3344]

Took my family to see Hillsong United in Boston last July 1, 2019. What an absolutely amazing performance. Hillsong UNITED the audience into one . The power of The Holy Spirit was evident. I could see my children connect with the performers, performance, and The Holy Spirit. Truly, this was so amazing.

[@brianmorgan9802]

John Rand Thanks for sharing, good information.

[@berniceyeboahrhema]

I was there too and I could attest to the presence of God.. All I could think about was how wonderful it is to see people with one heart worshipping their maker

[@neecey2222]

Are there two different groups within Hillsong? Where is Brooke?

[@jinneferoray6166]

Taya💓💓 you are so beautiful with great voice..😍 I always listening some of your music. esp. ocean.😊 God bless you 😇

[@cynthianumafo8242]

Whuuuuuooo my favorite people 😘😘😘United forever 🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Please come to Ghana 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@llykeanazo9811]

Love you Taya. ❤❤❤

[@estherbyoona1572]

amazing interview...God bless hillsong

[@mcgregor2377]

Taya is my admire, I love her so much, she's the most beautiful person I've ever seen in the world🥰🥰🥰 including my mom😘

[@Nana_Mack]

God bless you thank you God for you guys singing in our country and around the world

[@gabyrosero2941]

God bless you guys!

[@nabsgilo4896]

Gifted guys through lots ov love to all

[@marriottkaimba8582]

Jad and Taya and your team God bless you

[@cindymills]

My favourite group love u guys so much u r my daily motivation may God bless you and family the best group ever the holy spirit is there

[@ivanoliveira6366]

God is the reason to our lives now and forevermore my brothers in Jesus Christ ! Glory to God ! Amen !

[@mjdelrosario9375]

Yes we are very healing..keep wacthing...

[@gertrudetala]

Taya is sooo pretty!

[@josefinacastro4538]

I love you Taya,your voice is amazing... God give you nice voice🙏 keep worshipping God❤️

[@adrianasantos1955]

A forma de adoração que Taya expressa é sem igual .Sinto o Espírito Santo de Deus tocar meu coração e renovar as minhas forças. ❤❤❤

[@kobagift1833]

You guy's are anointed

[@tildag.9809]

She’s very soft spoken ❤️ It’s nice 👍🏾

[@estherdutse7156]

My two favorite, God bless you guys.

[@oziomaene7335]

The combination of this two is just divine

[@WorshipwithMeena]

7:27 Thanks, Jad, for encouraging us introvert worship leaders!😊 A great question for a worship leader 4:39 👍and Taya, a great answer 6:08 😍

[@hermanbabou692]

Hallo Meena.wie geht's Ihnen ?

[@lingiban655]

I love you so much guys 💚💚

[@kustajohanna2180]

You guys I love you sooooo much💕💕

[@marriottkaimba8582]

Zambia listens to your beautiful songs/music..guys u are amazing

[@bijayagiri5746]

jad ..u r best..lots of love from Nepal..

[@jhemiekodelacruz2340]

Taya and hillsong really helps us me and my mom to conquer stress most days since this pandemic. Your songs and taya's voice really helps us to keep straightforward and continue to life though its struggling but hearing this songs it was like ah relaxing. And just believing to god

[@julianahkotos9864]

Lets Taya and the others be the vessel of the Lord to feel His mighty love in each of us🙏🙏🙏

[@wellebienaime2786]

It's true Taya voice is a very gift of God.

[@PDKelvinL]

awesome jad gillies make some more music

[@lovewellnessandfitness4800]

I hope 2020 gives you rest and you are well and safe. Very inspiring people of God 🙏🏾

[@elizabethakinyi280]

You are owesome Taya

[@innocentoteng7668]

God bless them

[@aleckfagundes9677]

Love,love,love Taya Brazilian

[@nortemglucia4194]

SOU brasileira amo esses louvores I Love you

[@alfredparuwa6289]

I love Hillsong ❤

[@nambimariah6857]

My two favs

[@judygraessle1442]

Your Israel visit is one of the most spiritually aware and enlightening

[@elkyelkyelky]

Finished, thanks for sharing

[@chelocampogutierrez5485]

I love u taya😘😘😘 and hillsong united😘

[@naomikatharinaandrewmnkai6760]

we love you hillison ,I love you Taya Smith please Come and sing with us Here in Tanzania pleas

[@tafadzwakwirirai2770]

You are a great Team. We need this in Africa, Zimbabwe

[@annomaly751]

start your own worship team in Zimbabwe Tafa 🙌

[@godbless3337]

@@annomaly751 This isn't a good response!

[@amostarkul923]

They are becoming carnal they are doing things in fresh not in spirit

[@lahatrinianjara8641]

Love u two so much Jesus blesses you

[@andreacadena3803]

I saw them in may 😍 at their concert in Houston

[@ivanoliveira6366]

Very good !

[@lynmunthali7583]

i just love this guys music keeps me more closer to GOD...I love you

[@jhemiekodelacruz2340]

Thanks hillsong and taya

[@soniabrito6293]

Obrigado Yolande Deus te abençõe muitissímo 😊😊

[@chebetcheruiyot7446]

amazing

[@helenaxoxoxo1404]

Love the song oceans

[@felipeGomes-op7rq]

Amo vcsss❤️❤️❤️

[@brianmorgan9802]

Tara is directly from Heaven, if you doubt this please listen to the Israel version of “Oceans”. I love her singing. Her crisp clear high voice surgically cuts Heaven open and Jesus’ Angels swoop down in glory. (True story)

[@jcabad8274]

Hallelujah

[@adorahoneyyesimyou4414]

Glory.

[@juliuskiprono5839]

Hillsong group, we welcome you to Kenya, in Africa

[@luizasantos4181]

Amei a entrevista, não entendi nada, mas amei. Rsrs Gosto bastante da banda Hillsong.

[@ronaldodinizpereira6378]

TAYA QUE DEUS CONTINUE TE ABENÇOANDO PROTEGENDO GUARDANDO SANTIFICANDO E LIVRANDO DE TODO O MAL E ARTIMANHAS DO INIMIGO EM O NOME DO SENHOR JESUS CRISTO AMÉM 🙏🙏🙏🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@veertanatasha5080]

Hillsong united is best.I love love the way God uses her.I am soooooo proud of her she's soooooo cute.

[@neecey2222]

Is United different from Hillsong?

[@vamambatha2488]

Thank you

[@cyriltagulao8245]

My wife loves your songs and i think you do the song to sing...c'mon!!! Love praying while you sing.

[@christianedwards657]

Taya is so beautiful❤

[@joehallam1231]

She is married...

[@veralucia519]

Lindos cantam muito !!! As músicas perfeita !!!!

[@sheilasamaco2073]

Taya ❤️❤️❤️,,,

[@anniegabuya4822]

Every time I open my bf I was looking for Taya record, and I always saved it to send in my fb,