Eric Champion, born on May 12, 1970, in Daytona Beach, Florida, is a prominent figure in mid-1990s Christian pop and modern rock. As a singer-songwriter and record producer, Champion is known for his unique blend of Christian pop with a vocal style reminiscent of Michael Jackson and Prince, combined with futuristic techno dance sounds. He began his career as a pop singer, releasing his first album at the age of 18. One of his most successful albums, "Vertical Reality," sold nearly 100,000 units.

Champion's career includes collaborations with artists such as Rebecca St. James and Plumb. In 1996, he released "Transformation," an album that marked a significant departure from his earlier work, incorporating rock guitars and synthesizer loops, which was compared by critics to DC Talk's "Jesus Freak" for its bold change in style.

Throughout his career, Champion has been associated with labels such as Word/Myrrh Records and Essential/Jive Records. He was featured at the Atlanta Fest Christian music festival in 1998 and re-emerged in 2005 with new projects, including a solo EP "Unexpected" and a Brit pop rock project named Rook. Eric Champion remains a respected artist in the Christian music scene, with a net worth of approximately $5 million.