December, 2002
Rebecca St. James' next CD is titled Wait For Me--The Best From Rebecca St. James
and will be released on March 25. It contains 2 new tracks including a duet
with Chris Tomlin, "Yes I Believe in God," plus 14 other songs (17 total).
Speaking of "Wait for Me," following the success of Rebecca's book by the same title, a Journal to accompany
the book is now available. Finally,
following the huge success of Rebecca's European tour, she and band are
hoping to go back in 2004 for an extended stay but to also include Estonia,
Finland, Ukraine, and Russia. The coordinator of the tour had this to say:
"The 'Worship God Tour' proved groundbreaking in the CCM genre for the
venture Rebecca took into countries that rarely host Christian artists,"
noted Gary Smith of Wales-based Big Ideas, promoters of the St. James tour.
"Four such countries on the tour- France, Austria, Latvia, and Romania- all
produced turn away crowds-as did Germany and Sweden. The response to
Rebecca's music and message was quite extraordinary at every concert. In
the wake of what was witnessed, we have an increased commitment to the
importance of the European ministry outreach of Rebecca St. James as never
before."
Passion Conferences founder/director Louie Giglio and sixsteps/Sparrow Records’
Chris Tomlin and David Crowder Band
were featured at the largest Youth Specialties National Youth Workers Convention ever as part of the Passion
Worship Experience. Held recently in The Nashville Convention Center, the sold-out event drew 5,600
delegates from all across the nation and beyond.
In addition to Nashville, the Passion Worship Experience was featured in all three of the fall Youth
Specialties conventions, including Sacramento, CA, and Pittsburgh, PA, with more than 12,000 delegates in
all attending. Produced by Passion Conferences, a division of Choice Ministries, the Youth Specialties Passion Worship Experience was a resounding success.
“In order for worship to be sustainable, it must intertwine our experience of God with the truth of God,” said Michael Yaconelli, Youth Specialties owner. “Passion has found a way to make worship deep and truth present. Passion creates an atmosphere where God's spirit can and does alter those who are present.”
Derek Webb, a founding member of the acclaimed Christian
folk-rock group Caedmon’s Call, is slated to release his solo debut, She Must and Shall Go Free,
March 25, 2003 on INO Records. The critically-lauded singer/songwriter’s new CD is an undertaking girded by
years of study, prayer and research that tackles the subject of the Church, using straightforward language
to drive home his passionate message.
As a part of the Houston, Texas-based Caedmon’s Call, Webb has seen career sales approaching 1 million
records, 10 Dove Award nominations, two Dove wins, a Billboard Music Video Award nod, and six #1 radio hits.
Content to be one-seventh of that successful group, Webb never harbored dreams of solo stardom. But when he
found himself with a collection of songs all centering around the theme of the Church and our ongoing need
for the Gospel, Webb knew he needed to find a way for those personal songs and the message behind them to
be heard.
Delirious?
was a featured performer at Promise Keepers’ Passage 2002, an extreme-teen youth event held
recently at the prestigious 17,700-seat Arrowhead Pond arena in Anaheim, CA. The band’s first experience with
Promise Keepers, Delirious? performed new music from its critically acclaimed recording, Touch,
which released Nov. 19 on the newly formed Furious? Records Inc.
Hailed as one of the best live bands to hit America, UK-based Delirious? brought its powerful worship and
energetic performance to Passage 2002, igniting the thousands of 13 to 18-year-old teenagers gathered for
the event. Hundreds of fans rushed the stage when Delirious? launched into the title track and current
radio single from the new record. Concerned stadium security promptly escorted the zealous fans back to
their seats. “Our first event with Promise Keepers got off to a lively start with lots of crowd surfing and
moshing,” says Delirious? member Stu G. “Before our very eyes the venue safety people asked all the young
men to sit down where they proceeded to sing their hearts out!”
Audio Adrenaline’s new song “Dirty” is going to be added to
radio station playlists around the world on Worldwide Wednesday (January 1, 2003). “Dirty” is the debut song
from their new project Worldwide which hits stores February, 25.
Call your local Christian radio station today and ask them if they are going to be playing new Audio A
on Worldwide Wednesday! Also, if anyone needs any last minute Christmas ideas for you, point them to
AudioA.com! They can print an IOU coupon there to put in your stocking for receiving Worldwide
on February 25. Get the IOU coupon here: http://www.audioa.com/worldwideChristmas.html Fans will be
excited to know that each copy of Worldwide will include a special meet and greet pass good for their Spring
"The Go Show" tour! The boys are going their separate ways for the holidays. Mark and his wife will be in visiting family in Washington D.C. while Will and his clan will be in Columbus, OH. Ben and his wife will be leaving their new home in Franklin, TN to spend some time with family in St. Louis, MO. Tyler, his wife and their new son, Soren will be hanging in Nashville for Christmas, but plan on heading out in January to introduce the Burkum's new addition to the rest of the family.
This year Switchfoot is spreading the new musical love to their fans. "Meant To Live," a roaring rock
number from their highly anticipated new album, The Beautiful Letdown, releasing February 25th on Columbia Records,
will be the first single released from the new album. This is just a taste of how awesome this record will be guys!
I was just listening to it today for the zillionth time and you guys are gonna love it as much as we do!
Choose your listening format for the song: Windows Media Player
or Real Audio Player.
Well, it looks like the Orange County Supertones are following in fellow former-ska band Five Iron Frenzy's shoes...
No, they're not breaking up! Apparently a couple members are collaborating on a new side project aside from
the 'Tones. Lead singer Matt Morginski and the band's latest guitarist Ethan Luck are putting the finishing
touches on a side project entitled The Grand Incredible.
The record is being produced by Aaron Sprinkle from Poor Old Lu and and will probably feature a few acoustic B-sides
including an acoustic version of the Supertones' "Hold on to Jesus," songs they never used for either record
and maybe an Elvis Costello cover. The GI record is being mixed starting at the first of the year. The guys hope to release it in April
while the See Spot Rock Tour is still going on. The Supertones are already in discussion on when they will record their next record.
Nothing has been decided yet but it will happen by the end of next Summer.
Bebo Norman makes his way toward the end of an unprecedented
year, having recently wrapped a 42-city headlining tour, achieved impressive sales for his third label
project, garnered his first Top 5 radio single and graced the cover of CCM Magazine.
Myself When I Am Real, Norman's September release, continues to contribute to the
singer/songwriter's momentum, ranked by critics as among the best albums of 2002.
In addition to a headlining tour, Norman kicked off 2002 as special guest on the 53-city spring leg of
labelmate Third Day's blockbuster "Come Together" tour, performing for more than 225,000 fans nationwide.
The additional audience exposure fueled enthusiasm for Norman's most anticipated project to date,
Myself When I Am Real, released Sept. 10.
Flicker Records’ rock quartet Pillar has scored another
milestone this week with news that their latest project, Fireproof, has scanned over 100,000 units
in a mere 7 months time. The album, which released nationwide May 21st, is the fastest selling album yet
for independent label Flicker Records, pioneered by Audio Adrenaline members Mark Stuart, Bob Herdman and Will McGinniss.
The album continues to build success at radio, retail and media outlets and this week garnered two of R&R’s Year End Awards
with “Rock Song of the Year” and second place for “Rock Major Impact Artist”. “We signed Pillar two and a half years
ago and to watch them blow-up like they have is absolutely awesome,” Flicker President Bob Herdman said.
“This couldn’t have happened to a harder working group of guys. It’s a rarity these days for independent
labels to see these kinds of sales in such a short span of time; we’re extremely proud of Pillar and their
relentless and tireless efforts to tour and minister like they do through their music.”
Bleach announces the "We Are Tomorrow" tour, its first significant headline tour in over three years.
Named after the successful radio and video single by the same name, which peaked at No. 3 and remained on
R&R’s Christian Rock chart for 17 consecutive weeks, the 19-city major market tour will be in support of
the band’s critically acclaimed fourth album, Again, For The First Time, which released August 27.
The tour will also feature Sparrow Records’ newest rock sensation, Sanctus Real, as well as
Tooth & Nail Records’ Holland for the first half of the tour.
Launching January 9 in Bleach’s hometown of Nashville, TN, the tour will traverse the nation into numerous
key markets. Taking a diverse approach to venue selection, concerts have been scheduled in a variety
of settings including high schools, colleges, clubs, and churches.
“This tour is all about the music of tomorrow, so we have worked really hard to make sure it is exactly
that,” states lead singer, Dave Baysinger. “With bands making an impact on both mainstream and Christian
markets like never before, we have made our venue selection as diverse as possible so that we can bring
great rock music and a positive message to people from all walks of life.”
All the members of The Benjamin Gate are still home in South
Africa and are spending "a good old-fashioned family Christmas." After speaking to their manager, who is
also in South Africa, sounds like their Christmas will be celebrated much like we celebrate Christmas in the
States, well, more specifically like it is celebrated in California. They are enjoying 80-degree weather
and spending a lot of time at the beach! Check out the band's new music video "Lift Me Up" online now!
Michael W. Smith experienced numerous career milestones in 2002,
including the platinum certification of Worship; the platinum certification of the Worship DVD-Video/VHS;
and the near-gold status of his Oct. release, Worship Again. In addition, Smith performed before capacity
audiences on several national tours.
When asked about his recent achievements, Smith commented, “It’s been an amazing couple of years. I’m humbled
when I look back at the things the Lord allowed me to be a part of. It isn’t about the awards. It’s about being able
to pour my life into kids and hopefully make an impact.”
Dean Diehl, senior vice president and general manager for Reunion Records, added, “This has been an incredible
year for Michael and for Reunion Records. It’s been clear from the moment Worship released on 9/11/01,
in the middle of the worst catastrophe our country has ever seen, that God has plans for Michael and for this
music. It is also quite humbling to watch all of this unfold and know how little we really had to do with it.”
On March 4, Big Idea Productions and Chordant Distribution present a whale of a tale filled with humor,
music and adventure with the DVD and VHS release of Jonah - A VeggieTales Movie.
Described as "the best animated film so far this year" and "funnier and more entertaining than Ice Age" by the
Arizona Daily Star, the story shares a positive message about second chances that is sure to touch viewers of
all ages. Jonah is Big Idea Productions' most anticipated title ever and will benefit from a huge
marketing and promotions campaign.
From renowned VeggieTales creators Phil Vischer and Mike Nawrocki, the movie debuted in theaters this
past October as the number one family film in America and will end its theatrical run with more than
$24 million grossed at the box-office. A whale-sized 2-disc DVD, Jonah - A VeggieTales Movie is
packed with special features including hilarious outtakes produced specifically for its home video release,
audio commentaries, featurettes, music videos and more and is available for the suggested retail price of
$24.98. The title is also available on a special VHS edition that includes the hilarious outtakes for $19.98.
Jonah - A VeggieTales Movie will be packaged in a limited edition holo-foil package that differentiates
the full-length movie from VeggieTales short-form videos.
Sadly, it's that time... Five Iron Frenzy has decided to hang up the horns and let the frenzy disband.
"We did not come to this decision haphazardly," announced the band last week, "Every year we sit down with our
pastor to pray about what the Lord would like us to do for the next year. We
have done this since the beginning of the band and have always said that we
would do what ever we think God wants us to do, even if that means stopping
the band. After meeting with our pastor this year and spending several days
in prayer and meetings, we have decided that it is time for us to move on."
The band has announced that they plan to tour 2003 extensively as well as release two new
studio projects. "Our main goal in 2003 is simply to say "thank you very much" and give a
proper good bye to you for supporting us for the past 8 years. Without you
this would have all ended very long ago... On April 22, we will release our B-sides and "funny song" album, which is
tentatively titled Cheeses of Nazareth. We have been working on it for the
past few weeks, and we think you will enjoy it. It will have some of our
B-sides and some previously "lost" FIF songs that are really old, along with
a lot of goofy songs that we are kind of making up as we go along. This CD will be in stores on 5 Minute
Walk Records. In early summer we will release a full length CD which will be our final
studio recording. This album will only be available at live shows, starting
(hopefully) in Mid-June. This is an album that we have big plans for (both
the music and the packaging), and is one you are definitely gonna want to buy
at our shows. Sometime in 2004 this album will be released in stores, but
until then will ONLY be available at live shows. Starting in Mid-Sept and going through Mid-November will be our farewell
tour. (the LAST time you ever get to see us
live). This will be a big one and will hit a ton of places. The tour is
tentatively called "Winners Never Quit: The Farewell Tour" and will be
coming to a city near you. Support acts will not be announced at this time, but it will be a
good show, we promise. You will also be able to buy our final full length
studio CD at these shows." The JfH will be sorry to see this great act depart. We'll keep you posted
on any new developments. In the meantime, please visit FiveIronFrenzy.com for more info...
In gratitude to countless Panheads, Ardent Records’ Skillet is giving away the critically
acclaimed Alien Youth: The Unplugged Invasion DVD along with its entire album collection and an
Alien Youth T-shirt to seven of its loyal fans. Beginning last week and ending Friday, December 20,
Skillet fans, ranging from those who listen to the band’s music to those extreme fanatics that travel for
hours to a concert with skillets strapped to their heads, are invited to log onto www.alienyouth.com and
register to win by explaining in three sentences or less what makes them a Panhead. The most creative entry
will be chosen at the conclusion of each day for seven days beginning this past Saturday, December 14.
“We cannot thank all the Panheads enough,” says Skillet’s John Cooper. “God has blessed us with so many
fans that give us support through prayer, incredible communication via our websites and by talking about
the message of Christ among all their friends. Offering these prizes is just a small part of just how
much we appreciate all the Panheads.”
Congratulations are in order for our friend Tyler Burkum! Earlier last week, Audio Adrenaline's talented young guitarist
and his wife Ali welcomed the arrival of their first child, a son, Soren! The guys are finished laying tracks
and have been working with producer, Jason Burkum to master their upcoming album, WorldWide...Worship With Your Life.
When asked to give us a preview of what we can expect, lead singer Mark Stuart said, "This album is classic
Audio Adrenaline fun. The response we got from the song "Hands and Feet" led us to make this album with a strong theme about missions and going where the Lord wants you to go, and to be who He wants you to be."
On Tuesday, December 17th, Rebecca St. James will be performing a Christmas concert in support of Operation GIFT
(God Impacting Fort Campbell Troops). At 7:00 pm Rebecca will be singing Christmas favorites at the Sears
Court in Hickory Hollow Mall in Nashville. Not only will Rebecca be giving the gift of her music to the
troops of Fort Campbell, but she is also giving the gift of the word of God. Rebecca, in partnership
with NAV Press, will be distributing about copies of The Message Bibles for the soldiers to share
with their families this holiday season.
In the spirit of tomorrow's release of dc Talk's Free At Last: The Movie,
here's a little trivia for you to keep in mind when watching the movie. In one scene in the movie,
dc talk is shown receiving several awards at the first and last Academy of Christian Music Awards.
Toby McKeehan has this to say about the film's goal: "Our goal is to show that racial equality and harmony
can work. It's not just a documentary. We're telling the world about a lot of things that we've found that
work, and I think they can work for those people too." Michael had this to say about his favorite part of the
film: "Being with my parents was my favorite part," comments Tait. "My dad being there and getting to see how God has blessed me.
Basically, getting his approval."
Grammy-award winning Steven Curtis Chapman, just weeks away
from releasing his 13th project All About Love (1/28/03), will be a part of the fourth annual
CBS special “A Home For The Holidays.” This special, which celebrates the joys of adoption, will be
broadcast Friday, December 20th at 8pm/ET, PT and 7pm CT on CBS.
Chapman joins some of today's most popular artists such as country and pop sensation Faith Hill, rock group
Creed, teen artist Vanessa Carlton, popular R&B artist Usher, and others to perform during the
entertainment special.
Chapman will perform "When Love Takes You In," a song he wrote about his own adoption experience and
especially for his adopted daughter, Shaohannah Chapman. The song, originally recorded for his RIAA
certified gold album, Declaration, will appear as a bonus track on his new record, All About Love.
Oh, and remember our report on getting that Abbey Road CD?
The only way to receive an Abbey Road CD is to apply and then be selected as a
Steven Curtis Chapman Rep. For more info and to apply, go to http://artists.sparrowrecords.com/scc-rep/
Continuing to build on the momentum of their debut INO release, resonate, Grammy-nominated and
gold-selling band, SONICFLOOd, will release Cry Holy in
March of 2003. Enlisting the production and songwriting talents of Marc Byrd
(“God of Wonders,” City on A Hill: Sing Alleluia) to create an album that showcases a polished,
contemporary pop sound. With Cry Holy, the band confirms why they continue to define the term
‘modern worship.’ “It was a privilege for me to be a part of this record. I was encouraged by the guys'
openness to explore new ideas musically and stretch themselves creatively. We were able to capture
the heart and vision of the band on this recording.” Says Byrd, “I was inspired by their focus on
the holiness of God and their message of worship. I'm extremely excited about this record.
Spiritually, musically, and creatively this record is already a success to me."
Less than one week till the world finally gets to see the raw and unfinished Free At Last Movie.
It has just been confirmed by both Target and Kmart stores that dc talk’s
Free At Last 10th anniversary products will be featured in their early
January sales circulars.
When asked the question “What did the release of Free At Last mean to this
industry?” Mark Stuart of Audio Adrenaline had some thoughts. “When we
heard Free At Last, we realized the bar had been raised. We were no longer
chasing the mainstream; we were to set the standard. It allowed us to dream
bigger dreams about what Christian music could become.” Look for the 10th
Anniversary Edition Free At Last album and Free At Last Movie to hit stores
on December 17th. And remember, these make great Christmas gifts! You can
give the CD, the DVD, the VHS or the CD/DVD combo.
For an exclusive flashback to the original 1995 trailer for the film, click here!
For interview segments with Kevin and Michael from that time as well, check out our dc Talk section of
the JfH video clips page. We've checked out the DVD and CD and they're must-haves!
During the holiday season, Rebecca St. James was asked to be a part of
Operation GIFT (God Impacting Fort Campbell Troops). This community-wide
effort was originated by Nashville Christian radio station WAY-FM 88.7 and
welcomes denotations of Christmas gifts for the children of Fort Campbell.
Rebecca was asked to be the co-spokesperson for the drive, along with her
friend, Shawna Prosser, the wife of Staff Sgt. Brian ‘Cody’ Prosser who was
one of the first Americans to die in the war in Afghanistan. Rebecca and
Shawna friendship began when she asked Rebecca to perform her song “Wait For
Me” during Cody’s memorial service last year. All major Nashville-area
malls are participating in Operation GIFT, which kicked off in November.
The drive will be highlighted with a special free holiday concert of
Christmas music and carols performed by Rebecca on December 17th at 7:00
P.M. at the Sears Court of Hickory Hollow Mall. Shawna Prosser will also be
a special guest, as will representatives from Fort Campbell.
Although the band will be in South Africa enjoying the holidays, the new
video from The Benjamin Gate will be hitting airwaves nationwide late this
month. This video is for their current single, “Lift Me Up” and is pushing
the creative envelope by incorporating a process that allows for graphics
and special effects to be added to the video in the post-production phases.
Incorporating the excitement of their live shows with cutting edge
technology, be expecting another one-of-a-kind video from The Benjamin Gate.
Be looking for the preview soon on www.forefrontrecords.com
The Third Day guys are hard at work to make 2003 another banner year. Third Day returns to the studio
this month to finish up another Offerings record due in early March, entitled Offerings II: All I Have To Give. Also, Jupiter Project is hard
at work on a Come Together Tour DVD due in early April. Third Day will spend much of next year
in the studio working on another new project tentatively due in November 2003. In addition, Third Day will
probably continue the Come Together and Worship tour on the West Coast of the U.S. in May of 2003.
Essential Records offers some Christmas memories from the band: Mac Powell remembers, "One of my favorite
Christmas memories is when I, in 1995, right before Christmas, asked my wife Amy to marry me.
It was a big secret thing. She didn't know that I was going to ask her, and I was a little sneaky and had
to tell some little white lies to hide it from her. But, eventually I asked her and she said 'yes.' So,
it's been six years now, and we're very happily married and hope that your Christmas is just as good. God Bless."
Later this week full details on how you can get a copy of Steven Curtis Chapman's
Abbey Road Sessions. It does not involve any amount of money. It does not involve a retail store or a web
site. You can't purchase it. Then how?
During the recording of Chapman's Greatest Hits album Steven made a trip to the legendary, world renown Abbey Road studios in London, England.
Each song Steven recorded at Abbey Road was live and in one take, meaning... it was recorded front to back,
no stops, no fixes later. Two of the songs from this session have been released as part of the
Greatest Hits album, but three others have never been available on CD, and two of them never
available on any format previously. More info to come!
Wrapping up a stellar year with unprecedented radio, tour, and sales success, 2002 will be the most
successful year to date for Newsboys. This week, R&R named
Newsboys the AC and CHR Major Impact Artist as well as naming the smash hit "It Is You" as the CHR Song
of the Year. With national media attention (Newsweek, ESPN II, USA Today and CNN), sales exceeding
3 million units spanning multiple gold-certifed recordings, and 21 No. 1 hits, Newsboys continue to
make their mark. In addition, Newsboys are currently wrapping up production on their new worship album,
Adoration: The Worship Project that has been pushed back until April 8th for release.
Essential Records offers these Christmas reflections from Jars of Clay:
Charlie Lowell: "One of my favorite Christmas memories is hearing my mom retell the story of how I pulled the
Christmas tree down on myself. I don't remember doing it, but I love listening to her tell the story about
how it happened, how terrified she was and how quiet I was under that tree."
Steve Mason had this to say: "You know one of my favorite memories is more of a contemporary one. It's
tradition that my family would go cut down a tree and place ornaments on it. Well, one year we bought a
plastic tree and found that we could reuse that tree over and over again. It was smart because we found that
we were saving a lot of money, so every year our family would come together and separate the sizes
of the branches, and we did that as a family. And that was one thing that brought us together at
Christmas."
Sparrow Records' amazing new rock band Sanctus Real's debut national release is a mere weeks away. You can now hear the
incredible album online in its entirety! Check it out online at: http://artists.sparrowrecords.com/sanctusreal/player/main.html Also, please check out the Jesusfreakhideout.com
review of Say It Loud, brilliantly penned by our own Blake Garris!
The album graces shelves just in time for Christmas on Christmas Eve! Stocking stuffer anyone?
Acoustic-pop band Caedmon's Call heads toward the Feb. 4
release of its fifth label project, Back Home, with the support of a multi-faceted marketing effort.
The Essential Records campaign includes premier billing on a major-market tour with labelmate Jars of Clay,
kicking off in February, media and radio exposure as well as favorable positioning at Christian retail.
Caedmon's Call joins Essential/Silvertone artist Jars of Clay for a college-market tour visiting more than
40 cities nationwide. Already being referred to by promoters as the "thinking man's pop tour," the tour
launches Feb.12 in Grand Rapids, Mich., and will run through mid-April. Fans can expect an evening of
acoustic music, showcasing both bands' signature guitars, warm harmonies and thought-provoking lyrics.
Anticipating the tour, music from Back Home will be impacting airwaves via radio play on Christian
stations across the country. "Only Hope," the first single from Back Home, is slated to release to
Adult Contemporary radio Dec. 13. In addition, media are responding with requests for future print and
online coverage. Internet promotion is planned through select partners and grassroots efforts will
be carried out via 300+ street team representatives and an estimated 1500 Internet representatives.
We've heard the record folks and its impressive! Quite possibly their best work yet! Keep your ears open...
Third Day ends 2002 with a string of successes in the areas of album sales, record-breaking tours,
national media exposure and philanthropy through humanitarian outlets including World Vision and Habitat
for Humanity. Promoters, who consistently rave about Third Day’s live performance, saw major successes with
two blockbuster tours headlined by Third Day this year. “If there was an award given out for the Touring
Artist of the Year in Christian Music, I'm sure Third Day would win it hands down for 2002,” notes Roy Morgan,
Premier Productions. “Through strategic planning the Third Day team has taken the band’s career to new
heights and should be commended.” Mike Scanland of Jam Productions adds, “After a very busy spring of many
concert tours, and as an 18-year veteran producer of concerts, working with Third Day both in terms of their
ticket sales and their attitude was a tremendous bright spot of this season. The patrons got more than just
a great concert; they got a great worship experience. Well done, Third Day!”
Dove Award-winning and Sparrow recording artist Nichole Nordeman
made radio history last month when “Holy,” the first single from her recent project Woven & Spun,
broke the 2000 weekly spins mark on R&R Magazine’s AC radio chart with 2069 spins, a feat no song has ever
accomplished in this format. This past week, Nordeman tied a record with the artist she opened for on 58
nationwide tour dates this past year – Steven Curtis Chapman. Chapman’s single, “Magnificent
Obsession,” set a new record for the AC charts when it was #1 for eight weeks in a row earlier this year.
“Holy” just tied that record last week. Nordeman is also #1 this week on Christian Radio Weekly’s AC chart, #1 on their CHR and #8 on their INSP chart. “Holy” is #4 on both R&R’s CHR and INSP charts.
Grant Hubbard, V.P. National Promotion, Sparrow Records, states, “This is a milestone for Nichole Nordeman and Christian music. Since the first feedback, radio has told us that this song was 'over the top' with their listeners. Nichole has connected with Christian music listeners in a major way with ‘Holy.’”
On the heels of a successful fall tour and an American Music Award nomination, Essential/Silvertone band
Jars of Clay partners with label mates, the critically acclaimed
and Dove Award-winning, Caedmon’s Call, for a college market tour
visiting more than 40 cities. Already being referred to by promoters as the “thinking man’s pop tour,” the
evening will feature the trademark organic Caedmon’s Call sound as well as Jars unique, award-winning musical
style. The spring tour will travel to college markets across the country, launching in Grand Rapids on Feb.
12 and running through mid-April when it wraps in Naples, Fla.
Skillet frontman filled the fans in recently on the status of his wife and new daughter as well
as their next recording... "Korey and
Alex will be on the road starting in February and Korey will be playing again.
Yay! For all the people who have asked, Korey is feeling great and getting
used to motherhood. I have been writing music like crazy! I believe that God has been inspiring
me to a greater degree than ever before. We begin rehearsing tonight for a
new album. We don't have any updates on when that CD will be released, nor do
we know exactly when we will record. We expect that it will be soon and
already we have about eleven songs written. Many people ask me how they can
pray for us, and I would say that being inspired by God to write lyrics for
this generation is our biggest priority for the next two months."
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