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September, 2016



*Friday, September 30, 2016*


Matt Redman Matt Redman To Debut First-Ever Holiday Album "These Christmas Lights" On October 21

Debuting the first Christmas album of his career, 2X GRAMMY® winner Matt Redman will unveil These Christmas Lights on October 21. Filled with powerful and diverse collaborations, featured artists on the album include longtime friends Natasha Bedingfield, Chris Tomlin and Tasha Cobbs. These Christmas Lights finds Redman sharing his interpretation on quintessential holiday songs, along with creating new... << Full Report >>

Laura Story Laura Story's "Open Hands" Featuring Mac Powell Hits Radio And Online Retailers In Advance Of New Album

With notable hits like “Mighty To Save” and “Blessings,” GRAMMY® winning songstress Laura Story is releasing “Open Hands” featuring fellow GRAMMY® winner Mac Powell of Third Day to radio along with iTunes, Amazon Music and Spotify... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 29, 2016*


Theocracy Releases "Wishing Well" Lyric Video

The Athens, Georgia-based melodic metal band THEOCRACY just released a lyric video for the track "Wishing Well" from their highly anticipated new album "Ghost Ship". The album will be released on October 28th in Europe and North America through Ulterium Records... << Full Report >>

Newsong Rings In The Holidays With "The Best Christmas Ever!"

The Best Christmas Ever!, the third full-length holiday release from GRAMMY®-nominated NewSong, is set to bow October 21 from HHM Records/Word Distribution. Featuring 10 favorites from the group’s best-selling projects The Christmas Shoes (2001) and The Christmas Hope (2006), The Best Christmas Ever! also showcases five newly recorded songs: the title-cut and lead single (co-witten by NewSong's Eddie Carswell... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 28, 2016*


Jenny & Tyler to Release Holiday Album "Christmas Stories" Nov. 4

Husband and wife folk-pop duo, Jenny & Tyler, will release a new holiday album, Christmas Stories, Nov. 4, with pre-sale orders beginning Oct. 21. Produced by Ben Shive (Rend Collective, Brandon Heath, Andrew Peterson), the project features eight Christmas classics and one original song written by Jenny, Tyler, and Trent Monk, “Christmastime,” which is the single going for adds at Christian radio on Nov. 24. Christmas Stories marks the first time the duo worked with Shive, and the end result is a jazz sound with a nostalgic feel that is reminiscent of Bing Crosby... << Full Report >>

Derek Minor, ft. BJ the Chicago Kid, Debut "Until I'm Gone" Video

Derek Minor teams with BJ the Chicago Kid for “Until I’m Gone,” the third single from Minor’s sixth album, Reflection, out on Minor’s Reflection Music Group/eOne Music on October 14, and now available for pre-order on iTunes, Google Play and Amazon. The music video premieres Wednesday on BILLBOARD.... << Full Report >>

TODDZERO Gets Brutally Honest With New Album “My Precious Limp”

Los Angeles-based Indie Rock artist TODDZERO has performed on some of music's biggest stages, including SXSW and the MTV Movie Awards Pre-Show, and his critically acclaimed songs have been heard on hit TV shows like the Freeform/ABC Family series The Fosters. But when TODDZERO started to write songs for his latest album, My Precious Limp, he faced an unusual dilemma. It would by easy, and comfortable, to write another collection of songs about the usual themes... << Full Report >>

Stryper Adds Final Tour Dates and VIP Meet & Greets to 30th Anniversary To Hell with the Devil Tour

Multi-platinum rock band Stryper has announced additional dates and VIP Meet & Greet packages for this fall's 30th Anniversary To Hell with the Devil Tour. All dates are now announced, and most cities are expected to sell out. For tickets and meet and greet packages, visit www.stryper.com... << Full Report >>

Selah Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut

Celebrating another major milestone in a career spanning nearly two decades, Dove Award-winning Curb recording artist Selah made their debut on the Grand Ole Opry on Friday. Introduced by Grand Ole Opry member Ricky Skaggs, the renowned trio performed “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” and “Amazing Grace” to a capacity audience at the Grand Ole Opry House.? ?
 
The evening’s star-studded lineup also included 2016 CMA Award nominee... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 27, 2016*


Matthew West Matthew West Releases New Christmas Project Oct. 21

This October 21, award-winning artist and songwriter Matthew West will debut his second full-length studio holiday album, Unto Us: A Christmas Collection (Capitol CMG). Featuring ten songs, five  brand new songs along with five of his biggest Christmas hits, this holiday collection will be sure to get every listener in the spirit and is a reminder of God’s love and faithfulness - the true reason for the season... << Full Report >>

Lowercase Noises Joins BC Music

The team at BC Music would like to welcome Lowercase Noises to the family. As an avid fan of all things BC, Albuquerque's Andy Othling is thrilled to join the ranks and hopes to bring a fresh sound and style to the lineup. Othling originally began playing music to become a shredder, but over time was introduced to the likes of Sigur Ros and Stars of the Lid, which inspired his current musical trajectory. These days, Othling is finding meaning in the instrumental and we are happy to be a part of the next... << Full Report >>

Christy Nockels To Debut First Ever Christmas Record "The Thrill Of Hope" November 4

Inspired to share her first Christmas album with the world, Christy Nockels will unveil The Thrill Of Hope on November 4. The Thrill Of Hope introduces Nockels' take on holiday classics mixed with original songs, including “Song In The Air,” “Wrap This One Up,” Amaryllis” and “Our Christmas Song,” penned originally... << Full Report >>

Tanya Godsey Releases "Love Lines The Last Horizon" Friday, Sept. 30

Singer-songwriter, speaker and worship leader Tanya Godsey, whose artistry occupies the space somewhere between the sincerity of Sara Groves and the passion of Bethel Music’s Steffany Gretzinger, independently releases her long-awaited, critically acclaimed and third full-length album, Love Lines The Last Horizon, Sept. 30. Four songs from the album are available now for immediate download with... << Full Report >>

"Trouble Go Down" Marks Debut Pairing of Ron Block and Jeff Taylor

Trouble Go Down, the debut collaboration from 14-time GRAMMY®-winning member of Alison Krauss + Union Station, Ron Block, and GRAMMY®-nominated multi-instrumentalist Jeff Taylor, bows October 21. Produced by Block and Taylor, the 14-song set features bluegrass and folk-inspired renditions of favorite hymns and original selections... << Full Report >>

*Monday, September 26, 2016*


Tedashii Tedashii Releases New Music Video For "I'm Good" From His Latest EP

Thoughtful lyricist and hip hop recording artist, Tedashii, returns today with the release of a new music video for "I'm Good," a song found on his latest 7-track EP This Time Around. "I'm Good" is enjoying early success at radio, currently No. 21 and climbing on the Christian Hot AC/CHR radio chart with over 340 spins to date in top markets including Tampa, Virginia Beach, Oklahoma City, Des Moines, and Springfield, MO... << Full Report >>

MercyMe MercyMe Launches Exclusive Free Download Campaign Of Hit Single "Greater"

Continuing to celebrate the success of Welcome To The New (2014), GRAMMY® nominated band MercyMe announces an exclusive two week free download of their smash hit "Greater," available today. Powered by FreeCCM.com, the free song is available for download until October 9. The second single from the band's latest release, "Greater" has lived up to its name, spending 16 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard National Christian Audience chart... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 23, 2016*


Disciple DISCIPLE to Release LONG LIVE THE REBELS on October 14

Two-time Dove Award winning Disciple is a staple in the Christian hard rock scene. Known for it's unique blend of faith with intense yet accessible music, the band has forged a deeply connected fan base along the way. Now, after a massively successful Kickstarter campaign, the band is poised to release its 13th studio album, LONG LIVE THE REBELS, on October 14 in partnership with Tooth & Nail / BEC Recordings... << Full Report >>

The Afters Kick Off Tour In Support Of New Album "Live On Forever"

Following the recent debut of their acclaimed studio album Live On Forever, The Afters are taking their new music to fans across the country as they head out on the Love Riot Tour alongside Newsboys and Ryan Stevenson. The tour will hit venues all across the US, making stops in cities such as New York City, Chicago, Houston and more... << Full Report >>

Crowder Performs On Fox & Friends From New Album "American Prodigal"

Coinciding with the release of American Prodigal, 2X GRAMMY® nominee Crowder performed on FOX & Friends this morning. Immediately following the release of the album and national performance, Crowder’s nationwide “American Prodigal Tour,” featuring Tedashii and The New Respects, will kick-off to over 20 markets from west coast to east coast September through November... << Full Report >>

Hannah Kerr Releases First Full Length Album, OVERFLOW

Singer/songwriter Hannah Kerr has joined Casting Crowns and Matt Maher on "The Very Next Thing Tour," which just kicked off last night in El Paso, TX. The tour will hit close to 40 markets across the U.S., and the most current tour schedule can be viewed here. On the heels of the tour comes the digital release of Kerr's first full-length album, Overflow, which releases today on Black River Christian/Provident Label Group... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 22, 2016*


Crowder To Appear On FOX & Friends Tomorrow As "American Prodigal" Drops Nationwide

Coinciding with the release of American Prodigal, 2X GRAMMY® nominee Crowder will perform on FOX & Friends tomorrow, Sept. 23. Immediately following the release of the album and national performance, Crowder’s nationwide “American Prodigal Tour,” featuring Tedashii and The New Respects, will kick-off to over 20 markets from west coast to east coast September through November... << Full Report >>

Propaganda and Sho Baraka Team For Spotlight Tour

Join Humble Beast for a conversation with Sho Baraka & Propaganda. Each night the pair plan to dive deep into the topics of compassion, unity, ethics, race, faith, and the church. They hope that by bringing these conversations to the forefront each night, we can move past the Twitter rants & Facebook debates to a place where people are no longer disillusioned, but inspired & equipped to step back into their communities with fresh eyes, compassion in their hearts, good news on their lips... << Full Report >>

"Chasing Me Down" The Latest Single From Israel Houghton & NewBreed Climbs into The Top 10 on BDS

Multi-GRAMMY® Award, Stellar and Dove Awardwinning recording artist, Israel Houghton and NewBreed's most recent single "Chasing Me Down" has climbed into the Top 10 on the BDS Gospel National Airplay Chart. The inspirational song has been featured on the chart 24 weeks and counting... << Full Report >>

"let there be light.," Newest Audio & Visual Collection From Hillsong Worship, To Ignite On Oct. 14

Recorded live at the annual Hillsong Conference in Sydney, Australia, Hillsong Worship's latest let there be light. CD/DVD will release on Oct. 14. let there be light. is a bold prayer over this world today, that the light that has shone on us through the Gospel be the light we now bear and shine forth as the Church of Jesus Christ. Each song on the new Hillsong Worship project let there be light. is reflective of this core prayer. Including anthems such as "What a Beautiful Name... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 21, 2016*


Ryan Stevenson Ryan Stevenson's "Eye of the Storm" Remains at the Top for the 12th Week

Gotee Records' Ryan Stevenson continues to impact listeners with his multi-platform, hit single, "Eye of the Storm (featuring GabeReal)," which remains at No. 1 on the Billboard / Mediabase AC Chart for the chart-breaking 12th consecutive week. This milestone breaks the record for the year of 11 weeks at No. 1 surpassing Casting Crowns' "Just Be Held" and Lauren Daigle's "Trust In You." Stevenson's song also made label history earlier this summer as the first single to go... << Full Report >>

Paul Baloche To Release New Album, "Your Mercy," October 7

Worship leader and Dove Award winning songwriter Paul Baloche has been serving the local church on a global scale for almost 30 years, crafting songs such as "A New Hallelujah," "Open The Eyes Of My Heart," "Your Name" and "Above All" that have been recorded in 10 languages and sung by believers around the world. He also has created a variety of training resources for worship teams while mentoring the next generation of worship leaders. Now this "worship pastor of worship pastors" launches his next season of ministry... << Full Report >>

Christon Gray Releases New Video For Hit Single "Stop Me"

Rapper, singer, songwriter and producer Christon Gray debuted the video for his hit single, "Stop Me" on Hiphopdx.com this week. The adrenaline filled hip hop track from Gray's sophomore solo project, THE GLORY ALBUM has been featured on multiple television campaigns including spots for Honda, ESPN and HBO. Gray continues the momentum, by dropping the remix for "Stop Me" featuring J. Givens yesterday on the Sway In The Morning radio show... << Full Report >>

Full Circle Music Wraps Inaugural Music-Makers Bootcamp And Celebrates Multiple No. 1 Hits

It's been another noteworthy month for the award-winning audio production and songwriting team Full Circle Music, concluding their first Music-Makers Bootcamp, continuing the launch of the online resource Full Circle Academy, being honored with No. 1 hits and more. Created with the intention of helping the next generation of artists, producers and songwriters... << Full Report >>

More Talent Announced for the 47th Annual GMA Dove Awards, October 11 at Lipscomb University

The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announces more performers and presenters for the 47th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Bethel Music and Phillips, Craig & Dean will perform, and Chris Tomlin, Jordan Feliz, Tasha Cobbs and Willie Moore Jr. will present. Royce Lovett, Seth and Nirva, The Bowling Family, Todd Dulaney and the writers of Chris Tomlin's "Good, Good Father," Anthony Brown and Pat Barrett, are set to perform at the pre-telecast. The awards show, hosted by for... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 20, 2016*


Lecrae Lecrae Receives RIAA Gold Certification For Breakthrough Album "Anomaly"

Grammy-award winning rap artist Lecrae celebrates the RIAA Gold Certification of his breakthrough album Anomaly. Released with Reach Records on September 9, 2014, Anomaly debuted at #1 on the coveted Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart, receiving universal acclaim and making Lecrae a force in rap music. The Atlanta-based artist, community leader, activist and entrepreneur has helped to revive the genre's conscious sensibility with his message of inspiration... << Full Report >>

Andy Mineo Caters To Deaf Community With Innovative Music Video "Hear My Heart"

Hip Hop artist and lyrical powerhouse, Andy Mineo, releases the highly anticipated music video for "Hear My Heart," the second single off his newest album Uncomfortable which debuted on the Billboard album charts as the #1 Independent, #3 Hip Hop and #10 Top 200 album in the country upon release via Reach Records... << Full Report >>

Satellites & Sirens Reveal Cover, Track Listing And First Song From "TANKS"

As Satellites & Sirens' new album, TANKS leads up to the start to their October 1st pre-order, the group is proud to release their first single, "TANKS" for everybody to hear. "We live in a world that recently feels so filled with hate. I know it has always been there but it seems like racism, war, bullying, and just a lack of care... << Full Report >>

*Monday, September 19, 2016*


Tamela Mann's Album "One Way" Scores No. 1 On Billboard's Top Gospel Album Chart

Grammy® Award Nominated, NAACP Image Award-Winning Artist and Billboard Chart-Topping Singer TAMELA MANN's new album, One Way, debuts at No. 1 on multiple music sales charts, including both the Billboard's Top Gospel Album Chart and Billboard's Top Christian/Gospel Chart. The album entered Billboard's Top 200 at No. 45. One Way features the chart-blazing power ballad and No. 1 digital sales track, "God Provides," which is currently No. 3 on the Billboard Gospel Radio Chart this week... << Full Report >>

Inaugural Brave Worship Conference To Be Held Nov. 11-12 in Nashville

Dove Award winning songwriter Krissy Nordhoff and worship leader Maribeth Dodd will see their lifelong dream of mentoring fellow female worship leaders and songwriters come true when the inaugural Brave Worship Conference takes place Nov. 11-12 at Gateway Franklin Church right outside of Nashville. Registration is now open at www.braveworship.com/conference... << Full Report >>

Veridia's "Still Breathing" Debuts On All Digital Formats#

Today alt-rock band VERIDIA announces the release of their newest single, "Still Breathing," which is now available on all digital formats. The song will impact radio next Friday, September 23... << Full Report >>

toby TobyMac Announces 2017 "HITS DEEP Tour" and Live Album

Announced on K-LOVE/AIR1, TobyMac shared the diverse line-up for his 2017 “HITS DEEP Tour” including Matt Maher, Mandisa, Mac Powell from Third Day, Capital Kings, Ryan Stevenson and Hollyn who will join him on a trek of over 30 arenas across the U.S. presented by K-LOVE/AIR1, Food for the Hungry and Awakening Events. Tickets for the 2017 "HITS DEEP Tour" will go on sale on Sept. 23... << Full Report >>

Citizens & Saints Releases Highly Praised Album, "A Mirror Dimly," On September 16

Citizens & Saints dropped their highly praised third studio album A Mirror Dimly last Friday, September 16. Touted as one of the top worship album’s of the year, A Mirror Dimly is a result of a difficult time for the group as they dealt with the downfall of Mars Hill Church. Front man Zach Bolen had the chance to discuss the album with podcasts such as Catalyst Podcast, Deconstructionists Podcast... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 16, 2016*


Sarah Kelly Music School Set To Open Doors At A New Location In Houston Area On September 24

The privately-owned Sarah Kelly Music School is set to open doors at a new location on the well-known Market Street in The Woodlands, TX (Houston) on September 24. The school was founded in 2010 by two-time GRAMMY® nominee Sarah Kelly and her husband, producer Jonas Ekman. Beginning with only a handful of students, today they now average between 130-150 students annually from around the world... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 14, 2016*


Jonathan David & Melissa Helser Release "Beautiful Surrender" Sept. 30

Worship leaders and songwriters Jonathan David & Melissa Helser internationally release their eighth recording and first new album in four years, Beautiful Surrender, Sept. 30 from Bethel Music and through Provident Distribution. Widely recognized for their 2016 "Song" and "Worship Song of the Year" GMA Dove Award-nominated hit single "No Longer Slaves," which is featured as a bonus song on the new album... << Full Report >>

Sandi Patty Sells Out String of Fall Dates On Her Historic Forever Grateful: The Farewell Tour

he Most-Awarded Female Vocalist in Gospel Music History and Christian Music Icon Sandi Patty is following up her spring capacity-crowd run of shows by tacking on a string of sold-out shows on her Forever Grateful: The Farewell Tour. After high demand for tickets led to consistently sold-out shows across the country on the spring leg of the tour, four shows have already sold out on the fall run of the historic final outing. Celebrating her latest album... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 13, 2016*


Big Daddy Weave Big Daddy Weave Honored with Rich Mullins Impact Award

Last week, radio industry peers gathered at the annual CMB Momentum in Orlando, Fl. celebrating Christian Radio. Fervent Records' Big Daddy Weave was honored by Christian Music Broadcasters with the Rich Mullins Artist Impact Award for their long-time contributions to the music and ministry of Christian Radio... << Full Report >>

*Monday, September 12, 2016*


Amy Grant To Unveil "Tennessee Christmas," First New Holiday Album In Nearly 20 Years

Multi-platinum recording artist Amy Grant will unveil her first all-new Christmas album in nearly twenty years on October 21, just in time for the holiday season. A collection of thirteen new recordings, including the title track, Tennessee Christmas offers a blend of heartfelt originals and Grant’s own spin on popular Yuletide classics, seamlessly weaving together the joy... << Full Report >>

Diamond-Selling Band Journey’s Jonathan Cain Set To Release "What God Wants To Hear" Oct. 21

Jonathan Cain, longtime keyboardist and rhythm guitarist in Journey, co-writer of the No. 1 digital catalog song in history, “Don’t Stop Believin’,” as well as writer of “Faithfully” and co-writer of “Who’s Crying Now,” “Open Arms” and many more international hit songs, will release his solo album, What God Wants to Hear, Oct. 21 on Identity Records with The Fuel Music distribution... << Full Report >>

GRAMMY® Winner Chris Tomlin To Release "Never Lose Sight" October 21

GRAMMY® winner Chris Tomlin is preparing to unveil his eleventh studio album, Never Lose Sight, available everywhere October 21. Following in the footsteps of several chart-topping albums, Never Lose Sight features 11 new songs, including the beloved track "Good Good Father," which hit No. 1 on Billboard's Christian Digital Songs, Hot Christian Songs and Christian Airplay charts, also topping the MediaBase Christian Audience chart... << Full Report >>

Hillary Scott & The Scott Family's "Thy Will" Tops Three Radio Charts This Week/span>

Hillary Scott & The Scott Family's "Thy Will" has hit No. 1 on the National Christian Audience chart. Additionally, the single holds the No. 1 position on Billboard's Christian Digital Songs chart for the 13th consecutive week along with the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart for the seventh week... << Full Report >>

Planetshakers Band to Release New Album “Overflow” Sept. 30

The Dove nominated Planetshakers Band will release their new album, Overflow, Sept. 30 to the worldwide market through Integrity Music. he project was recorded live at the Planetshakers annual spring conference in Melbourne and features 15 new, original songs that were co-written by the band, and produced by worship leader and producer for Planetshakers, Joth Hunt... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 9, 2016*


Needtobreathe NEEDTOBREATHE to Perform on Conan on Monday, September 12

NEEDTOBREATHE is scheduled to perform on Conan on Monday, September 12. The band announced today in an email, "Hello from the road! We've spent the last few weeks kicking off TOUR DE COMPADRES and we have to say, this is our favorite tour that we've ever done. The crowds, the rest of the bands, the crew... crushing it... << Full Report >>

Crowder Crowder To Headline "American Prodigal Tour" In Support Of Anticipated New Album

Immediately following his Sept. 23 awaited debut of American Prodigal, Crowder's nationwide "American Prodigal Tour," featuring Tedashii and The New Respects, will kick-off to over 20 markets from west coast to east coast September through November. The headlining trek will support his newest 17 track album of the same name. The 2X GRAMMY® nominee debuted music from the project with a "Run Devil Run" music video featuring a Smokey... << Full Report >>

GAWVI Releases New EP "Holding Hue," Available Today

Critically acclaimed hip-hop producer, and now fully-fledged electro-pop/dance artist, GAWVI, returns with his second solo EP, Holding Hue. Released via Reach Records, Holding Hue is the follow up EP to GAWVI's Lost In Hue, which debuted as the Billboard's No. 2 Dance/Electronic album last month... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 8, 2016*


Skillet Skillet Premieres New Video for "Stars"

After a popular sit-down with the GRAMMY® nominated rockers, Skillet, People.com is exclusively premiering the new music video for "Stars" from the band's chart-topping album UNLEASHED (Aug. 5). The announcement comes shortly after the hit single reached No. 1 on the BDS Hot AC/CHR chart. "Stars" follows in the footsteps of the band's chart-climbing Active Rock and No. 1 Christian Rock track "Feel Invincible" whose music video has gained over ten million views on YouTube to-date... << Full Report >>

SCC and Crowder To Appear on 5th Annual K-LOVE Christmas Tour

25 Entertainment and K-LOVE are proud to announce the upcoming K-LOVE Christmas Tour. The much-loved tour, which is now in its fifth year, will be co-headlined by multi-GRAMMY® Award winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman and two-time GRAMMY nominated artist Crowder, and joined by special guest Unspoken. Tickets are now available for purchase by visiting... << Full Report >>

Chris Tomlin and Jason Crabb To Headline Sixth Annual Music With A Mission

Jim Gray (conductor, Nashville Symphony) along with the Grammy® award-winning Nashville Symphony, are gearing up for this year’s Music with a Mission on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. at the beautiful Schermerhorn Symphony Center with proceeds benefiting Nashville Rescue Mission. The Mission serves over 2,000 meals a day, and provides over 800 men, women, and children experiencing homelessness with safe shelter each night... << Full Report >>

Matthew Parker Announces New Full Length Album, "Adventure"

After a strong debut with his album, Shadowlands, electronic pop artist Matthew Parker is proud to announce the upcoming release of his new album "Adventure", which comes out on October 21st. Matthew started getting recognition when he began remixing artists like Capital Kings, Jonathan Thulin, Lecrae, Andy Mineo before releasing original material. His new album and single titled "Adventure" is certainly not a one dimensional piece of art. It mixes EDM, Pop and Hip Hop and his new fresh sound is getting quite the buzz after he recently released a preview... << Full Report >>

Tamela Mann Drops New Album "One Way" Friday, September 9

Grammy® Award Nominated, NAACP Image Award Winning Artist and Billboard Chart-Topping Singer TAMELA MANN releases her highly-anticipated new album ONE WAY Friday, September 9 on her Tillymann Music label through RED Distribution. Simultaneously, Walmart is releasing a special edition of the album that includes two exclusive bonus tracks. One Way features the power ballad single "God Provides," which is currently No. 4 on the Billboard Gospel Radio Chart this week. "God Provides" is written and produced by long-time friend and collaborating partner, Gospel Music Icon Kirk Franklin... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 7, 2016*


Natalie Grant Celebrate Christmas with Natalie Grant & Danny Gokey

Two of Christian music's powerhouse vocalists, Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey, will ring in this year's holiday season together on the Celebrate Christmas Tour, where they will share the stage each night in a fully-integrated set. Launching Dec. 1, the Celebrate Christmas Tour is scheduled to hit 11 cities including stops in Alabama, Texas, Indiana... << Full Report >>

Selah and Todd Smith Lead Inspirational Chart

Greatest Hymns, Vol. 2, the latest release from multi Dove Award-winners Selah, has landed at #1 on Nielsen SoundScan’s Inspirational chart this week, while There’s A Light, the new solo offering from Selah founding member Todd Smith, takes the #2 position on the same chart. Both projects bowed August 26 from Curb Records... << Full Report >>

Michael Sweet's "One Sided War" Lands On Billboard 200 At #77

Stryper frontman Michael Sweet continues to grow musically. His latest release One Sided War, released via Rat Pak Records, made a massive impact on the charts this week. The latest solo album from Sweet landed at #77 on the Billboard 200 with over 8300 units sold and was also #1 on the Hard Rock Albums and Top Christian Albums charts. One Sided War was also the #4 on Top Rock Albums, #6... << Full Report >>

Kirk Franklin, ft. Pharrell's "123 Victory Remix" Available Now

Kirk Franklin's latest chart-topping hit, "123 Victory Remix" (featuring Pharrell Williams), is now available at all digital providers. Franklin teamed up with singer-songwriter, rapper and producer Pharrell Williams to create the fresh new version, featuring the smooth sounds of Williams on the hip-hop infused track. The recently-released collaboration between the two multiple GRAMMY®-winning superstars marks another #1 record in Franklin's prolific career... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 6, 2016*


Chris Tomlin Chris Tomlin & Pat Barrett Write First Children's Book, "Good Good Father"

Chris Tomlin, Christian worship leader and Grammy and Dove award-winning music artist, has written songs that are sung by more people on a weekly basis than any other songwriter in the world. Now, his most recent single and K-LOVE "Song of the Year," Good Good Father (written by Pat Barrett and Tony Brown), lends inspiration to the children's picture book of the same name, available Oct. 4, 2016... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 2, 2016*


Switchfoot SWITCHFOOT's "Live It Well" Garners No. 1 Spot On Hot AC Radio Chart

GRAMMY® winning SWITCHFOOT's "Live It Well" has topped the Hot AC Chart at Christian radio. The hit comes from the GRAMMY® winners' tenth studio album Where The Light Shines Through (Vanguard Records, Capitol Christian Music Group) which debuted at No. 1 on the Christian Albums chart, No. 3 on the Rock, Alternative and Overall Digital Albums charts and No. 10 on the Billboard Top 200... << Full Report >>

Geoff Moore Returns with 'The Next Thing' Today

The Next Thing, the long awaited and highly anticipated CD from Contemporary Christian music legend Geoff Moore, releases today, Friday, September 2, 2016. The multi-Grammy nominated Dove Award winner's new project, which was released through Right Angle Music, is available on Moore's website, geoffmoore.com, and on iTunes, Amazon and other online retailers... << Full Report >>

GMA Announces Performers for 47th Annual GMA Dove Awards, October 11

The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announces initial list of performers set to appear at the 47th Annual GMA Dove Awards. TobyMac, Anthony Brown and Group TherAPy, Steven Curtis Chapman and Hollyn will perform. Blanca and Travis Greene will host the pre-telecast. In addition, LifeWay will join the event as a presenting sponsor. Hosted by for KING & COUNTRY and Tye Tribbett, the awards show will take place on Tuesday... << Full Report >>

#EWCON - Essential Worship Set to Host Conference for Worship Leaders, Pastors and Creatives

Essential Worship will be hosting #EWCON, a conference for worship leaders, pastors and creatives this month in Chicago. The two-day conference is geared to inspire and refresh those in ministry. #EWCON will take place at the historic Cathedral (935 North Dearborn Street) in Chicago on September 29-30. Registration is open now here... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 1, 2016*


Britt Nicole Britt Nicole Announces Release Date For Fourth Studio Album

On the heels of her Grammy-nominated third album and Top 40 success, Britt Nicole announced today that her fourth studio album, Britt Nicole, will be released in all stores this October 7th. Her announcement comes as a welcome surprise to her bevy of growing fans who have long suffered the wait since her last mega hit, Gold, which landed Britt her first Grammy nomination and fifth #1 radio single the same year... << Full Report >>

Audrey Assad Releases "Inheritance" Deluxe Edition Oct. 7

Critically lauded singer, songwriter and author, Audrey Assad, steps out from behind the piano to lead four new versions of songs from her five-star acclaimed and No. 1 selling Adult Contemporary (CMTA / SoundScan) album, Inheritance, released earlier this year. Collaborating with renowned cellist and composer Cara Fox, these re-imagined songs, live concert recordings and videos... << Full Report >>

Remedy Drive Releases "Hope's Not Giving Up" Sept. 2

Chart-topping rock band Remedy Drive returns September 2 with Hope's Not Giving Up, their 11th studio recording. Produced by Philip Zach, the project follows 2014's acclaimed Commodity-inspired by Remedy Drive founder and lead vocalist David Zach's undercover efforts to rescue human trafficking victims from slavery-and continues to declare a message of Hope and freedom... << Full Report >>


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Katy Nichole Jesus Changed My Life (Deluxe Bonus Video Version) [Centricity]
Seph Schlueter Counting My Blessings - EP [Provident]
Seventh Day Slumber Fractured Paradise [RockFest]
Spoken Reflection [XOVR]
Still Worship Still Worship Lofi, Vol. 2 [Integrity]
Tedashii Dead or Alive, Pt. 2 - EP [Reach]
Chris Tomlin Live from Good Friday [Capitol CMG]

SINGLES
Above the Clouds For God's Sake [Remix] - Single [Polished Arrow]
Big Daddy Weave Let It Begin - Single [Curb]
Convictions Sleeping Lotus - Single (independent)
Christine D'Clario Lift Your Head Up - Single [Capitol CMG]
EmanuelDaProphet VICIOUS CYCLE - Single [Capitol CMG]
Future of Forestry Forever - Single (independent)
Iveth Luna Right On Time - Single [Red Street]
New Life Worship Where the Story Ends - Single [Integrity]
Newsboys Heaven On Earth - Single [Capitol CMG]
REVERE RED (O The Blood) - Single [Integrity]
The Rocky Valentines Stick it Out - Single [Velvet Blue]
Sound Street Mountains Will Fall - Single [Sonlite]
Vineyard Worship Real Thing - Single [Vineyard UK]
Phil Wickham The Jesus Way (Hometown Version) - Single [Fair Trade]

Next Friday, March 22, 2024
ALBUMS
Meredith Andrews Heaven's Frequency (Live) [Curb]
Jaime Jamgochian Sacred Surrender [Wings]
Whitecross Fear No Evil (independent)

SINGLES
Big Daddy Weave Let It Begin - Single [Curb]
Hannah Kerr If I Were You - Single [Curb]
Mac Powell Like It's Nothing - Single [Capitol CMG]
We The Kingdom Church Music - Single [Capitol CMG]


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