Jesusfreakhideout.com Music News: September 2023

September, 2023

*Saturday, September 30, 2023*

Dezzy Yates Added to "Street Fighter"-Inspired Soundtrack

Dezzy Yates has been selected to be part of a soundtrack that honors both the Street Fighter franchise and the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop (celebrated during the month of August). The song is a revamping of Yates’ mixtape Tales From the Checkered Backpack, released in 2016, record “Sonic Boom” which featured PM Lowe and Treble along with production by The Alumni... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 29, 2023*

RED Releases First Studio Album In Three Years, RATED R

GRAMMY® nominated, RIAA Certified Gold®-selling alternative metal band RED releases RATED R today at digital and streaming outlets globally from RED ENTERTAINMENT / The Fuel Music via https://slinky.to/RatedR... << Full Report >>

Casting Crowns Celebrates 20 Years As A Band With Album, Tour & Film

GRAMMY-winning, multi-Platinum-selling group Casting Crowns is celebrating their 20th Anniversary as a band this fall with a legacy album, Lifesong: A Celebration of the First 20 Years, available here. Continuing the celebration, the group is touring this fall on the "Casting Crowns' 20th Anniversary Tour: A Live Symphony Experience,"... << Full Report >>

Sidewalk Prophets Announces 5th Annual "Great Big Family Christmas Tour"

Curb | Word Entertainment’s Sidewalk Prophets is excited to announce their 5^th annual “Great Big Family Christmas Tour,” a night of celebration and memory making with loved ones, kicking off 12/1. Fans can purchase pre-sale tickets now HERE... << Full Report >>

Colton Dixon Releases New, Original Christmas Song, "Home for Christmas"

As this year continues be a whirlwind of activity for Colton Dixon, he is ringing in Christmas early with the debut of the original track, "Home For Christmas," available across all DSPs today.... << Full Report >>

On The Talleys' Latest Live Release, They Sing the Beloved Hymn, "No One Ever Cared For Me Like Jesus"

Opening with a few moving words from Debra Talley, “No One Ever Cared For Me Like Jesus” — the latest entry in The Talleys’ new streaming-only series of live recordings for... << Full Report >>

Inventive Rock Band Adamic Releases Self-Titled Album, Produced by Disciple's Andrew Stanton

Inventive rock duo Adamic has released their self-titled album Adamic, produced by Disciple’s Andrew Stanton. The 11-track project is a collection of new songs and re-recorded updates of older pieces... << Full Report >>

The Inspirations' "Reunion LIVE" Traces the Quartet's Storied History

In an epic encounter that brought together The Inspirations’ past and present, current and former members of the storied Southern Gospel group gave a performance for the ages at the 2022 National Quartet Convention — and now listeners everywhere can... << Full Report >>

The Protest Release Hard-Hitting Single "Dying Breath"

With new single “Dying Breath,” The Protest is leaving it all on the line — with more heart than ever before. The independently released track is streaming everwhere at https://ffm.to/tp_db1... << Full Report >>

Equippers Worship Releases New EP, "Desert River"

Today, New Zealand worship team Equippers Worship releases their new EP, Desert River available on all digital retail and streaming service providers via DREAM Worship. Songs from the 4-song EP were produced by David Darby, Joshua Huirua and Kepz Tumai and co-written by Robert McCann, Shonbanet Tiatia, Isaac Sutherland, Kenan... << Full Report >>

Fresh Start Worship Releases New Album, "He Is Here"

Multi-Stellar Award-nominated Gospel group, Fresh Start Worship, has released their latest LP, He Is Here. This 12-track album is a follow up to their two EPs, He Is Excellent, released on March 17^th and He Is Friend, released on August 18^th. The dynamic vocal ensemble explores themes of faith... << Full Report >>

KJ-52 Drops New Album "Still Standing"

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the largest hurricane ever to hit Southwest Florida, and commemorating this significant event is KJ-52’s latest album release, “Still Standing”. Fueled by personal experiences and stories from a community still picking up the pieces, the album is a testament to human... << Full Report >>

Natalie Layne Releases "Amen (At The Piano)" EP Dec. 15

Soul-inspired pop singer/songwriter, worship leader and producer Natalie Layne is also an accomplished pianist who has re-recorded new piano and vocal versions of her six-song Centricity Music debut EP, Amen. Every two weeks through Nov. 10, Layne will release a new single from... << Full Report >>

Blanca Continues Journey of Self-Discovery With Deluxe Edition of Acclaimed "The Heartbreak And The Healing" Album

Curb | Word Entertainment recording artist Blanca continues her personal journey of self-discovery with the release of the deluxe edition of her acclaimed, introspective album, The Heartbreak And The Healing, out today (9/29) — listen HERE. Along with the LP’s 13 initial songs, the expanded version features two brand new originals (“If It Ain’t You” and “Tell ‘Em It Was You”) as well as an array of... << Full Report >>

The Dingees Return with New EP, "Dropseeds"

Long Beach California’s The Dingees ‘Dropseeds’ E.P. marks the return of International City Recordings flagship band. After playing strictly ska as ‘Peg & The Rejected’ in recent years, as well as other side projects and solo albums, the original core return with the trademark mix of punk, ska & reggae... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 28, 2023*

*Wednesday, September 27, 2023*

Chosen Road Makes RFD-TV Debut

RFD-TV, the nation’s first 24-hour television network featuring programming focused on the agribusiness, equine and rural lifestyles, along with traditional country music and entertainment, welcomed bluegrass Gospel chart-toppers Chosen Road to its Nashville studio earlier this week... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 26, 2023*

Riley Clemmons Earns First RIAA Certification for "Fighting for Me"

Last Thursday, Capitol CMG presented multi-talented artist and one of People Magazine’s Emerging Artists Riley Clemmons with a plaque recognizing the Gold certification of her single, “Fighting For Me,” alongside co-writers Jordan Sapp and Ethan Hulse and producer Jordan Sapp at an intimate album release party. This milestone marks... << Full Report >>

Skillet's John Cooper to Release Second Book, "Wimpy Weak and Woke" Nov. 14

John Cooper, lead-singer of 17x platinum rock band Skillet, author of best-selling book “Awake & Alive to Truth," and host of the popular Cooper Stuff podcast, is ready to tell America how "truth can save us from Utopian destruction," in his forth-coming second book, "WIMPY, WEAK AND WOKE," coming this fall on November 14th... << Full Report >>

Elevation Worship's "O Come To The Altar" RIAA-Certified Double Platinum

The chart-topping single "O Come To The Altar" from the GRAMMY Award-winning and multi-platinum group Elevation Worship has been certified Double Platinum by the RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA® (RIAA). This is their first double-platinum single... << Full Report >>

Earnest Pugh Releases Song of Praise and Thanksgiving as Single

The Gentleman of Gospel, Award Winning Billboard Chart Topper Earnest Pugh offers an amazing song of Thanksgiving for Gospel music lovers around the world. The blazing tune, “Give Him Thanks/We Offer Praise” is capturing the hearts of people and is a welcome addition to choirs and choral aggregations just in time for Thanksgiving... << Full Report >>

Wilson Fairchild To Deliver "Statler Made" Jan. 12, 2024

Wilson Fairchild, the country music duo composed of cousins Langdon Reid and Wil Reid (sons of the Statler Brothers’ Don Reid and Harold Reid, respectively), is set to deliver a 12-track album, Statler Made, on Jan. 12, 2024, via Gaither Music Group... << Full Report >>

Trombonist Bob McChesney Brings a Fresh Take on a Classic with "How Great Thou Art"

Today, MoCo Records proudly unveils the latest single from world-renowned trombonist Bob McChesney, titled “How Great Thou Art.” This instrumental jazz rendition of the timeless hymn, crafted with a deep spiritual undertone, is a standout track on McChesney’s latest jazz album “Come Sunday,” an album which he... << Full Report >>

*Monday, September 25, 2023*

ONE House Music to Release New EP, "Eyes Up," Oct. 6

ONE House Music, a collective of diverse musicians, vocalists, songwriters, and producers will release their new EP, Eyes Up, to be released on October 6th through REThink/Capitol CMG. The collective was founded by Pastor Touré Roberts at ONE | A Potter’s House Church (Los Angeles) led by he and his wife, Sarah Jakes Roberts, both senior pastors of the church.... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 22, 2023*

Fellowship Creative Debuts Album, THE HELP PROJECT, Dedicated to Helping Those Struggling in Life

Worship collective, Fellowship Creative has released their latest album THE HELP PROJECT featuring the hit title track and the popular “PHONE SONG” the music video that has garnered over half a million views on YouTube. In honor of the album debut, the Dallas based group is... << Full Report >>

Jaime Jamgochian Releases "Our Father," Her New Song Featuring Selah

Singer, songwriter, worship leader, and GMA Dove Award nominee Jaime Jamgochian is thrilled to announce her new single, “Our Father,” is out today. The song will appear on her upcoming album, Sacred Surrender (Avodah Music), slated for release in the spring of 2024. Jamgochian is the flagship artist for the new independent label. Listen to... << Full Report >>

American Arson To Release "Sand & Cinder, Tide & Timber" November 3 from Facedown Records

American Arson’s newest LP “Sand & Cinder, Tide & Timber” is a unique addition to the band’s discography. The whole album plays on themes that tie together with connecting lyrical threads, while also producing superior stand-alone tracks. Songs like “Arrowheads” and “Adversity” acknowledge that life is full of misery and difficult... << Full Report >>

Consumed By Fire Drops Fresh New Album, "First Things First"

Red Street Records’ Top 5 charting CCM group Consumed By Fire releases their brand new album, First Things First, available everywhere today (listen HERE). The album launches... << Full Report >>

NEEDTOBREATHE Performs "Dreams" on The Today Show

GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE took the stage of NBC’s TODAY on Tuesday morning with Judah & The Lion for a live performance of “Dreams,” from their newly released ninth studio album CAVES. To watch the performance, click HERE... << Full Report >>

Anthony Evans Releases Lead Single, "Even If," From Forthcoming Album

Anthony Evans, No.1 Billboard charting Gospel artist, producer, performer, author, and vocal contractor/arranger for some of music’s most popular icons, announces the release of his brand new single, “Even If.” Available today, the song is the lead track from... << Full Report >>

Natalie Grant Releases "Bridge Over Troubled Water," feat. Tasha Cobbs Leonard

Today, nine-time GRAMMY Award nominee and Curb | Word Entertainment artist Natalie Grant has released her soulful gospel rendition of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” with one of Gospel Music’s top artists, Tasha Cobbs Leonard. Originally written by Paul Simon and released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1970 and inspired by a classic gospel song... << Full Report >>

Grace Graber Gives Voice to Social Media Burnout with "Superficiality"

Grace Graber is voicing the world’s social media burnout with her sassy latest single “Superficiality,” now available on all major streaming platforms at https://presave.to/mWINGSMDB5143 and going for radio adds through PlayMPE on September 28. “Superficiality” is a timely... << Full Report >>

Matt Moore Releases Mental Health-Focused Song "Tether" in Collaboration with Zahna

Christian rock mainstay Matt Moore has released a new mental health-focused song with “Tether,” a scorching collaboration with Zahna. The track was cowritten and produced by Josiah Prince of Disciple. “Tether” is available now at https://vibe.to/mm-tether... << Full Report >>

Rock City Worship Releases New Song From Upcoming EP

Rock City Worship, the musical initiative of Rock City Church based in Columbus, Ohio, has released a new song, "Evidence," from the forthcoming EP, Testify. The six-song live EP will release next month on October 13th. Click here to... << Full Report >>

James Fortune Returns with EP, "WORTH IT"

Today, GRAMMY-nominated and multiple Stellar Award winner, James Fortune releases his long-awaited brand-new EP, WORTH IT. WORTH IT, features seven songs with a timely message of encouragement, reminding listeners that their struggle and life... << Full Report >>

Riley Clemmons Releases New Album, "Church Pew," Today

Today, multi-talented artist and one of People Magazine’s Emerging Artists Riley Clemmons has released her long awaited third studio album, Church Pew via Capitol CMG. From the introspective and hopeful opening piano chords of “Church Pew” to the heartbreaking loss and grief reflected in “This Side of Heaven... << Full Report >>

DOE Releases New Song, "Holy Hands"

Six-time GRAMMY® nominee and two-time GMA Dove Award® winning singer, songwriter, and musician DOE releases a new song today, "HOLY HANDS" (RCA Inspiration/Life Room Label)... << Full Report >>

CAIN Drops Title Track From New Album, "Jesus Music"

Leading up to the October 13 release of their upcoming album, Jesus Music, the award-winning sibling trio CAIN drops the song of the same name today. Accompanied by a uniquely created music video, "Jesus Music"... << Full Report >>

Lauren, Amber & Kenna's "A Little Bit Of Heaven" Gives a Glimpse of What's to Come

For their second Horizon Records single, powerhouse vocal trio Lauren (Talley), Amber (Epinette Saunders) & Kenna (Turner West) offer “A Little Bit of Heaven,” a deliciously... << Full Report >>

Girder Music Announces Vinyl Releases for Petra's "Unseen Power," "Beyond Belief" and "Wake Up Call"

For the first time ever in the USA you can now get your hands on Petra's Beyond Belief, Unseen Power and Wake Up Call albums on 180 gram colored vinyl. Originally only 2 of the 3 were released in the UK and Brazil on vinyl, but none of them were ever released in the USA on vinyl. We did these right. They are fully remastered, 180 gram color records with... << Full Report >>

Equippers Worship Drop New Song "Living Water"

New Zealand worship team Equippers Worship announces the release of their upcoming EP Desert River coming September 29th and today the team releases their first song off of the EP titled “Living Water.” Produced by Joshua Huirua and David Darby, this upbeat single is both hopeful and full of worship. The song was... << Full Report >>

Canyon Hills Worship Releases Radio Version Of "Abide"

Today, Canyon Hills Worship releases the radio version of their song “Abide.” Originally released as a live cut on their latest album All To Jesus, the song drew attention from retailers landing key features on Spotify's New Music Friday Christian and Best Of Live Worship playlists... << Full Report >>

Signum Regis Releases Lyric Video for New Single, "Daniel's Prophecy"

The melodic power metal band SIGNUM REGIS just released a lyric video for "Daniel's Prophecy", the second single from their new album "Undivided." "The song 'Daniel's Prophecy' is one of the band's favourite songs. It is mainly up-tempo, but it also goes through a couple of mood and tempo changes and has epic lyrics... << Full Report >>

Anchored Music Releases New Single, "Disarm," Feat. Joe L. Barnes

Anchored Music, a dynamic community of artists, worship leaders and storytellers, launches today with the highly anticipated release of “Disarm,” featuring breakout artist Joe L. Barnes. Penned by Barnes, Stefan Cashwell, Emmy Rose and Jessie Early, “Disarm” was produced by Steve Rice and Anchored Music... << Full Report >>

Singer-Songwriter Mark Roberts Takes Leap of Faith with New Album, "Come Alive"

Veteran singer-songwriter and band leader Mark Roberts has announced the release of his new album, “Come Alive” — Available today wherever music is sold. Produced by GRAMMY and Dove Award winner Tom Hemby, the album is Roberts’ first foray into Contemporary Christian Music... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 21, 2023*

MercyMe's "To Not Worship You" Hits No. 1 on 4 Billboard and Mediabase Charts

GRAMMY®-nominated band MercyMe's latest single, "To Not Worship You," has hit No. 1 on four different Billboard and Mediabase charts. The song is the second No. 1 from their latest best selling project, ALWAYS ONLY JESUS, following the Dove Award-nominated... << Full Report >>

NF Announces Second Leg of Hope Tour for 2024

Today, chart-topping, multi-Platinum rapper/producer NF announced the second leg of the HOPE TOUR, spanning the U.S. and Australia/New Zealand, and produced by Live Nation. The tour begins at HBF Stadium in Perth on February 2, 2024 – the first of five Australian shows – and visits Spark Arena in Auckland, New Zealand on February 11. A series of 22 U.S.... << Full Report >>

for KING and COUNTRY, Sarah Reeves and Tori Kelly Join Live In The Vineyard

Live In The Vineyard (LITV), the highly anticipated music event presented by Visit Napa Valley®, is poised to make its return to the picturesque landscapes of Napa Valley, California, from November 1-3, 2023. This annual gathering promises an unparalleled fusion of music, wine, and culinary excellence, all set against the stunning backdrop of Napa Valley's vineyard-dotted hillsides... << Full Report >>

Procyse and Nikkuubeats are "Incredible" in New Group Souljornerz

On Tuesday, September 19, at Belmont University’s The Fisher Center for Performing Arts, Music Health Alliance (MHA) — the music industry’s crucial nonprofit healthcare resource — 2x Grammy award-winning artist Lauren Daigle, and special guests came together to address the critical healthcare... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 20, 2023*

Music Health Alliance and Lauren Daigle Join Forces To Create The Price Legacy Fund

On Tuesday, September 19, at Belmont University’s The Fisher Center for Performing Arts, Music Health Alliance (MHA) — the music industry’s crucial nonprofit healthcare resource — 2x Grammy award-winning artist Lauren Daigle, and special guests came together to address the critical healthcare... << Full Report >>

Love and the Outcome Embrace "Human" Struggle with Latest Single

Multi-GMA Canada Covenant Award-winners Love & The Outcome return with the recently-released “Human,” a buoyant pop anthem signaling the husband/wife duo’s emergence from one of the toughest seasons of their life... << Full Report >>

Vineyard Worship & Dreaming The Impossible To Release "Who You Are (Single)" Friday, September 22nd

Vineyard Worship announce new single ‘Who You Are’ recorded live at Dreaming The Impossible, a festival for young people from churches everywhere which grew to 4,000 this summer. ‘Who You Are’ is a high energy anthem that reminds us that Jesus is unchanging, his Kingdom is unshakable and his constant love for us never... << Full Report >>

Dustin Starks Releases Music Video for "Canvas"

Emerging as a beacon of joy and vibrant faith in the Christian music scene, independent artist Dustin Starks collaborates with Nick Morrow to release a visually stunning and energetically uplifting music video for the chart-topping single "Canvas"... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 19, 2023*

Rock the Universe 2024 Announced for Jan. 26-27, Feat. Casting Crowns, Lecrae and More

Universal Orlando Resort is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup of Rock the Universe, Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, occurring January 26 and 27, 2024. The rocking weekend kicks off Friday night with performances by GRAMMY-nominated rock band, We The Kingdom... << Full Report >>

Tauren Wells Announced As Host and Performer for 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards

The Gospel Music Association is pleased to announce Tauren Wells as the host for the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Named the GMA Dove Awards Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in 2018, the eight-time winner and 17-time nominee will also be performing on the show. The GMA Dove Awards are happening live and in person in Nashville... << Full Report >>

Shane Davis Releases "Heaven's Our Reward" to Christian Radio

Independent Christian artist Shane Davis is elated to announce the release of his uplifting single "Heaven's Our Reward" to Christian radio today. The song, which is a part of his album "Run To Me," is available across Christian AC, Christian Rock, and Christian Country formats. As both the writer and the voice behind the song, Shane seeks to... << Full Report >>

*Monday, September 18, 2023*

"K-LOVE Live at Red Rocks" Hits Theaters November 6 and 7

Fathom Events and Educational Media Foundation (EMF) are proud to bring this special concert event, “K-LOVE Live at Red Rocks,” to the big screen on Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00 pm local time. Experience what fans are calling the Christian music event of the year! Captured earlier this year, the film features... << Full Report >>

Alex Henry Foster Shares "Hope for Morocco" Campaign

Alex Henry Foster's Hope for Morocco campaign is an initiative that rose following the tragic earthquake that hit the southwest of Morocco on the night of September 8th, 2023. Eager to make a gesture that aims to be unifying and apolitical, but above all carries a... << Full Report >>

Bringing Home Unveils Final Chapter in "Rising" Music Video Series

Bringing Home, the dynamic Christian band renowned for their messages of hope and salvation, has released the climactic final chapter and the music video of their riveting series for their hit single "Rising." This chapter seals the intense and action-packed narrative that has vividly brought the soul-stirring lyrics of "Rising" to life, guiding... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 15, 2023*

NEEDTOBREATHE'S 9th Studio Album CAVES Out Today

Today, GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE celebrates the release of CAVES, their ninth studio album. CAVES is a collection of awe-inspiring melodies, breathtaking instrumentation and epic-scale energy, giving the... << Full Report >>

for KING and COUNTRY Release Deluxe Version of "What Are We Waiting For"

Multi-GRAMMY® Award winning and RIAA Platinum-selling Curb | Word Entertainment recording artist for KING + COUNTRY drops the deluxe edition of their GRAMMY® nominated and American Music Award winning album, “WHAT ARE WE WAITING FOR?” titled “WHAT ARE WE WAITING FOR? +” today... << Full Report >>

Brooke Ligertwood Debuts New Single, "Desert Song," from Upcoming Album

Platinum recording artist & GRAMMY®-award winning songwriter, producer and worship leader Brooke Ligertwood announces the release of her second single “Desert Song” from her highly anticipated sophomore solo album “EIGHT.” Available today along... << Full Report >>

Singer Songwriter Victory Drops New Video for "David's Brothers"

Grammy® Award winning Roc Nation singer-songwriter VICTORY, drops her new music video for “David’s Brothers.” Filmed at the historic Parthenon landmark in Nashville, Tenn., the song is a featured track from her highly acclaimed gospel album... << Full Report >>

Cory Asbury Releases First Album in Three Years "Pioneer"

Today, multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY Award Nominee, Cory Asbury has released his fifth studio album, Pioneer, via BEC Recordings. The raw and vulnerable body of work was a long time in the making and taps into life experiences that Asbury has not previously shared. Teaming up with a veritable who’s-who in Nashville including Lori McKenna (Tim McGraw, Taylor... << Full Report >>

Maverick City Music Releases "The Maverick Way" 6-Track Project Out Today

Today (9.15), five-time GRAMMY Award-winning music collective Maverick City Music announces the ‘The Maverick Way’ EP via TRIBL Records. Featuring collaborations with Noah Schnacky, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Bobbi Storm and Wande, the 6-track project is available now... << Full Report >>

Tedashii Drops New EP "Dead or Alive"

Tedashii releases "Dead Or Alive Pt. 1," the first EP of a series he intends to rollout over the coming months. Throughout his life and this rollout, Tedashii has been vocal about the various trials and tribulations he's endured from losing his 1 year old son, Chase, to more recently, the serious fall he took backstage... << Full Report >>

Koryn Hawthorne Releases New Single, "Look at God"

Today, two-time GRAMMY^® nominated, Billboard Music and NAACP Image Award winning, inspirational artist, Koryn Hawthorne, releases her brand new single, “Look At God,” lifted from her forthcoming third album. The triple-threat entertainer’s new single, “Look At God” is available to... << Full Report >>

Steven Malcolm Releases New Single, "Cardio"

Curb | Word Entertainment recording artist Steven Malcolm hits the ground running on his fresh track, “Cardio,” available today (9/15) — listen HERE. An official music video in support of the song is... << Full Report >>

Katy Nichole Announces "Jesus Changed My Life" Deluxe Album; "Jesus, Thank You" Featuring CAIN, David Leonard Releases Today

Centricity Music’s RIAA Certified Gold®-selling, Recording Academy-featured Chartbreaker Katy Nichole announces that the first single from the deluxe edition of her GMA Dove Award-nominated debut... << Full Report >>

Kirk Franklin Premieres Personal New Documentary "Father's Day: A Kirk Franklin Story," Out Now

From record-breaking hits to 19 GRAMMY® Awards, Kirk Franklin has created an esteemed career that spans over 30 years as an artist, songwriter, musician, producer, and a slate of other projects in television, film, radio and more... << Full Report >>

Open Heaven Releases New Song "None Like You"

Open Heaven Band worship team releases their newest musical offering titled “None Like You.” Recorded live at Faith Life Church, the single was produced by Scott Mearig and co-written by Titus Chang, Amy Freudiger, Zach Traylor, Erik Parise and Alexis Keesee. The song is available today on all digital retail and streaming service providers via DREAM Worship... << Full Report >>

Jamie Pritchard Releases EP "Tapestry (Acoustic)"

Singer songwriter Jamie Pritchard, from Poole, is releasing a new EP, ‘Tapestry (Acoustic) on the 15^th of September, pre-save here. Following on from his EP ‘Tapestry’, with tracks such as ‘Brick by Brick’ (featuring on Spotify’s New Music Friday Christian), and ‘Tapestry’, ‘Shadowlands’, and ‘My Jesus’(receiving radio play on UCB1&2 respectively), Jamie is releasing a 6 track Acoustic version EP, with... << Full Report >>

Donald Lawrence Honors Twinkie Clark on "Power, A Tribute to Twinkie Clark"

Donald Lawrence has released his latest full-length album, Donald Lawrence Presents Power: A Tribute to Twinkie Clark. The GRAMMY^®-winning legendary producer, recording artist, songwriter and music director delivers a reimagined 8-track project honoring the legendary Twinkie Clark’s early... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 14, 2023*

Jekalyn Carr Announces New Self-Titled Album, JEKALYN

GRAMMY® nominated and Stellar Award winning Jekalyn Carr announces her new self-titled album, JEKALYN, due via WayNorth Music. JEKALYN is preceded by the Billboard Gospel National Airplay #1 single, “I Believe God,” and is due in stores and online Friday, October 20, 2023... << Full Report >>

Jordan St. Cyr Releases "Rescue" EP

Rescue, the new EP from multi-award-winning Canadian artist and songwriter Jordan St. Cyr, is out now. Released on Sept. 8 (BEC Recordings), the project features three versions of the title track - the previously released studio version, one that includes GRAMMY Award®-winning artist and songwriter Tiffany Hudson (Elevation Worship), along with an acoustic version... << Full Report >>

iNTELLECT Connects with CHH Veteran on Revamped Single

As Ohio’s iNTELLECT prepares to share an overhauled version of his 2019 album ‘The Soulution,’ he is dropping the title track on September 15, 2023. On The Soulution single, iNTELLECT once again works alongside long-time collaborator DJ Sean P and veteran emcee Kaboose. The trio showcases the ability to slay the track while... << Full Report >>

Matthew West to Receive Prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award

ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis, will honor songwriter and artist Matthew West with the ASCAP Golden Note Award... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 13, 2023*

Awakening Foundation Announces The Dates For TobyMac's Hits Deep 2024 Tour

Awakening Foundation announces the dates of TobyMac's Hits Deep 2024 Tour. Supported by K-LOVE, Air1, Altrua Healthshare, and Food for the Hungry, the 30-city run kicks off on January 26 and will run through March 23... << Full Report >>

Syntax Creative Assembles GMA Showcase and Panel to Pave Way for "Future Legacy"

The 54th annual GMA Dove Awards, which takes place on October 15th-19th, has empowered their Christian Hip Hop committee—led by Syntax Creative, Reflection Music Group and Rocketown—to create Future Legacy. This is a two day event which will take place at Rocketown in downtown Nashville... << Full Report >>

Anthem Edition Announces Upcoming Album, "Here Comes Christmas"

For their first release since last year’s Music To Your Ears — and their first under their new name — Anthem Edition, the acclaimed Southern Gospel quartet formerly known as The Old Paths, serve up a multi-faceted collection of Christmas songs that... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 12, 2023*

LouAnn Lee Offers "God's Peace" with Her Song "My Peace I Promise You"

Renowned Christian artist LouAnn Lee unveils her latest radio single, “My Peace I Promise You,” delivering a message of God’s peace and the hopeful anticipation of reunion, to Christian radio stations nationwide today. This cherished piece, culled from her well-received album “Piano Peace,” stands as a testament... << Full Report >>

*Monday, September 11, 2023*

Erica Campbell To Release Anticipated 3rd Studio Album, "I LOVE YOU," Friday

I LOVE YOU" is the anticipated third studio album from is the anticipated third studio album from multi-award winning singer-songwriter-producer-actor-pastor’s wife-media personality, ERICA CAMPBELL. The album will be released on Friday, September 15th, via the My Block Inc/SRG-ILS Group label imprint.... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 8, 2023*

REVERE Introduces New Live Album

REVERE is a collective of worship leaders and church leaders who are artists, songwriters, and content creators with a radical belief in the reverential worship of Jesus. On September 8th, they release “The Mystery of Christ,” a new live album that joined together worship leaders and thought leaders from the US, UK, and South America... << Full Report >>

Phil Wickham's "I Believe" Debuts at #1 on Billboard Top Christian Album Chart

Two-time GRAMMY® nominee Phil Wickham's acclaimed new studio album I BELIEVE made its anticipated debut in a big way last week, entering Billboard's Top Christian Album Sales Chart at #1, while also hitting top 5 on Billboard's Top 5 Current Digital Album Chart. I BELIEVE marks the respected worship... << Full Report >>

Amy Grant To Release "Lead Me On LIVE 1989" on Oct. 6

On October 6th, six-time GRAMMY-winner Amy Grant will release a long-awaited, fan-anticipated project, Lead Me On Live 1989. Originally recorded during her Lead Me On World Tour in 1988-89, and mostly unreleased except for a few songs included on the 20th Anniversary Edition of the original “Lead Me On” album, this new collection of 18 tracks from the Ft. Worth, TX tour stop includes the full-concert experience... << Full Report >>

Anna Golden Releases "I Love It Here" Peformance Video

Today (9.8), powerhouse vocalist Anna Golden shares a live performance video for her piano-driven ballad “I Love It Here,” which appears on her powerful, uplifting new album ‘Church’ (8.11)... << Full Report >>

Limoblaze Releases New Single, "Talk and Do"

After their successful collaboration in 2022 on “Gold” which accumulated over 3.5 million streams, Afrogospel pioneer Limoblaze & Ada Ehi are back to release “Talk & Do,” an exuberant track about the power of walking in faith. This is Limoblaze's 8th new single of the year after being named one of Tidal's Rising Artist to Watch in 2023... << Full Report >>

New Lucy Grimble Song is Heartbeat of Forthcoming Album

British worship artist Lucy Grimble releases the last single before her awaited studio album releasing on October 6th, 2023. The new song is called “Ready for the Dawn,” and was written in 2020 amid an intense period of writer’s block resulting from the trauma of the pandemic, internal... << Full Report >>

Zahriya Zachary Releases "Surrounded By Holy" EP

Today, Bethel Music Collective artist Zahriya Zachary has released the Surrounded By Holy EP which includes a new live version of “Surrounded by Holy” recorded at this year’s Worship School. The introspective single was originally released as part of Bethel Music’s Come Up Here earlier this year and speaks to the majesty that God has... << Full Report >>

Neal Morse, Nick D’Virgilio & Ross Jennings Launch "Anywhere The Wind Blows"

Three titans of progressive rock, Nick D’Virgilio (Big Big Train), Neal Morse (Transatlantic, NMB) & Ross Jennings (Haken, Novena) joined forces in 2021 for their ‘Troika’ album, a record that saw them exploring their love of more acoustic-led music and three-part... << Full Report >>

Planetshakers' Youth Band planetboom Releases "I Was Made For This - Demo"

The dynamic, multicultural youth ministry of Planetshakers Church, planetboom, releases “I Was Made For This - Demo” today (Sept. 8) to digital and streaming outlets globally from Venture3Media (V3M) via https://planetboom.streamlink.to/IWasMadeForThisDemo... << Full Report >>

Western Australia's A Sight In Veracity Unveils New EP

Never content with settling for the status quo, Western, Australia's A Sight In Veracity is back with a genre-destroying seven song EP, "Trivial Imagination, Pt. 1." The duo perfectly mingles together unlikely components of indie rock, vapor wave, pop sensibilities, and crushing metal segments. Citing influences like Loathe, Life On Venus, Invent Animate, and other similar artists... << Full Report >>

The SteelDrivers' "Tougher Than Nails" Gospel Album Out Now

GRAMMY and IBMA Award winners The SteelDrivers' 11-track gospel album, Tougher Than Nails, is out today, via Gaither Music Group. Stream/download/purchase Tougher Than Nails here... << Full Report >>

Third Culture Worship Kids Unveil "Good Morning God" with Lyric Video

Third Culture Worship Kids, featuring Zion Thompson and Alyssa Flores, proudly releases their new single, "Good Morning God (The Wake Up Song)". More than just a lively and cheerful track, it's a song rooted in love, connection, and the power of positive mornings... << Full Report >>

AOH Music to Release New Single, "Fall On Me," On Sept. 15th

AOH Music (vocalist Brianne Nealon, drummer Jimmy Meier, and guitarist/producer Jack Garno) reminds us that Jesus is always pursuing us, especially when we fall, with their new single “Fall On Me,” releasing Friday, September 15th... << Full Report >>

Shreveport Radio Personality, Pastor CeJay (Charles Johnson), Becomes National Influential Figures in Gospel Music

This past weekend, known radio personality Pastor CeJay (Charles Johnson) of KOKA Radio Station was sworn in as President of the National Association of Gospel Radio, Inc.(www.wearenagr.org) at their convention earlier this month, making him one of the most influential figures in gospel music. The association has hundreds of members, and collectively, they reach millions across the United States of America... << Full Report >>

*Thursday, September 7, 2023*

NEEDTOBREATHE Step Into Headlining Slot At Moon River Music Festival This Weekend

GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE will step in to headline the Moon River Music Festival this Saturday in Chattanooga, TN in place of folk trio CAAMP. With “some of the best vocal performances, instrumentation and stage presence,” (Toronto Star) the band will close out the first night... << Full Report >>

Tamela Mann's "Take Me to The King" RIAA Certified Double Platinum, Kicks-Off Reunion Tour Oct. 1

Grammy Award Winner, Stellar Award Winner, Billboard Music Award Winner, and 2022 American Music Award Winner for Favorite Gospel Artist, Tamela Mann, is celebrating the latest RIAA certification of her record-breaking, chart-topping single, "Take Me to The King." The song, written by Gospel Icon Kirk Franklin and featured on her... << Full Report >>

VVS Big Rock Drops His Debut Project

“In these you too once walked, when you were living in them. But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth. Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.” [Colossians 3:7-10]... << Full Report >>

*Wednesday, September 6, 2023*

Kirk Franklin Releases New Song, "Needs," with "Father's Day" Album Pre-Order

19-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, songwriter, and producer Kirk Franklin has launched a new single “Needs” along with an album pre-order for his upcoming album Father’s Day (Fo Yo Soul/RCA). His new album will be released on October 6... << Full Report >>

Porter's Call Annual Fundraiser "Evening Of Stories" Brought Music And Community Together

Stories were shared, songs were sung, and communities were brought together for Porter's Call "Evening of Stories" fundraiser held last week, August 29th at Belmont University's Fisher Center... << Full Report >>

Natalie Grant to Sing National Anthem for NFL's Primetime Kickoff Game Sept. 7

For nine-time GRAMMY Award nominee Natalie Grant, it might seem like business as usual, but the list of her acclaimed performances of our country’s National Anthem only gets longer and more prestigious. This Thursday will mark yet another milestone for Grant, who has been chosen to sing for the NFL’s Annual Primetime Kickoff Game between the reigning Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and Detroit Lions. The 2023-2024 gets underway on Thursday, September 7th live on NBC and Peacock at 8:20PM EST. Coverage begins at 7PM EST with Football Night in America... << Full Report >>

Pacaso Ramirez Reaches a New Level With First Project in Three Years

A Million Little Things is a project that tackles each track as an emotion or something that we deal with in life. Things that rock the status quo. Our goal in life is to get stronger, wiser, and find where our hope comes from. With his first project release since 2020, Pacaso Ramirez acknowledges the things that throw themselves at us in this life. However, he confronts them with the backing of the power of... << Full Report >>

Petrina Pacheco Talks Music and the Transformation Through Faith

Today marks the release of a profound and deeply personal interview video featuring Christian music sensation Petrina Pacheco, interviewed by the Founder of Nashville Christian Songwriters, John Chisum... << Full Report >>

*Tuesday, September 5, 2023*

Karen Peck and New River Sets Record for Southern Gospel Chart

Karen Peck and New River (KPNR) made history this month by setting the all-time record for most #1 singles on the Singing News Magazine’s Top 80 Southern Gospel chart. With 21 #1 hits to their credit and the Gospel of Jesus Christ at the center of their call, KPNR continues to build on a legacy of excellence which... << Full Report >>

Roscoe Crawford Releases "Thin Places" to Radio

A worship artist in Christian music, Roscoe Crawford releases his deeply moving single, “Thin Places,” featuring Kelly Jo Poss, to Christian radio stations today. This follows his successful outing with Crawford's single, “Child of Mine.”... << Full Report >>

*Friday, September 1, 2023*

Tedashii Drops New Single "Dead or Alive"

Tedashii releases new single "Dead Or Alive," yet another hard-hitting, rap record featuring a range of flows and cadences. Following the release of "MMA Freestyle" only 2 weeks ago, Tedashii spoke on the daily fight it is walking with Christ. With "Dead Or Alive," he... << Full Report >>

Chris Llewellyn (Rend Collective) Releases His Debut Solo Album, "Honest"

Chris Llewellyn, the Irish singer/songwriter and founding member of the platinum-selling worship band Rend Collective, releases Honest (courtesy of Capitol CMG), his first solo project, today. With twelve Celtic-rooted songs as "the soundtrack to wrestling faith," Llewellyn musically explores life through a raw lens of honesty and... << Full Report >>

Casting Crowns Releases Two New Retrospective Singles Today

GRAMMY-winning, multi-Platinum-selling group Casting Crowns will celebrate the band's 20th Anniversary this fall. The legacy album, Lifesongs: A Celebration of the First 20 Years, will release on September 29th. Today two... << Full Report >>

Blessing Offor Releases Extended Edition of Debut Album "My Tribe"

Today, multi-week #1 Billboard charting singer / multi-instrumentalist Blessing Offor has released My Tribe (Extended Edition) – a deluxe delivery of his benchmark setting debut album. The four-time Dove Award Nominee has included three brand-new tracks... << Full Report >>

Gospel Singer Beverly Crawford Releases New Single "Lord You Are Good"

Today, Grammy-nominated gospel legend Beverly Crawford released “Lord, You Are Good,” to all digital outlets. The new single, a re-imagining of Todd Galberth’s 2016 hit, is produced by David “DLo '' Outing (Fantasia, Pastor Mike Jr., Tye Tribbett)... << Full Report >>

Cory Asbury Drops New Single, "My Heritance"

Today, multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY Award Nominee, Cory Asbury has released the latest track from his highly-anticipated fifth studio album, Pioneer. The incredibly personal and introspective song, “My Inheritance,” speaks to Asbury’s relationship with his father and... << Full Report >>

Mark Bishop's New Single Speaks of Christ's Redemptive Power

After the “heart project” of 2021’s Appalachian-flavored, all-acoustic Some Distant Mountain, acclaimed Southern... << Full Report >>

Attaboy Releases "Makin' Moves" From Radiate Music, Announces Fall Touring

Leading school assemblies followed by evening, full-production concerts coast-to-coast, Indiana-based pop/rock band Attaboy releases today (Sept. 1) its first new single in four years, “Makin’ Moves,” from Radiate Music. Available now at digital and streaming outlets globally... << Full Report >>

RED Releases Double Single

GRAMMY® nominated, RIAA Certified Gold®-selling alternative metal band RED releases its double-sided single “Cold World” / “Minus It All” from RED ENTERTAINMENT / The Fuel Music. The songs are from the band’s first... << Full Report >>

Anna Golden Releases Performance Video for "Get Your Glory"

Today (9.1), powerhouse vocalist Anna Golden shares a performance video for “Get Your Glory,” the latest performance from her captivating new live album ‘Church’ (8.11 via TeeLee Records / Capitol CMG)... << Full Report >>

William McDowell Releases New Moving Song, "The Promise"

Renowned singer-songwriter Laurel Taylor has unveiled her latest single, "LISTEN," a powerful new track that emerges as a collaborative triumph written by esteemed songwriters Wes Strunk, Nate Johnson, Holly Salazar, and Taylor herself... << Full Report >>

Patrick Mayberry Releases Centricity Music Debut Album, "Wild Faith"

Singer, songwriter and worship leader Patrick Mayberry releases his highly anticipated, first full-length Centricity Music album, Wild Faith, today (Sept. 1). Available now at digital and streaming outlets globally via... << Full Report >>

Tasha Layton Releases New Single, "Lay It Down"

BEC chart-topper Tasha Layton returns today with the deeply personal “Lay It Down,” a soul-saturated pop ballad echoing the promise of Jesus: "For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:30). Celebrating freedom from fear, worry and strife, "Lay It... << Full Report >>

Ryan Stevenson Celebrates Grand Ole Opry Debut

GRAMMY® Award-nominated, Dove Award-winning Gotee recording artist Ryan Stevenson marked another milestone in his acclaimed career with his recent debut on the Grand Ole Opry. The singer/songwriter performed his Gold-selling #1 hit “Eye of the... << Full Report >>

Ruth La'Ontra Joins Bishop Leonard Scott on "No Never Alone"

Super-soprano Ruth La’Ontra joins The Hymns Professor, Bishop Leonard Scott, on a stunning new rendition of Ludie Pickett’s obscure 1897 hymn “No Never Alone.” The pair first made a studio recording of the song for Scott’s acclaimed, Keep Hymns Alive (Tyscot Records), studio project... << Full Report >>

Laurel Taylor Drops New Track, "Listen"

Renowned singer-songwriter Laurel Taylor has unveiled her latest single, "LISTEN," a powerful new track that emerges as a collaborative triumph written by esteemed songwriters Wes Strunk, Nate Johnson, Holly Salazar, and Taylor herself... << Full Report >>