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    For our 12th annual Highlighting feature, we split the year into TWO pieces -- January to June and July to December. Each list contains 10 artists/releases for a total of 20 in total for 2018. So, without further ado, we give you Highlighting First-Half 2018!



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JFH's Highlighting 2018 Winner!


#1. Emery
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Release Date: TBD
Emery rarely disappoints when it comes to new material. You Were Never Alone was a fantastic record and the excitement over their 7th LP grows daily. I'm expecting Matt, Toby, and the gang to go all out here. This one is going to be good!
        - Michael Weaver

You Were Never Alone was arguably the most impressive Emery album to date, but when the Biblical meanings for each song was revealed on the two-part break it down episode "You Were Never Alone is a Concept Album," it was simply mind-blowing. An incredibly high bar is set for this new release, and I think anything that comes remotely close to the quality of YWNA will be a big win in my book. They definitely deserve the top spot.
        - Christopher Smith

No one would have expected this niche emo band to have lasted this long, but the past couple of years have seen Emery develop a second wind in creativity. With You Were Never Alone being one of the group's best releases, expectations are high for LP7. Hopefully last year's excessively successful Kickstarter campaign will provide the motivation they need to top themselves.         - Mason Haynie

Emery’s studio albums have never let me down. After releasing one of their best to date in 2015, 2018 is looking bright with LP7 on the horizon.
        - Scott Fryberger

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    This Tuesday, June 23
    ALBUMS
    PFR Disappear (Remastered) (independent)

    This Friday, June 26
    ALBUMS
    Andy Mineo & Wordsplayed Magic & Bird 2 (independent)
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    Dragons & Astronauts Broken Parables (independent)
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    Gracie Miss Misfortunately [Tooth & Nail]
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    Cory Asbury Holy God - Single [BEC]
    The Band JAREN A Symphony - Single [Hit & Run]
    Band Reeves How To Forgive - Single [Centricity]
    Bill B, Mic Wise, GB Daylight - Single [Syntax]
    Jeremy Camp Revival - Single [Capitol CMG]
    Micah Christopher Grace Happened - Single [Integrity]
    Leanna Crawford Living Room Floor - Single [Provident]
    Death Protocol Illusion Of Faith - Single [Rottweiler]
    Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Constellations - Single [Magnolia]
    Grace Frances Again - Single (independent)
    Noah Paul Harrison My Honor To Need You (Live) - Single [Bethel]
    Hillside Recording in the room - Single (independent)
    Ellie Holcomb What Would I Do Without You - Single (independent)
    Dreal LP & OnBeatMusic Move - Single [Syntax]
    eddieM Posted Notes - Single [Syntax]
    Ezra Worship Initiative Same God - Single [NCS]
    GLADDEN & Kurtis Hoppie Round & Round - Single (independent)
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    Cameron Payne Time - Single (independent)
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    Razzie CAPTIVE - Single [Syntax]
    Jordan St. Cyr Hands To The Sky - Single [BEC]
    Trey Simon & Mountain People Worship Brother Jo - Single (independent)
    Phil Wickham x Pat Barrett Praise The Lord Forever - Single [Fair Trade]
    Tauren Wells Breathe On It (From Austin) - Single [Capitol CMG]

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    Chosen Road American Morning [Thoroughbred]
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