A celebratory look at the history of Jesus Music and Contemporary Christian Music through the stories, songs and artists that created the greatest Christian albums of all time. Each episode we continue to countdown the 1,001 greatest CCM albums of all tim
In this episode we have the privilege to speak with Chris Brigandi and Crystal Lewis of Wild Blue Yonder about their wonderful album. We also travel across the globe and spend quite a bit of time in England discussing some of the most creative music to come from Great Britain. We talk rock, funk, soul, country, rock-a-billy and much more!https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbumswww,legacyccmsgreatestalbums.com
In this very special episode we talk with founding members of the iconic band, Servant, about the formation of the band and the making of the their debut project, "Shallow Water." We also chat with Mad At The World member and Rose front-man, Randy Rose about the heavy metal album, "Sacrificium." The countdown continues with several more albums added to the list spanning four decades and two continents. ServantBand.com randyrose.infohttps://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbumshttps://legacyccmsgreatestalbums.wordpress.com/
In this episode we venture deep into the hidden bunker to speak with founding members of Lust Control, Gene and Stanley. We reveal what is what like to make an album that was both sought after and despised. The music was the least controversial thing about this band and the album, "This is a Condom Nation." We also continue the countdown with music spanning four decades discussing everything from Cool Jazz to Hardcore and Adult Contemporary to Punk Rock.
In this episode we return to the countdown and talk to Sherri Youngward about her debut album, "Faces, Memories, Places." We are also joined by special guest, John J Thompson of the True Tunes podcast to talk about the "Jesus Music Movie" and the upcoming amazing comedy, "Electric Jesus."https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbumshttps://legacyccmsgreatestalbums.wordpress.com/https://truetunes.com/the-true-tunes-podcast-is-here/http://www.sherriyoungward.com/
Recently, Sean Doty, long time singer, lyricist and songwriter for the seminal Christian alternative band, Veil of Ashes, passed away from a brain hemorrhage. He left behind a long list of accolades as well of some of the finest Christian alternative rock music in history. Funny, bright, tormented and brilliant, Sean left an indelible imprint on fans and other musicians. In this episode we talk with Michael Roe of the 77's and Lost Dogs, Joshua Lory of Lifesavers Underground and longtime friend, collaborator and bassist and bassist of Veil of Ashes, Brian Kirsch, most often known as "Sterling." Please join us in this tribute to a friend, musician and innovator, Sean Doty. https://legacyccmsgreatestalbums.wordpress.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbums
In this very special artist spotlight episode of Legacy, we speak with one of the finest singer-songwriters in all of music, Michael Anderson. His story interweaves a beautiful picture of God's providence amidst heartache, struggle, failure, success and the art of being human. This is an important and captivating interview with a man who has seen everything the music industry has to offer and all that it can take away. https://michaelanderson.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbumshttps://legacyccmsgreatestalbums.wordpress.com/
An extended episode with three interviews including Metal front man gone pop Luke Easter and iconic 80's artist, Simon Adahl, of Edin Adahl. We also learn what's going on in the world of Uncle Randy (Stonehill) with the world's longest URL (below). One album review goes Glo-Bal while another just makes you wanna get up and dance! All this and more right here in Legacy!https://www.lukeeaster.com/https://randystonehill.bandcamp.com/https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/songsofstonehill/the-friends-of-randy-stonehill-a-celebration-of-song?ref=project_link&fbclid=IwAR3Megq770uzYg3q50uA4gmwYEFXZA01CKo6rQ2IQIL-xDQi8nYr-glAlKghttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7kQXmhfgGMvR1uSyi2GBvNhttps://www.spokenmusic.com/
In this episode we countdown 12 albums including the only album on the list from one of CCM's best selling artists of all time. Music from Hawaii, Great Britain and Orange County, California. New Wave, Punk, Inspirational and...well...uh...Celtic Jazz Fusion Medieval Folk??? All this and whole lot more including the odd story behind of one of Orange County's best selling albums that should have never been.
The countdown continues with this EXTRA LONG episode featuring two interviews. Pj Bostic (Paul Roraback of Grammatrain fame) talks about making music solo and the need for deep thinkers. Michael Manthei of 80's rock band, Anthem, join the show to reminisce. We also take a look at nine albums from the countdown and travel from Scotland to outer space and hear music from the 70's to the 2010's. Join the conversation at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbums
In this episode we countdown 10 more releases as well as another "On the Bubble" album. We speak once again with Chris Christian and with Thurane from New Jerusalem. We discuss music from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and 2,000's. We travel from Narnia to New Jerusalem and review musical styles ranging from psychedelic rock, progressive metal, funk, soul, heavy metal, new wave and...hymns? https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacyccmsgreatestalbums
On this episode we talk to Jesus Music pioneer Gerry Limpic as well as Mt. Rushmore of CCM candidate Chris Christian. We review 9 albums and debut a podcast exclusive feature we are called "On the Bubble," where we highlight albums and artists that just barely didn't make the cut to be included in the countdown, but probably deserves so. Albums from artists like Limpic & Rayburn, Michael Knott, Bertil Edin, DeGarmo & Key, and a tribute to a great blue legend. All this and MORE!
With episode 2 we begin the countdown with numbers 1001 to 996. We are also joined by a very special guest, guitarist extraordinaire and incredibly nice guy, Eric Turner. Eric and David discuss working and ministering with Darrell Mansfield and the creation of what many call a Christian Metal masterpiece.
On this inaugural episode of Legacy: CCM's Greatest Albums, host David Lowman (D-Lo) speaks with legendary CCM artist Benny Hester about what it means to create music with a legacy. David also describes the purpose behind the podcast and blog as well as the rules of the countdown.