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Live music is back and the Step Into The Light tour makes a stop here in Florence, S.C. on Nov. 6th, 2021. We had the opportunity to speak with featured performer Cade Thompson to hear a little of his story, the inspiration behind some of his songs, and what we can expect on Nov. 6th. Tickets to the show are available at www.florencecenter.com For more info about Cade Thompson please check out www.cadethompsonmusic.com , and for more interviews and the best and most diverse Christian music playlist please listen to 92.5 FM or visit www.radiofree.cc

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From Brazil to South Carolina, our new friend Nanda Rainwater brings her beautiful voice and compelling story to the Radio Free airwaves. Nanda is a singer/songwriter and youth minister who recently released an EP titled "Lift You Over All" full of well written and artfully produced songs. To learn more about Nanda please visit www.nandarainwater.com where you can find her videos, social media links, and digital music. Stay tuned to Radio Free to hear songs from Nanda Rainwater and other great Jesus-loving artists - 92.5 FM in Florence or online at www.radiofree.cc

The incredibly talented David Phelps was kind enough to call in ahead of his concert here in Florence on July 24th and 25th. Dr. Lesley Kirby joined the conversation to discuss the details of this special event helping to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Lifetime Hearing Services. You can be a part of it all by watching the exclusive online stream - get your tickets at www.itickets.com - and all net proceeds will benefit 6 local charities in the Florence area. For more info about David Phelps please visit www.davidphelps.com , for more info about Dr. Kirby and Lifetime Hearing please visit www.lifetimehearingservices.com , and for more interviews and the best and most diverse Christian music playlist please visit www.radiofree.cc

Knowing the story behind the music always makes the music better, and our chat with Kris Neel is a prime example. His Facebook page says he's a "Southern boy trying to add some substance to all the noise", and he has certainly done that. As a talented singer and songwriter he has created great music for The Assemblie, a fantastic solo album, and now with Healing Place Worship. Find out more at www.krisneel.com and be sure to follow his Instagram feed for great music content @krisneel - also check out www.healingplaceworship.com and keep an eye on Spotify for new tunes from The Assemblie To hear music from Kris Neel and other cutting edge artists, tune into Radio Free from anywhere in the world at www.radiofree.cc

A local financial professional with a heart to serve underprivileged students in need??? Yes, please! Andrew Marsh makes a case for committing some time to be a mentor for young people who desperately need it right here in our community. If you have questions or need more information, call Andrew directly at (803)371-4795 or email him at amarsh789@gmail.com

Raised in a house with high expectations, Anthony Evans often didn't feel up to the task. Eventually found his voice, had a great run on The Voice, and is speaking honestly and openly about the struggle to be authentic. Anthony will be bringing that voice to the 2020 Evening of Hope, and you can find out more at www.anthony-evans.com Also, you can buy tickets for the Evening of Hope www.facebook.com/events/844331682685806/ by going to www.ticketmaster.com. Find more interviews and the best and most diverse music at www.radiofree.cc

The mighty Kings K will be in our neck of the woods in February 2020 at Columbia International University. For more info on the show and to get your tickets, please visit their website and like and follow them on their socials - all links are here: ww.kingskaleidoscope.com

Our friends at iHope are once again hosting DivorceCare and you are invited - every Thursday through April 2nd, 2020. More info at www.ihopeflorence.com

The first Friday of each month our friends at West Florence Baptist are inviting the youth of Florence to be a part of "Friday After 5", a free event that includes games, food, and a safe place to find friends and build community. Find out more at www.westflorence.org

Creativity takes courage, and Michelle Bailey is a brave soul. She stopped by the Radio Free studio to talk about her how her love of creating art has brought her closer to God, and to encourage us all to pursue the the artist within. You can see Michelle's beautiful artwork for yourself here: @mikosun on Instagram

Toni is a woman of many talents and many passions... and we were able to capture just a little bit of that fire when she sat down for a chat in the Radio Free studios during the Fall of 2019. With a heart for those who get lost in the margins, she truly represents the kind of person who "loves Jesus and does hard things". You can find her on Instagram @bbcfranchwife - or on Facebook - www.facebook.com/toni.brandt.92 For more great more great interviews, and the best and most diverse music playlist, please visit www.radiofree.cc

Calling all Florence residents! Make sure to mark your calendar and show up for the 2019 West Fest! Nov. 11, 12, 13 at West Florence Baptist - check out www.westflorence.org for more details!

Clean, safe drinking water is required for life... and, in the wake of a disaster like Hurricane Dorian, the non-profit global charity Water Mission has what it takes to help the survivors receive this most basic need. Listen in as we talk with Mark Baker about the amazing feats of engineering that is turning seawater into safe, drinkable water there in the Bahamas, helping to blot out the global water crisis all over the world, and spreading the saving love of Jesus Christ to the ends of the Earth. Learn more and get involved at www.watermission.org

John Van Deusen is an example of that rare beast... an artist who is highly talented AND self-aware. He was kind enough to call the Radio Free studio from his home in Washington to talk about his latest release (I Am) Origami Pt. 3 - a Catacomb Hymn. Find out more about John at www.johnvandeusen.com and be sure and follow him on social media for the latest JVD news! Tune in to Radio Free at www.radiofree.cc to hear songs from John Van Deusen and more of the best and most diverse music!

Florence and the surrounding area is full of fascinating, active people doing Kingdom work in a variety of interesting ways. Buddy Miles is a perfect example - a man with a vision for loving his family, his friends, and his neighbors using his various skill sets. Find out more about Buddy and his adventures at www.peedeekayakanglers.com and on Instagram @4_sons_fishing

In the late summer of 2019, we caught up once again with Isabella Orrico. Isabella had recently graduated from high school and was prepping for her freshman year of college, and she was kind enough to give us a peek into what it's like to be Gen-Z, pursuing Jesus, and attending a secular university... all while contemplating her future and her heart for the people of Guatemala! www.radiofree.cc

Skateboarding and ministry come together in the capable hands of Tristan Strange! This young man has a passion to spread the good news in skateparks across the world - listen to his fascinating story and then check him out on Instagram @tristanthechristianskater @gospelgrips and check out his great sponsors www.testimonyskateboards.com @testimonyskateboards and @seintapparel. And for more great interviews, the best and most diverse music playlist, and much more - stop by www.radiofree.cc

Joy. Passion. Melody. Song. Unity. All these are respectable things... but, when you employ them as a means of worshipping Jesus Christ, something spectacular happens. Steven Lufkin is extremely gifted in all of these areas, and his project LOVKN is shining a beautiful and authentic light out over the world, and blessing all those who will listen. To dig deeper, check out www.lovknmusic.com and be sure to follow LOVKN on all his social media channels, and keep an eye out for the One Big Family Tour! And please visit www.radiofree.cc to hear songs by LOVKN and other great indie artists 24/7

Chris Handley and Pam Dauksch stopped by the Radio Free studio to tell us all about ServeFlo - a two-week period each year during which area churches, businesses, non-profits and individuals come together to serve areas of need here in Florence, SC. For more information about this great event, check out www.serveflo.org, and then head over to www.helpingflorenceflourish.org to check out all of the Gospel City initiatives from this great organization!

These days there are a lot of people talking, but few really have anything to say. Aaron Stone is one of the few. A passionate and unapologetic follower of Christ, he fronts the band My Epic, and uses his platform and influence to fight for honesty, integrity, and clarity in a world full of plastic facades. Aaron unafraid to get real in this fascinating interview that took place in May of 2019, just before the band stopped in S.C. to play a show. For more info about My Epic, please visit www.myepicrock.com where you will find tour dates, links to social media, merch, and more. Tune in to Radio Free anytime 24/7 to hear great songs by My Epic and others in our carefully curated, regularly updated music playlist at www.radiofree.cc

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist

Short encouragements from the good people at iHope Christian Care and Counseling. Find out more info about iHope at www.ihopeflorence.com - and tune in to 92.5 FM or www.radiofree.cc to hear more great content, daily teaching segments, and the best and most diverse music playlist