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This is the second interview in a new Crossway Podcast mini-series called "Hymn Stories,"  where Matt interviews modern hymn writers and musicians about their hymns, all of which are featured in the brand new '⁠Sing! ⁠⁠Hymnal,⁠' published by Crossway in partnership with Getty Music. Sandra McCracken is a GRAMMY-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter, hymn writer, and author based in Nashville, Tennessee. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show.

Rita Springer is a Dove Award winning artist and worship leader. To date she has released 12 studio albums, with the latest being, "Fed By Ravens" (2024).She joins Ben as they attempt to diagnose what exactly has gone amiss with the current worship scene, and how we might fix the parts that need restoration. ----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Few bands have made as lasting an impact on bluegrass music as The Grascals. From the very beginning, their blend of modern traditional bluegrass, gospel, and country influences, matched with world-class musicianship and an unshakable love for the genre, has earned them a spot among the most respected and enduring groups in acoustic music. Formed in 2004 in Nashville, Tennessee, The Grascals are a band built on friendship, shared roots, and a common vision to create bluegrass music that honors tradition while forging its own identity. Their breakout moment came fast—within months of forming, they were hand-picked by Dolly Parton to serve as her opening act and backing band on tour. That early endorsement set the tone for the band's trajectory: respected by legends, loved by fans, and celebrated by the industry. Their debut album, The Grascals announced their arrival with authority. It won IBMA's Emerging Artist of the Year and Album of the Year and included a duet with Dolly Parton on “Viva Las Vegas” that showcased their versatility and crossover appeal. From there, the accolades kept coming with two IBMA Entertainers of the Year awards, three GRAMMY nominations, a Dove Award nomination and a host of other awards and recognition. Now with thirteen albums, performances all over the world and for two United States Presidents, The Grascals can truthfully say they have the best of both worlds — the steadiness of a veteran group that knows who they are and where they're going, and the excitement and energy of an ensemble that knows it still has something to prove. The band's collaborative spirit is another hallmark of their career. In addition to Dolly Parton, The Grascals have recorded and toured with artists including Charlie Daniels, Vince Gill, Kenny Rogers, Hank Williams Jr., George Jones, The Oak Ridge Boys, Patty Loveless, Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Brad Paisley, Joe Nichols, Steve Wariner, The Jordanaires, Tom T. Hall, and more. Their respect for their musical heroes and peers has allowed them to build bridges between bluegrass and other genres, expanding their reach without compromising their sound. The Grascals are known for their ability to balance traditional drive with contemporary flair along with their authenticity, humility, and showmanship, The Grascals are a fan favorite on the festival circuit and are regular performers on the Grand Ole Opry with over 200 guest appearances. Their live shows combine technical excellence with emotional storytelling and a dose of humor, making every performance memorable. Now more than two decades into their career, The Grascals remain at the top of their game—honoring the past, embracing the present, and helping shape the future of bluegrass music. With a renewed spirit and zeal to continue to create and blaze new music trails, be on the lookout for much more to come from The Grascals.

It's Friday, September 5th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Museum honors victims of genocide against Jews in Romania The Romanian city of Iași hosts the Pogrom museum, which was created to honor the victims the largest genocide against the Jews that took place on Romanian territory, preceding the deportations to Transnistria and the concentration camps at Auschwitz, reports Evangelical Focus. The museum was opened in the former headquarters of the Romanian police on June 29, 2021, the 80th anniversary of the killing of over 13,200 Jews in the yard of that building. In a story which aired on Alfa Omega TV, a Romanian broadcaster, the reporter explained, “Jews from the ages of 18 and up, were summoned, lured into a trap by being told to come and receive a pass for free movement. Romania had entered the war, and they could not move freely without that pass. However, they were met by Romanian and German soldiers who mercilessly machine-gunned them.” Before the genocide of the Jews, they brought in several Jews to dig the pits. The mass graves in which thousands of those Jews are buried can be visited in a field close to the museum. In addition to those who were executed, over 4,000 Jews were loaded into the so-called “death trains.” Initially, they put 40–50 people in a wagon, but the stationmaster refused to “waste wagons.” So, he packed in up to 100–120 people per train, standing pressed together. In the midst of this tragedy, there were “Christians from various denominations and even a colonel from the Romanian army, who saved Jews in those days.” DC sues Trump over National Guard The District of Columbia sued the Trump administration on Sept. 4 over its deployment of the National Guard to the nation's capital, reports The Epoch Times. The lawsuit alleges that the deployment violates the district's semi-sovereign status known as Home Rule, whereby the city has jurisdiction over its own affairs but Congress can override its decisions. The lawsuit states, “In so doing, [President Donald Trump] has run roughshod over a fundamental tenet of American democracy—that the military should not be involved in domestic law enforcement.” In a statement to The Epoch Times, the White House criticized the lawsuit and defended the deployment of the National Guard. White House Deputy Press Secretary Abigail Jackson said, “President Trump is well within his lawful authority to deploy the National Guard in Washington, D.C., to protect federal assets and assist law enforcement with specific tasks. This lawsuit is nothing more than another attempt—to the detriment of DC residents and visitors—to undermine the President's highly successful operations to stop violent crime in DC.” Trump asks Supreme Court to quickly take up tariffs case The Trump administration took the fight over tariffs to the Supreme Court on Wednesday, asking the justices to rule quickly that the president has the power to impose sweeping import taxes under federal law, reports American Family Radio News. The government called on the court to reverse an appeals court ruling that found most of President Donald Trump's tariffs are an illegal use of an emergency powers law. It's the latest in a series of Trump administration appeals to a Supreme Court he helped shape, and one that is expected to put a centerpiece of the president's trade policy before the justices. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit left the tariffs in place for now, but the administration nevertheless called on the high court to intervene quickly. Cheerleader charged with delivering, harming, & hiding her baby A University of Kentucky cheerleader is facing multiple charges after police found her dead newborn infant hidden in a closet, wrapped in a towel, and concealed inside a black trash bag, drawing reactions from activists on both sides of the abortion debate, reports the Christian Post. Laken Snelling, age 21, was arrested on Sunday and charged with abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence and concealing the birth of an infant, according to the Lexington Police Department. During an appearance in court on Tuesday, Snelling pleaded not guilty. The American Association of Pro-Life OBGYNs said, "This heartbreaking and tragic incident is all the more painful as Kentucky has a safe haven law that allows parents to surrender their children, no questions asked.” Indeed, Kentucky's Safe Infants Act allows parents to leave a newborn baby under 30 days old at a police station, fire station, an emergency medical services provider, or a staffed place of worship without fear of prosecution or allegations of neglect.  In a video posted on her Instagram on Tuesday, pro-abortion writer Jessica Valenti was upset that police and the media in Kentucky said that Snelling had delivered an infant. Listen. VALENTI: “I really need reporters to stop using the word ‘baby' or ‘infant' until they actually know what happened in this case, because we don't know yet. We only know what police are telling us.” Oddly enough, Valenti believes that if a woman has a miscarriage that it somehow diminishes the value of the baby, and therefore, no one should call her baby a baby. In Psalm 139:13-14, Scripture quite clearly affirms the humanity of the child, no matter how early in gestational development and no matter the cause of death. King David wrote, “For You, [God], created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise You, [God], because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Christian song “Whisper and the Wind” amassed 23 million streams And finally, you might recognize the name Bodie Kuljian from the 22nd season of The Voice back in 2022 when he won second place. The married 32-year-old singer-songwriter, who is also the father of three young children, signed with Provident, a Christian record label.  No Skips is his first full-length album, which releases today. The project comes after a string of chart-topping singles, millions of streams, and Dove Award nominations.  In fact, his song entitled  "Whisper and the Wind" amassed more than 23 million global streams, and won Bodie the grand prize in the International Songwriting Competition. Take a listen to an excerpt from this song that honors God as the One who fulfills us and guides us. (audio of song's opening) “When I'm feeling my feet are tired From running so hard for miles You are the air I really need When life is a rollercoaster And I start to lose composure You're in the drops and in between And every time I'm stuck in indecision Losing my vision You close the distance And I don't need to see it to believe it For my whole life, You've been that all I've needed And I, I've felt You in the fire and the rain So help me learn to listen when You're speaking 'Cause love is not a secret that You're keeping And I, I've felt You when walls are caving in Yeah, You're with me in the whisper and the wind” (Check out the rest of the lyrics) Isaiah 41:10 says, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, September 5th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

On today's show, we chat with Nicole C. Mullen!Nicole C. Mullen is a multiple Dove Award–winning and Grammy-nominated singer- songwriter, known worldwide for songs such as her soaring declaration of faith and hope, “Redeemer.” Having begun her career as a background singer before flourishing as a solo artist, Nicole has also become a sought-after speaker on stages across the globe, proclaiming the truth of Scripture and the power of God to bring healing and wholeness. Nicole makes her acting debut in June 2025 as Elizabeth Freeman in the Heroic Pictures film American Miracle. Her new book, It's Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing, arrives September 9th, 2025!nicolecmullen.com@nicolecmullenofficialchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

You've faced the kind of pain that should have destroyed you—abuse, betrayal, shattered relationships. But with faith, even the darkest nights can lead to songs of redemption. In this episode of Contagious Influencers of America, you'll hear the powerful journey of Nicole C. Mullen—the Grammy-nominated, Dove Award–winning singer-songwriter behind the timeless hits "Redeemer," "On My Knees" and "Call On Jesus". Beyond the stage, Nicole shares raw and courageous stories of overcoming abuse, heartbreak, and betrayal, and how unshakable faith helped her rebuild and inspire millions. Join host, nine-time Emmy winner David Sams, as Nicole opens up about her new book "It's Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing" and the kind of faith that turns pain into purpose. In the book, Nicole shares the stories of people from the Bible, history, and her life who have inspired her to make changes for the better. Whether you're searching for encouragement, strength, or a reminder that God's love is bigger than life's hardest valleys, this episode will leave you inspired to keep choosing what's right—even when it costs you everything.

This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring our own podcast host and trumpeter John Snell, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Getting to know John Snell"   Who is the man behind the microphone?   You've been asking for a long time, 12.5 years and 138 episodes in fact, and today's the day: it's time to put John Snell himself on the other side of the bell!   John is the steadfast presence at Bob Reeves Brass, from the shop to the studio to the numerous conferences and events he attends every year. Many of you have met him in person over the years, and with our increasing number of video episodes, you have a better sense for what he's like.   Yet his story has only emerged in bits and pieces over all that time and all those episodes, and warrants the spotlight just as much as any of the wonderful guests who have stopped by the podcast since 2013.   And who better to interview John than the gregariously awesome Vinnie Ciesielski, who was himself a guest on The Other Side of the Bell, Episode #93 back in September of 2021.   Vinnie and John chat about how John grew up to follow in the footsteps of his professional trumpet-playing father, Keith Snell, yet forged his own path through his education, musical styles and interests, before a sudden complete career U-turn that proved to give him another solid professional foundation, alongside his continued passion for music.   And behind it all, for the past 20+ years, there's been Bob Reeves Brass. John talks about first meeting Bob and being taken under his wing, before returning with a law degree in hand to rescue the business, provide stability for Bob and his wife into retirement, and maintaining Bob's principled approach to business and customer service.   Thank you to Vinnie for encouraging the idea and bringing this episode to life, and thank you to all of our wonderful listeners and viewers for your continued support.   Don't forget to share this and other episodes with your friends in the trumpet world and beyond, and send us your thoughts and feedback! Email John at info@bobreeves.com     Episode Links:   Bob Reeves Brass website (bobreeves.com) Bob Reeves Brass store (trumpetmouthpiece.com) Bob Reeves Brass on Instagram LA Lawyers Philharmonic (lalawyersphil.org) Vinnie Ciesielski website (trumpetvinnie.com) Vinnie on Facebook     About John Snell:   John Snell is co-owner of Bob Reeves Brass, where he has been a vital team member since 2001. After an extensive apprenticeship, he became the company's lead valve alignment technician, personally working on thousands of instruments. Since 2010, John has also managed the business, guiding its growth while maintaining its reputation for uncompromising craftsmanship.   An accomplished trumpet player, John has performed with ensembles including The California Brass Ensemble, The California Brass Quintet, The Northridge Brass Quintet, the San Bernardino Symphony, and as lead trumpet in the Big Band of Barristers - a busy big band made up of lawyers, judges, and law students.   He hosts three popular podcasts - The Other Side of the Bell, The Trombone Corner, and The Horn Signal - interviewing top brass musicians worldwide. John regularly presents clinics on trumpet, equipment, and mindset across the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Australia.     About Vinnie Ciesielski:   Attending Towson University in Maryland, Vinnie Ciesielski majored in music performance on trumpet. Vinnie has years of experience playing and touring all over the world and has a wealth of studio knowledge and creativity!   Since coming to Nashville in 1992, Vinnie has played on thousands of recordings with artists such as Taylor Swift, Josh Groban, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter, Jimmy Buffet, Kirk Franklin, Queen Latifah, Jill Scott, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Toby Keith, Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton, Jon Pardi, Alison Krauss, Steven Tyler, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Keb Mo, Zach Brown Band, Lyle Lovett, Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd, Smokey Norful, Shirley Ceasar, Rance Allen, Donald Lawrence, The Clark Sisters, Tanya Tucker, Glenn Frey, T.D. Jakes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Gregg Allman, Delbert McClinton, Nuno Betencort, Marcus Scott (Tower of Power) Johnny Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Via Con Dios, Martina McBride, Don Was and many more.   He has performed live with artists such as Brian May, Bruce Springsteen, Jason Scheff, Gladys Knight, Randy Newman, Kid Rock, Keith Richards, Jimmy Buffett, Paul Simon, Sting, Tony Bennett, Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Kenny Rogers, Shelby Lynne, The Temptations, The Four Tops, The O'Jays, Aretha Franklin, Percy Sledge, Shawn Colvin, Eddie Floyd, Booker T. and the MGs, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Bob Hope, Frankie Valli, Sheryl Crow, Adrian Belew, Bruce Hornsby, Michael McDonald, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Nettles and The Beach Boys.   He has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The CBS New Years Eve Bash, The Road, SoundStage, Disney and Universal TV specials, Nashville Now, Music City Tonight, Austin City Limits, Grand Old Opry, Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen's Really Big Show, Crossroads, The Huckabee Show, The Dove Awards and The Stellar Awards. Vinnie has performed on numerous Radio, Internet, TV and Movie soundtracks and Trailers, and has also performed with the Nashville Symphony, Chattanooga Symphony, Orchestra Kentucky, Nashville and Knoxville Jazz Orchestras.   Well known in the performance and recording community, Vinnie's resume includes work on right at 7000 recording sessions and counting. Vinnie has also appeared on and contributed to 50 plus Grammy-nominated and 25 plus Grammy-winning recordings in every decade since the 1990's, and dozens of Stellar and Dove Award nominated and winning recordings.   

Sonya Dove is an absolute ICON when it comes the professional beauty industry. This woman has done it all and is no where close to stopping. She has so much more to create and to share with every beauty pro out there right now. Check out this episode with the unstoppable, Sonya Dove. Want to get 1:1 Mentoring from Sonya? Check out her website! WANT MORE SONYA? https://www.sonyadove.com/Instagram: instagram.com/thesonyadoveWANT MORE KRYSTINE?For 1:1 Coaching, Freebies & More, TAP HERE: bit.ly/3S5R2loLOVE THIS EPISODE?Leave Your Ratings, Reviews & Comments on the Podcast! Your feedback allows for more nourishing content and for more on-point education for beauty & barber pros.

Don't miss this week's must-hear episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast!Grammy, Stellar, and Dove Award-winning singer, songwriter, worship leader, and producer Dante Bowe joins Lin. Woods to share his powerful journey. He opens up about life after his departure from Maverick City Music, how God exceeded his expectations, and a fun fact about him that just might surprise you (hint: it involves taste).Dante also talks about his live recording, collaborations with Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Tamela Mann, and how God led him to record his new album Welcome Home. Plus, a snippet of the single, Kid Again. You don't want to miss this inspiring and transparent conversation!Listen. Follow. Subscribe. Download FREE.Visit our website: linwoodsinspiredmedia.com#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #DanteBowe #GospelMusic #ChristianMusic #NewMusic #WelcomeHome #TashaCobbsLeonard #TamelaMann #FaithAndMusic #GospelPodcast #KingdomMusic #MusicMinistry

New York Times bestselling and multi-award-winning author, Wanda E. Brunstetter, is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. Wanda's written more than 100 books, with over 12 million copies sold, and her work has been translated into 4 languages. Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nation's most prestigious bestseller lists.  Wanda's ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are read and trusted by many Amish people, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the Amish and their customs.  Martha Bolton is a prolific author of 89 books, a nominee for an Emmy, Writers Guild Award, and Dove Award, and a co-author of three NY Times bestselling books. She was also Bob Hope's first full-time female staff writer and wrote for his primetime TV specials as well as during 15 years of his personal appearances and special events, penning lines for a virtual Who's Who in entertainment, sports, and politics. She also co-authored the award-winning Dear Bob...Bob Hope's Wartime Correspondence with the GIs of WW2.Martha's stage work includes writing the script for the musical “The Confession,” based on Beverly Lewis' bestselling Confession trilogy. She also co-wrote “Half-Stitched” with director/composer Wally Nason, which is based on Wanda's bestselling book The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club. Martha also wrote the shows Josiah for President and The Home Game for Blue Gate Musicals, both of which have accompanying novels written by Martha.Wanda and Martha collaborated on their recently released book, The Rise and Fall of Miss Fanny's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery, which I've had the pleasure to read and can tell you it's an absolute gem of a mystery novel. If you like clever stories set in a world that I think most folks don't know in detail, then I highly recommend Miss Fannie's Biscuits to you.  Of note, The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits has also been adapted into a stage musical. 

Referred to by Billboard Magazine as “One of Music Row's greatest veteran tunesmiths,” Jerry Salley has had an exceptionally successful, multi award-winning songwriting career.  Nominated in 2019 for the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Salley is the 2018 & 2019 IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) Songwriter of the Year and was named the 2003 SESAC Country Music Songwriter of the Year.  An Ohio native, his home state honored his long, illustrious career in 2024 by inducting him into the Ohio Country Music Hall of Fame.  Salley has had over 560 different songs recorded and his songs have sold in excess of 19 million records worldwide.  Writing and singing in Nashville since 1982, he has written multiple hits in country, bluegrass, and gospel music and may well be the most successful songwriter to have earned equal recognition from all three genres of music. Jerry was a 2020 GRAMMY nominated producer in the Gospel Roots category for producing the multi-artist project, Gonna Sing, Gonna Shout, on Billy Blue Records.  He also produced the popular Dolly Parton single, a new version of the old Gospel Hymn, “In The Sweet By And By”, released as part of the Country Faith Bluegrass project in 2021, which received two 2022 IBMA Awards (Gospel Recording of the Year and Collaborative Recording of the Year), and the 2022 Dove Award for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Song of the Year.  He currently has a popular song, “It Takes A Woman”, on the new Chris Stapleton album Higher.Jerry's country music successes began in the late 1980s when the group Wild Rose recorded “Breakin' New Ground”.  Since then, countless country music stars have recorded his songs, including Reba McEntire (“I'm Gonna Take That Mountain”,  “Close To Crazy”), John Anderson (“I Fell In The Water”), Wade Hayes (“How Do You Sleep At Night”) , Chris Stapleton (“Outlaw State Of Mind” on the Grammy award winning quadruple-platinum album Traveller), Toby Keith, Sara Evans, Patty Loveless, Joe Nichols, Darryl Worley, Travis Tritt, Tracy Lawrence, Neal McCoy, Mark Chesnutt and many, many more.  Internationally, he has penned no less than nine #1 Country hits in Australia.As part of a trio with friends Larry Cordle and Carl Jackson, Jerry recorded the song “You're Running Wild” on the Louvin Brothers Tribute on Universal South Records. Entitled Livin', Lovin', Losin' – Songs of the Louvin Brothers, the album features numerous country music stars singing songs made famous by the legendary duo. The project won the 2003 GRAMMY for Country Album of the Year.In the bluegrass genre, Jerry was named the 2018 and 2019 IBMA Songwriter of the Year and has had hundreds of songs, including numerous chart-toppers, recorded.  He was thrilled to have co-written three songs on The SteelDrivers GRAMMY award winning album, The Muscle Shoals Recordings (“A Long Way Down”, “The River Runs Red”, “6 Feet Away”), and a song on the Del McCoury Band GRAMMY winning album The Streets of Baltimore (“The Butler Brothers”).  Other bluegrass groups who have recorded Jerry's songs include The Osborne Brothers, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Rhonda Vincent, Lonesome River Band, Balsam Range, Seldom Scene, Flatt Lonesome, IIIrd Tyme Out, Larry Stevenson, Donna Ulisse, Dave Adkins and many others.  Salley is a multiple IBMA Song of the Year nominee, and his song “All Dressed Up”, recorded by Joe Mullin and The Radio Ramblers, won the IBMA Gospel Recorded Song Of The Year award in 2016.  Jerry is an eight-time IBMA Award winner, which includes receiving the 2006 IBMA Album of the Year award for his contribution (as an artist) to the Celebration Of Life album. 

On today's show, we chat with Rachael Mann!At the age of seven, Rachael discovered her passion for singing—a gift she attributes to God. Self-trained and a pianist by ear, she quickly developed an ear for harmonies, allowing her to explore her musical talents with ease.Rachael began her musical journey in church, performing her first solo at ten years old with "Somebody Love Me" by Michael W. Smith. Little did she know, nearly a decade later, she would sing with him on one of his albums.Rachael's career gained momentum as she opened for renowned artists such as J. Moss, Salvador, Jars of Clay, and Big Daddy Weave. During the early years of Church of the Highlands' launch in Birmingham, she also served as one of its primary worship leaders. In addition to her live performances, Rachael lent her voice to commercial jingles for major brands including McDonald's and Williamson Medical Center in Nashville. She also has been in several music videos for artists such as Brandon Heath “Give Me Your Eyes” and Salvador “What Would It Be Like”.Relocating to Nashville allowed Rachael to further pursue her dreams. She appeared on two episodes of The 700 Club and worked on her second music project, “The First Noel”, while performing for various events and festivals including CTN Network's “Bridges”. Her contributions to Michael W. Smith's Hymns album reached fans nationwide. In 2016, Rachael had the incredible opportunity to sing with Carrie Underwood at the CMT Awards. Rachael has also been a Production Assistant for American Idol and the GMA Dove Awards.As a recurring guest on Atlanta Live and Atlanta & Company, Rachael has touched millions of viewers. She has been featured on National and Internation radio stations including 93.7 WDJC, Revocation Radio, WIAM Radio, and Victory 91.5 FM, The Antidote, Effect Radio and more!Notably, Rachael's song "Control" was produced by Nathan Walters, a RIAA Gold & Platinum Certified, Dove Award-winning artist and member of Plus One. She has had the honor of singing the National Anthem for various sports teams, including the Atlanta Braves, Atlanta Dream, The Savannah Bananas and the Kansas City Royals to name a few, and was a top finalist on Nationally Syndicated The Bert Show for a Thanksgiving song contest. Rachael released her Christmas single, “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” in collaboration with producer Nathan Walters on November 1st, 2024. Rachael Mann's powerful new single, "Unfiltered," is out now! This deeply personal song invites listeners into a place of raw honesty and total vulnerability before the Lord — a reminder that true worship begins when we lay down the masks and come just as we are.rachaelmann.org@rachaelmannmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

On today's show, we chat with Dan Dean!Dan Dean's love for music and performing began when he started taking piano lessons in the third grade. He involved himself musically in his father's church starting at the age of sixteen and continued to do so until he graduated high school. Upon graduation, he attended Jackson College of Ministries in Jackson, MS before eventually finishing with a BSA from Dallas Baptist University.Dan started pursuing the call of ministry at a very early age and has been a passionate follower of Christ. His life was greatly influenced by his father, his father-in-law, and his four brothers; all of whom have devoted their lives to ministry. Dan himself has been full-time in ministry for the past 49 years. In early 1992, he was invited to join with friends Randy Phillips and Shawn Craig in recording an album for Starsong Records. The first release of their self-title project, Phillips, Craig, and Dean spawned four #1 songs; two on the A/C charts and two on the Inspo chart, and peaked at #13 on the Christian album sales charts. Since that debut project, Phillips, Craig, and Dean have released 13 studio albums, two Christmas albums, and a Hymns and Psalms album. Along the way, the group has garnered 13 Dove Award nominations, and won on four separate occasions, while selling over 2.5 million albums. Their hit single, ‘Revelation Song,' released in 2009, was certified Gold by RIAA, and they have been honored to see over 20 songs top the charts. During this time, Dan has also written or co-written many of the hits recorded by Phillips, Craig, and Dean including ‘Favorite Song of All,' which was nominated for a Dove Award for Contemporary Christian Song of the Year, and ‘I Want to Be Just Like You,' which received a nomination for Inspirational Song of the Year.In January of 2000, Dan and his wife Becky were asked to lead the church they had already been serving for 15 years. In October of 2019, he stepped down from the Lead Pastor role, but continues to be involved in the Heartland faith family. In June of 2025, he and his wife Becky will celebrate 40 years of being partners of Heartland Church.Today, Dan continues to travel and perform as the lead singer of Phillips, Craig, and Dean, but has also stepped into a new chapter by recording a solo album, entitled More. The new project features 11 songs, eight of which he either wrote or co-wrote. More has also allowed him to return to his country roots, where he feels most at home vocally.  In addition to touring with Phillips, Craig, and Dean, Dan looks forward to sharing this new music with audiences across the country at select solo dates.   dandeanofficial.com@danpcdchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we count down the top 20 songs in Christian music, celebrate a surprise Dove Award nomination reveal for Katy Nichole, and throw it back to a powerful hit that just marked its 10th anniversary. William also shares some big family news—his son got engaged! Plus, two new songs are up for your vote as the next Future Fan Favorite. Join us for music, stories, and a few surprises along the way!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

Quiet Prayers was winner of Dove Award's Best Inspirational Album of the Year It was so unexpected I wasn't in the audience to come up and take the Award. This song is for my wife today 6 days after a burst appendix and recovering slowly while fighting Trigiminal Neuralgia.

On today's show, we welcome back Chris Cleveland with Stars Go Dim!Formed in 2007 as a mainstream pop band, today Stars Go Dim is the moniker for Christian pop artist and songwriter Chris Cleveland. After years at the helm of an acclaimed independent secular band and more than a decade leading worship at Tulsa's Asbury United Methodist Church—one of America's largest congregations—Cleveland found success in the Christian format with his self-titled debut album. The singer has garnered multiple International #1's and Top 5 hits at pop and Christian radio, including the massive No. 1 radio smash in the U.S. with “You Are Loved.” Chris and his songs have been nominated and won multiple awards, including CMT, NSAI (Nashville Songwriters Association International) listener's choice award, ASCAP, & Billboard songwriting award winners, and Dove Award nominated Stars Go Dim releases its fourth studio set, Roses.  “I think so many times in life we feel like we're living in a wasteland, and we're missing the fact that we're actually standing in forests of green, lush life,” offers Stars Go Dim frontman Chris Cleveland. “If we just slow down, if we just take a look around, if we just say, ‘God, how can I meet You here?' we'd see that God is moving and working all the time. That's what Roses is about.”starsgodim.com@starsgodimchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

It was sort of a strange ending for three-time Dove Award winner Tenth Avenue North.  Set to disband after 20 years with a highly touted farewell tour in 2020, the celebrated quartet never got their chance.  Cut short due to the global pandemic, the band was left sitting at home. And for lead singer Mike Donehey, he was wondering what his next move would be in Christian music.The last five years have been a bit of a journey for Donehey and has included two EP solo records, a podcast hosting gig, writing and publishing a book, touring as a solo artist, and then in 2024, the decision to reform Tenth Avenue North but with a different set of backing musicians. Donehey joins me to chat about what God has taught him through two decades in contemporary Christian music (CCM), and his excitement for Tenth Avenue North's first studio album release in six years, “Learning to Trust”.

Ben speaks with Dove Award-winning rapper and songwriter Dylan Phillips, AKA nobigdyl. for an honest conversation about faith, creativity, politics, and staying centered on Jesus in a divided world; from the story behind his song "imago interlude" to the Church's need to rise above tribalism.---------------------Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

What if telling the truth about who you are meant risking everything you've worked for? In this deeply personal episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, country music icon, Ty Herndon, returns to reflect on the cost of hiding, the power of coming out, and the kind of healing that only comes when you stop performing and start living. Ty opens up about the weight of being one of the first openly gay artists in mainstream country music and what it took to finally choose authenticity over approval. From internalized shame to spiritual transformation, this conversation is a raw, redemptive look at reclaiming your voice and rewriting your story. He also shares the latest chapter of his career, including his upcoming single with LeAnn Rimes and a new album honoring 30 years of music, advocacy, and hard-won self-love.This episode is about more than music, it's about survival, reinvention, and the freedom that comes from being fully seen.__________________Watch/Listen/Subscribe to the Show: ↳ ⁠YouTube⁠↳ ⁠Apple Podcast⁠↳ ⁠Spotify⁠↳ ⁠Instagram⁠↳ ⁠Tiktok⁠↳ ⁠Facebook⁠__________________Patrick Custer - Host↳ Instagram: ⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠↳ TikTok:⁠ @thepatrickcuster⁠↳ YouTube: ⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠↳ Facebook: ⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠↳ Website: ⁠linktr.ee/patrickcuster⁠Ty Herndon - Guest↳ Insta: ⁠@tyherndonofficial↳ Website: www.tyherndon.com↳ Tiktok: ⁠@tyherndonofficial↳ Facebook: @tyherndonofficial__________________Promises Behavioral Health – Treatment for addiction, mental health/trauma:↳ Admissions: (888) 648-4098↳ Insta: ⁠⁠@promises_bh⁠↳ URL: ⁠⁠www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com⁠ ⁠Mental Health America:↳ URL: ⁠www.mhanational.orgAbout Ty Herndon:Ty Herndon has lived a life and career of extreme highs and lows and celebrates a critical milestone in country music as his record-breaking debut single “What Mattered Most” turns thirty in 2025. Between 1995 and 2002, Herndon charted 17 singles, including his three number ones and seventeen top 10 hits, such as “I Want My Goodbye Back,” “Loved Too Much,” “A Man Holding On,” and “Hands of a Working Man.” He topped the charts in 1996 with the single “Living in a Moment” and again in 1998 with “It Must Be Love.” Ty continued to break new ground throughout the next decade, releasing a Greatest Hits collection, as well as the albums "Right About Now," "Lies I Told Myself" and the Grammy-nominated "Journey On." In 2015 he became the first major male country music artist to come out as gay and released the critically acclaimed albums "House on Fire" and "Got It Covered" and launched the annual Concert For Love & Acceptance. Ty made a triumphant comeback beginning in 2020 with the release of “Orphans of God,” a duet with Kristin Chenoweth that peaked at number one on the iTunes charts. That was quickly followed by the release of JACOB and JACOB (Deluxe Edition) in 2022 and 2023 respectively, for the first time bringing his full journey from darkness to light and back again to his music. The album touched on highly personal themes ranging from addiction, recovery, and mental fitness to lost love, self-discovery and personal freedom. It spawned the country radio hits “Till You Get There” and “Dents on a Chevy,” a duet with Terri Clark that spent 7 weeks atop the independent country radio charts, becoming the number one independent country single of 2023. Grammy-nominated and Dove Award winning, Ty's voice is stronger than ever, and he's using it to make a difference. In 2020, he created the Foundation For Love & Acceptance to further his work on behalf of mental health, addiction and trauma recovery, and building a more inclusive country music community.

On today's show, we chat with two time guest, Ben Fuller!Music has taken Ben Fuller's life and made it into something he never would have dreamed. Ben grew up in Southern Vermont on his family dairy farm working along-side his father. He'd pass the time by singing classic country tunes as he witnessed first-hand the hard work and dedication it took to run a farm.  After generations of hurt in his family, Ben turned to cocaine and alcohol at a young age. Motivated to change, he moved to Nashville to pursue a career as a country singer in late 2018. A family friend invited Ben over for a meal and then to church the next morning, where he was radically transformed by the power of God. Today, Ben lives completely sober, while sharing his story of hope, redemption, and healing in Jesus' Name through his songs. Ben was nominated for the 2023 K-LOVE Fan Awards (Breakout Single of The Year - “Who I Am”) and the 2023 Dove Awards (New Artist of the Year). In 2024, he was nominated for the Dove Award for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year (“If I Got Jesus”). His debut single, “Who I Am” went #1 on multiple Christian radio charts, while “If I Got Jesus” has amassed over 48M streams as well as 1.4B short form views and 2.1M creations on TikTok.  Additionally, Ben has performed at the Grand Ole Opry and the CMA Festival, and has toured with Casting Crowns, Zach Williams, Big Daddy Weave, CAIN, We Are Messengers, and others.Provident Entertainment and chart-topping singer-songwriter Ben Fuller are excited to announce the release of his highly anticipated new album, Walk ThroughFire, available worldwide on June 6. The new project features Fuller's most personal and powerful music to date, including the brand-new single, “Since Jesus, ” out today and availableon all streaming platforms.  Written by Ben Fuller, Ethan Hulse, and Sam Martinez, and produced by Martinez, “Since Jesus” is a bold declaration of transformation and faith. Following the success of his previoussingle “If It Was Up To Me” featuring multi-platinum country icon Carrie Underwood, Fuller's latest release showcases his signature blend of vulnerability, authenticity, and soul-stirring conviction.  'Since Jesus' is my favorite track on the album, ” says Fuller,“ and the message is simple: my life has dramatically changed since I met Jesus and the journey He has taken” me on.  Walk Through Firemarks a milestone moment in Fuller's journey, both musically and spiritually.  The record blends elements of rock, classical, and country, and represents Fuller at his most honest and unfiltered. From the first prayer to the final production, he played a hands-on role in every step of the process.  “God walked everywhere when He was on this earth. He was never in a hurry, ” Fuller shares about the album's theme.  “He meets you where you are—whether at your highest high or your lowest low. I'm thankful that I had to walk through fire to get to where I am today. It was time to throw out my old boots, the ones covered in sin and shame, and put on new ones as I started my walk with God."@bendfullerchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Wisdom Moon sits down with Dove Award-winning songwriter Tony Wood for a rich conversation on calling, craft, and career longevity. With over 900 recorded songs and more than 30 No. 1 hits, Tony shares the story of his humble beginnings in a small North Carolina town, his leap of faith to Nashville, and the years of quiet faithfulness that shaped his songwriting ministry.You'll hear about:-The early days of writing lyrics in church youth group-What it means to be faithful in the hidden seasons-Why the second meeting with a publisher is harder than the first-How to create safe, Spirit-led writing rooms-Encouragement for young Christian songwriters navigating today's industryTony's story is a reminder that the fruit of faithfulness often grows slowly, but it lasts. Whether you're a new songwriter or a seasoned creative, this conversation will encourage you to trust God with your calling and show up with a heart to serve.This episode is sponsored by Christian Creative Mentorship, a community created specifically for Christian music creatives who are serious about growing in both their craft and their calling. Whether you're just starting out or navigating your next steps, this community exists to help you steward your music ministry in a way that honors God and serves others well. Visit https://christiancreativementorship.com/ to join for free today!CONNECT WITH US:⁠⁠⁠Christian Music Industry Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wisdom Moon on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lula Music Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lula Music Group on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Music Industry Podcast on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH TONY WOOD:tonywoodonline.cominstagram.com/tonywood_exit71

Armand John Petri stands as a versatile figure in the music industry, excelling as a producer, engineer, and performer. His impactful work includes producing, engineering, and pre-producing five seminal Goo Goo Dolls albums, from Jed through the breakthrough Dizzy Up the Girl. Petri also lent his expertise to 10,000 Maniacs, engineering or producing Candy Everybody Wants, Love Among the Ruins, and Earth Pressed Flat. His diverse portfolio further encompasses engineering or production credits for The Splat Cats and a significant number of Manowar albums. With an impressive catalog of approximately 110 albums, his contributions have been recognized with five multi-platinum and three gold record awards, as well as a Dove Award. Beyond these notable collaborations, Armand has worked with a wide array of renowned artists, including Sixpence None The Richer, where he served as both personal manager and producer for three of their albums, and the duo John & Mary. His dedication to nurturing local talent is evident in his production work with around 60 bands, and his global reach extends to collaborations in over 50 studios worldwide. His foundation in music was laid at SUNY Fredonia, where he studied Music and Sound Recording. A year into his studies, he embarked on a full-time touring career as the drummer for the show group Life. Returning to Fredonia, his senior project album, aptly named The Rods, secured a recording contract with Arista Records. His performance experience includes European tours and engagements on cruise ships. Demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit, Armand assembled and produced his own group, Ara Nova, which signed with Refuge Music Group. He has also held the position of staff producer at Pure Metal Records and has directed numerous music videos, showcasing the breadth of his creative talents.  Armand joined Rockabilly Greg in the Flamingo Lounge on May 20, 2025 for an interesting conversation on his storied career.

To have a calling on your life is sometimes difficult to explain. Beyond being a sense of purpose or direction in your life, a calling is the unexplainable belief that there is something you were meant to do. It's a mission or a destiny that is unique to you. But what if your calling involves other people, specifically those who are related to you? The Erwins, a Gospel quartet from Texas, believe they have a collective calling to serve God through the gift of music. And when that is combined with pure talent and a servant's heart for people, you have an incomparable ministry. These Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning siblings grew up singing in countless churches and events around the country as they traveled with their father, a full-time itinerant evangelist for more than 50 years. Says Keith Erwin, “Singing is all we know and all we want to do. It's our life and our joy to serve the Lord with the voices He has given us.” The Erwins debut Southern Gospel recording, “What Really Matters, released in 2011. Since then, they have delivered eight albums including the Grammy-nominated “What Christmas Really Means” and the critically acclaimed “Life Story” in 2024. In addition, they have also landed two #1 Southern Gospel radio hits, “The God I Know” and “Red Words".Keith, Kody, Kris, and Katie Erwin join us to share their family story of blazing new trails in Southern Gospel music. Listen as they take us through how prayer, focus, and determination charts the course for their music ministry and why living out their calling is a foundational value in their family.

Wilder Woods is the solo project of Bear Rinehart, the lead singer of multi-plantinum, Grammy-nominated, Billboard award winning, multiple Dove award-winning mega rock band NEEDTOBREATHE. We chat with Bear about how his prolific creative output forced his hand on starting Wilder Woods, juggling not only creating but performing with 2 drastically different projects, setting goals and intentions, knowing the path to those goals, internal perception of success and not only allowing things to unfold in their own time but enjoying them for what they are, and a whole lot more.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Wilder WoodsNEEDTOBREATHEp 60 - Lori McKennaNatalie HembyAnderson EastDaniel Tashian“The War of Art”Ep 27 - Mary GauthierEp 16 - Rodney CrowellBob Seger - Shame on the MoonJim ScottRyan TedderDrew HolcombEp 59 - Tyler RamseyPearl JamThe KillersTame ImpalaClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

Unlock the secrets of Spotify and how the platform changes audio. Based in Nashville, Sam is in the top 0.1% of mastering engineers, with 4B+ streams, a Gold Record, Dove Award, and was nominated for a Grammy. And there's a reason why: He knows his stuff!After literally writing the book on finishing records, Sam goes deeper into what it's really like to make music in 2025. That's why his job title is “Peace of Mind Bringer.”I loved learning from him and his perspective on mastering and the music industry. I hope it helps you Love Music More.For 30% off your first year of DistroKid to share your music with the world click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DistroKid.com/vip/lovemusicmore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to this pod's blog on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive deeper dives on the regular

Ian Morgan Cron is a bestselling author, nationally recognised speaker, Enneagram teacher, trained psychotherapist, Dove Award-winning songwriter, and Episcopal priest. His newest book is entitled 'The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone In Between.'I wanted to speak to Ian because I find his experience fascinating in finding the 12 steps to be a great framework for more general discipleship and creating a more welcoming and open atmosphere at Church.Some highlights from this episode include Ian's powerful story of recovering from addiction, why we are all addicts, and a broader way to look at the concepts of sin and salvation.--You can find more of Ian's work at the following links:- https://ianmorgancron.com/thefix- https://www.instagram.com/ianmorgancron/Follow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content:www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspodhttps://www.facebook.com/forallthesaintspod/For All The Saints episodes are released every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDUQg_qZIU&list=UULFFf7vzrJ2LNWmp1Kl-c6K9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3j64txm9qbGVVZOM48P4HS?si=bb31d048e05141f2https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271If you have feedback or any suggestions for topics or guests, connect with Ben & Sean via hello@forallthesaints.org or DM on InstagramConversations to Refresh Your Faith.For All The Saints podcast was established in 2023 by Ben Hancock to express his passion and desire for more dialogue around faith, religious belief, and believers' perspectives on the topics of our day. Tune into For All The Saints every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.Follow For All The Saints on social media for daily inspiration.

On today's show, we chat with two-time guest, Sean Rodriguez!Catapulted into the spotlight on 2023's nationwide Winter Jam tour—one of Christian music's biggest annual outings—Sean Rodriguez is known for his charismatic, high-octane performances and a rapidly growing, genre-spanning discography. With a ministry that seeks to honor the legacy birthed by his evangelist grandfather more than 40 years ago, Rodriguez served as a children's pastor and youth leader before turning his focus to music. His 2023 pop anthem, “Center Stage,” has resonated with fans around the world, amassing more than 2.5 million streams to date. Rodriguez has opened for Michael W. Smith, for KING & COUNTRY, KB and Cain, among others, performing at such leading events as Kingdom Bound, Lifest, Big Ticket Festival and Off The Charts Music Festival.Jesus Will, the inaugural release from WieRok Records and the long-awaited debut EP from genre-spanning singer/songwriter Sean Rodriguez, is now available. Showcasing his reigning #1 hit, “It Is Finished” (feat. Disciple), which has claimed the top spot on Christian Music Weekly's Rock chart for a total of six weeks to date, the Jesus Will EP also features Rodriguez's first single of 2025, “Rise.”  A pulsing pop anthem helmed by multi-GRAMMY and Dove Award-winning producer Chuck Butler (Tauren Wells, Micah Tyler) and penned by Rodriguez, Joshua Cockerham and Will Strotz, “Rise” is a timely message for a new year, underscoring God's transformative power to renew and restore lives.seanrodriguezmusic.com@seanrodriguezmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

Colt and David sit down with songwriter Brian White.  White has more than 400 cuts to date, including 16 number 1's.  His credits include Michael English‘s “Holding Out Hope To You” and The Martins‘ “The Promise,” both of which took home a Dove Award for Song of the Year, as well as Rodney Atkins‘ “Watching You,” which was named SESAC Country Song of the Year, and Jason Aldean‘s chart-topper “Blame It On You.”White's work has been recorded by other Christian artists such as We Are Messengers, Ben Fuller, Consumed By Fire, Danny Gokey, Kutless, 7eventh Time Down, Avalon, Point of Grace, Mandisa, 4Him, Larnelle Harris, Karyn Williams and Selah, among others.  He has also scored more cuts in the country and pop markets with Rascal Flatts, Trace Adkins, Gary Allan, The Swon Brothers, Steve Holy, Earl Scruggs, Terri Clark, Kix Brooks and BlackHawk.Website: www.brianwhitesongwriter.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/bwtunesInstagram: www.instagram.com/bwtunesTwitter (X): www. twitter.com/bwtunesSend us a textSupport the showCheck out our socials and follow us!Facebook: www.facebook.com/TwangTownPodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/TwangTownPodTwitter: www.twitter.com/TwangTownPodWe would love your support to continue to bring listeners amazing content!Cash App: www.cash.app/$TwangTownPodBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2232176/support

In this episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Dove Award–winning songwriter and founder of Music for the Soul, Steve Siler.   Steve shares his hope story of how he and his wife processed the difficult news that their son would be born with spina bifida – and how God provided comfort, hope, and supportive friends. He also opens up about the healing power of music and how it can help people express pain, process emotions, and experience God's comfort. Steve offers encouragement to ministry leaders on using music as a tool for care and shares resources that speak to anxiety, mental health, and real-life struggles with honesty and hope.   Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in to learn more  (08:59) - Finding Hope Through Faith and Community (13:49) - Embracing a New Calling (18:08) - Navigating Dark Topics in Ministry (28:03) - Unlocking Healing Through Music (38:16) - Healing Through Music and Therapy (43:24) - Healing Through Songs of Hope (56:58) - Sowing Hope Through Christian Podcast ---------------------------- Steve Siler resources   Learn more about Steve Siler and Music for the Soul: www.musicforthesoul.org     Check out Steve Siler's music and devotionals: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store?search=music+for+the+soul   Listen to Steve Siler's podcast, Music for the Soul:   On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-for-the-soul-podcast/id1654054877   On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Fnfkr2SutEJwVXXH2YCMm   ---------------------------- Hope for the Heart resources Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/    Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night   God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/   Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON    Learn about our summer event on Mental Health and the Church: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/mental-health-and-the-church   Sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/ 

Andy Chrisman has been in the Christian music industry for over 25 years, both as a solo artist and as part of the Dove Award-winning group, 4Him. He has sold more than 5 million records, garnered twenty-five #1 singles, and was awarded numerous Grammy Award™ and Dove Award™ nominations and wins.In 2004, Andy began leading thousands of people in worship every week at Church On The Move in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and served a strategic role in helping the organization become one of the most influential and creative churches in the world.In 2005, Andy launched the world-wide syndicated radio show, "Worship with Andy Chrisman" which is currently heard on nearly 300 stations internationally with an estimated 5 million listeners each week.With more than 5000 concerts, 10,000 stage appearances and an estimated 25,000 hours of professional singing, Andy Chrisman has become one of the most sought after vocal worship trainers in the country for singers. He also started the Worship Table, which is a scared space for worship pastors and creative leaders to find rest, renewal, and real connection. He also hosts the podcast "1 Degree of Andy", where he shares stories from his four-decade journey in the Christian music industry. The podcast features in-depth interviews with influential artists, producers, and industry figures, offering insights into their careers and personal experiencesFor more on Andy, his podcast, coaching, or vocal coaching check him out on social as well as andychrisman.com and theworshiptable.com Enjoy the show! 

On today's show, we chat with Andrea Olson!Andrea Olson is a distinguished worship leader, songwriter, and entrepreneur committed to equipping the Church with resources that inspire faith where lifereally happens. As the founder of Overflow Worship, she is calling a generation to rise up - because the Church of tomorrow depends on what we do today. OverflowWorship creates content and tools that tackle life's challenges, celebrate the beauty and goodness of the Church, and encourage the body of Christ in their faithjourney. Through innovative media, events, resources and worship experiences, Andrea and her team are reshaping how people engage with worship, scripture, and community and deepening our understanding of the lifestyle of worship.Beyond Overflow Worship, Andrea has developed the Overflow Worship Conference and Overflow WorshipLeaders Online, a dedicated space for worship pastors and leaders to grow in their calling through mentorship, coaching, and community. Her extensive career in musicand ministry includes collaborations with Grammy- nominated and Dove Award-winning artists such as Meredith Andrews, Christy Nockels, Paul Baloche, Shane & Shane, and Vertical Worship. She has ledworship across the country and created impactful online experiences, including a virtual retreat that drew 8,000 worship leaders globally. Her YouTube channel, which has grown by over 400% in just one month, features The Church, a relatable mini-series inspiring church communities, while her Overflow Worship Podcast, ranked in the top 10% globally, offers insights from leading voices in ministry. A trusted business mentor, Andrea is also sought after by female entrepreneurs looking to implement the systems they need to scale.  Through her music, leadership, and entrepreneurial expertise, Andrea continues to inspire and equip believers, worship leaders, and business owners to create lasting impact.overflowworship.com@overflowworshipofficialandreaolsonmusic.com@andreaolsonmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 576 - Phil King - Miscarriages PHIL KING OFFERS HOPE AMIDST LOSS WITH POIGNANT    ‘MISCARRIAGES' NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Unveiling one of his most emotive and powerful singles yet, acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Phil King bows “Miscarriages” today. Written and produced by King with children's choir and string arrangements by Tyler Michael Smith, “Miscarriages” aims to bring comfort to grieving parents while serving as an important reminder that earthly loss is only temporal.    King, a father of twins, was moved to pen the poignant ballad upon witnessing multiple families in his own circle experience the heartbreak of miscarriage. “After grieving with some good friends who lost a child in the womb, we learned that another couple was pregnant with twins," he explains. "We were overjoyed to celebrate with them, but then my wife received a call with more devastating news—they had lost their ‘Baby B,' a reference to the second child conceived in a twin pregnancy. In our journey of becoming twin parents, ‘Baby B' would have been our son. Hearing this news and imagining the pain of losing our own son is what set me on course to compose ‘Miscarriages.'”   “After I wrote the song, I sent it to both couples with the intent of bringing comfort to them,” King shares. “Along with their reactions, and after playing it for a few others, I decided that with all the other millions of stories of miscarriages out there and so few songs on the subject, this one needed to be available for anyone to hear.”     He adds, “In Heaven, families are reunited every day. My hope is that ‘Miscarriages' reassures parents with the truth that their baby is not actually lost. Rather, their child is safe in Heaven with Jesus, waiting for them on the other side of eternity. I hope this knowledge will prevail in the hearts and minds of people who have struggled with the grief of miscarriage as they listen.”     A pro-life advocate, King performed his anthem “Not Forgotten” with GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Francesca Battistelli before 20,000 people at Focus on the Family's 2019 “Alive From New York” gathering. Featuring 4D ultrasound footage projected on screens in Times Square, the event underscored the undeniable scientific evidence that a baby in the womb is fully human, fully alive and fully worthy of protection.    “Miscarriages” is King's second single of the year, arriving on the heels of “Heal Our Land.” A fervent prayer for America which released prior to last month's Presidential Inauguration, the song is a plea for peace, spiritual transformation and personal revival in the wake of change, tension and new beginnings.    ABOUT PHIL KING  Singer/songwriter, recording artist and worship leader Phil King is passionate about composing and sharing music that points people to Jesus. His acclaimed songs include the multilingual anthem “So Worthy,” which has been embraced by audiences around the world, as well as "Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone)," a duet with Dove Award-winning worship leader Meredith Andrews. King has also written and co-penned songs for such artists as Matt Redman, Leeland, Micah Tyler, Christine D'Clario and Rita Springer, and he has been featured on recordings and at live events with Lauren Daigle, Michael W. Smith, Jekalyn Carr and Danny Gokey, among others. Formerly a worship leader at Christ for the Nations and a worship pastor at Dallas' Gateway Church, King currently serves as a worship pastor at Trinity Fellowship Church in Amarillo, Texas. He and his wife Kalyn are the parents of a twin son and daughter.    For further information, visit philkingmusic.com or turningpointpr.com. Follow King on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.          ----more----     Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James   Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Blessings, Rick Lee James     Get the new song - Whatever You Do       VINYL SALE THUNDER by Rick Lee James ONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album)   VINYL SALE - “KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

Welcome to the show! Today, we're thrilled to have recording artist and worship leader Meredith Andrews join us on the She Lives Fearless Podcast. You may know Meredith from her powerful work with Curb | Word Entertainment and her time with Vertical Worship, and more recently at Belonging Co. in Nashville. She's a Dove Award-winning artist whose heart and musical gifts have touched countless lives—leading songs that keep our minds and hearts set on Jesus.Meredith has been a part of some of the most beloved worship songs across America—from “Open Up The Heavens” and “Lamb of God” to “Not For A Moment,” “Spirit of the Living God,” and “Faith and Wonder.” Whether she's touring with top names like Matt Maher, Natalie Grant, Big Daddy Weave, Phil Wickham, and Michael W. Smith or leading worship at major conferences for women and worship leaders, her genuine anointing shines through.Her latest album, Heaven's Frequency, recorded live in her hometown of Nashville at HopeUC, truly captures the bold authority and deep passion she brings to every room she fills with worship. We're so excited to dive into her journey, hear how worship fuels her fearless living, and discover what it means to embrace God's call in every note. Welcome, Meredith!Connect with Meredith on Instagram and Facebook, and learn more about her music on her WebsiteFor More Information on Meredith mentoring Worship Leaders click hereConnect with She Lives Fearless on InstagramWe'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode!Pre-Order At the Kitchen Sink by Dina Deleasa-GonsarA cookbook serving up real-life nourishment from the creator and television personality of Dish It Girl.Get your free guide, Overcome Overwhelm:  5 Practical Steps to Find Peace and Purpose by Holly Newton 

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 576 - Phil King - MiscarriagesPHIL KING OFFERS HOPE AMIDST LOSSWITH POIGNANT‘MISCARRIAGES'NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Unveiling one of his most emotive and powerful singles yet, acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Phil King bows “Miscarriages” today. Written and produced by King with children's choir and string arrangements by Tyler Michael Smith, “Miscarriages” aims to bring comfort to grieving parents while serving as an important reminder that earthly loss is only temporal.King, a father of twins, was moved to pen the poignant ballad upon witnessing multiple families in his own circle experience the heartbreak of miscarriage. “After grieving with some good friends who lost a child in the womb, we learned that another couple was pregnant with twins," he explains. "We were overjoyed to celebrate with them, but then my wife received a call with more devastating news—they had lost their ‘Baby B,' a reference to the second child conceived in a twin pregnancy. In our journey of becoming twin parents, ‘Baby B' would have been our son. Hearing this news and imagining the pain of losing our own son is what set me on course to compose ‘Miscarriages.'”“After I wrote the song, I sent it to both couples with the intent of bringing comfort to them,” King shares. “Along with their reactions, and after playing it for a few others, I decided that with all the other millions of stories of miscarriages out there and so few songs on the subject, this one needed to be available for anyone to hear.”He adds, “In Heaven, families are reunited every day. My hope is that ‘Miscarriages' reassures parents with the truth that their baby is not actually lost. Rather, their child is safe in Heaven with Jesus, waiting for them on the other side of eternity. I hope this knowledge will prevail in the hearts and minds of people who have struggled with the grief of miscarriage as they listen.”A pro-life advocate, King performed his anthem “Not Forgotten” with GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Francesca Battistelli before 20,000 people at Focus on the Family's 2019 “Alive From New York” gathering. Featuring 4D ultrasound footage projected on screens in Times Square, the event underscored the undeniable scientific evidence that a baby in the womb is fully human, fully alive and fully worthy of protection.“Miscarriages” is King's second single of the year, arriving on the heels of “Heal Our Land.” A fervent prayer for America which released prior to last month's Presidential Inauguration, the song is a plea for peace, spiritual transformation and personal revival in the wake of change, tension and new beginnings.ABOUT PHIL KINGSinger/songwriter, recording artist and worship leader Phil King is passionate about composing and sharing music that points people to Jesus. His acclaimed songs include the multilingual anthem “So Worthy,” which has been embraced by audiences around the world, as well as "Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone)," a duet with Dove Award-winning worship leader Meredith Andrews. King has also written and co-penned songs for such artists as Matt Redman, Leeland, Micah Tyler, Christine D'Clario and Rita Springer, and he has been featured on recordings and at live events with Lauren Daigle, Michael W. Smith, Jekalyn Carr and Danny Gokey, among others. Formerly a worship leader at Christ for the Nations and a worship pastor at Dallas' Gateway Church, King currently serves as a worship pastor at Trinity Fellowship Church in Amarillo, Texas. He and his wife Kalyn are the parents of a twin son and daughter.For further information, visit philkingmusic.com or turningpointpr.com. Follow King on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.----more----Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp.Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase.Blessings,Rick Lee JamesEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comDon't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp.Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase.Blessings,Rick Lee JamesEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comBlessings,Rick Lee JamesGet the new song - Whatever You DoVINYL SALETHUNDER by Rick Lee JamesONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album)VINYL SALE -“KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

She's a two-time Dove Award winner. Her songs have been published in more than 25 languages and she's featured among great hymn writers. Thursday on a "Best of Chris Fabry Live," it's singer, songwriter, TV host, and author Babbie Mason. She wants to help you overcome the fear of sharing your faith with your family members and friends. Don't miss the conversation with Babbie Mason on Chris Fabry Live. For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We got a Misfit in the building! CHH legend and Dove Award winning artist Fern joins us for this exclusive interview! He gives us the inside story about his early life upbringings in Hollywood, Florida in the 80's, as well as who his biggest influences were that fueled his beginnings into CHH! Plus, he talks to us about how he met his Social Club Misfit partner in rhyme, Marty! He also gives us details about his latest release 'Shiesty', as well as everything in the past, present and future! Also, he tells us the story about why he has 7 cats, and his 'catio'! Elevate Your Music & Elevate Your Mind!

Today on the show, we're answering the question, “Why does the winter feel so long?”  You may know Cubbie Fink as one of the founding members of Foster the People, but he's also an incredible producer and creative force. And joining him is his wife Rebecca St. James—Grammy and Dove Award-winning Christian artist, worship leader, author, and just all-around wonderful human.  I think we're all feeling OVER THE WINTER at this point, so we're going to talk about why it feels so long and how we handle it, AND we get to talk about Cubbie and Rebecca's book about their life and marriage, called Lasting Ever.  If you're following along in your TSF Seasons Guidebook, we're on page 25. And as always, if you still want to get a Guidebook (especially because spring pages are coming soon, we're emailing them out on March 17th!), you can find it at anniefdowns.com/seasons . . . . . Find the show notes here Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors!  BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. Jolie: Head to jolieskinco.com/THATSOUNDSFUN to try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. Ritual: Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/THATSOUNDSFUN.  HiyaHealth: My friends receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. WayFair: Head over to Wayfair.com and find something that's just your style today.  . . . . . If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . If you enjoyed this episode, you can go back and listen to these: Episode 374: Rebecca St. James + Kingdom Come Episode 372: For King and Country . . . . . Catch our special miniseries over on Annie's miniBFF podcast. It's about Who We Are. Why We Are Here, and Where We Are Going. Be sure to subscribe for the miniBFFs in your life. . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show, we chat with David Leonard!Arkansas native and Tennessee resident David Leonard has been playing, singing, writing, and recording music since college when he and friends formed the band Jackson Waters. He later performed with NEEDTOBREATHE before a season of recording as one-half of the critically-acclaimed, GRAMMY Award-nominated duo All Sons & Daughters. David is a Dove Award-winning producer and creative partner in The Creak Music (Brandon Lake, Cody Carnes, NEEDTOBREATHE, Ben & Noelle Kilgore, and more), and he's also racked up stellar songwriting credits such as “Great Are You Lord,” “Christ Be All Around,” and “All The Poor and Powerless.” It was in 2019 when he released his first solo project, The Wait, a special collection of personal and reflective songs. David followed up the critically acclaimed album with The Wait: Silence The Noise, encompassing recreated and intimate versions of each of the original tracks. Along with being a husband and father, David Leonard can easily say his other love and passion is his work. His new album, Just Jesus, is available everywhere!davidleonardmusic.com@davidleonardmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

Dr. Jim Whitmire, Minister of Music at Crossroads Baptist Church shares plans to take the Mid-America Passion Play on the road to Living Water Church in Poughkeepsie, New York. We'll also talk about their newly released CD by the Crossroads Choir, “Let Jesus Christ Be Praised”. These ten hymns have meant the most to Jim throughout his years in music ministry and was arranged by GRAMMY and Dove Award recipient, David T. Clydesdale.

On today's show, we chat with Rebeca St. James & Cubbie Fink!Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink were both hopeless romantics – yet each had committed to waiting for God's best in every area of life. By the time their paths finally crossed, Rebecca was aGrammy-winning Christian music artist who had just moved to California. Cubbie, raised in California, had served as a missionary in South Africa and had cofounded Grammy-nominated indie-pop band Foster the People.Now, for the first time, these two international music sensations share their love story in a joint memoir, Lasting Ever: Faith, Music, Family & Being Found by True Love, which is available now!“From that first look, as we caught each other's eyes across a crowded room in Los Angeles, there was something magical. Something that teased us with the idea of a romance that could last,” Rebecca and Cubbie write in the book's introduction. “Lasting Ever shares our love story, but it also reveals how we've been found by God's true love at every turn.”  The 2024 Dove Award-winning film "Unsung Hero" (coming to Netflix in 2025) depicted the early years of Rebecca St. James's family life and music career. Lasting Ever shines a light on the next season of Rebecca's life and introduces fans to her husband, Cubbie. The couple unpacks the highs and lows of their shared and individual lives – offering new details about their respective careers, their deep faith, and the staying power of committed love. rebeccastjames.com@rebeccast.jameschristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

This episode features a Dove Award-nominated singer/songwriter who is also an author, documentary film maker, Ted Talk speaker, podcaster, and former resident of Nashville who has found his home in Plains, Georgia. The Peach Jam Podcast features stories and songs recorded live in our GPB studios from a variety of incredibly talented and diverse bands and artists who call the Peach State home.

Johnny & Brent welcome Jim Brady, a Dove Award-winning gospel singer, songwriter, and recording artist, best known as one half of the acclaimed duo, Jim and Melissa Brady to The Challenge where they dream up 5-6 different conceptual angles to write a song titled, "Character". With a career spanning over two decades, Jim Brady is celebrated for his heartfelt lyrics, rich harmonies, and commitment to spreading the gospel through music. Before forming the duo with his wife, Melissa, he spent years as a member of the legendary Booth Brothers, earning numerous awards and accolades. Connect with Jim and Melissa Brady here: Website: JimandMelissaBrady.com Facebook: Jim & Melissa Brady Instagram: @JimandMelissaBrady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Among the most defining artists in Christian music history, GRAMMY®-winning singer/songwriter, best-selling author, speaker and actress Rebecca St. James catapulted into the global spotlight following the release of her self-titled Forefront Records debut in 1994. The Australian native's modern pop sensibilities and uncompromising lyrics set a benchmark in Christian music, leading a new generation of artistry in the genre. St. James has earned multiple Dove Awards, nine #1 Christian radio singles and two GOLD®-certified recordings, and her discography includes such iconic albums as Pray, God and Transform. Author of the best-selling titles Wait For Me (Thomas Nelson) and Pure (Hachette/Faithwords), among others, she starred in the 2009 film Sarah's Choice; portrayed Mary Magdalene in the groundbreaking rock opera !Hero; and voiced ‘Hope, The Angel' in VeggieTales' best-selling The Easter Carol, in addition to other diverse roles.Following a hiatus from recording and touring—during which time she married and started a family—St. James returned to the stage in 2018 to perform with her brothers, multi-GRAMMY® and Dove Award winning duo for KING & COUNTRY. In 2022, she released Kingdom Come, her first full-length studio album in 11 years, featuring collaborations with Bethel Music's Brandon Lake and Josh Baldwin, artist Kalley Heiligenthal, and her brothers from for KING & COUNTRY. The album's lead single “Kingdom Come” peaked at #8 on Billboard's Christian Digital Song Sales chart.Most recently, St. James' family story is being brought to the big screen in the upcoming 2024 film “Unsung Hero,” distributed by Lionsgate. The faith-based feature tells the story of the Smallbone family's journey from Australia to America and particularly highlights Helen Smallbone, the family matriarch whose faith helped guide her family of nine through various struggles. The film, produced in conjunction with Kingdom Story Company and Candace Cameron Bure's Candy Rock Entertainment, is set to release on April 26, 2024. Adding to her literary accomplishments, St. James and her husband Cubbie Fink are co-authoring a new book titled “Lasting Ever,” which aims to share insights and wisdom about building a strong, lasting marriage.

"Listen to what the session musicians say during lunch!" Joe talked about how to be a great studio assistant, orchestral sessions, choosing the perfect vocal mic and DAW, Harrison Mixbus 32, the SSL UF8 and UC-1, and being a servant to the song! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Joe Carrell, a Nashville-based producer, mixer, and recording engineer. Over his 20+ year career, Joe has mixed and recorded 12 Grammy-nominated albums, worked on Dove Award-winning songs, and contributed to over 38 charting number-one hits, with Billboard top tens in multiple categories, all the while producing pop artists and mixing everything from rock, country, jazz, gospel, bluegrass, etc. He currently works from the historic Treasure Isle Recorders in Nashville TN. Joe Carrell began his journey in the professional music world as an assistant engineer for a member of Nashville's legendary Bradley family. With a strong background as a musician and a deep love for recording, Joe quickly became a sought-after expert in the industry. Today, he shares his passion and expertise on his YouTube channel, In The Mix with Joe Carrell, and in collaboration with platforms like Produce Like A Pro, Warm Audio, and SSL. Joe produces hands-on tutorials for both beginners and seasoned engineers, covering essential mixing and production techniques such as vocal mixing, managing multiple vocal tracks, adding depth to mixes, and insights into his hybrid workflow. He also offers tips on using EQ, stereo widening, automation, subgroups, balancing low-end frequencies, mixing orchestral elements, and crafting commercial-ready tracks across a variety of genres. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://www.adam-audio.com https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://roswellproaudio.com/ https://www.makebelievestudio.com/mbsi Get your MBSI plugin here! https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy  https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0eq797VHiwEZkHpkPT2my7?si=70f85ca0cc324b3b If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/488

Yancy Richmond is a Traveling Worship Leader, Published Songwriter, Author, Producer, Multi-Dove-Award-Winning Artist, Wife, and Mother of two boys. This interview is LOADED with value bombs! How did she: Switch from CCM to children's songs? Find success with children's songs? Balance her artist and family life, all while serving God at her highest and best level? Find out in this BRAND NEW episode! Connect with our guest here: Instagram: @YancyNotNancy Facebook: @YancyNotNancy YouTube: @YancyNotNancy The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more. He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros. You can find Brent at SongwritingPro.com/Baxter and SongwritingPro.com. Johnny Dwinell owns Daredevil Production and helps artists increase their streams, blow up their video views, sell more live show tickets, and get discovered by new fans, TV and music industry pros. Daredevil has worked with artists including Collin Raye, Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, Ronnie McDowell and others. You can find Johnny at TheCLIMBshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revisiting our conversation with Kenna Turner West, originally released in November 2023. Kenna is a recording artist, multi-Dove Award-winning songwriter, and five-time Songwriter of the Year—co-writing hit songs such as “Say Amen,” “Revival,” “Small Town Someone,” and “Even Me.” You can connect with Kenna at ⁠https://KennaTurnerWest.com⁠ Send your comments, feedback, and questions to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FourKPod@yahoo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. We'd love you to leave us a five-star review and share this podcast with your friends. Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3J8SqzF⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3X4AziV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Platforms: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3NpQXHu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ View upcoming tour dates at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ErwinMinistries.com/Tour⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Latest Single: Still Telling My Story Apple Music – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/44oyHUP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3XqZnSy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/42Y8cUV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted by Keith, Kody, Kris, and Katie Erwin Produced by Luke Clayton and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://MustIncrease.com

One of the founding members of the legendary band Grand Funk Railroad. A singer, songwriter, guitar player, in September he released a full album, and his American Band continues to tour, including a cruise that they will play on next March. He is a platinum recording artist 30 times over and even earned a Dove Award nomination. A music video for one of the songs on his new album got more than 25 thousand views in just the first four weeks alone of being on his official YouTube channel. On and off the stage he works tirelessly to honor our nation's service personnel and Veterans wherever they are stationed.

Join us for a captivating episode featuring Jill Nicholl, the talented author behind the acclaimed N. Ford series, The Refuge as she embarks on a transformative journey into the world of songwriting. Under the mentorship of the legendary Gary Chapman—a seven-time Dove Award-winning artist and five-time Grammy nominee—Jill explores the intersection of storytelling and music.In this intimate conversation, Jill and Gary gather around the dining room table to share heartfelt stories, the creative process behind their work, and the spiritual insights that fuel their artistry. Discover how Jill is weaving her narrative skills into songwriting, and gain inspiration from Gary's wisdom and experiences in the music industry.Whether you're a fan of literature, music, or simply love a good story, this episode promises to be a rich tapestry of inspiration, creativity, and connection. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that bridges the gap between written words and melodic expression!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/songwriter-connection/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dove Award-winning Christian musician David Crowder buddies up with Jase, who gleefully claims their twin-ship. Crowder talks about his unusual start in the Christian music industry, who influenced his career the most, and what it was like to meet his musical hero, Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam. Jase identifies with Crowder's song “Red Letters” in a major way, and Al manages to get Crowder to reveal what happened the one time he shaved off his beard. Listen to Crowder's new single, “Somebody Prayed,” at https://www.crowdermusic.com/ today! “Unashamed” episode 985 is sponsored by: https://BlazeElection.com/Robertson — Get $40 OFF your BlazeTV subscription for full coverage of election night 2024 with your favorite BlazeTV hosts! https://philmerch.com — Get your “Unashamed” mugs, shirts, hats & hoodies! -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jase confesses a wrongdoing he did to Phil nearly 50 years ago that he's held inside the whole time, and Jep announces his impending grandfather-hood! Award-winning singer-songwriter Rhett Walker reveals the surprising and touching way he met the Robertson family a decade ago, and Phil gives the short list of people he'll wake up from a nap for, including Lynyrd Skynyrd. Jase makes up a song off the cuff that really impresses Rhett, and Zach confirms that “The Blind” has been nominated for a Dove Award.  In this episode: James 1, verse 22; Hebrews 2, verse 11 “Unashamed” episode 944 is sponsored by: http://www.focusonthefamilywithjimdaly.com — Get the support you need to guide your family with Focus on the Family with Jim Daly! https://philmerch.com — Get your “Unashamed” mugs, shirts, hats & hoodies! -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices