Podcast appearances and mentions of Israel Houghton

Pastor John Carter give an update for the Beyond Campaign with celebration music from Israel Houghton.

•Darrin Patterson knows it is nothing short of God's favor miraculously healed from cancer, what many consider fate and simply good fortune. As a recording artist andmusical genius, his production and song-writing gifts have opened doors for him to share the stage with gospel greats such as Karen Clark-Sheard, Fred Hammond and Tasha Page-Lockhart, to name a few. His unique sound and flavor, coupled with the anointing of God, can be compared with the likes of Tye Tribbett and Israel Houghton, reaching audiences to the core of their being long after he's taken his seat. What started out as small performances at churches and weddings soon spiraled into something much bigger than Darrin intended.•After ministering in a musical, he formed Darrin Paterson & Friends, which would later become Darrin Patterson & Promise. The group's exclusive sound and unapologetic anointing was sure to move the hearts of men and women worldwide, prompting them to seek true transformation through life in Jesus Christ. Realizing that nothing occurs by happenstance or luck, Patterson is strategically committed to reaching the nations through the ministry of music and song, bringing greater glory to God.•Since the disbandment of Darrin Patterson & Promise, he's devoted his time and efforts to his debut album, “The Road”. His lead single, “Love You Forever” hasaudiences of all ages and backgrounds raving in worship, leaving a mark that can't be erased. Fortunate to travel the nation with artists of all calibers, Patterson is well on his way to destiny fulfillment and prophecy manifestation.His mission and his mandate are clear to all who surround him: to have his unwavering passion for music and songwriting to remain full of life, love and hope—ministering to souls across borders and cultural barriers.•The Single “Love You Forever” is available on all digital outlets.•Please send Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have anysuggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send the email to ⁠⁠letstalk2gmg@gmail.com⁠⁠ •You may Subscribe to the podcast and be alerted when the newest episode is published. Subscribe on Spotify and we will know you are a regular listener. All 4+ Seasons of guests are still live; check out some other Podcast Episodes over200 episodes are available.•LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST•There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebook page( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.   •Please "like" and follow the page for all updates and postings•The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in the World on the Internet! •BOOK RELEASES•“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”•JULY 2025 RELEASING •"Molding a Black Princess"•Pre-Order Informationhttps://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

En este episodio especial recibimos al galardonado cantante Israel Houghton, quien nos comparte los detalles detrás de su más reciente álbum, su proceso creativo y el corazón que hay en cada canción. Una conversación íntima llena de música, fe e inspiración.

•Tonya Baker she is an accomplished gospel artist, songwriter, and worship leader who has earnedrespect throughout the industry for her impressive vocal range and agility, authenticity, and inspirational messages of hope. Her ministry and music career spans over two decades and includes songwriting credits with B.Slade (formerly Tonéx), Helen Baylor, Byron Cage, Percy Bady, and Lisa McClendon, and vocal work with Pastor Shirley Caesar, CeCe Winans, Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton, Mary Mary,Tye Tribbett, and Dorinda Clark-Cole.•Tonya is a dynamic performer who has independently released impactful albums, including SPECIAL FRIEND (2008), THE LIVE ENCOUNTER (2011), produced by Grammy® Award-winning Myron Butler, and successful singles "Keep Pressing" and "Take Me To The Water." She has unveiled an uplifting and vibrant new worship track, "Bless Your Name."•“This song is a personal anthem of worship and reverence,” Tonya explains. “I hope Bless Your Name encourages everyone who hears it to recognize God's presence and lift their voices in praise, no matter where they are in life.”  “Bless Your Name” reflects Tonya's signature heartfelt vocal artistry and sincere devotion, inviting listeners into a transformative moment of praise and gratitude. Showcasing her ability to blend contemporary Gospel with elements of Soul and Jazz, the single reaffirms Tonya's position as one of today's leading voices in faith-based music.•Tonya's latest single "Bless Your Name" is produced by Tonya Baker and Justin Savage available now on all digital musicoutlets•Please send Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold an email sharing your thoughts about this show segment also if you have anysuggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send the email to ⁠⁠letstalk2gmg@gmail.com⁠⁠ •You may Subscribe to the podcast and be alerted when the newest episode is published. Subscribe on Spotify and we will know you are a regular listener. All 4+ Seasons of guests are still live; check out some other Podcast Episodes over200 episodes are available.•LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST•There is a Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebook page( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.   •Please "like" and follow the page for all updates and postings•The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in the World on the Internet! •BOOK RELEASES•“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”•COMING JUNE 2025•"Molding a Black Princess" •Pre-Order Informationhttps://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

The focal point of this podcast episode revolves around the transformative journey of an individual who, nearly a decade ago, seized an unexpected opportunity that would significantly alter the trajectory of his career. This personal narrative commences with the speaker's decision to attend a conference by Israel Houghton, driven not by ambition for fame or monetary gain, but by a genuine desire to learn and grow within his craft. The speaker recounts the serendipitous encounter with his mentor, Paris Barnes, who recognized his potential and invited him to perform, despite the speaker's initial reluctance and lack of preparation. This pivotal moment catalyzed a series of events that led to substantial professional opportunities, underscoring the importance of intentionality and the willingness to embrace challenges. Throughout the discourse, we reflect on the significance of remaining grounded and appreciative in the face of success, emphasizing that the journey itself holds as much value as the destination.Takeaways: DLO reflected on a pivotal moment nearly a decade ago when he decided to attend a conference without prior registration, demonstrating a willingness to take risks for personal growth. During the conference, DLO unexpectedly encountered his mentor, Paris Barnes, who recognized his potential and ultimately invited him to perform, highlighting the importance of seizing opportunities. DLO emphasized that despite initial uncertainty and financial constraints, his commitment to learning and improving his craft led to significant opportunities in the music industry. A year after his first conference, DLO was presented with a challenging opportunity to perform a complex song with minimal preparation, underscoring the necessity of readiness and adaptability in high-pressure situations. The narrative illustrates DLO's focus on learning rather than monetary gain attracted opportunities, reinforcing the notion that passion and intention can lead to success in one's endeavors. The discussion reveals that building genuine relationships within the music industry has been foundational to DLO's career, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and connection over superficial ambition. Companies mentioned in this episode: Israel Houghton Paris Barnes Tori Kelly Ty Trippett John Gray Aaron Lindsey Warren Campbell CC Winans Tasha Cobbs Fred Hemings

On Red Carpet: Ghanaian-born American gospel artist and author Jonathan McReynolds visits VOA to discuss recently winning a Grammy award after featuring on the song titled “One Hallelujah” with Tasha Leonard, Erica Campbell, Jekalyn Carr and Israel Houghton. Plus, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Tems makes history by becoming the first African woman to have an ownership share of a U.S. Major League Soccer team. This and more entertainment-related updates on today's Red Carpet!

Tap to send us a text! Are you willing to follow God through unfamiliar paths to achieve the kind of creative success He wants for you? In this inspiring encore episode, we sat down with Carlin Muccular, a Grammy-winning drummer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Shedtracks.  Carlin shared his incredible journey, from touring with R&B star Ledisi at an early age, to becoming a renowned drummer at a mega-church, to working with Israel Houghton and launching a successful tech startup that has become a prized tool for thousands of musicians .You'll discover:How to discern God's calling for your creative lifeThe power of patience and perseverance in pursuing your dreamsWhy character and humility are crucial for long-term successPractical tips for balancing family, faith, and a thriving careerThe importance of following peace when making major decisionsCarlin's story is a testament to what's possible when you combine faith, hard work, and a willingness to take risks. He offers invaluable wisdom on navigating the entertainment industry while staying true to your values.Key Takeaways:Trust your instincts and follow peace, even when it means walking away from "golden" opportunitiesCultivate diverse skills and experiences - you never know how God will use them laterPrioritize character development alongside talent and business acumenDon't be afraid to pivot or start over - sometimes it leads to even greater successUse your platform and success to serve others and give backWhether you're a musician, artist, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation will inspire you to dream bigger and pursue your God-given calling with confidence. Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to make a lasting impact through your craft."If you remain humble, then people will support you. If you add value to other people, people will support what you're doing."Carlin's journey proves that with faith, perseverance, and a servant's heart, you can build a thriving creative career that honors God and impacts the world. Are you ready to take that leap of faith and pursue your creative dreams?Support the show PODCAST MERCHGet God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? Exchange VALUE 4 VALUE! You can share: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy itTALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.comTREASURE: Tap HERE to pick an amount to support the podcast monthly, OR:Get a modern podcast app that allows you support us IN REAL TIME by sending us value digitally! Get a new podcast app that supports these new features HERE.

When it comes to gospel music celebrities, Israel Houghton and New Breed are certainly well known. In fact, they are six-time Grammy Award winners. One of their most celebrated albums, Alive in South Africa, captures the most amazing worship song written by Erasmus Mutanbira, from Zimbabwe; Alpha and Omega. The song acknowledges that God alone is Alpha and Omega and worthy to be praised. The post THE HEART OF WORSHIP: The Focus of our Worship (YOU-Win'25, Study 2, Session 1) appeared first on YOU.

Episode 156 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!  This week we are joined by the Owner of Little Boy Wonder Music and Darkchild Gospel Recording Artist, Bryan Popin!!About our guest: Bryan Popin is a notable gospel artist with many achievements. He created his own record label, Little Boy Wonder Music, a name given to him by Stevie Wonder. Popin has had seven Top 25 hits on the Billboard Gospel Radio Airplay Chart, including the #1 hit "Beautiful Savior" and the #4 hit "I Got Out." His 2017 album "I Got Out" topped the Billboard Top Christian Albums and Top Gospel Albums charts.Popin earned his first Billboard #1 radio hit in 2021 with "Beautiful Savior (feat. Tasha)." He has over 10 million streams across his singles, with "I Got Out" and "Step In The Name" getting over 3 million and 4 million streams, respectively.He has received several honors, including a 2018 Stellar Award nomination for "Traditional Gospel Album of the Year" and an ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Award for "Top Gospel Song." In 2019, he was nominated for "Producer of the Year" and "Special Event CD of the Year" at the Stellar Awards.Originally from Middletown, NJ, Popin was a piano prodigy as a child. His skills impressed Stevie Wonder, leading to significant industry impact. He has performed with Bishop TD Jakes, collaborated with artists like Chaka Khan, and opened for stars such as Tye Tribbett and Israel Houghton. His songwriting also contributed to *NSYNC's multi-platinum album "Celebrity."Follow and contact:Instagram: ⁠@bryanpopin⁠⁠http://bryanpopin.com/⁠About Our Sponsors:Hitlab: We specialize in the creation, marketing, and promotion of Podcasts and other serial content. ⁠http://hitlabstudio.com/⁠Team Hiter: Our mission is to protect our customers from financial hardship due to unforeseen illness or injury. Simply stated, we provide peace of mind in keeping the promise of financial protection afforded by our health coverages. ⁠https://teamhiter.com/⁠RAC Financial has the integration of partner solutions that every business owner needs to be successful. They help make payment processing simple, secure, and reliable by using state-of-the-art tokenization standards that are required of all businesses. RAC Financial cares about you and your business, and they will do their very best to serve you. Your success is RAC Financial's success. They've processed over $3B annually in transactions in less than three years!Get a FREE RAC Financial Cost Savings Analysis for your business

In this episode, we explore the remarkable career of Cory Henry, a Brooklyn-born musical prodigy known for his exceptional talent and versatility.Key Points:Early Life: Born on February 27, 1987, in Brooklyn, New York, Cory Henry started playing the piano and B3 organ at age two and performed at the Apollo Theater at six.Career Highlights: Henry has toured with a wide range of artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Michael McDonald, P. Diddy, Boyz II Men, Kenny Garrett, The Roots, Israel Houghton, Donnie McClurkin, Kirk Franklin, and Yolanda Adams. He was selected by Quincy Jones to headline the Soundtrack of America series at the opening of The Shed in NYC.Recent Announcements: On September 6, 2022, Henry announced his intention to retire from the music business to focus on playing for personal enjoyment rather than financial reasons.Legacy: Henry's unique blend of jazz, gospel, funk, and soul has influenced contemporary music and continues to inspire new musicians.Cory Henry | WebsiteCory Henry Discography | Qobuz‎Cory Henry | Apple MusicCory Henry | SpotifyJoin us as we dive into Cory Henry's musical journey, his influence, and his lasting impact on the music world.Social Media Links:https://linktr.ee/turnonthemusicWelcome to Turn On the Music Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of music and explore its many facets. Whether you're a casual listener or a die-hard music aficionado, this podcast is your go-to destination for insightful discussions, fascinating interviews, and captivating stories about the artists, genres, and trends shaping the musical landscape.Join your host Kyle and CJ, along with a rotating panel of music enthusiasts and industry experts, as we dissect the latest hits, uncover hidden gems, and reminisce about timeless classics. From pop to rock, hip-hop to jazz, and everything in between, we celebrate the diversity of musical expression and its profound impact on our lives.Each episode, we'll take you on a journey through the rich tapestry of music history, exploring the cultural significance of iconic albums, dissecting the lyrics of your favorite songs, and uncovering the untold stories behind the music. Whether you're seeking recommendations for your next playlist or craving in-depth analysis of music theory, Turn On the Music Podcast has something for everyone.So, tune in, turn up the volume, and let's embark on a sonic adventure together. Whether you're commuting to work, relaxing at home, or hitting the road on a weekend getaway, Turn On the Music Podcast is the perfect soundtrack to your life. Let's make some noise and turn on the music!

We all need a friend, and sometimes finding one we can trust is difficult.  But the Bible does tell us that we have a friend that is closer than a brother. Today, we talk about that and Israel Houghton's song, "Friend of God."Here is the youtube link to Friend of Godhttps://youtu.be/IkDcnw666xQ?si=X5zPiWZI3aNkIrLy     We would love to hear your comments. Send us a Text MessageSupport the show

We were honored to host Sinach this summer and capture MultiTracks Sessions of her new music and this really encouraging podcast episode! Sinach is a household name known by many for writing some of the most sung songs in our time such as “Way Maker,” “I Know Who I Am,” “The Name of Jesus,” Rejoice, and more. These songs have become anthems in many Churches and homes all around the world. She recently was  #1 on the Billboard Chart on the Christian Songwriter category for 10 weeks, a feat no African had previously achieved, and she is the most streamed and followed Gospel Female Artist from Africa.Sinach speaks on her early, wide-ranging musical influences, how God's calling is a process, the idea of having spiritual eyes and a new creation mentality, the inspiration behind “Way Maker” (the most translated and most sung Gospel song in recent times), and why she doesn't call her music Gospel or Christian, but simply Jesus music.Her most recent album Victory Sounds is available now, and she and Chris also talk about collaborating with Israel Houghton and the scriptural meaning behind the title. This podcast episode is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvGtW2cv0kc&t=1423sResources for Victory Sounds: https://www.multitracks.com/songs/Sinach/Victory-Sounds/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

Some words of Wisdom from D-Lo!Today's episode is a clip of us connecting with musical director and producer David "DLO" Outing. DLO has played behind and programmed full shows for some of the industry's top artists and award shows, such as Tye Tribbett, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, Israel Houghton, Fantasiam Mary J Blige, Anthony Hamilton, and B.E.T awards. In this episode, DLO shares his approach to programming live shows and breaks down the process and some of the thinking when creating a live performance.

Teddy Campbell is an iconic drummer, artist, producer, songwriter, composer, husband, father and most importantly Man of God. He is one of the most sought after musicians in the industry.  His resume is immaculate, Teddy has performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in modern music such as; Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, 98 Degrees, Deborah Cox, Kelly Price, Mary Mary, Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, Rod Stewart, Gerald LeVert, LSG, Bette Midler, The Backstreet Boys, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Queen Latifah, George Benson, The Soul Seekers, The American Idol Band, The Oscars Band, Tina Campbell, Israel Houghton and many more.  Teddy can do it all.  He is thee Guy!! Join us for Part 1. Teddy has so much to share!!

Today's episode is with my long time friend Jeremiah Woods (no relation lol). We met in college and he was a part of the chapel team and has been an inspiration to me and so many others in the worship space. He's not only phenomenally talented, but he has such wisdom, depth, insight and a heart for Jesus and His church! He currently serves at Lakewood Church and has sung for artists such as Israel Houghton and many others!  We dive into many things around worship and worship leading. We've both navigated worship and the worship "industry" and the importance of having a heart of worship and the importance of surrendering to God's presence. Jeremiah emphasizes the significance of contentment in small worship spaces and the responsibility that comes with larger platforms and does a great job to encourage worship leaders to focus on what God is doing and to prioritize ministry to Him. We also highlight the importance of avoiding pride and recognizing God's work in worship.  This conversation explores the importance of offering true worship and the tests of faithfulness and humility that worship leaders face. This discussion emphasizes the need to redirect the focus back to God and repositioning of our hearts.   Jeremiah has started the Vocal Booth app, a practical tool for singers and worship leaders to train their voices and release their authentic sound. Check it out!  https://www.myvocalbooth.com/  Instagram: @vocalboothapp Instagram: @jeremiahjwoods Let's Stay Connected: Instagram: @itswhitneywood Want to join my 30 day workshop on learning how to have self compassion and self love GOD'S WAY? Join me and an intimate group of women navigate this conversation together and learn how this is such an important concept to heal our physical, emotional, spiritual, relational and mental health! Register today! https://wisdomandwellnessww.com/ 

Devotional Theme – "Walking Together in Faith and Friendship"Scripture reference - I Samuel 18:1-3 - "After David had finished talking with Saul, he met Jonathan, the king's son. There was an immediate bond between them, for Jonathan loved David. From that day on Saul kept David with him and wouldn't let him return home. And Jonathan made a solemn pact with David, because he loved him as he loved himself." (NLT)Intro and Outro Song - "We Give Thanks To Thee" by Marlene Jenkins CooperClosing Song - "What a Friend We Have In Jesus" by Joseph Scriven and I am a Friend of God by Israel Houghton and Michael Gungor. Scriptures mentioned in the podcast - Ruth 1:16, Proverbs 18:24, Proverbs 17:17, Daniel 1, Daniel 3, Job 2:11-13, James 2:23 Romans 16:3, John 11:21-23

Quote of The Day: “Women are a key part of the sound of the groups that accompany male singers like Kirk Franklin, Israel Houghton, and myself.” ~ Fred Hammond Hosts: TOLA Omoniyi, Eyiyemi Olivia, Kanyinsola Omojola

Tasha Cobbs, Jonathan McReynolds, Erica Campbell, Israel Houghton, and Jekalyn Carr on tour --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrea-lashea/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrea-lashea/support

Don't miss this episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast with guest, gospel artist songwriter William Demps sharing his backstory from Seattle preacher's kid to BET Sunday Best, to writing hit songs for gospel stars, and his own hit, “Joy” featuring gospel superstar, Israel Houghton.  Listen FREE and get inspired! Subscribe FREE. Comment. Download FREE.Follow on social media:Instagram and tik Tok: @linwoods96; X @linwoods; Facebook and LinkedIn @Lin Woods

Day 239 Today's Reading: Revelation 1 When music, lights, and atmosphere are what we need to get us to praise God, we have chosen cheap praise. Cheap praise needs props to inspire. Real praise needs a revelation. In today's reading, we've reached the final book of the New Testament. Get ready for a roller coaster of a ride through the book of Revelation. The book's title and first words keep us centered and steady in a very controversial book: “The Revelation of Jesus Christ.” The author, John, wants us to know throughout this book that we are not looking for events to happen but for a Person to come, Jesus. The word revelation actually means “unveiling.” It's the unveiling of Jesus. And it is this unveiling that inspires us to praise. Notice the praise that comes out of John when he speaks of three things Jesus does: “To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood, and has made us to be a kingdom and priests to serve his God and Father—to him be glory and power for ever and ever! Amen” (Revelation 1:5-6, NIV). What are the three things that Jesus has done for us that inspire praise? 1. to Him who loves us 2. freed us from our sins by His blood 3. He has made us to be a kingdom and priests to God Let this sink in. First, He loves us. We have this mischaracterization of God that if we can get rid of our sins and clean ourselves up, then God will really love us. Nothing can be further from the truth of Scripture. The word order is so important here in 1:5. He loves us before He frees us. He loves us dirty but loves us so much He won't leave us that way in our dirt. He loves then frees us. And thank God, He continues to set us free. Or to quote a familiar saying, “He loves us just the way we are, but He loves us so much that He won't let us stay that way.” Second John says He freed us from our sins by His blood. Every time we celebrate Memorial Day and remember the amazing sacrifice our soldiers made for the greatest nation on the planet, I am reminded that freedom is not free. People paid with their lives to make us free. And nowhere does this price come out than in the freedom that Jesus gives us. He doesn't just love us, He frees us. His love was costly, which John emphasizes in these three words, by His blood. Our freedom from sin cost the Son of God His life. Third, and finally, He made us kings and priests. We have three parts to what He desires to do in and through us: love, free, and make us. To be forgiven of sins is not the end of our journey. To make us kings and priests to God and Father is His goal and purpose. Kings and priests are two Old Testament words that were used only of special and exclusive groups of people. A king had authority, and a priest had access. And now John tells us because we are loved and free, we have access to God and authority in His name. Then before John can go any further with this thought, he bursts into praise: “Has made us to be a kingdom and priests to serve his God and Father—to him be glory and power for ever and ever! Amen” (Revelation 1:6, NIV). When John realizes that God loves us, God frees us, and God makes him something we have no chance of becoming on our own, he also realizes he has a reason to praise God. When you have a revelation of who Jesus is, you recognize praise is not limited to a building, a day of the week, or a time of the day. Praise is based on your knowledge of who God is and what God has done. Cheap praise needs props. Real praise needs a revelation. And the book of Revelation gives us plenty of fuel for praise. I grew up during a time when praise and worship came out of the book that was in the back of the pew in front of us called a hymnal. Then when I went into ministry, cassette tapes from a group called Integrity Music gave us new choruses to sing. Then songs began to expand and change as churches and ministries started writing them. We began to sing the songs of Israel Houghton and Graham Kendrick from across the Pond. And now there is Hillsong, Elevation, and Bethel. While all of these changes are good, even good music is not enough. We need good revelation. I think that's why God saved the best for last. For the remainder of our 260 journey, we are going to see Jesus unveiled. And when that happens, we won't need any music. We will simply be like John and shout out, “To him be glory and power for ever and ever! Amen.”

You may recall that a few weeks ago, I played a couple of interviews with the great Vinny Ciesielski. He's a wonderful person and has been a mainstay for years in the Nashville music scene. Vinnie really acquitted himself well in the podcast, so much so that I thought it would be interesting to see what would happen if I were to give him the reins for an interview on this podcast!What you'll hear in this episode:-Mike shares his founding origins on trumpet in the Nashville area...04:30-Successes and pitfalls breaking into the Nashville scene in the late 1970's...09:45-Mike and Vinnie discuss equipment for varying situations...19:05-The worst things often lead to the best things...22:30-How "overuse syndrome" nearly derailed a boatload of "natural talent"...29:15-Serve the music, and remember just because you have it doesn't mean you need it...37:00-The spirituality of the practice of music within and without...41:30-What Mike would teach his teenage self...52:00-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Resources mentioned:Trumpet Dynamics podcast episodes with Vinnie CiesielskiThe Way of the Peaceful WarriorAbout the Guest:Attending Towson University in Maryland, Vinnie Ciesielski majored in music performance on trumpet, which he has played professionally for over 50 years.Since coming to Nashville in 1992, Vinnie has played on thousands of recordings with artists such as Lyle Lovett, Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd, Smokey Norful, Tanya Tucker, Glenn Frey, T.D. Jakes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Gregg Allman, Kirk Franklin, Queen Latifah, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter, Delbert McClinton, Alison Krauss, Taylor Swift, The Clark Sisters, Thomas Rhett, Nuno Betencort, Marcus Scott (Tower of Power) Steven Tyler, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Keb Mo, Johnny Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Via Con Dios, Martina McBride, Don Was, Zac Brown Band, and many more.He has performed live with artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Gladys Knight, 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,, Late Night with David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, 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 Dove Awards and The Stellar Awards. Vinnie has performed on numerous Radio, Internet, TV and Movie soundtracks and Trailers. He 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 over 6,000 recording sessions, 50 Grammy-nominated and 25 Grammy-winning recordingsand dozens of Stellar and Dove Award nominated and winning recordings. Vinnie has also been the horn arranger on multiple Grammy, Dove and Stellar nominated and winning recordings.Thank you for joining us on "Trumpet Dynamics" – telling the story of the trumpet, in the words of those who play it....

Anthony Evans is a powerhouse talent in the music industry, renowned for his work as a performer, producer, author, and vocal contractor/arranger for some of the most famous icons in today's music, that includes Kanye West, DJ Khaled, Pharrell Williams, Tori Kelly, CeeLo Green and others. Anthony has achieved success with his #1 Billboard chart-topping Gospel music, as well as being a former contestant on NBC's The Voice, on Team Christina Aguilera, along with being a best-selling author of several books. He went on to become a talent producer for NBC's The Voice. Anthony just released his new singleEven If from his much-anticipated, upcoming studio album REVIVE. Furthermore, Anthony is currently a part of “The Reunion Tour,” along with Kirk Franklin, Tye Tribbett, The Clark Sisters, David and Tamela Mann, and Israel Houghton. Anthony also works as a global ambassador for Food for the Hungry, an international relief, development, and advocacy organization. In December 2023, Anthony will also be seen as one of the co-stars in two holiday films on the BET television network. https://anthony-evans.com/

I want to give a special thanks to previous podcast guest Del Lyren for introducing me to our guest today, Vinnie Ciesielski. Vinnie is a longtime stalwart of the Nashville music scene. His playing can be heard on countless recordings, commercials, soundtracks, symphony concerts, and the list goes on and on.Vinnie is also founder of a group called Vinnie And the Hitmen, of whom you can hear some samples on his website.In this episode, Vinnie talked a good deal about his founding origins as a trumpeter, and has some poignant insights into the importance of pop music, even for those of us who maybe have a tendency to thumb our noses at it while salivating over the likes of Mahler and Strauss.You've got be able to put food on the table at the end of the day, and sometimes mastering the art of pop music is what is necessary if you expect to put some of that food on the table with your musical skills.Our time went by so fast, which meant as usual we were just warming up to each other by the time we had to part ways. So we went ahead and scheduled another recording session! This Part 1 is great in many respects, and Part 2 is great as well, and deeply personal. So I highly recommend you listen to that one as well. Probably best to listen to them in order as you get to hear host and guest establish rapport before diving deep into the "why" of doing music, and how it relates to the deep needs within all of us.That's all I'll share about Part 2, for now enjoy Part 1!What you'll hear in this episode:-Ciesielski is spelled how it sounds...06:00-How to find your way into a local scene, and play what you really want to play...11:30-Vinnie's founding origins as a trumpeter...16:15-Good days and great days...19:00-A solid foundation on the mental element of trumpet playing...23:00-Pop music pays the bills...30:00-What we call "classical" music was at one time "pop" music...33:00-Why do we thumb our noses at "pop" music?...38:45-Movie soundtracks and classical music finding its niche in modern culture...42:00-The need for a pleasing personality in keeping the gig...48:00-There are no bad days; there are only good days and great days...53:00-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Resources mentioned:Check out James Newcomb's new book: PinPoint PersuasionVinnie's websiteTrumpet Dynamics podcast with Paul Baron and Bobby MedinaTrumpet DiagnosticsAbout the Guest:Attending Towson University in Maryland, Vinnie Ciesielski majored in music performance on trumpet, which he has played professionally for over 50 years.Since coming to Nashville in 1992, Vinnie has played on thousands of recordings with artists such as Lyle Lovett, Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd, Smokey Norful, Tanya Tucker, Glenn Frey, T.D. Jakes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Gregg Allman, Kirk Franklin, Queen Latifah, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter, Delbert McClinton, Alison Krauss, Taylor Swift, The Clark Sisters, Thomas Rhett, Nuno Betencort, Marcus Scott (Tower of Power) Steven Tyler, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Keb Mo, Johnny Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Via Con Dios, Martina McBride, Don Was, Zac Brown Band, and many more.He has performed live with artists such...

Welcome to Part 2 of my interview with Vinnie Ciesielski!Before I say anything else, let me point out that the link I share to access the show notes during the episode is incorrect. The show notes for this episode are https://trumpetdynamics.com/trumpetvinnie2. I believe I left out the number 2 during the interview because I initially planned to have this be one giant episode, but wisely chose to break it into two parts.And what a part this is. Vinnie and I dove deep into the "why" of playing trumpet. The "How" tends to be rather superficial, which is why I don't have much interest in podcasts like that. But the "why" is what gets me excited, and Vinnie surely did not disappoint with his insightful comments in this one.Enjoy!What you'll hear in this episode:-More in-depth dialogue on the "good day and great day" concept...05:05-The need for healthy lifestyle for success on trumpet and overall quality of life...08:30-Self-loathing equates to loathing your environment...13:30-Why and how Vinnie has played with a rare condition that causes loss of feeling on the left side of his body...17:20-If you can feel your face, you're ahead of the game!...25:00-Shame is a wasted emotion...32:00-Keeping things real regarding the importance of trumpet...36:00-Adapting to radically changed physicality, and thoughtfully losing weight so it stays off...43:30-Music a salve for tremendous joy and intense loss...53:45-Are we "called" to trumpet?...58:45-A father's offhand comment while watching TV proves prophetic...01:03:30-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Resources mentioned:Vinnie's websiteMy Fitness Pal appTrumpet Dynamics podcast with Beth PeroutkaAbout the Guest:Attending Towson University in Maryland, Vinnie Ciesielski majored in music performance on trumpet, which he has played professionally for over 50 years.Since coming to Nashville in 1992, Vinnie has played on thousands of recordings with artists such as Lyle Lovett, Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd, Smokey Norful, Tanya Tucker, Glenn Frey, T.D. Jakes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Gregg Allman, Kirk Franklin, Queen Latifah, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter, Delbert McClinton, Alison Krauss, Taylor Swift, The Clark Sisters, Thomas Rhett, Nuno Betencort, Marcus Scott (Tower of Power) Steven Tyler, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Keb Mo, Johnny Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Via Con Dios, Martina McBride, Don Was, Zac Brown Band, and many more.He has performed live with artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Gladys Knight, 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,, Late Night with David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, 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...

Justin "Rafiki Raines, a native of Pittsburgh, PA is one of the most sought after bassist in the country. Now residing in Atlanta, GA, Justin shares his story about his travels in the music business and day to day life. This super talented multi-instrumentalist plays drums, trumpet, piano and bass. He has been blessed to tour, record and perform with some of the biggest names in Gospel, Pop and R&B genres. Artists such as: Israel Houghton and New Breed, Ne-Yo, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, William McDowell and Tina Campbell of Mary Mary. Don't miss it, Justin Raines is a pro's pro! #inthepocketwithchipg 

6.19.23 Episode 847 Refocus - to adjust (something, such as a camera or a lens) again to make an image clear REFOCUS: At times in life we face situations that take our attention away from ‘keeping the main thing the main thing'. There are many ‘things' that can take centre stage – work, hobbies, worry, terrorism, debt, the list could go on! However, we as Christians know that it is not a ‘thing' that should be the centre of our focus but a person and His name is Jesus. Jesus at the centre of it all (to coin a lyric of an Israel Houghton song) makes all the difference in any and every situation we may face. This journey of life and our relationship with God can take us to places that we never imagined we would go. But in it all, know that God is your friend, help, guide and life-long companion, both for your steps now and the journey ahead. At the start of this New Year, let us prayerfully make Jesus the centre of our focus. Using Isaiah 43:18-21 as our basis this month we ‘turn our eyes to Jesus' and refocus on His plans and purpose for our lives. KEY BIBLE VERSES I will lift my eyes to hills, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food and the body more important that clothes? ...but seek first the kingdom and his righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:25, 33 Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things. Philippians 4:8 Prayer Points  Pray that you'll know the peace and grace of God in every situation.  Pray for those who are facing trying situations and are struggling with it.  Ask God to show you what distracts you and turn your attention again to Him.  Pray that each ministry connected to your local church keeps their focus on the right thing.  Pray for those in leadership in your local church that they would have a fresh vision of Jesus. (By ELIM) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tasha-mack9/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tasha-mack9/support

Get your tickets this week for The Reunion tour featuring Israel Houghton, The Clark Sisters, David & Tamela Mann, and Tye Tribbett --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrea-lashea/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrea-lashea/support

Israel Houghton is a Grammy award-winning recording artist, songwriter, producer and worship leader, as well as a composer and multi-instrumentalist. He formed Israel & New Breed in 1995, which was started to be more of a movement than a music group. Chris Baker has a unique interviewing perspective as he's been a part of Camp New Breed for years. They discuss the origins of New Breed and how stewarding the longevity of a cross-cultural movement comes from practicing the presence of God and always having the posture of a disciple. https://israelandnewbreed.com/Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

What's Up Refined Nationers!! Welcome to Season 3! Let's talk about our Next Level!  Today's Topic: Conquer Creatively ! Let's talk  gospel music, conquering trials, perseverance and being encouraged as a creative in transition! Special Guest: Brandon CamphorWebsite: https://www.bc1way.com/Instagram: @bc1wayApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/brandon-camphor-oneway/331254177Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4mLHthOzPH2UIygTENj5BmYouTube: @bc1wayRefined Nation:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RefinedNationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/refinednation/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miyacynita/Support the show

Joining us today, for the very first time, the one, the only, Daniel Johnson!! Daniel Johnson is a singer-songwriter, Worship Director at Abundant Living Family Church and most importantly, he's FAMILY! With all the artist out there, we kept it real with our experience with what worship looks like, what we listen to and more. Be sure to tap in & feel free to leave a review or comment on our social pages.Thanks for tuning in!--Don't forget to stay connected with us: Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4OvpFp9OB9_DgVdVVbXhFg Instagram https://www.instagram.com/beyond.theletter/Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/discover/beyond-the-letter--Connect with Daniel Johnsonhttps://www.instagram.com/danieljlive/--Songs mentioned: Saved by Grace Israel Houghton & New Breed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgGDT73OQ8g Pray by Andraé Crouch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXZz5m7xa6sFriend of God by Israel Houghton & New Breed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNAJieOUjPM Everything Changed by Andraé Crouch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nj7U5uZ3o4k&list=PLpxco3RIFX2WelMioyUchL64qaOj2eNtv&index=7The Blood will Never Lose it's Power by Andraé Crouch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d0HXwsKZe8Miracle by The Clark Sisters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSxj-CAXKsMHere I Am LORD by John Michael Talbot https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdS6NmcBsR4Pure Bride by Leeland https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XDAVUwP1ao--Get to know some of the team: @amesa https://www.instagram.com/amesa/@naaneki https://www.instagram.com/naaneki/@verlonbakerofficial https://www.instagram.com/verlonbakerofficial/

Mychael sits down to talk about his solo record Genesis.Mychael Gabriel's background in the musical arena has been a colorful one: Writer, producer, arranger, engineer, mixer, musician - his extensive collaborations in the professional music arena include: Sheila E., Stevie Wonder, Ringo Starr, Hans Zimmer, Usher, John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Beck, Common, Gary Clark Jr., St. Vincent, Miguel, H.E.R., Juanes, Goapele, Earth Wind and Fire, Gloria Estefan, George Duke, George Clinton, Freddie Stone (of Sly and the Family Stone), Luis Enrique, Tony Succar, Joss Stone, Debi Nova, Israel Houghton, George Benson, Tony! Toni! Toné!, C.O.E.D., Escovedo Family, Avery Sunshine, Ellis Delaney, Kevin Ross, Johnny Gill, Peter Rafelson, Jean-Marie Horvat, Victor Wooten, Damon Castillo, MasterClass, DreamWorks Animation, ABC Network, 2007 and 2012 Latin Grammy Awards, 2016 BET Awards, Super Bowl XXVI, 2020 Grammy Awards, 2020 Grammy Salute to Prince, 2022 Summit of the Americas, 2022 World Games, and so much more...

Amante Lacey is a gifted singer, songwriter, worship pastor, recording artist, and father, who has created a name that commands respect in the Gospel/Christian Music industry! This native of Springfield, Ohio is a grammy nominated songwriter. Amante has written for Israel Houghton, Tye Tribbett, Byron Cage, BJ Putnam, Pastor R.A. Vernon and many more. The name Amante means “he who loves God” and what better name to have as one of the nation's top worship leaders and songwriters.  

Amante Lacey is a gifted singer, songwriter, worship pastor, recording artist and father who has created a name that commands respect in the Gospel Music industry! Amante has written for Israel Houghton, Tye Tribbett, Byron Cage, BJ Putnam, Pastor R.A. Vernon and many more.  The name Amante means “he who loves God” and what better name to have as one of the nation's top worship leaders and songwriters. 

Chelsea West, artist/arranger better known to her friends and loved ones as “Peaches”, began her pursuit of vocal training in the C.O.G.I.C church at a very young age. There her grandfather pastored the church as her mother whom was over the music department and also a recording artist would sharpen her gift. Chelsea's gift was undeniable and it is the reason she landed her first recording at the tender age of 5 beside her mother. As her vocal strength and gift matured she began to work with gospel heavy hitters such as Kirk Franklin, Myron Butler, Tamela Mann, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp and Israel Houghton. Je Vaughn Show is a weekly talk show hosted by Dallas based Conversationalist JeVaughn. Je Vaughn Show specializes in introducing the audience to talented independent and experienced creatives. Segments on the show have include singing showcases, trivia contest, and advice for building and strengthening relationships. Je Vaughn Show guest have included Grammy Award winner CeCe Winans, Bishop J. Drew Sheard (presiding bishop of the Church of God in Christ), Industry Veterans Martha Munizzi, Jekalyn Carr, the Locketts, Mali Music, and Candy & Peaches West. In addition, Faith-based influencer Marquis Jelks, Gospel Guru, and other up and coming artist such as Naomi Raine (Maverick City Worship), Casey J (Fill Me Up), Tiffany Boone, and Jabari Johnson as well as Sunday best alum Latice Crawford, Jessica Reedy, and Maurice Griffin have also experienced an opportunity to be interviewed on Je Vaughn Show. Je Vaughn Show has been featured in many publications including ELEV8 Magazine and RYZE Magazine while earning honors for excellence for media and communication. Je Vaughn Show streams on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram. Past episodes will soon stream on Amazon, Samsung TV, and Spectrum TV. An audio podcast of the show appears on all podcast distribution channels including Apple, Spotify, and Google Podcast platforms. Je Vaughn Show is produced by JVM Productions and distributed by iDream Media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idream/message

To take part in the anonymous survey mentioned in today's episode, click here.On today's episode: Finding God in the dark at 30 years old; is getting better at music a way to get closer to God? — what to do when what you've poured your life into starts to become uncertain; the heart and story behind the formation of the band Unbound; how congregations have built-in authenticity barometers; being intentional with worship team dynamics so that it isn't about one personality but about different expressions of the body of Christ.Music in this episode is from the album Thou Silver Moon by Unbound:• All Creatures (Live)• Echo, written by Alexander Pappas, Chris Brown, Israel Houghton, Matthews Ntlele, Steven Furtic, © 2018 SHOUT! Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing); LEVIBE (Admin. by Curb Music Publishing); Mike Curb Music (Admin. by Curb Music Publishing); Music by Elevation Worship Publishing (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC); Remaining portion is unaffiliatedFor more information about Unbound and to listen to more of their music, go here.Theme music for First Draft Phil is from the song Trampoline, composed by Phil Laeger and produced by Jason Hoard. All rights reserved.

The Worship revealed in Scripture seems foreign to us when we gaze at the culture and how it presents worship. Have we gotten too superficial with worship? Is our understanding of biblical worship anemic and self-centered? Do Christians practice worship in isolation with God today or is it reserved for the big stage?  We take a peek behind the veil of Christian culture and into the heart of the 'worship experience'. PS. This is episode #100 and we thank God for all of the support and encouragement along the way! Here's to another 100 episodes!Support the showPlease Rate & Comment!Hosts: Brandon and Daren SmithWebsite: www.blackandblurred.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurredYouTube: Black and Blurred PodcastIG: @BlackandBlurredPodcastTwitter: @Blurred_Podcast

Calvin Rodgers is a trendsetting drummer, producer, songwriter, music director, arranger, mentor, minister, husband and father!! This legend has played for and recorded with some of the biggest names in Pop, R&B/Soul, Hip hop and Gospel. Artists like; Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, John P. Kee, Martha Munizzi, Israel Houghton, Kim Burrell, The Isley Bros., Aretha Franklin and many more…..!!! 

Calvin Rodgers is a trendsetting drummer, producer, songwriter, music director, arranger, mentor, minister, husband and father!! This legend has played for and recorded with some of the biggest names in Pop, R&B/Soul, Hip hop and Gospel. Artists like; Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, John P. Kee, Martha Munizzi, Israel Houghton, Kim Burrell, The Isley Bros., Aretha Franklin and many more…..!!! 

When one thinks of an artist whose music career spans over three decades, has made stops along world tours in South Africa, the United Kingdom, The Middle East, Europe, Australia, the US, Nigeria, Ghana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Kenya, and has collaborated with renowned artists like Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Micah Stampley, Lionel Petersen and, in her secular career, Shabba Ranks and Beenie Man – all this while winning multiple awards - then the name has to be none other than Chevelle Franklyn. Chevelle has had a long and outstanding career in music and is still going strong. The highly respected Chevelle started her journey in music as a teenager when she recorded her first single called "Here I Am." By 1991, her career was blossoming, leading to her featuring on Shabba Ranks' worldwide hit, "Mr Lover Man". She also recorded her hit single, "Dancehall Queen" with Beenie Man. Chevelle has had a long and outstanding career in music and is still going strong. She is about to release her latest album titled "South Wind Vol. 1," which was recorded appropriately in South Africa. The initial plan was to record two songs in South Africa, but the two songs morphed into an entire album. The album, which is totally about worshipping God, features guest artists from South Africa. Ntokozo Mbambo was a prominent collaborator. Chevelle co-produced the album together with Nqubeko Mbatha and Mojalefa Mjakes. The highly respected Chevelle started her journey in music as a teenager when she recorded her first single called "Here I Am." By 1991, her career was blossoming, leading to her featuring on Shabba Ranks' worldwide hit, "Mr Lover Man". She also recorded her hit single, "Dancehall Queen" with Beenie Man, which put her on the international reggae map. Having started as a reggae artist, her turning point came during a live concert in 1998 where she was expected to perform "Dancehall Queen" but instead performed the gospel song, "Silver and Gold" by Kirk Franklin. She bravely made the fateful decision to use that moment

We interview Israel Houghton to talk about writing music during the pandemic as well as his latest album “Worship Anywhere: Live from Camp NewBreed”!

The intersection of beauty and function; writing songs from the standpoint of engagement; “arena” participation vs typical Sunday mornings; how embodying our calling encourages our congregations; the good, bad and ugly of the commercialization of worship music; the rise of diversity and collaboration.Randy Bonifield — www.randybonifield.comMusic in today's episode:Friend of God, words & music by Israel Houghton and Michael GungorLord, I Lift Your Name On High, words & music by Rick Founds, arranged by Randy Bonifield, performed by the Mokan Gospel ChoirCome, Sing for Joy, words & music by Randy Bonifield

Jason Miller - A teaching on the scandal of the particular, and the beauty of finding God in the details of Jesus. At the end of the teaching, we were led through a practice called Lectio Divina which focuses on scriptural reading, meditation, and prayer. Our time together then concluded with a song led by our worship team, called "Jesus at the Center" by Israel Houghton. If you're a part of the growing digital SBCC community, we'd love to hear from you! Drop us a note letting us know how you found us and what keeps you listening at: info@southbendcitychurch.com. You can also support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving at: southbendcitychurch.com/give. Just select the “podcast” option from the drop-down menu to let us know how you're participating in the life of SBCC. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible.

Mychael Gabiel Interview on The Loud Spot! A Minneapolis-grown singer and songwriter whose bent on exploring the neverending sonic space that is music. A multi-dimensional artist in more ways than one, Mychael Gabriel is on a mission to break the barriers of what is and what could be. His unique creativity is in a constant state of evolution and innovation, guaranteeing that each new release spells an experience unlike any other. Just in case you're wondering whether he's got that out of the box creativity, he's brought along his vivid imagination for his single "Ghost In The Midnight," a more intimate look into naked truth for his single “Honesty," a call to action for us all to stand together with "Fury" and "Invictus," and the synth-pop thrill, "Sights and Sounds," embarks on a journey that is part electro-funk, part guitar anthem, part sonic bliss. Mychael Gabriel's background in the musical arena has been a colorful one: Writer, producer, arranger, engineer, mixer, musician - his extensive collaborations in the professional music arena include: Sheila E., Stevie Wonder, Ringo Starr, Hans Zimmer, Usher, John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Beck, Common, Gary Clark Jr., St. Vincent, Miguel, H.E.R., Juanes, Goapele, Earth Wind and Fire, Gloria Estefan, George Duke, George Clinton, Freddie Stone (of Sly and the Family Stone), Luis Enrique, Tony Succar, Joss Stone, Debi Nova, Israel Houghton, George Benson, Tony! Toni! Toné!, C.O.E.D., Escovedo Family, Avery Sunshine, Ellis Delaney, Kevin Ross, Johnny Gill, Peter Rafelson, Jean-Marie Horvat, Victor Wooten, Damon Castillo, MasterClass, DreamWorks Animation, ABC Network, 2007 and 2012 Latin Grammy Awards, 2016 BET Awards, Super Bowl XXVI, 2020 Grammy Awards, 2020 Grammy Salute to Prince, 2022 Summit of the Americas, 2022 World Games, and so much more...

Nuestro primer invitado es Omar Martínez. En este episodio platicamos de sus inicios musicales en Puerto Rico, dejar todo por seguir el llamado, tocar con Daniel Calveti, su paso por Instituto Canzion, irse de gira con Marcos Witt, perder las maletas, hacer música con Israel Houghton y las realidades de la alabanza que no todos ven. Una conversación triunfal con uno de los duros de la música cristiana.

Today we connect over the internet to speak with musical director and producer David "DLO" Outing. DLO has played behind and programmed full shows for some of the industry's top artists and award shows, such as Tye Tribbett, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, Israel Houghton, Fantasiam Mary J Blige, Anthony Hamilton, and B.E.T awards. In this episode, DLO shares his approach to programming live shows and breaks down the process and some of the thinking when creating a live performance.

Leonard Ray is a keyboardist, producer, and composer based in Las Vegas, NV. He's worked extensively on various tours, studio, and live recordings with artists such as Matt Redman, Aaron Lindsey, Israel Houghton, Tori Kelly, David & Nicole Binion, William McDowell, Tasha Cobbs-Leonard, and many others. Leonard is extremely passionate about sound design and its intentional use of creating immersive landscapes in worship, as well as equipping the church with sonic tools to help people deliberately step into a greater relationship with Jesus and his goodness. Leonard and Mike speak on how sound design can bring you into a deeper level of awareness of how close God already is. | follow us @multitracks @multitracksgospel @leadworshipwellhttps://www.multitracks.com/producers/Leonard-Ray-Jarman/patches/bundles/

Do you struggle with consistency when it comes to marketing your music as an independent Christian artist? Do you find yourself constantly falling into a cycle of being burnt out after every new release? In today's episode, I speak with Christian music marketing expert, Wisdom Moon, about a topic I absolutely love and that's marketing. I know marketing is a big hurdle for many artists and songwriters, in general. There's many facets to it and it can feel a bit complicated, and leave you feeling burnt out at times. You may even be wondering what exactly is marketing, what does it look like for my music, or where do I even start? So today I wanted to provide some answers to those questions that you may have, as I speak with Wisdom about how to build an overall marketing campaign for your music, and what does a marketing campaign look like for you as an independent Christian artist.So on this episode we talk about:Wisdom's journey into the music industryThe #1 struggle and mistakes he sees Christian artists make when it comes to marketing their musicHow to build an overall marketing plan to help you stay consistent and avoid the burnout that comes with promoting your musicHow to scale your marketing plan and some advanced marketing strategies and examplesAnd we talk about his agency Christian Music Marketing and their mission to serve independent Christian artists.About Our Guest:Wisdom is the Founder and CEO of Marketing with Wisdom, Christian Music Marketing and Lula Street Records.He is also the founder and former owner of All About Worship and Kingdom Songs, and a pioneer in creating resources for Christian artists, songwriters and worship leaders. He has over 20 years of ministry experience and over 15 years of marketing & business experience.His background includes marketing and branding for Christian record labels, churches, nonprofits, businesses, artists, and podcasts.Wisdom has served in various marketing roles for Centricity Music and Integrity Music, as well as for artists like Lauren Daigle, All Sons & Daughters, Chris McClarney, Darlene Zschech, New Life Worship, Paul Baloche, Corey Voss, Aaron Shust, David & Nicole Binion, Lincoln Brewster, Covenant Worship, Gateway Worship, Christine D'Clario, Israel Houghton, Joshua Aaron, David Leonard, Krissy Nordhoff, NCC Worship, Sovereign Grace Music, Dustin Smith, Seth & Nirva, WorshipMob, Soul Survivor, Mike Real, FLAME, and others.Connect With Wisdom Moon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisdommoon/Website: https://www.wisdommoon.comMusic Marketing Agency: https://christianmusicmarketing.comConnect With Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesongwritergospel/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thesongwritergospelWebsite: https://thesongwritergospel.com

As we explore the simplicity of love this week, today we'll look at how God's love has redeemed us. There is an amazing Brennan Manning quote that says, “In loving me, you made me lovable.” And that is basically the concept we'll be unpacking today. God's love has come in and given us meaning, beauty, redemption, and purpose. It is through God loving us that we become sons and daughters; we become saints. I hope today you'll open your heart up to this life-changing love, and never be the same again. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 130:7, and today's worship is Say So by Israel Houghton. --   Faith doesn't happen on its own. It's a byproduct of time spent experiencing the faithfulness of our God. It's a gift given to us by the Giver of good gifts, himself.    It was a supernatural faith that allowed Paul to sing even while in chains. It was supernatural faith that allowed Peter to proclaim the gospel, even unto death. And it's supernatural faith that will carry you to and through the greatest gospel opportunities in front of you.    We pray our printed devotionals, Faith and Trust, help people like you experience the life changing reality that faith and trust have on your everyday life.     With Faith you'll:    Discover a Biblical framework for living faithfully Study powerful moments of God's faithfulness in scripture Tear down personal strongholds in your life where you struggle with faith Develop a lifestyle of faith, that weathers the storms of life   And every dollar you give today goes to help more people like you experience the nearness and love of our God.    Everything changes when we learn to trust and become filled with faith in our good, good God. Get your copy at supportfirst15.org!

Do you feel that making a big impact with your creative gift is just too difficult these days? Not true, if you approach your life with a heart to serve and dedication to excellence - and there's no better example of this than producer, drummer, songwriter and entrepreneur Carlin Muccular. Having been awarded "top amateur drummer" in the country at the early age of 15 and touring with Grammy-winning vocalist Ledisi, Carlin quickly became a musician to be reckoned with. His talent eventually led to his selection as drummer for six time Grammy award winning artist Israel Houghton. In addition, he' has signed major publishing deals as a producer and songwriter, and has been a key part of multiple Billboard #1 albums. Carlin also serves on the musical staff at World Changers Church International in Atlanta, GA pastored by Dr. Creflo Dollar. Carlin is the CEO, founder and visionary behind the music production site Shedtracks.com.  Since its inception in 2020, Shedtracks has become the leading software product for drummers and other musicians who want to practice with professional quality backing tracks.In this interview you'll discover how Carlin built on the solid musical and spiritual foundation provided by his family and applied it to every situation - from his time at Berklee to his current position with Israel and New Breed. He'll share how key principles like being a person of character, valuing relationships, and being willing to take risks in business mark the path to true success as a creative.   Stay Connected with Carlin Carlin's Instagram Carlin on YouTubeShedtracks.comMore Resources for Faith-Focused CreativesJoin our membership for highly motivated creatives who want to gain complete confidence as artists and entrepreneurs - God and Gigs 360! Join for 30 days FREE by going to godandgigs.com/freetrialGodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives Godandgigs.com/grow - FREE trainings from ConvertKit  on how to build your online audience! Learn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and EntertainmentJoin our God and Gigs Facebook Group so you can watch more of our Facebook Live chats! If you want answers about becoming a full-time creative, you've got to ask yourself the right questions.So we've created a workbook to help you figure out what you need to know before making the leap.You can get this resource for FREE and take the next step toward your creative dreams!Tap HERE to get your free workbook!GodandGigs.com/Questions

On this episode of the True Tunes Podcast, we spend some quality time with one of the most exciting and fresh contemporary Gospel artists to emerge in years. DOE, (aka Dominique Jones) first came to our attention as a member of Forever Jones – an eclectic Gospel group that included her parents and siblings. With her solo debut LP Clarity, released on Jonathan McReynolds' new label with RCA Inspiration, (and including contributions by Israel Houghton, Matt Maher, McReynolds, and more,) DOE demonstrates talent, wisdom, and vision beyond her age. Her self-assured style, which includes elements of Norah Jones and Lauryn Hill, challenges conventions – even as it has already scored a #1 Hit on Gospel Radio.   On the Jukebox, we are joined by our good friend Aaron “A-Train” Smith to listen deeply to Stevie Wonder's world-changing music in the 1970s. Between '72 and '76 Wonder released five albums, four of which won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year. He dominated the R&B and Pop charts and plowed his own lane – setting standards and influencing artists for generations to come. A-Train was drumming for The Temptations, The Undisputed Truth, and other Motown bands during those years. He gives us an insider's remembrance of Wonder, his music, and his legacy. Full show notes and music list is available at TrueTunes.com/DOE.   The True Tunes Podcast is sponsored by VisionTrust.org. Help us change the world for one child at a time by sponsoring today. Visit VisionTrust.org/TrueTunes for more information. If you would like to support the show, please consider joining our Patreon community or dropping us a one-time tip and check out our SWAG STORE.