Podcasts about Word Records

The music industry has been in something of a mess over the past two decades. Digital platforms have come and gone and come again, completely reshaping – and then reshaping again – the economic model of the music industry. The Christian music industry has had to undergo all these changes plus more: the rise of the worship genre, the growth of such radio juggernauts as K-Love and Salem, and the economic pressures these innovations have placed on the rest of the industry to conform or die. And the worship genre itself has shaped the way the church worships – whether we like it or not. Through all these changes, a small but influential music label in Nashville has not just survived, but it has thrived. That label is Centricity, and it owes much of its success to my guest today, John Mays. John is one of the co-founders of the label, and he has retained the title of Senior VP of A&R. And if you don't know what that means, stay tuned. John will explain. John Mays began his career as a musician, playing bass for some of the early bands in the CCM genre, first as a road dog, then as a session player. He worked for industry leader Word Records early in his career. With Word, Centricity, and others, he has been influential in the careers of artists such as Cindy Morgan, Point of Grace, Phillips, Craig & Dean, Andrew Peterson, and many more. John is currently working with Peterson, Jason Gray, and Lauren Daigle, among the two dozen or so artists currently on the Centricity label. John had this conversation with me from his home near Nashville. A special word before we go. I'm a bit of a music guy. I find music to be nourishing spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually. Contemporary Christian Music and Christian radio also have an outsized impact on the evangelical movement. So from time to time, we'll feature musicians on the MinistryWatch podcast. To hear recent interviews I've done with Charlie Peacock, Fernando Ortega, Andrew Peterson, and others, just go to MinistryWatch.com and hit the “Podcast” button at the top of the page. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. Thanks to PR guy extraordinaire Rick Hoganson for helping me arrange this interview with John Mays. Until next time, may God bless you.

Episode 114 - The Mission of 3 Days Studios and Guild In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, hosts Jaclyn and Geoff are joined by George Escobar and Dr. Joel Bunkowske from 3 Days Studios. They delve into the mission driving the studio, focusing on faith and family-centric storytelling. The conversation also covers the upcoming series 'Prairie Winds', aimed at filling the demand for wholesome, Christian family entertainment, inspired by shows like 'Little House on the Prairie'. They discuss the guild model for community involvement and education, the business strategy of vertical integration, and their innovative approach to crowdfunding and distribution. Highlights Include:The Heart Behind 3 Days StudiosJoel's Missionary BackgroundImpact of Christianity on Society3 Days Studio's MissionPrairie Winds ProjectCreating Compelling ScreenplaysVertical Integration and DistributionEmpowerment Guild and CommunityBios:George Escobar is an award-winning writer, director, and producer of seven faith-based feature films and over a dozen documentaries, including the Oscar-nominated “Alone Yet Not Alone.” His films: “Come What May” and “The World We Make” have been distributed by Sony, Amazon Prime, Netflix, PureFlix, and others. He has won screenwriting awards from: Kairos Pro Award, Content Media, ScreenCraft, and Coverfly's Red List. He has taught over 3,500 students in filmmaking from a Christian worldview. Escobar is now writing the “Prairie Winds” streaming series for 3 Days Studios, and producing the feature film, “Missileman" with Academy-nominee Terry Rossio as executive producer. Escobar served as Executive Producer for Focus on the Family, VP of Product Development at Discovery, and Executive Director at AOL/TimeWarner. He is a producing graduate at the American Film Institute.Dr. Joel W. Bunkowske, Esq. is one of the world's most educated, experienced, and successful corporate and entertainment lawyers. He is an award-winning attorney with over 30 years of experience in the music, television, and film industries. He is the recipient of Grammy, Dove, and Gold Record Awards for his legal work in the music and film industries. He has worked with Academy Award-nominated actors, Grammy and Dove award-winning recording artists, and legendary producers. His areas of practice include corporate law; film, television, and music Chief of Legal and Business Affairs; film production, finance, and distribution; contracts, dispute resolution, and University teaching.Dr. Bunkowske has worked extensively in the film, music, and television industries doing corporate law, finance, distribution, consulting, producing, executive producing, directing, and contracts for hundreds of projects worldwide with Warner Bros., Universal, Disney, Sony, Paramount Pictures, ABC, NBC, FOX, Capitol Records, EMI, Curb Records, Word Records and many more. Dr. Bunkowske has done extensive venture capital deal structuring for film companies, record companies, and a $180 million foundation.3 Days Studios and Guild: https://3daysstudios.com/FAFF Screenwriting Bootcamp: https://www.faffassociation.com/screenwriting-bootcampWriters Retreat - Mexico: https://www.faffassociation.com/writers-retreatJaclyn's Book - In the Beginning, Middle and End: A Screenwriter's Observations of LIfe, Character, and God:

Episode 113 - The Birth of a New Studio In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Geoff and Jaclyn interview George Escobar, a filmmaker known for the Oscar-nominated 'Alone Yet Not Alone,' and Dr. Joel Bunkowske, a Grammy-winning attorney with extensive experience in entertainment law. George and Joel recount their personal and professional journeys, highlighting humbling moments and miraculous turns that led them to create 3 Days Studios. Joel shares his background as a missionary kid-turned attorney involved in successful music and film projects, while George discusses his transition from Hollywood to faith-based filmmaking. The episode emphasizes the importance of mentorship, collaboration, and divine guidance in the film industry, ultimately announcing their new venture, 3 Day Studios, and its accompanying filmmaker guild.Highlights Include:Welcome and IntroductionThe Beginning of a Great FriendshipJoel Bonkowske's Journey in Entertainment LawOvercoming Challenges and God's GuidanceGeorge Escobar's Path to FilmmakingThe Birth of 3 Day StudiosThe Role of Technology and CollaborationJoel's Involvement with Angel StudiosUpcoming Projects and WorkshopsBios:George Escobar is an award-winning writer, director, and producer of seven faith-based feature films and over a dozen documentaries, including the Oscar-nominated “Alone Yet Not Alone.” His films: “Come What May” and “The World We Make” have been distributed by Sony, Amazon Prime, Netflix, PureFlix, and others. He has won screenwriting awards from: Kairos Pro Award, Content Media, ScreenCraft, and Coverfly's Red List. He has taught over 3,500 students in filmmaking from a Christian worldview. Escobar is now writing the “Prairie Winds” streaming series for 3 Days Studios, and producing the feature film, “Missileman" with Academy-nominee Terry Rossio as executive producer. Escobar served as Executive Producer for Focus on the Family, VP of Product Development at Discovery, and Executive Director at AOL/TimeWarner. He is a producing graduate at the American Film Institute.Dr. Joel W. Bunkowske, Esq. is one of the world's most educated, experienced, and successful corporate and entertainment lawyers. He is an award-winning attorney with over 30 years of experience in the music, television, and film industries. He is the recipient of Grammy, Dove, and Gold Record Awards for his legal work in the music and film industries. He has worked with Academy Award-nominated actors, Grammy and Dove award-winning recording artists, and legendary producers. His areas of practice include corporate law; film, television, and music Chief of Legal and Business Affairs; film production, finance, and distribution; contracts, dispute resolution, and University teaching.Dr. Bunkowske has worked extensively in the film, music, and television industries doing corporate law, finance, distribution, consulting, producing, executive producing, directing, and contracts for hundreds of projects worldwide with Warner Bros., Universal, Disney, Sony, Paramount Pictures, ABC, NBC, FOX, Capitol Records, EMI, Curb Records, Word Records and many more. Dr. Bunkowske has done extensive venture capital deal structuring for film companies, record companies, and a $180 million foundation.3 Days Studios and Guild: https://3daysstudios.com/FAFF Screenwriting Bootcamp: https://www.faffassociation.com/screenwriting-bootcampWriters Retreat - Mexico:

Looking to harmonize your career aspirations with a soul-fulfilling mission? If so, you'll want to listen to this latest episode featuring Neal Joseph of Mission: Leadership.  As part of our ongoing “Vocation” series, Neal joins us to talk about the art of faith-based executive recruiting, where aligning spiritual values with the heart of an organization isn't just ideal—it's imperative. Neal, who shifted from the music industry to Christian ministry, shares valuable insights from his journey. We discuss his varied experiences—from working with famous musicians to leadership in global ministries—as well as how to align your career with your true calling. Neal notes the importance of grabbing opportunities and mastering communication within nonprofit leadership. He also gives practical tips on thriving in your current role and preparing for future advancement, making this episode particularly helpful for anyone looking to change paths or reach their vocational goals. Bio: Neal Joseph brings more than 35 years of senior-level leadership experience in the corporate, church, and nonprofit worlds to his role as Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Mission: Leadership, a faith-based executive recruiting firm.    Before this, he served as Vice President of Nonprofit Recruiting at Slingshot Group, Senior Vice President of International Partnerships at Compassion International, megachurch Executive Pastor, Chief Operating Officer at Generous Giving, Label President at Warner Bros. Records, and Vice President of A&R and Marketing at Word Records. In addition to A.C.T. International, Neal also serves on the boards of American Leprosy Missions, the Accord Network, and Free Guitars 4 Kids. Resources: Mission: Leadership Spiritual First Aid Download your free copy of our Called to Serve: Navigating Your Christian Vocation in Humanitarian, Disaster, and Development Work e-book, which includes articles full of practical advice, insight, and encouragement. Each of the three sections concludes with thought-provoking questions and a prayer. We hope this e-book informs and also guides you toward reflection, prayer, and next steps.  ------------ This episode was produced by WildfireCreative  Theme Song: “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter:  @drjamieaten |  @kentannan Follow on Instagram: @wildfirecreativeco @wheaton_hdi (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll host Evangelicals, and sometimes we won't. Learning how to “do good, better” involves listening to many perspectives with different insights and understanding. Sometimes, it will make us uncomfortable; sometimes, we'll agree, and sometimes, we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction–especially in our blind spots.) The Better Samaritan podcast is produced by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College, which offers an M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership and a Trauma Certificate. To learn more and apply, visit our website. Jamie Aten, Ph.D., and Kent Annan, M.Div., co-direct the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College and are the Co-Founders of Spiritual First Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil "The Media Giant" Haley and Kim Sorrelle of The Love Is Podcast interview Darren Mulligan. The band formed in Monaghan, Ireland, in 2015. Members in 2021 include Darren Mulligan (lead vocalist), Kyle Williams (vocalist and guitarist), Drew Kerxton (drummer), and Raul Aguilar (bassist). The group's first studio album, We Are Messengers, was released on 22 April 2016 through Word Records and Curb Records.

Colt and David sit down with songwriter Michael Farren.Grammy nominated and multiple Dove Award winning songwriter and producer Michael Farren migrated to Nashville from Texas after signing and subsequently releasing three albums on Word Records with his band Pocket Full Of Rocks.  After many years of touring, Farren shifted his focus to songwriting and production. Farren has penned hundreds of songs that span multiple genres. From Lauren Daigle's Grammy Nominated and now platinum single “Trust In You”, Reba McEntire's Grammy winning album title track “Sing It Now”, to Christine D'Clario's Dove Award winning Spanish album of the year “Eterno Live”, Michael has enjoyed diverse success. His first commercial cut was the global worship anthem “Let It Rain”, which appeared on Michael W. Smith's RIAA certified multi-platinum album “Worship”.  Be sure to check out his latest song, "Checking In", that was recorded by Lee Brice featuring for King & Country.Website: www.michaelfarren.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/michaelfarrenFacebook: www.facebook.com/michaelfarrenmusicTwitter (X): www.twitter.com/michaelfarrenTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@michaelrayfarrenSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/560SoilLTmMeUCVT3hybP9?si=4c9316f2b189449bApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/michael-farren/347701132Support 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

On this week's episode of Taking Care of Business, tune in with Lewis and Carl for one last run of 2023, before we head into the new year, uncover how Dubai managed to hit an all-time high of nine years, and how Dubai's property market performed in November according to Allsopp & Allsopp's Monthly Market Snapshot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kara alla ni Martinson Möter lyttere!I dag bjuder vi på en power-podcast lite utover det vanlige. Her kommer en gjest som er like lang så lang som den er lengre enn den med: Evelyn Astrid Törnqvist Karlsson, men det er mulig å se alt som er nord for låten Evie. Det har å gjøre med noe som gjør den kraftig, og den må ha kraften til å holde alt i sjakk, racketen min, det er fint å se at det er hardt og raskt. Ja, det sies at det er en drop off i podd-opptaket som jeg vil gjøre med Jesus-senterrade mann.Evie tar oss med till släkten og det djupa fra å arvet i Norge, oppväxten i New Jersey, genombrottet i Norsk TV og møtet med både Gud och kärleken på svenska sommarkonferensen Nyhem. En komp-pianist ved navn Per Olof Nils Carlsson med C. Han är sedan 1979 både hennes make og beste av og går sedan länge under navnet Pelle Karlsson med K. Hon forteller også om The Palermo Brothers som ordnade både kontakt og kontrakt med Word Records Også åpne relasjoner med Billy Grahams arbeid vil føre til hela not år fra evangelisationskampanjer runtom i världen.En sak som er så vakker og viktig er at Evie inte en gang pratar om å sitte yrkesliv som en karriär uten uteslutte som en samtale og en tjeneste innført Gud og med Guds kärlek till alla genom Jesus som den altigenom bakomliggande drivkraften. Gjennom alle år, nominasjoner og utmerkelser. Vi har også alle sangerne og gruppen av mennesker som knuller hverandre med antall artister, solister og kjære i Nashville. Program som nå har noe på NRK og også på SVT under tittelen ”Saliga Singer from Nashville” og som kommer på punktet på TBNPlay under Hösten 2023.For det første er det en advarsel om første halvår for hjulene og mellomrommet mellom dem og de andre verdensdelene.------------------------------------------------------------------Kära alla ni Martinson Möter lyssnare!Idag bjuder vi på en power-podcast lite utöver det vanliga. Här kommer en gäst som vi länge längtat efter att få sitta ner med: Evelyn Astrid Törnqvist Karlsson är kanske mera känd som allas vår nordiska sångfågel Evie. Det här blev för mig ett mäktigt och magiskt möte som innehöll stort allvar, mycket skratt, smittande glädje men även tårar och tacksamhet. Jag blir sällan så drabbad av en podd-inspelning som jag blev i mötet med denna Jesus-centrerade människa.Evie tar oss med till släkten och det djupa fromma arvet i Norge, uppväxten i New Jersey, genombrottet i norsk TV och mötet med både Gud och kärleken på svenska sommarkonferensen Nyhem. En komp-pianist vid namn Per Olof Nils Carlsson med C. Han är sedan 1979 både hennes make och bästa vän och går sedan länge under namnet Pelle Karlsson med K. Hon berättar också om The Palermo Brothers som ordnade både kontakt och kontrakt med Word Records och öppnade relationerna med Billy Grahams arbete vilket ledde till hela nio år av evangelisationskampanjer runtom i världen.En sak som är så vacker och viktig är att Evie inte en enda gång pratar om sitt yrkesliv som en karriär utan uteslutande som ett kall och en tjänst inför Gud och med Guds kärlek till alla genom Jesus som den alltigenom bakomliggande drivkraften. Genom alla åren, nomineringar och utmärkelser. Vi samtalar också om Alla Tider Sånger och den gemensamma glädjen vi fick dela med så många artister, solister och lovsångsledare i Nashville. Programmet som nu delvis har sänts på NRK och snart på SVT under titeln ”Saliga Sånger från Nashville” och som kommer att komma på TBNPlay under hösten 2023.Innan vi avslutar podden så får hon frågan om hur världen skall räddas och det svaret är inte bara utmanande utan också synnerligen hjärtevärmande. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Myles interviews Lisa Binion, a member of the Daystar Singers, the Christian TV network with a global reach. She has been in worship ministry all her life, traveling as a child with her parents and siblings, taking the Gospel across America. Lisa is a songwriter, singer, and producer. She has been an artist with Word Records, and held many key positions in churches around the country.AND… In a very candid interview, Lisa speaks about the mountains and valleys of a life of faith. You may be shocked, you will be surprised, challenged and encouraged by her testimony.Read her bio at:https://singers.daystar.com/lisa-binionSupport the show

Sportswriter, Terry Pluto, interviewed Pastor Chuck Myricks about his tips for living out your faith at work. Pastor Myricks' sales experience at IBM and Word Records provided him with wisdom worth sharing.  One of Pastor Myricks' tips is to be a good teammate. There are times when your teammates need help.   You need to be ... The post Living Your Faith at Work: Part III appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Sportswriter, Terry Pluto, interviewed Pastor Chuck Myricks about his tips for living out your faith at work. His sales experience at IBM and Word Records provided him with wisdom worth sharing.  Pastor Myricks' second tip is to stay out of the gossip. The workplace can be a negative place and people tend to judge one ... The post Living Your Faith at Work: Part II appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Sportswriter, Terry Pluto, interviewed Pastor Chuck Myricks about some tips on living out your faith at work. Pastor Myricks worked in sales and marketing for IBM and Word Records prior to becoming a pastor.  Pastor Myricks first tip is to be consistent. Myricks points out that you are at work to work. Peers must trust ... The post Living Your Faith at Work: Part I appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Joe Carlucci, owner of Valentina's Pizzeria & Wine Bar on Browns Ferry Rd. in Madison. Joe previously owned the very successful Famous Joe's Pizzeria on County Line also in Madison. Joe started in the pizza business when he was 14 and living in Carmel, N.Y., about an hour north of New York City. Joe also is a world record holder in the Guinness Book of World Records in various pizza events. He started with his pizza toss of 21 feet, 5 inches in 2006 at the Mall of America, recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records for highest pizza toss. More recently, he became the world's fastest pizza maker at the World Pizza Making Championship in Naples, Italy, making five pizzas in 31 seconds. Carlucci calls himself "a pizza nerd" and he is a 30-year +veteran of the pizza business.

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip and Denny pay tribute to The Cathedral Quartet, 1964 - 1999, Akron, Ohio.Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee…On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast.We are pleased to announce that you can now hear the Gospel Jubilee on Legend Oldies Radio.Our broadcast will be aired every Sunday morning at 9:00 AM CDT.Listen here: Legend Oldies Radio is online 24-7 playing the best music from the first four decades of Rock-N-Roll, currently broadcasting many live shows from Presenters that take your requests, and is just one of many entities under the umbrella of Legend Oldies Radio Inc – Based in Indianapolis Indiana USA, and overseen by Bill Sparks.https://www.legendoldies.comFor a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49780552/download.mp3Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 12 noon Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.comThursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.orgSaturday evenings at 7:00 and Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 CST on Radio For Life, www.RadioForLife.orgThe Cathedral Quartet, also known as the Cathedrals, was an American southern gospel quartet who performed from 1964 to December 1999.The Cathedral Quartet was arguably the most popular Gospel Quartet of the 20th Century.The Cathedrals formed in 1963 as a trio consisting of the California Weatherford Quartet lead singer Glen Payne, tenor Bobby Clark, and baritone Danny Koker.Initially a house group of Rex Humbard's Cathedral of Tomorrow, they called themselves the Cathedral Trio. The group became a quartet with the addition of Blue Ridge Quartet bass singer George Younce in 1964. They decided to become a full-time touring group in 1969, leaving the Cathedral of Tomorrow.The group signed with Canaan Records; Canaan producer Marvin Norcross worked with them and Florida Boys lead singer Les Beasley to help the group gain exposure. Norcross gave them performance time on the nationally-syndicated television Gospel Singing Jubilee. With Canaan, the group experimented with different styles of dress and performance to find their identity.Rise to prominenceGospel singer Bill Gaither invited the group to perform at his annual Praise Gathering in Indianapolis, and they received more requests for appearances.Gaither collaborated with Younce and Payne to produce their future albums for Word Records. The group began incorporating Younce and Payne's comedy routines, and added Roy Tremble as a tenor.Kirk Talley of the Hoppers, was a tenor; Steve Lee was added to sing baritone and play piano. Shortly before 1980, the group hired Roger Bennett as their pianist after hearing him play for their opening act. Lee left the group, and former member Roger Horne filled in briefly before bass guitarist and Kingsmen baritone Mark Trammell joined the group. They left Canaan (Word), and signed with Riversong (Benson).1980sKirk Talley left the group in the fall of 1983 to form the Talleys with his brother, Roger, and sister-in-law, Debra. Danny Funderburk of the Singing Americans was chosen to replace him in December of that year. This lineup remained in place for several years, until Roger Bennett left to help found Journey Records. Bennett was replaced by young, classically-trained pianist and vocalist Gerald Wolfe. With Wolfe at the piano and singing, the group contributed to Symphony of Praise a 1987 album with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The album included "This Ole House", "Champion Of Love", "I Can See The Hand" (written by Steven Curtis Chapman), and "I've Just Started Living". During this period, the group added Trammell's bass guitar and a synthesizer to its quartet vocals.1990s: Gaither Homecoming yearsIn February 1990, Funderburk left to help form the quartet Perfect Heart. The Cathedrals hired tenor Kurt Young to replace him, but Young left the quartet after two months. Young was replaced by Ernie Haase, a young tenor from Indiana. Later that year, Trammell left to form Greater Vision with Gerald Wolfe. Scott Fowler, former lead singer of the Sound, became the quartet's baritone and bass guitarist; this was the final version of the Cathedrals. The full group (including present and former members) recorded a concert, The Cathedral Quartet: A Reunion, in 1995.Bill Gaither and the Gaither Vocal Band recorded Homecoming, a tribute to Southern gospel music, during the early 1990s. Gaither enlisted George Younce and Glen Payne for the album (which inspired the Gaither Homecoming videos), and the Cathedral Quartet was included on later videos in the series. In addition to touring and appearing in the Gaither Homecoming videos, the group appeared three times on NBC's Today show during the decade.Final years and farewell tourYounce and Payne's health began to decline; Younce had kidney failure and heart disease by 1999, and Payne was diagnosed with liver cancer. They decided to disband the group after a farewell tour, as the group's health permitted. The Gaithers and the Cathedrals recorded a live Cathedrals Farewell Celebration video on May 18, 1999, on which they were joined by the Statler Brothers, the Oak Ridge Boys, Sandi Patty, Guy Penrod, and the Gaither Vocal Band. On October 15, 1999, Glen Payne died.After the groupIn 2000, former Cathedrals Scott Fowler and Roger Bennett formed the Southern gospel group Legacy Five; Fowler was the lead singer and bass guitarist, and Bennett was the group's emcee and pianist. Haase continued a solo career he had begun and, with Gaither's help, formed The Old Friends Quartet with Younce, Jake Hess, Wesley Pritchard, and Gold City alumnus Garry Jones on piano. They recorded two albums and a concert video for the Gaither Homecoming series, but Younce and Hess's poor health brought an end to the Old Friends two years later. In 2003, Haase and Garry Jones formed the Signature Sound Quartet. After Jones and Haase developed artistic differences, Jones left. The Signature Sound became associated with Gaither and his Homecoming tour, and changed its name to Ernie Haase & Signature Sound.After leaving the Cathedrals, Mark Trammell was the original baritone of Greater Vision before leaving to join Gold City. In 2002, Trammell formed his own quartet called Mark Trammell Quartet. Gerald Wolfe sings lead with Greater Vision and Danny Funderburk has recorded solo and has been in several groups since leaving Perfect Heart. Kirk Talley had a solo career from the Talleys breakup to December 2012, when he developed vocal problems. On April 11, 2005, George Younce died.[7] On March 17, 2007, Roger Bennett died.[8] Ernie Haase & Signature Sound released A Tribute to the Cathedral Quartet in 2010, a nominee for Southern Gospel Album of the Year at the 42nd GMA Dove Awards.[9]Playlist:Artists |Song Title | Album01. The Cathedrals - Step into the water - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"02. The Cathedrals - Can He, could He, would He, did He - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"03. The Cathedrals - This ole hous - "Through The Years - 20 All Time Favorites"04. The Cathedrals - Give the world a smile - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"05. The Cathedrals - Who can do anything - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"06. The Cathedrals - It is not whats over the door - "Camp Meeting Live"07. The Cathedrals - Dig a little deeper in God's love - "Camp Meeting Live"08. The Cathedrals - Supper time - "Camp Meeting Live"09. The Cathedrals - I thirst - "High & Lifted Up"10. The Cathedrals - Sinner saved by grace - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"11. The Cathedrals - Somebody touched me - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"12. The Cathedrals - Oh, what a Savior - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"13. The Cathedrals - Jesus saves - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"14. The Cathedrals - When we all get together with the Lord - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"15. The Cathedrals - An old convention song - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD1"16. The Cathedrals - I've just started living - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD2"17. The Cathedrals - Jesus is risen - "High & Lifted Up"18. The Cathedrals - The last Sunday - "Through The Years - 20 All Time Favorites"19. The Cathedrals - Child of the King - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD2"20. the Cathedrals - Standing on Holy ground - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD2"21. The Cathedrals - Daystar - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD2"22. The Cathedrals - Champion of love - "A 35 Year Musical Journey - CD2"Send your request to: Request@GatewayForTheBlind.ComOr call (636) 428-1500THE GOSPEL JUBILEEWITHCHIP & DENNYBRINGING YOU SOME OF THE VERY BEST IN YESTERDAY AND TODAY'SSOUTHERN COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS GOSPEL MUSIC

This season is a time for giving, reflection and joy. But what if you're having a hard time seeing God in the swirl of busy-ness that encompass the holidays? Or what if you're not connected with him how you'd like to be? There's a powerful verse in the Bible from 1st John 4:12 that says even though none of us here on earth have actually “seen” God, “if we love one another, God lives in us and His love is made complete in us."  Our guests today believe that love and understanding toward others, along with prayer and seeking Him are our primary connections to God and find their faith strengthened when they are acting in kindness and service. We'll talk with Oscar-nominated actor and recent New York Times bestselling author Will Smith and Grammy Award-winning iconic Christian singer Amy Grant.   Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast 1st John 4:12 Jesus Calling Jesus Listens  Sarah Young Past guest: Lauren AkinsUpcoming guest: Enneagram through a spiritual lens with experts Mark Eaton   Will Smith  Carnegie Mellon University Will    Amy Grant Church of Christ Belmont College  Word Records www.AmyGrant.com Interview Quotes: “External success doesn't fix your internal difficulties.” - Will Smith “I'm flawed, but so is everybody, and I get to be better moving forward.” - Will Smith “A concentration on love and service above all things can't yield anything but greatness.” - Will Smith “I want to be an ambassador of God and goodness trying to correct the lack of love in the world.” - Will Smith “Little by little, my stage grew and the audience grew and my proficiency grew and took me places I never dreamed I would go. I'm really grateful and surprised how my life turned out.” - Amy Grant “Prayer changes circumstances, it changes people, it changes the person who's going through it, it changes the person who prays, and I believe prayer is active, compassionate thought wrapped around another person.” - Amy Grant “One of the first things that comes out of my mouth in the morning is, ‘This is the day the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.' And I feel that joy. I'm so glad to be alive.” - Amy Grant “I think we're all wired so uniquely that God gives us gifts because He knows that's what we need to get through. And then when you enjoy that gift, then it pours out on other people.” - Amy Grant ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel: Audio Playlist: https://bit.ly/2PrbuwH Video Playlist: https://bit.ly/2PsmEkJ What's Good? Playlist: https://bit.ly/3i7VUlZ ________________________  Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Jesus Calling Website  

In this special episode of The Greater Heritage podcast we talk with singer-songwriter Joanne Hogg.“Jo” is a Northern Irish singer and songwriter, best known for her work as the lead singer and songwriter with the Celtic Christian progressive rock and pop band Iona. She has also worked on numerous solo projects, including most recently The Map Project Parts 1 & 2, and she is involved in various ministries as well.Throughout the episode, Jo shares about her early years as a missionary child, her transition from med-school to music and memorable highlights from her inspiring career.Other topics of interest include candid conversations on the importance of Biblical literacy, apologetics and advice for young musicians.Specifically, one of the biggest pieces of advice she gives for young artists is that they take responsibility for their choices instead of always trying to figure out what God wants them to do.As she states: “God is less concerned about which thing you choose. He's more concerned about how your attitude is to other people and what your mindset is. Don't stress about the details that you think God might want you to do, because you don't have to change the world to validate your existence.”Throughout Jo also talks about how the recent pandemic caused her to confront what she really believed about Christianity.For her, this involved moving away from defining truth by emotional experiences, subjective feelings, and extra-Biblical revelations and instead learning truth solely from what God says in his word.Ultimately, Jo's story illustrates how Christians need to be equipped to give a reason for the hope they have. (1 Pet. 3:15)Moreover, her insights encourage us to return to God's word as the sole authority for our lives.–You can follow Jo via Bandcamp, email, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and on her website. To listen to more episodes like this Joanne Hogg interview, subscribe. Are you a Christian writer looking to publish? Learn more.Intro and outro music provided by Five Minute Plan.Song excerpts from the album Beyond These Shores (Murlough Bay, Edge of the World, Healing) © Copyright 1993 Word Records. Used with permission. Song excerpts from the album Journey Into The Morn (When I Survey) © Copyright 1994 Alliance Music. Used with permission. 

Andy Gullahorn is a singer/songwriter originally from Austin, TX. He moved to Nashville, TN back in the 1900's to attend Belmont University and upon graduating, he married a girl who was about to sign a record deal with Word Records. This was Andy's greatest achievement. After years of playing guitar on the road with his wife and writing songs for various other artists, he started recording his own records again and returned to the road for solo shows as his wife wanted to be home more with their beautiful children who resemble their father. Before pandemic-land, Andy would spend most of the year on the road performing at conferences, house concerts, clubs, retreats, festivals, churches and stairwells. During COVID-time, when he is not resentfully monitoring online school for those beautiful kids, he spends his time writing songs and performing online shows accompanied by a fake applause machine. He also has a healthy appetite for hobbies. His favorites include bowling, badminton, collecting used Christmas trees, creating haunted trails for neighborhood kids, and giving high fives. His eighth and most recent record, Everything As It Should Be, released in 2018 to great fanfare (from his mom).

Randy discusses his early musical influences, his move to Nashville, touring with his band Legend 7 and how he ended up teaching @ Western Texas A & M University.

You're not a bit of everyone as an artist, or at least you shouldn't be. You are your own identity. Do you have a strategy in place to move your career forward? Are you performing music that fits your lifestyle and belief system, or are you only making the moves to please others or attempting to do so to get ahead? In the end, it's all about brand loyalty, with you yourself being the brand. So is your branding vertical, or is it horizontal? Do you know the difference, and does it matter? On this extraordinary episode of Dead Horse Discussions with Rick Caballo and Melissa Core Caballo from Dead Horse Branding, we interview Michael Blanton to discuss exactly these matters.  Michael Blanton of Brentwood, Tennessee, has celebrated a career in the national and Nashville music industry. But today finds him in all kinds of artistic and entertainment development, not limited to just artist management. A native of Amarillo, Texas, Blanton got his start in music as an A&R representative at Word Records in Waco, Texas, moving to Nashville in 1978 to open the company's office on Music Row. He and business partner Dan Harrell launched Blanton/Harrell Production and Management in 1980 with Amy Grant as their first client. In 1981 with friend Brown Bannister ('75), they created Reunion Records and Reunion Publishing and soon launched artists' careers, including Michael W. Smith and Rich Mullins, and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Blanton served as executive producer for some of Grant's biggest hits, including the albums Unguarded (1985), Lead Me On (1988), and the multi-platinum Heart in Motion (1992), which sold more than ten million copies and received five Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year. He also executive produced hits for Smith, including his debut, Michael W. Smith Project (1983) featuring the song “Friends,” The Big Picture (1986), i 2 (EYE) (1988), and Change Your World (1992). In addition, Blanton and Harrell worked with authors including Frank Peretti, helping him release his multi-million-selling This Present Darkness in 1986 and Piercing the Darkness in 1989. Beginning in 1997, Blanton and Harrell served as co-presidents of Gaylord's Idea Entertainment. Still, in 2009 the golden franchise ended between Blanton and Harrell and thus started the new chapter for Blanton in artist development and branding. Currently, Blanton has partnered in the development with Songwriting University to help support the songwriters of Nashville and help develop new artistic talent. Also, Blanton is a partner with Vertigo Media and a new management launch called Halogen-BNA. Vertigo and Halogen will work together to build and develop new artists and songwriters thru technology and community. But not to be left out of the development lane, Blanton today is also working with new film projects, with Terry Benedict(producer of Hacksaw Ridge) and TV productions for a Texas non-profit, Heartlight and Parenting Today's Teens. He has also joined with long-time friend Gary Glover to continue to consult on many projects in development thru a partnership called Cyprus Creative Partners, a company to helps advance all types of branding and development. Whether for one singer or an entire company, vision-casting and strategically planning are what we are built for. Blanton is a member of the National Association of Recording Arts and Sciences, the Gospel Music Association, the Country Music Association, and the Americana Music Association. He serves on the board of Lipscomb's College of Entertainment and Arts. In addition, the team of Blanton & Harrell was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2017. And then, in 2019, Blanton was named Outstanding Alumnus of the year for Abilene Christian University, his alma mater.   The Business Side of Music ™ © 2021 Beyond the Music Co-Produced and Hosted (by the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender  Co-Producer, Creator, and Technical Advisor (the man behind the curtain): Tom Sabella Director of Video and Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Editor (the “ums' and “aahs' removal guy who makes us sound good): Mark Sabella Marketing and Social Media: Kaitlin Fritts Talent Acquisition and Scheduling (the one who keeps us on track) Tammy Kowalski All Around Problem Solver and keeper of the key to the vault: Connie Ribas Recorded at: The Bunker in Franklin, TN (except during the Covid 19 pandemic, then it's pretty much done VIA Skype or over the phone, with the exception for those fearless enough to come to Bob Bender's living room… and there are a few). 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Paul Clark started his music career writing songs about his new faith and sharing them with whoever would listen. His first album from 1971 sold so well that executives at Word Records offered to help distribute his record because it was something new and they saw this Jesus Music was impacting the country for Christ. Flash forward 50 years and Paul is still active in helping people use music as a tool for sharing the Gospel. After more than 30 albums, Paul's passion for reaching the lost hasn't wavered one bit and I'm excited for you to hear his story. So let's jump into the conversation. Paul Clark: Website, Facebook, and Twitter. And of course on our page: Christian Music Archive. Christian Music Archive Links: Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

Paul Clark started his music career writing songs about his new faith and sharing them with whoever would listen. His first album from 1971 sold so well that executives at Word Records offered to help distribute his record because it was something new and they saw this Jesus Music was impacting the country for Christ. Flash forward 50 years and Paul is still active in helping people use music as a tool for sharing the Gospel. After more than 30 albums, Paul's passion for reaching the lost hasn't wavered one bit and I'm excited for you to hear his story.

Interview With A Bible Believer | Andy Leftwich Part 2 To those of you with great musical talent, I pray this interview will greatly encourage you and help you in your service to Jesus Christ. Learn More About Andy Leftwich: https://andyleftwich.com/about/Four-time Grammy-winning instrumentalist Andy Leftwich began playing the fiddle at the age of six, entering his first contest at seven, and winning the National Championship for Beginners at the age of twelve. Adding mandolin and guitar to his arsenal, Andy began playing professionally at the age of fifteen. Since joining Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder in 2001, Andy has completed a solo album (“Ride”, Skaggs Family Records), recorded two critically acclaimed albums as a member of trio Three Ring Circle (with dobro player Rob Ickes and bassist Dave Pomeroy), and built an impressive list of studio credits, lending his talents to acts such as Steven Curtis Chapman, Keith, and Kristyn Getty, Dailey & Vincent, and many more. Most recently, he’s added “Producer” to his resume, with gospel group Point of Grace (“Directions Home”, Word Records). Andy lives in Carthage, Tennessee with his wife, Rachel. Learn More About Plenteous Redemption: https://plenteousredemption.com/

Can You Hear It? I Know You Caught The Spirit This week, Josh and Tracy are taking you to church. First, they talk about their time in the pews, from the ways they've had to reconcile their faiths and identities to the music that has stuck with them. They hear about the deep, poetic roots of Gospel in Black identity from writer and professor Ashon Crawley. And they sit down with pastor and legend Shirley Caesar to talk about her reverence for the music, her unforgettable “greens, beans, potatoes, tomatoes” meme, and the importance of finding joy right now. Additional Material By: Arista Records, 20th Century Fox/Disney, Warner Bros Televison, Interscope Records/Universal, Universal Music Group, Malaco Music Group, SoSouth Music Distribution, Savoy Records/Univeral Music Group, Keep Cool/RCA, Light Records/Entertainment One, Columbia Records, eOne, ViacomCBS Domestic Media Networks, Urban One, Cameron J/Sony Entertainment, KevOnStage, TuneCore, The Orchard Enterprises, Christina Marie/Interscrope/Universal, B-Rite/Interscope Records, Columbia Records/Sony Music, Sony Legacy, Sony Music Entertainment, Paramount Domestic Television, Word Records, CW/Warner Bros, Parkwood Entertainment/Sony , TDE/Aftermath/Interscope, Priority Records/Universal, Dirty 3 Records Gospel Remix Provided by Donwill and 6th Sense. Production Music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com. For transcriptions, please visit our website at https://pineapple.fm/back-issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Interview With A Bible Believer: Andy Leftwich Part 1 My sins were forgiven and my soul was saved in 2010 when I made the ever-important decision to trust in the death, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. From that time until now, the Lord has allowed me to meet many incredible people within the Bible-Believing world. Not least of which is Andy Leftwich. He is a child prodigy who went on to play the fiddle professionally from a very young age. Eventually, the Lord began to deal with his heart regarding his faithfulness to the Lord. Andy made some very difficult decisions, decisions meant to please God rather than man. To those of you with great musical talent, I pray this interview will greatly encourage you and help you in your service to Jesus Christ. Learn More About Andy Leftwich: https://andyleftwich.com/about/Four-time Grammy-winning instrumentalist Andy Leftwich began playing the fiddle at the age of six, entering his first contest at seven, and winning the National Championship for Beginners at the age of twelve. Adding mandolin and guitar to his arsenal, Andy began playing professionally at the age of fifteen. Since joining Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder in 2001, Andy has completed a solo album (“Ride”, Skaggs Family Records), recorded two critically acclaimed albums as a member of trio Three Ring Circle (with dobro player Rob Ickes and bassist Dave Pomeroy), and built an impressive list of studio credits, lending his talents to acts such as Steven Curtis Chapman, Keith, and Kristyn Getty, Dailey & Vincent, and many more. Most recently, he’s added “Producer” to his resume, with gospel group Point of Grace (“Directions Home”, Word Records). Andy lives in Carthage, Tennessee with his wife, Rachel. Learn More About Plenteous Redemption: https://plenteousredemption.com/ 

In this episode of the podcast, go behind the scenes with podcast producer and long-time kids guy Dan Lynch!  We did into why our podcast exists, how listeners can use the information provided and the vision now and for the future of TheBibleforKids.com. It's all about empowering parents and those working with kids to help them pass along Biblical values and truths. Dan is a partner at Brentwood Studios where they do all things kids, and he served for over 20 years in kids publishing and entertainment worlds at Tommy Nelson (VP Marketing/Branding and Executive Producer) and B&H Kids (Publisher, Executive Producer). Dan also worked as a VP of Marketing in the Christian music industry with labels including Benson and Word Records. Some of the brands Dan has managed and built include Max Lucado’s Hermie and Friends, Sheila Walsh’s Gigi God’s Little Princess, Bibleman, Read and Share Bible Stories, Big Picture Interactive Bible, Teen to Teen. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Support the Mandolins and Beer Podcast at Patreon or through a donation via Paypal to danielpatrickmusic(at)yahoo.com or through Venmo @Daniel-Patrick-Mandolin or buy some Merch at My Website! Today's guest is Andy Leftwich! Four-time Grammy winning instrumentalist Andy Leftwich began playing the fiddle at the age of six, entering his first contest at seven, and winning the National Championship for Beginners at the age of twelve. Adding mandolin and guitar to his arsenal, Andy began playing professionally at the age of fifteen. Since joining Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder in 2001, Andy has completed a solo album (“Ride”, Skaggs Family Records), recorded two critically acclaimed albums as a member of trio Three Ring Circle (with dobro player Rob Ickes and bassist Dave Pomeroy), and built an impressive list of studio credits, lending his talents to acts such as Steven Curtis Chapman, Keith and Kristyn Getty, Dailey & Vincent, and many more. Most recently, he’s added “Producer” to his resume, with gospel group Point of Grace (“Directions Home”, Word Records). Andy lives in Carthage, Tennessee with his wife, Rachel. Check him out online at his Website His Facebook or his Instagram! As always thanks so much to The Mandolin Cafe!

What is that smell... *sniff* *sniff* ...sizzlin' steak... In this episode, we cook.. ahem... I mean look at a sacred cow... and provide perspective and a biblical viewpoint of music standards. The Brook is a syndicated radio broadcast that airs live on Canaan Radio every Saturday at 5:00 PM CST. This episode has been edited for time and to fit a podcast structure. This video podcast can also be found on almost all popular podcast platforms. You can find out more about this episode and others by visiting canaanradio.com/thebrook/ Canaan Radio is a ministry of North Platte Baptist Church northplattebaptist.org Unauthorized reproduction of this episode is prohibited. All full audio tracks are used by permission. For enquiries please email fyi@canaanradio.com © Canaan Radio (ORIGINAL CONTENT - not including attributed songs) PARTIAL SONGS PLAYED *********************** Song: I Am Artist: Mark Schultz Album: Mark Schultz Live - A Night of Stories & Songs Writers: Mark Schultz Licensed to YouTube by: Curb Records (on behalf of Word Records); EMI Music Publishing, Sony ATV Publishing, ASCAP, Adorando Publishing, UMPG Publishing, UMPI, Music Services, Inc. (Publishing), LatinAutor, and 4 Music Rights Societies *********************** Provided to YouTube by Daywind Records Big Enough · Joseph Habedank Album: Welcome Home ℗ 2014 Daywind Records Released on: 2014-07-22 Main Artist: Joseph Habedank *********************** Written by Jamie Kimmett & Ben Cantelon Produced by Jonathan Smith Recorded at The Brown Owl, Berry Hill, TN. Music by Jamie Kimmett performing “Burdens” (Official Music Video). (C) 2019 Provident Label Group LLC, a division of Sony Music Entertainment *********************** Song: True Colors Artist: Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake Writers: Billy Steinberg, Tom Kelly Licensed to YouTube by: SME (on behalf of Villa 40/RCA Records); SOLAR Music Rights Management, CMRRA, Sony ATV Publishing, LatinAutor - Warner Chappell, LatinAutor - SonyATV, LatinAutor, UNIAO BRASILEIRA DE EDITORAS DE MUSICA - UBEM, Global Music Rights LLC, and 9 Music Rights Societies --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I'm talking with my friend Blaine Barcus who is VP of A&R at Provident Label Group where he works with artists Zach Williams, Third Day, Matthew West and more.  We discuss some of the best ways to get your foot in the door to work for a record label, management company or publisher through road managing, merchandise managing and internships.  Also, the importance of having a professional attitude with everything you do. Show notes:Sponsors: Edenbrooke Productions - We offer consulting services and are offering listeners a 1-hour introductory special. To request more info on consulting services, email Marty at contact@johnmartinkeith.com. Talking Points:*I’m the Vice President of A&R for Provident Label Group.*A&R stands for “Artist and Repertoire” which is basically artists and songs.*I equate the roll as kind of an account executive.2 parts to my job: 1) I manage artists signed to our label and it’s my job to be the main creative person that interacts with the artists on behalf of all their content especially on the audio side. It’s my job to the help develop the artist if they are a new artist, find people to co write with them, figure out their sound if they don’t quite know yet. Basically helping them find songs and producers for their projects. It’s a part business, part creative. 2) I’m also a talent scout, going out to shows, listening to demos, looking for artists to potentially sign to our label.*I played drums growing up.*I went to college and majored in communications.*I worked in marketing and sales after college.*My younger brother was at Belmont in Nashville so I followed him to town. He ended up going on tour with big artists and it was through my brother’s network of friends and associates that I was able to plug in.*My first job in the music business was tour manager for a new band in Atlanta called Third Day. Since I had strong business skills from college, their manager hired me.*After about 6 months I transitioned inside their management company and became their day to day manager at Creative Trust which is where I started working with Steven Curtis Chapman overseeing some of his live events along with several other artists.*I did that for about 3 years, then went back on the road and drummed and road managed Mark Shultz for about a year.*Then I got hired at Word Records to do A&R where I worked for 3 years then I transitioned here to Provident for the past 15 years.*If you want to get into road managing, some skills required to be a good road manager are: You have to have organizational skills and juggle a lot of balls at one time. As a road manager you interact with almost every facet of the music industry i.e. artists, concert promoters, booking agents, artist managers, record labels, publicists, transportation companies, production companies (audio, lighting, sound engineers, crew).*You can start by road managing an indie artist.*A great way is to start out as a merchandise manager on a tour because management is always looking people that can go out an be responsible and organized to sell and manage merch on the road.*If it’s a signed artist, I would go to the manager and let them know who you are and what your skill level is and what you’ve done. A lot of times it doesn’t take a lot of past experience to do that job but you have to prove that you have good people skills and that you’re organized and that you’re good with money.*Good people skills because you’re going to interact with the artist, road manager and local sales people at each venue, and the audience.*A merch manager is representing the artist at the table so if you’re not a pleasant person or you have bad people skills, that’s a reflection of the artist and they’re not going to keep you around very long. You’re a sales person for the artist.*If you can be really good at that, usually other people on the road are going to notice your skills and your abilities and I think there are a lot of transferable skills to then grow into an assistant tour manager on a larger tour or a tour manager on a smaller tour and work your way up.*I had never had an A&R position before but people knew my work in the industry and when the position came open, my boss at Creative Trust spoke with the person at Word Records and had a relationship with him and put my name in the hat and recommended me.*There are A&R skills required to be a good manager too and they believed I had the skills to do the job.*A couple of bands I signed at Word Records were Building 429 and Stellar Kart.*When I moved to Provident I got work with Third Day again so it became a full circle moment.*DSP - Digital Service Provider - Spotify, Pandora, etc.*Your social skills, people skills and general disposition is 100% as important as your playing ability.*Bring a level of professionalism to whatever you do or someone will be waiting to take your job.*Most artists I sign come to me through people I know in the industry.*I look for artists that have a heart for ministry and encouraging and loving people. Also I have to determine if this artist has the talent to be successful on a national or worldwide level.*You don’t need a label to have a career as an artist.*A record label is like an engine that can help pour gas on what an artist is already doing.*The artist has to be the driving force and the label can be champions to come around that artist and hopefully take it to the masses.*I have to sign artists that will be financially profitable for this company.*I think if you’re trying to be an artist full time, you have to engaged and involved on social media. At the end of the day however, it’s not a make or break for me to sign an artist based on how many followers they have or don’t have.*I believe if the talent is great, if the songs are great, they’re going to find followers.*If you want to work for a record label, a lot of times a bachelor’s degree of any kind is used to weed out who is serious and who isn’t.*You can look for entry level jobs keeping track of people’s calendars, assisting a marketing director or supporting the head of radio, etc. Those usually come from college internships.*Go on the road as a merch manager and be excellent on the road, then transition to a tour manager or label position.*If you have any skills in video editing or directing, there are opportunities at labels.*Just be great at what you do, do it with excellence.*If you’re an intern, you will get the first shot at moving up to a higher position when they become available.*You don’t have to have a music business degree to work in the music business. You can get a regular business degree and get your music experience outside of the classroom by interning or promoting shows in your area, etc. Music has been a constant in Blaine Barcus’ life for as long as he can remember. He began listening to his parents’ Beatles records before he started kindergarten. At 10 he began taking drums lessons, joined his first rock band at 15. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Missouri and in 1996 moved to Nashville to pursue his dream of working in the music business. Since then, he has been fortunate to work in almost every facet of the industry as a tour manager, touring drummer, artist manager, and record label executive.Over the span of his music career, Blaine has worked directly on albums that have sold or streamed over 10 million copies. Three of those albums received Grammy Awards with 13 other albums or songs receiving Grammy nominations. He has been fortunate to work with many talented artists including Third Day, Steven Curtis Chapman, Zach Williams, Matthew West, Matt Maher, Building 429, I Am They and many others. Currently, Blaine is the Vice President of A&R for the Provident Label Group, a division of Sony Music Entertainment. He is married to his best friend, Beth, with whom he has three children. In his free time he enjoys cardio kickboxing, college football, high school baseball and collecting vintage drums.

Michael Blanton has had a celebrated career in the national and Nashville music industry. But today finds him in all kinds of artistic and entertainment development, not limited to just artist management. With such a stellar musical history, it only seemed natural that he join forces with some of today's best and most talented songwriters, and create "Songwriting University". 10 years ago, there are were over 4,500 songwriters in Nashville with publishing deals. Today there are approximately 250. Songwriting University is designed to provide the up and coming songwriter the ability to co-write with the established artist, and help take their music writing to the next level and give them an equal opportunity that otherwise wouldn't be afforded to them. A native of Amarillo TX, Michael Blanton got his start in music as an A&R representative at Word Records in Waco, Texas, moving to Nashville in 1978 to open the company's office on Music Row. He and business partner Dan Harrell launched Blanton/Harrell Production and Management in 1980 with Amy Grant as their first client. In 1981 with friend Brown Bannister ('75), they created Reunion Records and Reunion Publishing and soon launched the careers of artists including Michael W. Smith and Rich Mullins and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Blanton served as executive producer for some of Grant's biggest hits, including the albums Unguarded (1985), Lead Me On (1988), and the multi-platinum Heart in Motion (1992), which sold more than ten million copies and received five Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year. He also executive produced hits for Smith including his debut, Michael W. Smith Project (1983) featuring the song “Friends,” The Big Picture (1986), i 2 (EYE) (1988) and Change Your World (1992). Blanton and Harrell worked with authors including Frank Peretti, helping him release his multi-million selling This Present Darkness in 1986 and Piercing the Darkness in 1989. Currently, Blanton has partnered in the development with Songwriting University, to help support the songwriters of Nashville, and help develop new artistic talent. Also, Blanton is a partner with Vertigo Media, and a new management launch called Halogen-BNA. Vertigo and Halogen will work together to build and develop new artists and songwriters through technology and community. The Business Side of Music ™ © 2020 Beyond the Music Produced & Hosted by Bob Bender  Creator & Technical Advisor: Tom Sabella Audio Engineer: Jim Tennaboe Continuity: Deborah Halle Recorded at: The Franklin Coffee House and Bunker in Franklin, TN Mixed & Mastered at: Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Show businesssideofmusic.com  Stream or Download (free) businesssideofmusic.com  To submit to be interviewed: musicpodcast@mail.com Sponsorship information businesssideofmusic.com/sponsor-affiliate/ Join our mailing list for show announcements, career advice, industry discounts, free gifts and more.  Like Free Special Thanks to Tom Sabella and Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original “Business Side of Music” podcast, and trusting us to carry on their legacy.

Wanda Jackson was only halfway through high school when, in 1954, country singer Hank Thompson heard her on an Oklahoma City radio show and asked her to record with his band, the Brazos Valley Boys. By the end of the decade, Jackson had become one of America’s first major female country and rockabilly singers.Jackson was born in Maud, Oklahoma, but her father Tom – himself a country singer who quit because of the Depression – moved the family to California in 1941. He bought Wanda her first guitar two years later, gave her lessons and encouraged her to play piano as well. In addition, he took her to see such acts as Tex Williams, Spade Cooley and Bob Wills, which left a lasting impression on her young mind. Tom moved the family back to Oklahoma City when his daughter was 12 years old. In 1952, she won a local talent contest and was given a 15-minute daily show on KLPR. The program, soon upped to 30 minutes, lasted throughout Jackson’s high-school years. It’s here that Thompson heard her sing. Jackson recorded several songs with the Brazos Valley Boys, including “You Can’t Have My Love,” a duet with Thompson’s bandleader, Billy Gray. The song, on the Decca label, became a national hit, and Jackson’s career was off and running.When Jackson first toured in 1955 and 1956, she was placed on a bill with none other than Elvis Presley. The two hit it off almost immediately. Jackson said it was Presley, along with her father, who encouraged her to sing rockabilly.Jackson cut the rockabilly hit “Fujiyama Mama” in 1958, which became a major success in Japan. Her version of “Let’s Have a Party,” which Elvis had cut earlier, was a U.S. Top 40 pop hit for her in 1960, after which she began calling her band the Party Timers. A year later, she was back in the country Top Ten with “Right or Wrong” and “In the Middle of a Heartache.” In 1965, she topped the German charts with “Santa Domingo,” sung in German. In 1966, she hit the U.S. Top 20 with “The Box It Came In” and “Tears Will Be the Chaser for Your Wine.” Jackson’s popularity continued through the end of the decade.Jackson toured regularly, was twice nominated for a Grammy, and was a big attraction in Las Vegas from the mid-’50s into the ’70s. She married IBM programmer Wendell Goodman in 1961, and instead of quitting the business – as many women singers had done at the time – Goodman gave up his job in order to manage his wife’s career. In 1971, Jackson and her husband became Christians, which she says saved their marriage. She released one gospel album on Capitol in 1972, “Praise the Lord”, before shifting to the Myrrh label for three more gospel albums. In 1977, she switched again, this time to Word Records, and released another two.In the early 1980s, Jackson was invited to Europe to play rockabilly and country festivals and to record. More recently, American country artists Pam Tillis, Jann Browne, and Rosie Flores have acknowledged Jackson as a major influence. Jackson embarked on a major U.S. tour with Flores in 1995. Jackson returned to the studio in 2010 to begin work on a new album. “The Party Ain’t Over” arrived in early 2011 and while in her seventies she was still touring in 2012.

This week we discuss the year 1991, and probably the worst album we've ever covered on this show; One Bad Pig - I Scream Sunday. We also talk about New Jersey legends Lifetime and their kind of boring debut EP, Dwell. Songs featured on this episode: Jawbox - Jackpot Plus One Bad Pig - Take a Look at Yourself One Bad Pig - I Scream Sunday One Bad Pig - Man in Black Lifetime - Find Lifetime - Dwell Please rate, review, and subscribe. All episodes are available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. https://punklottopod.simplecast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/punklottopod/ https://twitter.com/punklottopod https://www.facebook.com/punklottopod punklottopod@gmail.com

Not only is the Enneagram a great tool for gaining self-knowledge, but it is also a gateway for building strong relationships. When you understand that your way of seeing the world is not the only way to see the world, it creates room for compassion and appreciation toward others. The Enneagram teaches us how to communicate, and in turn, strengthens our relationships with family, friends, and co-workers. This week I invited husband and wife, David Dark (Enneagram 9) and Sarah Masen (Enneagram 6) to join me in a conversation about how the Enneagram has helped them identify the similarities and differences in their personalities and how that knowledge has shaped their marriage.  With Enneagram Nines “optimistic to the point of denial” and Enneagram Sixes “realistic to the point of oblivion,” Dark and Masen demonstrate how they try to live in a balanced way that fosters a supportive and secure relationship where they both feel valued.   ABOUT DAVID:          David Dark is the author of Life's Too Short To Pretend You're Not Religious, The Sacredness of Questioning Everything, Everyday Apocalypse: The Sacred Revealed in Radiohead, The Simpsons, and Other Pop Culture Icons and The Gospel According To America: A Meditation on a God-blessed, Christ-haunted Idea. His work has appeared in MTV News, Books & Culture, Pitchfork, and the Oxford American. Following years of teaching high school English, he received his doctorate in 2011 and now teaches at the Tennessee Prison for Women and Belmont University where he is assistant professor of Religion and the Arts in the College of Theology.   ABOUT SARAH:         Sarah Masen is an American singer-songwriter originally from the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. For several years she has lived in Nashville, TN with her husband, author David Dark, and their three children.  Originally signed to Charlie Peacock’s “re:think” label, and subsequently to Word Records, she is now independent. Sarah's music has been described as pop alternative and is written from a background featuring influences as varied as Rich Mullins, Keith Green, 10,000 Maniacs, Over The Rhine, Victoria Williams and Julie Miller. Sarah's live performance has elements of the innocent approach of the last two artists, although most of her music comes from more of an intellectual background, discussing life, relationships and faith, in stark contrast with the angst-driven, dark and cynical approach you can find in a lot of the alternative music today.

“It can be beautiful music, but without the presence of God, there’s no distinction”   In this week’s episode, Chisum sits down with Jonathan Brown, President of Integrity Music at their offices in the Cool Springs area of Franklin, TN. Jonathan Brown, known as “JB,” is a 25-year music industry veteran who began his career at Word Records in the U.K. before taking roles with Furious Records and Fierce Distribution where he was part of the teams responsible for building and establishing global platforms for artists like Delirous?.   “Releasing the indigenous worship of nations is something that’s eternal”   JB is a focused, passionate and highly energized marketing creative with a heart to curate and amplify worship songs and artistry. His heart’s desire is to facilitate the creation of highways throughout the world on which songs can travel beyond borders and language barriers. JB is leading Integrity Music into the future and God is doing amazing things through his leadership and the people of Integrity Music.   “If we want to go deeper into the lyrical content of who God is, there are expressions in other parts of the world that can give more than just one expression coming from where we live”   If you’re a christian songwriter looking to get your songs heard, Integrity has some amazing resources crafted with you in mind. Check out the new SongShare platform and much more at www.integirtymusic.com and www.weareworship.com. Some topics we talk about in this episode:    Introduction // Jonathan Brown - 1:30 Jonathan’s Background - 4:05 The Global Sound of Worship - 9:02 Cultural Expressions of Worship across the World - 13:22 The New Vision of Integrity Music - 17:28 How the Vision Will Play Out in Music - 22:42 An Opportunity for Unsigned Songwriters - 26:11 The Balance of Spirit and Commerce - 31:15 What JB is Excited About at Integrity - 32:20 Jonathan’s Advice to Aspiring Songwriters - 34:45 Wrap Up - 40:00 How to get involved Join the Successful Christian Songwriters Group on Facebook and continue the discussion! https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuccessfulChristianSongwriters/    Check out all of the resources for you to become the songwriter you were meant to be at www.nashvillechristiansongwriters.com    If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we’d love for you to help us spread the word!

Paul is recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Jesus Movement and the Contemporary Christian Music industry. During his 13 year association with Word Records in the 1970's and 1980's, Paul's songwriting, record producing and avant-garde artistry placed him in the forefront along with artists like Phil Keaggy, 2nd Chapter of Acts, Love Song, Larry Norman, Andre Crouch, Honeytree, Keith Green, Randy Stonehill, Barry McGuire, and many others.  Read more here.

Word Records’ pop singer, up-and-comer Sarah Reeves, released her brand new single “Nowhere” across all major digital platforms today. The entrancing, electro-pop track is the first song from her forthcoming Word Records debut album. With soaring vocals, the inspiring and danceable song was created after working her way out of an intensely trying phase of life and love. Fans who visit SarahReevesMusic.com today can enter to win a video call and other prizes directly from the singer-songwriter herself. Fans will be automatically registered when they log into the site via Spotify to stream “Nowhere” and share the track via their social pages.   A featured artist on this years’ Winter Jam Tour which just wrapped up last week, Reeves performed to half a million fans. Meanwhile, the singer has already amassed 100,000 followers on YouTube while collecting upwards of 16 million views showcasing her versions of songs which have impacted her soul. She has also written songs for artists including Kari Jobe, Natalie Grant and Jesus Culture. Currently in the studio working on her full length album, “Nowhere” spotlights a new and expanded sound from Reeves, who expresses, "This new musical direction has been stirring in my heart and mind. I’ve found such freedom and my soul has come alive more than ever while working in the studio. I can’t wait for the world to hear it!”   

Paul is recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Jesus Movement and the Contemporary Christian Music industry. During his 13 year association with Word Records in the 1970's and 1980's, Paul's songwriting, record producing and avant-garde artistry placed him in the forefront along with artists like Phil Keaggy, 2nd Chapter of Acts, Love Song, Larry Norman, Andre Crouch, Honeytree, Keith Green, Randy Stonehill, Barry McGuire, and many others.  Read more here.

Paul is recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Jesus Movement and the Contemporary Christian Music industry. During his 13 year association with Word Records in the 1970's and 1980's, Paul's songwriting, record producing and avant-garde artistry placed him in the forefront along with artists like Phil Keaggy, 2nd Chapter of Acts, Love Song, Larry Norman, Andre Crouch, Honeytree, Keith Green, Randy Stonehill, Barry McGuire, and many others.  Read more here.

When Melodie Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall first met in the mid 1980s, they were considered the "first call" background vocalists and commercial jingle singers by studio producers in Nashville, Tenn. Initially intent on staying behind the scenes, the trio's pristine vocals couldn't be contained in the background, and they soon found themselves thrust to the forefront of the burgeoning contemporary Christian music scene. In the nearly 30 years since their first meeting, First Call has recorded 13 projects with Word Records and Warner Alliance, earned three Dove awards, been nominated for five Grammy awards, and toured nationally and internationally. Audiences hungry for their three-part vocal harmonies clamored for more as they sang about their faith with an unmistakeable sound often compared to that mainstream supergroup, Manhattan Transfer. Songs like "Undivided," "The Reason We Sing," "O Sifuni Mungu," "Sweet Love" and "Sacred Journey" fueled audience demand for more of the trio's pristine harmonies.    

Welcome to The Shaun Tabatt Show! In this episode I speak with Melodie Tunney and Bonnie Keen of First Call about their new album Second Birth.About Second Birth:Melodie Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall have come together to record a brand new EP, appropriately entitled Second Birth. The six-song project, slated for release later this year, will thrill fans of the group's pristine harmonies and introduce a whole new generation to First Call's signature sound, which has been likened to mainstream supergroup Manhattan Transfer.About First Call:The vocal trio of Melodie Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall were considered the "first call" background vocalists and commercial jingle singers by studio producers in Nashville, Tennessee during the mid-1980s. Their pristine vocals soon compelled them into the spotlight, resulting in a 30+ year career that included has 13 recorded projects with Word Records and Warner Alliance, earned the group three Dove awards, five Grammy award nominations, and multiple national and international tours.Connect with the members of First Call: bonniekeen.com tunneymusic.com mcleanbible.org/staff/marty-mccall Facebook For additiional show notes, visit ShaunTabatt.com/056.

Steven Malcolm is the latest Christian rapper making a name for himself in the music industry. He is the first rapper to sign to Word Records, his YouTube videos are hugely popular, and he is finishing up the Winter Jam tour with major artist like Crowder, and Andy Mineo. But there is so much more to discover about him. Listen to his Testimony: A Musician's Story now.

Brent Bourgeois is an American rock musician, songwriter, and producer. He was co-leader of the band Bourgeois Tagg with Larry Tagg, whose second album, YoYo, was recorded together with esteemed producer Todd Rundgren and resulted in their biggest hit with its first single, "I Don't Mind At All". Brent went on to produce several solo albums and to serve as the Vice President of A&R at Word Records in Nashville from 1997–2001. He then become well known in the Contemporary Christian Music world for his songwriting and production work for such acts as Michael W. Smith, Jars of Clay, 4Him, Jaci Velasquez, Michelle Tumes, and Cindy Morgan. Most recently Brent has worked with Michael Blanton's BE Music and Entertainment as their West Coast representative, and is currently at work on his first solo album in twenty years.

We welcome Paul Clark to the show on April 1st! Paul is recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Jesus Movement and the Contemporary Christian Music industry. During his 13 year association with Word Records in the 1970's and 1980's, Paul's songwriting, record producing and avant-garde artistry placed him in the forefront along with artists like Phil Keaggy, 2nd Chapter of Acts, Love Song, Larry Norman, Andre Crouch, Honeytree, Keith Green, Randy Stonehill, Barry McGuire, and many others. Not resting on his laurels, Paul's life after CCM fame didn't slide into cruise control. Fueled by the joy of the Lord, Paul has continued his allegiance to proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. Even though he has completed 18 solo recording projects, written over 500 songs, produced records for other artists, served as worship leader/pastor, and has been a internationally published photographer and author, Paul's voyage presses on. Read more, click here.

Brent Bourgeois is an American rock musician, songwriter, and producer. He was co-leader of the band Bourgeois Tagg with Larry Tagg, whose second album, YoYo, was recorded together with esteemed producer Todd Rundgren and resulted in their biggest hit with its first single, "I Don't Mind At All". Brent went on to produce several solo albums and to serve as the Vice President of A&R at Word Records in Nashville from 1997–2001. He has recently become well known in the Contemporary Christian Music world for his songwriting and production work for such acts as Michael W. Smith, Jars of Clay, 4Him, Jaci Velasquez, Michelle Tumes, and Cindy Morgan. 

On this episode, we: -talk about a new feature that our sponsor, WorshipPlanning.com, released called Serving Preference. -feature an interview with Matt Boswell - worship pastor and staff writer for Word Records. -talk about the webinar on songwriting with Dave Fitzgerald coming up on Feb. 22nd at 8pm CST. Visitthesongwriterscafe.com for details and to register. -share about the All About Worship Retreat comi [...]