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Phil Wickham Resurrects a Classic with ‘What an Awesome God’
Phil Wickham released “What an Awesome God” this past Friday, a resurrection of one of Christian music’s most iconic anthems. Wickham, alongside co-writer Jonathan Smith, have created a new version built around the unforgettable chorus of Rich Mullins’ “Awesome God,” offering a nod to the past. This release comes in a year that would have marked Mullins’ 70th birthday—a timely and poignant moment to revisit his legacy. Originally released in 1988, “Awesome God” became a foundational piece in the canon of modern worship. Its raw sincerity helped define an era of CCM that didn’t need polish to be powerful. It rocks much harder than you remember. In 2004, we named…
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Tickets On Sale Now for Nashville’s First-Ever Christian & Gospel Music Museum
Christian and Gospel music fans, take note—a new museum dedicated to your favorite music is coming to downtown Nashville this Labor Day weekend. Decades in the making, The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music (The C&G) will open its doors, located conveniently near the iconic Ryman Auditorium. The Gospel Music Association is behind this new venture, promising visitors an immersive exploration of the history and evolution of Christian and Gospel music. Executive Director Steve Gilreath expressed anticipation, stating, “The Christian Music industry has been rooted in Nashville for decades and people have dreamed of this museum for just as long. Now, right in the heart of downtown, we’re creating a…
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Jesus Takes the Wheel of American Idol with ‘Songs of Faith’ Easter Special
Pop culture is experiencing a spiritual revival, and it’s hard to deny: Jesus is back at the forefront of mainstream entertainment. From the unprecedented success of The Chosen—which has drawn millions globally and transformed how Biblical stories resonate on screen—to the remarkable box-office performance of King of Kings, debuting impressively at number two this past weekend, there’s a clear appetite for faith-driven content. But perhaps nowhere is this revival more evident than on the American Idol stage. On Easter Sunday, April 20th, American Idol will air its highly anticipated “Songs of Faith” special—a profound celebration of Christian and gospel music, showcasing the spiritual roots deeply embedded in American culture. Judges…
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Mr. Weaverface Releases Debut Album
NRT Music’s Christian rock artist Mr. Weaverface is proud to announce the official release of his debut album, Revived, now available on all major streaming platforms. This compelling collection of songs delves into themes of spiritual warfare, redemption, and the transformative power of faith in Jesus Christ. Drawing from personal experiences with anxiety, depression, and a life-changing encounter with God’s grace, Mr. Weaverface’s music combines the raw energy of alternative rock with heartfelt lyrics that speak to the soul. Tracks like “Thorn in My Flesh” and “These Lungs” offer listeners an authentic glimpse into the artist’s journey from darkness to light. “This album is a reflection of my personal revival…
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LVRDR Releases Hope-Filled New Single
Christian Contemporary artist LVRDR (pronounced “La-Ver-Dee-Er”) has released his powerful new single, “See This Through”, available now on all major streaming platforms via NRT Music. Written, produced, and arranged by LVRDR himself (formerly known as Adam LaVerdiere), the song is a heartfelt anthem for anyone walking through uncertainty, reminding listeners of God’s unshakable promises and provision. “See This Through” is more than just a catchy, chill-pop track–it’s a bold declaration of faith in the middle of the unknown. Drawing from Jeremiah 2911 and other scriptural themes of trust, the single encourages believers to hold on even when the future feels unclear. With lines like “You said it, so I believe…
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Influence Music Wins The Chorus Award at 13th Annual We Love Christian Music Awards
On April 8, Influence Music won church worship album of the year at the 13th Annual We Love Christian Music Awards. “The Chorus Award” was given to the worship collective for their 2024 live album Day & Night. Click here to listen to Day & Night (Live at Influence Church) on your preferred music platform. Day & Night (Live at Influence Church) was an album born out of a remarkable season at Influence Church. At the awards show, Influence Music artist and creative director, Melody Noel, shared “We [Influence Music] love Jesus. We’re going after the presence. We’re doing the work of trying to write songs that are truly good…
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Lauren Daigle Announces Return to the Road in May
This past year was one of the most successful of Lauren Daigle’s career. She performed “America the Beautiful” (with Trombone Shorty) in front of the largest Super Bowl viewing audience in network and streaming history. She drew sold-out crowds for her debuts in Cape Town and Pretoria, South Africa and celebrated the biggest tour of her career, The Kaleidoscope Tour, (more than one million tickets sold), in support of her self-titled album. She marked her 6th #1 song, was nominated for two GRAMMY Awards and topped 6 billion total streams. On May 17th at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, she’ll begin a run of sixteen of her high-energy, critically hailed, hit-filled…
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Lacey Sturm and Brain Head Welch Release Official Music Video
Lacey Sturm has released a live performance video of her and Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch performing a mashup of Korn’s “Blind” and Flyleaf’s “I’m So Sick.” The performance also features Tommy Green of HolyName and Trevor Tyson of Heal The Hurt. Captured at her International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) Benefit Concert in Pittsburgh, PA on February 28, the video is now available to watch on her official YouTube channel. “My friend Brian Welch crashed our Pittsburgh IOCC benefit show last month by leading us in a ‘Blind/I’m So Sick’ mashup song,” Lacey says of the collaboration. “Both songs ring with the ache of honesty. This world is sick, and the…
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Daniel Doss Announces Upcoming Single
Worship artist and acclaimed songwriter Daniel Doss is set to release his latest single “Into the Light” on April 25, 2025, a vibrant new track rooted in the promises of freedom, confidence, and the unshakable hope found in Jesus. Co-written with Jonathan Turner and Jonathan Jackson, “Into the Light” is an upbeat, worship-driven declaration of trust in God’s plan–even when the enemy tries to cloud it with fear or lies. The song opens with bold truth “There is no darkness where Jesus is,” capturing the central message of the track–when we encounter Jesus, everything changes. This song is about walking out of fear and shame and fully into the confidence…
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Randall Goodgame’s Book Nominated for ECPA Christian Book Award
The Scripture Hymnal, a landmark volume of more than 100 word-for-word Bible passages set to original music–conceived and created by Randall Goodgame and published last year by Rabbit Room Press–is among the 2025 finalists in the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association’s (ECPA) prestigious Christian Book Award program, it was recently announced. Marking the first-ever ECPA Christian Book Award nomination for both Goodgame and Rabbit Room Press, the Scripture Hymnal is a finalist in the Ministry Resources category alongside Fighting Shadows by Jon Tyson and Jefferson Bethke (Thomas Nelson); Forming Faith by Matt Markins, Mike Handler and Sam Luce (Moody Publishers); How Not to Waste a Crisis by Tod Bolsinger (InterVarsity Press);…