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Tasha Layton Debuts MEET ME IN THE VALLEY
We’re sitting inside the Museum of Christian & Gospel Music, the kind of place that makes you feel every era of Christian music all at once, and I’m already a little nostalgic. “When I walk through here, it’s so nostalgic… it’ll put you in your feels,” I said, probably oversharing like I always do. But that’s kind of the point. As much as the nostalgia surrounds me, I had the opportunity to chat with one of Christian music’s brightest voices, Tasha Layton. Our conversation today centered around a premiere screening of her new 30-minute documentary, which captures the creation of her latest song, both titled Meet Me In The Valley. “I think…
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Zach Williams’ devotional drops May 19
Christian music artist Zach Williams’s story will be part of a new 30-day devotional, titled God’s Heart for the Prodigal, to be released May 19. Zach’s parents, Steve and Jenia Williams, wrote the book, which is available for pre-order. The 240-page devotional book focuses on mercy, redemption, and unfailing love. Steve said on Zach’s Facebook page that when Zach was dedicated at their church, the pastor said that “this child will be a voice for this generation, but it took 33 years for that word to come to pass. I just want people to know that it doesn’t always happen overnight; it takes time. If you look back at Abraham,…
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Amy Grant: Cover Story (May 2026)
Amy Grant Is Still Telling the Real Story There’s a palpable vibe shift in the room. Sure, the CCM Magazine team might carry a little nervous energy in the days leading up to a Cover Story, but typically things speed up once the artist arrives. This time, everything slowed down. Conversations softened. People leaned in without realizing it. No one rushed. No one needed to. The focus quietly rearranged itself as Amy Grant stepped into our studio. The most striking thing, as she sits just a few feet across from me, is how completely unassuming she is in the middle of it all. She doesn’t seem to carry the weight…
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Amy Grant Reflects on Faith, Music & Legacy in Record-Setting Cover Story
CCM Magazine is pleased to announce that global music icon Amy Grant will grace the cover of its May 2026 issue, marking a historic milestone in Contemporary Christian Music. With this latest appearance, Grant officially sets the record for the most cover stories in CCM Magazine history. The May edition of Cover Story, by co-editor Logan Sekulow, captures a one-on-one conversation with Grant as she promotes her first new album in over a decade, The Me That Remains, arriving May 8, 2026. Expanding beyond a traditional print feature, the story also lives as a visual episode, bringing the conversation, performances, and artistry to life on screen. The record marks a…
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Johnny B and Fresh Wine Music Release New Worship Single
Fresh Wine Records COO and rising CCM worship artist Johnny B releases his powerful new single, “The Reason I’m Free,” a bold declaration of the freedom found in Christ and a reflection of his heart for authentic, Spirit-led worship. In partnership with Fresh Wine Music, Johnny B continues his mission to lead a generation into authentic encounters with Jesus through passionate, spirit-filled worship. “The Reason I’m Free” captures the heart of the gospel, celebrating the freedom found in Christ through a dynamic blend of modern worship and sincere, faith-driven lyricism. “‘The Reason I’m Free’ is a reminder that our freedom isn’t something we’ve earned. It’s something that is found completely…
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NRT Music Artists Continue Chart Momentum Across Multiple Formats
NRT Music is celebrating another strong week of chart performance, with multiple artists making notable moves across Christian Music Weekly’s national radio charts dated April 29, 2026. Leading the way in the Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR) format, Collington’s “Waiting For Daylight (Arret)” surged to No. 17, climbing six spots and earning a position on the chart’s Power Surge list with a +13 gain in spins. This upward momentum, alongside established artists like Jeremy Camp, We Are Messengers, NF, for KING & COUNTRY, and more, signals continued growth for the track as it gains traction with radio programmers nationwide. Also in CHR, Samuel Day’s “Through The Night” remains steady at No.…
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Scott Riggan Releases A Raw Song About Broken Trust Within the Church
Scott Riggan unveils his most vulnerable and unflinching song to date with the release of “Song of the Wolf,” the next single from his upcoming full-length album Shepherds and Wolves, arriving August 28. Written from deeply personal experience, the track confronts the painful reality that some of the deepest wounds in the church come not from outside forces, but from those entrusted with spiritual leadership. Drawing from the biblical warning in Acts 20 about “wolves” who infiltrate the flock, Riggan wrestles with heartbreak, anger, and disillusionment when sin and abuse are hidden to protect reputations rather than brought into the light. With stark imagery and poetic intensity–highlighted by the haunting…
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HOMECOMING Releases An Alt-Worship Anthem
Canadian collective HOMECOMING returns with their latest single, “i miss u
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Leanna Crawford Debuts New Single
Provident Entertainment’s Leanna Crawford returns with highly anticipated new music today, unveiling her latest single, “Thank God,” available everywhere now. The track serves as the title track from her forthcoming sophomore album, Thank God, arriving July 24, 2026. Pre-save & Pre-order the new album here. Following the success of her critically acclaimed debut album Still Waters, which earned her a K-LOVE Fan Award for Breakout Single of the Year (“Still Waters (Psalm 23)”) and being named as New Artist of the Year at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards, Crawford continues to resonate with a growing global audience drawn to her signature blend of faith-driven lyricism, emotional honesty, and pop…
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RAYE Didn’t Make a “Faith Album.” She Made a Survival Record
When RAYE released This Music May Contain Hope on March 27, 2026, she didn’t frame it as a spiritual reinvention. In early interviews, she described it more personally, calling it “music as medicine.” That framing matters. Because while this isn’t positioned within the Christian music space, something unmistakable runs through its 17 tracks: a growing, unguarded openness to faith. To understand that you have to start with what shaped the album. This is a deeply autobiographical project, built from heartbreak, creative frustration, and personal upheaval. Across more than 70 minutes, RAYE traces a journey critics have described as cinematic in scope, moving from isolation toward something resembling healing. The record unfolds…
