Nashville-based Christian Americana singer-songwriter Alex Mabey stopped by the CCM Cafe and gave us this performance of her song ‘These Wings’ + the personal story behind the track. The post Alex Mabey | ‘These Wings’ (acoustic + story behind) appeared first on CCM Magazine.

Virginia Beach, VA (March 25, 2023) Award-winning Christian music veteran singer, songwriter, and author Matthew West brought his My Story Your Glory Tour to a sold-out crowd at Spring Branch Community Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia on March 25th. The concert was split into two parts. The first featured fan favorites including “Hello My Name Is,” “My Jesus,” which he co-wrote with Anne Wilson and Jeff Pardo, as well as “Nobody,” which he co-wrote with Mark Hall and Bernie Hermes. The second set featured only songs from the new double album My Story Your Glory complete with a new stage configuration resembling a cozy family room with a blue couch…

Christian trio Consumed By Fire talks to us about their new EP, the radio success of their current single ‘First Things First,’ the new music that is set to release later this year + the perks and challenges of being in a band with your brothers. BONUS: Consumed By Fire performs ‘First Things First’ in the CCM Cafe The post Consumed By Fire Talks New ‘First Things First’ EP appeared first on CCM Magazine.

Anchor Hymns is all about gathering to honor and join in the lineage of great songs of truth handed down over time. After two initial EPs presenting groovy, folk-driven versions of Church classics, the collective introduces their first original piece, ‘Sing, Sing, Sing‘. The new song carries the soulful essence that sets Anchor Hymns apart in the worship sphere. Led by Sarah Kroger, Jasmine Mullen, Antoine Bradford, and Dwan Hill, it might come across as an “odd choice” – in the words of collective founder Andrew Osenga – because its nature is not a congregational song but one about the importance of the hymnal tradition. Osenga continues, “‘Sing, Sing, Sing’…

(Provo, UT–March 26, 2023) DAVID, an animated feature film about the biblical story of DAVID, Israel’s warrior champion and king, has officially become the largest audience funded film production of all time. The company behind DAVID, Slingshot USA, have raised $49.7 million across all investment rounds, out of its $60.9 million required project budget. The film is planned for a worldwide theatrical release in 2025. The Chosen previously held the record from its season one raise of $11 million. “The funding success of DAVID is a perfect example of Angel Studios’ approach in allowing the audience to support exactly what they want to see” says Executive Producer and Slingshot USA…

 During their 4th annual livestream, The Grizzly Awards announced the winners of this year’s awards, honoring faith-based rock and metal released in the 2022 calendar year. The evening’s livestream featured performances by Zahna and Nesdam, Nate Parrish, and Rusty Shipp, with additional appearances by Joey West from Disciple, John Schlitt of Petra, and Les Carlson of Bloodgood. Grizzlies team members Trevor “Talks” Tyson, Cindy “Mothership” Blankenship, Mary Nikkel and Joel Burris cohosted the event. “As we’ve continued to find sustainable ways to make this event happen through a few really turbulent years in the world, we’re always most moved by the way that the community rallies to celebrate with us,”…

NASHVILLE, Tenn Arriving ahead of the final dates of Winter Jam 2023, where he has taken the Pre-Jam stage by storm since January, WieRok recording artist Sean BE drops “Count It All Joy” today. Written by Sean BE, Jay Speight, Phoebe Scott and Doug Beiden—who also produced the track—“Count It All Joy” is rooted in James 1:2-4, reminding Believers that perseverance through hard times produces a mature faith. Channeling his high-octane live performances that keep Winter Jam audiences on their feet night after night, Sean BE’s “Count It All Joy” proves music can be a catalyst for life-changing conversations. With its infectious, funky groove, the song’s message was inspired by…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 24, 2023) Singer/songwriter and morning drive-time radio host Perry LaHaie releases his new single, “Crashed Into Grace,” today, Friday, March 24, 2023, from Frontiers USA, an international community of people dedicated to inviting Muslims worldwide to follow Jesus. The single is co-produced by Nashville veteran Stephen Leiweke (Jars of Clay, Chris Tomlin, Yancy, Point of Grace, Cindy Morgan, Chris Sligh) and emerging producer Jake DeJarnett. The song, a mix of acoustic rock and Americana that has been described as “Chris Renzema meets Zach Williams meets Drew Holcomb,” was inspired by a spiritually transformative experience LaHaie had growing up. “As a teenager, I was wounded deeply by shame…

24 March 2023 – Nashville, TN/Jacksonville, FL New music has arrived from Sound of the House, a worship ministry founded by Austin and Lindsey Adamec in their hometown of Jacksonville, Florida. Joined by their community, they are thrilled to share their new live recording, Sound of the House, Vol. 2, available now on all digital platforms. The project follows the first volume, Sound of the House, which was released in the fall of 2020. This second installment, encompassing twelve tracks, was birthed from their community gatherings and recorded live on the second floor of a Harley-Davidson warehouse in Jacksonville, where the ministry meets. “This second volume of songs is the…