Uprise Festival, one of the premier Christian music festivals in the nation, has announced its 2026 festival lineup. The two-day event will feature more than 40 artists and speakers, with Brandon Lake, Skillet, TobyMac, CeCe Winans, Crowder, and more set to appear at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds on September 11-12, 2026. “There’s something special about the Uprise Family coming together,” said Uprise Festival Director Scott Brown. “It’s more than a music festival, it’s an experience.” “My favorite thing about Uprise has always been the fans,” John Cooper of Skillet recently added. “They’ve always been extremely energetic.” The festival will include music across multiple stages, along with a kids program, petting zoo,…

Award-winning worship leaders and songwriters Aodhán King and Benjamin William Hastings officially announce their collaborative project, Happy To Be Here, born out of a 10-day writing and recording session between the longtime friends. Today, they released the second song, “Saturday,” from the anticipated project. Listen to the new track and pre-save the album ahead of its May 29 release (Anotherland/Capitol CMG). “Saturday” lives in the in-between. It is the quiet, uncertain day between the cross and the resurrection. The song captures the tension of trusting God when nothing seems to be happening. It reflects the space between the worst thing that’s ever happened and the best yet to come, a…

The Kendrick Brothers return to where it all began with Flywheel Ignition of the Soul, the long-awaited sequel to their 2003 debut film Flywheel, continuing the story that launched their filmmaking journey. Known for high-grossing Christian films such as War Room (2015), Courageous (2011), and Fireproof (2008), the brothers now revisit the message and legacy that first put them on the map. Alex Kendrick, who founded Kendrick Brothers Productions with his brother Stephen in 2013, wrote on the Flywheel Facebook page that Flywheel was the story that “launched the Kendrick Brothers’ global film ministry” and that the new version reimagines and remakes the original movie. “We’ve waited a long time…

Rock band Ashes Remain has announced their upcoming “What I’ve Become” tour that kicks off this April in Nashville. The tour is named for their 2011 album, celebrating its 15-year anniversary. They are joined by special guest Stephen Stanley, the singer-songwriter behind “No Hopeless Soul.” What I’ve Become explores remembering mistakes, feeling desperation, and ultimately finding hope in Christ. The album’s second song, “On My Own,” which boasts over 180 million streams on Spotify, sums it up well with this line “My God, I need a hope I can’t deny/In the end, I’m realizing I was never meant to fight on my own.” What I’ve Become remains the band’s most…

“America Reads the Bible” launched April 19 and runs through Saturday, April 25, bringing together a wide range of voices that include musicians, public figures, pastors, and everyday believers for a singular goal: to read the entire Bible, out loud, together. Hosted in part at the Museum of the Bible and streamed nationwide, the event blends in-person participation with digital access. Viewers can tune in for free through the Pure Flix, making it easy to drop in at any point during the continuous reading. And with the event anchored in Washington, D.C., it naturally carries a unique mix of voices. Many of the participants come from the world of politics and…

Eleven-time GRAMMY Nominee and multi-platinum selling artist Tauren Wells debuts his powerful new single “Sunday Morning” featuring the incomparable Pastor Mike Jr. “Sunday Morning” captures the joy, unity, and purpose found in gathering together, blending Tauren Wells’ pop sensibility with Pastor Mike Jr.’s gospel-rooted energy. Listen to “Sunday Morning featuring Pastor Mike Jr.” here. “There’s something that happens on Sunday morning that I can’t fully explain,” shares Tauren. “Everyone comes together, the music starts, and suddenly it doesn’t matter what kind of week you had. All there is is that moment, that joy. Pastor Mike Jr. and I wanted to capture that feeling and I think we were successful in…

After nearly seven years since their last release, StompTown Revival makes a long-awaited return with their powerful new single “Keep Me,” available now through NRT Music. The release not only marks a bold reemergence for the duo, but also introduces a new chapter as they officially join the NRT Music roster–continuing the label’s mission to champion diverse, independent voices across the Christian music landscape. Written by Brandon Bee and Gabe Martinez and produced by Bee, “Keep Me” is a gritty, soul-stirring anthem born from an unexpected moment. What began as a throwaway soundcheck riff became the driving, blues-soaked backbone of a track that captures the tension between human struggle and…

Josh Grove releases his latest single, “New Life,” a powerful Christian pop/rock anthem that reflects on Christ’s sacrifice and the victory of His resurrection. Written by Josh Grove and produced by Eric Haley, the track blends raw, heartfelt lyricism with a soaring, anthemic sound, delivering a message rooted in redemption, grace, and transformation. Through vivid storytelling, “New Life” places listeners at the foot of the cross, acknowledging the weight of sin and the price Jesus willingly paid–His body broken, His blood shed, and His final breath given–so that the chains of sin and death could be shattered forever. The song builds from reflective verses into a driving chorus that celebrates…

V1 Worship, the dynamic musical collective born from the revival movement at V1 Church, has officially released their latest live single, “Sing Over Us.” The track is now available worldwide across all digital streaming platforms and retail outlets via DREAM Worship. Produced by Aaron Kraniak and Christopher Wrigley, “Sing Over Us” is a uplifting, mid-tempo worship song that features a powerful dual lead vocals and an atmospheric blend of shimmering electric guitars and driving percussion. The track builds into a grand, celebratory finale, anchored by a soulful back vocals that amplifies its themes of spiritual devotion and joy. Perfectly suited for congregational settings or personal reflection, “Sing Over Us” creates…