Last night, multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning artist/songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman was honored for his prolific musical career as a BMI Icon Award recipient at the 2022 BMI Christian Awards. This is the first Christian BMI Icon Award honoree as Chapman joins the elite list of songwriters including Barry Manilow, Brian Wilson, Carole King, Dolly Parton, Kris Kristofferson, Merle Haggard, Sting, and others who have left an influence on generations of music makers and the music industry. During the evening, country star and member of Lady A Hillary Scott and Christian country trio and labelmates CAIN paid musical tribute to Chapman. Scott brought her signature voice to “Who You Say We Are” and…

116 is on the move again. After a successful first leg of the We Are Unashamed Tour throughout the mid-west, south, and southeast regions in the spring, part II of the We Are Unashamed Tour is continuing onward to the west coast. Reach Records has announced 17 new cities, including San Diego, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Kansas City, and more. The tour, branded We Are Unashamed, references Romans 116, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes!” The verse developed from a mantra, and into a movement for Reach Records, its artists, and believers of the 116…

There’s a chance you’ve heard of Elijah Waters before. He has preached all over the US and in various parts of the world. He has led worship on national tours and has devoted himself to full-time ministry for more than 20 years. His voice has been on songs that have been on top charts. Now he is stepping into a new light and allowing God to lead him down the path of creating and releasing new and fresh music. With all that has gone on in the last two years, Waters knew the one place he could turn to during that tumultuous period was his time spent with God. “Honestly,…

Recently on social media, TobyMac announced that he’ll be hitting the road this fall with Terrian for The Theatre Tour. The tour will kick off in Macon, Georgia, on September 22 and wrap up in Richmond, Virginia, on October 9. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, June 17. “Can’t wait to get out to some theaters and do an intimate show where I get to share some of the songs off the new record that comes out August 19… LIFE AFTER DEATH,” TobyMac posted on Instagram. “Not to worry, we’ll play the hits too.” A list of tour dates is below. For more information and tickets, click here. September…

Recently on social media, Elevation Worship announced they’ll be going out on the Elevation Worship Summer Tour. The tour will take place this August and feature chart-topping worship leaders Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes. The tour follows Elevation Worship’s successful spring arena tour to promote their new album, Lion. The album has already become a fan favorite with hit songs “Same God,” “What I See,” and the title track impacting millions across digital music platforms alone. For more information and tickets, click here. A list of tour dates is below. August 5 Grand Prairie, TX August 6 San Antonio, TX August 8 Omaha, NE August 9 Sioux Falls, SD August…

MAJOR. returns to his roots with his Urban Inspirational single debut, a reimagined version of the classic “Whole World In His Hands.” The new single is available now wherever music is sold. There is a meaning behind his birth name MAJOR., but even more purpose behind his music. The multi-faceted singer delivers a soulful-pop sound to the new age. MAJOR.’s distinct voice and presence give birth to an aura that he exudes from the inside out. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, he has a message of hope and inspiration to aspiring young artists. As both Stevie Wonder & Patti LaBelle projected, lovers from everywhere have commissioned MAJOR.’s debut…

Continuing its mission to offer audiences a variety of compelling new ways to connect with today’s top Christian artists, K-LOVE On-Demand–the powerhouse radio network’s free video streaming service–presents the highly anticipated new series Empty Stage with Andrew Greer. The debut episode, featuring an exclusive glimpse into the life of singer/songwriter and #1 hitmaker Tasha Layton, is now available. Layton, whose hope-filled hits “Into the Sea (It’s Gonna Be OK)” and “Look What You’ve Done” have made her one of the fastest rising stars in Christian music this decade, sat down with Greer to discuss a range of topics, including the restoration of her faith following a season of doubt, her…

TobyMac recently announced that his highly anticipated album, LIFE AFTER DEATH will be released on August 19. The album marks the seven-time GRAMMY® winner’s first full-length project since 2018’s THE ELEMENTS. “The Goodness (feat. Blessing Offor),” is available through all DSPs today with an album pre-order and will impact Christian radio on June 10. “I have experienced the goodness of God my whole life. There is LIFE AFTER DEATH,” Toby shares. “This record chronicles the journey I have been on over the last 2 years, and somehow through it all, I have experienced the goodness of God.” LIFE AFTER DEATH features 15 tracks, including previously released songs “21 Years,” and…

Pop singer/songwriter and recording artist Sean BE stands poised to enter a fresh season of music and ministry with the autobiographical new track “Step Into My Story,” available now from WieRok Entertainment/Syntax Creative. The hope-fueled anthem–penned by Sean BE and multi-Dove Award-winning hit songwriter Tony Wood–chronicles the artist’s own journey of surrender, offering encouragement for all who struggle. “‘Step Into My Story’ is a prayer against pride,” Sean BE shares. “Pride can lead us to believe we can make it on our own; it will make us keep trying until we’ve made a huge mess and end up in places we never wanted to be. This song is my prayer…