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The Yellow and Black Attack Goes Red and Green: Stryper’s First Christmas Album Arrives
It’s my 40th birthday, and I can’t think of a better gift than this: after four decades of melting faces and lifting hands, the legendary yellow and black attack are going red and green. Yes, Stryper, the pioneering faith-forward metal band that taught a generation of believers how to headbang for heaven, have finally released a full-length Christmas album. Michael Sweet actually let me in on this secret earlier this year, and I had one of those “how has this not happened before?” moments. One of the most important names in Christian rock history, Stryper has done it all! They’ve had chart hits, infiltrated MTV, had world tours, gold records, a…
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Ellie Holcomb: Adventure into the Far Country – Double Feature
There’s a warmth that follows Ellie Holcomb into any room, the kind that feels less like a spotlight and more like someone opening a window to let fresh air in. Whether she’s talking about the wild mercy of God, the ache of unanswered questions, or the unexpected beauty that blooms in seasons of loss, Ellie has a way of making it all feel deeply human and quietly holy. In this special CCM Magazine Double Feature, we sit with Ellie for two revealing conversations—one that captures her heart, humor, and hope in a full CCM Spotlight, and another that dives into the creation of her new album, Far Country, a record shaped…
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The Hit Whisperer: The Secret Sauce of Christian Radio Success
If you’ve ever wondered why some songs make their way to your radio and never leave – the answer might trace back to one man, sitting in an office with a phone pressed to his ear. He stares at his notes, and he probably still has a Rolodex (ask your parents) that has been built over nearly four decades. He’s been the man behind the curtain, the airplay broker, the quiet force turning Christian music anthems into chart-topping phenomena. From the reaction I receive when his name his mentioned, he is also everyone’s best friend. His name is Chris Hauser, and in Christian music circles, he’s not just a legend,…
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Centricity Music Signs Jaye King
Centricity Music, the No. 1 Billboard Top Christian Albums Imprint for three consecutive years, signs Bradenton, Florida (Tampa) native and current Nashville area-based artist and songwriter Jaye King to an exclusive, worldwide recording and publishing contract. King’s debut digital single from the label, “Hard Place,” is available now at streaming and digital outlets everywhere via https//jayeking.lnk.to/HardPlace. Raised by a single mom, King’s story is both messy and miraculous. Given his upbringing, one might assume that he’d be guarded, but instead, King is surprisingly an open book. His melodies are as big and bold as his personality, but his lyrics are as intimate as his prayers. “What really drew us to…
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Skillet Releases First-Ever Christmas Single
22x platinum rock band Skillet has released its first-ever Christmas recording, “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” accompanied by a powerful and moving music video, which was also featured in social collab with FOX & Friends. The release caps off a massive year that included packed shows across Europe last summer and a sold-out Central and South American tour in Mexico City, Lima, Buenos Aires and Santiago, which preceded the November 6 launch of The Awakening Tour with Jeremy Camp. Fans can tune in on YouTube on December 2 to join Skillet for A Rock Feed Christmas Special–an evening of music, conversation, and surprises. The event will feature a special live…
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Holly Brand and Warren Peay Release Duet
Integrity Music artists Holly Brand and Warren Peay celebrate the season with a beautiful new rendition of the beloved holiday classic, “Tennessee Christmas,” available now on all streaming platforms here. Penned initially and made famous by Amy Grant, this song captures the essence of the Christmas season, reminding listeners that the joy of the holiday isn’t about location or weather, but about being surrounded by love, family, and togetherness. The pair brings heartfelt authenticity and warmth to this new version of “Tennessee Christmas,” reminding listeners of the timeless classic originally released in 1983. The duet follows a season of exciting new milestones for both artists. Last month, rising star Holly…
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Kings Kaleidoscope Returns to Its Roots with New Album
Acclaimed Seattle-based collective Kings Kaleidoscope returns to its roots with Asaph’s Arrows II, a new seven-song hymn and worship project releasing today on BEC Recordings. The first single, a fresh reimagining of the timeless classic “Amazing Grace,” was released earlier this summer. Listen to the whole album here. The album marks the launch of Kings Kaleidoscope Hymns, a dedicated home for the band’s worship and hymn arrangements, and celebrates a full-circle creative moment for the group. “Before we ever dreamed of albums, touring, and becoming a real band, we cut our teeth arranging hymns for church,” Kings Kaleidoscope shared. “Now, a decade later, with six albums under our belt, these…
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Sidewalk Prophets Announces Spring 2026 Tour
Curb Records band Sidewalk Prophets is excited to announce their An Acoustic Evening with Sidewalk Prophets Tour, kicking off on February 4, 2026. Tickets are available beginning November 28, 2025, here. Starting 2026 off right, Sidewalk Prophets will hit over 30 cities on the An Acoustic Evening with Sidewalk Prophets Tour. Longing to be connected with others for a greater purpose, this tour celebrates the idea that Sidewalk Prophets’ music has consistently been a driving force in fostering a special relationship with fans across the world. Cutting right to the core of their overall mission, this tour will offer an intimate invitation that leaves fans feeling less like they are…
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Tis the Season for Tribute Albums: Honoring the Gaithers & Steven Curtis Chapman
Every year as we get closer to the holidays, Christian music leans into nostalgia — the songs that raised us, the voices that shaped us, and the writers whose melodies have become part of our spiritual DNA. But this year, something special is happening. It isn’t just Christmas albums dropping left and right, it feels like it’s tribute season, a full-blown celebration of the giants who defined the soundtrack of modern faith. Two major releases land this Friday, November 21, and both pay homage to pillars of Christian music: Bill & Gloria Gaither and Steven Curtis Chapman. Add in Phil Wickham bringing a new spark to “Awesome God” and Tori Harper delivering a stunning…
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Seventh Day Slumber Announces New Worship Album
Seventh Day Slumber has announced that their upcoming full-length worship album Thy Kingdom Come will be released early in 2026. The first single, a cover of Lauren Daigle’s “You Say” will be released December 5. Seventh Day Slumber released their first worship album Take Everything in 2009 featuring covers of well-known worship songs such as “I Can Only Imagine” and “How Great is Our God.” Their most recent worship album, Unseen The Lion and the Lamb (Deluxe Edition) was release in 2021.[…]
