Nashville, TN (May 9, 2019)SoundExchange honored 19 year-old Christian music singer/songwriter Riley Clemmons as a 2018 Year End Top 20 Breakout Artist while in her hometown of Nashville this week. The distinction comes as Clemmons’ self-titled debut album tallies a notable and growing 35 million global career streams. Clemmons’ company on the list spans genres including names such as Mitchell Tenpenny, Bazzi, Kim Petras and more alongside past recipients Billie Eilish and Imagine Dragons. The plaque was presented in front of Clemmons’ family and team including Capitol Christian Music Group and Maximum Artist Management during the annual Music Biz Conference. “SoundExchange is proud to support all music creators by ensuring…

Independent artist Samuel Day is releasing a new single today titled “Time To Live” along with a brand new lyric video. “Time To Live” celebrates the God-given greatness all around us, challenging us to pursue it. The track is a fun, catchy anthem with a singable chorus that’s sure to be a staple on your summer playlists. Driven by layered vocals, piano, and guitar, the song was mixed by Doug Weier (credits include Newsboys United, Hollyn, Skillet, and Manafest) and mastered by The Foxboro. Available today at all digital outlets.[…]

Arguably one of the biggest Christian music events in the country, Creation Music Festival is celebrating its 41st year this summer and will be drawing thousands to Central Pennsylvania June 26-29 with performances from some of the biggest artists in Christian music including Skillet, Elevation Worship, Crowder, Hillsong Worship, Kari Jobe, Tenth Avenue North and Andy Mineo. This four-day outdoor event will curate the best in live music, national speakers, and entertainment for the entire family, so all can enjoy a positive and life-changing experience. The festival is set in the beautiful mountains of Central Pennsylvania at the Agape Farm in Mt. Union, about an hour from Harrisburg, State College,…

After wrapping her headlining tour this spring, GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Francesca Battistelli hasn’t stopped performing and appearing at various events. Last week she appeared at three major events, performing some of her biggest hits and sharing new songs from her latest release, Own It (Curb Word Entertainment). Battistelli kicked off last week performing at The Recording Academy Nashville Chapter’s 20th Annual Block Party. Held for the first time at War Memorial Auditorium, she performed in front of Grammy members and guests, sharing the stage with Trisha Yearwood, Gavin DeGraw, T-Pain, Jimmie Allen, and MAJOR. The next evening, she joined more than 50 other artists and speakers to celebrate Michael W.…

Legendary Gospel Music Hall of Famer and guitar virtuoso Phil Keaggy has joined forces with multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and producer Rex Paul for their transcendent new rock album, Illumination, which is slated to release to retail on May 31, 2019 from Strobie Records. The independently released project is already generating strong reviews from the media, including Robert Berman of Christian Musician Magazine, who calls Illumination “…a supremely catchy arena rock/pop album recalling the ’80s heyday of Survivor and Foreigner.” Bert Saraco, writing for The Phantom Tollbooth, says, “Illumination puts virtuosity in the context of relatable songs–songs that reflect the artists’ hearts as much as their technical chops in a progressive pop…

Preeminent messianic worship leader and Dove Award nominee, Paul Wilbur, who has sold over three million albums globally, released Roar From Zion through his newly formed partnership with Venture3Media (V3M) April 5. The 14-track album, and companion DVD, is a live worship experience recorded at The Pavilion in the heart of Jerusalem, Israel during the Feast of Tabernacles and the 70th anniversary of the rebirth of the State of Israel. Selling more than 20,000 CD/DVD copies in the first month following its release while hitting No. 3 on the iTunes Christian Gospel chart, the new project features Wilbur along with internationally known recording artist and Los Angeles-based TV Host Shae…

I woke this morning feeling down. Upon my first step out of bed, a headache hit me. And, because the kids had to get to school early, I had no morning moments to spend with God. I ran through the house finding uniforms and packing snacks, picking up plates and finding my keys. All the while, mini-assaults hit my mind. . . That person never got back to you; she abandoned you. . .You make mistakes Kelly; people see them. . .You should be ashamed at how you are acting in front of your family. . . I grunted some short words to my husband and headed out of the…

CCM Exclusive Video Premiere Steven Curtis Chapman — “More to This Life” Steven Curtis Chapman celebrates his life story with a new CD and DVD offering, A Great Adventure LIVE Solo Performances of Timeless Hits. The project was recorded at Gaither Studios in Indiana and hosted by Gospel Music Hall of Fame member Bill Gaither. This year marks the 30th anniversary of his mega-Christian music/radio hit song, “More to This Life.” What better way to celebrate this milestone with his fans than to offer them a sneak peak with this CCM Exclusive Video Premiere. Watch the new video for “More to This Life” here:  A Great Adventure LIVE Solo Performances…