As Forrest Frank and Brandon Lake made history this week by landing on the Billboard Hot 100 — the first time in over a decade that Christian music has broken through in this way — it’s clear we’re living in a new era of faith-fueled pop culture. And there may be no better soundtrack for this moment than Forrest Frank’s Child of God II. If you missed Part 1 of our Child of God II review, stop what you’re doing and go read it here. In that one, I sat down with all three of my kids — Ryker (12), and twins Golda and Georgia (9) — to break down the…

Anberlin has announced that they have released their first science-fiction graphic novel titled “Godspeed” after their song with the same title. The novel is co-written by Anberlin bassist Deon Rexroat and is about the story of starliner passengers traveling into space and their search for survival and truth. Copies of the novel can be purchased here. Anberlin is known for the songs “The Feel Good Drag,” “Paperthin Hymn” and “The Unwinding Cable Car.” Nevertake, released in March 2025, is the band’s latest album–a rerecorded version of their 2005 release Never Take Friendship Personal, celebrating its 20th anniversary. Vocals were recorded by current touring lead singer Matty Mullins, who is also…

In 2025, the Christian music scene is seeing the long-awaited return of two beloved artists—Britt Nicole and Jamie Grace. These women have carved out unique places in the industry, combining vulnerability, artistry, and unshakeable faith. After seasons of growth and quiet, both are back with new music, exciting ventures, and bold steps into their next chapters. Britt Nicole: A Comeback Fueled by Faith Britt Nicole, whose infectious pop anthems like “Gold” and “The Lost Get Found” inspired a generation, is back—and this time, she’s bringing a deeper message and a worshipful heart. After several years away from the spotlight, Britt is making a bold return with her new single, “Faith”,…

My son’s finger was bleeding — badly. Heart-thumping, my mind tracked to the worst-case scenario. Oh great. He’ll need stitches now. How will I grab my stuff to leave this camping trip (with all the kids I’m supposed to be chaperoning) to get him to the hospital? My mind was living miles ahead of where I was presently seated. That’s what worry does to a mind. All the feelings of my insides demanded that I rush up to my son, tightly wrap my hands around his finger and compress it, maybe while internally freaking out a little… Instead, I sat on that dirty picnic table plank of wood with my…

As May unfolds, marking Mental Health Awareness Month, we’ve put together a chorus of Christian artists harmonizing their voices to shed light on the often-silent struggles of mental health. Through candid testimonies and soul-stirring music, these artists have not only shared their journeys but also offered solace and hope to countless fans navigating similar battles. Katy Nichole: Honest Conversations and Healing Katy Nichole’s ascent in the Christian music scene is as inspiring as her personal testimony. Diagnosed with congenital scoliosis, she endured multiple surgeries and the accompanying emotional toll. At her lowest, she contemplated ending her life. “I picked up that bottle of pills, and I took it to the…

If you think Tauren Wells wrote a book just because he’s a pastor now—think again. “A lot of people see like this pastor playbook where it’s like, all right, he’s going to become a pastor, plant a church or whatever… then here comes a book,” Tauren told me. “But that’s not this.” He’s quick to explain that Joy Bomb: Unleash Jesus’s Explosive Joy for an Extraordinary Life wasn’t birthed from a pulpit strategy—it’s a calling that traces all the way back to childhood. “I can go back to being a little boy and going shopping with my mom and taking my notebook, my spiral notebook and a pen and sitting under the…

“The Holy Spirit showed up and proved that the Lord can show up whenever and wherever.”— Elizabeth P., Facebook It’s not every day that worship breaks out in the middle of Walt Disney World—but last night, that’s exactly what happened. As rain fell on Epcot’s American Gardens Theatre, a massive crowd gathered—waiting, worshiping, and braving the weather for a chance to see Maverick City Music live. What normally draws a spike in casual park traffic turned into a full-on worship service… and no one wanted to leave. The band played some of their biggest worship anthems including “I Thank God,” “Jireh,” and “Miracles,” and the crowd responded in full voice—through the rain, thunder, and…

Nashville, Tenn. (May 9, 2025) — Curb Records trailblazer Blanca is poised to bring her fourth studio LP, Full Bloom, to life Oct. 17, 2025. Beginning today (5/9), her highly anticipated follow-up to 2022’s acclaimed The Heartbreak and the Healing is now available for fans to pre-add, pre-save or pre-order. Blanca exposes growth in vibrant color on Full Bloom. On the other side of heartbreak, the powerhouse vocalist discovers beauty across a variety of sonic shades as she seamlessly blends Latin, pop, reggae, worship, dance and hip-hop for a 17-track, multihued collection that bears the fruit of perseverance through pain. Moreover, her diverse array of collaborators — including Taylor Hill, Musiko,…

Following the impactful release of their single “Stay,” hard rockers XIII Minutes return with a powerful new rendition–this time letting the music speak for itself. The instrumental version of “Stay” is available now through NRT Music, offering fans a new way to experience the emotion and message behind the song that’s quickly becoming the band’s anthem. This stripped-back edition highlights XIII’s signature sound–blending aggressive riffs with haunting melodies–and sets the stage for a big summer. The acoustic version of “Stay” is also on the way, releasing June 2025, inviting listeners to dive even deeper into the heart of the track. But XIII Minutes isn’t stopping at the studio. The band…

Two-time GRAMMY-nominated, GMA Dove Award-winning and RIAA Gold®-selling Sanctus Real performed a full-length concert at Grafton Correctional Facility in Grafton, OH Oct. 1, 2024. Sharing an inspiring message of hope that was well-received by the hundreds of prison inmates that attended, the event sponsored by Send Musicians to Prison is available now in a special, four-song set that can be seen at https//youtu.be/iDHdIAksFkA. While additional songs from the event, as well as talking points and introductions, have been removed to respect privacy and anonymity, the full-length concert is provided to the incarcerated at no charge from the sponsor, whose content reaches more than 200,000 inmates every month. “It’s been a…