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Point of Grace Inducted Into South Carolina Entertainment and Music Hall of Fame
Christian music’s celebrated female vocal group, Point of Grace, was honored on Thursday, April 25th, with an induction into The South Carolina Entertainment and Music Hall of Fame. The prestigious evening showcased stunning performances and provided insights from various members of the esteemed Class of 2024. During their acceptance speech, Leigh Cappillino, a native South Carolinian and member of Point of Grace, shared heartfelt reflections on her musical journey, deeply influenced by her upbringing and education in the Palmetto State. “I’m thankful to my Mother and Aunt Billie Joe for teaching me how to sing harmony at a young age,” proclaimed the Belton, SC native. “And sharing the stage with…
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Tikae Maestro Releases New Gosspel Single ‘First Love’
Johannesburg, 02 May 2024 After the resounding success of his debut gospel EP ‘Tribe Rua, Vol. 1′, Tikae Maestro embarks on a heartfelt musical journey with the release of his latest single, ‘First Love‘. The captivating track serves as a poignant ode to his musical beginnings, marking a return to the instrument that ignited his passion for music – the piano. In ‘First Love’, Tikae Maestro channels the essence of nostalgia, revisiting the instrument that has always held a special place in his heart. The single is a soul-stirring testament to the profound connection between artist and instrument, capturing the essence of his earliest musical inspirations and aspirations. ‘First Love’…
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Jordan St. Cyr To Release Sophomore Album ‘My Foundation’ June 14
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 2, 2024) Manitoba native, 2023 Juno Award recipient in an Album of the Year category, and 16-time GMA Covenant Award winner Jordan St. Cyr launches his sophomore album My Foundation on June 14, Father’s Day weekend, with its title track releasing to DSPs on May 10, Mother’s Day weekend. My Foundation isn’t just the title of an album or a song though, it’s a revelation of St. Cyr’s way of life. “This album comes on the heels of a challenging season centered around my daughter Emery’s health,” says the 41-year-old husband to Heather and father of four: Aidan (13), Liam (11), Willa (9) and Emery (5). “As…
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Christian Artists Celebrate the Life of Mandisa
On April 18, the Christian music world was rocked by the news that contemporary Christian artist and gospel vocalist Mandisa had passed away. While the cause of death is still unknown, Brentwood Baptist Church held a celebration of life ceremony honoring her life and legacy. Mandisa’s father, John Hundley, spoke at the ceremony, and he presented a possible reason for the cause of her death. “Mandisa fell down in her bedroom,” said Hundley. “They found her on the floor.” Hundley explained that Mandisa was on the left side of the bed, and her phone was sitting on a nightstand on the right, so there wasn’t a way for her to…
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Nate Parrish Releases New Song
Nate Parrish is offering reassurance to those we may have lost with his new single “I’m Alright,” the latest release from his forthcoming third album. “I’m Alright” is available on all major streaming platforms now here. “‘I’m Alright’ is that song you wish you could sing to the person you wrote it for,” Nate Parrish explains. “It’s a letter to someone you lost letting them know you’re OK, that life has been hard but full of so many blessings. I wrote this song as if I was sitting in front of that person, filling them in on what’s been going on in my life since we last saw each other,…
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Resurrection Records Launches Ministry-Minded Rock and Rap Artists Into the Spotlight
New record label Resurrection Records is putting the focus back on ministry first with its carefully curated roster of rock and rap artists. As an artist himself, label founder Aaron Michaels knows firsthand how impactful ministry-minded music can be. “I have been inspired to start this label by listening to other artists’ testimonies,” he explains. “I know how they have reached me. I wanted to help get their testimonies out there so they can change other people’s lives and help turn the lost to Christ.” Michaels’ partners at Broadhead Music Group taught and encouraged him along the way as he nurtured his fledgling hope of starting a label of his…
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Unspoken Drops New Single
RIAA Certified Gold-selling Centricity Music band Unspoken released its first radio single of 2024, “What He Says About You,” which will be featured on the group’s fourth, full-length studio album set to release later this year. The single is available now at digital and streaming outlets globally here and follows three No. 1 Billboard radio songs, 11 Top 15 hits, over 350,000,000 on-demand streams, and more than 152,000,000 music video views racked up since Unspoken’s formation in 2014. Written by Unspoken’s Chad Mattson and Jon Lowry along with Ethan Hulse, Tyrus Morgan, Tedd T, Tony Wood, and Chris Stevens, “What He Says About You” was produced by Stevens (TobyMac, Carrie…
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UNSUNG HERO Album Coincides with the Film’s Theatrical Release
Multi-platinum and four-time GRAMMY Award-winning duo for KING COUNTRY (brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone) dropped their The Inspired By Soundtrack album for their family biopic film, UNSUNG HERO. The duo also released their new music video for “She Believes” (here), from the album that is available in conjunction with the film, which was released in theaters nationwide via LIONSGATE/for KING COUNTRY ENTERTAINMENT. The film stars Joel Smallbone; he also co-wrote the film, and it is his directorial debut. Click here to listen to The Inspired By Soundtrack. The Inspired By Soundtrack also includes recently released singles, “Place In This World” feat. Michael W. Smith, “Checking In” with Lee Brice, “To…
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CCM PREMIERE: Small Town Sunday Releases Music Video For ‘The Days He Can Believe’
Inspirational Country Trio, Small Town Sunday is premiering its new music video for ‘The Days He Can Believe‘ exclusively with CCM Magazine today. With poignant lyrics born from the depths of personal struggle, this anthem speaks to the universal challenges of life—grief, sickness, financial turmoil, addiction, and beyond. Through heartfelt melodies and raw emotion, the band invites listeners on a journey of resilience and redemption. As the video premieres, let it serve as a beacon of hope, reminding us that even amidst life’s darkest moments, belief can illuminate the path forward. “The Days He Can Believe” was crafted during one the darkest personal times of our lives. There are…
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CCM Newcomer Coquí Talks About His New Release ‘Today’
Hailing from Los Angeles, Samuel Jacob Lopez Jr., better known as COQUÍ, has become an innovative force in the music scene, blending nostalgic production with infectious melodies for a unique twist on modern rock. Influenced by the psychedelic sounds of the ’70s, ’90s boom-bap beats, skate-punk rebellion, and grounded in his deep Christian faith, COQUÍ’s music is a call to introspection and conviction. Today, we sit down with Samuel about his new signing with Los Angeles label DREAM Records and his new song “Today.” Congrats on signing to DREAM. Lance Brown was telling me how excited he is for your career and what’s to come. Can you tell me…