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NRT Exclusive Video Highlights One of the Longest-Running Christian Music Festivals
Hills Alive started in 1985 in Rapid City, SD, and continues to be a premiere Christian music festival to this day. In 2024, the Sioux Falls, SD-based Lifelight Ministries came alongside Hills Alive to continue to further the vision. We took a minute to chat with Lifelight’s CEO, Josh Brewer, to see why it’s so important to not only keep the festival running but to keep it free. At its peak, Lifelight Festival saw 300,000 people stop in. Even though the numbers look different, they are still poised to reach 12-15% of the South Dakota population with the message of the gospel. No matter how many people make their way…
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Former Sanctus Real and Kutless Members Form New Band
Matt Hammitt (Sanctus Real), Nick de Partee (Kutless) and Jake Rye (Sanctus Real) have formed a new band together called LO CLOUD that plans to release music soon. According to their website, their music is inspired by bands such as Jimmy Eat World, The Killers, Weezer and Third Eye Blind. Check out their website and Instagram (@locloudmusic) for the latest updates on when they plan to release music. Sanctus Real is known for the songs “Confidence,” “My God is Still the Same” and “Unstoppable God.” Their latest album All Along was released April 2024. Kutless is known for the songs “What Faith Can Do,” “King of My Heart” and “Strong…
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How Do We Understand Suffering?
I didn’t know my friend and I were about to have this discussion; however, we’re known for having hard discussions. And, she’s going through a lot, and I am too. So, I suppose, her question made great sense. She asked me, “Kelly, what do you make of attacks and suffering? I’m not sure of my theology about them.” Are attacks and pain from God or the enemy? Are they something we wish away or gain victory over? Are these situations working for us or are they solely schemes set up against us? Do we have victory over them or do they win our heart over to God? Do we fight…
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Hope Sheree Releases New Single ‘Broken’ Which Aims to Uplift Christians Suffering from Illnesses
Norfolk, VA (July 26, 2024) National Gospel Recording Artist Hope Sheree is preparing to release her highly anticipated single, “Broken,” a heartfelt song designed to uplift and inspire Christians who are grappling with illness and disabilities. Scheduled for release on August 9th across all major music platforms, “Broken” offers a fresh and compassionate perspective on how society perceives and interacts with individuals facing health challenges, reinforcing a powerful message of resilience and hope in the face of adversity. The song “Broken” delves into the emotional and physical trials experienced by those who are unwell, conveying a profound message that even in moments of despair, individuals are blessed. Hope Sheree,…
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Tenth Avenue North Announces The ‘Invited Tour’ With Natalie Layne
Acclaimed platinum-selling artist Tenth Avenue North announces their return to touring with their highly anticipated “Invited Tour.” The tour, inspired by their new single “Invited” currently climbing the radio charts, will see the band share music from this exciting new season as well as their fan favorites. “After a four-year hiatus, we are back and better than ever,” shares founding member and frontman Mike Donehey. “With some new songs and some new players, we are ready to lose our voices with you. Come join us on the Invited Tour hitting stops nationwide this fall.” With over two decades of nearly two million albums sold, multiple Dove Awards, a Platinum and…
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NCS Collective Releases First Single Featuring Coby James, ‘Mighty God’
Nashville, TN NCS Collective, a new group in Christian Worship and Contemporary music, is thrilled to announce the release of their debut single, “Mighty God.’ “Mighty God” features artist Coby James, who joined the NCS Collective as a vocalist and songwriter, lending his formidable talents to help solidify the new NCS Collective sound and strengthen the roster’s debut. “The powerful new track highlights the worship ministry that many Coby James followers have yet to hear,” said John Chisum. “This is a new side of Coby that NCS Collective is honored to share with his fanbase and those who will discover him here for the first time.” NCS Collective is…
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UK Worship Leader & Songwriter Luke Wareham Releases New Single ‘God Of The Impossible’ Featuring Molly Skaggs
‘God of the Impossible’ is the new single from UK songwriter and worship leader Luke Wareham featuring Molly Skaggs (Cageless Birds) ahead of his new EP that is coming out later this year. The song focuses on how God does the impossible in our lives. Luke says, ‘I wrote ‘God of the impossible’ with my friend Matt Caddick which is based on when Jesus says in Matthew 19:26 ‘with man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible’. This has been my story of God working in my family’s life over the past year in situations which seemed hopeless and desperate. It has been a privilege to…
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Paige King Johnson | ‘Grandpa’s Little Girl’ (acoustic)
North Carolina rising country singer, Paige King Johnson, stopped by the CCM Cafe and performed her deeply personal new single, ‘Grandpa’s Little Girl.’ Get to know more about Paige King Johnson’s story: The post Paige King Johnson | ‘Grandpa’s Little Girl’ (acoustic) appeared first on CCM Magazine.
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Seph Schlueter | ‘Love Me Still’ (acoustic)
Worship artist and songwriter Seph Schlueter performed this special acoustic version of ‘Love Me Still‘ during his visit to the CCM Cafe earlier this year! The post Seph Schlueter | ‘Love Me Still’ (acoustic) appeared first on CCM Magazine.
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The Isaacs & Autumn Nelon Streetman Perform ‘Family Chain’ at The Nelons Memorial Service
Award-winning bluegrass Gospel group The Isaacs were joined on stage by Autumn Nelon Streetman for this emotional performance of ‘Family Chain‘ during the Celebration of Life Service for Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark and Nathan & Amber Nelon Kistler. Autumn Nelon Streetman also shared this heartfelt prayer during the Celebration of Life for her family, The Nelons, at the Celebration of Life ceremony on August 6, 2024. You can watch the entire Celebration of Life Service on the Roopville Road Baptist Church YouTube channel. The post The Isaacs & Autumn Nelon Streetman Perform ‘Family Chain’ at The Nelons Memorial Service appeared first on CCM Magazine.
