“God Is On The Move,” the 2016 multi-week chart-topper from BEC Recordings pop/rock hitmakers 7eventh Time Down, was recently certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). With sales of the single exceeding 500,000 units, the career-defining hit remains one of the most popular songs in the band’s acclaimed discography. Penned by 7eventh Time Down members Cliff Williams and Mikey Howard along with Ian Eskelin and Tony Wood, “God Is On The Move” celebrates the mighty work of the Lord through the lives of His people. The Eskelin-produced anthem carries a timeless message that continues to connect with fans globally. “After more than 25 years in the music…

Best known as a Christian music powerhouse with five studio albums under her belt, Natasha Owens is taking a stand with her upcoming album, American Patriot. Produced for Radiate Music by GRAMMY-nominated and multiple Dove Award winner Ian Eskelin, the new album will be available everywhere on July 1. Owens exploded onto the Christian Music scene in 2016 and quickly found herself touring with Christian music’s most iconic artists, including Michael W. Smith and Jason Crabb. Her sophomore album, We Will Rise, was named “Inspirational Album of the Year” at the 2018 We Love Christian Music Awards, which led to a deal with Nashville-based Radiate Music and extensive media coverage,…

Recently on social media, Christian artists Colton Dixon and John Cooper of Skillet made the unexpected announcement that they will be featured on the PureFlix original show Live+Local. The new comedy sitcom will premiere on the video streaming service on July 7. “Excited to let you all know… I’m a TV star! Well, sort of,” Colton Dixon shared. “I’m a guest star, playing myself, on a new show about a fake Christian radio station. And yes, it’s as hysterical as it sounds!” Live+Local is centered on “a morning radio show team at the inspirational yet rapidly declining radio station KHUGG-FM. The staff is experiencing some transitions and power shifts at…

Actress and filmmaker Melissa Joan Hart and co-host Amanda Lee welcome television icon Kathie Lee Gifford in-studio for this week’s new episode of What Women Binge. The pop-culture podcast is available on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeart, as well as a video version on YouTube. On the new episode, the hosts talk about Kathie Lee’s new book, The Jesus I Know Honest Conversations and Diverse Opinions about Who He Is, and her new FOX Nation Show. “What a thrill to have a TV legend like Kathie Lee on our podcast where I get to reverse roles with her and be the one asking the questions,” says…

Curb Word Entertainment artist Dan Bremnes invites listeners Into The Wild with the official release of his new album, available now. Fans can stream or purchase the 10-track collection here. The Canadian-born singer’s brand new LP thrusts Bremnes into the unknown. On Into The Wild, the well-traveled father of two delivers a batch of original songs that invite listeners to leave fear behind and allow God to guide them. Produced by Mike Wise, Andrew Bergthold, Benjamin Backus, Mark Campbell, and Abe Parker, Bremnes’ second full-length project with Curb Word Entertainment grafts pieces of his global expeditions into a sonic landscape that’s both diverse and accessible. Full of gratitude for the…

Internationally known North Point Worship recently released a remixed version of “This Is My Song” from its first album of 2022, Our God Will See Us Through, on North Point Music and Centricity Music. Going for adds at radio and available at digital and streaming outlets globally, the resounding anthem is led by Heath Balltzglier and Capitol Christian Music Group artist Mac Powell, former frontman of four-time GRAMMY®-winning band Third Day. “My great grandparents, my grandparents on both sides, and my parents were all gospel singers. I was raised and saturated in old gospel music and hymns growing up,” shares Balltzglier. “At the beginning of the pandemic, so many of…

Do you have a thing you get really excited for? Coffee is my thing! I love a good latte. Add in some vanilla or caramel syrup and my heart is happy. Add whipped cream and my joy-levels go over the moon. About a week ago, my husband, two kids, and I drove down a long rock road, flying up a whole lot of dust on our car, to reach a café tucked back in the woods. I knew soon I’d have that first sip. But, when we got to the cash register, an issue popped up: we didn’t bring enough cash. After my kids’ treats, my husband’s coffee and my…

Last night, multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning artist/songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman was honored for his prolific musical career as a BMI Icon Award recipient at the 2022 BMI Christian Awards. This is the first Christian BMI Icon Award honoree as Chapman joins the elite list of songwriters including Barry Manilow, Brian Wilson, Carole King, Dolly Parton, Kris Kristofferson, Merle Haggard, Sting, and others who have left an influence on generations of music makers and the music industry. During the evening, country star and member of Lady A Hillary Scott and Christian country trio and labelmates CAIN paid musical tribute to Chapman. Scott brought her signature voice to “Who You Say We Are” and…

116 is on the move again. After a successful first leg of the We Are Unashamed Tour throughout the mid-west, south, and southeast regions in the spring, part II of the We Are Unashamed Tour is continuing onward to the west coast. Reach Records has announced 17 new cities, including San Diego, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Kansas City, and more. The tour, branded We Are Unashamed, references Romans 116, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes!” The verse developed from a mantra, and into a movement for Reach Records, its artists, and believers of the 116…

There’s a chance you’ve heard of Elijah Waters before. He has preached all over the US and in various parts of the world. He has led worship on national tours and has devoted himself to full-time ministry for more than 20 years. His voice has been on songs that have been on top charts. Now he is stepping into a new light and allowing God to lead him down the path of creating and releasing new and fresh music. With all that has gone on in the last two years, Waters knew the one place he could turn to during that tumultuous period was his time spent with God. “Honestly,…