Lacey Sturm has never been afraid to get loud about pain, hope, or the tension between the two. That tension was front and center in Pittsburgh on February 28, where she hosted a benefit concert for International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC). But the night hit a new level when Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch stepped onstage to lead a mashup of Korn’s “Blind” and Flyleaf’s “I’m So Sick.” The performance—which also features Tommy Green of HolyName and Trevor Tyson of Heal The Hurt—is now available to watch on Lacey’s official YouTube channel. “My friend Brian Welch crashed our Pittsburgh IOCC benefit show last month by leading us in a ‘Blind/I’m So…

“This is where the life is,” Forrest Frank said with a radiant smile, seated behind his keyboard on the small b-stage midway through an energetic, nonstop party at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Pausing briefly, he shared heartfelt reflections on his journey from mainstream music into the vibrant world of contemporary Christian music, encouraging young musicians to follow this path. “And there’s a whole wave coming.” If this night was any indication, that wave isn’t just approaching—it’s already here. Not a single seat was empty among the nearly 15,000 fans who packed the iconic arena on April 13th, affirming Forrest Frank’s place as a key figure in Christian music’s revival. For years, some voices…

NRT Music is thrilled to announce the signing of Christian hip-hop artist Blake Whiteley, bringing his inspiring and faith-driven music to a broader audience. Kicking off this exciting new partnership, Blake is releasing his powerful new single, “BIG KING,” out now. “BIG KING” is an uplifting anthem that speaks to God’s favor. It reminds listeners that faith and prayer bring real results. With energetic rhythms and dynamic lyricism, Blake delivers an inspiring message of divine blessing and purpose. Blake Whiteley, a rising force in Christian hip-hop, first made waves with his 2017 album Break Thru, which debuted at #4 on the iTunes hip-hop chart and gained significant traction in the…

Curb Records is excited to welcome Christian music artist Carly Ann Taylor to its artist repertoire. “I am beyond stoked to be starting my career with the amazing team at Curb Records, the result of a series of events that truly only God could have orchestrated,” shares Taylor. “My prayer is that God will use my music to reconcile hearts back to Him, help people realize safety and rest in the Lord through worship music, and guide others to praise wholeheartedly no matter the season of life they may be in.” As a life of dysfunction surrounded her, Taylor was introduced to music at a young age, clinging to it…

Integrity Music recording artist Sarah Kroger strips back handpicked selections from her acclaimed 2024 full-length album for A New Reality (Acoustic Sessions). The six-track recording is available today across all digital platforms listen here. Kroger intentionally chose specific offerings from her latest LP that organically shine in a congregational setting. This gives worship leaders a resource that allows these songs to be presented in the way they were originally crafted–with minimal production and raw, heartfelt praise. The multifaceted singer, songwriter, and worship leader will celebrate the EP’s release this evening with a special Lenten Worship Night alongside Matt Maher at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart on the campus of…

In what could actually be considered a historic moment Grammy-Award winner Chris Tomlin and renowned songwriter Ben Fielding have resurrected an extraordinary artifact—the oldest known Christian hymn. Discovered in the Egyptian sands of Oxyrhynchus in 1918, the artifact known as “P.Oxy 1786” is an astonishing 1,800-year-old hymn containing both ancient lyrics and original musical notations. These sacred words have now been reborn into an epic, powerful worship anthem titled “The First Hymn.” LYRICS:  “Let all be silent: The shining stars not sound forth, All rushing rivers stilled, As we sing our hymn To the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, As all Powers cry out in answer, ‘Amen, Amen.’ Might, praise,…

“I was just a part of a band.” That’s how Jonathan Mason, now Vice President of A&R and Publishing in the Christian division of Curb Entertainment, sums up the unlikely start of his journey into the music business. For someone now shaping the careers of artists like Big Daddy Weave, Meredith Andrews, Sidewalk Prophets, and newcomers like Lloyd Nicks, Matthews, and Carly Ann Taylor, it’s a reminder that calling often starts quietly. “We were together about ten years,” Jonathan says of that early worship band. “In that band, I became a manager, became a booking agent—kind of became all things music business—and had no idea that it was leading me…

The 13th annual We Love Christian Music Awards lit up Liberty Hall at The Factory in Franklin, TN, on April 8, 2025, with an unforgettable evening of celebration, worship, and high-energy performances. Honoring the best in Christian music across 22 categories, this year’s ceremony spotlighted industry veterans and emerging talent, showcasing the rich diversity and depth of Christian music. The evening kicked off with a star-studded red carpet event, covered by national and local media outlets that included Getty Images, CCM Magazine, Christian Television Network, and The Tania Joy Show. NewReleaseToday streamed live from the carpet, interviewing presenters, performers, and a host of attending artists, capturing all the excitement leading…

A few years ago, I found myself at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk entertainment district just as a late-afternoon thunderstorm came rolling through. We took refuge inside a packed Margaritaville. While I’m a parrot head to my core, I never imagined that would be the place I’d bump into one of my favorite guitar players from a pioneering Christian punk band. Paul “Q-Pek” Ciupek helped redefine Christian music in the 90’s, and here he was casually strumming an acoustic on Jimmy Buffet’s back porch. What an amazing day.  In the late 80’s, when skateboarding became a huge part of American youth culture, I too had a skateboard. What I lacked however was…