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Concert Telling of The Nativity Coming to Texas in December
The Waco Hippodrome Theatre has announced He Rules the World, an exciting, family-friendly live-performance concert event for the entire family. From Executive Producer Kevin Sorbo, He Rules the World blends rock ‘n’ roll, narration, and animation to create an immersive, Broadway-caliber experience that tells the whole story of The Nativity in a fresh and meaningful way. He Rules the World is for the entire family and aims to be a perennial Christmas tradition that brings multiple generations together. Creators Peter and Jennifer Emerson are producing He Rules the World with all ages in mind and with inspiration from musical influences such as Stevie Wonder, Pink Floyd, and Styx. The Emersons…
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Lauren Daigle Announces Upcoming Album of Reimagined Songs
Two-time GRAMMY Award Winner and multi-platinum-selling performing artist Lauren Daigle will release a very special collection of reimagined songs entitled Sessions on August 16. Recorded live in front of a limited audience, the eight tracks highlight the beauty in the songcraft and purity of Daigle’s vocal prowess. Sessions will be available on numbered limited-edition vinyl variants in addition to digital platforms. Pre-order/pre-save is now available here. “I love that we’re able to share versions of these songs that people might not have heard before,” shares Daigle. “I think it’s what makes them special. I also thought it’d be cool to add something a little different, something we’ve never done before,…
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Gospel Music Association Announces Nominees for 55th Annual GMA Dove Awards
The Gospel Music Association has revealed the nominees for the 55th Annual GMA Dove Awards Brandon Lake takes the lead with sixteen nominations, including Artist of the Year. Jeff Pardo received eleven nominations, with Chris Brown, Chandler Moore, and Jonathan Smith each receiving ten. CeCe Winans and Naomi Raine lead the female nominees with five nominations each. Nominees were announced on SiriusXM The Message by GMA Dove Awards host Tauren Wells. The 55th Annual GMA Dove Awards, presented in partnership with the Cantinas Arts Foundation, will be held October 1, 2024, at the Allen Arena in Nashville, Tenessee, and will air exclusively on TBN and TBN+ Friday, and simulcast on…
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NEEDTOBREATHE Releases Visualizer for Radio Single
GRAMMY-nominated rock outfit NEEDTOBREATHE is sharing an intimate look at life on the road with the official visualizer for their radio single “When You Forgive Someone,” out now. The fan-favorite track was released last September on their ninth studio album CAVES, which was praised for exemplifying the band’s “prowess as captivating songwriters and arena mainstays” (American Songwriter.) The visualizer offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the CAVES World Tour with exclusive footage from shows at acclaimed venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre and special on-stage guest appearances from lead singer Bear Rinehart’s son. Experience the magic by watching the “When You Forgive Someone” official visualizer here. NEEDTOBREATHE will continue to bring their…
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Sean Rodriguez Bows Title-Track from Debut EP
Offering a lifeline of hope to anyone treading the treacherous waters of unexpected grief or hardship, Sean Rodriguez delivers the powerful new anthem “Jesus Will.” The latest in a string of inspired singles from the WieRok Entertainment recording artist, “Jesus Will” is now available on streaming platforms and is set to be the title track of Rodriguez’s forthcoming debut EP. Penned by Rodriguez, Ricky Vazquez, and Joshua David Cockerham–the latter of whom also produced the song–“Jesus Will” captures Rodriguez’s heart in the wake of his aunt’s sudden passing last year. “My first thought when I heard the news was, ‘That’s not fair,’ and I questioned why God allowed it to…
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Matthew West Performs ‘I Wanna Be With You’ During Hootie & The Blowfish Nashville Show
Christian singer Matthew West joined Hootie & The Blowfish on stage in Nashville and performed their hit song ‘I Only Wanna Be With You (7.27.24). The post Matthew West Performs ‘I Wanna Be With You’ During Hootie & The Blowfish Nashville Show appeared first on CCM Magazine.
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Beloved Gospel Family The Nelons Involved in Fatal Plane Crash
July 26, 2024 – Nashville, TN One of America’s most cherished Gospel music families, The Nelons, were involved in a tragic plane crash on Friday afternoon. The family was en route to join the Gaither Homecoming Cruise to Alaska when the accident occurred. The crash claimed the lives of Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, their daughter Amber and son-in-law Nathan Kistler, their assistant Melodi Hodges, and the pilot Larry Haynie and his wife Melissa. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is currently investigating the accident. Autumn Nelon Streetman, Jason and Kelly’s youngest daughter, and her husband, Jamie Streetman, were not on the plane and arrived safely in Seattle. They were…
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Sidewalk Prophets Extends Powerful Invitation With New Single ‘Come To Jesus’
Nashville, Tenn. (July 26, 2024) Curb Records’ Sidewalk Prophets extends a powerful invitation with new song “Come To Jesus,” out today (7/26) — listen HERE. The fresh original welcomes weary hearts into the embrace of a loving Father, affirming the truth that no one has to face life alone. Written by Sidewalk Prophets frontman Dave Frey, Ben McDonald and Mitch Wong, the poignant ballad crescendos into a massive bridge that encourages listeners to come as they are, knowing they’ll find freedom, peace and forgiveness in surrender. “Come To Jesus” offers a second glimpse into the beloved group’s forthcoming fifth studio album, following lead single “Hurt People (Love Will Heal…
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Big Daddy Weave Announces ‘The Let It Begin Tour’
Platinum-selling group Big Daddy Weave announces their Let It Begin Tour featuring Hannah Kerr and The Young Escape. The nationwide tour, sponsored by illumiNations 12 verse challenge, will feature the songs fans love to hear such as the RIAA Platinum-certified song “Redeemed,” “God Is In this Story” and their latest No. 1 song, “Heaven Changes Everything.” Big Daddy Weave’s newest single, “Let It Begin” is climbing the radio charts and inspired the tour’s name. Like the song, the tour promises to overflow with hope and testify to the current of freedom and transformation radiating from the true remedy — Jesus. The 18-city tour begins the day after Big Daddy Weave’s…
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Patrick Mayberry Takes Us Behind The Scenes Of His Grand Ole Opry Debut!
Centricity Music singer, songwriter and worship leader Patrick Mayberry takes us behind the scenes of his Grand Ole Opry debut on July 14, 2024! The post Patrick Mayberry Takes Us Behind The Scenes Of His Grand Ole Opry Debut! appeared first on CCM Magazine.