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In a world where many of the name-brand Christian music festivals and tours have vanished, shrunk, or rebranded themselves into something barely recognizable, Winter Jam is still rolling along. And judging by the crowd at Bridgestone Arena this February, it’s not just alive, it’s thriving. More than 30 years after its launch by Newsong, the tour continues to stick to its famously simple model. No reserved seats. No pre-sale tickets. Just $15 at the door. Yes, in 2026, that is not a typo. It is a total breathe of fresh air to take the family to a top notch night out on the town without breaking the bank. The tradeoff…

Michael Sweet, the acclaimed singer-songwriter and frontman for the multi-platinum Christian rock band Stryper, has just released the new single “Lord” the second single from his upcoming solo album. His most personal and spiritually resonant solo album yet, The Master Plan is set for release on April 3, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. The album is now available for pre-order here. Watch the lyric video for “Lord” here. With its heartfelt lyrics and spiritual sincerity, The Master Plan is designed to inspire peace, faith and encouragement music that comforts the weary, uplifts the spirit, and celebrates the profound love at the center of Sweet’s faith journey. Co-produced by Sweet and…

NCS Records, in partnership with NRT Music, announces the studio version of Clark Beckham’s debut single, “Mystery,” available now on all streaming platforms. The release follows the Live version that has already received 56,000 streams in just a few months. Written from a place of awe and devotion, “Mystery” marvels at the God who set the galaxies in motion and yet draws near enough to “hear my heartbeat.” The song holds that beautiful tension–God’s infinite power and His personal love–declaring, “You’re the Beginning and the End And everything between.” Musically, it’s a bold, modern worship track upbeat, synth-driven, and built for congregational sing-along, while showcasing Clark’s expressive vocal and pop…

NCS Records, in partnership with NRT Music, released the sophomore worship album, Help & Deliverer, from the Ezra Worship Initiative on February 20, delivering a theologically rich and congregationally focused body of work shaped by Scripture, humility, and communal worship. Blending modern hymnody with accessible worship expressions, the album reflects the heart of a seminary-based initiative committed to raising up the next generation of worship leaders and songwriters for the church. Spanning songs released throughout 2025 alongside four brand-new tracks placed at the top of the album, the project gathers voices from across the Ezra Worship community, featuring collaborations with Taylor Jones, Grant Keith, Molly MacCaughelty, Anne Elise Sherrod, Lauren…

Today, Jay Davids releases his deeply moving new single, “Remember the Tennessee Waltz,” a song rooted in memory, faith, and the quiet power of family tradition. Written, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered by Davids himself, the track stands as a heartfelt tribute to his late father and the legacy he left behind–one shaped not just by music, but by belief, love, and presence. “Remember the Tennessee Waltz” draws listeners into evenings around the family table where guitars were passed hand to hand, harmonies filled the room, and laughter blended seamlessly with bluegrass and worship. Through vivid storytelling and warm instrumentation, the song captures moments that feel ordinary at the time…