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Holly Brand Releases Debut Song
Rising artist Holly Brand officially steps onto the scene today with the release of her debut single, “One Thing He Wouldn’t Do,” available now on all streaming platforms. Accompanying the single is the official music video, also premiering today, offering a powerful visual complement to this heartfelt message of redemption and hope. “This song is for the person who believes they’ve gone too far for God’s love to reach them. I’ve known people who felt that way–and at times, I was one of them,” shares Holly Brand. “But the truth of the gospel is that Jesus saw every choice we’d ever make and still chose the cross, proving there’s no…
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Freedom Soup by Tami Charles
How do you celebrate New Year’s? Haitians celebrate by making freedom soup! The post Freedom Soup by Tami Charles appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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Ronnie Martin’s new book
Ronnie Martin has always been one of the most creative voices in the world of “Christian” art. Whether through the synth-driven sounds of his music or his pastoral and writing work, his projects carry a kind of eccentric beauty. His new book, In the Morning You Hear My Voice: 365 Poetic Prayers Reflecting the Nearness of God, continues that tradition. “It’s a book of poetic, reflective prayers. It’s a really, really long time in the making, but very satisfying project. I think people that enjoy my music will enjoy this,” Ronnie told me. He describes the book as a daily journey: “It’s a short prayer for every day of the year, but…
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Nashville Christian Songwriters Welcomes Clark Beckham to NCS Records
A genre leader in educational resources, training, and career mentorship for both burgeoning and established songwriters and artists, Nashville Christian Songwriters (NCS) announces the launch of its new label imprint, NCS Records, with the exclusive signing of American Idol Season 14 runner-up Clark Beckham. An acclaimed singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his impressive range and stylistic diversity, Beckham’s NCS Records debut single is slated for release later this fall. In addition to making NCS Records his label home, Beckham joins the organization’s staff as a coach and mentor. A seasoned voice and music theory instructor as well as a veteran worship leader, Beckham’s breadth of experience stands to further bolster…
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Cole Swindell Releases New Single
Cole Swindell’s new track “Make Heaven Crowded” is officially out now. Written by Cole alongside Greylan James, Joel Hutsell, Blake Pendergrass and produced by Greylan and Zach Abend, the song was written just over a week ago, inspired by Charlie Kirk and his wife Erika’s speech. The track took off on social media, going viral after Cole teased a portion of it, prompting the quick turnaround to release. “Being a new dad with a fresh perspective on the world, I was inspired by Erika’s [Kirk] speech,” Swindell said. “A phrase I had heard before, but I hadn’t heard it in a moment like that. It literally stopped me in my…
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Chris Tomlin Has Highest Streaming Week of His Career
GRAMMY-award winning artist Chris Tomlin had a record-breaking week with the release of his 18th album, The King Is Still The King, with the largest global streaming week of his 25+ year career (9/26/26-10/2/26). The King Is Still The King is Billboard’s No. 1 Top Christian/Gospel Album this week. “Never would I have dreamed after so many albums released that this would be my biggest streaming week yet,” said Chris. “This is incredibly special to me. All I’ve ever wanted to do is help give people a voice to worship God. It’s why I write songs and why I always pray that they connect with people and help them in…
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Robert Hawkins Releases New Single
Gospel artist and recovery advocate Robert Hawkins has released his next single, “Just For Today,” on all major digital platforms. The track leads into his upcoming October 24 EP, The Recovery Journey, which continues his mission of blending music and ministry to inspire those navigating addiction, trauma, and the healing process. “Just For Today” is a hopeful anthem rooted in the recovery journey. Inspired by the well-known Narcotics Anonymous devotional book of the same name, the song conveys a powerful message of daily surrender–letting go of yesterday, not fearing tomorrow, and choosing freedom one day at a time. Its heartfelt lyrics and memorable hook remind listeners that healing begins in…
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I’m Very Busy: A (Nearly Forgotten) Birthday Book by Oliver Jeffers
Friends would never forget your birthday, would they? Even if they were very busy? The post I’m Very Busy: A (Nearly Forgotten) Birthday Book by Oliver Jeffers appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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*Putin vs. Zelensky: The Russo-Ukrainian War by Ben Thompson
Putin vs. Zelensky focuses on biography to give readers a grasp of the fraught history between Russia and Ukraine, and how the current conflict developed. The post *Putin vs. Zelensky: The Russo-Ukrainian War by Ben Thompson appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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Red Carpet at the 56th Dove Awards
There’s nothing quite like Dove Awards night in Nashville. From the moment the lights hit the Bridgestone Arena, you could feel it—joy, community, and celebration filling the air. The 56th Annual Dove Awards brought together the biggest names in Christian music and entertainment for a night that truly pointed every spotlight back to Jesus. CCM Magazine was live on the red carpet catching up with artists, creators, and faith-filled storytellers whose music continues to move hearts around the world. Lecrae, Tauren Wells, Lauren Daigle, Colton Dixon, Natalie Grant, Patricia Heaton, Megan Woods, Hope Darst, Elevation Worship, Elevation Rhythm, and so many others stopped by to share their excitement, their gratitude,…




























