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As the nation recognizes Black Music Month, an annual celebration of Black Music and its creators, celebrated in June, there is one song that embodies the culture and heritage of African-American struggle and hope in America. That song, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” more commonly known as The Black National Anthem, is a mainstay during Black History Month and rallies and protests calling for an end to racial injustice. Brandon Camphor & OneWay (BC1Way), a dynamic young vocal quartet (made up of Brandon Camphor, Julia McMillan, Angela Jones, and Fred Cleveland), are insuring with their new rendition that “Lift Every Voice and Sing” is on every playlist for Black Music…

The new heavy worship band (or as they term themselves, Holy Drone⁣ Violent Worship), HolyName, has signed to Facedown Records. They have already released two singles, “Meet Me Somewhere Quiet” and “Fall On Your Knees.” Their third single, “Perpetua” was released in conjunction with the announcement of signing to the label. “We are excited to announce that we have joined the Facedown Records family. We are honored to be a part of this legacy.” HolyName shared. HolyName is led by a former Facedown Records alumni, Tommy Green of the band Sleeping Giant. Facedown Records is a fitting home for the new band. We are waiting for news about a full-length…

Solid State Records’ hardcore band, Earth Groans, is going on tour this September. They are touring with the metalcore band In Search Of Solace, signed to Sharptone Records. The tour is called The Back Again Tour and is hitting the midwest and eastern U.S. primarily. The tour will take place during September with 15 nights booked, including some festivals. Earth Groans has been with Solid State Records for a long time now and they have quickly become a fan favorite. Their chaotic, hardcore music is infused with biblical themes and messages while still bringing relatable and honest lyrics. This chaotic sound transfers to an energetic live performance that you won’t…

Worship leader and recording artist, Laura Hackett Park, has released a unique video project called The Secret Place. Filmed at the International House of Prayer’s Global Prayer Room, where Laura has served as a worship leader for several years, the 20-minute short film is a live devotional video featuring five of Laura’s original worship songs. Before each performance, Laura gives background commentary to contextualize how the song was written and it’s meaning. She sits down at a keyboard to play and sing to God in an empty room, creating the atmosphere of a “secret place,” personal conversation with God, with both her lyrics and the visuals from this project. More…

Recently on social media, Bri Babineaux shared that she and her husband Keelson Fontenot are expecting their first child due in November, a baby boy. “We are so overjoyed to be welcoming a baby boy,” Bri posted. “Everyone kept asking me what I wanted and my response was a healthy baby. What a legacy to share with you, Keelson. To have your last name carried. I love you both beyond me. I am one lucky mama!” You can share your congratulations with Bri and Keelson now on Facebook or Instagram![…]