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For fans of American Idol, there’s something uniquely special about watching your favorite contestants take the stage after the cameras stop rolling. Enter the Franklin Summer Bash—a one-of-a-kind live music experience that feels like a cross between a hometown concert, a faith-filled festival, and a Comic-Con for Idol superfans. Now in its third year, this grassroots event has quietly become a summer tradition for those who want more than just a TV finale. Set for Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin, TN (just outside Nashville), the evening showcases some of the most memorable voices from the latest season—including Thunderstorm Artis, Mattie Pruitt, Kolbi Jordan,…

Matt Crocker, the longstanding member and vocalist of Hillsong UNITED and Hillsong Worship, is set to release his solo music debut album titled interlude on June 27, for which pre-orders are now live. Produced by Michael Guy Chislett (Hillsong UNITED) and Aaron Hollinger (Hillsong Young & Free), the anticipated 11-track collection weaves Crocker’s love of worship and lyrics with his passion for alternative genres of music. Fans have already fueled excitement for Crocker’s new music by streaming his first three singles “hallelujah,” “love me as i am” and “JESUS” more than 1 million times combined since releasing the songs over the last two months. As one of the most celebrated…

Jonathan Nelson, the acclaimed songwriter behind some of the church’s most beloved anthems for more than 20 years, returns with a powerful new single, ‘When I Think (I Thank),’ just in time for your summer playlist.This song of gratitude is the product of a Pop Up Night of Worship that was recorded live in Baltimore ironically on the first day of Spring this year. Nelson’s new song, “When I Think (I Thank),” is a heartfelt tribute to his father, Bishop James D. Nelson Sr. For years, Bishop Nelson inspired his congregation with the phrase, “Think about it and thank about it!”–a saying that would instantly ignite praise and worship. One…

Over the last weekend, the Christian Festival Association (CFA), comprised of North America’s leading Christian music festivals, celebrated the start of the summer festival season as their member festival Resound Fest kicked off the first member festival of the year in Bethany, MO. “We as a CFA are excited to kick off this 2025 festival season,” said Christian Festival Association Executive Director Julie Ten Haken. “All of our member festivals happening this summer provide a great opportunity for families and friends to come together and experience community, belonging, and the love of Jesus. You don’t want to miss this. Make plans now to find a festival near you this summer!”…

Following the studio version and instrumental release of “Stay,” XIII Minutes continues their Summer of Stay campaign with a stripped-back acoustic take on the fan-favorite track, out today. Trading the band’s signature punch for raw vulnerability, the acoustic version of “Stay” reveals a different side of XIII Minutes–one that leans into reflective melodies and emotional resonance. The lyrics take center stage in this arrangement, inviting listeners to sit with the tension, healing, and hope that pulse beneath the surface of the song. “Our goal with each version of ‘Stay’ is to give people another reason to return to the message,” the band shares. “This acoustic version captures the heart behind…

Canadian worship collective HOMECOMING released their heartfelt new single “the cost (given for us)” today. Overflowing with deep gratitude and awe for Jesus’ sacrifice, the song powerfully declares how, though undeserving, believers are saved and washed clean by a mercy they could never earn. In the opening verse, the lyrics express this profound truth “You took my place, how can it be? By your grace I’m saved. I did not deserve Your mercy. Your blood washed me clean.” The song then brings listeners to their knees at the cross, overwhelmed by grace, declaring, “I am down on my knees at the cross. I cannot imagine the cost of Your love…

Nashville, Tenn. (June 13, 2025) Curb Records recording artist Steven Malcolm declares the only source of truth and hope on “One You,” out today (6/13). Featuring hip hop artist Parris Chariz, the smooth track spreads a message that resonates worldwide – real peace and identity can only be found in the One that never changes. Born out of a moment of deep reflection on the chaos of today’s world, where truth feels blurred by fake news, misleading social media, and the constant pressure to chase clout, “One You” stands as a bold declaration that there’s only one true God. Both personal testimony and cultural wake-up call, listeners are reminded that…