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The Yellow and Black Attack Goes Red and Green: Stryper’s First Christmas Album Arrives
It’s my 40th birthday, and I can’t think of a better gift than this: after four decades of melting faces and lifting hands, the legendary yellow and black attack are going red and green. Yes, Stryper, the pioneering faith-forward metal band that taught a generation of believers how to headbang for heaven, have finally released a full-length Christmas album. Michael Sweet actually let me in on this secret earlier this year, and I had one of those “how has this not happened before?” moments. One of the most important names in Christian rock history, Stryper has done it all! They’ve had chart hits, infiltrated MTV, had world tours, gold records, a…
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Ellie Holcomb: Adventure into the Far Country – Double Feature
There’s a warmth that follows Ellie Holcomb into any room, the kind that feels less like a spotlight and more like someone opening a window to let fresh air in. Whether she’s talking about the wild mercy of God, the ache of unanswered questions, or the unexpected beauty that blooms in seasons of loss, Ellie has a way of making it all feel deeply human and quietly holy. In this special CCM Magazine Double Feature, we sit with Ellie for two revealing conversations—one that captures her heart, humor, and hope in a full CCM Spotlight, and another that dives into the creation of her new album, Far Country, a record shaped…
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*All Creation Waits by Gayle Boss
Each day of Advent, beautifully illustrated poems about animals of the Northwoods remind children that All Creation Waits for our Lord. The post *All Creation Waits by Gayle Boss appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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The Gift of All Gifts by Melissa B. Kruger
The Gift of All Gifts is a picture book about anticipating Christmas and discovering which gift is the best–the Gift of all gifts? The post The Gift of All Gifts by Melissa B. Kruger appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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The Experiment by Rebecca Stead
In The Experiment, a 12-year-old boy struggles to discover his destiny as an alien on earth. The post The Experiment by Rebecca Stead appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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The Hit Whisperer: The Secret Sauce of Christian Radio Success
If you’ve ever wondered why some songs make their way to your radio and never leave – the answer might trace back to one man, sitting in an office with a phone pressed to his ear. He stares at his notes, and he probably still has a Rolodex (ask your parents) that has been built over nearly four decades. He’s been the man behind the curtain, the airplay broker, the quiet force turning Christian music anthems into chart-topping phenomena. From the reaction I receive when his name his mentioned, he is also everyone’s best friend. His name is Chris Hauser, and in Christian music circles, he’s not just a legend,…
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Centricity Music Signs Jaye King
Centricity Music, the No. 1 Billboard Top Christian Albums Imprint for three consecutive years, signs Bradenton, Florida (Tampa) native and current Nashville area-based artist and songwriter Jaye King to an exclusive, worldwide recording and publishing contract. King’s debut digital single from the label, “Hard Place,” is available now at streaming and digital outlets everywhere via https//jayeking.lnk.to/HardPlace. Raised by a single mom, King’s story is both messy and miraculous. Given his upbringing, one might assume that he’d be guarded, but instead, King is surprisingly an open book. His melodies are as big and bold as his personality, but his lyrics are as intimate as his prayers. “What really drew us to…
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Skillet Releases First-Ever Christmas Single
22x platinum rock band Skillet has released its first-ever Christmas recording, “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” accompanied by a powerful and moving music video, which was also featured in social collab with FOX & Friends. The release caps off a massive year that included packed shows across Europe last summer and a sold-out Central and South American tour in Mexico City, Lima, Buenos Aires and Santiago, which preceded the November 6 launch of The Awakening Tour with Jeremy Camp. Fans can tune in on YouTube on December 2 to join Skillet for A Rock Feed Christmas Special–an evening of music, conversation, and surprises. The event will feature a special live…
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Holly Brand and Warren Peay Release Duet
Integrity Music artists Holly Brand and Warren Peay celebrate the season with a beautiful new rendition of the beloved holiday classic, “Tennessee Christmas,” available now on all streaming platforms here. Penned initially and made famous by Amy Grant, this song captures the essence of the Christmas season, reminding listeners that the joy of the holiday isn’t about location or weather, but about being surrounded by love, family, and togetherness. The pair brings heartfelt authenticity and warmth to this new version of “Tennessee Christmas,” reminding listeners of the timeless classic originally released in 1983. The duet follows a season of exciting new milestones for both artists. Last month, rising star Holly…
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Kings Kaleidoscope Returns to Its Roots with New Album
Acclaimed Seattle-based collective Kings Kaleidoscope returns to its roots with Asaph’s Arrows II, a new seven-song hymn and worship project releasing today on BEC Recordings. The first single, a fresh reimagining of the timeless classic “Amazing Grace,” was released earlier this summer. Listen to the whole album here. The album marks the launch of Kings Kaleidoscope Hymns, a dedicated home for the band’s worship and hymn arrangements, and celebrates a full-circle creative moment for the group. “Before we ever dreamed of albums, touring, and becoming a real band, we cut our teeth arranging hymns for church,” Kings Kaleidoscope shared. “Now, a decade later, with six albums under our belt, these…
