By Andy Argyrakis

COUNTRY STAR’S FREE DOWNLOAD

Inspirational country star Collin Raye has just teamed with Operation Kids to offer a free download of his latest single, “She’s With Me,” to anyone who donates $5 or more to the outreach organization. The program seeks to defray the lofty costs of children facing major medical ordeals, which ties into the song’s message of support and unconditional love for his severely neurologically ill granddaughter. Fans hoping for more information on the music and the cause can check out operationkids.org/collinraye/.

INO INKS JONNY DIAZ

Singer/songwriter Jonny Diaz may have recorded three CDs on the independent circuit, but More Beautiful You (in stores May 5) is sure to expand his audience much wider than before. The project marks his first ever with INO Records and will feature production from Steve Wilson (Hawk Nelson, Josh Wilson). Diaz is currently on tour with Building 429, while simultaneously splitting his time performing at churches and conferences.

 

CREATION SCHEDULE SET

Entering its 31st year, Creation Northeast takes place June 24–27 at the Agape Farm in Mount Union, Penn., with Creation Northwest entering its 12th year at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, Wash., July 22–25. Both festivals include a stellar line-up of artists spanning all genres including Relient K, Casting Crowns, Third Day, Chris Tomlin, Skillet, Family Force 5, Hawk Nelson, David Crowder Band, Thousand Foot Krutch, Red and many more to be announced.

DUNCAN’S REDEMPTIVE ROAD

He may be best known as blue-eyed soul’s premiere Christian singer, but Bryan Duncan can now add CEO and Executive Director to his lengthy list of achievements. The titles come in relation to his “Radio Rehab” program that mixes music with commentary and has just been named a non-profit public charity.

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