Phil Wickham’s ‘House Of The Lord’ Is RIAA certified Gold John Bowen September 15, 2023 Worship songwriter Phil Wickham was recently presented with a plaque for his RIAA certified Gold single "House Of The Lord."
Brandon Lake Releases Title Track From Upcoming Album ‘Coat Of Many Colors’ CCM News September 11, 2023 Five-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Brandon Lake has released “COAT OF MANY COLORS,” the title track from his upcoming third studio solo album set for release on October 20. Penned by Lake with Jonathan Smith, Steven Furtick, Jacob Boyles, Andrew Cherry and Leeland Mooring, the new song teases the many “colors” of worship and styles showcased on the full record.
Attaboy Releases “Makin’ Moves” + Announces Fall Tour CCM News September 1, 2023 Leading school assemblies followed by evening, full-production concerts coast-to-coast, Indiana-based pop/rock band Attaboy releases today (Sept. 1) its first new single in four years, “Makin’ Moves,” from Radiate Music. Available now at digital and streaming outlets globally, the infectious pop track will also land on dance floors, fitness centers and workout playlists along with venues across the country as the band hits multiple states on tour this fall.
Tasha Layton Releases New Single + Lyric Video ‘Lay It Down’ CCM News September 1, 2023 BEC chart-topper Tasha Layton returns today with the deeply personal “Lay It Down,” a soul-saturated pop ballad echoing the promise of Jesus: "For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:30). Celebrating freedom from fear, worry and strife, "Lay It Down" was written by Layton, Jess Cates and Kalley Heiligenthal, along with GRAMMY® and Dove Award-winner Keith Everette Smith, who also produced the track.
Comedian John Crist Readies Fall Leg Of Nationwide Tour CCM News August 22, 2023 One of the nation’s fast-rising comedians, John Crist, has sold out venues across the nation on his ‘Emotional Support Tour’ since February, and now, he’s gearing up for the fall/winter leg of the extensive trek. Kicking off on Thurs., Sept. 14 in Oklahoma City, OK, the latest leg of his massive tour features 30+ dates with stops in major cities including Atlanta, Phoenix, back-to-back dates in Austin and more.
Maverick City Music Announces Fall Tour + 6-Track EP ‘The Maverick Way’ CCM News August 21, 2023 Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning music collective Maverick City Music announces the ‘The Maverick Way’ EP, due Friday, September 15 via TRIBL Records. Featuring collaborations with Noah Schnacky, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Bobbi Storm and Wande.
Katy Nichole’s ‘Hold On’ Becomes Third No. 1 Radio Hit From Her Debut Album, ‘Jesus Changed My Life’ CCM News August 21, 2023 Centricity Music’s singer/songwriter, Billboard Chartbreaker Katy Nichole continues to release songs filled with the unabashed honesty and impeccable artistry that have made the 23-year-old one of Christian music’s fastest-rising talents. Her current, third radio single from her 2023 GMA Dove Award-nominated Jesus Changed My Life debut album, “Hold On,” tops the MediaBase Christian AC Activator Chart this week.
NEEDTOBREATHE Releases New Single ‘Hideaway’ CCM News August 10, 2023 “Chase down the silver lining, we’re gonna find a way,” lead singer Bear Rinehart of multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE recites on their newest single, “Hideaway,” released today. Co-written by Rinehart and notable Nashville songwriters Trent Dabbs and John-Luke Carter, “Hideaway” is a catchy, uplifting track that will resonate with listeners that have ever felt tired, beaten down or alone.
Nominees Announced For 54th GMA Dove Awards CCM News August 8, 2023 The Gospel Music Association is pleased to announce nominees for the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Top male nominees include Brandon Lake with eleven (11) nominations, songwriter Jeff Pardo with eight (8) nominations, and Jason Ingram and Kirk Franklin receiving six (6) nominations each. Top female nominees include Katy Nichole, who picked up four (4) nominations with Lauren Daigle, Naomi Raine, and Tasha Cobbs Leonard each receiving three (3) nominations.
Casting Crowns Celebrates 20 Years With Milestone Project; Two Songs Available CCM News August 4, 2023 GRAMMY-winning, multi-Platinum-selling group Casting Crowns will celebrate the band's 20th Anniversary this fall. In anticipation of the album, Lifesongs: A Celebration of the First 20 Years, two songs were released today: "All Because of Mercy," which is the next radio single, and the RIAA Platinum-selling reimagined hit song, "East to West," featuring Ben Fuller.