CCM Presents the Top 10 Christmas Originals

Few seasons connect through music like Christmas, with familiar holiday tunes drawing out memories of cheer-filled Christmas mornings, family gatherings, and thoughts of the perfect gift. Yet, all too often those songs turn stale as we hear them repeated over and over again, covered by different artists. Here are ten of our favorite CCM Christmas originals, written and performed by the artist, in no particular order.

29:11 Worship Releases ‘In God We Trust’ Single

29:11 Worship is the worship team of the Tempe AZ-based 29:11 Church which draws it's name and visions from Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

David Dunn ‘Star’ Album Review

All too often, Christmas music comes across as homogenous and rote, with different artists singing the same songs over the same arrangements. All of which leaves listeners wanting more. That’s why it’s great to have artists like David Dunn sweep in with Star, his latest EP and deliver us a perfectly wrapped, five-track package that reclaims the artistry of Christmas.... Read more

David Dunn Set to Release Christmas EP ‘Star’

David Dunn is set to release Star, a Christmas EP featuring 2 originals + 3 classics reimagined on Nov 20. David says, "Star is the most creative studio record I’ve ever made. I really went all in with this minimalist project. With a wide assortment of almost exclusive retro 70’s and 80’s instruments, Star is an EP that I hope is a refreshing holiday listen.

The Afters Reflect Back on 20 Years of Making Music

It was 1998 when two Starbucks employees —Joshua Havens and Matt Fuqua—decided to officially brand their musical talents in Mesquite, Texas in the hopes of something bigger. Twenty years later, The Afters have topped the charts, toured the world and grabbed numerous Dove Awards with their infectious pop/rock melodies and encouraging heartfelt lyrics.

Mark Schultz ‘Christmas’ Album Review

With Mark Schultz’s celebrated career built on warm, endearing vocals, heart-tugging lyrics, and rich melodies, it seems strange that this is the artist’s first foray into releasing a full-length record of holiday tunes, aptly titled Christmas. ... Read more

Sean Feucht ‘Wild’ Album Review

Worship leader, missionary, and Burn 24/7 founder Sean Feucht already had quite the resume, but he recently added Bethel Music family member to his list. Wild, recorded live at Bethel Church, is his first album as part of the famed worship collective, and it captures his passion and spontaneity in 11 stirring songs celebrating the wild love of God.... Read more