Chris Tomlin Wraps Up Christmas Tour with Sell-Out in NYC Ross Cluver December 26, 2019 Christian music artist Chris Tomlin wrapped his highly successful Chris Tomlin Christmas: Christmas Songs of Worship Tour last Friday night with a sold-out concert at the Beacon Theater in New York City. This show, one of many that sold-out during the run, was the third consecutive year Chris chose to end his tour in the Big Apple and his third consecutive time to sell out the historic venue.
Sidewalk Prophets Announce ‘The Things That Got Us Here’ Ross Cluver December 19, 2019 Dove Award-winning Christian music band Sidewalk Prophets knows that sometimes you have to look back before you can move forward. That’s why as they step into a fresh chapter of music, the beloved band is taking time to reflect on The Things That Got Us Here, the title of their fourth studio album set for a spring arrival on May 22, 2020.
Becky Nordquist on CTN’s Lifestyle Show ‘Bridges’ Tonight CCM Magazine Staff December 19, 2019 Christian music artist, author and speaker Becky Nordquist was in Nashville recently, taping an episode of Christian Television Network's (CTN) popular lifestyle magazine show, Bridges, with host Monica Schmelter. During the show, Nordquist talks about her new combination music and devotional book project, Before We said Hello, which released in the fall of 2019 from Music for the Soul.
Gaither Vocal Band Shares ‘I’ll Be Home For Christmas’ Video CCM Magazine Staff December 18, 2019 Gospel/Christian music mainstay, the Gaither Vocal Band, recently released this video for "I'll Be Home For Christmas."
New Artist Spotlight — JunaNJoey CCM Magazine Staff December 18, 2019 JunaNJoey are a brother/sister, singer/songwriter wholesome Country pop duo (think modern day Carpenters). The duo’s popularity exploded organically by posting covers on YouTube with a collective 5 million views. They recently posted a performance video of their performance of Mark Lowry's Christian music/Christmas classic, "Mary, Did You Know?"
Andrew Peterson Earns Accolades for ‘Adorning the Dark’ CCM News December 17, 2019 Award-winning Christian music singer/songwriter and author Andrew Peterson’s first adult trade book, Adorning the Dark: Thoughts on Community, Calling, and the Mystery of Making, has been the recipient of numerous accolades and awards since its October release.
A Conversation with Gloria Gaynor and Mike Farris Brandon Woolum December 16, 2019 CCM Magazine's Jaime Vaughn sits down with disco queen Gloria Gaynor and Mike Farris to talk about their duet on Gloria's GRAMMY-nominated Gospel album, how they juggle the secular & Christian crowds, how they met and more.
Syndicated Christian Show Soul2Soul to End 25-Year Run CCM News December 16, 2019 One of the most popular Christian music syndicated radio programs of all time, Soul2Soul, is set to broadcast its final show later this month, following an historic 25-year run. The show has featured 500 unique interviews since its inception, and at its peak was heard on 781 radio stations in 44 countries.
Pandora Adds CCM Christmas Playlist CCM Magazine Staff December 16, 2019 Pandora's Nashville-based Christian music Programming Curator (and former CCM Magazine staff member) Melissa Riddle Chalos has created a New CCM Christmas music playlist to share with our CCM music fans. From Christian Pop to AC and Gospel to Southern Gospel, all of your favorite Christian artist Christmas music is here in this fun Christmas mix.
Sammy Ward Returns With ‘Hymns Anew’ Jan 31 CCM News December 13, 2019 Following a lengthy hiatus, veteran Christian music singer/songwriter Sammy Ward returns January 31 with a highly anticipated new recording, Hymns Anew. Produced by Nathan Nockels (Chris Tomlin, Keith & Kristyn Getty), the Vibraslap Records release features fresh takes on six beloved hymns, as well as the original title-track written by Ward.