What Else? with Corey Mann: Recent Episodes
Corey Mann
Corey Mann embraces the long-form conversation, and within the chats with Christian music artists, (and some other folks too), hopefully you are inspired, encouraged, challenged, entertained, and buoyant. (I looked up a new word!)
Mary-Clair bursts onto the scene with Enough, her luminous debut album on Vere Music. Produced by 2x GRAMMY® winner Tedd T (Dolly Parton, for KING & COUNTRY, MercyMe), the project showcases the 21-year-old Nashville native’s irresistible vocals, bold creativity, and heartfelt conviction. From the emotional pull of “Heaven In The Way” to the energetic pop of “Enough” and “Homesick,” and the worshipful moments of “Your Love” and “There’s a God,” Mary-Clair blends intimate storytelling with bright, memorable hooks. Enough proves her belief that pop and Christian music can thrive together—and she’s building a beautiful bridge between both worlds.
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Unedited, uncut, just hit record and lets chat. Gotee artist Terrian stopped by the South Bend studios while on her tour through the midwest. We chat early beginnings, American Idol, a Newsboys musical? Time with TobyMac, and now riding solo.
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In this episode, our guest is Mac Powell—one of the most recognizable voices in Christian music. Whether fronting his band Third Day (which is reuniting for a 2026 spring tour) or through his solo work, Mac is known for keeping family first. We dive into his love of reading—he’s currently working through a book about Paul McCartney—and swap thoughts on everything from the new Superman movie to whether Corey would actually join Mac on a future adventure. It’s an honest, fun, and wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss.
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This is Ben Fuller's 3rd appearance on the podcast. Ben is a longtime friend of the podcast, and has a new album to chat with Corey about, including a one-of-a-kind moment recording with Carrie Underwood.
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Steven Curtis Chapman is celebrating the 25th anniversary of "Speechless" this fall with a tour playing that album front to back. Plus we find common ground with some grandparenting talk.
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Tenth Avenue North return with the 10th studio album, "Learning to Trust". Corey chats with Mike Donehey about music, books, family, trusting God, and Mike's life-soundtrack, (or at least 5 songs from it).
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Check out Corey's other podcast, "Congrats! You're Funny", as Corey maneuvers stand up comedy.
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Stephen Stanley is ready for you to hear his second album, "Trustfall". What did he learn from his debut album, what's different the 2nd time around? What will the tour sound and look like? Throw in some dad vibes, (he has a 3 year old and a brand new baby as we record this), and you have a tasty second appearance of a very talented young man. Go back and listen to the first album, seriously.
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The Van Zant Brothers have a rock and roll resume' like no other. Johnny fronts Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Donnie founded .38 Special. The Van Zants love the Lord, and produced an album of songs that reflect their faith, called "Always Look Up."
Yes, we talk Skynyd. Yes, we talk .38 Special. Yes, we talk Jesus.
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Check out my brand new OTHER podcast, "Congrats! You're Funny!" A podcast about stand up comedy.
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Sons of Sunday is a coming together of the big names in Christian music and worship.
Chris Brown and Steven Furtick of Elevation Worship, Leeland Moorning, Brandon Lake, Chandler Moore, and Patt Barrett.
With a full album on the way, we've been getting individual songs as crumbs leading us to the table of goodness.
In this episode, Chris Brown, Leeland Mooring, and I talk about 6 individual creatives coming together, deciding to hit record, where these songs come from, and talk of a possible tour?
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Consider listening to my new podcast "Congrats! You're Funny!", a podcast about stand-up comedy.
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Calling in from Ireland, its Darren from We Are Messengers, and he shares with me his current mental state, and musical state as he has been recording music in his homeland, and a special collaboration is in the works.
Plus, on the back side of this episode is more of my chat with Mike Weaver of Big Daddy Weave as they get ready to release their new album in May 2025. We chat about another new song, "I Just Seen Too Much".
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Dave Frey and Sidewalk Prophets signed their record deal in 2009, but hit the road in 2001. It's not often I get to speak to someone face to face and Dave is a real 'salt of the earth' guy.
You'll hear about the new album and a big Chicago Cubs related announcement for Dave.
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A beautiful new voice in Christian music, Jamie MacDonald didn't just happen overnight.
A troubling childhood, a trip down a different path leading to a daily diet of drugs and alcohol.
But like the prodigal child, she returned to God and laid her talents and His feet.
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Megan Woods oiriginates from Boston, is of Italian descent, and loves coffee.
You'll learn a few other things about her as we chat hot on the heels of her first #1 song, "The Truth".
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Chris Cleveland is Stars Go Dim. With a new album just months away, we get into how the musical sausage is made. Plus origin stories, Stars Go Dim started as a mainstream act, and what are the best running shoes.
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Rachel Purcell is my guest. We talk award winning marimba playing, Raymond's Noodles, that thing on her lip, county music, upbringing, faith, when a label drops you, how to rebound, and more.
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The first of many sit-downs with Mike Weaver and special guests talking about each and every song on their upcoming project. Filmed in a cabin in Tennessee, Mike Weaver, Matt Maher, and myself meet up in the living room and talk in great detail about the song "Let it Begin."
https://youtu.be/9rKMJ2xHWEI?si=-oI8ebJ20X5qLTmD
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Russ Taff is a celebrated gospel singer whose career spans several decades, marked by his powerful voice and heartfelt performances. Known for his versatility, Russ Taff seamlessly blends Southern gospel, contemporary Christian music, and rock influences into his artistry. He first rose to prominence as a member of the Grammy-winning group The Imperials in the 1970s and early 1980s, contributing to their transition into a more contemporary sound. As a solo artist, Taff continued to captivate audiences with hits like "We Will Stand" and "I Still Believe," earning multiple Dove Awards and Grammys along the way. Beyond his musical achievements, Russ Taff's openness about his personal struggles and his journey of faith has endeared him to fans, solidifying his legacy as both a gifted musician and a relatable, inspirational figure in the gospel music world.
(Pre-Save the new album, out January 31st, 2025)
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As this episode was recorded, Matthew West has a new project out called "Don' Stop Praying". Plus his first Christmas-themed-inspired book as well.
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Brandon Heath (as we record this episode) has a new album called "The Ache".
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Celebrating 30 years of making music, MERCYME have no signs of slowing down, in fact - in this episode I chat with Bart Millard as they are in the middle of creating new music for the next project.
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Michael W. Smith, a name that has been around Contemporary Christian music for a long time. We talk about early beginnings, show and tell with his first 3 albums, what was it like to have multiple crossover successes, releasing an album on 9-11-2001, and some personal questions about how he maneuvers life.
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Greg Ham has been around CCM music for a long time. He's in artist development and management with his company one:eight entertainment, and his roster includes legends Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, and Steven Curtis Chapman.
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Joe L. Barnes has released his first solo effort, "The Good Shepherd". You may have heard his song, with Marverick CIty, "Promises', but this barely 30 year old singer/songwriter has lived lots of life.
Joe L reveals a truly hard moment in his family and walks me through that day.
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Bay Turner has one of the most unique voices in CCM music. Can he sing opera? yes. Can he do insane vocal runs like Mariah, yes. Was he a member of the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir? Yes. Does his dad make hats? Yes. That plus lots more in this episode.
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Celebrating 40 years of rocking, rolling, blazing guitars, all the yellow and black apparel one can wear, and a new album - here somes Stryper still kicking and screaming. Michael Sweet (lead singer, guitarist) once again joins the podcast to pull back the veil on the new album (Sept) and 40th anniversary tour.
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Andrew Ripp is working on wrapping a new album as we record this episode. He spends a month on the west coast (to get out of the Nashville heat), so he speaks to me while parked under the palm trees of California. We chat about where it all started with singing, the pressure of a father, finding your own way, coming into contact with other artists like Richard Marx, and what themes are on the next project.
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Easily one of the most creative artists in Christian music, Crowder, who has just released "Exile", but drops some news on me that "The RETURN" is being prepped and ready as well. How did that happen? We talk process, what there's left to do, and snoring.
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For Emerson Day, storytelling came naturally from a young age. She was influenced by the sounds of a southern rock guitar and an old church piano. Growing up on her family's farm in Maryland, she would sit outside playing guitar and singing for hours.
Emerson graduated from university as a decorated Lacrosse player with her degree in Homeland Security. The same competitive nature which drew her to sports and a career in federal law enforcement, quickly engaged when she felt God calling her to pursue music. It wasn't until she started leading worship at a small church in North Carolina that God showed her the path he truly had for her.
Emerson signed her first record deal in 2022 with Fair Trade Services. Her debut to Christian music is on Micah Tyler’s song, “People Like Us” in January 2024.
Here's an exclusive performance from Emerson Day.
https://youtu.be/-Cy34eaL4lc?si=nO2lQSy-quM9da3q
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Stephen McWhirter is a revered worship leader known for his heartfelt performances and ability to create powerful worship experiences. With a captivating voice and deep faith, he inspires audiences to connect with Jesus through music, making a significant impact in the worship community.
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Jordan St. Cyr has a new project, "My Foundation". We talk new music, inspirations, family life, and we have uncovered a song from Jordan's previous band, "Red Riot". Also, for the first time ever, we are offering a digital download of the new album, details within the podcast.
TobyMac is a pioneering figure in Christian hip hop and contemporary music. With a career spanning decades, he rose to prominence as a member of the trio DC Talk before embarking on a successful solo career. Known for his dynamic blend of rap, rock, and pop, TobyMac's music is marked by catchy hooks, powerful lyrics, and infectious energy. He has garnered numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards, and continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his uplifting messages and genre-defying sound. Offstage, TobyMac is a devoted family man and philanthropist, using his platform to spread positivity and make a difference in the lives of others.
This conversation is recorded in front of a live audience at CMB Momentum 2024.
Popular podcast host Steve Carter faced a tough decision in 2018 amid misconduct allegations against Willow Creek Community Church's founder, Bill Hybels. Carter, a lead pastor at the church, publicly resigned from his dream job. Struggling with grief and uncertainty, he heard a whisper urging him to "Grieve. Breathe. Receive." These words became his guiding mantra as he embarked on a journey of deep healing after enduring painful trauma.
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Josiah Queen is from New Port Richey, Florida. As we chat, he is currently making his way across the states in a van and an (almost) sold out nightly tour. "The Prodigal" is getting some radio attention, but who needs that with 21 million streams on Spotify.
A humble, 21 year old kid who is just getting started.
Josh Wilson is celebrating 7 years of sobriety. Josh Wilson is celebrating a new release called "Mental Help". Josh Wilson is celebrating being a returning guest on What Else?
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"Ungsung Hero" is in movie theatres now, the story of the Smallbone family moving from Australia to America. Joel Smallbone (For King & Country) plays his father, David, in the film. Also, a soundtrack with songs inspired by the film is now available as well.
In this episode, song selections from the soundrack, and Joel talks about the 'calm before the storm"
Josh Baldwin did something as a guest on this podcast that no other guest has done. He wore the same shirt during the interview as he did on his new live album. Witness the magic between the 2 of us as this is revealed in another compelling episode.
Rhett Walker is a good ol' boy. I've been a fan since the first album way back in 2012 when it was sent to me on a burned cd, (we'll get into that). His new record deal, and new project are on the way, and he's excited! Plus, he drops an exclusive announcement about a song that will appear on the new project, but will come out this summer.
Dave Smallbone brought his family to America for a new adventure. That adventure plays out on the big screen opening April 26th. The movie, "Unsung Hero", is the story of the Smallbone family trying to start over afresh in the USA. Dave was instrumental in the career(s) of Rebecca St. James, (his daughter), and For King & Country. They also call him, "father."
(This episode originally aired May 1st, 2023)
CeCe Winans, the best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time, has long since cemented her status as one of the most accomplished and celebrated women in music history. So, we talk early beginnings, Detroit, family, faith, stagefright, and new music for 2024.
John Michael Talbot is recognized as Catholic music's most popular artist with over 4 million albums sold, written over 30 books, and has a few trophies on a shelf too, Grammy and Dove). As we record this episode, he has a new biography and album EP of the same name, "Late Have I Loved You", available now.
Danny Gokey intoduces you to his new dog, early beginnings, we reminisce about American Idol, karaoke jams, and what the rest of 2024 looks like.
For King & Country, amazing music to meet you where you are at, 'spectacle' within their live performances, and now on the big screen with their movie, "Unsung Hero", in theatres April 26. Luke Smallbone gives you a glimpse behind the movie curtain on his producing role, how the plot hits close to home, and what song caught him by surprise recently.
I first met Leanna Crawford in March 2020 on the front end of launching her music career. Then we experienced lockdown. What did Leanna do during that season, and who did she meet? Find out in this episode.
It's the return of Tenth Avenue North. Mike Donehey pulls back the curtain on the return of one of CCM's most popular bands. What's different this time? Mike tells (almost) all.
https://www.tenthavenuenorth.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Gods-Life-for-My-Will-audiobook/dp/B07VSQM2HY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=QF7OYRAEDB6H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z0u71nu4Ch4bMAlBj9QI82-XjHrVFIEZRC0OEaiCz9q82W8tzlQtl7wA9Jx8Z8gYg2SYaRbLIgDYk2DeGdVOgOq4qKmqL-3aiZCasXgJvsM_F8IWn0VuW3EgVHHM9agof7uWp4l_FstN7B5D2k3In2mY_FY2ZdCaQ5bZUZMRtLLoSoHQngvHA9zyvMfF8KKbKWXaXRipohwgwDVK2OCQ7Uzr_3wf-52gsT0XSNejJ7M.q3tL9PllunAosyiXn_VbaiAahmjJ4azK1sgrGAMcqWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=mike+donehey&qid=1707935837&sprefix=mike+donehey%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Gray-More-Loving-Disagree/dp/B09S22C391/ref=sr_1_2?crid=QF7OYRAEDB6H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z0u71nu4Ch4bMAlBj9QI82-XjHrVFIEZRC0OEaiCz9q82W8tzlQtl7wA9Jx8Z8gYg2SYaRbLIgDYk2DeGdVOgOq4qKmqL-3aiZCasXgJvsM_F8IWn0VuW3EgVHHM9agof7uWp4l_FstN7B5D2k3In2mY_FY2ZdCaQ5bZUZMRtLLoSoHQngvHA9zyvMfF8KKbKWXaXRipohwgwDVK2OCQ7Uzr_3wf-52gsT0XSNejJ7M.q3tL9PllunAosyiXn_VbaiAahmjJ4azK1sgrGAMcqWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=mike+donehey&qid=1707935837&sprefix=mike+donehey%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2
Leah Payne's new book is called "God Gave Rock and Roll to You: A History of Contemporary Christian Music". Leah Payne is Associate Professor of American Religious History at Portland Seminary. She is also co-host of "Weird Religion", a podcast about religion and popular culture, and "Rock That Doesn't Roll", a podcast about Christian rock.
Leah's book
https://www.amazon.com/God-Gave-Rock-Roll-You/dp/0197555241/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=mZilp&content-id=amzn1.sym.35cab78c-35e3-4fc1-aab0-27eaa6c86063%3Aamzn1.symc.e5c80209-769f-4ade-a325-2eaec14b8e0e&pf_rd_p=35cab78c-35e3-4fc1-aab0-27eaa6c86063&pf_rd_r=19ABVGWHZPR4QZZQZA9Y&pd_rd_wg=VZXeb&pd_rd_r=0da964dd-db47-46b8-9aeb-9f7082bc85cc&ref_=pd_gw_ci_mcx_mr_hp_atf_m
Leah's podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-that-doesnt-roll-the-story-of-christian-music/id1703257857
Charlie Peacock is an iconic name in music, whether is recording, producing, performing, and so much more. He and his wife have a new book they have written together.
https://www.charliepeacock.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Everything-That-Doesnt-Matter-Matters/dp/140033764X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17S7ZL0VVJFFE&keywords=charlie+peacock+andi+ashworth&qid=1707237655&sprefix=charlie+peacock%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1
Joey Elwood is the President of Gotee Records. Let's pull back the curtain on running a label, signing an artist in 2024, the mistakes and lessons along the way, and much more behind-the-scenes CCM (contemporary christian music) conversation.
Seph Schlueter is a new artist to christian music. Get to know this young man real quick, great sense of humor, starting an adventure with is bride, and what he's hoping for in 2024.
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Catching up with the energetic, young dynamo Riley Clemmons, and chatting about most recent release, "Church Pew".
Stryper has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. Tim Gaines (bassist) was with the band from 1983 - 2017. Let's catch up with Tim and slap some bass, man.
My most downloaded episode of "What Else W/ Corey Mann" in 2023 was on April 17th with Lauren Daigle. She put out 2 full albums in 2023, so we spoke twice. The second half of this episode is our "part 2" conversation that happened on September 4th. Thanks for listening, thanks for following and subscribing.
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Dave Barnes only listened to Beatles music in 2022. It awakened a new love for music making, including writing and producing a Beatles-themed project called "Featherbrained Wealth Motel". Please listen to the album before you listen to this episode. But, listen to this episode too.
Justin Benner is the former drummer of HAWK NELSON. He is also a friend, who wouldn't let up on asking him to be on my podcast. Fine! I caved, and its a fun conversation. Chase your dreams, kids.
One of the pioneers of Christian music, (DeGarmo & Key), was only the beginning. A music industry icon with a label that helped launched some big names in CCM world.Eddie tells the story of trick-or-treating at Elvis’ house, meeting Jesus in a school closet with his best buddy Dana Key, launching a label, and becoming a music publishing master.
A DECADE AFTER HIS APPEARANCE ON AMERICAN IDOL, JEREMY ROSADO SHARES ABOUT NEXT APPEARING ON ‘THE VOICE, AND THE PROS AND CONS OF BEING ON A TELEVISED SINGING COMPETITION. HE TALKS ABOUT THE SECRET TO PERSERVERING THRU 5 TRYOUTS, BECOMING A FATHER FIGURE TO HIS NEICE, AND WHAT STEVEN TYLER OF AEROSMITH SAID TO HIM BACKSTAGE IN PRIVATE.
He joined his first band when he was 10, studied the bass in America, landed a gig with Steven Curtis Chapman, and started writing and producing for other artists like Backstreet Boys, CeeLo Green, and Ace of Base. He was the music director for the hit show, “GLEE”, with over 800 songs produced for the show. Now in his directorial debut, “Journey to Bethelem” opens in theatres November 9th starring Antonio Banderas.
From her early beginnings as a family singing group traveling across America in a tour bus, to working way up from song publishing to President of Provident Music, Holly is a cheerleader for her team and her artist roster. A year into the ‘presidency’, what is the culture of the building, what’s the language behind closed doors with artists, and someone on this episode is a former NFL cheerleader, listen and find out who.
James Arnold Taylor is an actor, podcaster, motivational writer and speaker, host and emcee for every occasion. He is one of the most versatile Voice-Actors in Hollywood today known worldwide within the video game and animation communities. Voicing cartoon legends such as Fred Flintstone, Huckleberry Hound, Wile E. Coyote, Leonardo the Ninja Turtle, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Johnny Test. James is heard daily on Fox as the voice of Animation Domination, is a voice double for the likes of Johnny Depp, Christopher Walken, Michael J. Fox, Jay Baruchel, Ewan McGregor, to name only a few... and get this, he loves Jesus too!
Casting Crowns are celebrating their 20th anniversary with a tour complete with symphony, plowing through their biggest songs. Hear from Mark Hall, (lead singer and songwriter) on his songwriting process, and hear from other artists that have had An impact on their music and ministry. (Bart Millard of MercyMe, Matthew West, Big Daddy Weave, Cain, and David Leonard).
What’s it like being the daughter of parents, who just happened to be 2 of the most well known pastors in America? 10 million watch their messages, over 60 million connect with the Osteens through worldwide digital platforms, and when worship begins the service at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, Alexandra Osteen leads Lakewood Music through worship songs that connect with 45,000 weekend church attenders. Meet this smart, sweet young woman who graduated college during the pandemic, attended her ceremony on YouTube, and recently took Lakewood songs to Brazil.
Any truth to the rumor that the newer the album, the bigger the hat brim? This question gets answered with the lead singer of NEEDTOBREATHE. The newest project “Caves” showcases 11 new songs, written and produced in remote locations so the band could really dial in on that “needtobreathe’ sound. Some unsuspecting writers show up on this project, do the kids complain when dad hits the road, and making the adjustment from theatres to arenas.
Ben returns to the podcast for a new song update, new collaboration update, what he’s dealing with emotionally, (as he’s locked out of his hotel room), and what’s it like when country music start JoDee Messina calls for a meeting.
These three siblings are getting ready to release album #2 (depending on which one you talk to) called “Jesus Music”. The first time I chatted with them, (Episode 81), it was like herding cats! So much energy, and so much talking over each other. So, in a creative twist, this episode features Logan, Taylor, and Madison (separately) but all the same questions. You’ll also get to hear new music too.
If you’ve seen TOBYMAC in concert within the last couple of years, the powerhouse vocalist on stage with him is Gotee Artist TERRIAN. We talk about her beginnings in Memphis, her brief time on American Idol, getting the call to join Diverse City in Canada?!Her love for the New Orleans Saints, Disney Channel, and lots and lots of COFFEE.
This Colorado native is a new breath of fresh air. Personality – check. Musicality – check. Sense of humor – check. Played Bonaroo’s main stage – check. Get to know Natalie and her music in this episode.
Lauren showed up on Episode #211 with the first of 2 new projects. Its time for the second release and a huge arena tour kicking off. What does rehearsal look like, how difficult is it to learn choreography, why 2 albums in one year and not just one big release. We also chat about ‘christian scrutiny’, and dealing with naysayers, and Lauren gives us one song to be on the lookout for.
I remember the first time I met Jason Gray, it was November 2009 – and I found some audio for evidence! You’ll hear about his early beginnings, traveling with his mom’s bar band, the noticeable stutter, our mutual love for Duran Duran, and the most vulnerable song he’s ever written. This episode is also available on youtube
If I were to make a top 5 list of the nicest, most genuine artists in Christian music, Mike Weaver, of Big Daddy Weave is close to the top of that list. In this episode, we talk teenagers, Star Wars, doing nothing really well, dealing with the loss of his closest friend, (who happened to be his brother) Jay, and what happens before a show every night.
Patrick Mayberry (Centricity Music) is about to release his first full length project, “Wild Faith”. Learn how chapter 3 of a Brennan Manning book inspired the song, how Whitesnake lifted his spirits during the pandemic, and the hardest song to accomplish on the new project.
Producer and Songwriter, Bryan Fowler, was just 17 years old when he moved from his hometown of Richmond, VA to San Antonio to join the band Abandon. Fast forward to 2023, this skateboard, house-flipping, songwriting machine is producing and writing for a wide variety of CCM’s biggest artists, including TobyMac, Matthew West, Zach Williams, Rhett Walker, Matt Maher, and Ryan Stevenson.
Seriously, after this episode – google “songwriter Bryan Fowler” and get ready for a deep dive roster of the biggest songs in Christian music.
Stephen Stanley has released his first full length music project called, “Divided Frame of Mind”, and in my humble opinion, it is truly one of the best Music releases I have heard for 2023. Stephen and I talk in great detail about the project, and you get to hear samples of new songs as well.
My friend Jason Miller is releasing his first book, “When The World Breaks: The Surprising Hope and Subversive Promises in the Teachings of Jesus”. It’s been a 20+ year friendship that you get to eavesdrop in on as we chat about the book, its topic(s), his home church, and the best concert he has ever been to.
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I met UNSPOKEN over a decade ago, have stayed in contact with them, and enjoyed their songs along the way. Chad is always on “11”, and Ariel is a big ol’ lovable bear.
This is a unique episode in that (1) its recorded in front of a live audience, and (2) we had ‘technical difficulties’, so it’s a much different sounding episode. But we had a bunch of fun with people interacting and responding during the episode with up-and-comer Joseph O’Brien. He’s a creative, quirky, young, aspiring artist with bushels of talent.
I missed the entire Caedmon’s Call season of music. Since the band's debut album, they have released 8 albums, garnered 14 top five radio hits, 7 of which went No. 1 and sold more than 1 million albums. Derek Webb launched a solo career, (this is where I jumped on board), and for 20 years, he has written and performed creative, controversial, eclectic, acoustic, electric, experimental music that has continued to attract fans of all kinds, (including me.) We chat about his most recent project, Caedmon’s history, and white t-shirts.
Usually, this podcast has chats with artists, but this episode takes a slight left turn and chats with one of the best known managers of artists in Christian music. Scott Brickell has written his first book, “The Business Behind the Song” (link to purchase below) and provides a wealth of information about starting your music career, music business lingo, and life lessons from years of managing artists like MercyMe, Audio Adrenaline, and Micah Tyler. Scott’s book https://shorturl.at/byBP9
These two artists met in 2022 by a mutual friend, and hit it off. They wrote some songs, spent some time in a studio and now "Hallelujah Feeling" is our frist listn to the duo Calib & John. Hear their individual stories, and one of them has a direct connection to Country supoerstar, Sam Hunt. Listen to the episode and find out which one.
Kevin Burgess, a.k.a. “KB” is an award winning Hip-Hop artist, and now author. His debut book, “Dangerous Jesus” is now available. Get ready for a lively chat with an outspoken man of faith.
Over his career, Drew Holcomb has emerged as one of music’s great independent forces. He's gearing up to release a new Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors full-length studio album “Strangers No More” on June 7th. Holcomb's first full-length album since 2019's “Dragons” which debuted at #1 on several charts including Billboard’s Americana/Folk Albums, Amazon New Albums, and iTunes Singer Songwriters. It also led to a feature in Rolling Stone which declared Holcomb, “One of Americana’s Most Popular Stars”. We chat about history, seminary, children, Springsteen, cheap concert tickets, and really dumb questions.
So when “WHAT ELSE?” joined the Brave Podcast Network, I found out that the bench is deep with other podcasts! I made a new friend in SeanDonohue, host of “The Sean Donohue Show< the world famous “Family Coach”, Tik-Tok RockStar, and team leader of www.parentingmodernteens.comSean and I chat origins, and what has led him to this moment in time with dishing out great parenting advice and wisdom. Sean also rediscovers that he has a little ‘radio’ in his background during this episode as well.
Author, touring speaker, pastor, podcast host and a champion of FUN! Annie F. Downs (That Sounds Fun Podcast) is my guest, and we chat being ordained, having fun, time management, saying NO, and how solving a few problems turned into starting her own podcast network.
STRYPER launched in Orange County, California in 1983. Michael Sweet, (and his brother Robert), met Jesus thru the TV when a Televangelist led them to the Lord. But after a faulty start with ROXX REGIME, they changed their name, adopted the yellow and black colors for stage clothes and production, and the rest is head banging history. Somewhere around 10 million albums sold worldwide, STRYPER still makes the trek across America with classic songs and newer heading banger favorites too. We play a round of ‘Show and Share’, how does the band continue longevity, other musical partnerships with surprising names, and a possible ‘inspirational’ album on its way before 2024.
the last 25 years, Matt Redman’s songs have been sewn into my open personal faith soundtrack. Singing along on a mission trip bus to “Better is One Day”, cleaning up at church camp with “Blessed Be Your Name”, around a campfire with “Heart of Worship”, or singing with thousands to “10,000 Reasons”.Matt is a singer-songwriter, author, teacher, husband and father of five. We talk upbringing, origins, inspirations, how much he actually doesn’t know about actual music writing, or string changing, and what it is about this Jesus that fuels Matt’s pencil and paper.
Benjamin William Hastings is a Northern Irish singer, songwriter. His dad wrote hymns for the Salvation Army, he almost attempted professional Rugby as a career, but the songwriting started to flow. He jumped over to Australia for a decade, and not finds himself, along with his wife and children, in Los Angeles. His debut album is a lengthy (almost) 90 minutes of music, but it’s a creative musical story that unfolds.
The man from “Down Under” accelerates the conversation with so much energy. Hear the story of coming to America, (that is right now being made into a movie) managing not only his daughter, Rebecca St. James, in her career, but now helping guide FOR KING AND COUNTRY (his sons Joel and Luke) as they make numerous treks across America. Dave lost it all financially, but has rebuilt the Smallbone name and ministry.
SWITCHFOOT’s album “The Beautiful Letdown” turns 20 this year. I chat with lead singer Jon Foreman about this career defining project and what they have for the anniversary celebration.
The west coast is the best coast with this popular singer, songwriter, worship leader. Whether it’s a church of 500, an arena of 10,000, or a stadium outreach with 70,000, Phil Wickham believes he is called to create and sing songs for the church.In this episode, how Phil balances tour life / family life, when creativity strikes, his new book, “On Our Knees”, and 3 things he’s excited about right now.
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It doesn’t get much bigger than Lauren Daigle right now, but this giant voice in a 5’2” frame is a kind soul. Her last album was in 2018, and after a successful tour, COVID, and a few more awards on her mantle, it’s finally time for a new album, “Lauren Daigle” on May 12th.
We chat origins, friendships, New Orleans, and of course the new album. Lauren’s new music, as well as other artists who have appeared on this podcast, can be heard on this Spotify playlist.
This singer-songwriter-leader of Cochren & Co. has released his 2nd studio album on Gotee Records. Kicking the ‘sophomore slump’ to the curb, “Running Home” is a great next step, and we chat about the musical direction, as well as golf addiction, and how awesome his wife is.
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The former front man of Tenth Avenue North has released his second book, “Grace in the Gray: A more loving way to disagree” (available now.)We chat about his new writings, new music on the horizon, life under the roof with a family of 4 daughters.
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Mike’s latest book release
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Dante Bowe, who has a remarkable raspy and tranquil voice, has recently earned five Grammys nominations for 2022 and won the Best Contemporary Christian Music Album category for OLD CHURCH BASEMENT by Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music. Additionally, he was awarded a Dove in 2021 for his single “Joyful”. Dante is now ecstatic to announce his own label after departing from Maverick City Music, along with the launch of a new album and a reorganization of his life!
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For 12 years, Rick Florian fronted the Christian group, “Whiteheart”. In my teen years, this was the band that I gravitated towards, so speaking with Rick was an honor. From his early beginnings in an Indiana cornfield, joining the Columbia House Album club, getting a taste of music at Taylor University, learning the ropes of touring as a stage hand, which ultimately led to tryouts for the lead singer position.
In case you have no idea who Whiteheart is, I created a “Whiteheart Spotify Playlist” just for you!
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Tucked away in the Bridal Suite of the location where my daughter got married, the former Third Day singer and I sit down for a nice chat about now being a solo artist, the psychology of not having your name on top of the concert roster, not spending tyour time concerned about chart positions, and what God has been working on in Mac's heart.
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I will say it out loud, I put Chris Cron in my current Top 5 Voices in Christian Music today! Whether performing with All Creatures, unleashing his romantic side with songs like “Unbreakable”, or even when your playing a video game, you’ll hear Chris sing while you are playing a gangster in “Empire of Sin”. But life was not always in perfect pitch, Chris had a few off-key moments that might have put his life out of tune, but these days this songbird is back to work with a plethora of projects.
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If you listen to Christian music at all, there’s a good chance you have sang along to a Mitch Wong lyric or two. He’s worked with so many artists,
(Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, CeCe Winans, Rhett Walker, Leeland, Brandon Lake, Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe, and many more).
This Grammy Awarding winning artist chats about origins, law school, gymnastics, hobbits, and advice for an aspiring songwriter.
00:36 - Mitch Wong song resume’
2:49 - Grammy win = green cards
6:58 - Mitch’s Jesus Story
9:53 - Exactly how big of a Hobbit fan?
11:50 - 8 pack abs
13:33 - Wait a minute, you studied law?
18:17 - The Finished Product
22:54 - Advice for aspiring songwriters
I vividly remember hearing the debut album from LEELAND “Sound of Melodies” in 2006 and was instantly hooked. How do these big songs come out of a 16 year old kid? Leeland Mooring is all grown up now, has a few awards on the shelf, a beautiful family, and a new album coming out in March 2023. We talk origins, traveling evangelists, adoption, new music, what ‘success’ looks like in the Kingdom of God, and much more in this longer-than-usual episode. Did I mention I was a huge fan of this guy?
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Wrapping up another year of chatting with CCM artists, this episode gives you slices of those chats with some familiar names, and some up-and-comers as well. You’ll hear from Steven Curtis Chapman, Blessing Offor, Taya, Katy Nichole, Ben Fuller, Newsboys, Anne Wilson, Tasha Layton, Bo Rinehart, and Kristian Stanfill. Thanks for listening, check out archived episodes, leave a comment, share an episode with a friend, and make good choices.
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Blame it on Uncle Steve for handing Kristian his first guitar. Years later, Kristian is leading worship at Passion City Church in Atlanta, and leading thousands of college kids in worship for Passion events. Here comes the spoiler alert, not all worship leaders are flawless, and Kristian pulls back the curtain on the last couple of years, a defining day in November 2020, and now a new release that, in my opinion, is his best work.
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This young man is one of my new favorite artists. After witnessing a massive 90 minute sing-a-long at the famous Ryman Auditorium, I needed to know more about this ‘unicorn’. I found out some things, like he can rock a banjo, he’s a coffee snob, Grand Rapids has a special place in his heart, and he picks up strays.
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I always enjoy my time with Matt Maher. His new album “The Stories I tell Myself” has quite a background story that builds to completion and is out now. You’ll get name drops of Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Lone Bellow, but they all play a role in the unfolding story of Matt’s current project. Plus, how did “In The Room” come into focus?
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An artist doesn’t have to be born into a community to be embraced by its people. Just ask Evan Craft. Find out what makes Evan Craft one of the most successful artists in Latin music today. From YouTube streams to the top of the charts, multiple projects, recorded in both Spanish and English, he’s committed to making a difference in a hurting world.
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Singer, songwriter, author Matthew West makes his record 5th appearance on this podcast. With this special occasion, we have installed the “Wheel of Questions”. The new book is called “The God Who Stays”, we talk books, baseball, and autographs.
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On the eve of their 11th studio album, MERCYME chat with me about their 28 year longevity, the summer of 2022, what to not forget when going on tour, and that mysterious painting in their recording studio-cabin.
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When it comes to worship music in the church in 2022, Cody Carnes is writing and singing songs that we all are singing along to. From his origins in Texas, to leading worship alongside his wife, Kari Jobe, Cody has released a whole new batch of songs on his latest project, “God is Good”.
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Needtobreathe fans know the name, they also know Bo is no longer in the band. For those who are casual fans, let me introduce you to one of the most creative individuals I have come to know. His story is unfolding, and restoration and redemption is happening. This is a longer-than-usual episode, but I think you’ll learn something new if you are a longtime Needtobreathe fan, and I think you’ll also be inspired by his journey.
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Needtobreathe fans know the name, they also know Bo is no longer in the band. For those who are casual fans, let me introduce you to one of the most creative individuals I have come to know. His story is unfolding, and restoration and redemption is happening. This is a longer-than-usual episode, but I think you’ll learn something new if you are a longtime Needtobreathe fan, and I think you’ll also be inspired by his journey.
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Dan is from Canada, he introduced me to Ketchup flavored chips, he also stood next to me at Needtobreathe. It’s Dan’s first appearance on this podcast.
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Dan is from Canada, he introduced me to Ketchup flavored chips, he also stood next to me at Needtobreathe. It’s Dan’s first appearance on this podcast.
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Grammy nominated, Dove Award winning singer, songwriter, speaker, podcaster, father, husband Tauren Wells pulled me aside in early June and said, “Bro! we are doing this podcast!” He delivered. We talk upbringing, Royal Tailor, podcasting, the upcoming tour, and his dream to play in the NBA.
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Grammy nominated, Dove Award winning singer, songwriter, speaker, podcaster, father, husband Tauren Wells pulled me aside in early June and said, “Bro! we are doing this podcast!” He delivered. We talk upbringing, Royal Tailor, podcasting, the upcoming tour, and his dream to play in the NBA.
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You might remember the female vocalist in Group 1 Crew, but Blanca has busted out on her own solo adventure, with a new album called, “The Heartbreak & The Healing”.
We talk about childhood, parents, parenting, getting lost at WalMart, the new album, new season of life, and sliding into DM’s the right way.
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You might remember the female vocalist in Group 1 Crew, but Blanca has busted out on her own solo adventure, with a new album called, “The Heartbreak & The Healing”.
We talk about childhood, parents, parenting, getting lost at WalMart, the new album, new season of life, and sliding into DM’s the right way.
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Best friends since grade school, the guys in Seventh Time Down had figured out how to continue to get along and make great music. Their new album, “By Faith” is out, and here’s hoping the band can hit the road soon.
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Best friends since grade school, the guys in Seventh Time Down had figured out how to continue to get along and make great music. Their new album, “By Faith” is out, and here’s hoping the band can hit the road soon.
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Discovered in a Colorado coffeehouse, Rachael Lampa signed her first record deal while most of us were transitioning from junior high to high school. Her debut album made its way to Christian radio, then came Dove Awards, touring, and much success. Hear Rachael’s story of becoming a nanny, singing back-up for some big names, and what she’s excited about right now. Plus, an exclusive announcement right at the beginning of the episode. Rachael is still involved in “People Loving Nashville”, read more about that outreach at www.peoplelovingnashville.com
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Discovered in a Colorado coffeehouse, Rachael Lampa signed her first record deal while most of us were transitioning from junior high to high school. Her debut album made its way to Christian radio, then came Dove Awards, touring, and much success. Hear Rachael’s story of becoming a nanny, singing back-up for some big names, and what she’s excited about right now. Plus, an exclusive announcement right at the beginning of the episode. Rachael is still involved in “People Loving Nashville”, read more about that outreach at www.peoplelovingnashville.com
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Jason Crabb started singing, with his family, in his father’s church at a very young age. Originating from Beaver Dam, Kentucky, the Crabb Family would earn 16 #1 songs on the Christian radio southern gospel charts. The Crabb Family has been nominated for 22 GMA Dove Awards, winning 11, (Jason winning 10 on his own). The family have also received three NARAS Grammy Award nominations, (Jason winning 2 on his own.) An avid sports card collector, a love for old cars, and a family man – if you don’t know him, you’ll love this ‘good ol’ boy’ by the time the episode is done.
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Jason Crabb started singing, with his family, in his father’s church at a very young age. Originating from Beaver Dam, Kentucky, the Crabb Family would earn 16 #1 songs on the Christian radio southern gospel charts. The Crabb Family has been nominated for 22 GMA Dove Awards, winning 11, (Jason winning 10 on his own). The family have also received three NARAS Grammy Award nominations, (Jason winning 2 on his own.) An avid sports card collector, a love for old cars, and a family man – if you don’t know him, you’ll love this ‘good ol’ boy’ by the time the episode is done.
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When he wakes up in the morning, Jim Sonefeld knows that his band’s (Hootie & the Blowfish) debut album “Cracked Rear View” is in the Top 20 best-selling albums of all time. Jim has a new book called, “Swimming with the Blowfish”, we talk Hootie, addiction, Jesus, and what’s next.
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When he wakes up in the morning, Jim Sonefeld knows that his band’s (Hootie & the Blowfish) debut album “Cracked Rear View” is in the Top 20 best-selling albums of all time. Jim has a new book called, “Swimming with the Blowfish”, we talk Hootie, addiction, Jesus, and what’s next.
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He’s been with the Newsboys the longest, and this guitarist from Indiana doesn’t like just sitting around a venue waiting to play. He turned down the very first Newsboys invite, he makes his own guitars, and he’s known better for another craft than actually playing guitar, find out in this episode.
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He’s been with the Newsboys the longest, and this guitarist from Indiana doesn’t like just sitting around a venue waiting to play. He turned down the very first Newsboys invite, he makes his own guitars, and he’s known better for another craft than actually playing guitar, find out in this episode.
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His song “Eye of the Storm” was a last minute, 25 minute songwriting bonanza. The former paramedic has had a string of successful hit songs, and he’s not done anytime soon.
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His song “Eye of the Storm” was a last minute, 25 minute songwriting bonanza. The former paramedic has had a string of successful hit songs, and he’s not done anytime soon.
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Singer, songwriter David Leonard has written songs you’ve probably sang in church a few times. Originating from Arkansas, this pastor’s kid loves to write, produce, record, and hopefully tour real soon with a solo career. Hear stories about Jackson Waters, Needtobreathe, All Sons & Daughters, and……”Wet Fleece”.
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Singer, songwriter David Leonard has written songs you’ve probably sang in church a few times. Originating from Arkansas, this pastor’s kid loves to write, produce, record, and hopefully tour real soon with a solo career. Hear stories about Jackson Waters, Needtobreathe, All Sons & Daughters, and……”Wet Fleece”.
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Bob Hartman is one of the original members of the band PETRA, dating back to 1972. We’ll talk early beginnings, album cover art work, changing lead singers, and what Bob is up to now.
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Bob Hartman is one of the original members of the band PETRA, dating back to 1972. We’ll talk early beginnings, album cover art work, changing lead singers, and what Bob is up to now.
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This particular episode is called “12 days of friendship”. My friend Amanda (syndicated radio host, podcaster, future author) allowed me on her podcast “Get Your Brave On” to chat about a unique friendship that went the distance of just 12 days.
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This particular episode is called “12 days of friendship”. My friend Amanda (syndicated radio host, podcaster, future author) allowed me on her podcast “Get Your Brave On” to chat about a unique friendship that went the distance of just 12 days.
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Worship pastor and songwriter Jon Reddick talks about upbringing, New Edition, 3 pieces of wisdom from the church stage, painting and drawing, and working with TobyMac.
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Worship pastor and songwriter Jon Reddick talks about upbringing, New Edition, 3 pieces of wisdom from the church stage, painting and drawing, and working with TobyMac.
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She made Christian music history with her debut single “My Jesus” going #1. The Kentucky native wanted to be an astronaut before God came knocking with different plans.
The loss of her brother became a catalyst moment for what would be her next adventure, and will we ever find out who the mysterious ‘foot’ belonged to on the tour bus?
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She made Christian music history with her debut single “My Jesus” going #1. The Kentucky native wanted to be an astronaut before God came knocking with different plans.
The loss of her brother became a catalyst moment for what would be her next adventure, and will we ever find out who the mysterious ‘foot’ belonged to on the tour bus?
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Like an onion with its many layers, Ryan Ellis has quite a story leading up to the now in his life. Originating from San Diego, a move to the East Coast, some song and dance experience,
Some military experience, and then the calling to sing and play. Here comes a fresh, new voice in Christian music.
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Like an onion with its many layers, Ryan Ellis has quite a story leading up to the now in his life. Originating from San Diego, a move to the East Coast, some song and dance experience,
Some military experience, and then the calling to sing and play. Here comes a fresh, new voice in Christian music.
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One night the phone rings, and Jeff’s mom answers, its Peter Furler on the other line asking if Jeff wants to come play with Newsboys. 27 years later, he’s still having fun.
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One night the phone rings, and Jeff’s mom answers, its Peter Furler on the other line asking if Jeff wants to come play with Newsboys. 27 years later, he’s still having fun.
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Celebrating her first debut release, “How Far”, Tasha walks me thru some of the new songs, summer plans, her Grand Ol’ Opry debut, and she agrees with me on who she should send her project to.
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Celebrating her first debut release, “How Far”, Tasha walks me thru some of the new songs, summer plans, her Grand Ol’ Opry debut, and she agrees with me on who she should send her project to.
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More than likely, you are singing a Phil Wickham song in church these days. His song “This is Amazing Grace” clocks in at 93 million streams alone. Chatting to me from his attic in San Diego, we get caught up on summer plans, guilty pleasures, and what’s next musically (maybe by the end of the year.)
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The lead singer of Casting Crowns reveals guilty pleasures, anxieties, and favorite comic book storylines.
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He wouldn’t let a jet ski accident road block his love for playing music, and he wouldn’t let a pandemic halt his dream to create as well. Lets visit the attic of, what some could say, the ‘viral sensation’ of Stephen Stanley.
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One of the emerging worship voices of Maverick City Music talks about his upbringing, his parents, his first real face-to-face with the living God, and what it’s like having the biggest pop star on the planet in your phone contacts.
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Off the farm and into your radio, here comes Ben Fuller. A very transparent, honest man with a great music career beginning to unfold. Here the story of a desperate son wanting so badly his father’s love and approval, to just a couple of years into sobriety, a relationship with Jesus, and learning to say “I love you.”
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In a very short period of time, Katy Nichole and her song “In Jesus Name” has taken Christian radio by storm. Hear this young, and fresh artist’s story.
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Connected to an instantly recognizable song “Oceans” from Hillsong United, Taya sets out on your own with her first solo project. She talks family, early childhood, worship, marriage, dead cats, warning labels, and being really bad at the cello.
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The Emmy nominated, “Queen of Clean” Chonda Pierce talks about her early beginnings at Opryland, dating apps, life on the road, and what is there still left to do?
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I catch up with one of my favorite Canadians right after moving south to Franklin, TN. Also, we celebrate sitting on top of the charts with “Weary Traveler” for a couple of weeks.
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Superbowl champion and NFL Hall of Famer Kurt Warner and “American Underdog” director Jon Erwin.
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This episode takes us to Oregon to meet RICHLIN, (Brandon Richardson). We talk Paisley, Oregon, basketball, Dwight Yoakam, Step Brothers, 2Pac, DC Talk, family, faith, and where he lands on the great debate of Spiderman/Batman.
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Rebecca Jones’s love for music began at a young age, serving behind the scenes in the events department at her church in Nashville, TN. This passion took her to Middle Tennessee State University where she graduated with a degree in Music Business.
She began her career in the music industry over 15 years ago at the Gospel Music Association, followed by The MWS Group, working directly with Michael W. Smith. author Frank Peretti and Amy Grant. Her next endeavor was booking artists like Switchfoot, Lincoln Brewster and Gungor at Elite Talent Agency, where she also played a role in jump-starting the career of hip-hop artist NF.
In 2015, Rebecca founded Redbird Artists Agency, where she is currently managing a roster primarily composed of independent worship leaders. In 2017, she founded Redbird Common - the first, purely CCM “writers in the round” series in the Nashville area.
Rebecca’s background brings with it, a wealth of knowledge and industry experience. Above all, she considers it a daily privilege to play a part in amplifying and expanding both her artists’ career and the platform they serve.
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Scott Christian Sava is an animator, illustrator, director, writer, and producer. Over the last twenty years, Scott’s work has brought some of the world's most beloved characters to life in film, television, comics, and games. From Casper the Friendly Ghost to the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers to Star Trek and Spider-Man. Scott's unique talents and vision have been called upon by Disney, Universal Studios, Nickelodeon, and more. In 2000 he founded Blue Dream Studios, which has produced work for Star Wars, X-Files, Aliens vs. Predator, Spider-Man, and other franchises, in addition to creating its own line of kids graphic novels. The studio's first feature film, “Animal Crackers”, is now on Netflix.
Scott and his wife and two kids live in Franklin, TN. Scott's mission, simply put, is to make "the world a kinder, gentler place, one story at a time. Follow Scott on TikTok @ssavaart
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What an unfolding story this Nigerian-born singer/songwriter shares in this episode.
Blessing came to America when he was six, having vision in only one eye, a few years later a backyard accident would remove sight completely.
That wouldn’t, didn’t, and still doesn’t stop this talented young man from chasing after a dream.
Also, who else do you know that would take a Barry White record to school in the 3rd grade?
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Skillet has been at it for 25 years, released 11 albums, constant touring, both in Christian and secular genres, and with the new release, “Dominion”, Corey chats with John about the new songs, John’s favorite Skillet song, and more.
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He’s calls himself a Nashville native, been in the music business for over 30 years. But when life threw him a curveball, and he had to sit on the sidelines for an inning or two, he learned to roll with it. Now in artist management, a chat with my pal Jimmy Wheeler.
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Celebrating 35 years in Christian music, this iconic artist has sold over 10 million albums, 25 albums released, 49 #1 radio singles, 5 Grammy Awards, 59 GMA Dove Awards, author, husband, father, and a giant bear in a Disney movie?
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Film director, producer, and screenwriter along with his brother Andrew have put together a nice IMDB list including “Woodlawn”, “I Can Only Imagine”, the “Jesus Music” documentary, and now “American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story” opening Christmas Day.
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It’s the final episode of 2021 with the artist that holds the record for most repeated guest (on this podcast). A couple of #1 songs in 2021, a couple of other songs for other artists atop the charts, a new Christmas album, a new book on the way, some Christmas themed questions to wrap up the year in a pretty holiday bow.
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Originating from Nashville, Riley Clemmons is heading into the holidays with the right spirit of Christmas. A talented singer, but you’ll hear a young woman who has strong family ties. Also, find out what family member was on Star Search back in the day.
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Canada’s favorite son has officially become a member of the ‘3 time podcast’ guest on this program. A new music project in the works that he’s slightly secretive about, plus that one time he threw his coat on stage at a rock show, plus what exactly happens on “Boxing Day”.
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Go back into the archives to Episode 32 to hear Tasha’s origin story, faith journey, her time on American Idol and touring with Katy Perry, but in this episode, it’s a chat about her new Christmas EP and a whole lot of holiday chatter.
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Songwriting, putting together a setlist, how it all started, with this singer/songwriter, performer, author, podcaster, husband, father, and Illinois native.
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We walk thru the archives of Brandon’s albums, what happened after the Provident deal ended, and what 2022 looks like for Centricity artist Brandon Heath.
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Linda is a learning and human development expert who works within professional baseball, (Go Cubs!) Linda’s first book is called “Million Dollar Adjustments”. Available now!
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Chris is the lead singer of Stars Go Dim. Originally from Oklahoma, now based in Nashville, working away in his home studio, we talk family, music, faith, podcasts, and hearing. Yes,…hearing.
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Imagine your dreams as a singer about to come true, and the big meeting is set. Then, the planes hit the towers on 9/11, and the meeting is cancelled. Did that stop Blanca from pursuing her dream? Find out in this episode.
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Originally from North Carolina, singer/songwriter Josh Baldwin is writing a song right now in his room above the garage for your church. Josh is a huge sports fan, named his son “Bear”, and will never, ever turn down a meal at Waffle House until otherwise notified.
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Dave Barnes is a triple threat, he can sing and write great songs, he’s genuinely funny enough for stand-up comedy, and a successful podcast “Dadville” is added to the list.
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He grew up loving CCM music, Penn State, and Hershey’s Chocolate. Getting his foot in the door as an intern at Gotee Records has led to a 20+ year career (and still going) working alongside artists like Ryan Stevenson, Jamie Grace, Finding Favour, Hollyn, Jennifer Knapp, and much more.
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His dad had a sweet van, a Pearl Jam concert was an eye-and-ear opener, he doesn’t look in the rearview mirror often, and what is it with the ‘honey bear grenades’?
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One of the biggest names in CCM music, Jeremy Camp has sold a bunch of albums, has a bunch of #1 songs, has a movie, has a family, and is genuinely a really nice guy. Also, this episode has a very special guest from Jeremy’s story that takes us all back to Cornerstone Festival in the 90’s.
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Fresh out of the recording studio of his first solo project, “Flourish”, Mike chats about the subtle differences between his solo work and previous Tenth Avenue North stuff. How to get 80 songs down to 11 songs. Recruiting family and siblings to help, and bringing back the art of album artwork.
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From Milwaukee, a former worship leader/truck driver gets a shot at American Idol, he came in 3rd, but ran with hit. With a quick stop in country music, he made his way to CCM where he’s been a staple to Christian radio playlists since 2014. We talk about his newest release, “Jesus People”.
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Jordan St. Cyr is a singer/songwriter from Canada. Hear about his early beginnings writing poetry and milking cows. His time in “Lady Venom”, and how his own song fed his soul during troubling times.
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Mac Powell is the former lead singer of Third Day. Now venturing into solo pursuits, find out where it all started musically for Mac, a Third Day lightning round of questions, when did he know it was time for something new, and an update on his wife of 25 years, Amy.
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Steve Ford is the General Manager at Centricity Music, home label to Lauren Daigle, Jordan Feliz, Unspoken, and more. From Los Angeles to Nashville, hear Steve’s story of faith, brokenness, redemption, and what gives a song the “there it is”!
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The former lead singer of Rascal Flatts has a new faith project out, and a solo country album on the way.
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Growing up in a family that had no musical ability, Patrick loved classic rock and jam bands. After attending a Passion conference, life changed, purpose birthed, and now Patrick is one of the fresh, new artists in CCM world that this podcast host has high hopes for.
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Born and raised in a small Kentucky town, Jordan Smith piled into a car with some friends and went to audition for The Voice singing competition. Winning Season 9 has opened some amazing doors for this talented singer.
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Originating in Australia, NEWSBOYS have been making music since 1985. In 2007, Peter Furler stepped away from the band, making room for Michael Tait, (previously with DC TALK and a solo career). Duncan Phillips and Michael Tait share stories of beginnings, influences, rebirth, fun facts, and what’s next for this iconic band in 2021.
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From growing up in Atlanta, hiding Weezer records under his bed, discovering a passion for performing in his teen years, to meeting his college roommate who would become the other half of APOLLO LTD, and what it’s like being a dad in a band.
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John is the SR. VP of A&R at Centricity Music. He’s had a long career in CCM world that goes back to the 70’s with the Speer Family. John has worked with many artists including Sandi Patty, Cindy Morgan, Point of Grace, Newsboys, Nichole Nordeman, Passion, Downhere, Matt Redman, Jason Gray, Unspoken, Lauren Daigle, Jordan Feliz, to name a few.
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Ellie Holcomb is the real life version of “Buddy the Elf”. Her new album is called “Canyon”. She talks songwriting, her life changing trip to the Grand Canyon, her dad Brown Bannister, her rockstar husband Drew Holcomb, and passes along some great advice to teachers.
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Coby James from North Carolina is a new, up and coming voice in CCM music. We talk upbringing, launching a career amidst a pandemic, faith, and his love for John Mayer.
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Originating from Eugene, Oregon, his dad was a hippie, and his mom was a mermaid. From his first vinyl purchases of jazz music, to borrowing his college roommates guitar, Mat has a unique story and music vibe. This chat takes place a few weeks before his release, “January Flower”.
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Cheerleading champion, Survivor TV Show contestant, singer/songwriter Baylor Wilson unpacks her story from a cheerleading childhood to Jesus in an old garage.
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A member of the country group Rascal Flatts, over 40 charted songs, 16 #1’s in country music, over 27 million albums sold, over 37 million digital downloads. Jay’s story, the origin of Rascal Flatts, and now a head of his own record label.
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It’s time for another peak behind the record industry curtain with Jeff Moseley, Founder of Fair Trade Services. Jeff’s roster includes MercyMe, Phil Wickham, and more. If you’ve ever wondered how much it costs to make a record, how to get a deal, and how is money made in streaming, this episode is for you.
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From Tyler, Texas – this singer, songwriter has a lot of energy, and siblings too!
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Grammy award winning Zach Williams talks about 2020, songwriting, award winning, creative writing class, and more.
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The former lead singer of Hawk Nelson publicly stated, “I no longer believe in God.” A year has passed since that statement, what’s life been like since?
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A long time in the making, a new album from Mercy Me, “Inhale/Exhale” is out and I chat with the lead singer about new music, bucket lists, post pandemic life, and a special guest(s) on the new album out now.
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From a sheltered and rebellious childhood, discovering James Taylor while vacuuming his dad’s church, staying clear of Smurfs and the Simpsons, Bear Rinehart has become one of the most recognizable voices in CCM music world. During this chat, a little ‘show and tell’ with vinyl, and a trip down memory lane.
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Jon Foreman chats nostalgia as Corey flips thru his cd carrier(s), playing the old songs again, and the new solo project, “Departures”.
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12 Grammy Awards, 23 Dove Awards, 15 Stellar Awards, author, mother, wife, and now grandma!
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Singer, songwriter, performer, and high-five enthusiast.
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From the state of Texas comes Josh Wilson, home of Buddy Holly and Mac Davis. Josh’s sound has evolved from a folk-type rock, to a very fresh, and relevant pop sound is can be heard on his song “Undeniable”. Corey and Josh are friends, so the inside jokes are at a minimum but the conversation feels genuine. Also, stay to the end for a special surprise.
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More than likely, you‘ve either heard a Chris Tomlin song, or you’ve sang a Chris Tomlin song in church. On this episode, you’ll hear about growing up in Texas, baseball cards, finally getting that first song on the radio, your songs being sung in other languages, is country music collaborations, if the phone were to ring – who would he like to work with, and is there still gas left in the tank?
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Singer, songwriter, worship leader, church staff member, author, wife, mom, and also upright bassist. Laura has stories about her trip to the Grammys, her early beginnings, family dynamics, and what she had hiding in her purse the night she won an award for “Blessings”.
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Korey Cooper plays guitar, keys, and writes songs for Skillet. She’s married to lead singer John Cooper. They have 2 kids, live in Wisconsin, and Korey has a laser focus on her life mission.
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Caleb Chapman is the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for Colony House. His father is CCM legend Steven Curtis Chapman, so you’ll get early childhood stories, being his dad’s band, a late night TV show appearance, and more.
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David Zach is the lead singer and songwriter for Remedy Drive as well as an advocate in the fight against human trafficking. The band has recorded three concept albums to shine a light on slavery and to celebrate the modern day abolition.
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Steve Taylor is a singer, songwriter, record producer, music executive, film maker, assistant professor, and actor. Personal opinion, he’s also super cool.
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Altar Boys lead singer, guitarist, and main songwriter Mike Stand chats about early beginnings, touring, songwriting, making a ‘miracle’ album, rockabilly, and now teaching 4th & 5th graders.
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Best-selling author, podcast host of “That Sounds Fun”, much sought after speaker, and owner of the “That Sounds Fun” Podcast Network. Annie has a new book called “That Sounds Fun”, and we talk about podcasting, horses, advice for my daughter, and a portion of Chapter One from her new book read by Annie herself.
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Mike McCloskey has been involved in many aspects of the Christian music industry, most prominently artist management, label, and live tour promotion for the last 20 years. He previously held the positions of executive vice president of artist management and label operations at sixstepsrecords and Management and chief operating officer at Awakening Events. Throughout his two-decade career, Mike has worked with such leading artists as Chris Tomlin, David Crowder, TobyMac, Casting Crowns, Matt Redman, Ryan Stevenson, and Passion, among others.
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Blaine is the Vice President of A & R at Provident Records. The signing of new artists, working alongside artists on song development and projects, he’s highly respected and very much loved by his roster (previous and current.) You’ll hear some familiar voices in CCM world and some familiar songs that he has had his hands in.
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Formed in the Midwest in the early 70’s, Resurrection Band toured the world in a big, red school bus with “JESUS” painted on the side. They are called “the most influential band in Christian music history”, and even though I’ve listened to their music since the early 80’s, this is my first time chatting with Glenn Kaiser.
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In the world of ‘editorial cartoons’, Gary Varvel is easily a top name on that list. Gary was The Indianapolis Star cartoonist for 24 years, and ran in syndication in many other papers. His cartoons seen by hundreds of thousands of people. In 2015 he was inducted into the Indiana Journalism Hall of Fame. Gary won the National Headliners Award,… the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award,…. National Cartoonists Society Reuben Award for Best Editorial Cartoonist Division, The Grambs Aronson Award, plus dozens of state awards. Gary has written and illustrated The Good Shepherd children's book plus he co-wrote and produced 2 films: The Board (2009) and The War Within (2014).
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The front man of Anberlin pulls back the curtain on early beginnings, signing a Tooth N’ Nail contract, his favorite Anberlin record, behind the scenes of music videos, and what might be next for band.
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Was it his high school performance of “Lonesome Valley” that kicked the door open for a singing career? From his DC Talk origins in Lynchburg, solo albums, and now a ‘revisiting’ of a 1972 Larry Norman classic, Kevin Max is always churning, always creating, and never resting.
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Big Daddy Weave has been making music for 20 years. From their origin(s) to the craft of writing songs, Mike shares about his musical journey, the passing of his father, and more.
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Kari sings the biggest worship song of 2020 with over 29 million streams, a new live album recorded during the pandemic with no audience, and she dishes out some solid marriage advice.
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Originating from Nevada, transported to Nashville, Abbie and Matt join me to chat about their new (and best) project “Faithful God” recorded during the 2020 pandemic, their newest member from “Team Blake”, and a realization about the new album cover that they may have missed.
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Celebrating 100 podcast episodes and chatting with one of my favorite artists. Post heart surgery, living with an “Eagle”, and celebrating 35 years of “Unguarded”.
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A decade of friendship with a CCM legend.
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Wait? What? I’ve asked my friend Sarah Taylor to step up to the microphone and do me the honors of asking some questions. But little did I know that Sarah would go the extra mile(s) and not only ask great questions, but bring in some special guests too. This is like being in the back row of your own funeral….still alive!
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Tenth Avenue North have decided to end this chapter, which finds Mike Donohey asking, ‘What now?”
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From Missouri, to South Dakota, and on to Nashville – Cade is an upcoming voice in CCM music.
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John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist and songwriter/producer for Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century. The two-time GRAMMY Award-nominated 12x platinum band has sold over 12 million albums worldwide. Their song “Monster” remains “one of the most-streamed rock songs of all-time” with 285 million global audio streams. Also a comic book creator, John released “Eden” and has sequel in the works. Also releasing in late November, is his first book.
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The West Coast Worship Leader from San Diego has been busy during the pandemic working on his follow up to “Living Hope”. We first met back in 2009, we talk career, his songwriting process, being silent for a month, and Footloose.
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What do you do when God puts the breaks on your plans…twice? Hope talks about her trajectory and her song, “Peace Be Still”.
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A chat with this Grammy nominated singer/songwriter from Nashville, TN. Whether it’s writing for others, (“Rescue Story” by Zach Williams, and “Sparrows” by Cory Asbury) or his latest song “Jericho”, Andrew has some great stories. We talk Palentine, IL, Bears, Richard Marx, Ryan Cabrera, Sobriety, Adoption, and more.
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An up-and-coming worship leader from Seacoast Church in South Carolina, part of the Bethel Music movement. You’ve sang his songs in church, “Graves into Gardens”, and “Rattle”, and you are hearing his song “I Need a Ghost” on Christian radio. We talk songwriting, collaborations, and hair products.
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For this episode only, I’m renaming him Chris “Babyface” Brown, former member of the rock band “Nimbus”, now singing church songs and wishing he could trade places with Richie Rich.
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After 35 + years, here comes the Yellow & Black Attack with their new album, “Even the Devil Believes”. Lead singer/guitarist Michael Sweet introduces you to the newest Stryper songs.
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He came in 2nd place on ABC’s “Rising Star” singing competition, and is working on his second project in CCM music.
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Tasha wanted to end her life at 18, but in her search for truth, she found it. Stories of her time in seminary, on the road with Katy Perry, and being who you are truly called to be.
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Jeromy Deibler of FFH catches us up on life in Orange County, and back in the day with FFH and 2 million albums sold.
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Four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated Tauren Wells talks about his beginnings, his first band Royal Tailor, collaborations, and Topo Chico. He also currently leads worship regularly at Elevation Church and Lakewood Church.
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Singing songs since their days in the dorm at Anderson University. Dave Frey talks Cubs, babies, murdering goldfish, teeth, and cassettes.
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His first band was at age 13, joined Head East in 1973, took over vocals for Petra for 20 years, and is still singing and recording to this day.
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Singer, songwriter, performer, author, and podcast host. Ryan takes a break from the busy to chat about his new book.
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Three siblings from Alabama, pastor’s kids, super harmonies and catchy songs. Meet Taylor, Madison, and Logan on this episode of What Else.
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Rebecca comes from a land ‘down under’, she began performing in the late 80’s, gold records and a Grammy in the 90’s, dozens of authored books, acting pursuits, and 2 million + records sold. After a musical hiatus, she is back with new music.
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JORDAN FELIZ is working on Album #3, hear the working title, what the new project might sound like, what he would teach at a college, and how much money a valet makes.
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NEEDTOBREATHE have a new project on August 28 called “Out Of Body”, hear about the project theme and what they each had to cancel to the dumpster fire called 2020.
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Music Video Director, Film Maker, Photographer. Andrew spent a year documenting Katy Perry, which led to a year with Van Halen. Bennett talks about his new book, “Eruption in the Canyon”.
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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the album, “Let It Be” by the Beatles, Ken Mansfield was the U.S. Manager of Apple Records – his book, “The Roof” details that final performance on the rooftop of Apple Records in London, and he gives us a glimpse of what he saw and heard being recorded in the studio that would lead to the finished album in 1970.
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Singer, songwriter, dad, worship leader, and husband to singer Kari Jobe. Cody’s newest project came out on the day the ‘quarantine’ really kicked in. The story behind is song “Run to the Father” and more.
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Singer, songwriter, performer, author, advocate, mom, wife, and friend.
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Chad Mattson may sing for Unspoken, but he can be described as outspoken. We chat upbringing, relationships, addictions, and how serving one another is good for both parties involved.
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The guy from Canada, the guy who tried out for a Queen thing, sounds just like, if not better, than Freddie Mercury, helped a guy win an Oscar, and is super cool? Yeah, that Marc Martel.
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Lead singer of a metal-screamo band, also polished pop CCM songs, oh – and he’s got a men’s grooming hair product line too. Get to know Matty (and check out Memphis Mayfire too).
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Rend Collective is from Ireland, but they are stuck in America due to quarantine. Gareth and I chat while he is on ‘Daddy Duty” about their new project, “Choose to Worship”, and a special surprise mid-episode that serves up our very first ‘time out’.
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“Good to Me” is the latest project from Rhett Walker. He is stuck at home due to quarantine so I forced him to talk with me.
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Matthew West has a new project called “Brand New” and is also stuck at home in quarantine. (You can hear his previous appearance on this podcast with episode 49).
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Leanna Crawford sings, has a horse, and a ukulele.
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Cory Asbury wrote a massive song called “Reckless Love”, then called ‘time out’ for one full year.
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From 7th place on American Idol, to a solo career launch, we get into the end of a season, a 3 year hiatus, and a fresh start with a new label, a new song, and a new baby.
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Hannah Kerr is on the front end of a great career in Christian music. Just finished college, about to get married, and writing and performing songs that are meeting people where they are. Get to know Hannah in this episode.
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WHEN ONE OF OUR HEROES DIES (Some Nerds talking about RUSH).
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A look back at 2019 with conversations highlights with Bob Carlisle, We The Kingdom, The Choir, The Afters, Building 429, Carrollton, Matt Maher, and Big Daddy Weave.
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Bob Carlisle has been singing all his life. Ever since the age of 7, his first band at age 11, his time with Allies, his solo career, his work in mainstream music, and the juggernaut song that still plays at most weddings, “Butterfly Kisses”, you’ve more than likely heard the voice, and now you get to meet the man behind it.
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Ed Cash and extended family bring a fresh sound to Christian radio. Ed already has a stellar resume’ with most of our favorite albums and songs under his production belt, but now he, along with this brother, 2 kids, and ‘brosin’, form We The Kingdom. Also, stick around for an amazing “warehouse performance” of “Holy Water”.
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Bill Gaither is a Christian music icon, a southern gospel legend. With 29 album releases, 9 of those charted, 2 Grammys, 17 Dove Awards, in his 80’s and still touring. Bill and his wife of 50+ years still live in Alexandria, Indiana – a mile from where he was born. These are 2 conversations, the first from 2017, and the second from 2019.
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Sometimes you remember very distinctly when you become a fan of someone’s work, other times it just seems like they were always there. Drew Holcomb is that kind of artist to me. How do you categorize his sound? Americana-folk-rock-singer-songwriter-middle of the road-soul? As we record this episode, the latest release is called “Dragons” featuring a song, twenty years in the making, about dealing with the death of his brother.
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Truly some of the hardest working artists, and the kindest as well – Carrollton from Louisville, KY are going thru a transition phase with a new lead singer and new members as old members have stepped away. You’ll learn some previous Carrollton history as drummer Michael Loy played for a much heavier band in the 90’s. A new season, new music, and new relationships with Carrollton.
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Dan Michaels, Steve Hindalong, and Derri Daugherty make up the Nashville based alternative pop band “The Choir”. I was turned on to them in the early 80’s with “15 Doors” and have never stopped appreciating the music they continue to put out 30+ years later. Dan (as we record this podcast) is with Fair Trade Records (19 years) but still finds time to let his creative flag fly with themed tours, new albums, and cover songs with “Choir” influenced versions (as you’ll hear at the end of this podcast).
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Joshua Havens and Matt Fuqua have been friends for a long time. The foundation of The Afters is that friendship, it will be hard to find 2 nicer guys in Christian music, and their band puts out quality song after song.
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Highlights from conversations with We Are Messengers, Chris August, Apollo LTD, Matt Maher, and Jason Roy of Building 429.
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From Scotland to America, after a few songs downloads on MYSPACE, America took notice. While in L.A., Jesus ran into Jamie, and turned his life upside down. HE was working with Toto, singing demos for Michael Jackson, but God had other plans.
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Robert Sweet from Stryper on the phone, brother Michael was under the weather. We talk current 2019 tour and 34 years ago this month, “Soldiers Under Command” and where did they get that van for the album cover? Those questions answered.
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I’ve had many conversations with Jason Gray over the years, and even in within this one, I learned even more about him as a person, a father, a singer/songwriter, and friend. A crazy childhood, Paul Simon, a Duran Duran term paper, a possible abduction, divorce, falling in love again, surrendering to God, and a one-of-a-kind Paul McCartney cover song you won’t hear anywhere else.
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Celebrating 20 years as a band with Building 429, Jason Roy sits down for a very candid and transparent conversation about the ups and downs of being a professional musician, his early beginnings, his love for classic rock, his upbringing, starting the band, the highs and lows, including the low of just being dropped from a major label (as we record this episode) and launching into another phase of their career as independent(s), label owners, and still traveling professional musicians.
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As of this recording, Matthew West has signed a new label deal with Provident, alongside Casting Crowns, Matt Maher, and others. We talk early childhood, being a pastor’s kid, college, being an independent artist at the beginning, fear, and what Matthew is most excited about with his career and talents.
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Matt Maher showed up on Episode 24 back in September of 2018 (over the phone) if you want his ‘origin’ story, go listen to that episode. This episode is face-to-face and covers a multitude of topics, like songwriting, movie soundtracks, learning to ride a bike, Star Wars, Spiderman, touring, set lists, that one song, and more.
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Mike Weaver of “Big Daddy Weave”.
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From a very small town in Ireland comes Darren Mulligan with a guitar, brutal honesty, raw and passionate music, and an incredibly thick accent that will make you want to have him read a phone book or an instruction manual for you. His band, We Are Messengers, is a sight to see live, and when we are recording this podcast, he is working on new music for 2019.
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He’s Centricity Music’s new shining star from Washington. His brand new release is called “Healthy Snacks”, and not only will you get to know rapper PEABOD, but you’ll get to hear songs from his new project. Thanks to Centricity Music for permission to thump some tasty beats, and may you enjoy getting to know Isaac Peabody, a.k.a. PEABOD.
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Michael Cochren is from Winslow, Indiana. He plays the piano, guitar, sings, and is on the Gotee record label. Michael’s song “Church (Take Me Back)” is currently making its way to the Christian music airwaves.
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The San Diego band roar into 2019 with a new album “Native Tongue” that transpired from what was supposed to be a yearlong break. Tim Foreman, bass guitar, walks us through the new songs and sheds some light on the stories behind them.
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Ken Mansfield – January 30th, 2019 is the 50th anniversary of the last time the Beatles would ever play together in a ‘live’ setting. It was on a rooftop of their record label, 40+ minutes, and audio that would eventually be used for the album, “Let It Be”. There were only a few ‘employees’ on the roof that day, and if you google photos, you’ll see a man with a white coat. Ken Mansfield worked for Apple Records and was there that day.
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In September of 2014, I was at a conference that Plumb performed at. She knocked me over, I already knew she could sing, but her story is what struck me as powerful. Fast forward to a radio tour in May of 2015, and I had the privilege of interviewing her on our morning show. The other female voice you will hear is my co-host, Melanie. So into the archives we go Tiffany Lee, a.k.a. Plumb.
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Kevin Matthews is the reason why I’m doing what I’m (still) doing in radio broadcasting. His time at WLUP in Chicago is legendary to “Kev-Heads” around the Midwest and beyond. It wasn’t just Kevin either - it was also sports announcer “Jim Shorts”, Darnell, Devon, Ronald Reagan, Elvis, Pee Wee Herman, and a cast of others, all flowing out of the mouth and brain of Kevin. Kevin has written a book called “Broken Mary” that has given him a much different perspective on life. Pardon me while I geek out talking to my hero, Kevin Matthews.
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Looking back on 2018, my first podcast experience, I like it so much that I started another one featuring sports called “Sports Yak”. Episode 39 of “What Else?” features highlights from this past year including Mac Powell, Matt Maher, Citizen Way, Radio Icon Kevin Matthews, Sanctus Real, We Are Messengers, and up-and-comers Apollo LTD. Happy New Year!
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That’s the theme for this podcast. This episode has many turns and twists as it features Christmas parody songs I have created through the years, some on-air contests, a few audio moments with my kids when they were much smaller, but staying in theme with this podcast, a couple of archive interviews, Peter Billingsly from “A Christmas Story” and Angela Cartright from “The Sound of Music” and “Lost in Space”.
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Singer / songwriter / surfer from Atlanta, GA. His first concert was the Allman Brothers with his dad, (the pastor), he snuck into Chris Tomlin’s concert, he’s been to the White House, and he’s written some great songs like “Good Good Father”.
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APOLLO L-T-D. Two college roommates from Nashville making music. From their early beginnings, musical influences, lofty dreams, band ups-and-downs, and one truly awesome story about Dave Grohl.
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Tenth Avenue North have a new EP entitled, “The Things We’ve Been Afraid to Say”, and lead singer Mike D. walks us thru every song on the EP.
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Singer / songwriter Josh Wilson pulls back the curtain on songwriting, inspiration, his love for John Mayer, and an appetizer of his latest song “Borrow”.
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One of the most legendary, iconic voices in Christian music, this conversation with Russ Taff will hopefully inspire you, humble you, and encourage you to step out in faith with the secrets you have tucked away, because we all do. Russ’ hard road started very early, and that’s where this conversation starts.
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For 4 years, you could see Tasha dancing around the stage singing back up to Katy Perry dressed as a purple cupcake. That’s just part of the story that’s unfolding of Tasha and her new music in CCM world. She’s seen a lot of the globe, met a lot of people, but loves to be connected to the local church, and is ready for us to hear her new music.
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There are people who are naturally funny, and there are people that need to work at it. The cartoonish southern style of speaking leads me to believe that Chonda is naturally funny. Almost like a cartoon voiceover actor, Chonda is the ‘Queen of Clean” comedian, with 10 comedy albums, multiple books, tv specials, and quite a story. From her start as a Minnie Pearl impersonator at Opryland, to audiences of thousands listening to funny stories about being born in a cab, her mom’s wig, misplacing her husband’s body,….(really.)
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A simple conversation in a simple cab driven by a simple man. Ron picked us up at the Mirage in Las Vegas late one night. You get to hear 5 minutes of a 15 minute ride, but it’s a ‘fly on the wall’ chat. Short and sweet episode this week.
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For King and Country: 2 brothers who are not strangers to the CCM entertainment / ministry world. They worked behind the scenes with their older sister Rebecca St. James, and then in 2011, decided to take a shot at global domination with easily one of the best live shows to date. Joel and Luke sit down with me deep in the dressing room of a South Bend venue and let me ask them questions about the past, the present, and the future.
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Singer/Songwriter Chris August started tickling the keys of a piano at 15, and from there he learned his craft not only on instruments but in production as well. A short lived label deal with Geffen Records, a short lived stay in California, then his first single in CCM world goes #1. Today, he’s an independent artist with a no-rules, no holds barred, new album called “Seasons”.
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In Elkhart, Indiana – Allen Stewart has a garage in his backyard that is built to look just like the “Hall of Justice” from the Super-Friends cartoons. The garage is actually a museum that holds more than 50,000 comics, action figures, movie props, and more. Learn in this episode more about the Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum, and how much of a comic nerd I am as well.
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From the archives, ZACH WILLIAMS introduces us to “Chainbreaker”, plus a sneak peek and my other podcast, “SPORTS YAK”. Enjoy.
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Called the “Queen of Christian Pop”, 30 million albums sold worldwide, 6 Grammys, even more Doves. And hopefully you’ll hear it in this interview, the most down to earth person, a kind hearted woman with a graceful heart, and songs that have stood the test of time. Recorded at Blue Gate Theatre in a giant back room, September 7th 2018.
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From Canada, to Arizona, to Nashville, and a few stories in between. Matt Maher not only writes and sings, but he’s also a ______________. Oops, you’ll just have to listen to the podcast to find out how he stays in contact with his dudes.
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One of the biggest Christian Music artists of all time, with one of the biggest songs of all time as well, so big - they made a movie about it. Mike has been with MercyMe since the beginning, and we catch up in 2018 in a basement dressing room, talk influences, just how big “I Can Only Imagine” is/was, and what life is like being a touring musician.
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Zach Bonner is the oldest brother of 4, (Jesse, Jake and Morgan) who together form “Bonray”. You won’t find a nicer family than these kiddos. Check out this podcast and become a fan early on the front end of their up and coming career.
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From a very small town in Ireland comes Darren Mulligan with a guitar, brutal honesty, raw and passionate music, and an incredibly thick accent that will make you want to have him read a phone book or an instruction manual for you. His band, We Are Messengers, is a sight to see live, and when we are recording this podcast, he is working on new music for 2019.
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Recorded at a local fair, so grab a seat along a picnic table and lean into a chat with one of Christian Music’s biggest names.
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From youth pastor to a CCM artist who really etched a spot on many playlists. This singer/songwriter is quite the storyteller too – and you’ll hear a few from our conversation in this week’s episode.
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Name another sports mascot before the San Diego Chicken? Google a “Best Sports Mascots of All Time”, and the Chicken usually tops the list. Ted Giannoulas took a job dressed as a chicken for a rock station in San Diego during his sophomore year in 1974 for $2 an hour. As they say, the rest is history, or ... as you hear in this this week’s podcast episode.
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Open, transparent, honest, funny, heartfelt, broken, but faithful - that’s just the person that Alisa is. She’s also a powerful singer, up and coming singer/songwriter, and has so many stories to tell and a lot of life yet to live.
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He’s Centricity Music’s new shining star from Washington. His brand new release is called “Healthy Snacks”, and not only will you get to know rapper PEABOD, but you’ll get to hear songs from his new project. Thanks to Centricity Music for permission to thump some tasty beats, and may you enjoy getting to know Isaac Peabody, a.k.a. Peabod.
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Sometimes artists stop by the studio and I’ll throw them into a recording studio and ask tons of questions to use later on my morning show. These are 2 examples of those answers with MARK HALL from CASTING CROWNS and MIKE & JEFF from TENTH AVENUE NORTH. Plus, if you stick around til the end, there’s a podcast “Easter egg” from CROWDER as well.
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Jen Ledger was in her late teens when she auditioned for Skillet. She didn't really even want the gig, but when she got it, Jen said, "...maybe 2 years." A decade later, thousands and thousands of fans seeing her play live, she has stepped out into a solo spotlight. What did she play for her audition, does she feel like she missed out on her adolescence, if she wasn't performing, what would she be doing? What does a day off look like? All these questions answered on this week's podcast.
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For King and Country: 2 brothers who are not strangers to the CCM entertainment / ministry world. They worked behind the scenes with their older sister Rebecca St. James, and then in 2011, decided to take a shot at global domination with easily one of the best live shows to date. Joel and Luke sit down with me deep in the dressing room of a South Bend venue and let me ask them questions about the past, the present, and the future.
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From the great state of Texas comes a former youth pastor, superfan of ‘Shane and Shane’, and a pretty funny individual with Youtube views in the millions.
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Did you know “Heath” is / was his middle name? A very talented singer, songwriter from Nashville, TN opens up about his career, childhood, celebrity weddings, and his recent release “Faith, Hope, Love, Repeat”.
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Sanctus real came on the scene in the mid-90s and immediately started leaving a trail of hit songs for Contemporary Christian radio. But all good things come to an end, or do they? What happens when the lead singer wants to go separate ways? Do you call it quits, do you decide to push forward, do you find a new lead singer? All these questions are answered in the 10th episode of "What Else".
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Jordan Feliz - One of the newest voices in CCM music, this young man is full of talent, creativity, and a passion for the message of his music to go great distances.
Caitie Hurst – Labelmate to Jordan (at Centricity Music), this young lady is dipping her toe in the CCM world with a catchy new song.
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I’ve been a fan since his debut project in 2012. You might be familiar with songs like “Come To The River”, or “When Mercy Found Me”. Then Rhett disappeared from the CCM world for a bit. He has come roaring back with a new song, “Say Hello”. Stick around 'til the very end of this episode for an exclusive performance of “Murderer"!
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Kevin Matthews is the reason why I’m doing what I’m (still) doing in radio broadcasting. His time at WLUP in Chicago is legendary to “Kev-Heads” around the Midwest and beyond. It wasn’t just Kevin either - it was also sports announcer “Jim Shorts”, Darnell, Devon, Ronald Reagan, Elvis, Pee Wee Herman, and a cast of others, all flowing out of the mouth and brain of Kevin. Kevin has written a book called “Broken Mary” that has given him a much different perspective on life. Pardon me while I geek out talking to my hero, Kevin Matthews.
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Ben Calhoun is the lead singer of Citizen Way. He reminds me of a mix of a carnival barker, circus showman, rock star, and decent human being. Plus, at the end of the podcast, a big announcement (for me at least) about an upcoming podcast episode.
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This episode is a double dose of goodness. Brett Culp is an acclaimed filmmaker and keynote speaker. I became a fan of his work with his film, “Legends of the Knight”, and since then he has another release entitled “Look To The Sky” (available on Hulu) and a companion book as well.
Bob Goff is one of the best storytellers I have ever heard speak. His first book “Love Does” was inspiring, and his latest, “Everybody Always” is now available.
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I’ve loved Stryper since the first time I heard them back in the mid 80s. They have another new project out, a new bass player, a new tour, and someone’s dog recently passed.
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The iconic Christian band Third Day has called it quits… for now. Mac Powell chats about the farewell tour and what’s next for him.
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He was the only American Idol contestant I ever voted for. Danny Gokey has a pretty amazing voice - I wonder if other people in cars heard him sing while he drove a semi truck for a job? That and more in this episode.
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Bart Millard of MercyMe talks about his new movie “I Can Only Imagine”, what it was like being on set for the first time, and how ELO’s song ended up in the opening scene.
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