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William Ryan, III
20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the countdown keeps moving with new music climbing the chart, including a strong debut from Cochren & Co. We also welcome the WBCL Radio Network to the 20 family as our Station of the Week and celebrate their 50 years of ministry on the air.In the news, we take you to the Ark Encounter for the kickoff of the world's largest Christian music festival, hear about Joel Smallbone's latest movie role alongside his wife Moriah, and break down the newly announced Dove Award nominations, including one of the toughest categories of the year: Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year.We'll also hear from this week's Future Fan Favorite winner, Tate Butts, and introduce two brand-new Fresh Finds from Katy Nichole and Red Rocks Worship & Chris Brown.Plus, we'll count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music, according to this week's chart, on another exciting edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Zach Williams looks to hold onto the top spot, but Josiah Queen and CeCe Winans are right behind him and making things interesting. We'll also see who earns this week's Biggest Mover honors and welcome a brand-new song to the countdown.In Artist News, Leanna Crawford shares some exciting family news, Francesca Battistelli opens up about returning with new music after an eight-year break, and Seph Schlueter announces a new children's book inspired by one of his biggest songs.You'll also hear this week's Station of the Week, check out two brand-new Future Fan Favorite songs, and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music on this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're celebrating some exciting artist news from Jeremy Rosado, taking to the skies with Natalie Layne for a one-of-a-kind performance, and highlighting one of this week's biggest new Christian music releases. Plus, we revisit a favorite from Stars Go Dim in this week's Throwback and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. Thanks for listening! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III counts down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and catches you up on what's happening with some of your favorite artists.You'll hear about Matthew West's unforgettable trip to Alaska, Britt Nicole's first performance at Nashville's legendary Ryman Auditorium, and Brandon Lake's recent appearance on CBS Mornings, where he shares the heart behind his music.Plus, we shine the spotlight on our Station of the Week, KGBA & KROP in El Centro, California, celebrate another Future Fan Favorite, and count down all the way to this week's biggest song in Christian music.Thanks for listening to 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, one of the year's biggest songs continues its run at the top, but the race is getting tighter as several familiar favorites continue to climb. There's a brand new debut from Forrest Frank, strong upward movement from Micah Tyler and TobyMac, and another shakeup inside the Top 10.You'll also hear the latest artist news, including Lauren Daigle celebrating the Fourth of July in front of more than 400,000 people in Nashville, Joel Smallbone marking 13 years of marriage with a look back at his wedding day, and Steven Curtis Chapman sharing why he never takes the freedom to live out his faith for granted.Plus, we'll introduce two brand new Future Fan Favorite contenders and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. Thanks for listening to 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a familiar favorite is back in the spotlight as a former chart-topper makes a big move toward the top, while two brand new songs make their chart debut. We also count down another week of the biggest songs in Christian music and find out which artist claims the number one spot.Along the way, Ben Fuller shares what God has been teaching him as his ministry continues to grow, Jeremy Camp joins Dude Perfect for a special night that ends with worship and the Gospel, and Matthew West reflects on true freedom after taking part in a powerful Independence Day celebration in Washington, D.C.You'll also hear last week's Future Fan Favorite winner, cast your vote between new songs from Leanna Crawford and Megan Woods, and we'll spotlight our Station of the Week, KETQ in Yuba City, California.Thanks for listening to another edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Join William Ryan III as he counts down this week's biggest songs in Christian music on 20 The Countdown Magazine!This week, there's a new song making its debut in the Top 20, while several artists continue their climb toward the top of the chart. You'll hear music from Matthew West, CeCe Winans, Elevation Rhythm, Zach Williams, MercyMe, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, We The Kingdom, Josiah Queen, Jamie MacDonald, Tauren Wells, and more.Along the way, we'll hear about CAIN's upcoming Live and in Worship Tour, Leanna Crawford's new behind-the-scenes video series leading up to her upcoming album, and Anne Wilson celebrating the release of her brand-new book, Rebel.Plus, we'll introduce this week's Future Fan Favorite nominees and reveal which station we're recognizing as our Station of the Week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, several songs continue their climb toward the top of the chart, including a strong move from CeCe Winans and a Top 10 breakthrough for Josiah Queen. You'll also hear music from MercyMe, Zach Williams, Elevation Worship, We The Kingdom, Phil Wickham, Caleb & John, and more.We'll take a trip back to 2018 for this week's Throwback with Tauren Wells and his hit song "Known."Plus, we'll spotlight our Station of the Week, WFST in Caribou, Maine, a longtime affiliate serving listeners in the northeastern corner of the United States.And don't forget to cast your vote in this week's Future Fan Favorite matchup featuring new music from Dan Bremnes and Jon Reddick. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
On this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're counting down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and checking in with listeners around the world. You'll hear from our Station of the Week, 97.3 JCFM The Rock Radio in the Philippines, revisit a 2012 favorite from Sidewalk Prophets in our Throwback feature, and vote on two brand-new Future Fan Favorite contenders from CAIN and Ellie Holcomb. Plus, we'll share stories about Brandon Lake bringing worship to CMA Fest, CAIN opening up about identity and success, and Maverick City Music leading worship at Walt Disney World. Join William Ryan III for two hours of music, artist stories, and encouragement on this week's countdown. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we've got plenty of movement across the chart, including a couple of artists making big jumps toward the Top 5 and a familiar favorite continuing an impressive run near the top.You'll hear music from MercyMe, CeCe Winans, Zach Williams, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, Blessing Offor, Caleb & John, and more. Plus, we'll take a trip back to 1998 for this week's Throwback with FFH.Along the way, we'll celebrate some exciting life news from Emerson Day, hear about a unique airborne performance from The Afters, and share a special moment between CeCe Winans and a newly drafted NFL player.We'll also feature this week's Future Fan Favorite winner and tell you about two brand-new songs competing for your votes.Thanks for listening, and enjoy this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Caleb & John celebrate a huge Grand Ole Opry moment with Steven Curtis Chapman, Phil Wickham heads to the baseball field in Kentucky for a special first pitch, and Michael W. Smith invites fans on an unforgettable cruise through Norway’s fjords.Plus, new music keeps climbing, the Future Fan Favorite winner is revealed, and one artist earns another week at the top of the chart.You’ll also hear this week’s 20XTRA song, “The Blessing” from Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s a shakeup near the top of the chart as several artists continue making big moves heading into summer! CeCe Winans climbs higher into the Top 10, Phil Wickham debuts a brand new song on the chart, and we throw it back to Matthew West’s 2016 hit “Grace Wins.”You’ll also hear the latest Christian music news, including Forrest Frank turning a fan challenge into a brand new music project, CeCe Winans announcing her first-ever devotional book, and thousands gathering in Washington, D.C. for Rededicate 250 with worship led by Chris Tomlin.Plus, we crown a new Future Fan Favorite winner and introduce two brand new songs for you to vote on for next week’s show! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Fresh music, big stories, and a brand new artist hit the countdown this week on 20 The Countdown Magazine. Bay Turner makes his debut on the chart and shares the story behind his new song, plus we catch up with Phil Wickham about an exciting new project coming later this year. We also spotlight our Station of the Week from the Caribbean and bring you this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner. Plus, Matthew West, MercyMe, Elevation Worship, Zach Williams, and more battle it out across this week’s Top 20. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s plenty of movement across the Top 20 as some longtime favorites continue battling for the top spot and a few newer songs keep gaining momentum. Blanca returns to the countdown with her new song “I’m Yours” featuring Ryan Ellis, and she shares the story behind the track.You’ll also hear the latest Christian music news, including Phil Wickham announcing a brand new book called Everyday Hallelujah, an update on Natalie Grant after a recent medical emergency, and an unforgettable moment as Terrian performs “Testimony” alongside a young fan whose personal story makes the song hit even deeper.Plus, we spotlight WWWA Maine in Portland, Maine as our Station of the Week, celebrate Holly Brand winning this week’s Future Fan Favorite with “I Know Somebody,” and preview two brand new songs battling for your votes this week.It’s two hours packed with the biggest songs in Christian music, artist stories, encouragement, and a few surprises along the way on 20 The Countdown Magazine. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a brand new artist makes her countdown debut, Phil Wickham celebrates 20 years since his very first album, and Andrew Ripp shares the story behind his song “I’d Do It Again.” Plus, We The Kingdom takes us inside their new song “Rescue Me,” we throw it back to TobyMac in 2010, and your votes decide this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner. All that, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music, coming up on 20 The Countdown Magazine. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the chart is packed with music from Phil Wickham, For King & Country, MercyMe, TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, Caleb & John, and more. Plus, Casting Crowns teams up with Matthew West for this week’s 20XTRA, and Unspoken picks up the Future Fan Favorite win with “Walk With Me.” You’ll also hear artist clips from several of this week’s biggest songs as we count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, one of the biggest songs in Christian music holds strong at the top as the competition tightens right behind it. You’ll hear hits from Phil Wickham, For King & Country, MercyMe, and Katy Nichole, plus a throwback to Mandisa’s “Good Morning” that’ll take you back to 2012.Micah Tyler takes the win as this week’s Future Fan Favorite, and we’ve got two new songs from Unspoken and Seph Schlueter up for your vote.Thanks for spending part of your weekend with us, let’s count ‘em down. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got a packed chart with some big moves and powerful songs you won’t want to miss.You’ll hear music from Phil Wickham, For King & Country, Katy Nichole, TobyMac, MercyMe, and more, plus a special throwback to “Start A Fire” from Unspoken.We also spotlight David Leonard as this week’s Future Fan Favorite with “Well Done,” and introduce two new songs up for your vote from Micah Tyler and Franni Cash.Plus, we’ve got the latest in Christian music news, including a surprise on-stage proposal from Ben Fuller, baby news from Emerson Day, and a story from Forrest Frank that proves sometimes the unexpected turns into something bigger than you imagined.It’s all right here on 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan III. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s a lot happening across the chart, including some big movement in the top 10 and a few standout songs continuing to build momentum.We’ve got brand new music making waves, plus a strong showing from some of your favorite artists like TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, and MercyMe.Plus, our Future Fan Favorite winner goes to Jamie MacDonald with “Ain’t No Way,” and we’ve got two new songs up for your vote from Ryan Stevenson and David Leonard.We’re also celebrating Easter weekend with a special 20XTRA from Phil Wickham, and highlighting our Station of the Week, KICY, serving listeners in Alaska and beyond.And as always, we’re counting down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music… all leading up to this week’s number one. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s a big shakeup at the top of the chart as a brand new number one takes over after a three-week run!You’ll hear music from favorites like TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, Lauren Daigle, and Anne Wilson, plus a powerful Throwback from Third Day.We’ll also check out the latest in Christian music news, including new music connected to House of David, a brand new book from Steven Curtis Chapman, and a major tour kickoff from Third Day.Plus, we reveal your Future Fan Favorite winner and give you two new songs to vote on for next week.It’s all coming up on 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
On this week’s episode of 20 The Countdown Magazine, we count down the biggest songs in Christian music, hear from artists along the way, and spotlight another great Throwback with Cory Asbury’s 2020 hit, “The Father’s House.” We also reveal this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner, Natalie Layne with “The Long Way,” and open up voting for next week between Stars Go Dim’s “Holy” and Cade Thompson’s “That’s What The Cross Is For.” Plus, we’ve got the latest artist news and all the momentum happening across this week’s Top 20. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the race at the top stays tight as familiar favorites keep battling for position and several big songs continue building momentum across the chart. You will hear movement inside the Top 10, a strong showing from some of Christian music’s biggest voices, this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner, and a throwback to 2013 with Hawk Nelson’s Words. Plus, we spotlight OPM Rise Up Radio in the Philippines as our Station of the Week. Listen all the way to the end to see who claims the number one spot this week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s plenty happening across the chart as familiar favorites hold strong, new momentum builds, and a few songs make important moves toward the top 🎙️ We also catch up with artist news, including Jamie MacDonald opening up in a new interview, Megan Woods announcing a devotional inspired by I Believe You, and Jeremy Rosado teasing a return to The Voice. Plus, we throw it back to 2006 with How Great Is Our God from Chris Tomlin, welcome WMNZ to the countdown family, and feature We The Kingdom as this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner with Rescue Me 🙌📻 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the chart is packed with big moves, powerful worship moments, and a few songs making serious momentum toward the top.You’ll hear music from Phil Wickham, TobyMac, MercyMe, Katy Nichole, Jeremy Camp, Chris Tomlin, and more, plus a spotlight on our Station of the Week, 102.5 The Vine FM. Our Future Fan Favorite winner, Tasha Layton, breaks through in a big way, and we’ve got two brand-new songs up for your vote.We also open up the 20XTRA vault for a worship anthem that continues to impact the global Church.All that, the latest artist news, and the full Top 20 countdown, only on 20 The Countdown Magazine. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, MercyMe has a big night at the Grand Ole Opry celebrating the upcoming I Can Only Imagine 2, and Bart Millard gets to watch his son make his Opry debut. Lauren Daigle checks another iconic venue off the list with a stunning performance at Carnegie Hall alongside Jamie MacDonald, and we tag along with CAIN for a Disney birthday celebration.There’s a lot of movement inside the Top 10, a powerful Future Fan Favorite from Brian and Katie Torwalt, and your votes are now open between new music from Tasha Layton and Cochren & Co. Plus, the 20 Throwback takes us back to 2016 for the song that introduced many of us to Zach Williams.All that, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music this week, counted down from coast to coast. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we are counting down the biggest songs in Christian music as the chart keeps shifting and several fan favorites continue to climb.You will hear powerful new music from artists like TobyMac, Lauren Daigle, Anne Wilson, and for KING & COUNTRY, plus a special 20XTRA feature you will not want to miss. We are also spotlighting our Future Fan Favorite winner, Jaye King, and giving you two brand-new songs to vote on for next week’s show.In our news segment, we share updates on an upcoming worship documentary connected to one of the earliest known Christian hymns, a brand-new book announcement from songwriter Stephen McWhirter, and an encouraging conversation from Family Life Radio’s Life in Session series about learning to live loved.Our Station of the Week is Positive Radio in the UK, who has been part of the 20 family since 2008.All that, plus the full Top 20 countdown and the stories behind the songs that are impacting listeners around the world. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re counting down the biggest songs in Christian music and celebrating some really cool moments happening across the industry.We recap a standout weekend at the GRAMMY Awards, where Christian artists were recognized on one of the world’s biggest stages, including wins from familiar names you hear every week on the countdown. It’s encouraging to see faith-filled music reaching far beyond Christian radio.We also talk about a new book announcement from MercyMe’s Bart Millard, sharing the story behind one of the band’s most powerful songs and its connection to the upcoming I Can Only Imagine 2 movie.Plus, CCM Magazine just released a new cover story featuring Colton Dixon, and we hear him open up about life, faith, and the heart behind a song that’s been climbing the chart.Along the way, we spotlight our Station of the Week, Shine 104.9, look back with a 20 Throwback from MercyMe, and reveal this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner, along with two new songs you can vote on right now.And of course, the countdown delivers plenty of movement, big moments, and music you don’t want to miss. Press play and count it down with us. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
There’s plenty of movement throughout the chart, including some strong climbs, familiar favorites holding their ground, and a brand-new song stepping into the top spot. We also spotlight a powerful Throwback from Mac Powell, plus celebrate this week’s Future Fan Favorite Winner and introduce two new songs you can vote on for next week.You’ll also hear from our Station of the Week, Vision Christian Media in Australia, the largest network we partner with, airing 20 on nearly 800 stations across the country.Thanks for being part of the countdown and supporting the artists, stations, and songs that make this show possible. Let’s get into the Top 20 Christian songs of the week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re counting down the Top 20 Christian songs in the country and celebrating the music that’s connecting with listeners right now.You’ll hear this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner, chosen by you, along with our Station of the Week spotlight. We’re also sharing encouraging news from across the Christian music world, including new family milestones, upcoming releases, and exciting film news fans won’t want to miss.Along the way, we throw it back with a song that still hits home years later and highlight artists whose songs are shaping worship and everyday faith right now.If you love discovering new music, celebrating the stories behind the songs, and being part of a community that votes and listens together, this episode is for you. Tune in and count it down with us. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re counting down the Top 20 Christian songs of the week, filled with powerful lyrics, honest faith moments, and music that’s connecting with listeners everywhere. You’ll hear big moves on the chart, meaningful stories behind the songs, and a few moments that remind us why these songs matter in the first place. Settle in and enjoy the countdown from start to finish. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week’s 20 The Countdown Magazine episode featured the latest Top 20 chart, along with a 20XTRA spotlight from MercyMe, Make It Well, stepping into the slot normally held by Future Fan Favorite, for this week only.In NEWS, CeCe Winans reached a massive audience on CBS’s New Year’s Eve Live from Nashville, performing her new version of Lean On Me with the historic Fisk Jubilee Singers, a collaboration that stood out from the night’s performances. Phil Wickham crossed into a new creative lane voicing David in the animated musical David, a milestone he called a personal dream fulfilled. Matthew West shared the moment he chose to put God first at 13 in an I Am Second interview, a reminder that big faith decisions often happen long before public ministry or music careers begin. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
It’s our Year End Countdown, counting down the biggest Christian songs of 2025. From breakthrough artists to familiar favorites, this special episode highlights the songs that defined the year and the moments listeners connected with most.You’ll hear chart topping hits from Phil Wickham, Crowder, Brandon Lake, Jamie MacDonald, MercyMe, TobyMac, and more, plus two Future Fan Favorite winners that made their mark along the way.Whether these songs carried you through a tough season, a moment of worship, or a drive you’ll never forget, this countdown is a celebration of the music and messages that shaped 2025.Thanks for listening, and for being part of the 20 The Countdown Magazine family. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
It’s Christmas Around The World on 20 The Countdown Magazine. For this special holiday episode, we’re stepping away from the countdown and taking a global look at how Christmas is celebrated, with voices from listeners, radio stations, and artists from around the world.You’ll hear a festive mix of classic and new Christmas songs from many of the artists you normally hear on the show, along with stories and traditions that make the season meaningful in different places. No chart positions this week, just great music, shared moments, and plenty of Christmas spirit. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the chart shifted again with solid climbs from Jeremy Camp, Phil Wickham, Josiah Queen with Brandon Lake, and steady momentum from Crowder. Jamie MacDonald came into the week defending her #1 spot, and the only way to know if she keeps it is to listen.Our 20XTRA feature this week comes from Rachel Lampa with Stacie Orrico and their track “Blessed.” You can vote now for next week’s Future Fan Favorite pick between Danny Gokey’s “The Moment The Whole World Changed” and Sanctus Real’s “Hope Begins.”We also highlight our Station of the Week, Extreme Online Radio in the Philippines, led by Macgerald Buguay. They’re one of seven stations in the country airing 20, and they joined the family just a few weeks ago. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we are loaded up with great music, some big stories from your favorite artists, and a brand new Future Fan Favorite winner. We will take a look at MercyMe’s 2018 hit “Grace Got You” in our Throwback segment, and we will hear from artists like Phil Wickham, Lauren Daigle, Jeremy Camp, and more as they move around the chart.We also have fresh news from the Christian music world, including Lauren Daigle, CeCe Winans, and Phil Wickham coming together for a global event celebrating one billion Bible App installs, Chris Tomlin kicking off the holidays in New York City, and CeCe Winans heading home to Detroit for a special Thanksgiving moment.Plus, your votes decided this week’s Future Fan Favorite, and we will introduce two new songs you can vote on for next week.All that leads us to a brand new number one song, and it is a good one. Let’s get into it. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week’s countdown is packed with new debuts. Jamie MacDonald continues to surprise people with a breakout hit, and Jeremy Camp storms into the top five with serious momentum. Anne Wilson shows up with a powerful story behind her new song, and Lauren Daigle nudges her way into the top ten again. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re celebrating 40 incredible years on the air! Instead of our usual Top 20 countdown, we’re taking a look back at the moments, artists, and songs that have defined 20 The Countdown Magazine through the decades. From the early days with Jon Rivers to the chart-toppers of today, you’ll hear the stories that shaped Christian music and the people who made it unforgettable. Plus, hear from artists like Micah Tyler who grew up listening to the show and now find themselves part of its legacy. Join William Ryan III and Jon Rivers for a heartfelt, nostalgic, and joy-filled celebration of four decades of music that continues to inspire listeners around the world. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 counts down the biggest songs in Christian music and shares stories of faith and inspiration from around the world. You’ll hear new music from Hope Darst, Crowder, and Jeremy Camp, plus the latest updates from artists who are impacting lives in powerful ways.We’ve also got a moving throwback from Rich Mullins, an incredible Forever Fan Favorite pick, and a behind-the-scenes look at how God is still working in the lives of artists like Forrest Frank and Cory Asbury.And don’t forget—next weekend is our 40th Anniversary Show! We’ll be celebrating four decades of faith, music, and memories with Jon Rivers and special guests. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got some major movement on the chart and a brand-new record-breaking moment that longtime listeners are going to love.We’ll celebrate one of the biggest names in Christian music holding onto the top spot longer than anyone else since William started hosting the show… plus, there’s a powerful new worship anthem climbing fast that might just surprise you!You’ll also hear the latest from MercyMe, Crowder, and Elevation Worship, along with a few songs that are making their countdown debut this week.In the news, we’re talking about the brand-new trailer for I Can Only Imagine 2, Chris Tomlin’s daughter taking the stage in a big way, and some exciting baby news from Forrest Frank.And this week’s Throwback takes us back to a MercyMe song written from a season of deep faith and unanswered prayers.All that and more, right here on 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, it’s a special Dove Awards edition of Artist News! William shares his top three favorite moments from Christian music’s biggest night, including a surprise duet that had the whole crowd on their feet.Plus, we’ve got brand-new music from Emerson Day, Megan Woods, and TobyMac, and we’ll celebrate this week’s Future Fan Favorite Winner — Ben Fuller with “Black Sheep.”And don’t miss the Station of the Week, WPIO in Titusville, Florida, celebrating 50 years on the air and one of the first stations to carry 20 The Countdown Magazine way back in 1985!It all leads up to a huge moment at the top of the chart… find out who takes the #1 spot this week on 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’re celebrating a major milestone as one artist holds the top spot for the 10th week in a row! Plus, we’re heading to Pella, Iowa to spotlight our Station of the Week, KCWN 99.9, celebrating 30 years on the air.In this week’s Christian music news:Highlights from the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards with unforgettable performances and a surprise duet you won’t believe.Maverick City Music announces some big lineup changes as Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine step into new seasons.And Cory Asbury dreams up an alternate halftime concert that could make Super Bowl Sunday a whole lot more inspiring! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan brings you the top songs in Christian music, including fresh debuts, powerful worship anthems, and the Future Fan Favorite you voted for. You’ll also hear about our Station of the Week, Power of Worship Radio, reaching listeners from North Carolina all the way to Grenada. Plus, in the news: for KING + COUNTRY announces a brand-new Prime Video documentary, Lauren Daigle wraps up 14 days of fasting and prayer with her fans, and Jordan Feliz shares a powerful personal moment you won’t want to miss. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
On this week’s episode of 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan the Third, you’ll hear stories of unity and worship from a nationally televised memorial service, including powerful moments from Brandon Lake, Chris Tomlin, and Phil Wickham. You’ll also find out which artist is still touring even with a broken leg, and how he’s rolling through shows in style. Plus, we’ve got a brand-new 20Xtra from Chris Tomlin and this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner. All that and, of course, the 20 biggest songs in Christian music counted down for you. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan III, we’re counting down the biggest songs in Christian music, and the top spot is holding strong for another week! Along the way, hear which songs are climbing, which ones are brand new, and our Future Fan Favorite winner. Plus, we’ll check in with our Station of the Week, the Revolution Show with Tommy G from New Hampshire, and bring you stories from Carrie Underwood, Tauren Wells, and Matthew West. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Join William Ryan the Third for 20 The Countdown Magazine as we run through the biggest songs in Christian music this week. There are fresh chart moves, plus an inspiring 20Xtra from Lauren Daigle and a Throwback that pairs Zach Williams with Dolly Parton. We’ll crown a new Future Fan Favorite and give you the chance to help pick next week’s winner. Two hours of music, stories, and surprises that will lift your week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine with William Ryan III, seven songs are climbing the chart, seven are slipping down, and six are holding steady. We’ve got a Throwback from 2006 with Third Day, a brand-new Station of the Week spotlight, and all the latest stories behind your favorite Christian hits. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine we’ve got another exciting lineup of the top songs in Christian music. One of your favorite worship leaders is holding down the #1 spot for the fourth week in a row, plus you’ll hear the brand new Future Fan Favorite winner chosen by your votes. We’ve also got some powerful new songs breaking into the chart and a special moment from Colton Dixon that you won’t want to miss. Join William Ryan III for stories, music, and the full countdown! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week’s countdown is packed with powerful moments and a few surprises! Forrest Frank’s story of healing keeps unfolding in incredible ways, MercyMe has a moving new single climbing fast, and Switchfoot takes us back with one of their all-time classics as our Throwback. We’ll also celebrate a brand-new Future Fan Favorite winner and introduce two fresh songs you can vote on. Plus, we’re welcoming a brand-new affiliate, UVC Radio, as our Station of the Week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got a 20XTRA feature from Meagan Woods that’s all about encouragement, a brand new Future Fan Favorite winner from Jordan Feliz, and two fresh songs you can vote on for next week. We’ll also spotlight our Station of the Week, Sound of Life, a network that’s been sharing the hope and love of Jesus since the 1980s. Plus, you’ll hear inspiring moments from artists like Forrest Frank, Crowder, and Anne Wilson, and we’ll count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music right now. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
We’ve got an incredible lineup of the 20 biggest songs in Christian music, including a few powerful climbers and some exciting new voices breaking into the chart. You’ll also hear a miraculous recovery story from Forrest Frank that had us all stunned—and praising God.Plus, we’ll share why Crowder’s asking for prayer this week, and celebrate some big baby news from Hannah Kerr. There’s a brand new Future Fan Favorite winner, two new songs you can vote on, and a classic throwback that’ll take you back to 2012 with a familiar voice introducing it.And of course, we’ll count all the way down to this week’s brand new #1 song—but no spoilers here. You’ll have to listen to find out who took the top spot! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we count down the top 20 songs in Christian music, celebrate a surprise Dove Award nomination reveal for Katy Nichole, and throw it back to a powerful hit that just marked its 10th anniversary. William also shares some big family news—his son got engaged! Plus, two new songs are up for your vote as the next Future Fan Favorite. Join us for music, stories, and a few surprises along the way! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the countdown is packed with fresh songs, big moves, and your votes for the Future Fan Favorite. William shares new music from Emerson Day and Elevation Rhythm, the latest artist news, and a throwback from For King & Country. You’ll also hear an update from our Station of the Week in Albany, Georgia, and find out which two new songs are up for your vote. Catch the full chart and stream the show anytime at 20TCD.com! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we welcome a brand new song to the chart—“Can’t Steal My Joy” from Josiah Queen and Brandon Lake. Plus, we’ve got all your favorite artists, the latest listener stories, and our Station of the Week shoutout. Don’t miss this week’s throwback, and if you’re ready to help choose the next Future Fan Favorite, your votes are open for Chris Tomlin’s “How Good It Is” and Anne Wilson’s “God Story.” Plug in for two hours of music, stories, and moments that just might make your week a little brighter. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan counts down the top 20 songs in Christian music, shares a brand new XTRA, and spotlights some incredible listener favorites. You’ll hear inspiring stories behind the music, find out which song is gaining serious momentum, and get the inside scoop on what artists are up to. Plus, don’t miss the Future Fan Favorite segment, listener shoutouts, and a special Station of the Week. Hit play and join the celebration! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
🎧 This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ve got some exciting surprises! A legendary live performance, a powerful new artist collab, and the return of a beloved voice in Christian music. Plus, we reveal the latest Future Fan Favorite winner, feature a brand new song you can vote on, and take it back to 2007 for this week’s Throwback.Join William Ryan III for all the stories behind the songs, listener favorites from around the world, and a countdown you won’t want to miss! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
We’ve got powerful stories behind the music this week—from a long-awaited miracle to a mission across the world.🎉 Michael Cochren of Cochren & Co shares deeply personal news that’s been eight years in the making.🌍 Jeremy Camp takes the Gospel global—and you’ll hear a moving moment from the Philippines that’s hard to forget.🧠 And Danny Gokey opens up about a silent struggle he’s faced for years, and how God is using it to bring hope to others.Plus, your Future Fan Favorite votes are in, there’s a brand-new throwback, and one artist locks in another week at the top of the chart. Don’t miss a single song or story—it all starts now on 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, MercyMe continues climbing, and we welcome two brand-new debuts from Tauren Wells and Emerson Day. Plus, we’ve got some big news in Christian music:– Third Day is reuniting for the first time in over a decade– Chad from Unspoken releases a heartfelt song for his son’s graduation– And TobyMac + CeCe Winans? Yes please—find out about their new collab on “Oh My Soul”You also voted Rhett Walker as this week’s Future Fan Favorite with “Look At God,” and two big songs are up for your vote this week. Hit play and dive into the top 20! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, see if Jon Reddick holds strong at #1 for a third week in a row with his powerful anthem “No Fear.” We also welcome a brand new station to the family—Faith 107 in Indianapolis—and throw it back to Matthew West’s 2020 hit “Truth Be Told.” Plus, we’ve got a packed news segment featuring:Ben Fuller & Carrie Underwood sharing the Grand Ole Opry stageBrandon Lake leading thousands in worship at CMA FestAnd Big Daddy Weave’s emotional new album release after six yearsYou’ll also hear which song YOU voted as this week’s Future Fan Favorite, and two brand-new contenders are already up for next week: Mac Powell and Rhett Walker.Hit play, turn it up, and let’s count ‘em down! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III brings you the top 20 songs in Christian music—with powerful new entries, emotional performances, and inspiring artist stories straight from the stage at CMB Momentum in Orlando.Hear what happened when Josiah Queen reimagined a classic DC Talk song, the personal story behind Micah Tyler’s “God Did It,” and a moving moment when TobyMac sat down to share his heart with the entire Christian radio community.We’ll also reveal your Future Fan Favorite winner, highlight a listener-supported station all the way from Australia. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A brand-new #1 song rises to the top, a powerful throwback celebrates 25 years, and William shares a global story of life change you won’t want to miss. Plus, updates from artists like Terrian, Natalie Grant, and Steven Curtis Chapman—and a new batch of Future Fan Favorites for you to vote on! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 takes you through the top songs in Christian music, shares some exciting artist updates, highlights a powerful listener story from Knoxville, and honors Memorial Day with a special Station of the Week tribute. You’ll also hear the latest Future Fan Favorite winner and get a chance to vote for next week’s pick! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan guides you through the May 17 chart as songs spring to life—complete with a brand‑new debut, breakout movers, and our six‑week champ at #1. You’ll hear Chris from Elevation Worship explain “I Know a Name,” Zach Williams share the heart behind his Future Fan Favorite “Jesus Loves,” and Josiah Queen reveal how a 40‑year wilderness journey inspired “My Promised Land.” Plus, Bodie, Jeremy Camp, and TobyMac stop by with behind‑the‑scenes stories, we celebrate KCNP Chickasaw Community Radio as Station of the Week, catch up on the latest artist news, and dish on which Future Fan Favorite you picked last week and who’s up for your vote next. Tune in for exclusive interviews, listener shout‑outs, and your 20 XTRA track—Forrest Frank & Thomas Rhett’s “Nothing Else”—all packed into one power‑packed episode. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
It’s Mother’s Day weekend and we’re celebrating with powerful music, artist stories, and a chart that’s full of surprises in the second half! William Ryan III is your host, bringing you the top 20 songs in Christian music — including new music from MercyMe, Phil Wickham, and Katy Nichole. We’ll also hear from listeners around the world, check in with our Station of the Week broadcasting from Texas, and crown a new Future Fan Favorite. Plus, find out which song holds the #1 spot for the fifth week in a row… and stick around for a throwback to Jeremy Camp’s classic Take You Back. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III counts down the biggest songs in Christian music — including a 5-spot jump, a few brand-new debuts, and a returning #1 that’s still holding strong.You’ll also hear stories from the artists themselves, listener shout-outs from around the world, and the latest Future Fan Favorite winner — plus, two new songs you can vote on for next week!Along the way, William shares a personal anniversary story, highlights a new station joining the 20 family, and gives you a sneak peek at some exciting things happening in Christian music right now. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a brand-new song makes its debut, four tracks make big jumps up the chart, and we hear the powerful stories behind several of your favorite songs — straight from the artists themselves. Plus, a listener from Kenya shares how she fits the show into her week, and we spotlight a station that’s helping spread hope in Alabama. Don’t miss it! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with this special Easter edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine!William Ryan III counts down the top 20 songs in Christian music. You'll also hear the latest from Brandon Lake, Katy Nichole, TobyMac, and Megan Woods — plus brand-new music from Phil Wickham, Blanca, Taylor Hill, and Hope Darst.This week’s show also features powerful Easter throwbacks from 2nd Chapter of Acts, Ray Boltz, Don Francisco, and NewSong, as well as a special worship moment with Kari Jobe’s Forever.Along the way, William shares personal Easter reflections, a sweet message from a young listener, and stories behind the songs from Bart Millard, Elevation Rhythm, and Crowder.Don’t miss the Artist News “Three Things You Need to Know,” our Future Fan Favorite winner, and a shoutout to our Station of the Week — The Light DFW!For more, visit 20thecountdown.com — and Happy Easter! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 takes you through the 20 biggest songs in Christian music — including a brand new #1! You’ll hear stories behind the songs from artists like Colton Dixon, Leanna Crawford, and Matthew West, plus listener messages from around the world and our Station of the Week spotlight. We also have the winning Future Fan Favorite, artist news you need to know, and a special reflection for Palm Sunday as we head into Easter. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 takes you through the top 20 songs in Christian music! We’ve got powerful moments from artists like Brandon Lake, Anne Wilson, Jamie MacDonald, and Jeremy Camp, plus the return of listener favorites like Katy Nichole and Seph Schlueter.You’ll also hear inspiring behind-the-song stories, an encouraging listener message from halfway across the world, and an update on what Christian music artists are up to — including Phil Wickham, Jon Reddick, and Matthew West. We spotlight G2 Radio Network as our Station of the Week, and of course, reveal the winning Future Fan Favorite you voted for.Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or just tuning in, this is a show full of truth, hope, and music that lifts your soul. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, WR3 takes you through the top 20 songs in Christian music — with powerful tracks, meaningful artist stories, and fresh updates from the world of Christian music. You’ll hear from TobyMac, Brandon Lake, Jeremy Camp, Jordan Feliz, and Seph Schlueter as they share the heart behind their latest songs.We’ve also got a Future Fan Favorite winner you voted for, a special shoutout to our Station of the Week in Uganda, and some fun behind-the-scenes moments — including Phil Wickham reviving a classic worship song, and Brandon Lake sharing a childhood dream come true.Plus, encouragement for your week, listener messages, and a reminder that God’s not done writing your story. Don’t miss it! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
We’ve got an exciting countdown ahead, plus some big moments you won’t want to miss! 🎶Did Crowder hold onto the #1 spot for a 7th straight week? Or do we have a new chart-topper?Leanna Crawford joins us to share the heart behind her song Still Waters.We’re revealing this week's Station of the Week—could it be your local station?Plus, a sneak peek at some brand-new songs you can vote on in our Future Fan Favorite segment!Get ready for two hours of the biggest songs in Christian music—it’s all coming up on 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Two new songs hit this week's countdown and one just won your vote in the Future Fan Favorite segment last weekend! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
New music from Bodie debuts this week and you'll get to vote on new songs from Ryan Stevenson and Andrew Ripp in our Future Fan Favorite segment! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Join me as I count down the top 20 songs in Christian music this week! New music from Tobymac and MercyMe to vote on in our Future Fan Favorite segment! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Jamie Macdonald breaks into our Top 10 after only 5 weeks of being on the countdown plus we have a new song from Elevation Rhythm debuting on the countdown that you have to hear! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Two new songs hit the chart this week...Blessing Offor and Elevation Worship's new ones! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week's top 20 songs in Christian music include several stories behind the songs from some of your favorite artists like CAIN, Anne Wilson, Jeremy Camp, and more! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Two new songs debut this week and we throw back a song from 2018...see if you remember it! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
It's an exciting show with two new songs hitting the chart and a shake-up in our top 5 songs! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A couple of songs re-enter our chart and a new song debuts this week! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
It's the first countdown of the new year so listen to find out where your favorites landed! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
It's the biggest hits from 2024 on our special year-end edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine and one artist has two songs on the chart! Find out who it is when you listen to the show! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week we are taking a break from our regular top 20 countdown to feature our Christmas Around the World show. You'll hear from listeners, radio stations, and artists from around the world filling us in on how they celebrate the birth of Jesus! You'll hear some old classics and some fresh new Christmas songs along the way! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Listen this week and hear some Christmas music that hit the chart! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
As we gear up for Christmas we have a couple of bonus songs on this week's countdown that will get you in the Christmas spirit! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
New music from Jordan Feliz debuts this weekend and we have a bonus song to play that will prepare you for Christmas! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A new #1 song this week and a few bonus songs to our Top 20 songs in Christian music! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Stories behind the songs from Pat Barrett, TobyMac, Meagan Woods, and others as we count down the top 20 songs in Christian music this week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Find out which worship song won our Future Fan Favorite poll last weekend! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Another shake-up in our Top 3 songs and a new song hits the countdown from Anne Wilson and Chris Tomlin...tune in to listen! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Two new songs hit the chart this weekend and we have the story behind one of them along with your top 20 in Christian music! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A new song hits our chart this weekend but it's over 30 years old! Tune in to hear it this weekend! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A shake-up in our Top 5 again this week plus new music from Andrew Ripp! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A couple of new songs hit the chart this week and we have a shake-up in the Top 5. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Two new songs debut this week and we'll find out the #1 song in Christian music on the countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
New music from Phil Wickham hits this week's chart and we have a list of artists announced to perform at the GMA Dove Awards in our Artist News segment!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Brandon Lake is on the countdown for a 13th week in a row but this time with a different song than we've heard for the last 12 weeks. Find out which one on this week's show!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A new song from Megan Woods debuts this weekend on the countdown and it's the largest debut from a new artist in over two years! Find out where it landed for the first week on the countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Find out where your favorite song landed on this week's countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
This week a new song from the band Unspoken debuts. We also see if Tauren Wells can hold onto the #1 spot again for a third week in a row!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Hear the stories behind songs from Cece Winans, Tauren Wells, Micah Tyler, and more on this week's countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A new song from Big Daddy Weave debuts on the chart this week and we'll see if Elevation Worship can hit number one for the 12th week in a row!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
See if Elevation Worship can hold onto #1 for 11 weeks in this weekend's countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A song makes a re-entry to our chart this week and we have new music from Steven Curtis Chapman, Anne Wilson, and Chris Tomlin in our Future Fan Favorite Segment.20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
New music from Tobymac and Cody Carnes hit this week's countdown. One of those new songs has been sung in churches for months so find out which one is on the show! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Austin French is back on the countdown after dropping off for a week and we have a new song from Tasha Layton hitting this week's countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
New music from Ryan Stevenson debuts on this week's chart and something wild happens in our Future Fan Favorite Segment!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Austin French debuts on the countdown with a new song and we'll sample some new songs for you to vote on in our Future Fan Favorite Segment.20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
A couple of new songs appear on the chart this week. Tune in to find out who they are from and if they are your new favorite song on the countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Happy Father's Day Weekend! Find out where your favorites land on this week's top 20 countdown!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospelaround the world through music, one countdown at a time!
Two new songs debut this week and we think you'll love them! Tune in to find out if they are from your favorite artists.
Two songs are back on the chart after leaving for a week! Tune in to see which ones and hear the rest of your favorites.
Two new songs hit the chart so tune in to find out if they are from your favorite artists!
3 new songs debut this week including music from Forrest Frank, Josiah Queen, and Tauren Wells!
We honor Mandisa after her passing last week at the start of our show. We also hear new music from Zach Williams along with Dolly Parton and Tasha Laton along with Chris Brown in our Future Fan Favorite segment.
New music from We Are Messengers debuts this week on the chart and we hear from The Afters, Matthew West, and Katy Nichole about the stories behind their songs.
A new song from a new artist named Stephen McWhirter debuts this week and we see if Tobymac can remain at #1 for the 10th week in a row or if someone new is there.
Happy Easter Weekend! We count down the top 20 and also feature a couple of Easter Songs on this week's show!
Some new music hits this week's chart so tune in to find out which songs are in our Top 20. We'll also see if TobyMac can stay at #1 for a 7th week in a row or if someone new is there.
So many encouraging songs on this week's countdown. Let us know which one you relate to the most!
Rarely do we have 3 new songs debut in one week so this show is one of those you don't want to miss!
A fresh new song from Katy Nichole featuring Naomi Raine debuts this week! Don't miss it!
New music from NEEDTOBREATHE hits this week's countdown and it's a song featuring Carly Pearce...you don't wanna miss it!
Another exciting show this week with 11 of the 20 songs being past Future Fan Favorite winning songs that you voted on! Also, a new one from Jordan St. Cyr debuts this week!
Hitting this week's chart is a new song from Crowder! See where he lands along with the other songs in our top 20 of the week!
Three new songs debut on this week's show! New music from Consumed by Fire, Seph Schlueter, and Shane & Shane!
Can Cody Carnes hold on to the top spot again this week or is someone new in there? Listen to the top 20 songs in Christian music!
It's the first weekly countdown of the year! Join us as we count down the top 20 biggest songs in Christian music and enjoy a new song hitting the chart from Anne Wilson. Plus, William shares the latest from Matthew West as his pick for a Future Fan Favorite.
This week we are counting down the top songs of 2023 in our 20 The Countdown Magazine Year-End Countdown! 4 of the artists on this week's show have 2 songs on the countdown and 8 of the 20 were winning Future Fan Favorites from 2023.
Instead of our normal top 20 countdown, we celebrate Christmas around the world with some new and familiar Christmas songs. Plus we hear from people celebrating Christmas in different parts of the world and hear about different traditions.
A couple of songs are making some big jumps up the chart this weekend and a shake-up in our top 3 songs!
New music from Patrick Mayberry hits this week's chart along with some fresh songs to vote on in our Future Fan Favorite from Crowder and MercyMe.
It's Thanksgiving Week in the US so we are celebrating with a couple of Thanksgiving songs on this week's countdown!
It's finally November so we have a couple of new Christmas songs up against one another in our Future Fan Favorite for you to vote on!
If you're a Rend Collective fan then you'll love hearing their new song hit this week's chart!
Listen for two new songs that debut on this week's show! New music from TobyMac and Phil Wickham.
We're counting down the top 20 songs and talking GMA Dove Award Nominations on this week's show!
Will MercyMe hit #1 again this week? Will there be a new song debut on the chart? Which Future Fan Favorite will win? We'll answer all those questions on the next 20 the Countdown Magazine!
Three new songs debut this week on the chart including music from Riley Clemmons, Zach Williams, and Blessing Offor!
Two new songs debut this week on the countdown...one from Elevation Worship and the other from Tasha Layton!
New music from Jordan Feliz hits the show this weekend plus we will see if Chris Tomlin can hold onto the #1 spot for a fifth week in a row.
A couple of new songs debut this week on the countdown! Listen to see what those are and also who is in the #1 spot on the chart.
See if Chris Tomlin holds onto that number one spot this week or if someone new took it on this week's countdown.
New music from Micah Tyler on this week's countdown and we fill you in on some GMA Dove Award nominations that were just announced this week!
Three new songs hit this week's chart and they are all past Future Fan Favorites that you voted on!
The new Chris Tomlin song continues to climb the chart at a rapid pace! Find out where it lands along with your other favorites on this week's countdown!
Three new songs hit the chart this week and every song is in a different spot than last week...it's an exciting countdown!
Listen to new music this week from CAIN and Riley Clemmons then vote on your favorite to hear next week.
Listen to the countdown this week to hear a new song hit the chart from the band MercyMe! Plus, new music to vote on and last week's winning song from our Future Fan Favorite segment.
Will TobyMac be at #1 again this week? Tune in to find out and hear the stories behind the songs and even some artist news!
The Band Big Daddy Weave debuts on this week's chart with their new song "Heaven Changes Everything" and we hear from Lauren Daigle and Chris Tomlin as they tell the stories behind their latest songs.
New music from Katy Nichole hits this week's Top 20 songs in Christian music plus we have some new songs to vote on from Iveth Luna and another from Hope Darst.
Join William Ryan III to count down the top 20 songs in Christian music this week! New music to vote on from Rachel Lampa and Tasha Layton in the Future Fan Favorite.
New song on the chart from Blanca and Tauren Wells this week and the story behind Chris Tomlin's new song!
Austin French makes a reentry into this week's show and there is a shake-up in our top 3 songs so listen to see what happens!
Chart debut from Stephen Stanley and new music to vote on from Katy Nichole and Ellie Holcomb.
New music from Benjamin William Hastings and Blessing Offer this week on the chart along with some new music to vote on by Terrian and Blanca!
New songs from Chris Tomlin and Austin French are hitting this week's show! Tune in to hear them along with the rest of the top 20 songs in Christian music!
Maverick City Music finally hits the chart with their song "Feat Is Not My Future" so tune in to find out where it debuts!
New music from Jon Reddick, We Are Messengers, and Elevation Rhythm on this week's show!
Jeremy Camp makes a huge jump to land into our top 10 with his song "Anxious Heart" and Natalie Grant shares the story behind her song "You Will Be Found" featuring Cory Asbury.
We count down the top 20 Christian songs this week and even sneak in a few Easter songs to celebrate Easter Weekend! New music from Natalie Grant and Cory Asbury debuts on the chart too!
The new Lauren Daigle song debuts on this week's chart and Crowder makes the biggest jump up the chart closer to the top!
New music from Brandon Heath hits the chart and we see if Micah Tyler can stay at #1 again or if someone else moved into that top spot on the chart!
New music from Casting Crowns debuts on this week's chart and Crowder makes a reentry with his song "God Really Loves Us" featuring Dante Bowe.
A chart debut from TobyMac and Zach Williams that you don't want to miss on this week's countdown!
History is made on this week's show! Our number-one song this week is this artist's 50th number-one song of his career! Tune in to find out who it is and hear the song!
New music from Cochren & Co and Phil Wickham debut on this week's top 20 chart! Tune in to hear them along with other great songs from artists like Jeremy Camp, Tauren Wells, Matthew West and more!
Jeremy Camp's new song, "Anxious Heart" hits this week's chart and we will hear the story behind the song from Jeremy. Plus, Micah Tyler is our biggest mover this week so listen and see where his song "I See Grace" lands!
See who is at #1 on this week's chart and hear some stories behind the songs on the show. We also have the latest artist news including some things you may not have heard about the Grammy awards and some cool moments that weren't on television.
New music from Hope Darst and Andrew Ripp debuts on this week's show! Tune in to see where those songs land out of the top 20 Christian songs of the week!
New music this week hits the show from Anne Wilson, Consumed by Fire, and Matt Maher! Plus, Colton Dixon has been at #1 for nine weeks but will someone new take that spot this week? Listen to find out!
New music from the artist Blessing Offor and Cody Carnes debuts on this week's countdown. Plus we hear from Brandon Lake, We The Kingdom, Steven Curtis Chapman, for King & Country, and MercyMe as they share the stories behind their latest songs.
It's the first weekly countdown of the new year! See who holds the #1 spot this week and hear from artists Matthew West, Cain, Danny Gokey, Micah Tyler, Zach Williams, Ben Fuller, Katy Nichole, Rachel Lampa, Elevation Worship, and Colton Dixon as they share the stories behind their songs.
We take a look back at the songs that made the biggest impact in 2022 on this week's countdown. You'll hear from artists like Anne Wilson, Colton Dixon, for King & Country, Matthew West, Katy Nichole, and more! Plus, we have a special guest to introduce the top song of 2022...if you've been a listener of the countdown for a while then you'll love this surprise guest!
Merry Christmas! This week is our “Christmas Around the World” show that features your favorite artists sharing their Christmas music with us! We also have listeners and affiliate radio stations from around the World sharing some of their Christmas memories and traditions!
Christmas music from Phil Wickham, , Anne Wilson, for King & Country, Matthew West, and Francesa Battistelli debut on this week's chart!
Cain hits the chart with their latest song and you'll find out which Christmas song won between We Are Messengers and Brandon Heath with Tasha Layton!
An exciting week on the countdown because we have two new songs debuting on the chart plus some Christmas music!
Listen for the new song hitting the chart from Jason Crabb this week that was just a winning Future Fan Favorite Song a few weeks ago!
A new song from Josh Baldwin hits the countdown this week and we hear some encouraging stories from artists about their music.
New music from Micah Tyler debuts on this week's show and some familiar songs to vote on in our Future Fan Favorite!
A new song debuts on the chart from the Dove Award-winning Artist of the Year! Find out who that is and listen to their new song on this episode.
Listen to this week's show to hear a new song that hits the chart from Crowder featuring Dante Bowe!
New music from for King & Country debuts on this week's chart and it was a past "Future Fan Favorite" winning song that you picked!
Two new songs hit this week's show...one from MercyMe and the other from We The Kingdom!
Steven Curtis Chapman returns to the chart after popping off of it for a couple of weeks. Listen to his latest song on this episode!
Zach Williams returns to the countdown with his new song "Heart of God" and there is a shake-up in our top 3!
A new song from Rachel Lampa hits this week's chart as we count down the top 20 songs in Christian music together!
Steven Curtis Chapman is making a comeback on the chart with a new song! Tune in to hear it!
Hear the story from Colton Dixon about his latest song along with several other artists on this week's show!
Remember David Leonard from the band Our Sons and Daughters? Well, he is solo now and has a new song hitting the countdown this week! Tune in to find out where that song lands!
New music from Colton Dixon hits this week's chart...we think you'll like the new song!
Matthew West has had the #1 song for two weeks in a row but can he hang in there for a third or is there a new song in the top spot this week?
Two new songs added to this week's show and one of them is from an artist that already has another song on the show!
A shake-up in our Top 5 songs is reason enough to listen this week plus a new song from Dan Bremnes hits the chart!
Tasha Layton lands on the countdown this week with a new song of hers! Listen to find out where it debuts!
Don't miss a brand new song that hits the chart from Tobymac and the artist Blessing Offer!
Check out a new song that hits the chart this week from Cochren & Co. and find out who is at #1.
See if Katy Nichole can stay in the number one spot for a 7th week in a row or if someone else slid into that top spot this week!
Two songs retire from the Top 20 this week but two new ones debut so tune in to find out what they are!
Can Katy Nichole keep her #1 spot with For King and Country climbing the chart so quickly? Tune in to hear your top 20 Christian songs this week!
Two new songs hit the chart this weekend. One is from Phil Wickham and the other from The Afters!
The latest song from Andrew Ripp called "Fill My Cup" hits the countdown and we have Andrew on with the story about it!
Happy Easter weekend! We have four new songs that hit the chart this week so it's an exciting show!
The latest song from Anne Wilson called "Sunday Sermons" debuts on the chart this week and the newest songs from Matthew West and Jeremy Camp are up for your vote as the Future Fan Favorite.
Listen this week and hear a new #1 song plus new music from Tauren Wells and the band Unspoken to vote on!
Vote on new music from Brandon Heath and a new artist named Doe this week in the Future Fan Favorite. Plus, we'll hear from We Are Messengers, Zach Williams, and Danny Gokey this week as they share the stories behind their songs.
Three new songs hit this week's chart! Hear the new songs by Cain, Riley Clemmons, and Jordan Feliz!
A new song from a new artist, Patrick Mayberry, hits the chart this week and you get to vote between new ones from Anne Wilson and Pat Barrett in the Future Fan Favorite.
It's the top 20 Christian songs of 2021 all in one show! Hear the stories from the artists behind some of your favorite songs from the year on this episode of 20 The Countdown Magazine!
The top songs from the last decade, 2010-2019! You'll hear the biggest from each year and the artists drop in to tell the stories behind the songs.
For a list of the songs featured visit https://www.20thecountdown.com/top-songs-of-the-decade/