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Catching Up with … Sara Groves
The critically acclaimed singer/songwriter shares insight about her first Christmas album O Holy Night and hints at what to expect from her in 2009.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 11/24/08
A Window to the World
Andrew Peterson discusses the pursuit of excellence and timelessness in songwriting, as well as why he thinks his new Resurrection inspired album is a little like Star Wars.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 11/10/08
This Changes Everything
Singer/songwriter Bebo Norman discusses his journey of faith and self-discovery over the last year, after switching record labels, becoming a new father, and coping with anxiety attacks.
By Andree Farias
posted 11/03/08
Living Loud
Rising pop star Krystal Meyers talks about how she's continuing to live her faith in anti-conformity, and how a dream helped inspire her to keep God at the center of her life.
By Todd Hertz
posted 10/27/08
Lead Me On … Again
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of her classic album Lead Me On, Amy Grant heads out on tour with nearly the exact same band from all those years ago.
By Russ Breimeier
posted 10/20/08
In Search of Jubilee
For Lamont Hiebert of the band Ten Shekel Shirt, the pursuit of social justice around the world is a natural extension of worship.
By Andree Farias
posted 10/13/08
Reimagining the Hymns
MercyMe's Bart Millard gets Hymned Again with another collection of church favorites reinvented for a new generation.
By Russ Breimeier
posted 10/06/08
Introducing … Remedy Drive
Front man David Zach talks about making music with his three brothers and their calling as a band to offer excellence, fun, and hope.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 09/29/08
Made to Make Worship
Acclaimed worship artist Chris Tomlin looks back on the music that inspired his work while humbly looking forward to the ways his new music may continue to inspire churches around the world.
By Andree Farias
posted 09/22/08
Beyond Stress, Beyond Idol
Brooke Barrettsmith shares how she overcame panic attacks to eventually audition for American Idol, and how she used that experience to take her music career further with a record deal in Christian music.
By Todd Hertz
posted 09/15/08
Separate, but Not Lost
Though Underoath is firmly established as one of the biggest bands in mainstream metalcore, they're not ashamed to admit that they don't have it all figured out without God's help.
By Andree Farias
posted 09/08/08
Stronger Than Before
Seven years after the tragic death of her husband, Tammy Trent continues to grow in her music, her testimony, and her walk with God.
By Andree Farias
posted 09/02/08
Looking Back
Mike Roe discusses the inspiration behind Holy Ghost Building, the new album from the Seventy-Sevens that explores America's rich heritagee of gospel-blues.
By Stan Friedman
posted 09/02/08
The Perseverance of a Piano Man
Meet Gabe Dixon, the buzzworthy singer/songwriter who turned down an opportunity to perform on tour with Paul McCartney, instead following his calling to develop his own music career.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 08/25/08
Catching Up with … Brandon Heath
The 2008 Dove winner for New Artist of the Year discusses the inspiration and songwriting behind his follow-up album, What If We.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 08/25/08
A Whole New World
Happily immersed in ministry at her husband's church, award-winning singer/songwriter Regina Belle explains why it took nearly twenty years to record her first gospel project.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 08/18/08
Catching Up With … Paul Alan
Most remember him as the lead singer of Nouveaux back in the '90s, but today the singer/songwriter still enjoys radio success as an independent solo artist.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 08/18/08
Dance Revolution
Family Force 5 may be one of the most flamboyant rock bands around today, but guitarist "Chap Stique" explains why he believes faith and fun are not mutually exclusive.
By Andree Farias
posted 08/11/08
Revealing a New Chapter
Though Third Day has one less guitarist, changes in their outlook and creative process have yielded what the band believes one of their best albums to date—and many are in agreement.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 07/28/08
Once Lost, Now Found
After years of perseverance and waiting on God's timing, R&B/jazz singer Ledisi has risen from relative obscurity to become a Grammy nominated sensation.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 07/21/08
Using What They've Got to Rock
With their fourth full-length album, Superchick continues to hone their talents as a rock band while engaging listeners, relating to people's hurts, and persevering through faith.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 07/14/08
Catching Up with … Hawk Nelson
Bassist Daniel Biro talks about teaming up with Amy Grant, life on the road, and the challenges of being an entertainment-oriented band in Christian music.
By Christa Banister
posted 07/07/08
Introducing … Chasen
Singer/songwriter Chasen Callahan talks about scoring a radio hit with "Crazy Beautiful" before recording a debut album with his acoustic pop band.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 07/07/08
Free to Fly
Cindy Morgan discusses newfound independence with the release of Beautiful Bird, as well as "How You Live," the Point of Grace hit that earned her recognition as Songwriter of the Year at this year's Dove Awards.
By Andree Farias
posted 06/30/08
Introducing … Laura Story
Though best known as the worship leader responsible for "Indescribable," there's more to Story's story, including her husband's medical scare, inspiring many of the songs on her national debut.
By Andree Farias
posted 06/23/08
Solo for a Season
As Switchfoot prepares its next phase, Jon Foreman discusses why he's recording songs outside of the band, and performing them outside of venues after concerts.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 06/16/08
Handling Success With Poise, With Faith
Think The Myriad is shying away from their Christian beliefs now that they've won MTV's Dew Circuit Breakout competition? Think again.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 06/09/08
Representing the Church
That's how acclaimed worship leader Tommy Walker explains the impressive and eclectic musicianship that characterizes his music, including his highly recommended new album, I Have a Hope.
By Russ Breimeier and Andree Farias
posted 06/02/08
"Higher Power"
Stryper frontman Michael Sweet explains why he has "more than a feeling" that his opportunity to perform and tour with classic rock band Boston is a God thing.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 05/27/08
Deeper Roots
Singer/songwriter Shawn McDonald discusses how his third album became more accessible without compromising his artistry.
By Christa Banister
posted 05/19/08
Latin Lovebirds
Jaci Velasquez and Salvador's Nic Gonzalez share how their relationship developed over time, and how their new season of marriage and parenting has had an effect on their outlook and creativity.
By Andree Farias
posted 05/12/08
Catching Up With … John Schlitt
The veteran singer/songwriter talks about life after Petra, which includes selling houses and releasing his third solo album.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 05/12/08
Behind the Idols
Three prominent American Idol finalists share how they were able to live their faith behind the scenes of TV's blockbuster talent competition.
By Russ Breimeier & Andree Farias
posted 05/06/08
Introducing … After Edmund
The highly acclaimed alternative rock band weighs in on the positive buzz surrounding their debut album, and how their musical training plays into their sound.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 05/05/08
Why She Sings
Contrary to what some people say, the legendary Dionne Warwick got her start in gospel music and says she has never abandoned her faith or her church.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 04/28/08
Living Legacies
Jimmy Carter, one of the founding members of The Blind Boys of Alabama, discusses their latest New Orleans-flavored album, and what keeps driving them to perform after seven decades.
By Andree Farias
posted 04/21/08
Introducing … Tenth Avenue North
As members of one of 2008's most buzzed about new bands, lead singer Mike Donehey and guitarist Jeff Owen share their creative philosophy in making music that matters.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 04/21/08
New Beginnings
With a new record deal and the return of their original guitarist, P.O.D. is pumped about reconnecting with their fans through their music.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 04/14/08
Outside the Box
Charlotte Martin's eclectic sound is as unorthodox as her approach to artistrya Christian who originally signed to a mainstream label, only to go independent instead. Find out why.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 04/07/08
Catching Up With … Margaret Becker
Though she has fond memories of her days with Sparrow Records, the classic Christian artist is today enjoying "chapter two" of her music ministry as an independent.
By Andree Farias
posted 03/31/08
Coming Clean
The controversial singer opens up about his addiction to painkillers, his long road to physical and spiritual recovery, and how this Prodigal has finally come home.
By Andree Farias
posted 03/24/08
Catching Up With … Sanctus Real
Frontman Matt Hammitt talks about the message behind his band's new CD We Need Each Other, and the impact that the members' expanding family lives has had on their music.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 03/17/08
Beyond OK
With success in both Christian and general markets, The Afters aren't content with offering anything less than an excellent album that reflects who they are with honesty.
By Andy Argyrakis
posted 03/10/08
Introducing … NewWorldSon
Frontman Joel Parisien explains the music and ministry that drives Christian music's new soulful and jazzy gospel-pop band.
By Christa Banister
posted 03/03/08
A Moment of Silence
What singer/songwriter Matthew West learned about waiting on the Lord when his touring and recording became sidelined due to vocal polyps.
By Andree Farias
posted 02/25/08
Introducing … Sarah MacIntosh
Any Chasing Furies fans out there? Today the singer/songwriter is happily serving as a worship leader with a creative alternative praise album.
By Andree Farias
posted 02/25/08
Relentless Living
The hectic pace of music, ministry, and motherhood are all in a day's work for Natalie Grant and her tireless passion to reflect the love of God to a new generation.
By Andree Farias
posted 02/18/08
Against the Grain
Whether making music with his band, leading others into a relationship with Jesus, or marrying his sweetheart, 19-year-old Leeland Mooring only wants to do it if it's pleasing to God.
By Andree Farias
posted 02/11/08
Catching Up With … Avalon
Janna Long reminisces over the group's 13-year history as new member Jeremi Richardson considers the shoes he's now filling.
By Andree Farias
posted 02/04/08
Not a Safe Band
That's what lead vocalist Ryan Clark says about his band Demon Hunterbut in reference to their gospel message and varied influences, not their heavy metal persona.
By Jackie A. Chapman
posted 01/28/08
Catching Up With … Kathryn Scott
The Irish singer/songwriter discusses the role that mentoring has played in shaping her artistry and outlook as a worship leader.
By Andree Farias
posted 01/21/08
Return of the Singer
The oft misunderstood Kevin Max has mellowed his artistic persona, focusing on his new life as a husband and father, as well as expressing his love of gospel music on The Blood.
By Andree Farias
posted 01/14/08
Catching Up With … Phil Wickham
Taking inspiration from C.S. Lewis and cannon fire, the 23-year-old wants to create a similarly inspiring and explosive experience through his Brit-influenced worship music.
By Jackie A. Chapman
posted 01/07/08
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