Casting Crowns is pleading with fans to pray for Andy Williams, who was in a serious motorcycle accident Sunday. Williams, the band’s former drummer, was hit by another vehicle on his way ...
Read More »Bob Dylan at 80: Still telling tales about divine judgment in a broken, fallen world
Night after night, Bob Dylan’s 1979 Gospel concerts at San Francisco’s Warfield Theatre made news for all the wrong reasons, according to angry fans. The November 11th show opened with Dylan roaring into “Gotta ...
Read More »Amy Grant joins musicians on ‘Faithful’ project spotlighting women in scripture
Amy Grant and other female Christian performers and artists have teamed up to create the Faithful Project, a collection of stories and music that celebrates God’s faithfulness to women throughout scripture. “I think ...
Read More »Rock & Roll Preacher and Christian music icon Chuck Girard talks with Metro Voice
“Who’d ever thought I’d be a rock ‘n’ roll preacher, instead of just singing the blues? Who’d ever thought I’d be a rock ‘n’ roll preacher, singing my song so you could ...
Read More »Oxford University and critical-race theory now say sheet music is racist
Critical-race theory is coming to a music department near you. Oxford University has joined the trend to label anything developed in Western culture as racist. The famous English college is revamping their ...
Read More »Carrie Underwood releases ‘Nothing But the Blood of Jesus’ on her birthday
Singer, music producer, actress and mom to two, Carrie Underwood, celebrated her 38th birthday Wednesday by releasing “Nothing But the Blood of Jesus.” The new tune is just one of the songs ...
Read More »Christian artist Carman dies after complications from surgery
Christian music pioneer Carman Licciardello has died from complications due to surgery. The singer, who was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, had battled cancer twice in recent years. His ...
Read More »New Christian music addresses mental health issues from pandemic
Amid hardships brought on by the pandemic and lockdowns, multiple Christian music artists have homed in on the needs of their communities. New releases speak directly to those dealing with increased mental ...
Read More »Be inspired by new Christmas music for 2020
Ready for some a few new tunes in your Christmas music collection? We have just what you need to get your yuletide on! After more than a decade, Dove Award-winning vocalist Lynda ...
Read More »Israeli treatment will help famous singer perform Christmas concert
An Israeli company is helping renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli present a message of hope for Christmas. Bocelli will appear live on Dec. 12 for his annual “Believe in Christmas” concert at ...
Read More »New musical from Dolly Parton focuses on themes of goodwill and grace
“Christmas on the Square,” a new musical holiday movie from country music star Dolly Parton, explores grace and goodwill toward others. The plot centers on a despicable and wealthy woman named Regina Fuller, ...
Read More »Kanye West to launch gospel music university
Aspiring singers will get a boost from Kanye West who is launching a gospel music university. West made the announcement on “The Joe Rogan Experience” Saturday. West talked for nearly three hours ...
Read More »NEEDTOBREATHE album ‘Out of Body’ was worth the wait
Looking for more NEEDTOBREATHE? Well, this well-known Christian rock band recently dropped its seventh studio album, called Out of Body. A collection of 11 songs, Out of Body is a blend of rock and ...
Read More »Sean Fuecht and ‘Let Us Worship’ event coming to Kansas City
Kansas City will host the “Let Us Worship” event with Sean Fuecht Saturday, October 17, from 5-8 p.m., at Mill Creek Park at the entry-way to the Plaza. In his own words, ...
Read More »Upper Room Radio celebrates 5th anniversary
A Topeka radio station is being recognized for going where few radio stations venture these days. Upper Room Radio, which is based in Family of God Church, is celebrating the 5th anniversary ...
Read More »Chris Tomlin teams with country stars for newest album
It’s easy to make judgments about public figures, according to Chris Tomlin, the award-winning Christian artist. Tomlin said this proved to be true in the process of writing and recording his latest ...
Read More »Three ministries team up to sponsor Unite to Fight Poverty virtual concert
Many of the top names in Christian music will join forces to help children living in poverty because of COVID-19 and other natural disasters. World Vision, Compassion International and Food for the ...
Read More »Drive-in Christian concerts will benefit Salvation Army
Christian artists have teamed up with The Salvation Army to support Americans in need. Contemporary Christian bands and artists TobyMac, Casting Crowns, Michael W. Smith, Mac Powell and Steven Curtis Chapman will ...
Read More »‘He loved the Lord’ and his country, say tributes for singer Charlie Daniels
Tributes continue to pour in days after a memorial for singer Charlie Daniels. A funeral service held at World Outreach Church in Tennessee drew hundreds of friends and family, including legends in ...
Read More »Author of beloved hymn ‘Amazing Grace’ overcame racist past
You’ve likely heard the famous hymn “Amazing Grace.” People the world over love the song. It’s been sung at countless memorial services, civil rights events, and churches. Recently, people in 50 different ...
Read More »Vera Lynn, ‘We’ll Meet Again’ World War II sweetheart singer, dies at 103
Vera Lynn, one of the world’s most famous singers during World War II, has died at the age of 103. Her rendition of We’ll Meet Again became an anthem for hope during ...
Read More »Christian singer Amy Grant undergoes successful heart surgery
Amy Grant, one of the most well-known and honored Christian singers of the past several decades, underwent heart surgery this week to repair a longtime condition. The surgery reportedly went well according ...
Read More »Black Gospel music needed within evangelical churches
White evangelical churches have a music problem, and I fear it’s getting worse. This year, the National Museum of Gospel Music is slated to open in Chicago. It will rise from the ...
Read More »The story behind ‘It is Well With My Soul’
Since its creation, millions have turned to “It is Well With My Soul” for comfort. The hymn, written by Horatio G. Spafford, remains one of the most beloved songs of all time ...
Read More »Kansas girl Makayla Brownlee wins over American Idol judges with impressive Dixie Chicks cover
Makayla Brownlee, a 17-year-old from Wellington who comes from a family of musicians, appeared on “American Idol” March 15 and wowed the judges. “You’ve got this little yodel cry, that’s a real ...
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