Category Archives: Christian music

SUNDAY NIGHT SERIES HAS “WOW” POWER

Here is the schedule for the Sunday night W.O.W. (Worship on the Waterfront) series at Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven, Mich. That schedule has been finalized and is now up at www.worshiponthewaterfront.org The free-will-offering series kicks off at 7:30 p.m. … Continue reading

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GOSPEL BRUNCH, ANYONE?

How did Kirk Franklin celebrate his Mother’s Day? He performed two sold out concert sets at the inaugural Kirk Franklin Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues in West Hollywood, Calif. Franklin has been with working officials at the House … Continue reading

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A LONG-DISTANCE MUSIC LESSON?

Singer-songwriter Jimmy Needham has some extra time this summer to offer songwriting lessons via Skype. It’s a series of five sessions, covering song concept and co-writing, lyric, melody and live performance. First session is a discounted $50. Offered on Tuesdays … Continue reading

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A MERCYME REQUEST

MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard is asking their fans to support the latest release by singer Amy Grant. “Years ago we gave (I Can Only) “Imagine” to @amygrant. She gave it back, telling us it’s our career song. Buy her … Continue reading

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“RAGAMUFFIN” ONE STEP CLOSER

Producers of the new movie “Ragamuffin” (Color Green Films) on the life of the late singer Rich Mullins are thanking fans for their patience, love and support, and have finally released the official “trailer” for the film at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF7qbCTFja0 Within … Continue reading

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MORE AWARDS

Matthew West was named ASCAP Christian Music Songwriter/Artist of the Year last week. West has had four No. 1 hits on his own but has also written hit songs for mainstream artists like Rascal Flatts (“The Day Before You”), and … Continue reading

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ANGIE’S “IDOL” RUN ENDS

Singer Angie Miller was eliminated this week from the “American Idol” competition after a run of several months which saw her make it to the final three contestants. Christian music fans have followed the progress of the 18-year old talent, … Continue reading

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A HOLY SWIM

Singer Shaun Groves is visiting the Holy Land this week and is posting pictures on Facebook while quoting a scripture about what took place at that location back in Biblical times. He certainly will have some new stories to share … Continue reading

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A DECADE ANNIVERSARY

Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife MaryBeth are preparing for a grand celebration marking the 10th anniversary of their Show Hope Foundation, dedicated to orphan care. May 26 will be the big day that includes a concert at Lipscomb University … Continue reading

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A FINAL FAREWELL

Superchick drummer Chase Lovelace died this past week, losing his battle with a rare form of cancer that was diagnosed just last year. Tributes have come in from various Christian artists, including Mark Schultz, Jamie Grace, Decemberadio, and Jason Dunn. … Continue reading

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