MUSIC: Vice Verses - Switchfoot

With its play on words, Vice Verses, the title of Switchfoot’s new album, coherently suggests the album’s theme: everything has two sides.

“Every blessing comes with a set of curses,” singer-guitarist Jon Foreman sings on the title track, all the while wondering if “there’s a meaning to it all.” That theme runs through the album’s 12 songs and is even reflected in the album’s black and white cover. “People will be surprised when they hear it,” says drummer Chad Butler.

MUSIC: HILLSONG LIVE, GOD IS ABLE, RELEASED JULY 26

20th Annual Live Recording Shares Hope Amidst a World in Turmoil, Features Reuben Morgan, Joel Houston, Ben Fielding, Darlene Zschech, Hillsong UNITED

With more than 11 million albums sold and dozens of songs sung weekly in congregations around the world, Hillsong LIVE returns with its 20th annual recording, God Is Able. Recorded live along with thousands of worshippers gathered together at Sydney Entertainment Centre in Australia, the album delivers 11 brand new anthems...

MUSIC: Coming Home With Luminate

Tyler, Texas-based pop/rock band Luminate has just released its first full-length national debut, Come Home, from Sparrow Records.

Already receiving widespread acclaim, the band may best be described as passionate, stirring, and worshipful as Luminate's songs express hope and encourage listeners to seek the redemptive purpose of God in their lives.

MUSIC: Undisguised, Anthony Evans, Jr.

“I really don’t feel like doing this tonight…” As the words echoed through the concert hall, Anthony Evans gazed out at an audience that was staring, with wrinkled brows, back at him.

Many give up trying to read the Bible at all – confused and intimidated by its length and complexity. 

In that strangely silent moment there were more than a few furrowed foreheads facing the singer, but the man on the stage was no longer conflicted. In fact for the first time in a long while the expression on Anthony’s face was genuine, without pretense.


Tired of the game every human feels compelled to play; that no-win competition to be everything you’re not - in hopes of pleasing everyone you know, Anthony let down his guard. 

MUSIC: Hillsong LIVE, A Beautiful Exchange

FIRST EVER tour in the U.S. - Dallas July 30th!

In the collective expression of a unified church, as the people worship their magnificent Savior, a beautiful exchange happens: the exchange of the cross for sins, the exchange of His life for our freedom. 

MUSIC: MercyMe

The Generous Mr. Lovewell

Nearly a decade since "I Can Only Imagine," multiplatinum selling super group MercyMe dares to imagine the world as it should be in its brand new release, The Generous Mr. Lovewell.

MUSIC: Praise-Apella Sings to Inspire

From Gregorian chants to Barbershop Quartets, a cappella music has a rich and enduring history. Popularized by artists such as Bobby McFerrin and Boyz II Men and highlighted on the recent NBC show, The Sing Off, this vocal music without the usual instrumental accompaniment continues to wow listeners.

Since a cappella music is so deeply rooted in the church, it is no surprise to find it still beautifully represented by the contemporary Christian group, Praise-Apella. As with other Christian groups who came before them, such as Take 6 and Glad, Praise-Apella is committed to using their vocal giftings "for the praise of God's glory".

MUSIC: Introducing Brenton Brown
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Introducing Brenton Brown is the most recent musical offering from a songwriter and worship leader whose songs truly need no introduction, at least not to anyone who has been near a radio or church in the past few years. His music has been sung by millions in congregations all over the world and by other artists such as Chris Tomlin, Rebecca St. James and Lincoln Brewster.

Like a visit from a new friend, careful not to overstay his welcome, this six-song CD feels like a warm, fireside chat that you don’t want to end. The good news is you can hit replay and keep the conversation going.

MUSIC: Third Day: Success Breeds Humility

Bassist Tai Anderson says, “Being family guys—being at home with the kids, your kid throwing a fit in the middle of Wal-Mart--it’s hard to feel like a rock star at those times. We know it’s not all about us—we’re part of a bigger thing.”

Coming from a magazine that has become iconic in its own right as the source of who’s hot in mainstream music, this compliment was not given lightly.  Even more historical, though, is the fact that in June of 2008, when the band was featured on the front of the magazine, it was the first time a Christian band ever graced a Billboard cover.

Paul Baloche - A Glorious Journey

Paul Baloche's spiritual journey is marked by songs, music that has moved from personal touchstones to collective signposts for millions of believers. Intimate prayers that have become global anthems.

"Songwriting is a big part of my spiritual life," Paul shares. "It helps me go deeper with God. It helps me fix my mind on Jesus, to set my mind on things above. It keeps my own heart fresh and alive, for myself, my family and the Church. When I'm writing songs," Paul says, "I think, 'Will this help the Church worship God? Will this help people connect with Him?' I want to make music that they can believe in."

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