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Camp Continues Growth on Speaking Louder Than Before

Andy Argyrakis — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

No matter what the topic, Jeremy Camp once again grows as a writer and vertically-focused entertainer whose continuously developing testimony is just as inspiring as the reflections sewn across Speaking Louder Than Before.

Building 429 Unleashes Fresh Vision on New Project

Andrew Greer — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

In a “season of finding what God has in store” and no longer conforming to “what everybody wants us to be or what we think we should be,” Building 429 front-man Jason Roy explains the band has something of its own to say.

Hillsong United: The Point of Difference

Jackie A. Chapman — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

For the songs and music of Hillsong United to be recognized more and more, worship leader/songwriter Joel Houston actually admits, “Songwriting can be like swinging your arms recklessly,” never quite knowing where the punch will land.

Ruth’s Anorak One of the Year’s Finest

Matt Conner — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Anorak completely trumps Ruth’s debut—from the songwriting to the musicianship and back again. The songs here are tight, mature and entirely enjoyable. And it will be, without a doubt, one of 2008’s finest releases.

Disciple: All Things New

Matt Conner — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Kevin Young, the lead vocalist for Disciple, has found the hard rock industry stalwarts adding three new members to the original trio in the biggest line-up change in the band’s history.

A Steadfast Spirit in Personal Warfare

Debbie Przybylski — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:24:00 GMT

Let's never think that we are the only one going through warfare. All of God's people who have been used by Him have come face-to-face in confrontation and warfare. Everyone has had to learn to be steadfast. It's inevitable.

Michael W. Smith: Going Global

Andrew Greer — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Michael W. Smith has trotted the globe to witness firsthand the plights of the impoverished. It has granted him the inspiration for A New Hallelujah, an epic musical experience recorded before 12,000 worshippers earlier this year.

Ray and Clay are Gay. How Should Christians Respond?

Brian Bates — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 06:12:00 GMT

Singer/songwriter Brian Bates has been candid about struggling with homosexuality early in his life. He offers this editorial in response to questions from fans about the revelations of fellow artists Ray Boltz and Clay Aiken.

A Soulful Collection Extended on Mandisa’s Christmas

Andy Argyrakis — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

After last year’s Christmas Joy EP, Mandisa extends her holiday offerings this year on the full-length It’s Christmas. Three of the same songs pop up, but there are plenty of additional tracks in this soulful collection.

Year of the Open Door

Cherry Pedrick — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 06:11:00 GMT

A moving testimony reminds us that we can lead our loved ones to the door of the church, but they are the ones who must choose to enter, and remain.

Camp Continues Growth on Speaking Louder Than Before

Andy Argyrakis — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Building 429 Unleashes Fresh Vision on New Project

Andrew Greer — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Ruth’s Anorak One of the Year’s Finest

Matt Conner — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Mary Mary Mixes R&B, Gospel and More on The Sound

Andrew Greer — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

The Sound issues a musical force that erases any preconceived notions of Mary Mary’s capabilities. The sisters lay down the law, inserting elements of not only R&B and gospel, but electronic, dance, vintage soul and straight-up pop.

Missing Pages Includes Unreleased Tracks, Remixes

Andy Argyrakis — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 06:00:00 GMT

KJ-52's The Yearbook: Missing Pages is a sequel of sorts to 2007's The Yearbook and provides several unreleased tracks from the recording sessions, plus a handful of remixes.