TOBYMAC SURPRISED BY CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP (CCMG) AND PANDORA WITH SEVERAL CAREER ACCOLADES  

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(L to R) - Emily Dashiell (CCMG); Al Skop (SiriusXM Pandora); TobyMac; Amanda Gore (CCMG); Victoria Alfonso (SiriusXM Pandora); Steven Cervenka (CCMG)/ photo: Dan Russo for Wander Creative

 (from L to R) - David Sylvester (CCMG); Emily Dashiell (CCMG); Kenny Rogers (CCMG); Brad O’Donnell (CCMG); TobyMac; Josh Bailey (CCMG); Hudson Plachy (CCMG); Tiffany Thompson (CCMG); Steven Cervenka (CCMG)/photo: Dan Russo for Wander Creative

TOBYMAC SURPRISED BY CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP (CCMG) AND PANDORA WITH SEVERAL CAREER ACCOLADES

 

CCMG presented seven-time Grammy-winner with one Gold and two

Platinum RIAA certifications

 

Pandora awarded TobyMac with a Billionaires Plaque commemorating over 1 billion Pandora streams

 

Nashville, TN... June 13, 2024 - Earlier this week seven-time GRAMMY-winnerTobyMac was surprised by Pandora and his record label, Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG), with numerous career accolades.  

TobyMac was awarded with a Billionaires Plaque, commemorating his music having been streamed over 1 billion times on the platform.  The plaque was presented on June 11 by SiriusXM Pandora's Al Skop, Senior Director, Music Programming.  Pandora has also celebrated artists from multiple genres over the years for reaching the milestone on its platform including Drake, DJ Khaled, Justin Bieber, Metallica, Rihanna, Taylor Swift and fellow Christian acts like Chris Tomlin, Hillsong United, MercyMe, Skillet and more.

"I am just so grateful," said TobyMac. "I look out at all of you and see a team - some people I've worked with for decades, some for months, but a team that has championed my songs and helped me spread how deep and wide God's never-ending love is, and for that I am so thankful. I love experiencing God breathing life into a song, allowing people to make that song their own and experience God's faithfulness in their own lives - it's why I will keep doing it 'til someone tells me I can’t anymore."

Hosted by CCMG in their new Nashville office, the label also took the opportunity to celebrate the success of TobyMac's LIFE AFTER DEATH project, honoring its five No.1 radio singles.  Additionally, they presented him with plaques commemorating the RIAA Gold certification of his single "Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight)," as well as for the RIAA Platinum certifications for both "Speak Life" and "City On Our Knees."

"We are thrilled to honor TobyMac and his unprecedented success. From being awarded Pandora’s Billionaires Plaque to numerous awards for his catalog and current album LIFE AFTER DEATH, there is so much to celebrate," expressed Brad O’Donnell, CCMG Co-President. "We are extremely grateful to be involved with such a special artist like Toby."

"It’s a privilege to recognize the impact that TobyMac’s music and creativity has on the world," adds Hudson Plachy, CCMG Co-President. "We are so proud to work alongside Toby and celebrate all of these well-deserved accomplishments."

Last week TobyMac debuted his brand new single “Nothin’ Sweeter," along with a coinciding lyric video. The single is the first release from an upcoming studio project (release date TBD) and follows his highly-decorated album LIFE AFTER DEATH, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart, produced five number one radio hits and has surpassed 475M Global streams.   

TobyMac recently received the K-LOVE Fan Award Song of the Year honor for his 2024 hit “Faithfully," which spent nine weeks at the top spot and broke Billboard's record for most Christian Airplay number ones among soloists. TobyMac will be hitting the summer festival circuit this month, starting with FishFest on June 15. For all tour related news, please visit TobyMac.com.





 

About TobyMac:

With more than 16 million units in career sales and a whopping seven GRAMMY® Awards, TobyMac’s career continues to run on the fast track. His last project, LIFE AFTER DEATH debuted at No.1 on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart in August 2022, garnered TobyMac his 17th GRAMMY® nomination and has amassed more than 475 million global streams to date. Named Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year at the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards, the project boasts an incredible five number one songs: “The Goodness (feat. Blessing Offor),” (whose music video won the Dove Award for Short Form Music Video of the Year), “Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight),” which peaked at No. 1 across five charts, “Promised Land,” “Cornerstone (feat. Zach Williams),”and “Faithfully,” the latter of which held onto the top spot for nine consecutive weeks. LIFE AFTER DEATH follows his 2019 GRAMMY-nominated album THE ELEMENTS, which includes “Everything,” “Scars,” “Edge of My Seat,” “See The Light” and more alongside the chart-topper, RIAA Gold Certified “I just need U.” His first six studio solo projects have achieved RIAA Gold certification, a first for any artist in the history of his label, Capitol Christian Music Group. Among those is 2012’s EYE ON IT, which debuted atop the Billboard 200, only the third Christian album ever to do so. His 2015 RIAA Certified Gold studio album, THIS IS NOT A TEST, garnered a GRAMMY® Award and Billboard Music Award nomination on top of debuting at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200. 

 

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SEVEN-TIME GRAMMY-WINNER TOBYMAC DEBUTS BRAND NEW SINGLE "NOTHIN' SWEETER" 

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SEVEN-TIME GRAMMY-WINNER TOBYMAC DEBUTS BRAND NEW SINGLE

"NOTHIN' SWEETER" 

Nashville, TN... June 7, 2024 - Seven-time GRAMMY-winner TobyMac has debuted his brand new single “Nothin’ Sweeter."  Now available across all DSPs along with a lyric video, the single is the first release from an upcoming studio project (release date TBD).  "Nothin' Sweeter" follows TobyMac's highly-decorated album LIFE AFTER DEATH, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart, produced five number one radio hits and has surpassed 475M Global streams.  

"I've had some of the most amazing times that one could ever have on this earth, and I've also walked through some things that have hit me very hard," he says about the song. "I don't think we're that different from one another in that we all experience some beauty and some things that leave us utterly confused and deeply hurting. I wrote "Nothin' Sweeter' because I have been uptown and downtown; I have seen the good of this life and the sorrow by the bitter graveside; and I've landed on this: there is nothin' sweeter in this life than the love of God. It's what I want to wake up to and what I go to bed to - there’s nothin' sweeter than His unfailing love”

"Nothin' Sweeter" comes on the heels of TobyMac's recent K-LOVE Fan Awards Song of the Year winning track “Faithfully," which spent nine weeks at the top spot and broke Billboard's record for most Christian Airplay number ones among soloists. 

TobyMac will be hitting the summer festival circuit this month, starting with FishFest on June 15. For all tour related news, please visit TobyMac.com.

About TobyMac:

With more than 16 million units in career sales and a whopping seven GRAMMY® Awards, TobyMac’s career continues to run on the fast track. His last project, LIFE AFTER DEATH debuted at No.1 on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart in August 2022, garnered TobyMac his 17th GRAMMY® nomination and has amassed more than 475 million global streams to date. Named Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year at the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards, the project boasts an incredible five number one songs: “The Goodness (feat. Blessing Offor),” (whose music video won the Dove Award for Short Form Music Video of the Year), “Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight),” which peaked at No. 1 across five charts, “Promised Land,” “Cornerstone (feat. Zach Williams),”and “Faithfully,” the latter of which held onto the top spot for nine consecutive weeks. LIFE AFTER DEATH follows his 2019 GRAMMY-nominated album THE ELEMENTS, which includes “Everything,” “Scars,” “Edge of My Seat,” “See The Light” and more alongside the chart-topper, RIAA Gold Certified “I just need U.” His first six studio solo projects have achieved RIAA Gold certification, a first for any artist in the history of his label, Capitol Christian Music Group. Among those is 2012’s EYE ON IT, which debuted atop the Billboard 200, only the third Christian album ever to do so. His 2015 RIAA Certified Gold studio album, THIS IS NOT A TEST, garnered a GRAMMY® Award and Billboard Music Award nomination on top of debuting at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200. 


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INDUSTRY VETERANS AND ENTREPRENEURS KELLI HAYWOOD AND LEIGH HOLT JOIN FORCES TO LAUNCH Hsquared MANAGEMENT

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INDUSTRY VETERANS AND ENTREPRENEURS KELLI HAYWOOD AND LEIGH HOLT JOIN FORCES TO LAUNCH

Hsquared MANAGEMENT

 

Transcending Genres, Hsquared will bring experienced expertise and powerful collaborative fuel to its diverse roster 

First signing together will be Capitol Christian Music Group singer/songwriter Riley Clemmons

 

Nashville, TN - June 4, 2024 - Industry veterans and entrepreneurs Kelli Haywoodand Leigh Holt have announced the launch of their brand-new, Nashville-based company, Hsquared Management. With a focus on transcending genres, Haywood and Holt bring over 25 years of industry experience to this powerful collaboration to fuel their now joined, very diverse roster. Combining the artist roster from their respective companies, KCH Entertainment and maddjett, are also unveiling their first signing together, Capitol Christian Music Group’s singer/songwriter Riley Clemmons.

Having met originally as executives at Warner Music Nashville, the two have developed a strong bond as female entrepreneurs over the years, and believe this collaboration is just a natural progression. 

"We've leaned on each other a lot over the years," comments Haywood, "So this partnership was a very natural, easy step to take. Neither of us needed to change what we were doing, but it became apparent that we're even better working together, and that our combined experience and talents would be beneficial to all of our clients."  

"I am excited to launch Hsquared with Kelli because it signifies two strong teams coming together to provide amazing service to our artists and authors," echoed Holt. "The symbolism of “H2” for hydrogen was meaningful to us because hydrogen is the main ingredient in rocket fuel, which is how we power our artists careers and growth paths. And the number two signifies two strong leaders joining forces, to build a formidable management company that can service the full breadth of the needs our clients have – from brand development, product launches, marketing strategies, touring, record and book deals, merchandise, podcasts, digital, and more – we are situated to build for the future."

During Haywood's time at Warner Bros in radio promotion, digital media and ultimately becoming the VP of Brand Management, she worked with artists such as Blake Shelton, Big & Rich, Faith Hill, The Wreckers, Gloriana, Dwight Yoakam, and Brett Eldredge. In 2008, she was named to Billboard's Top 30 Under 30, and in March of 2013, Haywood joined Starstruck Management Group as the VP of Marketing and Partnerships, where she was responsible for creating and expanding revenue streams for the company's roster of artists: Reba McEntire, Kelly Clarkson, and Blake Shelton and brokering deals with Pizza Hut, Pepsi, Dannon, and Citizen Watches and more for her clients.

In 2019, Haywood ventured into a new focus in the entertainment space with KCH Entertainment where she took on management duties for New York Times bestselling author and podcaster, Annie F. Downs. Her roster now includes Speaker and Influencer Carlos Whittaker, and Executive Directors of Daystar Counseling, podcaster (Raising Boys and Girls) and speakers David Thomas and Sissy Goff.

In May of 2020, Haywood, alongside her client and business partner Annie F. Downs, started the That Sounds Fun Network – a collaborative community of podcasts spanning multiple genres of content including the flagship show That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs, along with Dadville, Raising Boys and Girls with David Thomas and Sissy Goff, and Live in Love with Lauren Akins.

In 2013, Holt left her role as the VP of Strategic Partnerships with Warner Music Nashville to launch maddjett, a full-service agency that aligns the world’s best brands, most influential voices, and smartest technology to reach client goals.

maddjett’s diverse roster of clients and projects has included Hunter Hayes breaking the Guinness World Record™ for playing the most live concerts in 24 hours, Oprah’s "The Life You Want Weekend," Pepsi MidAmerica, PixMob, Sony Music Nashville, Harper Collins Publishers, the Museum of the Bible, and more. Through tailored strategies that include traditional, digital and creative ideas, maddjett engineers custom solutions that increase both revenue and brand awareness for their clients.

In 2015, Holt launched the artist management arm of maddjett to continue influencing the entertainment industry. The company has a unique approach, holistically serving artists and consulting them on all career decisions from overall business needs to marketing and PR strategy, fan engagement, touring, sponsorships, and more. Each artist relationship is unique, and every plan is specifically crafted and purposefully tailored to connect to the heart and vision of each artist, while authentically growing platforms and creating exceptional music. The company holds three Guinness Book World Records. maddjett currently represents Two-time Grammy winning and multi-platinum selling artist Lauren Daigle, who has earned eight Billboard Music Awards, four American Music Awards, twelve GMA Dove Music Awards, and sold-out concert venues all over the world. In addition, she manages Author / influencer Demi Leigh Tebow, Sony / Provident recording artist, Lizzie Morgan, and the 2023 American Idol runner-up, Megan Danielle.


Hsquared Client Roster:

Riley Clemmons

Lauren Daigle

Megan Danielle

Annie F. Downs

Lizzie Morgan

Demi Leigh Tebow

David Thomas and Sissy Goff

Carlos Whittaker


For inquiries and all information on Hsquared, you can now visithttp://www.hsquaredmgmt.com.



 

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COLTON DIXON'S "BUILD A BOAT" CERTIFIED GOLD

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COLTON DIXON'S "BUILD A BOAT"

CERTIFIED GOLD

K-LOVE surprises Dixon with plaque amongst hundreds of fans during K-LOVE Fan Award's Weekend 

Massive hit marks Dixon's first career RIAA certified Single

Dixon performs new single, "Up+Up" at CMB's Acoustic Cafe 

Nashville, TN... May 31, 2024 - Atlantic Recording Artist Colton Dixon has received his first RIAA Gold-Certification for his massive hit, "Build A Boat."  The radio team from K-LOVE and Christian label partner Fairtrade Services surprised Dixon in an interview during the K-LOVE Fan Awards weekend with hundreds of fans sharing in the excitement.  Watch the special moment here.  “Build A Boat" was the biggest song of 2022, holding the No. 1 spot for 11 weeks and also receiving Song of the Year nominations for both the K-LOVE Fan Awards and GMA Dove Awards.   

Most recently, Dixon released a brand new single, "UP+UP" and performed the track live for the first time at the annual Christian Music Broadcasters MOMENTUM conference in Orlando, FL., yesterday.  He also joined Danny Gokey as a presenter at K-LOVE Fan Awards, airing tonight at 7pm CT/8pm ET on TBN,  introducing very special tribute to Mandisa and TobyMac's Diverse City member Gabe Patillo, both of whom passed away this past spring. 

Dixon also released the title track for the feature film SIGHT, which hit theaters Memorial Day weekend and stars Greg Kinnear and Terry Chen. The stunning music video for “Rest of My Life (From the Original Motion Picture SIGHT)," debuted on his YouTube page this week.  

About Colton Dixon: Colton Dixon turns personal truths, stories, and experiences into universal anthems. He first emerged as a phenomenon after finishing in the top seven on Season 11 of American Idol. Delivering a series of fan favorite albums, 2013’s A Messenger achieved “the biggest first-week sales by a new solo Christian act” and catapulted into the Top 15 of the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart, not to mention, joining the iconic company of Harry Connick, Jr. and Billy Joel as a Steinway & Sons artist. A year later, Anchor yielded his third and fourth #1 hits on Christian Hot AC with “More of You” and “Through It All.” In 2017, he returned to #1 on the Christian Albums Chart for the third time. He has collected a pair of Dove Awards in the categories of “Rock/Contemporary Album” and “Recorded Music Packaging.” Following an invite from the White House, he also shined at the 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in addition to performing on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight and in the pages of People magazine. During 2020, he embarked on a new chapter with Atlantic Records ignited by the self-titled Colton Dixon EP and runaway hit “Miracles”—one of his most popular tracks to date. 2022 saw him make his show-stopping debut at the Grand Ole Opry amid kicking off another era and experiencing a creative breakthrough with “Build A Boat.” Between the original and duet version with multi platinum country songstress Gabby Barrett, it has reeled in over 100 million streams. It stood out as “the longest running Mediabase Christian AC #1 song of 2022” and locked down #1 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs Chart and Christian AC Airplay Chart. People premiered the accompanying music video and hailed it as “inspiring” for its depiction of the work of medical charity Mercy Ships. Now, Dixon captivated once again on his 2023 EP, Canvas [Atlantic Records], introduced by the top ten single “My Light," as well as his 2023 Christmas single, "Home for Christmas."  2024 brings new music from Dixon, starting with his brand-new track, “Rest of My Life” being used as the closing song for the new Angel Studios film SIGHT, starring Terry Chen and Greg Kinnear, and brand-new radio single, "Up+Up."
  
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DANNY GOKEY TO RELEASE FIFTH STUDIO ALBUM SOUND OF HEAVEN, JULY 26th

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DANNY GOKEY TO RELEASE FIFTH STUDIO ALBUM SOUND OF HEAVEN, JULY 26th



New focus track, "wannabe," available today



Nashville, TN (May 24, 2024) - Danny Gokey's fifth studio album, Sound of Heaven is coming July 26, 2024 with its latest instant grat track, "wannabe," available across all DSPs today. The three-time Grammy nominee, three-time K-LOVE Fan Award Male Vocalist of the Year winner and eight-time Dove Award winner's last album Jesus People peaked at #1 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums chart and has since accumulated 300M global streams.

Featuring eleven brand new songs, Sound of Heaven captures a wide variety of sounds and messages that reflect Gokey's passion for uplifting music and his heart for people. The grat track "wannabe" follows previously released tracks "Todo El Mundo” and his recent radio song, “I Got You," currently No. 23 at AC radio earning over 4.5M global streams. Produced by an array of producers including Ben Glover, Jordan Sapp, Jeff Sojka, and Colby Wedgeworth, the project is as diverse sonically as it is thematically. Fans will bop their heads to the energetic title track, “Sound of Heaven," dance to the Spanish influenced track “Lean On Me," and appreciate the notable features including Evan Craft, Niko Eme, Limoblaze, and Naomi Raine. “Still On The Throne” and “Open Up The Gates” round out the album with a worship focus, the latter of which will be the next single available on June 28th.  Full track listing is below.

"The phrase ‘Sound of Heaven,’ and each of the songs on this album, will mean different things to different people in different places of life, and I believe that each of these songs communicate the hopeful messages of heaven in ways that will speak to people - whatever their season of life," shares Gokey.

"I believe that the 'sound of heaven' is as diverse as all of God's creation. Some people think it's one dimensional with just angels singing with harps, but it's way more than that.  It's full of joy, where all creation in heaven and earth comes together and makes a beautiful sound," he says. "To me, there’s no greater joy than us getting to participate in the 'sounds of heaven' by glorifying Him with our lives here on earth.  In whatever walk of life or profession; whatever nation, tribe or tongue, we all make up the 'sound of heaven' if we're following Jesus. My prayer is that each of these songs meet each person right where they are and help them experience the 'sound of heaven' in a fresh new way, in just the way they need it!"

Track Listing:

Sound of Heaven
wannabe
I Got You
Still On The Throne
Only For A Moment
Todo El Mundo (feat. Limoblaze & Niko Eme)
Open Up The Gates
Can’t Help But Worship (feat. Naomi Raine)
God’s Not
Makeup
Lean On Me (feat. Evan Craft)


About Danny Gokey:

Three-time Grammy Nominee, three-time KLOVE Male Vocalist of the Year, Dove Award winner, and eight-time Dove Award Nominee, Danny Gokey became a favorite to millions of fans as a Top 3 finalist on Season Eight of American Idol. Following Idol, Gokey dropped his first album, My Best Days and has since celebrated five No. 1s including his follow-up releases Hope In Front of Me, Rise, Haven’t Seen It Yet, Jesus People and holiday albums, Christmas Is Here and The Greatest Gift. Spawning singles like, “We All Need Jesus”, “Love God Love People,” and RIAA Gold-certified “Hope In Front of Me”, “Tell Your Heart to Beat Again” and “Haven’t Seen It Yet,” Danny Gokey has cemented his place on the radio charts with multi-week, multi-chart-topping runs in the United States, Canada, and now Latin markets with the releases of Spanish singles and collaborations. The desire to make a broader impact with his message of hope led to the founding of nonprofit organization Better Than I Found It, which is doing community giveback 'Bus Stops' during his touring initiatives. He and his wife Leyicet also launched Livin’ la Vida Gokey, a podcast featuring conversations about faith and family. They currently live outside Nashville, TN with their four beautiful children, Daniel, Victoria, Gabriel, and Emanuel. Find out more at DannyGokey.com.

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AMY GRANT WRAPS SPRING 2024 TOUR, MAKES TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO NASHVILLE'S RYMAN AUDITORIUM 

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Photo: Kurt Heineke

 

AMY GRANT WRAPS SPRING 2024 TOUR, MAKES TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO NASHVILLE'S RYMAN AUDITORIUM 

 

Grant Relives Iconic 1992 Grammy Awards Moment as Granddaughter Walks On stage during "Baby Baby"

 

NASHVILLE, TN (MAY 22, 2024) - Six-time Grammy-award winner Amy Grant has officially wrapped her 33 city spring 2024 tour.  Each evening was filled with reflection, nostalgia and fun as Grant performed favorites from the past 25 years including "El Shaddai,” “Baby Baby,” "House of Love," "Sing Your Praise To The Lord,” as well as deeper cuts that surprised audiences including “What About The Love,” “Nobody Home,” and her latest releases “Trees We’ll Never See” and “What You Heard.” 

Grant filled the house for a back-to-back Mother's Day weekend shows at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium, her first solo headlining shows at the historic venue in 25 years. Grant relived her iconic Grammy Awards moment when her granddaughter Penelope walked out onstage during "Baby Baby."  Her daughter Mille, about whom "Baby Baby" was written and who walked on stage during the 1992 broadcast, surprised Grant by sending Penelope onto the stage reliving the special moment which was captured on film below.

Photo: Kurt Heineke

Grant will turn her attention next to the annual Barefoot Republic camp she hosts at her farm for two weeks each summer.  She once dreamt of kids running through her land laughing and having fun and Barefoot Republic camp has fulfilled this dream, with Grant taking part in everything from leading worship each morning, to archery and all kinds of outdoor adventures.

Grant will continue working on her next musical project throughout 2024, and in addition to her own fall tour dates, return for her Christmas At The Ryman residency with husband Vince Gill.  The annual celebration marked over 100 headline shows this past December - the first co-headliners to mark this incredible milestone.



Get Connected with Amy Grant:
Website // http://amygrant.com
Twitter // https://twitter.com/amygrant
Instagram // https://www.instagram.com/amygrantofficial/
Facebook // https://www.facebook.com/amygrant/
TikTok // amygrantmusic  

About Amy Grant:
Amy Grant's career spans more than 40 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality and philanthropist. With three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and over 1 billion global streams. Grant’s chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. In addition to her six GRAMMY® Awards, Grant has earned 26 GMA Dove Awards (including four Artist of the Year Awards) and has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as the Music City Walk of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Conventional wisdom has it that Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map becoming the first Contemporary Christian artist to have a platinum record, the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts and the first to perform at the GRAMMY® Awards. With that, her legacy as one of the most influential artists of the past four decades is assured.  In 2020, the T.J. Martell Foundation – the music industry’s leading nonprofit to fund innovative medical research focused on treatments and cures for cancer – honored Grant with the Tony Martell Outstanding Entertainment Achievement Award at their annual Honors Gala. Most recently, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts included Grant as one of their five distinguished Honorees to receive the 45th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. In 2023, Grant toured in 70 cities across the country and released her first new music in a decade, starting with the single "Trees We'll Never See,” (March) and "What You Heard" (April).  Grant released her latest album project, “Lead Me On Live 1989” in October 2023 which is a full-concert documentation from the 1988-1989 Lead Me On Tour and finished 2023 with two Christmas Tours including dates with Michael W. Smith as well as the annual Christmas At The Ryman residency with Vince Gill which celebrated over 100 headline shows at the Ryman, the first co-headliners to mark this incredible milestone. Earlier in 2024, Grant released the long-sought after “Songs From The Loft” album, originally released in 1993, for the first time on digital formats. Currently, Grant just wrapped a 33 date tour this spring, including two headlining shows at the Ryman Auditorium over Mother’s Day weekend and will begin recording her next musical project for release in the near future.  

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COLTON DIXON UNVEILS BRAND NEW SUMMER SINGLE "UP + UP"

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COLTON DIXON UNVEILS BRAND NEW SUMMER SINGLE "UP + UP"


Available Across all DSPs Today, Impacts Radio June 28

Nashville, TN - May 17, 2024 - Atlantic Recording Artist Colton Dixon has released a brand new single, "UP+UP," available across all DSPs today and impacting radio on June 28th. The perfect upbeat sing-a-long song for summer, Dixon will perform the track live for the first time at the annual Christian Music Broadcasters MOMENTUM conference in Orlando, FL. on Thursday, May 30th. 


"Life is tough, but I believe God wants the best for us," Dixon shares about the song. "Though life doesn’t come without trials, I believe that God’s plan is to give us hope and a future - a plan that always says ‘up and up’ again."

"Musically I wanted to mirror the message of this song, which is this - 'don’t let life knock you down, but put your hope in God and He will take you ‘up and up’ again.'"

In addition to just wrapping the succesful spring 2024 "Love & Light Tour" with Jordan Feliz, most recently fans saw Dixon, along with Danny Gokey and Melinda Doolittle, perform a special tribute to their friend, MANDISA, on American Idol.  

Dixon also released the title track for the feature film SIGHT, which comes to theaters Memorial Day weekend and stars Greg Kinnear and Terry Chen. The stunning music video for “Rest of My Life (From the Original Motion Picture SIGHT)," debuted on his YouTube page this week.  

2023 was a landmark year for Dixon. He saw his massive No. 1 hit “Build A Boat" receive nominations for both a K-LOVE Fan Award and GMA Dove Award for Song of the Year, released his bestselling 7-song CANVAS EP featuring the top ten single, “My Light,”  performed on FOX & Friends and The Kelly Clarkson Show, gave a stunning performance of the National Anthem for The Kansas City Chiefs and had his biggest touring year ever, hitting over 120 U.S. cities.   

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About Colton Dixon: Colton Dixon turns personal truths, stories, and experiences into universal anthems. He first emerged as a phenomenon after finishing in the top seven on Season 11 of American Idol. Delivering a series of fan favorite albums, 2013’s A Messenger achieved “the biggest first-week sales by a new solo Christian act” and catapulted into the Top 15 of the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart, not to mention, joining the iconic company of Harry Connick, Jr. and Billy Joel as a Steinway & Sons artist. A year later, Anchor yielded his third and fourth #1 hits on Christian Hot AC with “More of You” and “Through It All.” In 2017, he returned to #1 on the Christian Albums Chart for the third time. He has collected a pair of Dove Awards in the categories of “Rock/Contemporary Album” and “Recorded Music Packaging.” Following an invite from the White House, he also shined at the 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in addition to performing on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight and in the pages of People magazine. During 2020, he embarked on a new chapter with Atlantic Records ignited by the self-titled Colton Dixon EP and runaway hit “Miracles”—one of his most popular tracks to date. 2022 saw him make his show-stopping debut at the Grand Ole Opry amid kicking off another era and experiencing a creative breakthrough with “Build A Boat.” Between the original and duet version with multi platinum country songstress Gabby Barrett, it has reeled in over 100 million streams. It stood out as “the longest running Mediabase Christian AC #1 song of 2022” and locked down #1 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs Chart and Christian AC Airplay Chart. People premiered the accompanying music video and hailed it as “inspiring” for its depiction of the work of medical charity Mercy Ships. Now, Dixon captivated once again on his 2023 EP, Canvas [Atlantic Records], introduced by the top ten single “My Light," as well as his 2023 Christmas single, "Home for Christmas."  2024 brings new music from Dixon, starting with his brand-new track, “Rest of My Life” being used as the closing song for the new Angel Studios film SIGHT, starring Terry Chen and Greg Kinnear, and brand-new radio single, "Up+Up."

  
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AMERICAN IDOL broadcasts LIVE tribute to MANDISA featuring Colton Dixon, Danny Gokey and Melinda Doolittle 

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AMERICAN IDOL broadcasts LIVE tribute to MANDISA featuring Colton Dixon, Danny Gokey and Melinda Doolittle 



Nashville, TN... April 30, 2024 - Last night, American Idol broadcast a live, coast-to-coast tribute to MANDISA featuring Colton Dixon, Danny Gokey and Melinda Doolittle. The past American Idol finalists performed "Shackles (Praise You)," a song Mandisa performed as a contestant on the show's 5th season and recorded on her debut album, True Beauty, in 2007.

Watch the special performance here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJtWxlI2lS4 



About Mandisa:

Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life's challenges all around the world..  She performed her three RIAA Certified Gold hit singles "Overcomer," "Good Morning (feat. TobyMac)" and "Stronger" on ABC’s Good Morning America (GMA), with “Stronger” becoming an anthem and creating opportunities such as welcoming the emotional return of beloved morning host Robin Roberts back to GMA and an invitation to perform the national anthem during a Sunday night NFL Network game to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Her 2013 GRAMMY® award-winning album Overcomer debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart. The album’s title track proved to be a smash at radio and earned the GRAMMY® for Best Contemporary Christian Music Song. Mandisa, also a 2-time K-LOVE Fan Awards co-host, debuted her latest chart-topping album Out Of The Dark alongside sharing the moving story of her fight with depression for the very first time on GMA as well. The latest 15 track collection includes notables such as the top 5 hits "Unfinished" and "Bleed The Same (feat. TobyMac, Kirk Franklin)." In 2021 she released "You Keep Hope Alive" with worship leader and Gotee Recording artist Jon Reddick, and when COVID-19 paused touring, Mandisa immediately took to YouTube to share what was on her heart during “Mornings with Mandisa” sessions, which morphed into “Mornings with Mandisa & Friends,” a round table discussion covering a myriad of topics that takes place via Zoom on the 24th of each month. That same year, Mandisa launched “What If We Were Real,” a candid talk show on YouTube hosted by the singer that featured a panel of guests and explored relevant subjects not often discussed in church circles. Mandisa passed away on April 18, 2024 at the age of 47.  

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COLTON DIXON Brings His Unmistakable Pop Vocals to the Feature Film SIGHT 

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COLTON DIXON Brings His Unmistakable Pop Vocals to the Feature Film SIGHT 

"Rest of My Life (From the Original Motion Picture SIGHT)" Available Today on all digital music platforms

Nashville, TN - April 26, 2024 - Angel Studios is honored to announce that Atlantic Recording Artist Colton Dixon has released the title track for the upcoming feature film SIGHT. “Rest of My Life (From the Original Motion Picture SIGHT)” is available today on all major music platforms, through Atlantic Records.

 

“When I first heard “Rest of My Life,” I instantly knew it was a fit for the film's epilogue,” shares Ryan Svendsen, Angel Studios Head of Music. “It is extremely rare for the spirit and lyrics of a song to be an uncanny match for a scene but the stars aligned beautifully with Colton’s track for SIGHT. We are honored to have Colton’s uplifting music bring out this important moment and we know that this song will be a reminder of not only the film but of the miracle that we are not confined by the things that we can physically see.”

 

“Sometimes when you write a song, it takes on a life of its own,” shares Dixon. “After I experienced the film and got to meet Dr. Wang in person, the lyrics and cadence of the song took on a whole new meaning. I can’t wait for this song and the film to impact the world in a powerful way.”

 

Lyrics to “Rest of My Life (From the Original Motion Picture SIGHT)” -

 

​​Spent most of my life

Killin’ my time on the sidelines wishin’ I

Had a purpose had a reason had a why

I was searching with a blindfold In the dark

Til I met you and you rescued my heart

Was lost and found Was blind but now I’ll never be the same

 

For the rest of my LIFE

I’m gonna reach higher I’m gonna live for what I believe

Everyday three sixty-five right up until the day that I DIE

In every moment be everything you made me to be

I’m not afraid with you right by my side for the rest of my

 

See it clearer in the mirror eyes are open

Cuz it’s in Him that I’m placing all my hope in

Yeah, you loved me first now my universe is and will always be yours

 

For the rest of my LIFE

I’m gonna reach higher I’m gonna live for what I believe

Everyday three sixty-five right up until the day that I DIE

In every moment be everything you made me to be

I’m not afraid with you right by my side for the rest of my life

 

I was dying only trying to survive

But now I’m thriving Living like I am alive

Ain’t it crazy How in the blink of an eye

You could change me for the rest of my life LIFE

 

I’m gonna reach higher I’m gonna live for what I believe

Everyday three sixty-five right up until the day that I DIE

In every moment be everything you made me to be

I’m not afraid with you right by my side for the rest of my life 

 

SIGHT comes to theaters Memorial Day weekend, 2024.  Starring Greg Kinnear and Terry Chen, the film follows the true story of Dr. Ming Wang, a Chinese American who defies all odds to become a world-renowned eye surgeon in the United States. Drawing upon the grit and determination he gained from a turbulent uprising in his youth in China, Dr. Wang sets out to restore the sight of a blind orphan.

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About Angel Studios:  Angel Studios is the home of stories that amplify light. Through the Angel Guild, tens of thousands of “Angel” investors choose which titles the studio will distribute next. Angel Studios allows creators and audiences to form passionate communities around their creative projects, making the story behind the story as important as the final project itself. The Chosen and Dry Bar Comedy—two of Angel Studios’ projects—have earned billions of views around the world, and now SOUND OF FREEDOM has become a global box-office hit. Learn more at Angel.com


About Colton Dixon: Colton Dixon turns personal truths, stories, and experiences into universal anthems. He first emerged as a phenomenon after finishing in the top seven on Season 11 of American Idol. Delivering a series of fan favorite albums, 2013’s A Messenger achieved “the biggest first-week sales by a new solo Christian act” and catapulted into the Top 15 of the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart, not to mention, joining the iconic company of Harry Connick, Jr. and Billy Joel as a Steinway & Sons artist. A year later, Anchor yielded his third and fourth #1 hits on Christian Hot AC with “More of You” and “Through It All.” In 2017, he returned to #1 on the Christian Albums Chart for the third time. He has collected a pair of Dove Awards in the categories of “Rock/Contemporary Album” and “Recorded Music Packaging.” Following an invite from the White House, he also shined at the 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in addition to performing on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight and in the pages of People magazine. During 2020, he embarked on a new chapter with Atlantic Records ignited by the self-titled Colton Dixon EP and runaway hit “Miracles”—one of his most popular tracks to date. 2022 saw him make his show-stopping debut at the Grand Ole Opry amid kicking off another era and experiencing a creative breakthrough with “Build A Boat.” Between the original and duet version with multi platinum country songstress Gabby Barrett, it has reeled in over 100 million streams. It stood out as “the longest running Mediabase Christian AC #1 song of 2022” and locked down #1 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs Chart and Christian AC Airplay Chart. People premiered the accompanying music video and hailed it as “inspiring” for its depiction of the work of medical charity Mercy Ships. Now, Dixon captivated once again on his 2023 EP, Canvas [Atlantic Records], introduced by the top ten single “My Light," as well as his 2023 Christmas single, "Home for Christmas."  2024 brings new music from Dixon, starting with his brand-new track, “Rest of My Life” being used as the closing song for the new Angel Studios film SIGHT, starring Terry Chen and Greg Kinnear.

  

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MERCYME ANNOUNCESFALL 2024 "Together Again...Again Tour"Along with CROWDER and COCHREN & CO, tour to hit 14 cities throughout October 

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MERCYME ANNOUNCES
FALL 2024 "Together Again...Again Tour"
Along with CROWDER and COCHREN & CO, tour to hit 14 cities throughout October 

Tickets on sale March 29

Nashville, TN….March 22, 2024 – GRAMMY®-nominated band MercyMe has announced their fall 2024 "Together Again...Again Tour" also featuring CROWDER and COCHREN & CO. Hitting 14 cities throughout October, tickets go on sale March 29 via mercyme.org. Full tour routing is listed below. 

MercyMe has recently released a brand new single, the title track from their latest best selling project, ALWAYS ONLY JESUS.  Gaining momentum each week, the song follows "To Not Worship You," which hit No.1 on four different Billboard and Mediabase charts, as well as "Then Christ Came," which also hit No.1 and was Dove Award-nominated for Song of the Year. 

To note, last November, their No. 1 track  "Almost Home," (inhale/exhale) was certified Gold by the RIAA, bringing the band's certification tally to total 15 gold, platinum and multi-platinum singles and albums. 

Oct 3                Saginaw, MI - Dow Event Center

Oct 4                Toledo, OH - Huntington Center

Oct 5                Huntington, WV - Mountain Health Arena

Oct 6                Roanoke, VA - Berglund Center - Berglund Coliseum

Oct 10              Estero, FL- Hertz Arena

Oct 11              Tallahassee, FL - Donald L. Tucker Civic Center

Oct 12              Macon, GA - Macon Centreplex Coliseum

Oct 17              Reading, PA - Santander Arena

Oct 18              Norfolk, VA - Chartway Arena

Oct 19              Greenville, SC - Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Oct 20              North Charleston, SC - North Charleston Coliseum

Oct 25              Bossier City, LA - Brookshire Grocery Arena

Oct 26              Oklahoma City, OK - Paycom Center

Oct 27              Rio Rancho, NM - Rio Rancho Events Center



About MercyMe: 
It continues to be a landmark time for the multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY® nominated, multiple American Music Award, Billboard Music Award and Dove Award winners MercyMe. They were named Billboard’s Top Christian Artist of the 2010 decade, and in 2020 received their eighth American Music Award nomination. A major motion picture based on the life of frontman Bart Millard who wrote the mega-hit song “I Can Only Imagine” after the loss of his father, opened at a remarkable No. 3 at the box office on Mar. 16, 2018 (Lionsgate, Roadside Attractions). In conjunction with the movie release, Millard penned a memoir and the band released a collection of hits titled I Can Only Imagine – The Very Best Of MercyMe. In 2018 MercyMe was named Top Christian Artist at the Billboard Music Awards, was the top winner at the fan-fueled K-LOVE Fan Awards including a win for Artist of the Year, and was the GMA Dove Award Winner for Artist Of The Year. Since their debut in 2001, the band has sold more than 9 million units in CD, single and DVD sales, garnered more than 49 No. 1 multi-format radio singles, and had four consecutive mainstream radio hits. MercyMe made history in 2014 as “I Can Only Imagine” surpassed 2 million digital downloads, making it the first song in Christian music to go platinum and double-platinum in the digital domain. The song has now gone 5x platinum. In 2009, Billboard named MercyMe’s “Word Of God Speak” the No. 1 Song of The Decade and the group the No. 1 Artist of the Decade in both the Christian Songs and Christian AC Songs categories, recognizing them as one of the industry’s most notable talents. They have sold out venues throughout the US and Canada, including Radio City Music Hall, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and have appeared on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Good Morning America, GMA3, The Today Show, CBS This Morning, FOX & Friends, CNN, ABC News and in the pages of Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times, USA Today and more. Their eleventh album, ALWAYS ONLY JESUS, is available now.
 
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Twitter // www.twitter.com/mercyme
Instagram // www.instagram.com/mercyme
Facebook // www.facebook.com/mercyme
YouTube // www.youtube.com/user/mercyme 


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SIX-TIME GRAMMY WINNER AMY GRANT RELEASES SOUGHT AFTER RECORDING "SONGS FROM THE LOFT" DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME TODAY

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SIX-TIME GRAMMY WINNER AMY GRANT RELEASES SOUGHT AFTER RECORDING  "SONGS FROM THE LOFT" DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIME TODAY

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NASHVILLE, TN - March 22, 2024 - Today, six-time Grammy winner Amy Grant will release Songs From The Loft for the first time on digital formats. Originally released in 1993 at the height of her successful album, Heart In Motion, the Songs From The Loft project has been long out of print and sought after by fans everywhere. 

 

Featuring guest artists Michael W. Smith, Donna McElroy, Susan Ashton, Wes King, Ashley Cleveland, Gary Chapman, Kim Hill, Amy Delaine and Michael James,Songs From The Loft was a labor of love to provide songs for people to sing at gatherings on Amy's farm. A focus track of the collection is "We Believe In God," the anthemic song so many fans have come to cherish.  Click here to watch its new lyric video. 

In the original liner notes, Amy said, “This collection of songs brings countless pictures to mind.  Memories made over years in the top of an old red barn…Jammed up in the loft with the dust and sweat, the raw nerves, and the truth…The hope is that these simple songs will always remind us…we believe in God.”   Full track listing is below. 


Grant is currently touring throughout the spring in 33 cities across the U.S., including Mother's Day weekend for her first solo headline shows at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium.  Grant and husband Vince Gill celebrated their 100th show at The Ryman as part of a sold-out 2023 “Christmas at the Ryman” residency this past December, making them the first artists to headline 100 show at the iconic venue. Grammy-nominated stand-up comedian and Nashville native Nate Bargatze surprised the duo on stage with a Hatch Show Print commemorating the 12-show run and centennial milestone.  For tour information, please visit AmyGrant.com.  
 

SONGS FROM THE LOFT Track Listing with featured artists:

1) What We’ve Come Here For (feat. Michael W. Smith)

2) I Got The Want To (feat. Donna McElroy)

3) Seek First (feat. Susan Ashton)

4) Joy! (feat. Wes King)

5) Where Do I Go (feat. Ashley Cleveland and Gary Chapman)

6) Salt and Light (feat. Amy Delaine)

7) How Do You Know (feat. Kim Hill)

8) We Come To Praise (feat. Michael James)

9) We Believe In God (feat. Amy Grant)

10) Hope Set High (feat. Gary Chapman)

11) Hey Now (feat. Amy Grant)

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About Amy Grant:
Amy Grant's career spans more than 40 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality and philanthropist. With three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and over 1 billion global streams. Grant’s chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. In addition to her six GRAMMY® Awards, Grant has earned 26 GMA Dove Awards (including four Artist of the Year Awards) and has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as the Music City Walk of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Conventional wisdom has it that Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map becoming the first Contemporary Christian artist to have a platinum record, the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts and the first to perform at the GRAMMY® Awards. With that, her legacy as one of the most influential artists of the past four decades is assured.  In 2020, the T.J. Martell Foundation – the music industry’s leading nonprofit to fund innovative medical research focused on treatments and cures for cancer – honored Grant with the Tony Martell Outstanding Entertainment Achievement Award at their annual Honors Gala. Most recently, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts included Grant as one of their five distinguished Honorees to receive the 45th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. In 2023, Grant toured in 70 cities across the country and released her first new music in a decade, starting with the single "Trees We'll Never See,” (March) and "What You Heard" (April).  Grant released her latest project, “Lead Me On Live 1989” in October 2023 which is a full-concert documentation from the 1988-1989 Lead Me On Tour.  Grant finished the year with two Christmas Tours including dates with Michael W. Smith as well as the annual Christmas At The Ryman residency with Vince Gill which celebrated over 100 headline shows at the Ryman, the first co-headliners to mark this incredible milestone.  Currently, Grant is on tour playing 33 shows in this spring, including two headlining shows at the Ryman Auditorium over Mother’s Day weekend.  Grant will release the long-sought after “Songs From The Loft” album, originally released in 1993, for the first time on digital formats on March 22 and will begin recording her next musical project for release later in the year. 


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COLTON DIXON & JORDAN FELIZ ANNOUNCE RETURN OF "THE LOVE & LIGHT TOUR" HITTING 22 CITIES SPRING 2024 

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COLTON DIXON & JORDAN FELIZ ANNOUNCE RETURN OF

"THE LOVE & LIGHT TOUR" HITTING 22 CITIES SPRING 2024 

 Dixon to make cameo appearance on Great American Family'Network's first original series,

"County Rescue" 

 

Nashville, TN.... January 19, 2024 - Award-winning artists Colton Dixon and Jordan Feliz have announced the return of "The Love & Light Tour" this spring!  Kicking off March 1st in Marion, IL., the tour will hit U.S. over 22 cities (full tour routing is listed below).  Fans can RSVP for on-sale alerts with limited VIP Q&A tickets available at www.coltondixon.com.   

Dixon will also be making a cameo appearance on Great American Family network's first original series, "County Rescue," which premiers on Great American Pure Flix (streaming) on February 16 and on Great American Family on February 17th.  Dixon is featured in Episode 3, which will premiere on Great American Pure Flix on March 1st and Great American Family the next day. 

 2023 was a landmark year for Dixon. He saw his massive No. 1 hit “Build A Boat" receive nominations for both a K-LOVE Fan Award and GMA Dove Award for Song of the Year, released his bestselling 7-song CANVAS EP featuring the top ten single, “My Light,”  performed on FOX & Friends and The Kelly Clarkson Show, gave a stunning performance of the National Anthem for The Kansas City Chiefs and had his biggest touring year ever, hitting over 120 U.S. cities.  Dixon is currently spending time in LA and Nashville working on new music. 

"The Love & Light Tour"

3/1/24 - Marion, IL

3/2/24 - Nixa, MO

3/8/24 - North Syracuse, NY

3/9/24 - Edinboro, PA

3/14/24 - Seekonk, MA

3/15/24 - Hampden, MA

3/16/24 - Albany, NY

3/17/24 - Biddeford, ME

4/4/24 - Steelville, MO

4/5/24 - Greenville, TX

4/6/24 - Edinburg, TX

4/11/24 - Rochester, MN

4/12/24 - North Mankato, MN

4/13/24 - St. Cloud, MN

4/14/24 - Bemidji, MN

4/18/24 - Effingham, IL

4/19/24 - Waukesha, WI

4/20/24 - Ashland, OH

4/21/24 - Van Wert, OH

4/25/24 - Knoxville, TN

4/26/24 - White Pine, TN

4/27/24 - Huntsville, AL


ABOUT COLTON DIXON: 
Colton Dixon turns personal truths, stories, and experiences into universal anthems. He first emerged as a phenomenon after finishing in the top seven on Season 11 of Fox’s American Idol. Delivering a series of fan favorite albums, 2013’s A Messenger achieved “the biggest first-week sales by a new solo Christian act” and catapulted into the Top 15 of the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart, not to mention, joining the iconic company of Harry Connick, Jr. and Billy Joel as a Steinway & Sons artist. A year later, Anchor yielded his third and fourth #1 hits on Christian Hot AC with “More of You” and “Through It All.” In 2017, he returned to #1 on the Christian Albums Chart for the third time. He has collected a pair of Dove Awards in the categories of “Rock/Contemporary Album” and “Recorded Music Packaging.” Following an invite from the White House, he also shined at the 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in addition to performing on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight and in the pages of People magazine. During 2020, he embarked on a new chapter with Atlantic Records ignited by the self-titled Colton Dixon EP and runaway hit “Miracles”—one of his most popular tracks to date. 2022 saw him make his show-stopping debut at the Grand Ole Opry in the midst of kicking off another era, and experiencing a creative breakthrough with “Build A Boat.” Between the original and duet version with multiplatinum country songstress Gabby Barrett, it has reeled in nearly 100 million streams. It stood out as “the longest running Mediabase Christian AC #1 song of 2022” and locked down #1 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs Chart and Christian AC Airplay Chart. People premiered the accompanying music video and hailed it as “inspiring” for its depiction of the work of medical charity Mercy Ships. Now, Dixon captivated once again on his 2023 EP, Canvas [Atlantic Records], introduced by the top ten single “My Light," as well as his 2023 Christmas single, "Home for Christmas."

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COLTON DIXON CLOSES OUT THE YEAR ON MULTIPLE YEAR-END BILLBOARD & MEDIABASE CHARTS

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COLTON DIXON CLOSES OUT THE YEAR ON MULTIPLE YEAR-END BILLBOARD & MEDIABASE CHARTS

DIXON KICKS OFF DECEMBER IN A BIG WAY WITH NEW "HOME FOR CHRISTMAS" SINGLE/TOUR & TOMMEE PROFFIT'S THE BIRTH OF A KING EVENT

The Tennessean gives Dixon front page love, and Paula Faris chats with him about American Idol, millennial dads and career setbacks 

Nashville, TN... December 7, 2023 - American Idol finalist and Atlantic Record's recording artist Colton Dixon is closing out 2023 on multiple year-end Billboardand MEDIABASE charts.  Overall Dixon was MEDIABASE's fifth most played artist (Christian impressions) and sixth most played for Christian AC. Billboard counted him their ninth top Christian airplay artist, while the massive multi-format No. 1 hit "Build A Boat (Feat. Gabby Barrett)" landed at No. 6 on the MEDIABASE Christian Impressions chart and No. 10 on its Christian AC chart. The 2023 success follows both a K-LOVE Fan Award and GMA Dove Award nomination for Song of the Year for the track that was the longest running No.1 Mediabase Christian AC song of 2022. 

Before the year ends, however, Dixon has kicked off December in a big way with his new "Home For Christmas" single and tour. Hitting eleven U.S. cities this fall, and also featuring Jason Crabb on eight of the stops, with Cade Thompson on the remaining three, Dixon is performing Christmas favorites, and his brand new single, which is available now.  In the midst of the tour, Dixon also stopped by the OPRY to perform "We Three Kings" with Hollyn as a part of Tommee Proffitt's lauded THE BIRTH OF A KING event. 

Most recently, Dixon made an appearance on The Paula Faris Show chatting about  American Idol, millenial dads and career setbacks, which hit just as The Tennessean featured him on their front page, reflecting on career highs and lows and more.

Earlier this year Dixon released his bestselling 7-song CANVAS EP featuring the top ten single, “My Light,”  which he performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show. 

As fall rolled in he made his NFL debut with a stunning performance of the National Anthem for defending Super Bowl champs, The Kansas City Chiefs, while in the midst of his fall run with Jordan Feliz for their "The Love & Light Tour." 

Dixon expects to be announcing 2024 tour plans soon.  To stay up-to-date on all touring plans, visit ColtonDixon.com.  


"Home For Christmas Tour"  

12/7/23 - Temple Theater for the Performing Arts (Jason Crabb) - Meridian, MS

12/8/23 - Immanuel Baptist Church (Cade Thompson) - Tallahassee, FL

12/9/23 - Restoring Hope Church (Jason Crabb, Cade Thompson) - Cross Plains, TN

12/10/23 - First Baptist Church (Cade Thompson) - Wentzville, MO

12/14/23 - Christ Temple Church (Jason Crabb) - Huntington, WV

12/15/23 - Redemption Christian Tabernacle (Jason Crabb) - Tipp City, OH

12/16/23 - Sumiton Church of God (Jason Crabb) - Sumiton, AL

12/17/23 - Restoration Church (Jason Crabb) - Alpharetta, GA

ABOUT COLTON DIXON: 
Colton Dixon turns personal truths, stories, and experiences into universal anthems. He first emerged as a phenomenon after finishing in the top seven on Season 11 of Fox’s American Idol. Delivering a series of fan favorite albums, 2013’s A Messenger achieved “the biggest first-week sales by a new solo Christian act” and catapulted into the Top 15 of the Billboard 200 and #1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart, not to mention, joining the iconic company of Harry Connick, Jr. and Billy Joel as a Steinway & Sons artist. A year later, Anchor yielded his third and fourth #1 hits on Christian Hot AC with “More of You” and “Through It All.” In 2017, he returned to #1 on the Christian Albums Chart for the third time. He has collected a pair of Dove Awards in the categories of “Rock/Contemporary Album” and “Recorded Music Packaging.” Following an invite from the White House, he also shined at the 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in addition to performing on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight and in the pages of People magazine. During 2020, he embarked on a new chapter with Atlantic Records ignited by the self-titled Colton Dixon EP and runaway hit “Miracles”—one of his most popular tracks to date. 2022 saw him make his show-stopping debut at the Grand Ole Opry in the midst of kicking off another era, and experiencing a creative breakthrough with “Build A Boat.” Between the original and duet version with multiplatinum country songstress Gabby Barrett, it has reeled in nearly 100 million streams. It stood out as “the longest running Mediabase Christian AC #1 song of 2022” and locked down #1 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs Chart and Christian AC Airplay Chart. People premiered the accompanying music video and hailed it as “inspiring” for its depiction of the work of medical charity Mercy Ships. Now, Dixon captivates once again on his 2023 EP, Canvas [Atlantic Records], introduced by the top ten single “My Light.”

GET CONNECTED WITH COLTON DIXON:
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JOHN COOPER'S SECOND BOOK LANDS AT #1 ON MULTIPLE CHARTS IN FIRST WEEK

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JOHN COOPER'S SECOND BOOK LANDS AT #1 ON MULTIPLE CHARTS IN FIRST WEEK

 

PRESS COVERAGE WIDESPREAD FOR SELF-PUBLISHED "WIMPY WEAK AND WOKE" 

 

The follow-up to his bestselling debut, "Awake & Alive," book profiles "how truth can save America from Utopian destruction"

 

Nashville, TN....November 21, 2023 - John Cooper, lead-singer of 17x platinum rock band Skillet, author of best-selling book “Awake & Alive to Truth," and host of the popular Cooper Stuff podcast, released his second book last week, which immediately hit No. 1 on multiple Amazon Kindle sales charts, including General Sociology of Race Relations, Christian Liberation Theology and Sociology of Race Relations. "WIMPY, WEAK AND WOKE," which proclaims how "truth can save us from Utopian destruction," and has been heralded for it's "critical and timely message," (Kirk Cameron), as a "brash invitation to anchor our lives to Biblical truth," (Adam Holz, Focus on the Family), and Cooper as a "heroic truth teller," by Eric Metaxas. 

Cooper spoke exclusively with FOX News personality Brian Kilmeade to announce the book earlier this fall, as well as on his radio show today, and is scheduled to appear on his FOX News prime time program, ONE NATION, this Saturday. 

Press hits for the page-turner has been widespread and diversified across mainstream and Christian media, including The Daily Caller,CBN News, Church Leaders, Get Real with Caroline Hobby, Just The News,  The Eric Metaxas show, NEWSMAX show American Agenda, The Washington Times, Kirk Cameron's "Takeaways" on TBN,Washington Watch and much more. Upcoming coverage includes The 700 Club, CBN Studio 5, Relatable podcast with Allie Beth Stuckey, The Eric Metaxas Show, Unashamed podcast with Phil and Jase Robertson, and the Line of Fire podcast with Dr. Michael Brown. 

While in New York today, Cooper also stopped by Eric Metaxas' studio to chat and also joined NEWSMAX live for their "American Agenda" program. 

 

"If you don’t understand why the world is changing so quickly, then you absolutely must read this book," comments Cooper. "With each passing day, the world gets crazier and this book becomes more relevant. The book title and synopsis alone have clearly struck a nerve, as I’ve received an unprecedented level of vitriol and slander. Some want to hide their heads in the sand, pretending that things aren’t that bad. Many think that the most Christian thing to do is not speak about the rising tide of evil because it may offend someone. Others are cheering on the civilizational collapse and in fact believe it to be a positive revolution towards justice. But one thing is for sure. We are on the verge of the end of America and the West as we have known it. The future of our country and our faith hangs in the balance. We must stand up and speak out!"

 

Cooper's debut, best-selling book, "Awake & Alive to Truth," has had over 10 printings and won the Book Impact Award at the 2021 K-LOVE FAN AWARDS. His podcast, Cooper Stuff, continues to grow rapidly as well with over four million downloads and more than two million YouTube views. 


About John L. Cooper: 

John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist, and songwriter/producer for Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of at the 21st century. The two-time Grammy-award nominated, 17X platinum band was inducted to Pandora’s Billionaire club after garnering 2 billion streams, took home a Billboard music Award and more. Their breakout single “Monster” remains “one of the most-streamed rock songs of all time.” John and his wife Korey have toured together all of their 26 years of marriage, along with their two children. They are passionate about sharing the truth of Christ to the world through music (latest project DOMINION: Day of Destiny), the popular Cooper Stuff Podcast (4.3M+ DL, 2M+ YouTube views), two Skillet graphic novels, Cooper’s best-selling book (50k+), Awake & Alive to Truth, and his brand new book "WIMPY, WEAK AND WOKE." 

 

Connect with John L. Cooper:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnlcooperstuff
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlcooper/          
Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnlcooper      
Website: www.johnlcooper.com

 

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TOBYMAC RELEASES BRAND NEW CHRISTMAS TRACK, "CHRISTMAS HITS DIFFERENT" FEATURING TASHA LAYTON 

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TOBYMAC RELEASES BRAND NEW CHRISTMAS TRACK, "CHRISTMAS HITS DIFFERENT" FEATURING TASHA LAYTON 

 

Nashville, Tenn. (November 16, 2023) — Seven-time GRAMMY® winner TobyMac has released a brand new Christmas track, "Christmas Hits Different," featuring Tasha Layton.  LISTEN HERE.  This is TobyMac’s first Christmas track since his 2017 Christmas album ‘Light Of Christmas,’ which features his top-streamed Christmas single “Light Of Christmas (feat. Owl City).

With lyrics stemming from his personal experience of losing his son in 2019, the award-winning artist sings, This one goes out to the broken souls...I just want you to know...If Christmas hits different this year, you don't have to smile, I know how you feel, if Christmas hits different this year.  I'll be right here... O Come O, come Emmmanuel.

“When Toby asked me to be part of this song, it was an immediate yes," Layton says of the opportuniy. "I love the message and heart behind these lyrics. Christmastime can be such a joyful time of the year for so many, and yet heartbreaking for others. I’ve watched Toby choose to follow Christ in the middle of his pain time and time again. Pain and heartache don’t discriminate, but we can rest in the truth that God is close to the broken-hearted (Ps. 34). For everyone who is navigating through a “different” Christmas this year…my prayer is that this song reminds them of the hope we have in Emmanuel (“God with us”).”

Currently Top 15 on Mediabase Audience and Top 20 on Mediabase AC and both Billboard Charts, his latest radio single “Faithfully” follows TobyMac’s third chart-topper from his latest LP,  LIFE AFTER DEATH, “Cornerstone (feat. Zach Williams),” which spent a combined 9 weeks at #1 across formats.

Upon release, LIFE AFTER DEATH debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart, garnered Toby his 17th GRAMMY® nod and has amassed more than 464 million global streams to date. In addition to “Faithfully” and “Cornerstone (feat. Zach Williams),” the 15-track collection features the emotionally raw “21 Years”; “Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight),” which peaked at No. 1 across five charts; “Promised Land,” the 3rd most-added song at Christian radio in 2021; and “The Goodness (feat. Blessing Offor),” which hit No. 1 in September 2022.

The acclaimed project was recently named Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year at the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Additionally, “The Goodness (feat. Blessing Offor)” was awarded a Dove for Short Form Music Video of the Year (Performance).

TobyMac is currently on the road with MercyMe for a co-headlining run along with special guest Zach Williams. Marking the first time the veteran acts will share top billing, the 12-city engagement launched Nov. 2 in Charlotte, N.C., and runs through this Friday. 

 TobyMac/MercyMe with Zach Williams Remaining Fall 2023 Tour Dates:
11/16 — Covelli Centre // Youngstown, OH
11/17 — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum // Fort Wayne, IN
11/18 — KeyBank Center // Buffalo, NY
11/19 — Nationwide Arena // Columbus, OH

 For a full list of tour dates, tickets and more, visit www.tobymac.com/tour.

 

About TobyMac:
With more than 16 million units in career sales and a whopping seven GRAMMY Awards, TobyMac’s career continues on the fast track. His 2015 RIAA Certified Gold studio album, THIS IS NOT A TEST, garnered a GRAMMY Award and Billboard Music Award nomination on top of debuting at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200. Each of his six studio solo projects have achieved Gold certification, a first for any artist in the history of his label, Capitol Christian Music Group. Among those is 2012’s EYE ON IT, which debuted atop the Billboard 200, only the third Christian album ever to do so. THE ELEMENTS, his latest GRAMMY-nominated, full collection of music, boasted “Everything,” “Scars,” “Edge of My Seat,” “See The Light” and more alongside the chart-topper, RIAA Gold Certified “I just need U.” His most recent singles, “21 Years,” “Help Is On the Way (Maybe Midnight),” “Promised Land,” “The Goodness (feat. Blessing Offor),”  “Everything About You (feat. Marlee),” “Cornerstone (feat. Zach Williams),” “Show Up Choose Love (feat. Jon Reddick),” and "Faithfully" are available wherever you stream music, along with his seventh studio project, the GRAMMY-nominated LIFE AFTER DEATH.

 

Get Connected with TobyMac:

Website // www.tobymac.com

Twitter // www.twitter.com/tobymac

Instagram // www.instagram.com/tobymac

Facebook // www.facebook.com/tobymac

YouTube // www.youtube.com/user/tobymacmusic


 

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“CMA Country Christmas” Airs Thursday, Dec. 14 on ABC

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"CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS” RETURNS WITH HOSTS 
AMY GRANT AND TRISHA YEARWOOD

 

“CMA Country Christmas” Airs Thursday, Dec. 14 on ABC

 

Grant and Michael W. Smith begin 2023 Christmas Tour November 26th, followed by Grant and husband Vince Gill's beloved “Christmas at the Ryman” Residency in December

 

NASHVILLE—  November 14, 2023 - ’Tis the holiday season! The Country Music Association has revealed this year’s hosts and performers for its 14th annual holiday television special, “CMA Country Christmas.” Hosted by Country Music stars Amy Grant and Trisha Yearwood, “CMA Country Christmas” features performances by Jordan Davis, Grant, Lady A, Ashley McBryde, Jon Pardi, LindseyStirling, The War And Treaty, Zach Williams, Lainey Wilson and Yearwood. 

Filmed in Nashville in front of a live audience, the holiday special showcases one-of-a-kind musical performances of festive classics from Country Music’s biggest stars. “CMA Country Christmas” airs Thursday, Dec. 14 (8:00-9:02 PM/EST) on ABC and next day on Hulu and Disney+. Catch a sneak peek of this year’s “CMA Country Christmas” HERE.

“CMA Country Christmas” is a production of the Country Music Association. Robert Deaton is the Executive Producer, Milton Sneed is the Director and Jon Macks is the Writer.

CMA partnered with Balsam Hill, who provided their beautifully realistic artificial Christmas trees and holiday décor to decorate the “CMA Country Christmas” stage again this year. Product information about what you see on stage can be found at balsamhill.com/c/cma.

On November 26th, Grant and her long-time friend and collaborator Michael W. Smith will begin their 2023 Christmas Tour.  Joined by special guest Michael Tait of the Newsboys, Grant and Smith will co-headline nine holiday shows, including their first appearance together on New York City’s iconic Carnegie Hall stage (Dec. 5).  Following this, will be one of Music City’s most treasured traditions with Grant and husband Vince Gill, their beloved “Christmas at the Ryman” residency. The 12-concert run is scheduled for December 13-14, 16-17, 19-20 and 22-23 and will once again feature matinee performances of the beloved show.

 

About Amy Grant:
Amy Grant's career spans more than 40 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality, philanthropist and has become as some have dubbed her, ‘The Queen Of Christmas’ with her millions of Christmas albums sold over the years. 

With three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and over 1 billion global streams. Grant’s chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. In addition to her six GRAMMY® Awards, Grant has earned 26 Dove Awards (including four Artist of the Year Awards) and has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as the Music City Walk of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Conventional wisdom has it that Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map becoming the first Contemporary Christian artist to have a platinum record, the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts and the first to perform at the GRAMMY® Awards. With that, her legacy as one of the most influential artists of the past four decades is assured. 

Amy has established herself as an iconic ‘Christmas’ artist as well with not only millions of Christmas albums sold, but also her annual Christmas Tours with the likes of Michael W. Smith, Marc Martel, Jordan Sparks and many others.  Additionally, for the past 19 years, Amy and her husband Vince Gill, perform an annual two-week residency at the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville with their ‘Christmas At The Ryman’ shows. 

In 2022, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts included Grant as one of their five distinguished Honorees to receive the 45th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. In 2020, the T.J. Martell Foundation – the music industry’s leading nonprofit to fund innovative medical research focused on treatments and cures for cancer – honored Grant with the Tony Martell Outstanding Entertainment Achievement Award at their annual Honors Gala. In 2023, Grant will be on the road performing in 70 cities across the country and recently released her first new music in a decade, starting with the single "Trees We'll Never See,” (March) and most recently in April "What You Heard."  Grant released her latest project, “Lead Me On Live 1989” on 10/6/23 which is a full-concert documentation from the 1988-1989 Lead Me On Tour.  Grant will finish the year with two Christmas Tours including dates with Michael W. Smith as well as the annual ‘Christmas At The Ryman’ residency with Vince Gill. 

 
About “CMA Country Christmas”  
Starting in 2010, “CMA Country Christmas” rings in the holiday season annually with a show full of festive classics and one-of-a-kind musical performances. The event is filmed in Nashville and airs each holiday season on ABC. ABC is the network home to the CMA Awards and CMA’s summer concert TV special “CMA Fest.”

 

Get Connected with Amy Grant:
Website // http://amygrant.com
Twitter // https://twitter.com/amygrant
Instagram // https://www.instagram.com/amygrantofficial/
Facebook // https://www.facebook.com/amygrant/
TikTok // amygrantmusic  

Amy Grant co-hosts and performs during “CMA Country Christmas,” airing Thursday, Dec. 14 on ABC.

Photo Credit: Acacia Evans/CMA



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