Rend Collective Debuts Campfire II: Simplicity

Band to set out on As Family We Go Tour: Part II kicking off October 12 in Roswell, NM

Nashville, Tenn. (October 7, 2016) — Rend Collective has released Campfire II: Simplicity, available now on iTunes, Amazon and more. Following in the footsteps of their original beloved Campfire album, the new release delivers a collection of stripped down, acoustic melodies featuring two new tracks as well as favorites from The Art Of Celebration and chart-topping As Family We Go.

The collection also features a "re-imagined" version of Hillsong UNITED's "Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)", which RELEVANT Magazine exclusively premiered yesterday in anticipation of the new album.

Critics have enthusiastically welcomed Campfire II: Simplicity, saying the album delivers "quality track after quality track," (Louder Than The Music) noting that Rend Collective manages to "sound as good stripped down as they do amped up." (CCM Magazine) 

The band's newest single "Every Giant Will Fall" is currently being added at Christian radio. Fans can hear the song and other favorites live on the As Family We Go Tour: Part II. Kicking off next week in Roswell, NM, Rend Collective will make stops in more than 20 cities across the US.

As Family We Go: Part II Trailer

For tickets and additional information, visit www.rendcollective.com/tour.

Campfire II: Simplicity Tracklisting 1. This Little Light Of Mine 2. Free As A Bird 3. Live Alive 4. Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) 5. Every Giant Will Fall 6. My Lighthouse 7. Whatever Comes 8. Joy Of The Lord 9. Your Royal Blood 10. Simplicity 11. More Than Conquerors 12. You Will Never Run About Rend Collective Hailing from a small town off the coast of Northern Ireland, Rend Collective (Gareth Gilkeson, Chris Llewellyn, Ali Gilkeson, Patrick Thompson and Stephen Mitchell) wants to be known as a celebration band, worshiping for God’s Glory and fame. Since the release of their first album, Organic Family Hymnal, the group’s authentic and energetic style of worship has attracted an international audience. The group saw early success as their first ever single “Build Your Kingdom Here,” reached the No. 12 spot on the National Christian Audience Chart. Their 2014 release The Art of Celebration, charted at No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart within the first week of its release. Known for their electric lively worship, the band has been a part of several major tours with top artists such as Chris Tomlin, MercyMe, Kari Jobe, Lecrae and more. Their latest album, As Family We Go, landed the No. 1 spot on every iTunes Christian Albums Chart. Campfire II: Simplicity is available now. Get Connected With Rend Collective Website: http://rendcollective.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/rendcollective Twitter: https://twitter.com/rendcollective Instagram: https://instagram.com/rendcollective/ Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/rendcollectivespotify Apple Music: http://smarturl.it/AsFamilyWeGoAPL Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/music/artist/Rend_Collective?id=Awch4mrsu4hi5utotmvhpytjiqq Media Contact Kirsten Grenier & Velvet Kelm The media collective kirsten@themcollective.com velvet@themcollective.com 615.591.7989 www.themcollective.com

Lacey Sturm’s "The Mystery: Finding True Love In A World Of Broken Lovers," Available Today

Nashville, Tenn. (Oct. 4, 2016) – GRAMMY® Nominated artist and author Lacey Sturm has released her second book “The Mystery: Finding True Love In A World Of Broken Lovers,” available today. Two years after Sturm's book debut, “The Mystery” includes Sturm’s personal account of her own journey and struggles, giving fans a look inside her life from heartbreak to wholeness. Sturm helps readers understand that any loving relationship begins with knowing your own identity in Christ.

'There are beautiful parts of "The Mystery," and there are sad parts...things that I regret and wish I could do better,' shares Sturm. "At the same time, I know that because I went through those things I can overcome. My hope is that it will help other people overcome too."

Critics have raved about "The Mystery," writing:

"Lacey uses her life experiences, both successes and failings, to show that the one True Love we all should be seeking in this world is from God. It's a real, refreshing, and relatable reminder that in our darkest moments, we only need to look up to our Father for the grace and comfort we all deserve." - Rock Revolt Magazine

'It is clear that Lacey has a heart for Christ and a desire to share His love with those who are battling depression, addiction, abuse, and suicide. Lacey Sturm's writing style is richly intense, yet free-flowing and uniquely approachable. I highly recommend "The Mystery" and believe it will touch many, many lives.' - Tattoo.com

'In her latest book, “The Mystery: Finding True Love in a World of Broken Lovers,” Lacey Sturm takes us on a unique and deeply personal soul-searching endeavor that leaves reader with new, eye-opening perspectives on love, life and interpersonal connections." - Icon vs. Icon

Excerpts written to readers throughout the book include Skillet's Korey Cooper and Jen Ledger, husband Joshua Sturm, founder of Pulse Ministries Nick Hall, sister-in-law Joelene Sturm and many more, along with an afterward written by Harvest Christian Fellowship pastor Greg Laurie.

“The Mystery” is available for purchase at Baker Book House and other major retailers nationwide.

About Lacey Sturm
In 2002, Lacey Sturm co-founded Flyleaf and led the rock band to international success as its frontwoman. The band's single "All Around Me" went platinum, soaring to the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earning recognition as an award-winning song at the 2009 BMI Pop Awards. "All Around Me" was one of many successful Flyleaf songs as numerous other singles landed on Billboard's Alternative, Rock and Christian charts. Sturm left Flyleaf in 2012 to focus on a solo career and has had success outside of the rock band, including performing on Third Day's single, "Born Again," which received GRAMMY® nominations for Best Gospel Song and Best Gospel Performance, and which Billboard acclaimed Sturm's vocal performance to be "gorgeous." Sturm's song "Heavy Prey" featuring Geno Lenardo appeared on the soundtrack for the 2012 major motion picture "Underworld: Awakening." In early 2016, Sturm released her stunning solo debut Life Screams. The self-produced collection debuted exclusively on SiriusXM’s Octane and helped launch the album to No. 1 on Billboard's Hard Rock Albums chart, marking the first time a solo woman topped the illusive chart. Sturm now uses her influence to speak out to others about her life-changing faith, involved in both The Whosoevers and RESET movements. Following her debut as an author with "The Reason," Sturm released her second book "The Mystery," available now.

 
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2X GRAMMY® Nominee Crowder’s American Prodigal Debuts Top 5 On Top Albums Billboard Chart And More

Newest release earns No. 1 on Christian & Gospel Albums Chart, No. 3 on Digital Albums Chart, No. 5 on Top Albums Billboard Chart, No. 12 on Top 200 Billboard Chart and more

Nashville, Tenn. (Oct. 3, 2016) - American Prodigal, the latest project from Crowder, has garnered a strong street week, landing at No. 1 on the Christian & Gospel Albums Chart, No. 3 on the Digital Albums Chart, No. 5 on the Top Albums Billboard Chart and No. 12 on the Top 200 Billboard Chart. "It is so great seeing and hearing how people are attaching to these songs," shares the Texas Native and Atlanta Resident. "For me, they are obviously deeply meaningful, but they have swagger and are just stupid fun. I'm so happy folks have responded so exuberantly.”

The 2x GRAMMY® nominee kicked off the album release via a Twitter Music Q&A, Exclusive Snapchat content with Spotify, along with a performance on FOX and Friends and appearance on the Relevant Podcast. Critics are echoing their support of American Prodigal, including the 17 tracks found on the deluxe edition. 

“Without a grand ovation or pointed intention, Crowder has done on American Prodigal what few artists can ever achieve—he has evolved without losing himself. In taking on the influences and colors of each other, he has discovered his most vibrant self yet.” - CCM (cover story)

"American Prodigal could be Crowder's best work yet. The rock and soul get you out of your seat, and the gospel is pure. It's everything you'd hope for in a worship album but never quite expect." - HM Magazine

"Crowder Music's voice and the heart evident in his songs are the common threads for longtime listeners, even as he continues to expand into new musical territory with each new release. With so many influences, American Prodigal has an orchestral, epic feel to it, not unlike a movie soundtrack” - Patheos

NBC's Sunday Night Football already picked up on American Prodigal's "Run Devil Run," using the track in the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers televised NFL match-up. The first single off of the new album, “My Victory,” is currently No. 13 on the Christian Airplay Chart.

Corresponding with the street of American Prodigal, Crowder’s nationwide “American Prodigal Tour,” featuring Tedashii and The New Respects kicked off, hitting over 20 markets from west coast to east coast through November. For the latest tour information, click here.

About Crowder:
Crowder has been embraced for his lyrically powerful and musically elaborate and unpredictable songs that have found themselves being sung everywhere from churches to clubs all across the country. Crowder’s first solo album, Neon Steeple, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, was named iTunes 2014 Christian Album of the Year, garnered multiple radio hits, two GRAMMY® nominations, a Grand Ole Opry debut, a Dove Award and multiple nods and numerous K-LOVE Fan Award Nominations. American Prodigal, the awaited follow-up album, became available on Sept. 23 landing at No. 1 on the Christian & Gospel Album Chart, No. 3 on the Digital Albums Chart, No. 5 on the Top Albums Billboard Chart and No. 12 on the Top 200 Billboard Chart. As an active member of the Passion movement founded by Louie Giglio, Crowder participates in the impactful university student gatherings in the U.S. and around the world. A published author, Crowder has also penned two books including his acclaimed release, "Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven, but Nobody Wants to Die."

About sixstepsrecords:
Founded in 2000 by Louie Giglio, sixstepsrecords is a worship label and a division of Passion Conferences. sixstepsrecords’ artists include Chris Tomlin (Never Lose Sight), Crowder (American Prodigal), Matt Redman (These Christmas Lights), Kristian Stanfill (Mountains Move) and Passion (Passion: Salvation’s Tide Is Rising). The label partners with Sparrow Records/Capitol Christian Music Group for A&R, marketing, sales and distribution operations. For more information on sixstepsrecords, visit: www.sixstepsrecords.com.

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2X GRAMMY® Winner Matt Redman To Debut First-Ever Holiday Album These Christmas Lights On October 21

Featuring guest artists Natasha Bedingfield, Chris Tomlin and Tasha Cobbs

Nashville, Tenn. (Sept. 30, 2016) - Debuting the first Christmas album of his career, 2X GRAMMY® winner Matt Redman will unveil These Christmas Lights on October 21. Filled with powerful and diverse collaborations, featured artists on the album include longtime friends Natasha Bedingfield, Chris Tomlin and Tasha Cobbs. These Christmas Lights finds Redman sharing his interpretation on quintessential holiday songs, along with creating new, originals including “His Name Shall Be,” “Help from Heaven,” the title track and more.

"I don’t want to just tell a story, I want to make sure that we put ourselves in the story too. To help with the songwriting on this record, I actually went on a retreat to Israel. We reenacted, walking through the old roads that Jesus would have walked, going to some of the key places where key events of the gospel happened when Jesus walked this Earth. Thinking a lot about Him coming as a little newborn baby," shares Redman. "We worked very hard on this record. I'm so grateful and aware of the collaboration, the team effort. Lots of people just digging deep, bringing their creativity, time and gifting their experience on this record. There’s definitely a sense of family, collaboration and friendship."

These Christmas Lights will serve as the follow up to Redman’s 2015 chart-topper Unbroken Praise. Redman will be touring throughout the U.S. and British Columbia for the remainder of 2016. To view his tour schedule, click here.


These Christmas Lights Tracklisting
1. These Christmas Lights
2. His Name Shall Be
3. O Little Town (The Glory of Christmas)
4. Angels (Singing Gloria) feat. Chris Tomlin
5. Help from Heaven feat. Natasha Bedingfield
6. Hearts Waiting (Joy to the World)
7. Glory To You In The Highest (O Come Let Us Adore) feat. Tasha Cobbs
8. How Far
9. Glory Hallelujah
10. The Name of Emmanuel
11. Holy Night


About Matt Redman:
A key songwriter for today’s church and an active worship leader for the Passion conferences around the world, Matt Redman’s songs have been recorded by Chris Tomlin, Michael W. Smith, Israel Houghton, Jeremy Camp, Jesus Culture, Passion, and many more. Winning two GRAMMY® awards in 2015 from the powerful hit “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord),” the single later was certified RIAA gold, named ASCAP’s Christian Music Song of the Year and Billboard’s Top Christian Song. Additionally, Redman has 26 songs in the CCLI Top 500, with six populating the Top 50. Hit his album Your Grace Finds Me (2013) debuted at No. 1 on the Soundscan Christian Albums chart and in the Top 30 on the Billboard 200. Unbroken Praise (2015), recorded live at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, hit the Top 20 on the Billboard Top Album Sales chart and No. 1 on iTunes and Billboard’s Top Christian Albums charts. His first ever holiday record, These Christmas Lights, will debut this fall.

About sixstepsrecords:
Founded in 2000 by Louie Giglio, sixstepsrecords is a worship label and a division of Passion Conferences. sixstepsrecords’ artists include Chris Tomlin (Never Lose Sight), Crowder (American Prodigal), Matt Redman (These Christmas Lights), Kristian Stanfill (Mountains Move) and Passion (Passion: Salvation’s Tide Is Rising). The label partners with Sparrow Records/Capitol Christian Music Group for A&R, marketing, sales and distribution operations. For more information on sixstepsrecords, visit: www.sixstepsrecords.com

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GRAMMY® Winner Laura Story’s “Open Hands” Featuring Mac Powell Hits Radio And Online Retailers In Advance Of New Album

Fifth LP, Open Hands, slated for spring release

Nashville, Tenn. (Sept. 30, 2016) - With notable hits like “Mighty To Save” and “Blessings,” GRAMMY® winning songstress Laura Story is releasing “Open Hands” featuring fellow GRAMMY® winner Mac Powell of Third Day to radio along with iTunes, Amazon Music and Spotify. The song will be found on her fifth album of the same name releasing in Spring 2017. The worship leader and author penned the latest worship-focused song with her notable reflection, vulnerability and personal honesty.

"The more I grow as a worship leader, the more I am learning that worship isn't just the words I sing, but the very posture of my heart," shares Story. "True worship is more than adoration; it's coming before a faithful, trustworthy Father with open hands. It's saying, ‘God, I want to surrender my life to You. I want You to take it all. Whatever comes, let me not respond with clenched fists as if I know best. With open hands, my life is Yours. The joy. The sorrow. The most broken things. I surrender to You. This is my act of worship.'"

"Laura Story is one of my favorite people in all of Christian music - so it is such an honor to be able to sing on 'Open Hands' with her," shares Powell. "An amazing song with an amazing message!"

Story will continue to tour across the country through the rest of the year. For the latest tour information, click here. "Open Hands" is available for purchase on iTunes, Amazon Music and Spotify.

About Laura Story
GRAMMY® award winning artist, speaker, songwriter, author and worship leader Laura Story has a gift for penning songs that connect with people all around the world. Among her successes as a solo artist with her smash hits “Mighty To Save” and “Blessings,” Laura has also penned hit songs for other renowned artists including Chris Tomlin’s “Indescribable.” Her solo artist music debut in 2008 with Great God Who Saves led to four Dove nominations and the award for “Inspirational Album of the Year.” In 2011, Laura released her sophomore project Blessings. The album and the emotionally powerful title was inspired by her real life trials and adversities, primarily her husband Martin's diagnosis of a brain tumor. The album resonated with a huge audience and led to whirlwind career highlights for Laura, peaking at the No. 1 album spot for three consecutive weeks on Billboard’s Contemporary Christian Overall chart, topping the iTunes® Christian/Gospel Top Songs chart and holding the No. 1 spot for an impressive 28 consecutive weeks on the Christian charts. The success of the single “Blessings,” which was certified RIAA Gold, includes the GRAMMY® Award for Best Contemporary Christian Song, the Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song and the Dove Awards for Song of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year, Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. The song inspired Laura's first book, “What If Your Blessings Come Through Raindrops?” in 2012. A follow-up book, "When God Doesn't Fix It, Lessons You Never Wanted to Learn; Truths You Can't Live Without" and companion bible study DVD and study guide, released last year. God Of Every Story released in 2013 to much acclaim, and her first ever Christmas project God With Us, debuted in October 2015. Open Hands will debut in Spring 2017. Laura is a worship leader at Perimeter Church outside of Atlanta, GA and lives with her husband Martin and three children.


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Christy Nockels To Debut First Ever Christmas Record The Thrill Of Hope November 4

Self-funded project supported by hundreds

Nashville, Tenn. (Sept. 27, 2016) - Inspired to share her first Christmas album with the world, Christy Nockels will unveil The Thrill Of Hope on November 4. The Thrill Of Hope introduces Nockels' take on holiday classics mixed with original songs, including “Song In The Air,” “Wrap This One Up,” Amaryllis” and “Our Christmas Song,” penned originally.The album is steeped in scriptural references from Isaiah, Genesis, Micah and more, along with family memories as Nockels invited other family members to take part in the project as well. Nockels worked with husband Nathan Nockels (Passion, Matt Redman, Laura Story) to create the LP. 

“’The thrill of hope’ I thought to myself…this story is worth telling, yet again,” shares Nockels. "My hope is also that someone will be sitting in traffic on a cold, winter night on the way home from work and literally be moved by the Holy Spirit that our King has come, that He’s with us now and He’s making all things new again. After all, that’s the thrill of hope!”

The three time GMA Dove Award winner self-funded the holiday project through the support of over eight hundred fans on her website. Offering items and perks availble for purchase such as handcrafted silver spoons, signed copies of the record and more, Nockels went above and beyond expectations, raising over 100% of the funding goal.

“It’s hard to put into words what it’s like to put your heart out there for everyone to see and say 'Can you guys help make this dream a reality?'" says Nockels. "My secret hope all along is that people will hear it and feel like they got to invest in unfolding, in a new way, the greatest rescue story of all time… Almost like commissioning a painting, I pray that people feel a sense of ‘I get to be apart of that!’"

For more information on The Thrill Of Hope, visit www.christynockels.com/christmas.

The Thrill Of Hope Tracklisting
1. The King Is Coming Prelude
2. Advent Hymn
3. O Come O Come Emmanuel
4. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing O Come Let Us Adore Him
5. Angels' Lullaby (Mary's Song)
6. Song in the Air (Featuring Chris McClarney) 
7. Dance At Migdal Eder
8. Wrap This One Up
9. O Holy Night
10. Amaryllis
11. Silent Night (Holding Us Now)
12. Our Christmas Song Make Good Your Christmas Day
13. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
14. Joy To The World The King Is Coming


About Christy Nockels: 
Christy Nockels is a worship leader/singer-songwriter who lives Nashville, Tenn. with her producer husband Nathan Nockels (Passion, Matt Redman, Laura Story), and their three children. Christy and Nathan toured nationwide for several years as the duo Watermark, recording four acclaimed albums together. In 2009, Christy released her first ever solo album, Life Light Up followed by a 2012 sophomore release Into The Glorious and a critically acclaimed live worship album Let It Be Jesus in 2015. With GMA Dove Awards to her name, Nockels will unveil the first Christmas project, The Thrill Of Hope, of her career in the fall of 2016.

Get Connected With Christy Nockels
www.christynockels.com

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MercyMe Launches Exclusive Free Download Campaign Of Hit Single "Greater"

Limited time special offer on No. 1 album Welcome To The New

Nashville, Tenn. (September 26, 2016) - Continuing to celebrate the success of Welcome To The New (2014), GRAMMY® nominated band MercyMe announces an exclusive two week free download of their smash hit "Greater," available today. Powered by FreeCCM.com, the free song is available for download until October 9. The second single from the band's latest release, "Greater" has lived up to its name, spending 16 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard National Christian Audience chart. 

Welcome To The New's fourth single "Dear Younger Me" is proving to be another hit for the band, currently sitting at No. 2 on the Billboard AC Monitored Chart. For a limited time, MercyMe is offering a special sale on Welcome To The New. The album is available for purchase at $5.99 on iTunes and Amazon Music.

Purchase Welcome To The New at $5.99 for a limited time:
iTunes: http://smarturl.it/MMNewiTunes
Amazon Music: http://amzn.to/2bD8xHe

About MercyMe
Since their debut in 2001, GRAMMY®-nominated, multiple American Music Award and Dove Award winners MercyMe have sold more than 9 million units in CD, single and DVD sales, garnered 27 No. 1 multi-format Christian radio singles and four consecutive mainstream radio hits with “I Can Only Imagine,” (No. 4 AC/Top 25 on Top 40/Hot AC), “Here With Me” (No. 4 AC), “Homesick” (Top 10 AC) and “So Long Self.” Their radio success has continued with recent singles “Flawless" (No. 1 for 15 weeks) and "Greater" (No. 1 for 16 weeks), landing them the Top Christian Airplay Artist spot on Billboard's 2015 Year End charts. 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. 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, and have appeared on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Today Show, CBS This Morning, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, FOX New Channel's FOX & Friends, CNN, ABC News and in the pages of Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times, USA Today and more. Their latest project MercyMe, It’s Christmas! (2015) debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Holiday Albums chart and became an instant Christmas classic. MercyMe’s eighth studio album, Welcome To The New, garnered two GRAMMY® nods and continues to be a top selling title more than 105 weeks after its release.

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ICYMI: 2X GRAMMY® Nominee Crowder Performs On FOX & Friends From New Album American Prodigal

New Album, American Prodigal, Out Today

Watch Crowder's "Run Devil Run" Performance HERE!

Watch Crowder's "Back To The Garden" Performance HERE!

About Crowder:
Crowder has been embraced for his lyrically powerful and musically elaborate and unpredictable songs that have found themselves being sung everywhere from churches to clubs all across the country. Crowder’s first solo album, Neon Steeple, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, was named iTunes 2014 Christian Album of the Year, garnered multiple radio hits, two GRAMMY® nominations, a Grand Ole Opry debut, a Dove Award and multiple nods and numerous K-LOVE Fan Award Nominations. American Prodigal, the awaited follow-up album, will be available on Sept. 23. As an active member of the Passion movement founded by Louie Giglio, Crowder participates in the impactful university student gatherings in the U.S. and around the world. A published author, Crowder has also penned two books including his acclaimed release, "Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven, but Nobody Wants to Die."

About sixstepsrecords:
Founded in 2000 by Louie Giglio, sixstepsrecords is a worship label and a division of Passion Conferences. sixstepsrecords’ artists include Chris Tomlin (Never Lose Sight), Crowder (American Prodigal), Matt Redman (Unbroken Praise), Christy Nockels (Let It Be Jesus), Kristian Stanfill (Mountains Move) and Passion (Passion: Salvation’s Tide Is Rising). The label partners with Sparrow Records/Capitol Christian Music Group for A&R, marketing, sales and distribution operations. For more information on sixstepsrecords, visit:www.sixstepsrecords.com.

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Website // www.crowdermusic.com
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The Afters Kick Off Tour In Support Of New Album Live On Forever

Band joins Newsboys and Ryan Stevenson On Love Riot Tour

Group partners with NoiseTrade to release The First Decade compilation, benefitting Children's Relief International

Nashville, Tenn. (September 23, 2016) — Following the recent debut of their acclaimed studio album Live On Forever, The Afters are taking their new music to fans across the country as they head out on the Love Riot Tour alongside Newsboys and Ryan Stevenson. The tour will hit venues all across the US, making stops in cities such as New York City, Chicago, Houston and more.

The Afters will perform new music from Live On Forever, hailed by critics as "fresh" and "timeless," including their latest single "Battles," which has hit the top 20 at Christian radio and continues to climb the charts. 
 

In celebration of the new album, the band is doing a special download campaign on NoiseTrade starting today. The free album includes 17 songs spanning their career, including tracks from each of their five albums, plus a song from their brand new release Live On Forever. Any proceeds from the campaign are going to Children’s Relief International. To download The First Decade, click here.

For tickets and additional tour information, visit theafters.com.

Love Riot Tour
September 23 - Lancaster Convention Center - Lancaster, PA
September 24 - Playstation Theater - New York, NY
September 25 - Bob Carpenter Center - Newark, DE
September 29 - The Chapel - Getzville, NY
September 30 - Sun National Bank Center - Trenton, NJ
October 1 - Petersen Event Center - Pittsburgh, PA
October 2 - Lowell Memorial Auditorium - Lowell, MA
October 6 - Northridge Church - Plymouth, MI
October 7 - Life Changers International Church - Chicago, IL
October 13 - The Albany James H. Gray Sr. Civic Center - Albany, GA
October 14 - Williams B Bell Auditorium - Augusta, GA
October 15 - Savannah Civic Center Arena - Savannah, GA
October 16 - Macon City Coliseum - Macon, GA
October 20 - Morris Performing Arts Center - South Bend, IN
October 21 - Big Sandy Arena - Huntington, WV
October 22 - Greensboro Coliseum Complex - Greensboro, NC
October 23 - BJCC Concert Hall - Birmingham, AL
October 27 - Braden Auditorium - Normal, IL
October 28 - Curb Center at Belmont University - Nashville, TN
October 29 - Rupp Arena - Lexington, KY
October 30 - Indiana Farmer's Coliseum - Indianapolis, IN
November 3 - Baxter Arena - Omaha, NE
November 4 - Target Center - Minneapolis, MN
November 5 - Sanford Center - Bemidji, MN
November 6 - Scheels Arena - Fargo, ND
November 10 - George H Henderson Expo Center - Lufkin, TX
November 11 - Lloyd Noble Center - Norman, OK
November 12 - Spiritfest - Whataburger Field - Corpus Christi, TX
November 13 - SpiritFest - Dell Diamond - Round Rock, TX
November 17 - Foster Communications Coliseum - San Angelo, TX
November 18 - NRG Arena - Houston, TX
November 19 - Berry Center - Cypress, TX
November 20 - Verizon Theater - Grand Prairie, TX


The First Decade Tracklisting
1. Time of My Life
2. Life Is Beautiful
3. Broken Hallelujah
4. Lift Me Up
5. Life Is Sweeter
6. The Secret Parade
7. Forty Two
8. Beautiful Love
9. Until The World
10. Someday
11. Love Lead Me On
12. All That I Am
13. The Way You Are
14. You
15. Love Will Make You Beautiful
16. Wait
17. Thank God I'm Not The One

About The Afters
Texas-based, four-piece band The Afters were propelled into the national spotlight with their INO/Sony Music Label Group debut I Wish We All Could Win. The project spawned the swirling, melodic hit “Beautiful Love,” earning the band an enthusiastic following when the song was selected as the theme track for MTV’s “8th and Ocean.” “Beautiful Love” was also the most downloaded track of 2006 on the iTunes ® Inspirational charts and garnered the band an mtvU award. The Afters’ sophomore release Never Going Back To OK (INO/Columbia Records) debuted in the Top 50 on the Billboard Top 200, and proved to be a sensation on the silver screen with “Grey’s Anatomy” (ABC), “Dr. Phil,” “Army Wives” (Lifetime) and “Rachael Ray.” The band’s third record Light Up the Sky bolstered two No. 1 radio hits, as well as placements on “The Biggest Loser” (NBC) and “You Deserve It” (ABC). A slew of media including Rolling Stone, Seventeen.com, E! News Live, TV Guide, Premiere Radio and more also picked up on covering The Afters. The band released its fourth studio album, Life Is Beautiful in April 2013 via Fair Trade and their fifth studio album, Live On Forever, is available now.

Get Connected With The Afters
Website: www.theafters.com
iTunes: http://www.smarturl.it/LOFAlbum-iTunes
Amazon Music: http://amzn.to/2cscq06

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Crowder To Appear On FOX & Friends Tomorrow As American Prodigal Drops Nationwide

2X GRAMMY® nominee's national headlining tour to kick-off this weekend

Nashville, Tenn. (September 22, 2016) - Coinciding with the release of American Prodigal, 2X GRAMMY® nominee Crowder will perform on FOX & Friends tomorrow, Sept. 23. Immediately following the release of the album and national performance, Crowder’s nationwide “American Prodigal Tour,” featuring Tedashii and The New Respects, will kick-off to over 20 markets from west coast to east coast September through November.

"I know what it means to have the divide spanned on my behalf. Grace works on us all just the same. Love works on us all just the same. Freedom works on us all just the same. There’s only one definitive line and that’s the one between death and life” shares Crowder. “These songs are about that divide spanned on our behalf and I pray they are subversive and healing in their insistence of that reality."

Called "a perfect collision of folk and progressive sounds" (ChurchMag) and "a new level that is unique to only Crowder" (NewReleaseToday), American Prodigal will serve as the awaited 14 track LP follow-up to Crowder's acclaimed Neon Steeple. The first single off of the newest project, “My Victory,” is currently Top 20 at AC Indicator, CHR and National Christian Audience Chart.

About Crowder:
Crowder has been embraced for his lyrically powerful and musically elaborate and unpredictable songs that have found themselves being sung everywhere from churches to clubs all across the country. Crowder’s first solo album, Neon Steeple, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, was named iTunes 2014 Christian Album of the Year, garnered multiple radio hits, two GRAMMY® nominations, a Grand Ole Opry debut, a Dove Award and multiple nods and numerous K-LOVE Fan Award Nominations. American Prodigal, the awaited follow-up album, will be available on Sept. 23. As an active member of the Passion movement founded by Louie Giglio, Crowder participates in the impactful university student gatherings in the U.S. and around the world. A published author, Crowder has also penned two books including his acclaimed release, "Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven, but Nobody Wants to Die."

About sixstepsrecords:
Founded in 2000 by Louie Giglio, sixstepsrecords is a worship label and a division of Passion Conferences. sixstepsrecords’ artists include Chris Tomlin (Never Lose Sight), Crowder (American Prodigal), Matt Redman (Unbroken Praise), Christy Nockels (Let It Be Jesus), Kristian Stanfill (Mountains Move) and Passion (Passion: Salvation’s Tide Is Rising). The label partners with Sparrow Records/Capitol Christian Music Group for A&R, marketing, sales and distribution operations. For more information on sixstepsrecords, visit: www.sixstepsrecords.com.

Get Connected with Crowder
Website // www.crowdermusic.com
Hashtag // #AmericanProdigal

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let there be light., Newest Audio & Visual Collection From Hillsong Worship, To Ignite On Oct. 14

Nashville, Tenn. (September 22, 2016) - Recorded live at the annual Hillsong Conference in Sydney, Australia, Hillsong Worship's latest let there be light. CD/DVD will release on Oct. 14. let there be light. is a bold prayer over this world today, that the light that has shone on us through the Gospel be the light we now bear and shine forth as the Church of Jesus Christ. Each song on the new Hillsong Worship project let there be light. is reflective of this core prayer. Including anthems such as "What a Beautiful Name," "Behold (Then Sings My Soul)," "Grace to Grace" and the title track "Let There Be Light." The hope is that individuals, worship teams and churches alike will be equipped, edified and mobilized by these declarations and prayer songs that speak to the days we are living in, proclaiming the immutable hope we have in Jesus Christ. 

As the “umbrella” expression of worship from Hillsong Church under the leadership of Global Creative pastor Cass Langton, the Hillsong Worship team features a host of widely recognized names and faces - people like Reuben Morgan, Joel Houston, Brooke Ligertwood, Ben Fielding, Jad Gillies, Matt Crocker, Taya Smith, David Ware, Marty Sampson, Autumn Hardman and Nigel Hendroff. 

Recorded live as a 360 experience, the Fan Special Edition of let there be light. will include bonus content including the cutting edge virtual reality experience. The chart-topping group will also be premiering a let there be light. TV special on the Hillsong Channel as well as unveiling practical master classes available as a resource. Hillsong Worship recently wrapped the nationwide Outcry Tour.

let there be light. will be available for pre-order on Sept. 23 with an instant gratis of "What A Beautiful Name."

let there be light. track listing:
1.      Behold (Then Sings My Soul)
2.      Love So Great
3.      Look To The Son
4.      Crowns
5.      What A Beautiful Name
6.      Your Word
7.      Let There Be Light
8.      In Control
9.      Grace to Grace
10.    Elohim
11.    I Will Boast In Christ
12.   As It Is (In Heaven)


About Hillsong Worship: 
With a catalog sung by an estimated 50 million people worldwide each week, Hillsong Worship is passionate about equipping and mobilizing believers everywhere with Christ-centered songs of God-glorifying worship for the building of the Church. For almost three decades Hillsong Worship has served people across nations and generations, traveling the world leading diverse expressions of the Church in the worship of Jesus. By God’s grace it’s "local church" worship songs such as "Shout To The Lord," "Mighty To Save," "Hosanna," "Cornerstone," "Forever Reign," "Broken Vessels" and "This I Believe (The Creed)" have become the songs of local churches all over the globe, in addition to finding a place in the personal devotion of individual believers everywhere. 

About Hillsong Church:
In August 1983, Brian and Bobbie Houston founded the Hills Christian Life Centre in the Hills District of Sydney, Australia. It has grown from a congregation of 45 to what is said to be the largest local church in Australian history. It has now expanded to be a global church with local expressions in significant cities; with churches in Australia, London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Cape Town, Stockholm, Germany, Kiev, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Phoenix. Each week, tens of thousands of people across the globe call Hillsong Church ‘home’ and the reach, impact and influence of this local congregation is seen across many nations.

Get Connected with Hillsong Worship:
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Full Circle Music Wraps Inaugural Music-Makers Bootcamp And Celebrates Multiple No. 1 Hits

Group continues Full Circle Academy

Client High Valley scores CCMA Group of the Year Award

Nashville, Tenn. (September 21, 2016) - It's been another noteworthy month for the award-winning audio production and songwriting team Full Circle Music, concluding their first Music-Makers Bootcamp, continuing the launch of the online resource Full Circle Academy, being honored with No. 1 hits and more.

Created with the intention of helping the next generation of artists, producers and songwriters, the group's Music-Makers Bootcamp wrapped in August with a sold-out crowd from around the country flying to Nashville for in-person training from the likes of Seth Mosley (GRAMMY® Winning Music Producer/Songwriter), Mia Fieldes (Chart-Topping Songwriter), Matt Hammitt (Hit Artist and Songwriter), Sean Moffitt (Multi-Platinum Mix Engineer), Mike X. O'Connor (GRAMMY® Winning Music Producer), Manafest (International Artist and Music Business Coach) and more.

Delivering the first course from Full Circle Academy, Mosley shares that the academy aims to change the music industry from the inside out. "Virtual courses take students on the journey of a song from the start to the finish. We think it is going to be something really valuable, not only for artists, but for producers as well." The Music Production Mastery Course is available for sale at www.musicproductionmastery.com

Produced by Full Circle Music, Skillet's hit single "Stars" continues to sit at the top position on Hot AC Radio for the second week. The track is from Skillet's chart-topping new LP, Unleashed.

Also writing and producing "Feel Invincible" on Skillet's album UNLEASHED, the song scored features on ESPN promos for the coming season of NFL Monday Night Football, Major League Baseball and ESPN's 2016 NHL World Cup of Hockey programming. WWE's Battleground, TBS' E-League, Rock Band 4 and Nickelodeon's 2016 Kid Choice Sports Awards have already used the powerful track. Mosley was recently honored by the Nashville Songwriters Association International for "Feel Invincible" hitting No. 1 on Billboard Christian Digital Songs.

Full Circle Music client High Valley won the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Award for Group of the Year. This is the second year in a row for the duo to win the category. Full Circle Music produced the High Valley singles "Be You," "County Line," and recent hit "Make You Mine" which debuted on the U.S. Country Chart.

About Full Circle Music:
The GRAMMY® winning & Billboard Producer of the Year Seth Mosley stands as the mastermind behind some of the biggest hits in the CCM industry, helming No. 1 singles from for KING & COUNTRY (“Fix My Eyes”), Francesca Battistelli (“He Knows My Name”), Jeremy Camp (“He Knows”) and more in one year alone. Altogether, Mosley’s full-service production company, Full Circle Music, has contributed to over 20 No. 1 chart-topping songs and worked with artists, both signed and independent, including Skillet, Mat Kearney,  TobyMac, Jon Foreman (Switchfoot), Newsboys and country acts like High Valley, Ricky Skaggs and more.The team writes and produces an average of 150 songs each year in their Franklin, Tenn.-based studio. At last year’s Dove Awards, he walked away as the evening’s biggest honoree, winning four of the five categories for which he was nominated, including the prestigious awards for Songwriter of the Year (Non-Artist) and Producer of the Year. He is nominated for six Dove Awards this year. Most recently, Mosley and group unveiled the music production school Full Circle Music Academy and Songs for FCM Publishing with Dove Award winning Matt Hammitt as their first songwriter. Focusing on crafting music for the future, Mosley is the curator of the Full Circle Music Podcast which sits down with industry icons. 
 

Get Connected With Full Circle Music
www.fullcirclemusic.org
www.thefullcircleacademy.com
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#FullCircleMusicShow // fullcirclemusic.org/podcast-media

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Seven-Time GRAMMY® Winner TobyMac Announces 2017 “HITS DEEP Tour” After Chart Topping 2016 With 26 Out Of 29 Sold Out Arenas

First live album in eight years, HITS DEEP LIVE CD/DVD, to street Nov. 18

Nashville, Tenn. (Sept. 15, 2016) - Announced on K-LOVE/AIR1, TobyMac shared the diverse line-up for his 2017 “HITS DEEP Tour” including Matt Maher, Mandisa, Mac Powell from Third Day, Capital Kings, Ryan Stevenson and Hollyn who will join him on a trek of over 30 arenas across the U.S. presented by K-LOVE/AIR1, Food for the Hungry and Awakening Events. Tickets for the 2017 "HITS DEEP Tour" will go on sale on Sept. 23.

The first venture of this unique partnership with TobyMac, K-LOVE/Air1 and Awakening Events was Spring of 2016—resulting in sold-out shows in 26 out of 29 markets. TobyMac’s 2016 “HITS DEEP TOUR” visited arenas nationwide, including stops at Los Angeles’ The Forum, Charlotte’s Time Warner Cable Arena, Phoenix's Talking Stick Resort Arena, San Diego's Viejas Arena, Portland's Moda Center, Seattle’s KeyArena, Denver's Coliseum and Kansas City's Sprint Center, which garnered 12,229 ticketed attendees alone. According to Pollstar, the 2016 “HITS DEEP Tour” was the biggest tour in Christian music and ranked in the top 35 tours in the world.

Through a partnership with Food for the Hungry, concertgoers sponsored over 15,000 children, providing food, a better education, clean water and medical treatment.

“It's an amazing partnership that we have with K-LOVE/Air1, Awakening Events and Food for the Hungry, it takes us where I think our music should be—in the heart of our cities in the biggest arenas in town," explains TobyMac. "I always get excited when it’s time to create the ‘HITS DEEP Tour' line-up. I love the idea of putting together artists that are just starting their journey with veterans, electronic artists with organic artistry and colors of skin that demonstrate God’s diverse kingdom. We come together backstage - which leads us to a beautiful night on stage. A night deep in hits, that aims to hit you deep. A night where everybody is invited to the party!”

Known for his dynamic live show, the HITS DEEP LIVE CD/DVD (Nov. 18) will feature a full live album and concert video of 16 songs recorded on his highly acclaimed and sold-out “HITS DEEP Tour.” This will mark the Billboard Music Award winner’s first live album in eight years. THIS IS NOT A TEST, the American Music Award’s winner latest LP, continues to have an unstoppable year earning a GRAMMY® Award, a Billboard Music Award nod, three upcoming GMA Dove Award nominations and two back-to-back No. 1 hits at Christian radio, “Backseat Driver” and “Move (Keep Walkin')” with tour dates across Europe, Canada and the U.S.. 

“This partnership is so special and unique between TobyMac, Dan Fife at Awakening Events and our team at K-LOVE Radio - it’s a privilege to be a part of the 2017 ‘HITS DEEP Tour,’” shares David Pierce, Chief Creative Officer of K–LOVE Radio. "K-LOVE is all about making a positive impact in peoples lives, and helping them to grow closer to Jesus. The heart of this tour is exactly that, to impact lives and make room for God to work! 2016 'HITS DEEP Tour' was amazing to see arena after arena sold out! It was awesome and we’re excited and can’t wait for the 2017 ‘HITS DEEP Tour’ to begin!”

“TobyMac & the Diverse City Band continue to provide audiences with an amazing concert experience, that encourages all walks of life to live in unity and to be Jesus Freaks,” adds Dan Fife, Awakening Events. “Partnering together with TobyMac and K-LOVE/AIR1 means more people are coming together and hearing.  It’s an honor to be a part of the ‘HITS DEEP Tour’ with TobyMac, his team and our friends at K-LOVE/AIR1.”

The seven-time GRAMMY® winner recently launched the mac black label offering clothing items and hats. For the latest label trends, follow @macblklbl on Instagram or shop atmacblk.com.

2017 "HITS DEEP Tour" Dates
* all dates subject to change, please visit www.TobyMac.com for the latest information. 
Thursday, February 9, 2017           Southaven, MS           Landers Center
Friday, February 10, 2017              Lafayette, LA              Cajundome
Saturday, February 11, 2017          Beaumont, TX            Ford Park
Sunday, February 12, 2017            Cedar Park, TX          H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
Tuesday, February 14, 2017           Pensacola, FL             Pensacola Bay Center
Thursday, February 16, 2017         Jacksonville, FL          Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
Friday, February 17, 2017               Estero, FL                    Germain Arena
Saturday, February 18, 2017          Sunrise, FL                  BB&T Center
Sunday, February 19, 2017             Tallahassee, FL           Donald L. Tucker Civic Center
Thursday, February 23, 2017         North Little Rock, AR Verizon Arena
Friday, February 24, 2017              Grand Prairie, TX        Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie
Saturday, February 25, 2017          Grand Prairie, TX        Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie
Sunday, February 26, 2017             Jackson, MS                  Jackson Coliseum
Thursday, March 2, 2017                Chattanooga, TN         UTC McKenzie Arena
Friday, March 3, 2017                      Nashville, TN                Bridgestone Arena
Saturday, March 4, 2017                 Louisville, KY                The Kentucky Exposition Center
Sunday, March 5, 2017                    Auburn Hills, MI          The Palace of Auburn Hills
Thursday, March 9, 2017                Duluth, GA                     Infinite Energy Arena
Friday, March 10, 2017                   Dayton, OH                     Wright State University Nutter Center
Saturday, March 11, 2017               Rochester, NY                 Blue Cross Arena
Thursday, March 16, 2017              Albany, NY                     Times Union Center
Friday, March 17, 2017                    Norfolk, VA                    The Constant Center
Saturday, March 18, 2017               New York, NY              The Theater at Madison Square Garden
Thursday, March 30, 2017             Hoffman Estates, IL    Sears Centre Arena
Friday, March 31, 2017                   Pittsburgh, PA               Petersen Events Center
Saturday, April 1, 2017                   Philadelphia, PA            Liacouras Center
Sunday, April 2, 2017                     Hartford, CT                   XL Center
Tuesday, April 4, 2017                    Greenville, SC                Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Thursday, April 6, 2017                  Toledo, OH                     The Huntington Center
Friday, April 7, 2017                       Cleveland, OH   Wolstein Center at Cleveland State University
Saturday, April 8, 2017                  Charleston, WV          Charleston Civic Center
Sunday, April 9, 2017                     Indianapolis, IN         Bankers Life Fieldhouse


About TobyMac:
With more than 11 million units in career sales and a whopping seven GRAMMY® Awards, TobyMac's career continues on the fast track. His most recent studio album, THIS IS NOT A TEST garnered a GRAMMY® Award, Billboard Music Award nomination and a high marking debut at No. 4 on the Billboard Top 200. Each one of his previous five studio solo projects have achieved Gold certification, a first for an artist in the history of his label, Capitol Christian Music Group. Among those honored with Gold certification, EYE ON IT, which debuted atop the Billboard 200, only the third ever Christian album to do so. His previous live DVD, ALIVE & TRANSPORTED, is RIAA Certified platinum and received a GRAMMY® award. HITS DEEP LIVE, his newest LIVE CD/DVD will be available on Nov. 18.

Get Connected With TobyMac
Website // www.tobymac.com

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The Purpose Hotel™ Surpasses Kickstarter Goal In Less Than 48 Hours

Nashville, Tenn. (September 14, 2016) – Receiving an overwhelmingly positive response after sharing their vision with the world, The Purpose Hotel™ campaign has exceeded the initial goal of $347,000 pledged on Kickstarter in less than 48 hours. The project relaunch on September 12 tracked faster than anticipated, as nearly 2,000 people joined in backing the crowd-sourced effort. Humbled by the movement of all backers, meeting the Step One goal allows The Purpose Hotel™ team to take steps in developing the initial designs and financing of the building.

"The momentum this campaign has is unbelievable. Right out of the gate we had not only return backers, but new ones as well. I’m grateful, humbled and really excited to see where this goes over the next 24 days," says Cowart. "This is proof that people care. I’m already hearing stories of people who have been inspired and uplifted by this idea. It’s going to just multiply from here."

The next phase of The Purpose Hotel™ relies on meeting the second step of $755,000 through the Kickstarter campaign. Step Two will allow The Purpose Hotel™ team to further the hotel architectural plans, interior planning and engineering design/planning specific to the sites selected for the hotel.

Backers can continue supporting the campaign until its conclusion on Friday, October 7. To back The Purpose Hotel™, visit thepurposehotel.com.


About The Purpose Hotel™
The first hotel of its kind, celebrity photographer Jeremy Cowart (Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Tim Tebow, The Kardashians, Sting, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Heidi Klum, Emma Stone, Ryan Seacrest and more) created humanitarian relief project The Purpose Hotel™ that aims to fight against injustices of war, hunger, poverty, global warming, racial tension, unclean water, addictions and natural disasters. Every aspect of the global chain will directly contribute to those in need through strategic sourcing and procurement. The project is launching with a large campaign designed and developed by The Purpose Hotel™. Through the project's Kickstarter, individuals have the opportunity to become co-founders as backers of the project.

Get Connected With The Purpose Hotel™
Website // thepurposehotel.com
Hashtag // #ThePurposeHotel

About Jeremy Cowart
Named one of the most influential photographers on the web (Huffington Post), Jeremy Cowart has photographed the likenesses of Sting and Emma Stone to The Kardashians and Taylor Swift. Capturing images in over 25 countries, his work has been seen on the pages of Rolling Stone and USA Today, reaching the channels of A&E and ESPN. An earnest desire to do more has led the notable photographer to focus on Help-Portrait, See University and now, The Purpose Hotel.

Get Connected With Jeremy Cowart
Website // jeremycowart.com

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Hillary Scott & The Scott Family's "Thy Will" Tops Three Radio Charts This Week

Hillary Scott & The Scott Family's "Thy Will" Tops Three Radio Charts This Week Including The National Christian Audience, Billboard’s Christian Digital Songs And Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs Charts

Powerful single spends 13th week at No. 1 on Billboard's Christian Digital Songs chart, seventh week at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart

Nashville, Tenn. (September 12, 2016) — Hillary Scott & The Scott Family's "Thy Will" has hit No. 1 on the National Christian Audience chart. Additionally, the single holds the No. 1 position on Billboard's Christian Digital Songs chart for the 13th consecutive week along with the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart for the seventh week. 

Co-written by Scott, Emily Weisband and Bernie Herms and produced by Herms and Ricky Skaggs, the vulnerable track is the lead single from the faith-based album LOVE REMAINS, which hit the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Christian Albums chart upon its July 29 debut.

"I'm honestly speechless," said Scott. "Trying to put into words how thankful I am to not only have the chance to do this with my family, but to be embraced the way we have is pretty much impossible. Our hearts are bursting with love for everyone who was a part of helping make this happen and to the fans for taking this journey with us!"

"Thy Will" Official Music Video

LOVE REMAINS continues to impress after a warm reception from fans and critics alike.

“It’s striking — a collection of hymns and contemporary Christian music delivered with extreme polish." - New York Times

“… a 13-track record that blends down-home southern gospel, country, pop, bluegrass and soul.” - Guideposts

"The music includes contemporary Christian pop and country, along with distinct nods to bluegrass, Southern spirituals and traditional gospel music.” - Associated Press

"The collection benefits from top-notch production by Ricky Skaggs, who helps intertwine a gospel, bluegrass, country and pop combination that’s nothing short of flawless." - CCM Magazine

"A tenderhearted family collaboration...they are simple songs of faith, both old and new, all affirming that no low valley is without some high hill. Ricky Skaggs' production gently blends bluegrass and gospel." - People

"Love Remains is a powerful cross-over album for Hillary Scott that showcases her faith beautifully and leaves no doubt where she stands." - NewReleaseToday

LOVE REMAINS follows more than 18 million album sales worldwide for Hillary Scott as one-third of the one of the world's most popular groups, Lady Antebellum. The trio has earned six PLATINUM singles and dubbed ACM and CMA "Vocal Group of the Year” three years in a row. For more information on new music and more, visit www.hillaryscott.com

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The Purpose Hotel™ Mobilizes 5,000+ People To Give; Launches New Campaign

Nashville, Tenn. (September 12, 2016) - The Purpose Hotel™ has resonated with people all over the world, uniting 5,000+ supporters and reaching three-quarters of a million dollars. Though the campaign fell short of its initial goal, The Purpose Hotel™ is designed to give the public the power to change lives, and is therefore launching a new campaign today to continue the building story. The $347,000 goal of the new campaign will support the launch of the initial design phase. Funds donated surpassing the goal will aid in furthering the hotel architectural plans, interior planning and engineering design/planning specific to the sites selected for the hotel. To read more about the new effort, visitwww.ThePurposeHotel.com.

"We are so honored and blown away that the campaign was backed by over 5,000 people at $750,000," shares founder Jeremy Cowart. "We didn’t reach our initial goal which means we get $0, but we have developed quite the buzz on this project. People want it to happen. We didn’t win the Super Bowl, but we made it deep in the playoffs. The good news is that we are re-launching the campaign today.”

Authors, artists, actors and activists such as Ann Voskamp, Rebecca Mader, Laura Bell Bundy, Jamie Tworkowski, Lecrae, Donald Miller, Dave Ramsey, Sophia Bush, Paramore, Zachary Levi, Imogen Heap and more shared their voice socially in supporting the cause. Helmed by famed photographer Jeremy Cowart, The Purpose Hotel™ was covered by Forbes, USA Today, Huffington Post, Rolling Stone Country, Conde Nast Traveler, The Tennessean, Relevant, Christianity Today and more.

From blankets to soap, internet access to furniture, The Purpose Hotel™ will help fight cyclical issues through domestic and international partnerships with organizations such as Charity Water, The Giving Keys, Compassion International, Food for the Hungry and more. Fueling great organizations that give back around the globe, The Purpose Hotel™ will source its materials from organizations that actively work to improve the lives of people around the world. The first part of The Purpose Hotel™ chain is slated for Cowart’s hometown of Nashville, Tenn.


About The Purpose Hotel™
The first hotel of its kind, celebrity photographer Jeremy Cowart (Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Tim Tebow, The Kardashians, Sting, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Heidi Klum, Emma Stone, Ryan Seacrest and more) created humanitarian relief project The Purpose Hotel™ that aims to fight against injustices of war, hunger, poverty, global warming, racial tension, unclean water, addictions and natural disasters. Every aspect of the global chain will directly contribute to those in need through strategic sourcing and procurement. The project is launching with a large campaign designed and developed by The Purpose Hotel™. Through the project's Kickstarter, individuals have the opportunity to become co-founders as backers of the project.

Get Connected With The Purpose Hotel™
Website // thepurposehotel.com
Hashtag // #ThePurposeHotel

About Jeremy Cowart
Named one of the most influential photographers on the web (Huffington Post), Jeremy Cowart has photographed the likenesses of Sting and Emma Stone to The Kardashians and Taylor Swift. Capturing images in over 25 countries, his work has been seen on the pages of Rolling Stone and USA Today, reaching the channels of A&E and ESPN. An earnest desire to do more has led the notable photographer to focus on Help-Portrait, See University and now, The Purpose Hotel.

Get Connected With Jeremy Cowart
Website // jeremycowart.com

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The Afters' Live On Forever Debuts To Warm Welcome From Critics And Fans Alike

Band prepares to hit the road with Newsboys for Love Riot Tour

Nashville, Tenn. (September 12, 2016) — The Afters' highly-anticipated fifth studio album Live On Forever is available now, hitting nearly three years after their previous debut, Life Is Beautiful, which made its mark on the Billboard 200.

Already a favorite among critics, reviewers have described Live On Forever as "innovative pop," saying the music has a "fresh sound and vibe."

"Live On Forever is enjoyable from start to finish with some of the band's best work featured in the title track." - New Release Today

"You can expect an amplification of their power pop style and huge, catchy hooks to carry you through the rest of the year." - CCM Magazine

"This fresh pop sound will likely draw new and old fans together to celebrate the highly anticipated album’s release."  - Jesus Wired

"The entire album is pure and points directly to God. Live On Forever is truly epic and timeless." 
- Christian Concert Alerts

"Live On Forever is a beautiful and comforting record. The album's power certainly lies in the title track, but the songs surrounding are equally as impactful and, moreover, complement the themes of eternity in God's presence with themes of God's work on this earth." - The Christian Beat

The album's lead single "Live On Forever" hit top 5 at radio, exciting fans as they got a taste of what to expect from the new record. The band's current single "Battles" is following in its footsteps, steadily climbing the Christian radio charts. 

In support of Live On Forever, The Afters recently performed their new music at Billboard and on Nashville's WSMV and have discussed the new album with Lifezette, The Church Collective and more.

The Afters Perform Live at Billboard

The Afters Perform at WSMV Nashville

About The Afters
Texas-based, four-piece band The Afters were propelled into the national spotlight with their INO/Sony Music Label Group debut I Wish We All Could Win. The project spawned the swirling, melodic hit “Beautiful Love,” earning the band an enthusiastic following when the song was selected as the theme track for MTV’s “8th and Ocean.” “Beautiful Love” was also the most downloaded track of 2006 on the iTunes ® Inspirational charts and garnered the band an mtvU award. The Afters’ sophomore release Never Going Back To OK (INO/Columbia Records) debuted in the Top 50 on the Billboard Top 200, and proved to be a sensation on the silver screen with “Grey’s Anatomy” (ABC), “Dr. Phil,” “Army Wives” (Lifetime) and “Rachael Ray.” The band’s third record Light Up the Sky bolstered two No. 1 radio hits, as well as placements on “The Biggest Loser” (NBC) and “You Deserve It” (ABC). A slew of media including Rolling Stone, Seventeen.com, E! News Live, TV Guide, Premiere Radio and more also picked up on covering The Afters. The band released its fourth studio album, Life Is Beautiful in April 2013 via Fair Trade and their fifth studio album, Live On Forever, is available now.

Get Connected With The Afters
Website: www.theafters.com
iTunes: http://www.smarturl.it/LOFAlbum-iTunes
Amazon Music: http://amzn.to/2cscq06

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Six-Time GRAMMY® Winner Amy Grant To Unveil Tennessee Christmas, First New Holiday Album In Nearly 20 Years

Grant to co-bill nationwide holiday arena tour with
Michael W. Smith and special guest Jordan Smith

Popular "Christmas at the Ryman" with Grant and Vince Gill returns to Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium

Nashville, Tenn. (September 12, 2016) - Multi-platinum recording artist Amy Grant will unveil her first all-new Christmas album in nearly twenty years on October 21, just in time for the holiday season. A collection of thirteen new recordings, including the title track, Tennessee Christmas offers a blend of heartfelt originals and Grant’s own spin on popular Yuletide classics, seamlessly weaving together the joy, love, laughter, and even grief this season brings. Recorded in her home studio in Nashville, Grant collaborated with producers Mac McAnally (Jimmy Buffett, Martina McBride), Marshall Altman (Marc Broussard, Frankie Ballard) and Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, David Crowder*Band) to bring this project to life. Looking forward to the release, Grant shares some insight into her vision behind this project - “I’ve loved traveling the world with my guitar, but my favorite musical memories have happened right here at home around Christmastime with family and friends. I hope we’ve captured some of that magic to share with all of you this holiday season!"

With over six million Christmas records sold, all of Grant’s holiday projects have been honored with RIAA platinum or gold certification. This holiday season, she will tour extensively across the country sharing music from Tennessee Christmas as well as her most popular Christmas hits. Grant and Michael W. Smith, joined by Republic recording artist Jordan Smith (winner of NBC’s “The Voice), will present their Christmas favorites with a full symphony orchestra in twenty major markets including Los Angeles, Dallas, Minneapolis, Atlanta and Baltimore. Grant will also be teaming up with husband Vince Gill for “Christmas At The Ryman," as they continue their wildly successful residency at the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. 


About Amy Grant:
Amy Grant's career spans more than 30 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. 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. 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 April, Grant celebrated the 25th anniversary of her iconic hit “Baby Baby” with a worldwide release of the song featuring pop sensation Tori Kelly. Tennessee Christmas will mark Grant’s first all-new holiday album in nearly 20 years.

Get Connected with Amy Grant:
www.amygrant.com

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GRAMMY® Winner Chris Tomlin To Release Never Lose Sight October 21

One night only event Worship Night In America: An Evening Of Unity & Prayer For Our Country to hit theaters across the US October 25

Nashville, Tenn. (September 12, 2016) — GRAMMY® winner Chris Tomlin is preparing to unveil his eleventh studio album, Never Lose Sight, available everywhere October 21. Following in the footsteps of several chart-topping albums, Never Lose Sight features 11 new songs, including the beloved track "Good Good Father," which hit No. 1 on Billboard's Christian Digital Songs, Hot Christian Songs and Christian Airplay charts, also topping the MediaBase Christian Audience chart. 

The album's follow up single "Jesus," has quickly gained momentum at radio, already hitting the top 12 on the National Christian Audience chart. Watch the official music video for the single below.

"Jesus" Official Music Video

“I think joy is at the heart of this album because of what Jesus has done for us, and that’s what I hope people take away from this music," Tomlin said. "I pray your hearts are lifted up and filled with joy when you hear these songs.”

The album will feature special guests, including American Idol alum Danny Gokey and worship leader Kim Walker-Smith, with the deluxe version delivering three additional tracks, including "Kyrie Eleison," a collaboration between Tomlin, Matt Maher, Matt Redman and Jason Ingram. 

Never Lose Sight is available for preorder now when you reserve your ticket for Worship Night In America: An Evening Of Unity And Prayer For Our Country.

The one night only event will take place on October 25, as believers nationwide fill theaters, hearing impactful messages from best-selling author Max Lucado and internationally known speaker, pastor and author Louie Giglio, along with powerful declarations of worship through songs led by Tomlin, Matt Redman, Matt Maher, Phil Wickham, Kim Walker-Smith and Tasha Cobbs. Theaters have already begun to sell out, with screens continuing to be added due to high demand. To pre-order Never Lose Sight and secure your Worship Night In America ticket now, visit christomlin.com.

Never Lose Sight
1. Good Good Father
2. Jesus
3. Impossible Things (feat. Danny Gokey)
4. Home
5. God Of Calvary
6. He Lives
7. Glory Be
8. Come Thou Fount (I Will Sing)
9. Yes And Amen
10. All Yours
11. First Love (feat. Kim Walker-Smith)

(Deluxe Only)
12. The God I Know
13. God And God Alone
14. Kyrie Eleison (feat. Matt Maher, Matt Redman and Jason Ingram)

About Chris Tomlin
With ten albums, 15 No. 1 radio singles, a GRAMMY® Award and eight additional nominations, three Billboard Music Awards, 21 Dove Awards, a platinum and four gold albums to his credit, Chris Tomlin is among the most well-known and influential artists in contemporary Christian music. Referred to by TIME Magazine as likely the most often sung artist anywhere, Tomlin consistently has several songs in the top 20 of the Top 100 CCLI songs. BMI and GMA Dove Awards' 2014 Songwriter of the Year, Tomlin’s “How Great Is Our God” was his first No. 1 on the CCLI Top 25, becoming one of the fastest rising modern day hymns in CCLI chart history. In addition to having sold more than 7 million albums and over 8.9 million digital tracks, Tomlin made history as his No. 1 single “Jesus Messiah” (Hello Love) garnered 97 adds at radio, making it the biggest ever add date in Christian radio history. Tomlin recently broke the record for most top tens in the history of Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart. In the midst of his record-breaking success, Tomlin continues touring and leading at Passion Conference gatherings across the US and worldwide, including Worship Night in America events. Burning Lights debuted at No. 1 atop the Billboard 200 in January 2013, making history as only the fourth Christian music album to do so. Never Lose Sight is set to release October 21.

Get Connected With Chris Tomlin
Website: christomlin.com
Facebook: facebook.com/christomlin
Twitter: twitter.com/christomlin
Instagram: instagram.com/christomlin
YouTube: youtube.com/christomlinvevo

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2X GRAMMY Nominee Crowder To Headline "American Prodigal Tour" In Support Of Anticipated New Album

Pre-order available for American Prodigal in advance of Sept. 23 street

Nashville, Tenn. (Sept. 9, 2016) - Immediately following his Sept. 23 awaited debut of American Prodigal, Crowder’s nationwide "American Prodigal Tour," featuring Tedashii and The New Respects, will kick-off to over 20 markets from west coast to east coast September through November. The headlining trek will support his newest 17 track album of the same name. The 2X GRAMMY® nominee debuted music from the project with a “Run Devil Run” music video featuring a Smokey & The Bandit car chase turned swamp race outside of New Orleans, showcased by the likes of GAC, AXS, The Country Network and more. His latest single “My Victory” is currently top 20 at National Christian Audience. American Prodigal is available for pre-order with an instant gratis of both tracks.

With 2+million albums sold, Crowder’s folktronica sound has been embraced from domestic and international arenas to church pews and even the Grand Ole Opry Stage. American Prodigal will mark the anticipated follow-up to Crowder’s 2014 release (Neon Steeple) which debuted at No. 8 on Billboard’s Top 200. To pre-order American Prodigal, click here. For more information on the "American Prodigal Tour," visit www.crowdermusic.com.

About Crowder:
Crowder has been embraced for his lyrically powerful and musically elaborate and unpredictable songs that have found themselves being sung everywhere from churches to clubs all across the country. Crowder’s first solo album, Neon Steeple, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, was named iTunes 2014 Christian Album of the Year, garnered multiple radio hits, two GRAMMY® nominations, a Grand Ole Opry debut, a Dove Award and multiple nods and numerous K-LOVE Fan Award Nominations. American Prodigal, the awaited follow-up album, will be available on Sept. 23. As an active member of the Passion movement founded by Louie Giglio, Crowder participates in the impactful university student gatherings in the U.S. and around the world. A published author, Crowder has also penned two books including his acclaimed release, "Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven, but Nobody Wants to Die."


About sixstepsrecords:
Founded in 2000 by Louie Giglio, sixstepsrecords is a worship label and a division of Passion Conferences. sixstepsrecords’ artists include Chris Tomlin (Never Lose Sight), Crowder (American Prodigal), Matt Redman (Unbroken Praise), Christy Nockels (Let It Be Jesus), Kristian Stanfill (Mountains Move) and Passion (Passion: Salvation’s Tide Is Rising). The label partners with Sparrow Records/Capitol Christian Music Group for A&R, marketing, sales and distribution operations. For more information on sixstepsrecords, visit:www.sixstepsrecords.com.

Get Connected with Crowder
Website // www.crowdermusic.com
Hashtag // #AmericanProdigal 

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