Friday, September 9, 2011

FREE MUSIC
Ashes Remains is from Baltimore and they are BLOWING UP!




ARTIST OF THE DAY
Chris Rice



Chris Rice was born and raised in Clinton, MD - just outside of Washington DC. The woods and creeks of Maryland, the political and historical scene of Washington D.C., and a house of four brothers was the setting that made Chris Rice into the introspective, humorist and songwriter that he is. After several years of college-hopping Chris finally landed in Tennessee in his mid-twenties, with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Communication, and a curiosity about the music business.

It turns out that Chris was tailor made for songwriting. He's been nominated and won multiple Dove Awards, but always paced himself with a laid-back optimism that never quite fit in with the music scene. As an oddity Chris Rice stands out as sincere and patient.

Chris Rice has slipped from public life after releasing What A Heart Is Beating For back in 2007.

FYI: Chris Rice has a stellar instrumental Christmas album - Living Room Sessions: Christmas

Album: What A Heart Is Beating For

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Video: The Other Side of the Radio



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: What publicly sinful Greek city had a church that received two letters from the Apostle Paul?

A: Corinth

Score for Ken!

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Can you believe it has been nearly 10 years since 9/11 changed our world? Pray for the families that are still reeling from tragic loss.

A LITTLE FUN



ARTIST OF THE DAY
33 Miles



Chris Lockwood and Jason Barton are 33 Miles. After the breakout success of One Life, their first album, founding member Collin Stoddard left the trio to follow God's calling on his life to be a full time worship pastor. Now the duo (Chris and Jason) press on, having created a far richer sophomore album, Today.

While the band happily admits their country music roots, but they worked hard to bring a more distinguishable sound to the new album. What Chris says about Today:

“Nothing we can accomplish in business, no amount of education—nothing compares to Jesus,” says Chris, “But how our salvation translates to how we live today is the question. To wake up every day and make the choice to live with heaven in mind, to not let the circumstances of this day override that choice. It’s easier said than done, but getting up every day and trying makes it more and more possible.”

Latest Album: Today

Twitter: @33miles

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Video: Story Behind The Arms That Hold The Universe



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: In what city were the followers of Jesus first called Christians (or little-Christs)?

A: Antioch (Acts 11:26)

Way to go, Becky!

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

The FALL Yard Sale is coming soon!
CLICK HERE to get the deets - and come join us!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Michael W. Smith



Michael Whitaker Smith was born October 7, 1957 to Paul and Barbara Smith in Kenova, West Virginia. Michael was a typical boy – active in baseball, his family’s church activities, and playing piano. He wrote his first song at age 5 - but as a child, he longed to be a professional baseball player!

In 1982, Michael was asked to play keyboards in a band that was backing up young artist Amy Grant. Michael toured and wrote with Amy for years before launching his own solo career. In 1989 his song Go West Young Man began what would become one of the most legendary careers in Christian music.

Can't get enough Michael W. Smith? How about a harbor hopping Canadian & New England Cruise?! The Smiths and friends (Sean Hannity, Jeremy Camp, and Francesca Battistelli) are inviting you to join them next summer experiencing the beauty of the New England coast! CLICK HERE to learn more or book your trip!

Latest Album: Wonder

Upcoming Album: Glory (A new Instrumental album due out November 22nd 2011)

Twitter: @michaelwsmith

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Video: I'll Wait For You



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: What Empire was Nebuchadnezzar king of?

A: Babylon (or the Babylonian Empire)

Score for Tom of Princess Anne!

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

NEW RELEASE TUESDAY

You Are Love
by Darlene Zschech | Genre: Praise & Worship

The Sounds of Daniel Bashta
by Daniel Bashta | Genre: Praise & Worship

Forever If Ever
by Jon McLaughlin | Genre: Pop/Rock

Evolved: From Boys To Men
by 21:03 | Genre: Urban

Music With A Mission Tour 2011
by NRTV | Genre: Rock

One New Man Worship - Israel
by Various Artists | Genre: Praise & Worship

Get the deets: CLICK HERE

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Nicole C Mullen



Nicole C Mullen started her music career as a background vocalist/dancer/choreographer. But her talent went far beyond support. She wrote "Redeemer" and the Jaci Velasquez hit "On My Knees."

Both hits were named Song of the Year at the Dove Awards. With that distinction she joined the ranks of Gloria Gaither and Michael W. Smith as the only songwriters to ever have two songs honored as the Song of the Year. In fact, she is the first African American to ever win a Dove Award in the category!

When NCM began the writing process for Captivated, she set out to craft a funk album - but God had other plans. As she began writing and recording it became evident that Captivated would be a worship album. Nicole had shyed away from making a worship project up to this point, not wanting to be trendy, but authentic.

Her first single is “Kingdom Come,” a duet with longtime friend Michael O’Brien. “Every other day there is a tornado or an earthquake or a tsunami or oil spill or whatever it is,” says Mullen. “Even nature is crying out for the return of Christ, for His kingdom, but His kingdom actually is already here. The kingdom of God is among us. God is already the king. We’re not going to make Him king at the end of time."

Latest Album: Captivated

Twitter: @nicoleCmullen

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Video: Why Captivated?



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: What body of water is usually called The Great Sea in the Bible?

A: the Mediterranean Sea

Way to go Trinity!

Monday, September 5, 2011

Do you wish someone a "happy Labor Day"?
I don't know what the etiquette is...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Tricia Brock



Tricia Brock has been one of the lead singers of Superchic[k] for almost a decade now. But her and her producer husband Nick Baumhardt felt led to record a worship album. That album is called The Road.

Raised in a Christian home, Tricia and her sister Melissa experienced their share of adversity and struggles. When they met Maz Hsu, a singer/musician, the three girls immediately hit it off. All three felt called to create music to inspire teenage girls like themselves, who dealt with depression and insecurity. Thus Superchic[k] was born. They would go on to rock the world over, win Dove awards and garner a GRAMMY nod.

Superchi[k] is not over, but this solo worship project is a collection of songs meant to breathe hope and to inspire new life into a battling heart. “We may be broken, but we’re never destroyed,” the album’s lyrics say. Tricia wants to share that at times the listener may feel without hope, but there’s no need to fear. Hope, refuge and strength are always with us when we are with God.

Album: The Road

Twitter: @superchicktrish

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Video: Tricia Brock talks The Road

Friday, September 2, 2011

The Labor Day Weekend begins .... NOW!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Justin Unger



Formerly a founding member of the group Across The Sky (nominated for New Artist of the Year at the 2003 Dove Awards) - Justin Unger is now a few albums into his solo career. His start began when he won a songwriting competition in Colorado. His victory led to a record deal with Word Records. Justin pounded it out on the road with Across The Sky for a couple of years before God began a new work in his heart.

Called to full time ministry back in AZ, he packed up his family and headed back West. Losing himself in church work was fun for a time, but he yearned to make music. Fortunately for Justin, his church was thrilled to nurture his songwriting passion. Now he is taking it one day at a time with his family (wife and 4 kids) at their church and the occasional regional tour.

Latest Album: Some Good Advice

Twitter: @justinunger

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Music Video: This Is Freedom



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: Where were Pharaoh's troops drowned?

A: the Red Sea (Exodus 15:4)

Way to go, Clark!

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Josh is back for the Joy Ride today. Let's roll!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
The Afters



The Afters have seen a quick rise to success, forming in 2007 when Josh and Matt met while both working at their local Starbucks in Mesquite, TX. The band formed under the name Blisse, but thankfully they changed it before debuting with their first album Never Going Back To OK.

After losing their longtime friend and manager to a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer, two band members deciding to part ways, a nearly life-threatening car wreck and a new member losing a close friend one week after joining the band, it has been a hard season of change for The Afters. Holding on to their faith and their passion for making music, has kept the band focused throughout the mess of it all.

The changes in line-up and the constant evolution of sound created a fresh sound for the new album. Sonically, Light Up the Sky is somewhat of a departure from the grunge rock of the band’s debut. Instead, this collection of songs tends to lean more pop.

Light Up The Sky is a hit album, a hit song - and now a chance for you to share your light! CLICK HERE to tell your God story - and light up the sky!

Latest Album: Light Up The Sky

Twitter: @theafters

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Music Video: Light Up The Sky



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: Where did John The Baptist baptize repentant people?

A: the Jordan River (Mark 1:5)

Way to go Cindy!