Friday, March 30, 2012

Sunday is Palm Sunday!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Charlie Hall

Charlie Hall began this journey of songwriting in 1992, becoming part of the Passion movement in 1997, and has been an integral voice alongside them since.  Though originally from Oklahoma City, Charlie has moved all over the world as a worship leader - serving across the US and the globe.  The band still primarily operates out of OKC.

The Rising: The new worship album was a challenge Charlie took to write music as if they were Psalms.  It's about "movement towards God."  Louie Giglio (Passion founder & pastor) says, "Charlie Hall's passion to make the journey of worship and the healing found in Christ accessible to people inside and outside the walls of the Church is beautifully displayed on The Rising. This new collection of songs is not only musically alive and fresh, it oozes from its core the timeless message of the one who raises and restores our lives."

The Band:
Charlie Hall: singer/songwriter
Ben Freeman: guitar
Dustin Ragland: drums
Quint Anderson: bass

Album: The Rising

Twitter: @charliehallband

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: The Rising


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SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  What wise king of Israel suggested cutting a baby in half to settle a dispute between two women?

A:  Solomon

Big win for Cindy in California, MD!

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Super-beautiful this afternoon, huh?

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Kari Jobe

Kari Jobe knew at 10 that she would be a worship leader. Raised in a Christian home with a father who was a traveling minister, Kari began singing in church when she was 3. Through high school and college, Kari watched God set the path before her as she began leading worship in various places. She spent time studying at Oral Roberts University, Christ For The Nations and Dallas Baptist University, where she finished her psychology and Pastoral Ministries degree.

For the past seven years Kari has been a worship pastor at her home church in Southlake, TX. She has been a featured singer on Gateway Worship projects and in 2009 released her self-titled debut album. More recently, Kari released a new worship project entitled Where I Find You.

About We Are: “We Are is a song of commission for us as believers,” says Kari, “to be reminded of what we’ve been called to; and that is to impact people’s lives in everything we do.”

Album: Where I Find You

Twitter: @karijobe

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: We Are (acoustic)



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who was Solomon's mother?

A:  Bathsheba

Way to go Cheryl!

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Let's go fly a kite! Up to it's highest height!
Let's go fly a kite - and send it soaring...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Clay Crosse

Clay Crosse grew up in Memphis, Tennessee. He became a Christian at the age of 13. He married his high school sweetheart, Renee. He worked as a courier for FedEx for six years. And then Clay released his first album, “My Place Is With You”, in 1994. The album featured the mega-hit "I Surrender All" and his nearly 20 year career was off and running!

He won the Dove Award for “Best New Artist of the Year” in 1995. Nine songs from his first four projects became No. 1 singles.  The awards and accolades continue to pile up all the way through the 90s.

After the release of “Christmas with Clay Crosse” in 2002, Clay served as worship pastor for The Love of Christ (TLC) Community Church in Memphis under head pastor, the late Dana Key (of DeGarmo and Key). He now serves as worship pastor at Faith Baptist Church, Arlington TN and continues to sing and lead worship at events nationwide.

Clay and his wife Renee have been married since 1990 and have four children, two of which were adopted from China. Along with his singing appearances, Clay and Renee run their ministry, HolyHomes, leading marriage events nationwide as well as serving as spokespeople for Holt International Adoption.

Album: reDedication (Coming Spring 2012)

Twitter: @claycrosse

Tour: May 4th at Allen Memorial Baptist Church!

Want More? CLICK HERE 

Video: I Will Follow Christ



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Whom did David marry after her first husband, Nabal, died of a stroke?

A: Abigail (1 Samuel 25)

Way to go Wanda of Westover, MD!

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Back in the saddle again...

NEW RELEASE TUESDAY

Gold
by Britt Nicole | Genre: Pop/Rock

Live Like That
by Sidewalk Prophets | Genre: Pop/Rock

Clear The Stage
by Jimmy Needham | Genre: Pop/Rock

My Hallelujah Single
by Brandy Allison | Genre: Adult Contemporary

Giants
by Evan Craft | Genre: Pop/Rock

Look Up
by gatewayNEXT | Genre: Praise & Worship

One
by Take6 | Genre: Adult Contemporary

The Songs You've Already Heard: Best of Hawk Nelson
by Hawk Nelson | Genre: Pop/Rock

Dubbed & Freq'd
by tobyMac | Genre: Pop/Rock

Uncharted Territory
by Don Moen | Genre: Praise & Worship

Hymns
by Guy Penrod | Genre: Southern Gospel

RED
by Rhema Soul | Genre: Urban

Welcome to the Family
by R.M.G. (Reflections Music Group) | Genre: Rap

Dancing Between The Fibers Of Time
by Anberlin | Genre: Alternative

Redemption
by Before Their Eyes | Genre: Hard Rock

Lights and Perfections
by The Burial | Genre: Hard Rock

WANT MORE? CLICK HERE

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Jeremy Horn

On his 15th birthday, Jeremy Horn's older brother gave him a guitar.  And that was the beginning of his life's calling. Over the next month's using an old "learn guitar" book he found in the attic, Jeremy taught himself how to play.  Horn’s zeal to serve God with his musical gifts has resulted in a flourishing role as worship leader at Christ the Rock Church in Memphis, Tennessee.

Horn was born and raised in Memphis, a town where the music is as much a part of life as great barbque (afterall, Memphis is where Elvis called home)!   He grew up listening to Big Tent Revival, Skillet and his parent's old DeGarmo & Key cassettes. As a teenager, he got a job as a temp (answering phones and making coffee) at Arden Records (a great Christian record label).

Today, Horn is a married father of two young boys, and he’s still part of the Ardent family - though now as a recording artist. He knows his way around a guitar and a recording studio after years of helping other musicians.  And with Sound of the Broken he offers an album of worship meant to remind us that the Spirit of God rests inside of broken people, and that God wants to use us to tell His story of redemption.

Album: Sounds of the Broken

Twitter: @jeremyhorn

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: Only God Who Saves (live)



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  What did David use to slay Goliath?

A: Sling & stone. (1 Samuel 17:50)

Congratulations, Kevin in Chincoteague!

Friday, March 23, 2012

Happy Friday!

Josh is headed to Southern Maryland for the Rebecca St. James concert.
Tickets start at just $10 - so come and join him!  CLICK HERE fmi.

David Wilson is in the driver's seat for the Joy Ride this afternoon.

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Rebecca St. James

Rebecca St. James has received countless industry awards, including the prestigious GRAMMY, garnered number one singles and has consistently topped both radio and sales charts, with career album sales in the millions of album units. She has also authored nine books!  As an artist spokesperson for Compassion International, she has, through her concerts, globally helped find sponsorship for more than 30,000 of the world’s neediest children.

A move to Los Angeles in 2008 to pursue her interest in acting led many to wonder what Rebecca’s creative future might hold. Most notably, it produced her first leading role in film in the form of Sarah’s Choice, a movie with a strong pro-life message released by Pure Flix Entertainment and a creative ‘stretch’ that led to Rebecca’s emergence over the past two years as an outspoken national voice for the work of crisis pregnancy.

Her next film project is a movie called The Frontier Boys.

This past year Rebecca got married and released a highly anticipated worship album called I Will Praise You.

Album: I Will Praise You 

Twitter: @RebeccaStJames

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: Little One (from the film Sarah's Choice)



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

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Thursday, March 22, 2012

It's the day before Rebecca St. James' concert!
I mean, it might as well be a holiday...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Needtobreathe

Named after the acclaimed University of Alabama football coach Bear Bryant, brothers Bear and Nathaniel Bryant "Bo" Rinehart were born and raised in rural Possum Kingdom, SC, where their pastor father ran a church camp.

In 2008, Needtobreathe was nominated for two Dove Awards at the 39th annual GMA Dove Awards and in 2009, Needtobreathe's song "Washed by the Water" was nominated and won the Dove Award for "Rock/Contemporary Song of the Year."

Formed in 1999, Needtobreathe built an impressive regional following, playing throughout the Southeast. They toured non-stop, recording at their home studio and got noticed by Hollywood producers, who have used their music in television and film.

Needtobreathe is:
Bear Rinehart (lead vocals, guitar, piano)
Bo Rinehart (backing vocals, guitar)
Seth Bolt (backing vocals, bass)
Joe Stillwell (drums, percussion)

Cool Fact: Needtobreathe opened for Taylor Swift on her Speak Now tour last year.

Album: The Reckoning

Twitter: @NEEDTOBREATHE

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: About The Reckoning



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  What instrument did David play to soothe King Saul's troubled spirit?

A:  The lyre or harp. (1 Samuel 16:18)

Enjoy that brad&rebekah CD! Congratulations to Brooke in Temperanceville, VA!

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

CLICK HERE FMI on the Rebecca St. James concert this Friday!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Jaime Jamgochian

Originally from Boston, MA - Jaime relocated to Seattle, WA after college and spent years serving at The City Church.  More recently she moved to Nashville to focus on her music career.

Jaime’s music and bubbly personality have touched thousands of young women as she’s appeared on Point of Grace’s Girls of Grace conferences. In addition, Jaime has stepped forward and launched her own “Modest is Hottest” conferences for young girls. Last summer, she also went to Peru with 800 girls on a mission trip sponsored by Brio magazine.

Since Jaime has signed with Centricity Records, she’s toured relentlessly over the past few years and loves having an opportunity to reach people, especially young girls. Having come to Christ during her college years, Jaime admits she made her share of mistakes before becoming a believer, and those moments have made her better equipped to minister to young girls struggling through some of the same issues.

In Studio: Jaime's latest album was produced by Nathan Nockels (of Watermark).  When struggling for authenticity during the awkward recording of the vocals for the album, Nathan challenged Jaime to forget anyone else is around and spend time worshiping God.  That advice is what led to the emotional, powerful and undoubtedly worshipful nature of the new album.

Fact: Jaime grew up with a severe learning disability.  She credits her struggles in learning to her earnestness in encouraging young women to give everything to their Savior.

Music: Jaime is featured on the Centricity Easter EP along with Aaron Shust, Andrew Peterson, Sixteen Cities, Downhere and Jason Gray.

Ministry: Modest is Hottest

Album: Above the Noise

Twitter: @jaimejamgochian

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: The Stand



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who was Saul's daughter who married David?

A:  Michal (1 Samuel 18:27-28)

Way to go Bill in Seaford!

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

CLICK HERE FMI on the Rebecca St. James concert this Friday in Southern Maryland!

NEW RELEASE TUESDAY

When Love Was Slain (Single)
by Jennie Lee Riddle | Genre: Praise & Worship
*Songwriter of Revelation Song & When The Stars Burn Down

Redemption Daylight
by The Beautiful Refrain | Genre: Rock

Safe In Your Arms EP
by Cory Lamb | Genre: Pop/Rock

Wake Up
by Swoope | Genre: Rap

Rodeo (Single)
by Lekè | Genre: Urban

O That Men Would Worship
by Stephen Hurd | Genre: Urban

WANT MORE? CLICK HERE

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Rachel Scott

Rachel Scott, along with her husband Greg and their 3 young boys, live in Omaha, Nebraska.  But much of the year, Rachel spends pounding the pavement - singing in churches all across America.  Her husband, Greg, is a pastor with the Assemblies of God, and pulls double duty as Rachel’s Manager/ Audio Engineer for touring and studio recording.

Having a passion to reach the poor through her music, Rachel is also signed to Compassion International’s Artist Roster where she is a spokesperson for Compassion to see children released from poverty in Jesus’ name.Recently her song “Seven: Fifteen” ranked in the top 10 in the UK.

Street Cred: Rachel has shared the concert stage with other Christian Artists such as Remedy Drive, Hillsong London, Vota, and Sara Groves.

Album: Sons & Daughters

Twitter: @rachel_scott

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: The Least of These



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Why was David absent when Samuel first examined the sons of Jesse?

A:  He was keeping the sheep/shepherding. (1 Samuel 16:11)

Score for Tammy in Hurlock! Enjoy that new Phillips Craig & Dean album!

Monday, March 19, 2012

It's REBECCA ST JAMES DAY!
The only holiday you can score SILVER SEAT TICKETS to the big RSJ concert this Friday!
Tune in for Scriptural Pursuit this afternoon at 5:15 to win!

CLICK HERE FMI on the Rebecca St. James concert this Friday!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Jason Allen Rich

Rich grew up in the heartland of the US in the small town of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He began his musical career as a worship leader and singer, and has since grown into a seasoned musician and writer as well.

He and his wife Bailey Rae now call Atlanta home, have two dogs, Gracie Rae and Beau Peep. Bailey runs "The Recycled Shop," an online store featuring her artistic takes on repurposed items.

He got his big break as a contestant on American Idol - which has sort of become a launchpad for great Christian music (like Mandisa, Chris Sligh and many others!).

Life on the road can be overwhelming.  Here's what J.A.R. has learned in recent years:
“All of the musical growth is great, and I have worked hard at that, but most importantly I want to grow as a follower of Christ. It is essential for God to be our focus, and if I am able to use my gifts to influence others to recognize that, then I believe this is my life’s calling!"

Album: A Beautiful Life 

Video: In Studio with Jason Allen Rich



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who was Ruth's second husband?

A:  Boaz

Everett just won 2 silver seating tickets to see Rebecca St. James this Friday!  Hip, hip - HOORAY!

Friday, March 16, 2012

Happy Friday!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
SONICFLOOd

For over 15 years, Sonicflood has been making and leading worship. They paved the way for the modern praise and worship movement and are touted as “The Fathers of Modern Worship Music.” Their international ministry is quite extensive. Sonicflood has performed on every continent except Antarctica.

Formed back in 1997 under the name Zilch, they changed their name to Sonicflood in 1998 and never looked back. Over the years their have been line-up changes. No original members are actually in Sonicflood now. Rick Heil (lead singer) has been helming the group since 2000.

They have earned a Grammy nomination, Dove Awards, ASCAP awards, as well as many other accolades. They have been featured on the 700 Club, TBN, INSP, God TV, and Harvest TV. They have sold over 2 million records.

Awesomeness: Sonicflood performed the first Christian concert ever in a secular venue in modern Turkey’s history. This was nothing short of a miracle in a Country that is 99.9% Muslim.

Album: Heart Like Yours

Twitter: @SONICFLOOd

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: Look To Love



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

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Thursday, March 15, 2012

Tune in at 5:30 PM to hear Josh's interview with Shawn Craig of Phillips, Craig & Dean!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Phillips Craig & Dean

Randy Phillips, Shawn Craig, and Dan Dean make up this vocal group that has been leading worship around the world since 1991. All three are pastors at different churches in Texas and Missouri and prioritize being at home for church. As a group they have earned almost two dozen number 1 radio singles, 9 Dove Awards nominations and several wins - including the 2010 Dove Award for Inspirational Album of the Year, Fearless.

Phillips, Craig & Dean have performed at the conventions of the National Religious Broadcasters and Christian Booksellers Association, appeared at Moody Church, played at Promise Keepers rallies, and recorded music for the National Day of Prayer.

Album: Breathe In 

Twitter: @pcdguys

Tour: CLICK HERE

Want More? CLICK HERE 

Video: Revelation Song (featuring Kari Jobe)



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who was David's best friend in the royal family?

A:  Jonathan (1 Samuel)

Way to go Rosalind in Girdletree, MD!

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Such a beautiful day!
Praise God!

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ARTIST OF THE DAY
Know Hope Collective

Mark Stuart and Will McGinniss of Audio Adrenaline lived a rock 'n roll dream.  They toured for nearly two decades around the world, won 2 GRAMMY's and tons of Dove Awards.  But when all was said and done, Mark required surgery and nearly lost his voice.  The guys' marriages were strained to the point of breaking and they had lost their first love - worshiping the Lord.

After a few years hiatus from the music industry - years filled with counselling and community, Stuart and McGinniss founded the Know Hope Collective. Know Hope is a community of song writers that work to dig deeper into the question "What is worship?"

The Know Hope Collective is a ground-breaking initiative that combines worship music with stories of hope and inspiration. The Collective will be an ever-changing group of musicians from a variety of backgrounds who come together to create worship music and share their unique experiences and testimonies.

Alumni: David Leonard and Leslie Jordan of All Sons & Daughters also participate in Know Hope.

Album: Know Hope Collective

Twitter: @knowhopetweets

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: Spirit Speak



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who anointed Saul as king of Israel by pouring oil on his head and kissing him?

A:  Samuel (1 Samuel 9-10)

Way to go Jerry from Wallops Island, VA!

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

NEW RELEASE TUESDAY

The Same Love
by Paul Baloche | Genre: Praise & Worship

Breathe In
by Phillips, Craig and Dean | Genre: Praise & Worship

Passion: White Flag
by Passion Worship Band | Genre: Praise & Worship
* The 2012 Conference in Atlanta

Season One
by All Sons And Daughters | Genre: Praise & Worship

I Still Believe: The #1's Collection
by Jeremy Camp | Genre: Pop/Rock

Stories To Tell
by Dave Barnes | Genre: Pop/Rock

The Rescue
by Adam Cappa | Genre: Pop/Rock

One Redemption
by Tree Hill Collective | Genre: Praise & Worship

Songs 4 Worship: Revelation Song
by Various Artists - Worship | Genre: Praise & Worship

Transcend
by Erica Lane | Genre: Adult Contemporary

Anchors and Silhouettes
by Nicole Croteau | Genre: Americana/Folk

MyChildren MyBride
by MyChildren MyBride | Genre: Hard Rock

DVD

Symphony (I Lift My Hands) - Passion Talk Series
by Louie Giglio | Genre: Video/DVD

WANT MORE? CLICK HERE

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Charles Billingsley

When he was 22 years old, the day after his college graduation Charles Billingsley packed up his red two-door Ford Explorer, attached a little trailer behind it and headed to a church in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to perform his first professional concert. Almost twenty years later, after 24 records, 17 years of marriage, two children, and 3,000 concerts, Billingsley has just released his 25th album, Never Forsaken.

CB on Never Forsaken: “It’s a plea to the church,” Billingsley explains. “Look beyond the four walls of our buildings and get out there and love the world. It’s just a reminder to us all–God actually loves them as much as he loves me.”

Missions: Billingsley, with his with his wife Shae and their two boys, recently took an eye-opening trip to Guatemala along with the humanitarian organization Causelife. During their visit, as they journeyed through numerous villages in dire need of fresh water, Billingsley’s inspiration deepened to help build wells across third world countries.

Teaching:  On top of writing music, producing, recording, touring and leading worship at his church in Lynchburg, VA - CB also teaches in the worship department at Liberty University.

Familiar: Charles was at one time the lead singer for NewSong.

Album: Never Forsaken

Twitter: @CBillingsley

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: God So Loved The World



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  What tribe of Israel was King Saul from?

A:  Benjamin (1 Samuel 9:1-2)

Score for Matthew in Denton, MD!

Monday, March 12, 2012

A new week with Spring in the air...
This is going to be a great week!

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Caedmon's Call

Caedmon's Call has been producing eclectic, acoustic driven music for two decades. Cliff Young fronts this family of songwriters that includes Derek Webb, Danielle Young (Cliff's wife), Andy Osenga, Todd Bragg, Garett Buell, Jeff Miller and Josh Moore. Ask any Christian performer who they think is authentic in a world of pop culture glitz and they'll tell you, without skipping a beat, Caedmon's Call.

When Christian music exploded in the 90s - playing sold out arenas and massive mega-churches, Caedmon's Call continued (in spite of their great success) to play coffee shops and bars. They always wanted to be where they felt Jesus would be. Caedmon’s Call has sold over a million units of its 15 records to date but has always been more of a community itself than a band.

Caedmon’s also helped launch or boosted the careers of artists like Bebo Norman, Jill Phillips, Waterdeep, and Andrew Peterson. The band is also a longtime promoter of missional living, through their longtime partnership with Compassion International, and more recently with the Dalit Freedom Network, an organization fighting caste discrimination in India, and the band’s own Share The Well Foundation.

Birth: The band formed around an acoustic guitar in Cliff Young's dorm room while they were all still in college. Although Cliff & Danielle had been song writing together while dating in high school.

Fashion: Danielle Young often wears overalls in concert - and the rest of the band now refers to all overalls as Danielles.

Album: Raising Up The Dead 

Twitter: @caedmonscall 

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: A Caedmon's Call Tribute to Rich Mullins



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who was David's father?

A:  Jesse (1 Samuel)

Congratulations to Matt in Princess Anne, MD!

Friday, March 9, 2012

This weekend, prepare yourself for a federal mandated loss of sleep.
Daylight Savings Time begins Saturday night.
You SPRING forward!
Which sounds so optimistic, but really means you get an hour LESS sleep...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Jeff Chandler

For Jeff Chandler, music is a legacy. From early childhood his parents exposed him to a wide variety of musical influences ranging from Bill Gaither to the Beatles. He came up in the shadow of his father, Scott Chandler, a drummer who played at church and in a touring band.

His musical debut, as humble as it was, came at 16 years old when one of his pastors cast him for the lead shepherd-boy role in the annual Christmas play. He still points to that experience as the defining moment that music became his life.

Over the last decade, he has played venues ranging from coffee shops to coliseums and has had the honor of sharing the stage with Michael English, Rascal Flatts, David Crowder, Steve Fee, Leeland and Grammy award winning artist, Casting Crowns.

Country, gospel, and epic rock'n'roll flavors bring a unique taste to those who sample his work. His songs are primarily born out of relationships: his family, friends and those he serves as a spiritual leader.

"I feel like the purpose for my music is to bring healing and direction to broken hearts. I honestly feel that's what my life is about." - Jeff Chandler

Fact: Casting Crowns recorded Chandler's song I Know You're There on their acclaimed The Altar and the Door album.

Album: I Know You're There

Twitter: @jeffchandler76

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: Jeff Chandler (live acoustic)



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who did Samuel anoint as the first king of Israel?

A: Saul (1 Samuel)

Way to go Jeff in Parsonsberg, MD!

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Third Thursday in a row near 70 degrees.
This is my kind of weather pattern...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Aaron Keyes

Aaron Keyes and his band travel internationally, leading worship and coaching worship leaders as the Lord gives opportunity. Most frequently Aaron works with Kingsway Music, from the United Kingdom. He and his wife of 11 years, Megan, have four sons – Cooper, Judah, Nyle, and Linen. Aaron and Megan graduated from Furman University in Greenville, SC, where they were a part of planting CrossRoads Community Church (in Simpsonville, SC) with Aaron’s parents, Steve and Becky.

But it's not all international touring and recording for Aaron Keyes. Aaron has served as the worship pastor at Grace Fellowship Church (outside Atlanta, GA) for the past eight years. Several months out of the year, he has younger worship pastors living in his home as part of an intensive worship discipleship course, involving daily teaching, mentoring, coaching, and community. Plus Aaron helps teach the next generation the skills for worship leading through Catalyst Worship school!

Between church life, traveling, song-writing, discipleship and parenting, Aaron and Megan are loving their lives and excited about their next season of life, love and discipleship.

Album: Dwell 

Twitter: @aaronkeyes

Tour: CLICK HERE 

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: Blessing & Honor



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Ruth was the great-grandmother of what famous king of Israel?

A:  David (Ruth 4:17)

Way to go Vivian in Crisfield, MD!

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Peace is just a prayer away.

ARTIST OF THE DAY
DecembeRadio

In 2006, DecembeRadio's debut album was nominated for a GRAMMY and earned the group four Dove Award nominations, including nods in the Best New Artist category and Song of the Year for "Drifter." That night the band claimed their first Dove Award when DecembeRadio was honored for Rock Album of the Year!

DecembeRadio puts a lot of time and effort into their live performances.  They toured relentlessly the past several years, including opening for Third Day on a recent spring tour. The band has an intriguing dynamic on stage. Though they definitely have that powerful rock 'n roll stage presence, they also have a unique ability to be accessible to the fans. There's a bond that's forged between the guys and the crowd that erases that unseen barrier between artist and audience.

Every time the band enters the studio to write, they are always overwhelmed with a sense of gratefulness.  They truly love what they do - and know how fortunate they are to get to do it.

When asked about the future - the band responds "..we're just enjoying the journey."

Kids: Between the four members' families, the band now has three daughters.

Album: Southern Attic Sessions

Twitter: @DecembeRadio

Tour: CLICK HERE

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: Look For Me



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: Who owned the barley field where Ruth gleaned leftovers?

A: Boaz (Ruth 2:3)

Congratulations Jenny in Hurlock, MD!

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Happy 100th birthday to Oreo!
That's a hundred years of people always eating at least one too many - because that's how you know you've had enough - when you've had more than enough!

NEW RELEASE TUESDAY

How To Be Loved
by Todd Agnew | Genre: Adult Contemporary

Nothing Left to Fear
by Andy Cherry | Genre: Pop/Rock

Never Forsaken
by Charles Billingsley | Genre: Adult Contemporary

Sound Of The Broken
by Jeremy Horn | Genre: Pop/Rock

Current
by Sarah MacIntosh | Genre: Adult Contemporary

Decade: The Best of Israel & New Breed From 2002-2012
by Israel Houghton & New Breed | Genre: Praise & Worship

We Will
by The Life Church Worship | Genre: Praise & Worship

Now
by Fireflight | Genre: Pop/Rock

Moving Forward
by Andrea Helms | Genre: Gospel

The 6th
by FLAME | Genre: Rap

Class President
by Young Chozen | Genre: Urban

WANT MORE? CLICK HERE

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Shawn McDonald

Originally from Oregon, now Seattle-based - Shawn McDonald crafts lazy melodies with rich lyrical depth. Shawn's journey through the musical landscape has taught him to appraciate and delight in the truly good things of life and to embrace each season as it unfolds. He yearns to find contentment and accept every step God leads him on.

The Transformation: Shawn was a drug addict/dealer in trouble with the law at age 20.  It was then, near suicide that Shawn came to know Jesus Christ.  He is a life completely transformed by Grace.

Showcasing his love of all things artistic, Shawn invited artist Scott Erikson to paint an original work each night of the tour - on stage during the concert. At the end of each show, they auctioned off the art to benefit the Transpire Project (for artists).

The Latest: In between shows, Shawn's been working on new material in Nashville.

Regional Fact: Shawn's deep appreciation for coffee makes Seattle the perfect place to live.

Hobbies: Music isn't Shawn's only artistic expression. He is also a budding photographer.

Latest Album: Closer

Tour: CLICK HERE

Want More? CLICK HERE

Video: Rise (acoustic)



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who was Ruth's Mother-in-law?

A: Naomi (Ruth 1)

Score for Lisa in Federalsburg, MD!

AWESOME ANIMAL OF THE DAY

Monday, March 5, 2012

Today is my dad's birthday, but because he's immediate family, he cannot win the DQ Grill & Chill Blizzard Cake that members of the Birthday/Anniversary Club can score!
So if you have a birthday or anniversary this week ... well I'd sign up...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Kerrie Roberts

Kerrie Roberts is a big voice in a little package. She grew up singing in church, where she'd often have to stand on a crate so that people sitting further back than the front row could see where her powerful voice was coming from! Kerrie's dad was a pastor and her mom the choir director for their church. Being front and center in church was bred into her from birth!

Kerrie began writing her first songs in high school, performing one during her own graduation. When the time came for college, Kerrie chose to get her degree in Studio Music and Jazz Vocal Performance at the University of Miami.

“Little kids have dreams. For me, it was ‘I’m going to be a singer.’ And I never grew out of it.”

Connections: She's currently opening up the Love Come To Life Tour with Big Daddy Weave & Mikeschair!

TV: Kerrie's music has been featured on Fox and ABC for various promotions and TV show soundtracks.

Album: Kerrie Roberts 

Twitter: @Kerrie_Roberts 

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: Savior To Me


Kerrie Roberts - Savior To Me (Official Music Video) from providentlabelgroup on GodTube.


SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  Who tied torches to fox tails and released the foxes into the Phillistine's fields setting them ablaze?

A:  Samson (Judges 15)

Score for Bill in Parksley, VA!

Friday, March 2, 2012

It's Friday, Friday...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Kutless

This Oregon based rock group is in the midst of a second musical career. After selling nearly 2 million records and touring the world as a preeminent Christian rock quintet, Kutless found a new voice producing quality worship records.

Their first worship album was Strong Tower - and not only was it a hit with critics and fans, but it revealed the true nature of Kutless' calling - to bring people closer to Jesus. In any industry there is pressure to repeat success and Kutless approached the matter hesitantly. They didn't want to produce another worship record just because everyone loved the first one. The band knew that worship has to be authentic. With much prayer and council from their pastors, Kutless created It Is Well.

Just a week ago Kutless released their next worship project, Believer.

The Name: Christ took our beating and paid the wages of our sin. Romans 6:23
He took our cuts for us leaving us..."Kutless".

Album: Believer

Twitter: @kutless

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: Give Us Clean Hands



SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q:  How small did God reduce Gideon's army to?

A: 300 men (Judges 7)

Way to go Ashley of Atlantic, VA!

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Second Thursday in a row near 70 degrees.
This is my kind of weather pattern...

ARTIST OF THE DAY
Casting Crowns

Lead singer Mark Hall says, “Our main purpose, above all else, is to know Him more.” The members of Casting Crowns each serve in student ministry in their local churches around the metro Atlanta area.

After all the accolades, all the awards, all the time on the road and in the studio, why does Casting Crowns continue to do what they do? The answer is simple: It’s their calling – God’s calling on the lives of these seven committed and talented musicians. To pour their lives into the students and families God has placed in their paths. To set discipleship to music. To challenge and strengthen the body of Christ. It’s what brought them together in the first place and what keeps them going …

The new album Come To The Well has a strong theme running throughout each song.  We all try to fill our hearts with things other than Christ.  Parents, friends, spouses, things, jobs - but none of these can satisfy our need for Jesus.   The new single Just Another Birthday focuses on the failure of an earthly father to be there for his daughter - but points out that our Heavenly Father is always present.

Stats:
8.2 million career album sales
3 GRAMMY Award
2 American Music Award
14 Dove Awards
12+ chart-topping radio singles

Line Up:
Mark Hall
Megan Garrett
Melodee DeVevo
Hector Cervantes
Chris Huffman
Juan DeVevo
Brian Scoggin

Album: Come To The Well

Twitter: @castingcrowns

Tour: CLICK HERE

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Video: Just Another Birthday

SCRIPTURAL PURSUIT

Q: What happened when Joshua's men and the priests marched around Jericho seven times and then shouted?

A: ..the walls came tumblin' down... (Joshua 6)

Congratulations to Wyatt in Bloxom, VA!