Acclaimed Gospel Artist Kelly Garner is pleased to announce the release of her new full-length album, It’s Not Over. The project blends her own personal originals with universal themes of faith, hope, and the power of music to heal and uplift. The project is a testament to her musical versatility, emotional depth, and her ability to create a meaningful and memorable musical experience for her audience and one she is excited at the opportunity to spread her mission through this powerful collection of songs.

Kelly Garner’s album, “It’s Not Over,” offers a diverse and deeply personal musical journey. The project begins with “Good Ole Gospel Sing,” an original song that warmly reminisces about her childhood experiences attending “Gospel Sings” at her grandparents’ church. This nostalgic track captures the joy and cherished memories associated with those formative years.

The album also contains the heartfelt original song “The Day I Get Home,” a poignant reflection on the passing of her mother in October 2022. This emotionally charged song allows listeners to connect with the artist on a profound level as she shares her personal journey of loss and longing.

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In addition to these deeply personal tracks, “It’s Not Over” features original songs that explore themes of hope and purpose in life. These songs resonate with listeners, offering a sense of inspiration and motivation to navigate life’s challenges with optimism and determination.

Renditions of some of Kelly Garner’s favorite worship choruses, add a spiritual dimension to the collection. These well-loved worship songs contribute to the overall message of resilience and faith that permeates the album.

“’It’s Not Over’ is a project that I hope helps people ‘hold on’ and remember that they still have purpose at whatever stage or position they are in life.  I’ve been in Nashville since 1990, and signed my first record deal in 1992. I could not have sung this record with as much passion or conviction back then as I can now.  I had not ‘lived’ enough!” exclaimed Kelly Garner. “Now, I can speak to issues everyone faces and tell each story from a very deep place of life experience.  This album is the album that I’ve always wanted to make!  Most of all, I hope it makes a difference in this world!”

Producer Kris Crunk shared, “I’m so proud of this project. The recording is epic and big in spots, tender and small in other places. But all along the way, it tells the message of hope and perseverance in the promises of God. It proclaims a message that ‘it’s not over if we keep our eyes on Jesus!’ The project is a ‘who’s who’ of Nashville’s best and an amazing culmination of the writing and performing career of Kelly Garner.”

The Gospel music supergroup with over 700 million digital streams, Anthony Brown & group therAPy, released its first full-length album in four years today.

Their sixth oeuvre, Affirmations (Key of A / Tyscot / FairTrade), is a dozen soul-stirring tracks that showcase the dynamic outfit’s polished grasp of contemporary gospel music with sly touches of Classical, Hip-Hop, Pop, Pentecostal, and even Celtic flavoring.

The first radio single, “Speak Your Name,” an enthralling anthem of praise, rises to No. 4 on this week’s Billboard Gospel Airplay chart.

Affirmations are personal. “Some of the emotional, mental, financial supports that I’ve grown accustomed to seem to be more quiet than normal,” Brown confesses. “I believe there are seasons where God quiets the things that typically rescue us. There are Biblical examples where different people encouraged themselves.

King David had to strengthen himself in the Lord. I wanted to do a project that spoke to that season for people who feel like right now they aren’t getting the support [they are used to receiving].

I wanted to remind them that you have all you need. The power of death and life is in your tongue, and you can speak and encourage yourself with the word of God. This project is a record full of things that you should speak over your own self every single day.”

Anthony Brown & group therAPy Release First Album In Four Years Titled ‘Affirmations’

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Brown’s longtime collaborator Justin Savage (Kirk Franklin, Israel Houghton), and keyboardists Darryl Woodson, and William McMillan, (Travis Greene, Tasha Cobbs Leonard) each co-produced various tracks with Brown for the project.

The set is a mix of ballads and contemporary grooves anchored by the group’s exquisite classically trained voices.

Gospel legend,  Kierra Sheard Kelly, squalls on the coda  of “Grace,” and Justin Savage’s pre-teen son Zach Savage, opens “Up Up Up” with a refrain from the Civil Rights anthem,  “This Little Light of Mine.”

With Brown’s husky emcee tone, heartfelt lyrics, and the group’s classically trained vocals; it’s no surprise they are the most successful gospel group of the last decade with megahits such as “Trust in You,” “I Got That,” and “Blessings on Blessings.”

Aside from their 700 million streams, there are eleven Billboard Top Ten singles and four No. 1 hits. The R.I.A.A. gold-certified track, “Worth,” spent 24 weeks at the apex of the Billboard Gospel Airplay chart in 2015.

There are three GRAMMY award nominations, six Billboard Music Award nominations, and several ASCAP  Rhythm and Soul Music Awards. “I’m just grateful for all the support fans have given us over the years,” Brown adds. “They have affirmed us and that’s a tremendous feeling.”

Africa’s oldest festival of Christian music, Livingspring Gospel Music Festival (LivingspringCMF) issues The Livingspring 2023 Album titled “The Strong Tower.”

The album is a collection of songs captured during Livingspring Gospel Music Festival’s 40th anniversary. The 14-track album which features a plethora of gospel music ministers such as; Eyitayo, Mezzo Streams, Dele Sax, Favour Chukwuma, Big Bolaji, Gaise Baba, Bois Olorun, and Tosin Bee, provides a variety of praise and worship incense.

Livingspring was founded by Prof. Ladi Osasona in 1983 when he received a revelation for what would inspire several generations of gospel music.

In April of the same year, he together with trusted friends and an army of volunteers put together what would be the first edition of Livingspring: a live celebration of gospel music. Few had seen anything like it – and the fire caught on rapidly.

Livingspring ’83 would go on to birth successive annual editions, each improving upon the last, and would eventually become known as Livingspring Christian Music Festival.

Today, Livingspring features seminars, discovery sessions, drama, choreography, and music from all over the world.

Livingspring seeks to inspire the next generation of gospel artistes and also improve the overall quality of our fellowship with God.

The Livingspring 2023 Album, “The Strong Tower” is now available in all digital stores worldwide.

THE STRONG TOWER – LIVINGSPRINGCMF

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Melding jazz, pop, and classical styles, Juno and GMA Covenant Awards-nominated Mike Janzen independently released his third album of Psalm interpretations, Songs from the Canyon, today (Nov. 1). The project features Janzen musically painting vivid, powerful textures as he explores Creation’s awe-inspiring landscapes along with the deep, plunging canyons of life’s suffering.

Produced by award-winning Timothy Abraham, the album has a profound sonic diversity, resonating from soaring strings to a belting gospel choir. Rich cinematic textures grace these 11 innovative compositions, including on the song “Steady” and its companion music video that premieres today on The Christian Beat.

Mitch Fillion filmed the video at All Saints Kingsway in Toronto and featured the Powerhouse Fellowship Soul Choir.

“This song was written as an anthem of hope to those who have braved the lonely valleys of loss, family breakup, and injury,” shares Janzen. “During these traumatic times, there’s often a sense that our world is crumbling around us; however, the book of Psalms is a reminder that the hesed, or steadfast love of God, will carry us through whatever storm or tragedy we encounter.”

The album also features “Hallelujah (Psalm 104)” that Janzen recently performed on 100 Huntley Street; “Took Hold,” which includes guest vocals by Stellar and GRAMMY Award-winner Dee Wilson; and the lead track, “Echoes (Psalm 8),” that highlights Indigenous Canadian artists Ray “Coco” Stevenson (Cree/Objibwe) and Jonathan Maracle(Mohawk Nation).

With Rich Mullins-inspired dulcimer and Snarky Puppy-like brass, “Echoes” explores how the fingerprints of God are seen throughout creation and how we can be guardians of that beauty.

Mike Janzen Releases His Third Album Of Psalm Interpretations ‘Songs From The Canyon’

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“The song was written on the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabe peoples and is sonically inspired by the shared heritage of the landscape,” shares Janzen. “The musical presence of Coco Stevenson and Jonathan Maracle on this track is significant both in their artistry and cultural understanding of creation that resonates perfectly with the pre-modern poet who penned Psalm 8.”

The full Songs from the Canyon track listing follows:
1)    Echoes (Psalm 8)
2)    Hallelujah (Psalm 104)
3)    Took Hold (Psalm 18)
4)    Steady (Psalms)
5)    Wonderful (Psalm 139)
6)    How Long (Psalm 13)
7)    Canyons (Psalm 46)
8)    Great is the Lord (Psalm 96)
9)    Deep to Deep (Psalm 42)
10)  Have Mercy (Psalm 51)
11)  Circling (Psalm 22)

A gifted jazz pianist, composer, and arranger, Janzen has toured across North America, performing in concert halls, churches, and at festivals while combining his undeniable talent with a desire to create music that draws attention to the Maker.

“Mike brings a really imaginative and fresh voice to the current music scene,” says Joe Amaral as he introduces Janzen last month on 100 Huntley Street, Canada’s longest-running daily television talk show. “And whether it’s soul-stirring songwriting to mesmerizing piano solos…his music – it’s approachable, and it hits the deep places of the heart…He combines undeniable talent with the desire to create music that draws attention to God, the Father, the Maker.”

Today, MNRK Music Group in partnership with JamesTown Music announce the new album JOY IS HERE, from GRAMMY-nominated, multiple Stellar Award winner, Billboard Music Award-winning, and Top Gospel Artist, JJ Hairston. Hairston releases his long-awaited first ever Christmas album, JOY IS HERE, recorded live in July 2023 at All Nations Worship Assembly (ANWA) Washington, DC. The album, JOY IS HERE, features a mix of holiday classics with Hairston’s signature style as well as originals. JOY IS HERE is available now wherever music is sold and streamed.

JOY IS HERE features stand out collaborations with Trina Hairston, Melvin Crispell, III, Brittney Wright, Jason Clayborn & Gathering Place Worship Choir and more. JJ Hairston will perform the album track, “Joy To The World” on Monday, November 6^th on The Tamron Hall Show – marking his daytime television debut.

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Founded in 1991, the once 35-member church choir from Bridgeport, CT has transformed into a Billboard chart topping national gospel artist, birthing Billboard Gospel #1 hits such as, “You Deserve It,” and “Miracle Worker.” Currently, JJ Hairston is continuing his devotion to a greater purpose alongside his wife, Trina Hairston, serving as Campus Pastors for All Nations Worship Assembly (ANWA) Washington, DC campus.

Hairston will embark on a multi-city holiday tour at various City Winery locations this holiday season. The “JOY IS HERE” Tour will kick off November 20^th in New York, making its way through Boston, Chicago, Nashville, Atlanta and more.

Following the March 2023 release of their live project I Will Remember (BEC Recordings), Crossroads Music drops their I Will Remember – Sessions EP today. Re-recording five of their previously released worship songs (including focus tracks “Always Moving” and “Take Me Deeper”) into organic and acoustic raw reinterpretations with folk and Americana instrumentation, I Will Remember – Sessions EP was produced by Aaron Robertson (Elevation Worship, Red Rocks, Jesus Culture).

The group collectively shares, “We’re incredibly excited and humbled to release this record. We believe it will not only give our church useful songs for worship, but also dangerous prayers, petitions, and proclamations to a God that’s wild about us and the adventurous life he’s given us.”

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Crossroads Music is part of Cincinnati, Ohio-based Crossroads Church. Influenced by collectives such as Elevation Worship, Passion, and Bethel Music, “We are a church that exists for people who have given up on church but not necessarily on God. We write songs that are simple enough for people to carry in their back pockets and tasteful enough to lend fresh language and sound to the hymns of the past with a mix of the spices we have on our team; country, gospel, and rock.”

Most of all, it is the hope of Crossroads Music to grow its team of leaders and invest in the students – the future leaders, songwriters, teachers, and theologians – within their church community. “They need what we have and they need to have the freedom to grow and fail…we want to be the creatives that we wish we’d had when we were their age.”

Today (Nov 3), Austin Stone Worship releases a new four-song EP called REVIVE.

“Written from a desire for a rekindled connection to God’s unwavering and revitalizing love, the lyrics are filled with reminders of the depth of God’s affection and heartfelt prayers for Him to awaken our hearts to see more of who He is.” -Aaron Ivey, Pastor of Worship & Creativity

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Austin Stone Worship is a family of worship leaders, storytellers, and artists serving The Austin Stone church in Austin, TX and equipping the Church with content rich in theology and expression.

Today (Nov 3), Matthew West shares My Story Your Glory (Expanded Edition). The additional tracks feature collaborations with Anne Wilson, Cochren & Co., daughter Lulu West, and Micah Tyler.

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Award-winning artist Mac Powell releases his new Christmas EP featuring five songs that will make your holiday playlists this year. Christmas features three original songs including, “Christmas Time Again, My Friend,” a song that he wrote with his daughter and son-in-law. Other songs featured are “I Pray On Christmas,” a unique take on the classic Harry Connick Jr. song as well as “Jesus Christ Is Born” that Powell released in 2022.

“This project has some old songs on it that help you make new Christmas memories, and some new songs on it to remind you of some old Christmas memories. Hope you enjoy it,” shares Mac Powell.

Christmas (EP) – Mac Powell

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Powell has hit the road this fall with his tour, “Mac Powell & Friends,” with Brandon Heath, Jordan St. Cyr and Rhett Walker for an acoustic night of hits, stories and faith. Many of the “Mac Powell & Friends” nights have sold-out already. He will also join the “K-LOVE Christmas Tour” with Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey followed by the 2024 “TobyMac Hits Deep Tour” next year. For the complete list of tour dates.

When he’s not on the road, Powell is working on his next studio project with brand new music as a follow-up to his widely received CCM solo debut, New Creation, which produced the smash hit (“New Creation”) at CCM radio and Top 10 song (“River of Life”). Stay tuned for information on new music in 2024.

Housefires is a groundbreaking worship music collective whose music transports listeners into “a visceral and celestial experience” (Forbes). Today (Nov 3), the group releases its new album How To Start A Housefire Part III, via Capitol CMG / TRIBL Records. It’s the third part in the series following January’s Part I and April’s Part II.

‘How To Start A Housefire Part III’ was produced by GRAMMY-winning producers Jonathan Jay and Norman Gyamfi. It features collaborations with GRAMMY winner Chandler Moore (Maverick City Music), GRAMMY winner KJ Scriven (Fantasia, Tye Tribbett) and more.

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