Colton Dixon’s 7-song EP, CANVAS (Atlantic), is available today, including his latest hit, the highly-anticipated new single, “My Light,” leaping to No. 24 on the Billboard Christian Airplay chart this week with over 50 Key markets spinning the song including SiriusXM, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Tampa, St. Louis, Kansas City, Nashville, and Orlando. In support of his latest musical endeavor, Dixon will perform on FOX & Friends May 21st, as well as on The Kelly Clarkson Show on June 8th.

On top of the EP release, Dixon and Jordan Feliz have announced The Love & Light Tour hitting U.S. cities this fall. Fans can text “Love and Light” to (615) 845-4896 be the first to learn about dates and presale tickets.

Colton Dixon Releases ‘Canvas’ EP

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CANVAS and “My Light” follow the biggest song of Dixon’s career to-date “Build A Boat,” which, at 10 weeks became the longest running No. 1 Mediabase Christian AC song of 2022, also spawning “Build A Boat (feat. Gabby Barrett),” with MULTI-PLATINUM and award-winning Country star Gabby Barrett.  Both tracks follow his Atlantic Record’s debut and No.1 song, “Miracles,” which also boasts over 94 million global streams.

Speaking of the CANVAS EP, Dixon notes how “Life is all about perspective – how we view the various seasons that life has to offer. The twins are such a blessing, and when they came, we realized how precious life is. One thing I’ve noticed is that life is better lived with others.  Finding someone who brings out the best in you.  Someone who will turn your mess into something beautiful.

For me, God has been that constant reminder for our family that we don’t have to walk through this life alone. Every day is a blank canvas to live life to the fullest, and to view the world and the people around us in a new light.”

In addition to “My Light” and both versions of “Build A Boat,” CANVAS features four other songs, including the anthemic “Giants,” written and produced by Grammy-nominee Joe London (Jason Derulo, Lizzo, Thomas Rhett), the piano-driven “Hold Onto Hope,” a fire-filled vocal performance on “Unbreakable,” and the delicate title-track, “Canvas.”

Acclaimed rock group Disciple has released their latest full-length studio album Skeleton Psalms, an opus of life and death led by the singles “The Executioner” and “Promise to Live.”

Disciple’s Skeleton Psalms is the story of humanity told in three parts: brokenness, mercy and ultimate victory.

“Every single song is intertwined and connected with each other,” lead singer and band founder Kevin Young reflects. “They all deal with similar themes, they all have an element of being autobiographical. It’s almost like chapter 1, chapter 2, chapter 3: human depravity, the unconditional love of God, then victory.”

Skeleton Psalms was created in house: produced by guitarist Josiah Prince at his studio The Ranch, written by Kevin Young, Andrew Stanton (guitar) and Josiah Prince, with drums from Joey West and additional backing vocal support from touring bassist Marco Pera.

For additional support on instrumentation, Mark “Traa” Daniels (P.O.D.) played bass. The band called on mix engineer Nick Rad (Skillet), mastering engineer Sam Moses (Tenth Avenue North) and the drum recording skills of Lester Estelle (Pillar, Kelly Clarkson) to round out the creative team.

In addition to the three songs that preceded the album, Skeleton Psalms boasts the hauntingly visceral title track “Skeleton Psalm,” the poignant celebration “Resurrecting Reasons,” the savagely ripping “20 20 Blind” and the irresistible compassion of “For the Life of Me.”

Sonically, the album paints from a palette colored with every one of the releases in the band’s acclaimed 30-year career. At the same time, the soundscape that ultimately takes shape is wholly the product of the current lineup’s 10 years as a creative unit.

“It’s just the chemistry of the four of us having played so many shows together,” guitarist and producer Josiah Prince reflects. “We have so much instinct now for what the four of us would do on a song when we’re performing it. So when we’re writing the songs, it is informed by that. To me, this album feels the most like the energy that we put out on stage.”

The release of Skeleton Psalms is being celebrated on April 28 through SkeleVision, a special livestreamed album release show with upgrades for exclusive merch.

In their acclaimed career, Disciple has recorded 13 studio albums, earned 16 No. 1 singles, and sold hundreds of thousands of records. Their music has been featured on ESPN’s NFL Live, WWE, Fox Sports, as well as in commercials for CBS’ CSI: Miami and Criminal Minds.

They’ve received multiple Dove Awards and played thousands of shows worldwide, including a 2023 stint in 40 arenas on Winter Jam Tour. Currently, Disciple is playing both rock sets and leading worship through their other musical project Honor & Glory.

Disciple Releases New Album ‘Skeleton Psalms’

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CHARLES JENKINS, is a celebrated hitmaker, label-head, and indie-music mogul with hundreds of millions of streams and views combined. He proudly releases his much anticipated new body of work, “GOSPEL MUSIC CHANGED MY LIFE“.

“Gospel Music Changed My Life,” was introduced to fans across the world with the release of the lead single, “God Be Praised,” followed by the new fan-favorite inspirational song, “The Soul of A Woman“.

The EP is globally available now on all streaming and digital platforms, via his Inspire People record label imprint.

Charles Jenkins Releases His Anticipated New EP ‘GOSPEL MUSIC CHANGED MY LIFE’

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It opens with happy overtones with the inspirational cut “Sweet Sunny Day” which promises to be a timeless classic. The EP moves to a jovial in-memoriam song “Someday” that is so uplifting and bright you would never know it was celebrating a loved one who has departed this world.

“The Grace of God” harkens back to the soul stirring sounds of the Iconic James Cleveland with a dose of modern urban flair, promising to grab the heart of the listener. Charles’ remake of the legendary Andre Crouch’s “We Are Not Ashamed” is an offering of passionate crowd singing, and musical enjoyment simultaneously.

The song invokes everyone to sing and offers a touch of “current, providing room for the listener to be contemplative, bob their head and bounce. The EP closes with the southern, hand clapping, foot stomping “God Be Praised.” “I listen to God Be Praised every morning, and then 3 times a day after that,” says Louis Carr, President of Media Sales for BET Networks.

He has earned a combined (18) Billboard #1’s, (9) Stellar Awards, Grammy recognition, a Soul Train Music Award nomination, (7) Dove Music Award nominations, (9) BMI Top Songwriter Award and closed 2022 with the Billboard #1 Song of the year for Gospel Airplay.

“GOSPEL MUSIC CHANGED MY LIFE,” is produced by Grammy Award winning producer Warryn Campbell and Grammy nominated producer Marcus Hodge. The EP flashes back to the 70’s and 80’s with a range of soulful emotions laced with hip-hop inflections.

This EP represents the story of a misguided teen who was put in gospel choir for punishment as a 9th grader. Crystallized as one of Gospel Music’s leading artists, Charles intends to use this EP and his story to reach at-risk inner city youth with events, music camps, and concerts around the world.

Multiple Award-winning gospel music minister, worshipper, and recording artiste; Peterson Okopi is out with a brand new album titled “Victory Dance” with the video of one of the Focus tracks; Ready For Jesus.

“Victory Dance” which is Peterson Okopi’s second album was recorded live at two different worship events in Lagos Nigeria.

The first Live recording was in February 2021 at Opium studio in Lagos Nigeria where songs like “Talo Nsoro”, “Iba”, Not A Scam, Burn and others were recorded.

The second recording was at “The Peterson Experience” Lagos, where songs like “We Hail”, “Ready for Jesus” and “Victory Dance” which happens to be the title of the album were recorded.

The Victory Dance album is a 19-track album fully loaded with sounds that carry God’s divine presence and are guaranteed to minister healing and life to every area of our lives.

The music minister described the album as an embodiment of his journey from Scars to Victory. Okopi took time to explain how the album was his personal life experiences, his response to those experiences, and finally the victory obtained at the end of his experience.

Peterson Okopi has no doubt that this album will resonate with millions of his audience who had one personal experience or the other in their individual walk with God, and also for those who are trying to find their path in life.

He believes that God took him through this route so that he could become a beam of hope for many who are either battling with their own scars or struggling to find a suitable response that will activate their victory.

This Victory Dance album is nothing but Peterson Okopi’s gift to the body of Christ and to humanity. Every single song on the album is a story, a response, a celebration of victory. Anyone can find his or her place in this album. This album will definitely set you out on a journey, give you an experience and ultimately get you into intimate fellowship with the Father.

The Album which was mixed and mastered by Roland Archy Joel and assisted by Oluwatosin of ProNextune.

“Victory Dance” album is Peterson Okopi’s second album under the imprints of TWC Records.

Victory Dance – Peterson Okopi

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Jonathan Traylor releases new music with Close Than You Think. 

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Four-piece alternative rock band Gable Price and Friends drops a new EP today. Live At THE END (Capitol CMG) is available on all digital platforms. Encompassing five live-performance songs from their 2022 album. 

The Consequence Of Being Alive,  “Brother Jack,”  “Upside,” “I Don’t Wanna Live Like This,” “Tough Love,” and “I LOVE TO STRUGGLE,” the project was recorded at their show from the Nashville-based venue The End. A music video filmed during the show for “I Don’t Wanna Live Like This” is below.

“A song never quite feels done until we sing it in a room of people,” Gable Price and Friends share as a band collectively. “Live at THE END is our best attempt to capture the euphoric feeling of being in the same room and singing these songs together. We hope it makes you feel something new about these songs.”

Gable Price And Friends Drop Live-Performance EP

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With their new live EP, the California-bred rock and roll band continues to share energy-laced and feel-good rock and roll music and is excited to keep performing its songs on the road. They just kicked off their tour sharing songs from The Consequence Of Being Alive album last weekend, hitting markets such as Chicago, Grand Rapids, Indianapolis, and Nashville. The tour runs through the summer and the official tour dates* are below.

APRIL SPRING TOUR
22 – St. Louis, MO
23 – Columbia, MO
24 – Kansas City, MO

JUNE/JULY SUMMER TOUR
June 22 – Detroit, MI
June 23 – Lakewood, OH
June 25 New York, NY
June 27 – Philadelphia, PA
June 28 – Vienna, VA
June 30 – Durham, NC
July 1 – Charlotte, NC
July 2 – Atlanta, GA
July 5 – New Orleans, LA
July 6 – Austin, TX
July 7 – Houston, TX
July 8 – Dallas, TX
July 9 – Oklahoma City, OK
July 11 – Memphis, TN
July 14 – Covington, KY
July 16 – Columbus, OH

Upon its launch in 2014, Housefires became known as the music group that changed the landscape of the worship genre forever. With immersive live recordings, intimate “house church” sessions, and more, the group re-invented the genre to be a more inclusive and vulnerable space.

On Housefires’ new record ‘How To Start A Housefire Part II’ (out today via Capitol CMG / TRIBL Records), the music collective invites listeners to join in and transports them “into a visceral and celestial experience” (Forbes).

In ‘How To Start A Housefire Part II,’ the collection brings together a community of people from all different backgrounds for one purpose: providing a safe space for those who need an outlet to be vulnerable.

Listeners will hear a mix of R&B, soul, pop, gospel, and contemporary worship music across the 14 captivating tracks that create a lively atmosphere filled with celebratory anthems, lush instrumentation, and earth-shattering choruses. The new record follows Housefires’ ‘How To Start A Housefire,’ which was released on January 20th.

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“We’ve all been through our own hells and journeys over the last several years,” says Housefires’ Blake Wiggins. “Now we are able to sing songs that look back and remind ourselves of what He’s done, how He’s gotten us through, and the ways He’s always been.

I’m excited that our testimonies and stories can meet up with the stories of everyone listening to this album, and together we can grow more in love with Jesus and the person He truly is.”

‘How To Start A Housefire Part II’ opens with the ‘90s R&B-infused “Can’t Nobody,” which is reminiscent of the Bee Gees’ “How Deep Is Your Love” and sets the tone for an album that uplifts, inspires, and offers comfort for those in dark places.

Today (Apr 21), Amanada Cook releases “There’s Nothing” alongside the announcement of SURVEY: Part 1, due next month (May 12). The music video for “There’s Nothing” can be viewed below.

Today, pop artists Matthew Parker and Xander Sallows release their new song “Ebb & Flow.”  The song is available on all digital service providers via DREAM Records.  Produced by Parker and co-written by both artists, the fresh pop sound is interwoven with lyrics that speak on not stressing about having it all together.

“When I got together with Xander to write this song, he said something like ‘I want to write a song called Ebb & Flow that’s about our relationship with God not always being at 100%.’ We’re not always perfect, and sometimes we feel closer to God and sometimes not as close, like the ebbing and flowing of the tide.

This song is saying that it’s okay to not be perfect–it’s okay that we’re living and learning and failing and growing. God has grace and he loves us. Everything is going to be okay even when we fall short, which is often. Don’t worry, we’ll get there! Just never give up hope and go with the ebb and the flow.“ – Matthew Parker

Matthew Parker & Xander Sallows Releases “Ebb & Flow”

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Acclaimed singer-songwriter Julie Elias is proud to announce the release of her latest album “The Dreamer” today. The album, which features 16 tracks, follows the success of the title cut, “The Dreamer,” which was released to Christian radio on April 4, 2023, and debuted at #1 on the Christian Radio Chart weekly.

Elias’ new album is a culmination of her passion for music and her unwavering faith. It features 16 uplifting and inspirational tracks, including “Free,” “Stampede,” “Truth,” “The Dreamer,” “You Make Me Brave,” “HeartSong,” “Radiant Love,” “Goodness of God,” “Mistakes,” “You Have to Be There,” “River Runs Dry,” “Mojave,” “Phoenix,” “Won’t Hold Back,” “Swan Song,” and “The Prayer” (featuring John Owen-Jones).

“The Dreamer” is a collection of songs that encourages listeners to pursue their dreams and trust in God’s plan for their lives. Elias’ soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics are sure to inspire and uplift audiences of all ages.

“I am beyond thrilled to release ‘The Dreamer’ to the world,” Elias said. “This album is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to my craft. I am so grateful for the opportunity to share these songs with my fans and I hope that they will find as much inspiration and joy in them as I did in creating them.”

“The Dreamer” is now available for purchase and streaming on all major music platforms. Fans can also catch Elias on her upcoming tour, which kicks off on May 1, 2023.

The Dreamer – Julie Elias

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