On the heels of his highly-acclaimed self-titled album debut, Benjamin William Hastings announces today’s surprise release of a special 50-track version, aptly titled the Songwriter Edition, courtesy of Capitol CMG/Invorto.

“So you’re probably wondering what this is…how could it possibly have 50 tracks? Why should you care?” Hastings inquires. “Indulge me for a second with a little story. Last November I released 25 songs on a self-titled record Benjamin William Hastings. They were written across a great many years from a great many revelations with a great many people. And while hopefully the songs themselves tell you the stories they are supposed to, there are always stories behind the stories. There’s always more than meets the ear.”

He continues, “That being said, this Songwriter Edition is really not just for songwriters, is it? In short, definitely not, but as a songwriter, I’ve always had a fascination with the story behind the song – the mechanics of how it was made and the alchemy of how it all came together – so that’s why I called it that. If you feel excluded, you’re not, I promise, you’re very welcome here. A track will play and you’ll hear me, and occasionally some friends, explain how a song came about, and then the song itself will follow. It’s a bit like a podcast but please feel free to choose your own adventure. This is an album for the real ones and if you got this far, that’s you!!”

This special songwriter project is one that Hastings is excited to finally share with the listener, which allows him to dive deeper into his songs’ backstories while sharing more deeply about the array of topics he covers in his debut – doubt, authenticity, faith, worship, imposter syndrome, being a husband and father, and ultimately a human.

His album debut was released on November 4, 2022, offering honest self-expression and dynamic songwriting, threaded throughout with Hastings’ uncanny ability to communicate vulnerable and authentic personal truths. As he explains, “It’s 25 songs each showing a different side of myself.”

Benjamin William Hastings is a world-traveling worship leader and member of Hillsong UNITED. His writing and vocals are featured on Hillsong UNITED’s RIAA® Certified Gold single “So Will I (100 Billion X)” and Hillsong Worship’s widely acclaimed “Seasons,” and he penned Cory Asbury’s No. 1 single “The Father’s House,” UNITED’s “Captain,” the church anthem “O Praise The Name (Anástasis),” and Brandon Lake’s “Gratitude,” among many others. To date, his songs have been streamed globally more than 700 million times.

He will share many of his songs live when he joins Cody Carnes’ “God Is Good! Tour” throughout February followed by joining Brandon Lake’s Miracle Nights Tour in March and April. Additional tour plans will soon be announced so be sure to keep the most up-to-date HERE.

Benjamin William Hastings – Songwriter Edition

Three-time GMA Dove Award-winning worship leader, singer-songwriter, author and podcaster Christy Nockels releases her four-song Valor EP today (Jan. 20) on Keeper’s Branch Records with global distribution via The Fuel Music. Available now at digital and streaming outlets worldwide via https://christynockels.lnk.to/valorepPR, the EP precedes this acclaimed worship artist’s first new, full-length studio album in over five years that is set to release February 24, 2023 (title to be announced soon).

Produced by her husband Nathan Nockels (Passion, Matt Redman, Laura Story), the Valor EP’s opening title track encourages noticing the faithfulness of God throughout our lives and how hardships, pain and trials are not for nothing.

“As odd as it sounds, when I wrote this song, I saw visions of pioneers and trailblazers—much like the ones I had seen in the TV series 1883 that aired only months before I began songwriting for this project,” shares Christy. “Yes, we know that history repeats itself, and Ecclesiastes 1:9 tells us that ‘there’s nothing new under the sun,’ but you and I are still new to the scene. We are pioneers in a strange world that we ourselves have never had to navigate before! Are we brave enough to be awake, alert, sober and surrendered in these times? Do we know what the true fight even is?

“My hope is that this song takes people on a journey—and trust me, it’s a journey—and that they find themselves still standing in a perfect Strength, knowing full well that they don’t face this hour alone!” continues Christy.

Co-writing “Christ In Me,” the second track on the EP, with her husband, Christy says, “I love that these two songs ended up being paired together as a part of this special release! After all, the song ‘Valor’ says, ‘Jesus, your cross, your death, your resurrection life in me—you will always be my valor!’ It is the life of Christ in us that gives us the very strength to stand in every circumstance and trial. And even more, His life in us looks like longings being fulfilled, joy realized and hopes met. No, our surroundings and situations and seasons may not always reflect this, but ‘Christ In Me’ says right from the get-go, ‘Jesus, you’re the strength that carries through, so I don’t want to live a day without you.’

“There have been many beautiful songs written about us being ‘in Christ’,” adds Christy, “but few that I know of that sing of Christ being ‘in us.’ Both are true and worthy of song!”

Rounding out the EP are two songs first released last fall, including “Come Magnify,” which is a beautifully simple response of heartfelt praise, and “Home,” a song inspired by John 14:23.

Valor – Christy Nockels

Amanda Danziger and Filipe Michael will released part two of their Seasons EP, titled Seasons Instrumental today, January 20, 2023. The project which initially launched on November 4, 2022 was created to emulate cinematic soundscapes, which Danziger describes as devotional worship.

“Devotional worship is a place of listening and stillness,” explains Danziger. “Over the years I have written every song I’ve done with my co-writer Filipe Michael, so I wanted to show that we are a team with our latest project Seasons. Filipe is the sole-composer of this project, while I have written the lyrics and melodies. Seasons Instrumental is going to give the listener a completely different experience — you’ll be able to hear all the nuances and creativity my co-writer put into composing Seasons. I hope listeners go into a quiet place for this experience when it releases.”

Seasons Instrumental – Amanda Danziger & Filipe Michael

Fayetteville, NC —  Compatibility is a state in which two things can exist or occur together without problems or conflict.  Psalm 133:1 guides us from A Song of Ascents of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is For brothers to dwell together in unity!

Husband and wife duo David and Tiffany Spencer are a loving example of compatibility.  They share their life in unity and offer that example through their new album COMPATIBLE.

 COMPATIBLE is an energetic musical experience with an eclectic range of styles.  David and Tiffany harmoniously flow with urban contemporary songs and effortlessly coalesce in high-praise churchy moments that elevate the spirit.  Their musical message of love and unanimity inspires kinship and reconciliation.  Their relationship with each other further exemplifies their life and relationship with Christ. 

COMPATIBLE features the current radio single “It’s Already Done,” a traditional roots Gospel favorite and their top 10 BDS Gospel Internet Radio hit single “We Are One.”  

“This work blends genres and showcases our versatility as a duet and couple,” says David Spencer.  “The album includes our hit singles and Only You, produced by Phillip Bryant (JJ Hairston, Crystal Aiken, Dr. Leonard Scott).  Only You is also featured in Crossover, a dramatic movie on Tubi TV.”

COMPATIBLE is distributed by IndieBlue Music and is available now on all digital music outlets.  

David and Tiffany are among the few couples in Gospel music who consistently deliver professional musical releases and continue to grow their brand and ministry. They are the rising Gospel duet doing music and life together.  Tiffany is a music teacher, and David was recently appointed to the Robeson County Arts Council Board of Directors in Lumberton, NC.  Additionally, they are cultivating their children’s love for music and arts.  Their three children, Daveah (age 9), David Jr. (age 7), and Amiyah (age 5), are The Spencer Trio, who recently released their debut single “I Can Worship.”

David and Tiffany Spencer

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Stephanie Staples announces Love Broke Through, a new album available worldwide on Friday, January 20, 2023.

Singer/songwriter Stephanie Staples’ songs have stirred hearts and lifted weary souls across the world for over twenty years, and her eighth album is her most mature and polished album to date.

Produced by Jeremy Casella and recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, Love Broke Through is Staples’ most collaborative album yet, combining Staples’ soaring vocals, soothing melodies, and contemplative lyrics with a star-studded cast of award-winning musicians and artists, including Phil Keaggy, Nathan Dugger, Dave Cleveland, Blair Masters, Paul Eckberg, Ken Lewis, Matt Pierson, Byron House, Matthew Nelson, and Avery Bright.

Love Broke Through combines Staples’ original songwriting with fresh takes on a few classics.

The album will be formally released at an event on January 21st at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Brentwood, Tennessee. Staples, who toured in the UK in 2022 after several years off the road, is available for booking.

Love Broke Through – Stephanie Staples

Worship music Collective, Glorious Choir of the Foursquare Gospel Church (Magodo District HQ) has released their debut project “In His Presence” – available today on digital platforms. The 8-track album boasts a collection of powerful praise and worship songs with a guest appearance from contemporary gospel singer, Ethan Otedola.

Led by Olusola Banjo, Glorious Choir is an immensely gifted collective and worship team of Foursquare Gospel Church Magodo (Phase 2). Their new project “In His Presence” is highlighted by anthems such as “Oghene Doh” and “You Alone Deserve My Praise” which are already impacting the lives of many across the country.

“In His Presence” was produced by Daramagic. The album is now available to download/stream on your favorite digital platforms, including Apple Music, Boomplay Music, Spotify, and Others.

In His Presence – Glorious Choir

Anointed songwriter, singer and crusader Preye Orok releases “Rhythm of My heart” EP.

Introducing the EP with the release of Holy of Holies earlier in December 2022, the much awaited body of work is now live on all streaming platforms. 

The EP features Yeshua Music of Yeshua World Impact Ministry,  Isabella Melodies, Tee Worship and Elisha Amana.

Rhythm of my heart is a body of work that is birthed to express hunger and yearning for all of God, making Melody to the Lord and building an intimate relationship with the Father. 

According to Preye Orok “ this is a sound from my heart to my Father ” as its tagged expressing an unreserved gratitude to God.

Rhythm of My Heart – Preye Orok

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The debut HolyName album is out now! HolyName is Tommy Green (Sleeping Giant) and Joe Holt and features guest vocals from Brook Reeves of Impending Doom, Eric Gregson of xDeathstarx, Joe Advent, Danon Saylor of Nothing Left, Ryan Clark of Demon Hunter, and Mike Felker of Convictions.

The search into the origin of his faith opened the door for Tommy to fall in love with Orthodoxy, using the songs and the sounds of HolyName to try to keep his faith alive when he felt like it was dying.

The Holy Orthodox church and the historical origin of Christianity became very important to Tommy personally. He found beauty in a hidden treasure that he didn’t fully understand, and now Orthodox imagery is extremely influential to HolyName’s work.

The dynamic, multicultural youth ministry of Planetshakers Church, planetboom, releases Youth Group Foyer Vibes, Vol. 2 today (Jan. 13) to digital and streaming outlets globally from Venture3Media (V3M) via https://planetboom.streamlink.to/youthgroupvol2. The new album follows Youth Group Foyer Vibes, Vol. 1 and is intended as a resource for youth groups globally, as well as for individual listeners.

Produced by creative director Josh Ham and arranged by Ham, Joth Hunt, Andy Harrison, Sam Evans and Noah Walker, Youth Group Foyer Vibes, Vol. 2 is designed to carry the energy and excitement of pre-church-service anticipation with a relatable sound while setting an atmosphere of spiritual breakthrough and expectation. The album features “That’s Us,” “I Am Found,” “I’m Free, I’m Fearless” and eight more remixes of songs from planetboom’s acclaimed You, Me, The Church, That’s Us album. It also includes a remix of the band’s “Praise On Praise” plus remixes of Planetshakers’ “Revival’s Here” and “Beauty For Ashes.”

Along with the new music, planetboom will lead thousands attending “For Such A Time As This” planetboom Conferences this month in Melbourne, Townsville and Brisbane, Australia. Session details, registration and more about this conference can be found at https://www.planetshakers.com/conference/.

River Valley AGES shares new music with their EP titled An EP of Some Songs U Can Read Ur Bible + Journal To. The full tracklist can be found below.

River Valley AGES is based out of River Valley Church, an inspirational and vibrant church and also the home to River Valley Worship. The church is making a global impact with more than 10,000 weekly attendees at campuses spread across the greater Minneapolis, MN area as well as an international campus in Eswatini, Africa.During the process of creating their twelve-song debut, they were many intentions, such as to use their songs to reach those who do not have a relationship with Jesus, or, those who have negative perceptions of what a relationship with Jesus is. It is their hope to show that a relationship with Jesus is fun, freeing, full of life, and intentional.

River Valley AGES