former frontman of the four-time GRAMMY Award-winning band Third Day, Mac Powell, releases his debut solo Christian album, New Creation. This full-length project features 10 new songs, including the current radio single, “River Of Life,” which is a Top 10 and Top 25 song on the AC Indicator and National Audience charts this week. Click here to check out New Creation from Mac Powell (Capitol Christian Music Group).

This project was created after he took time following the Third Day farewell tour to tap into being an independent artist after decades of being a frontman of a band. Being part of such an iconic group in the CCM genre for so many years, Powell is excited to reconnect with radio and fans on the road with these new songs. He shares, “I believe this collection of songs have come from God, and I can’t wait to hear the stories of how they connect with and help people through the days we’re living in.”

New Creation is produced by Jonathan Smith, Hank Bentley, Jeff Pardo, Seth Mosely, Colby Wedgeworth, and Ed Cash. The album features song co-writers Ethan Hulse, Jonathan Smith, Jeff Pardo, Brenton Brown, Hank Bentley, Matt Maher, Seth Mosely, Benji Cowart, Casey Beathard, and Tommy Iceland.

Powell has been connecting with fans throughout the pandemic through various tours such as drive-in movie theater shows and now with his good friend Steven Curtis Chapman this fall. He will also be heading out this holiday season on the KLOVE Christmas Tour with Casting Crowns, CAIN, Dante Bowe and Jordan St. Cyr. Check out his website – www.macpowell.com for updated dates and ticket information.

Excited to share about this album and the music he is releasing, Powell has also been speaking with media outlets with upcoming features with American Songwriter, CBN News, Catholic Faith Network, and Sounds Like Nashville along with connecting with fellow Georgian podcaster Annie Downs on her hit “That Sounds Fun” podcast.

New Creation is available now to download or stream.

Latin Grammy and Dove award-winning singer/songwriter Christine D’Clario releases new music. The All That Remains album and accompanying Spanish language release Hasta Poder Ver are available now to download/stream.

“I just can’t contain my emotion and gratitude to God the great blessing to still have life and a voice to worship him another day,” D’Clario posted on social media.

She marked her album release day with the debut of the official visual for “Respirar Del Cielo (Respond From Heaven)” which can be seen below.

The Gray Havens announce the release of their new album, Blue Flower. What began as a simple read of CS Lewis’ autobiography, Surprised By Joy, morphed into inspiration for The Gray Havens’ new concept album, Blue Flower.

Blue Flower, the duo’s fifth studio release, explores a soul-deep place of mysterious, inconsolable longing. The engaging songs give this longing a name and usher the listener from a long winter to a bright summer. Blue Flower is fertile ground for wonder and joy and launches The Gray Havens’ rich song-craft to new heights.

The Gray Havens frontman, Dave Radford, steps into his first official producer role co-producing the Blue Flower album with Ben Shive. The results find the band exploring new sounds that stay anchored in their roots but reach out to serve the arc of the songs. Supported by an array of world-class players (Will Chapman of Colony House on drums and Nathan Dugger of Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors on guitar), each lending their own unique voices, the band is in its finest form.

“It’s been inspiring to watch The Gray Havens music evolve over the last few years and especially with this new album” shares manager Keith Stancil. “We expect Blue Flower to be a major milestone in The Gray Havens music career and a catalyst that exposes them to an even wider audience. Several of the songs from the album have already found homes with sync placements on MTV and in key mainstream and Christian streaming playlists.”

Earlier this year, The Gray Havens launched The Gray Havens Podcast to accompany the release with episodes dedicated to deep exploration of the inspiration and recording for each song.

The Gray Havens will be on tour with John Mark Mcmillan in November and will soon be announcing their official Spring 2002 Blue Flower tour.

Known for their unique blend of narrative-pop, The Gray Havens continue to expand their reach into multiple genres with thought provoking lyrical poetry and music. The duo has performed alongside such artists as The Oh Hellos, Josh Garrels, Ben Rector, John Marc McMillan and Drew Holcomb among others.

Tour Dates w/ John Mark McMillan
Nov 3 – Asheville, NC
Nov 4 – Charlotte, NC
Nov 5 – Knoxville, TN
Nov 6 – Columbus, OH
Nov 7 – Cleveland Heights, OH
Nov 8 – Kansas City, MO
Nov 10 – Dallas, TX
Nov 11 – San Antonio
Nov 12 – Waco, TX
Nov 13 – Houston, TX
Nov 15 – Birmingham, AL
Nov 16 – Jacksonville, FL
Nov 17 – Nashville, TN
Nov 18 – Atlanta, GA

Multi-platinum-selling recording artist Josh Turner releases his first-ever Christmas album, King Size Manger, available worldwide today – listen here. The holiday project features fresh interpretations of beloved classics and introduces four originals, three of which were written or co-written by Turner. Plus, Turner is joined by his wife Jennifer and his four sons who sing on the holiday classic, “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.” In support of the album, Turner will embark on his first Christmas tour, Holiday & The Hits, an 18-city tour where the album will come to life alongside Turner’s most notable hits. Tickets available here.

In addition to his first-ever Christmas tour, Turner will host and be the featured guest artist for the 2021 “Christmas at Belmont” performance, which will be filmed for national broadcast. Produced by Nashville Public Television (NPT), “Christmas at Belmont” will be taped live for the first time in the newly opened Fisher Center for the Performing Arts on the University’s campus. The invitation-only concert performance features nearly 650 student musicians and School of Music faculty and will be broadcast nationally for the 19^th consecutive year on PBS. This year’s show features an array of traditional carols, classical masterworks and seasonal favorites in addition to selections from Turner’s new Christmas album. “Christmas at Belmont” premieres Monday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. on NPT and PBS stations across the country, with encore broadcasts on NPT Christmas night (Saturday, Dec. 25) at 9:30 p.m. Check local listings for additional broadcast times. For more information, visit www.belmont.edu.

Turner arranged five of the 11 tracks on King Size Manger and its four original songs include the solo penned “Mele Kalikimaka My ‘Ohana” featuring world renowned ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro and Grammy-nominated Hawaiian trio Ho’okena. Turner also wrote “What He’s Given Me” with Pat McLaughlin, as well as the title track “King Size Manger” with Mark Narmore. Christmas music fans will find the beloved classics “Silent Night, Holy Night,” “Go Tell It On The Mountain,” as well as “Joy To The World” featuring Grammy Award winning bluegrass singer Rhonda Vincent. The album also includes the poignant Scooter Carusoe/Tom Douglas track “Soldier’s Gift,” which is the album’s lead single.

“I loved what the song says and musically, it’s laid back enough to where it grabs your attention where you really focus on the words,” says Turner about lead single “Soldier’s Gift”. “There are so many families and so many members of our military that could relate to this song. And it fit with all the other songs and added to the variety and subject matter on this record.”

Holiday & The Hits Tour Schedule:

11/18   Holland, MI – Holland Civic Center

11/19   Springfield, IL – University of Illinois PAC

11/20   Joliet, IL – Rialto Square Theatre

11/21   Rockford, IL – Coronado PAC

11/26   Panama City Beach, FL – Aaron Bessant Park

11/27   Memphis, TN – Soundstage at Graceland

11/28   Meridian, MS – MSU Riley Center

12/2     Prescott, AZ – Yavapai College PAC

12/3     Maricopa, AZ – Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino

12/4     Las Vegas, NV – The Venetian Theatre

12/9     Mt. Vernon, KY – Renfro Valley Entertainment Center

12/10   Riverside, IA – Riverside Casino

12/11   Prior Lake, MN – Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

12/16   Midland, MI – Midland Center For The Arts

12/17   Wisconsin Dells, WI – Crystal Grand Music Theatre

12/19   Royal Oak, MI – Royal Oak Music Theatre

12/20   Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium

12/21   Knoxville, TN – Knoxville Civic Auditorium

Tribl Records, the new premiere recording home for Christian and Gospel music artists, announces the release of the premiere South Asian Worship artist, Maryanne “MJ” George. Affectionally, known as MJ, she will release her debut solo album, Not Just Stories, on her birthday, Friday, October 8^th.

As a member of the multi-platinum selling, Maverick City Music, the album Not Just Stories features Maverick City Music members Dante Bowe, Aaron Moses and Naomi Raine. The EP, Not Just Stories is Maryanne “MJ” George’s very first EP release and the first solo release from a member of Maverick City Music. It captures the essence of MJ’s faith walk, featuring a collection of deep-felt worship, uplifting praise songs and extended/spontaneous worship. The opening track, “Journey” is an artistic emotional and transparent heartfelt song that was birthed out MJ’s initial fear of being a songwriter. Inspired by the story of Abraham and Isaac, “I’m Gonna Worship” with Dante Bowe, is a simple song of victorious praise.

The expecting mother-to-be shares, “This album is sacred – it’s my gift to the Lord. Every song holds a tangible expression of a moment I’ve had with the Lord. I took a chance and went full-time with songwriting and artistry a few years ago. It was difficult for me, but this album became one of remembrance and grounding.”

Native of Queens, NY, currently residing in St. Louis, Mo, MJ grew up in a musical family and Christian home where music was the center of many family gatherings. She started by singing covers on Instagram, which started the development of a faithful fan following. In 2018 while attending Bethel Worship School, MJ sang at a school showcase and became discovered by Bethel Worship label executives in the audience; this discovery led to an invite to attend the songwriters camp that birthed Maverick City Music.

“Within 5 minutes we had the bridge for the song, ‘Not Just Stories.’ I had a real encounter with God during the writing process and was so overwhelmed by the reality of heaven and the reality of Jesus. He is not just a story,” shares Dante Bowe.

Imagine trying to release your album three times and the day before the third release date you get a call from your lawyers! #Copyrightinfringement. The album cannot be released because of one song! One song, “Been About It,”ft Lecrae is the hold up!!!

A man of the people, Andy Mineo, took to Atlanta’s Beltline with his partner- in-rhyme, Lecrae, to find out what the people had to say about the “banned” video, and the legal concerns around this release. The song and video created to pay tribute to hip-hop’s icons had delayed the release of the entire album!

Before we release that video, let us take you through a few emotional moments from Andy! In order to release, Never Land II, by October 1st, he recorded a new version of “Been About It,” and a new video. With the new version and video for the song has filmed and recorded, he was given the thumbs to release! Until then stream the album here. Visuals to come!

New York native Andy Mineo, is a hip hop recording artist known for his reflective lyricism. His sophomore album, Uncomfortable, became the No. 1 Independent Record in the Country and delivered a No. 3 and No. 10 position on Billboard’s Hip Hop and Top 200 album charts, respectively. Mineo headlined The Uncomfortable Tour, a 52 city tour, which sold out at legendary venues across America and in Europe. He has appeared on Sirius XM’s Sway In The Morning, MTV, and his colossal hit, ‘You Can’t Stop Me,” won an ESPN Whammy Award for MLB’s “Top Walk Up” song. Andy is also a content creator. He scripts, directs, and produces many of his own music videos. He also created a 3-season web series on YouTube called “Saturday Morning Car-Tunez,” which garnered over 1 Million views and gave fans a glimpse into his creative process and personal life. Beyond the critical adulation, he is a born communicator with a comedic timing who has become a social media juggernaut with an audience of over 1.2 million and growing.

Newsboys, the venerable and undeniable supergroup, releases STAND today, Friday, October 1, amidst the lead off hit single “Magnetic” rise on radio charts and a full-scale return to touring across the United States.  STAND marks the latest in a long list of impactful and award-winning music Newsboys have released on a global scale.   Please tune in to Fox News’ “Fox and Friends,” October 2nd to see an exclusive performance to kick off the release.  To hear their latest full length release, click Here

“Time off the road and at home during the pandemic gave me the gift of uninterrupted time to spend in the studio,” lead singer Michael Tait shares. “I spent a year or so at home thinking about the kind of music I wanted to make, writing songs, and working in the studio on the project that eventually became STAND. I knew that we wanted to create a record that spoke to the season we were all walking through, and we did exactly that.”

Drummer of the band Duncan Phillips agrees, saying “Tait’s integral investment and intentionality in every part of the recording process made STAND that much more indicative of who we are as a band. Michael’s a great songwriter, and this record really allowed that to stand out.”

Since their early beginnings in Australia, Newsboys have propelled countless hits up the charts. With signature songs, including “We Believe,” “Born Again” and Platinum-certified mega hit “God’s Not Dead,” which birthed a film franchise of the same name, Newsboys have sold more than 10 million albums spanning 23 recordings. In addition, they’ve amassed one Double Platinum and eight gold certifications, 33 #1 radio hits, four GRAMMY® nominations, two American Music Award nods and multiple Dove Awards.

STEP INTO THE LIGHT TOUR DATES:

10/02/2021
San Bernardino, CA- God Loves You Tour with Franklin Graham

10/08/2021
McDonough, GA- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/09/2021
Meridian, MS- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/10/2021
Grand Prairie, TX- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/12/2021
Carmel, IN- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/14/2021
Woodbridge, VA- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/15/2021
Clarkson, MI- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/16/2021
Hudsonville, MI-2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/17/2021
Oak Creek, WI- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/21/2021
Tupelo, MS- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/22/2021
Monroe, LA- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/23/2021
Corpus Christi, TX- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/24/2021
Baton Rouge, LA- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/28/2021
Pittsburgh, PA- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/29/2021
Pikeville, KY- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

10/30/2021
Charlotte, NC- Step Into the Light Tour

10/31/2021
Baltimore, MD- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/4/2021
Jonesboro, AR- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/5/2021
Mobile, AL- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/6/2021
Florence, SC- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/7/2021
Richmond, KY- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/12/2021
Cape Girardeau, MO- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/13/2021
Independence, MO- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/18/2021
North Little Rock, AR- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/19/2021
College Station, TX- 2021 Step Into the Light Tour

11/20/2021
Longview, TX- 2021 Step into the Light Tour

TBA (To Be Announced) is a joint mixtape by international winning artist Paul Payne837 and EDM producer Dmstry. The mixtape title was inspired by the 4 years it took the duo to finally put in the work for a collaborative project. 

The mixtape is a crossover of many genres for Dmstry, who produced/mixed and mastered the entire project. Afro-pop, dancehall, cinematic hip-hop fusion and deep house are part of the genres that made it to TBA. The mixtape was being marketed with singles that were dropping every month from January to August with Paul Payne837 taking care of all the branding of art covers and visualizers. The mixtape features Dervin Cannon, Chrispin Mbewe,Molly,Habibah and Ugandan rapper/producer Waade.

TBA starts off with some hip-hop and cinematic fusion from the first song “we coming” with song number two “raw” wrapping it up with the fusion. “Give us” takes it to the afro-dancehall part of the tape with  “kontolo” being the last original version with the afro sound. The “kontolo” and “give us” remixes introduce the tape to a different sound/ market with an East African feature. “choolwe and penyani” wraps the tape up with a melodic trap feel where the duo shares their stories building up to TBA.

You can stream/download TBA on all digital platforms:

Award winning Recording Artist, Henrisoul, who recently had a successful concert tagged “Afrobeat Praise Party” in Arlington Texas, is out with a spanking new album titled “Flawless”.

The 11 track album is 100% Afrobeat vibes and will surely get you grooving from start to finish. The album features renowned artists including Faithchild, Limoblaze, obareengy and others. 

APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/album/flawless/1584431238

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/album/71YwPDKubJJIvsEJymlbK4?si=uLP368-dTLKC4C0m2EwmTQ&dl_branch=1

CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram & Twitter: @Henrisoul

MORE ABOUT HENRISOUL 
Popular Nigerian International Gospel Artist & A native of Abia State in Nigeria, Henry Ifeanyi Orji, formally known by his stage name Henrisoul is a renowned singer & songwriter,

Effectively infusing the Afrobeat to his genre of music, honouring his African roots, Henrisoul has a great passion to create music that edifies the soul which has caused him to become one of the leading gospel artists in the country and abroad.

Henrisoul has been nominated and has won several awards including being nominated for the BEFTTA awards UK as Best international Gospel artist; Nigerian Gospel Music Awards: Winner for Best Dance/Choreography in a Music video, Best Revelation 2013; Crystal Awards’ Best Urban and Inspirational Song.

Nashville, TN (September 24, 2021) – Today, GRAMMY^® winning artists Jonathan McReynolds and Mali Music released their highly anticipated collaboration album, Jonny x Mali: Live in LA in partnership between Mali’s imprint, K Approved Enterprises, RCA Inspiration, Jonathan’s Life Room Label and eOne Music. 

The EP, which was recorded live in Los Angeles, features six dynamic odes that showcase Jonathan’s and Mali’s individual voices and prowess as songwriters but meld their talents together in a glorious fashion. Among Jonny x Mali’s tracks is the uplifting hit, “Movin’ On,” which earned Jonathan and Mali a GRAMMY for Best Gospel Song / Performance at the 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards in March, 2021. Another highlight of Jonny x Mali is the super charged single, “Jump Ship”. The live performance video for “Jump Ship” premiered today in conjunction with the release of the album. 

In addition to the debut of the album, Jonathan and Mali will co-headline the Jonny x Mali Tour kicking off in Atlanta, GA on September 30th. The multi-city tour will make stops in Charlotte, NC, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, New Haven, CT, Washington, DC, Chicago, IL and Los Angeles, CA. 

Listen to Jonny x Mali: Live in LA: