RNU Records has just announced the release of a new collaborative-styled gospel music group called, “Cultivated Collective”. This group of five individual chart-topping singers have come together to formulate one super group bound to make a lasting impact on the gospel music industry. Their debut album entitled, “The Introduction”, offers a variety of worship music styles sure to be the anthems in churches around the world this season.

Members include Josh Copeland (Sundays Best Season 9 runner up),  David Bratton (writer of “Every Praise” by Hezekiah Walker), Shontelle Norman-Beatty (#1 Billboard for “Jesus Will Fix It” / sister of the late Shea Norman), Lamont Sanders (#1 Billboard for “He Kept Me”), and Anisa Fowler (#2 Billboard for “Covered”).  “The Introduction” is truly an incredible manifestation of what it looks like for artists to come together and work collaboratively rather than competitively.

When asked about the idea behind the collaborative concept producer, songwriter RNU Records & Management CEO Josh Arnoux says,

“I really want to get a message across to the gospel music community, and not just from the independent side. I really want them to see that we’re stronger together than doing things separately. So, if you come together as a collective, everyone is marching in the same direction. That’s how we got to a collective.”

He continues, “They’re all established from the independent side, but bringing them together is like the Avengers of independent gospel music.”

The members of Cultivated Collective:

New Collaborative Group “Cultivated Collective” To Release Debut Album October 31

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Joshua “Josh” Copeland is a powerhouse in gospel music, known for his dynamic voice and spiritual performances. A standout from BET’s Sunday Best Season 9, Josh hails from Salisbury, MD, and began singing at just nine years old. Over the years, he’s shared the stage with gospel legends like Pastor John P. Kee, Karen Clark-Sheard, and Tye Tribbett, and appeared on platforms like BET’s Joyful Noise and The Word Network.

Dave Bratton first made waves in the gospel world writing for Timothy Wright, Vickie Winans and other various gospel artists and then penned an unforgettable song for Hezekiah Walker, culminating in a Grammy Nomination. The world took note of his exceptional talent, and the accolades continued to pour in. A coveted Dove Award graced his trophy case, earned for the hit single, “Every Praise,” which resonated deeply with listeners and affirmed his status as a gospel music luminary.

Lamont Sanders is an inspirational recording artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who celebrates his faith in God on his latest single entitled “If I Only Knew”. This record is gaining momentum, following the success of his #1 Billboard top-charting single, “He Kept Me”, a single featured on his EP He’s A Keeper. “He Kept Me” debuted at #1 on the official Billboard Gospel National radio charts, catapulting his success as a leader and trendsetter in gospel. With his rise to success, Lamont performed at the 37th Annual Stellar Awards as an emerging artist.

For Anisa Fowler, 2025 has been a breakthrough year. She was requested by a prominent Nigerian Artist, Enny Julius, to collaborate on two singles: “Thy Kingdom Come” which was released on June 19, 2025 and “Good, Good God” which is set to release before the year is out. She has since been able to release her first single from the 2022 live recording, “Nobody” on July 24, 2025. It is doing phenomenally well in the African market and being picked up on several curated and editorial streaming playlists, including BoomPlay, AudioMack, Spotify and YouTube to name a few.

The gospel songbird Shontelle Norman-Beatty launched her solo journey on DARE Records in 2020 with a new arrangement of “Jesus Will Fix It (Trouble in My Way,”) a funky, Memphis-styled testament to enduring faith that gospel fans will recognize. She is also featured on the 2020 EP DARE Records Presents Countdown To Christmas, with a recording of the time-honored holiday classic “The Christmas Song.” With her heady mix of sass and class, sugar and spice, Shontelle is a welcome addition to the family of Gospel music stars.

In a world increasingly defined by unrest, division, and moral confusion, singer-songwriter Eddy Mann returns with a timely reminder that peace begins not in politics or power, but in prayer. His latest single, “It’s Time, Lord,” released on October 6, 2025, is a heartfelt cry to heaven — a humble yet urgent plea for God’s intervention in a weary world.

Drawing inspiration from Psalm 7, Mann crafts a song that feels like both a lament and a confession. The psalm speaks of God’s righteousness and His justice against wickedness, yet also the hope that comes from His steadfast love. Mann captures that duality perfectly. Through a simple ukulele-led melody, he creates a musical space where listeners can rest, reflect, and reconnect with their faith. There’s no flash here, no wall of sound — just a quiet reverence that feels deeply personal and profoundly needed.

“It’s time, Lord, it’s time / It’s time to an end to the violence,” he sings, and you can feel the weight of those words. They are not just lyrics — they are intercession. Mann gives voice to what many believers feel but struggle to articulate: the exhaustion of witnessing human cruelty, the helplessness of watching nations unravel, and the conviction that only divine mercy can restore what’s been lost. It’s a modern psalm for a broken generation.

The structure of the song reinforces its message of persistence in prayer. Repetition becomes meditation. Each refrain — “Hear our humble prayer,” “Shield our weary hearts” — becomes both a personal cry and a communal act of worship. Mann doesn’t just sing to God; he invites us to join him, to stand together in spiritual solidarity. It’s worship through lament, and in that lament, hope is reborn.

The song’s simplicity is its greatest strength. The ukulele, an instrument often associated with joy and innocence, becomes here a conduit for peace — its gentle strumming like the heartbeat of a soul still choosing faith. Mann’s voice is tender yet assured, carrying both sorrow and serenity. He doesn’t perform the song as much as he inhabits it. You sense that he’s not singing about the world’s pain — he’s praying through it.

A Prayer for a Broken World: Eddy Mann’s ‘It’s Time, Lord’ Calls Hearts Back to God

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“It’s Time, Lord” is not about despair; it’s about deliverance. It’s about the faithful recognition that humanity has run out of answers and must once again turn to the One who holds the solution. Mann reminds us that revival starts in the heart — in the quiet spaces where confession meets compassion, and melody becomes ministry.

In an era when so much “inspirational” music feels overly produced or emotionally sanitized, Eddy Mann’s latest offering feels refreshingly authentic. It’s unvarnished faith — real, raw, and redemptive. Listening to “It’s Time, Lord” is less like consuming a piece of music and more like kneeling in prayer beside a friend who refuses to stop believing in goodness.

And perhaps that’s exactly what the world needs right now — not another song to sing along to, but a prayer to live by.

–Christian Beck

Celebrating its 150^th anniversary this year, Christian publisher and music company Cook Media Global announced today the acquisition of Fair Trade Services, the leading independent record label in the faith-based market. The acquisition—which includes all of Fair Trade’s music recordings, song publishing, workforce and catalog—continues to establish Cook Media Global as a leading provider of music and resources for the global Church.

Cook Media Global has a proven history of acquiring and developing long-standing Christian companies, including Integrity Music in 2011, Standard Publishing in 2015, and Group Publishing in 2024. Fair Trade will become an independent subsidiary of Cook Media Global on October 31, 2025.

Fair Trade, which has been in business for more than 25 years, represents some of today’s top artists and worship leaders, including Phil Wickham, MercyMe, CeCe Winans, Micah Tyler, Colton Dixon and more. Established in 1999 as INO Records by founder and CEO Jeff Moseley, Fair Trade has a diverse roster with multiple Grammy and Dove Award-winning artists, gold-certified and platinum-certified songs and albums, and numerous No. 1 radio hits.

“I am beyond excited for this new chapter in the lives of our artists and employees,” said Moseley. “Cook Media Global, under the leadership of Bill Reeves in particular, shares the same heartbeat as Fair Trade and I can’t imagine a better place to lay the foundations for the future.”

“Cultural and theological alignment are absolutely essential for a successful acquisition,” said Cook Media Global CEO, Bill Reeves. “Fair Trade shares our passion and commitment to making Jesus known through media—whether it be music specifically, or other formats. Fair Trade’s success speaks to the talent, diligence and creativity of their artists and teams, and we are eager to have them join the Cook Media Global family so together we can reach even more people with the gospel.”

Fair Trade will continue to work out of Brentwood, Tenn., in its current office space, for which Cook Media Global has signed a long-term lease.

“Fair Trade will continue to operate the way we always have; with a flexible and nimble mindset,” said Moseley. “With Cook Media Global committed to investing in the future growth of Fair Trade, I have the utmost confidence that this move will greatly benefit our artists and staff and will increase our impact and opportunities to share meaningful music with people around the world.”

“We are excited to welcome Jeff and his leadership team of Darren Elrod and James Rueger, along with the entire Fair Trade staff,” said Reeves. “Their reputation for serving and supporting artists and management teams is among the best in the industry.”

Fair Trade complements the work and impact of Cook Media Global’s existing ministries, including Group Publishing—whose leading vacation Bible school programs shepherd the younger generations; David C Cook—whose discipleship resources are distributed in more than 100 languages worldwide and include popular titles and curriculums like The Action Bible, The ChosenBible study series, and Standard Lesson Commentary, as well as books by best-selling authors like J. Warner Wallace and Francis Chan; and Integrity Music—with artists and worship leaders like Matt Redman, Israel Houghton, Paul Baloche, Alexander Pappas and more, who create songs that magnify the name of Jesus.

Blaine Barcus will remain president of Integrity Music and lead the label and song publishing divisions. Integrity Music and Fair Trade will operate as separate entities under Cook Media Global.

GRAMMY-nominated, multi-award-winning singer/songwriter Joseph Habedank has been added to the star-studded lineup for the annual Concert for Cumberland Heights, taking place at the historic Ryman Auditorium on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

Habedank joins hosts The Warren Brothers, along with previously announced performers Jeffrey Steele, Don Schlitz, Natalie Hemby and Brian White, for an unforgettable evening of “A Night of Stories and Songs at the Ryman.”

Their addition brings even more heart and star power to this beloved Nashville tradition, which unites music and mission to support those on the journey of recovery.

For Habedank, this performance carries special meaning. The GRAMMY-nominated, multi-award winning singer/songwriter has openly shared his battle with prescription drug addiction, a journey that ultimately led him to Cumberland Heights.

Habedank credits Cumberland Heights with playing a pivotal role in his recovery, giving him the tools and support to rebuild his life and return to music with a renewed purpose.

“Thirteen years ago, I was a Christian artist struggling with a pain killer addiction,” says Habedank. God used Cumberland Heights to save my life. It such an honor for me to give back to this amazing organization”

Today, he is an outspoken advocate for addiction recovery within the Christian community, using his platform to offer hope and help to others who may be facing similar struggles. His participation in this year’s concert is a powerful full-circle moment that embodies the heart of the event’s mission.

The Concert for Cumberland Heights began in 1996 to benefit the John Hiatt Fund for Adolescent and Young Adult Treatment. It is the longest running benefit concert at the Ryman Auditorium.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, this event has raised more than $3.8 million over the years to help teenagers and young adults struggling with addiction receive the specialized care and support they need. Approximately 2,400 people attend the concert each year, making it a powerful tradition that unites music and mission.

Break out artists Forrest Frank and Josiah Queen, with their new single “Jesus Is Coming Back Soon”, have just debuted atop the Billboard Christian Digital Song Sales at number 1. The song also premiered at number 6 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.

“Jesus Is Coming Back Soon” was released on October 3, 2025, via River House Records, 10K/Warner, and Capitol CMG, as a response to the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk.  The song has seen significant success in its first week of release, garnering millions of global streams. 

On the Recorded Music New Zealand Hot Singles chart, the song hit number 22, not only making Frank’s fifth single to enter the chart since launching his solo career, but also Queen’s first entry into a mainstream international chart.

Forrest Frank & Josiah Queen Lead Christian Digital Song Sales With “Jesus Is Coming Back Soon”

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In the US, the song marks Frank’s sixth Christian Digital Song Sales number 1 hit, as well as Queen’s first leader across any chart.  On the Christian Streaming Songs, it ranks at number 12.

Backstage at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards, Lecrae talked about the adrenaline rush of performing. He also reflected on hearing and seeing the impact of his music in the world.

The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards were handed out on October 7th, 2025 to a live audience at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards broadcast will re-air on Friday, October 17th, 2025 at 7:30pm and 10:00pm ET on TBN, the TBN+ app, and TBN YouTube.

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Backstage at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards, Leanna Crawford reflected on making special memories at her first Dove Awards with her performance and win. She also shared what it was like to experience the other performances of the night, and teased a new song coming in a few weeks.

The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards were handed out on October 7th, 2025 to a live audience at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards broadcast will re-air on Friday, October 17th, 2025 at 7:30pm and 10:00pm ET on TBN, the TBN+ app, and TBN YouTube.

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Backstage at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards, Tamela Mann reacted with gratitude to her 2025 Dove Award win. She also talked about the difficult life experiences which inspired the creation of the project.

The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards were handed out on October 7th, 2025 to a live audience at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards broadcast will re-air on Friday, October 17th, 2025 at 7:30pm and 10:00pm ET on TBN, the TBN+ app, and TBN YouTube.

Tamela Mann Reacts With Gratitude To 2025 Dove Award Win

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Gaither Music Group is proud to celebrate two wins at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards: Jordan Smith received Inspirational Album of the Year for The People’s Hymnal (producers: Tommy Sims and Colin Linden), and The Isaacs received Bluegrass/Country/Roots Album of the Year for Praise & Worship (More Than A) Hollow Hallelujah (producers: Ben Isaacs, The Isaacs). In addition, Sonya Isaacs Yeary served as a presenter during the show.

Beyond the wins, Gaither Music Group artists and releases were recognized across multiple categories: Chris Blue—who presented at the pre-telecast—was nominated for Southern Gospel Album of the Year for Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart (producers: Kevin Williams, Matthew Holt); the Gaither Vocal Band was nominated for Southern Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for “Love ’Em Where They Are” (writers: Benjamin Gaither, Tim Schoepf); The Isaacs earned a nomination for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year with “(More Than A) Hollow Hallelujah” (songwriters: Ben Isaacs, Lily Isaacs, Rebecca Isaacs Bowman, Sonya Isaacs Yeary); Joseph Habedank was nominated for Southern Gospel Album of the Year for I’m Free: Songs That Wrote My Story (producers: Kevin Williams & Matthew Holt); Mark Lowry was nominated for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Album of the Year for There Is Hope (producer: Ben Isaacs); and the Gaither Gospel Series’ Sweet Hymns of Fellowship (producer: Bill Gaither) was nominated for Christmas/Special Event Album of the Year.

On The People’s Hymnal, Jordan Smith revisits and reimagines formative songs from his life and faith, delivering a dynamic, gospel-rooted set. The project also inspired a live performance TV special filmed at Bill Gaither’s historic studios—an extension of the album’s intimate, testimony-driven spirit.

“The vision for this album was a gift from God, and it has been a joy to see so many people connect with these timeless hymns in a new way,” said Smith. “My heartfelt thanks goes out to the Gospel Music Association, the Gaither Music team, my Macklam Feldman Management family, and all of the fans that have allowed me to continue this dream of making music for the last ten years.”

The Isaacs’ Praise & Worship (More Than A) Hollow Hallelujah continues the family’s tradition of harmony-rich, roots-forward worship, reflecting the group’s deep connection to the church and the stage. Their song “(More Than A) Hollow Hallelujah” further underscores the collection’s stirring messages and musicianship, honoring both the legacy and ongoing creative momentum of the band, who are GMA Hall of Famers and Grand Ole Opry members.

“We are filled with awe and gratitude for this honor!” shared The Isaacs. “This album, More Than A Hollow Hallelujah, was born out of some of the most unknown yet trusting seasons of our lives. To see it connect with others and be recognized in this way is a reminder that God truly uses every valley for His glory. We recorded these timeless, beautiful songs to try to encourage others to praise their way through pain to peace. No matter what the storm, true worship always works miracles. We dedicate this to everyone who has ever sung a hallelujah through their tears.”

GMA Hall of Fame members the Gaither Vocal Band brought their hallmark blend of powerhouse vocals and heartfelt ministry to the telecast with their performance of “Love ’Em Where They Are,” featured on SHINE.

“The evening was a celebration of songs and stories that point people to hope,” said Paul Sizelove, President, Sun Label Group. “Our artists carry that mission with excellence. We’re grateful to the GMA and our peers for recognizing their work and to the fans who continue to champion this music.”

The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards were held October 7, 2025, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena and aired exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ App, with a re-broadcast planned for Friday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET.

Backstage at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards, The King Of Kings film team talked about the making of the project in animation and how the project is a testament to the greatest story ever told.

The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards were handed out on October 7th, 2025 to a live audience at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards broadcast will re-air on Friday, October 17th, 2025 at 7:30pm and 10:00pm ET on TBN, the TBN+ app, and TBN YouTube.

‘The King Of Kings’ Film Team Says Their Project Is A Testament To The Greatest Story Ever Told

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