Sanctus Real recently celebrated their RIAA-certified Gold single “My God Is Still The Same.”

In an Instagram post, the band said, What an honor to write and record songs that touch millions of people! We still can’t believe My God Is Still the Same was certified GOLD earlier this summer!! That’s over 75 million streams in the U.S. alone!

Some days we question why God allows us to be here after all these years – even on days like today. A few weeks ago we played a concert close to home and I was shocked when we asked the crowd of over a thousand people if anyone had seen us before… it seemed like the entire room raised their hands! The stories from people that have been listening to Sanctus Real for decades… I seriously can’t wrap my head around it.

As we approach 30 years in 2026 we can’t wait to see what God does next. We are sincerely grateful and humbled by each and every one of you who listen and share these songs. 

The world’s most iconic recording artists who helped shape modern worship along with today’s leading and emerging voices in worship music, 25 artists in all, are featured in a one-of-a-kind House of Worship event set to stream Feb. 1, 2026 in partnership with The Fuel Music and in:ciite® Events.

House of Worship, executive produced by four-time GRAMMY and 45-time Dove Awards-winner Michael W. Smith and Dove Award-winning, RIAA Gold-selling Australian worship pioneer Darlene Zschech, was recorded and filmed in-the-round at World Wide Stages (Spring Hill, TN) with all 25 artists together in the same room. Featuring heartfelt duets of timeless, chart-topping worship songs, this event offers a fresh and inspiring expression that bridges generations and celebrates the enduring power of worship music.

The streaming event will also feature cinematic storytelling and intimate interviews with the artists as House of Worship explores the origins and impact of these songs, revealing how they have shaped the hearts of worship leaders, songwriters and congregations across generations and nations.

Artists featured during the stream and on the groundbreaking, Billboard-featured House of Worship album that is slated to be released in January 2026 include Brenton Brown, Brian and Jenn Johnson, Brian Doerksen, CeCe Winans, Charity Gayle, Chris Brown (Elevation Worship), Chris McClarney, Christy Nockels, Cody Carnes, Darlene Zschech, Ed Cash (We The Kingdom), Hillary Scott, Israel Houghton, Josh Baldwin, Kari Jobe, Leeland Mooring, Martin Smith, Matt Redman, Michael W. Smith, Mitch Wong, Naomi Raine, Pat Barrett, Paul Baloche and Tim Hughes. Together, these artists have received 48 GRAMMY Awards (138 nominations) and 176 Dove Awards.

“I know that this night will be a great blessing to your community of faith as together we gather around the name of Jesus,” says Zschech. “I pray that you will join us.”

“World Vision is thrilled to sponsor this once-in-a-lifetime project that will both unite and bless churchgoers around the world,” says Edgar Sandoval Sr., President / CEO of World Vision. “We have partnered with Christian music artists for more than 30 years to bring more help to vulnerable children in Jesus’ name. This year – our 75th anniversary – we are honored to be a part of this amazing worship movement.”

The House of Worship lead single and video that released last month, “Shout To The Lord – Live,” is a duet of this global worship anthem by original writer Zschech and 17-time GRAMMY Award-winning gospel icon CeCe Winans.

With more duets to be revealed in the coming months, the House of Worship album produced by Paul Mabury and John Hartley features Michael W. Smith on piano; twice GRAMMY-winning Mabury on drums; three-time GRAMMY and Dove Award-winning Dwan Hill on organ; Stu Garrard on guitar; David Curran on bass; and more stellar musicians.

Ori Music Group proudly presents the House of Worship project, a bold testament to its commitment to creating, funding and creatively directing impactful content that inspires, uplifts and fosters hope, guiding people across the globe toward intimacy with God.

The concept, ideation and creative content for House of Worship comes from industry veterans and co-executive producers Danny McGuffey, Steve Nicolle and John Hartley.

The Country Music Association has announced nominees for “The 59th Annual CMA Awards.” This week’s announcement officially kicks off CMA Awards season, spotlighting the industry professionals, recording artists, songwriters, producers, musicians, and more whose achievements have shaped the genre over the past year. “The 59^th Annual CMA Awards” are voted on by the 7,132 voting-eligible CMA Professional members, which represent every corner of the Country Music landscape, including industry professionals, recording artists, songwriters, producers, musicians and more.

Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll’s record-setting genre-spanning “Hard Fought Hallelujah” duet has been nominated for “Musical Event of the Year.” This marks Brandon Lake’s first-ever CMA Award nomination. Lake responded, “What the heck?!! What an honor! So thankful to Jelly Roll for carrying this song with me. Thank you Country Music for recognizing what’s happening with this song and collaboration. And to God be all the glory!”

“Hard Fought Hallelujah” was certified Platinum this summer, marking 1 million streams/sales. Brandon Lake’s “Hard Fought Hallelujah” ft. Jelly Roll has had incredible success, with appearances on ‘American Idol,’ ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’, and the Grand Ole Opry.

The 59th Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 8 to 11 p.m. ET on ABC, and will stream the following day on Hulu. 

Last night, nine-time Grammy nominee and five-time GMA Dove Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Natalie Grant announces her new album Christmas and signing to Capitol CMG, marking an exciting new chapter in her celebrated career.

Nearly 20 years after her beloved Christmas debut Believe, the acclaimed artist, author, and philanthropist returns with a collection that intertwines timeless tradition, personal storytelling, and her unmistakable powerhouse vocals.

Recorded alongside her husband and longtime collaborator, Grammy Award-winning composer and producer Bernie Herms, Christmas brings new light to beloved classics. From the gospel-soaked swell of “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” to the Ella Fitzgerald-inspired swing of “Jingle Bells,” Natalie Grant breathes fresh life into familiar favorites.

The album also introduces two originals: the sweeping, six-minute ballad “God’s Gift” and the playful “Christmas Looks Good on You,” inspired by family traditions in the Grant-Herms household.

At its core, Christmas celebrates the themes of faith, family, and togetherness that have defined Grant’s decades-long career.

Natalie Grant about the release says, “It’s been 20 years since my last Christmas album, and making another one has been a dream in my heart for so long. Christmas is my favorite time of year, and I set out to create something timeless – full of nostalgia, warmth, and a few new songs that could stand beside the classics.

I’m beyond excited to be partnering with Capitol CMG for the first time. Their passion and vision for this project made them the perfect home and the timing couldn’t be better. This is a partnership that just makes sense on so many levels, and I’m truly excited about what the future holds together.”

Brad O’Donnell,Co President at Capitol shares “”We are beyond thrilled to welcome Natalie to the Capitol Christian Music Group family. We’ve been fans for a long time and it’s an honor to partner with her on this project—especially as she marks 20 years since her first holiday release. “’Christmas’” is a classic and timeless collection of holiday songs that will resonate with fans of all genres and generations.”

To celebrate the release, Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey will embark on the 10th annual Celebrate Christmas Tour beginning December 4, spreading Christmas cheer to 11 cities across Tennessee, Florida, Virginia, D.C., and beyond. Find list of dates

Natalie Grant’s most recent project “Seasons” debuted at #1 on the Christian Billboard charts and featured a long list of cross-genre collaborations including Mary Mary, CeCe Winans, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Jonathan McReynolds and more. The latest single “Step By Step” (a Whitney Houston cover) featuring Dolly Parton went Top 10 at Mainstream AC Radio.

In addition to garnering nearly one billion streams and multiple number #1 albums and singles on the Billboard Charts, Natalie Grant is also a respected author of 11 books, including the Glimmer Girls series for tween girls.

As an active philanthropist, she is the co-founder of Hope for Justice, a non-profit organization that fights against human trafficking through programs in the United States and globally that help more than 150,000 adults and children each year. A Seattle native, Grant resides in Nashville, TN with her husband, Grammy Award winning songwriter, producer and composer, Bernie Herms, and their 3 children, Gracie, Bella and Sadie.

12/4 – Tampa, FL
12/5 – Lakeland, FL
12/6 – Brooksville, FL
12/11 – Bowling Green, KY
12/12 – Greeneville, TN
12/13 – Nashville, TN
12/14 – Springfield, MO (Nixa, MO)
12/18 – Augusta, GA (Aiken, SC)
12/19 – Richmond, VA
12/20 – Baltimore, MD
12/21 – Washington, D.C.

This December, two-time GRAMMY Award Winner and multi-platinum selling artist Lauren Daigle brings back her wildly popular “The Behold Christmas Tour” in select cities. The annual tradition dates back 9 years and features some of Daigle’s seasonal favorites from her best-selling Christmas album, Behold: A Christmas Collection.

This year, she will host four performances in an intimate theater setting – one at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, one at The Midland Theatre in Kansas City, one at Thunder Valley Casino, and a final show at Los Angeles’ iconic Orpheum Theatre. Presale for the shows kicks off September 9^th for Krewe Pass members with public on-sale opening Friday, September 12^th at 10 am local. 

The Behold Christmas Tour 2025:

• December 4 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
• December 9 – Kansas City, MO – The Midland Theatre
• December 12 – Lincoln, CA – Thunder Valley Casino
• December 13 – Los Angeles, CA – The Orpheum Theatre

Earlier this summer, Lauren Daigle released a brand-new song from the vault, “Let It Be a Hallelujah.” The song marks a snapshot in time between her groundbreaking debut album, How Can It Be (2015), and her breakthrough smash, Look Up Child, and shares a passionate message of living a life that matters.

Since the release of her critically acclaimed debut album How Can It Be in 2015, Lauren Daigle has become a household name renowned for her moving vocals and relatable lyrics garnering over one billion streams and selling out US and international tours.

Lauren Daigle has won two Grammy awards, seven Billboard Music Awards, four American Music Awards, and twelve GMA Dove Music Awards but through it all she has remained steadfast in her faith and passion for sharing messages of hope and positivity with all those who cross her path.

Ministry Brands, the leading provider of church software and online giving solutions, today announced their upcoming Season to Shine Healthy Church Summit, a free online event on September 17 featuring worship leadership workshops, exclusive musical performances, and practical training from trusted ministry and technology experts.

Designed for pastors and ministry teams, the summit will equip attendees to plan more meaningful holiday services, enrich worship and creative elements, and streamline operations into the new year.

“The Healthy Church Summit is a community-first, faith-driven event designed to give all levels of ministry staff a space to recharge, learn, and connect with one another,” said Brandon Sharrett, Chief Revenue Officer at Ministry Brands. “Our customer experience and channel partnerships teams have poured countless hours into creating something that we hope is not only educational, but inspiring and genuinely enjoyable.

We’re excited to offer a gathering that encourages church leaders in their mission while equipping them with practical, actionable next steps they can put into practice right away.”

Programming Highlights

The summit will feature breakout workshops and discussions led by respected ministry voices and church operations experts, including Ben Stapley, an executive pastor and church consultant, and Mark MacDonald, a church brand strategist. Further, a selection of Ministry Brands’ leading technology partners will also be in attendance and leading breakout sessions:

• AvidXchange: Simplifying accounts payable with secure, automated payment systems integrated with Ministry Brands’ suite of digital and financial platforms.
• WavMaker: Providing churches with royalty-free, professionally curated music to elevate storytelling, livestreams, and creative projects.
• eSPACE by Smart Church Solutions: Equipping churches to steward facilities with event scheduling, maintenance management, and energy savings tools.

Session topics will include planning memorable Christmas services, streamlining holiday communications, preparing facilities for increased attendance, and strengthening church finances and operations. In addition, attendees will hear from influencers and practitioners who will share creative ideas for rallying volunteers, energizing worship teams, and telling more compelling stories through music and media.

Exclusive Musical Performances

Alongside the educational content, the summit will showcase exclusive, in-studio performances from viral and award-winning Christian artists Anthem Lights, Jacquelyn George, and Caleb & Kelsey. Sponsored by WavMaker, each artist will debut original arrangements of beloved worship and Christmas songs, professionally produced to create a unique worship experience for the summit audiences. These recordings will later become available to churches as licensed, copyright-free versions.

“Any great organization, whether that’s a technology company, faith-based worship center, or nonprofit, is built on strong partners and community,” said Sharrett. ”By gathering ministry leaders, trusted tech partners, and inspiring artists, the summit creates a space where leaders can learn from one another and leave ready to serve with renewed energy.”

Full Event Details

The Season to Shine Healthy Church Summit will take place online on Tuesday, September 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT. The free, two-hour event is open to pastors, worship leaders, church staff, volunteers, and anyone involved in ministry operations or creative planning.

Following a record-breaking year with two back-to-back sold-out tours, breakout artist Josiah Queen is set to embark on his most ambitious tour to date, The Mt. Zion Tour. Kicking off this Spring, the 31-city run across the U.S. and Canada comes on the heels of Josiah Queen’s brand-new album, Mt. Zion, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart, marking his second career No. 1.

With his album release show in Nashville at the Ryman Auditorium already sold out and a second show at Tampa’s Yuengling Center closing in on a sellout, Josiah Queen’s rapid rise shows no sign of slowing.

Known for blending heartfelt storytelling with powerful worship, Queen’s music has resonated deeply with audiences around the world. The Mt. Zion Tour promises to be a transformative experience, combining high-energy worship anthems with intimate, soul-stirring moments designed to inspire, uplift, and unite believers in every city.

Joining Queen on the road are special guests Jervis Campbell and Gable Price, adding even more depth and energy to this highly-anticipated run.

“I’m so excited to be hitting the road this Spring on The Mt. Zion Tour with my good friends Jervis Campbell and Gable Price,” said Queen. “We’re going to 31 cities across the country and I can’t wait to play songs from my new album, Mt. Zion, live. These nights are going to be so special and I can’t wait to see everyone on the road.”

Kingdom Impact Group, LLC, the Christ-centered PR and media firm founded earlier this year by industry leader Mike Laxton, today announced the launch of Kingdom Impact Publishing, its new publishing administration arm. This marks a significant step in the company’s mission to “Impacting Culture Through Kingdom Excellence” by expanding services to better equip artists with the resources and support needed to share their message with the world.

To celebrate this milestone, Kingdom Impact Publishing has signed its first artist: DJ Noble, a Christian hip-hop artist and media host from Kansas City. Under this agreement, DJ Noble will receive publishing administration, PR and publicity services, and national radio promotion through Kingdom Impact Group.

“Adding publishing administration was always part of the long-term vision for Kingdom Impact Group,” says founder Mike Laxton. “We’re building a holistic support system where faith-driven creatives don’t just get promoted but are also protected and positioned for lasting impact. Signing DJ Noble is a perfect example of that vision in action—he embodies grit, authenticity, and a heart to advance the Kingdom through hip-hop culture.”

Raised in Leavenworth, Kansas, DJ Noble (Noel Schneeberger) fell in love with hip-hop in his youth, a passion later refined by his surrender to Christ in 2000. In 2003, he launched Urban 1:1 on CurrentFM in Virginia Beach, hosting the groundbreaking Christian hip-hop show for 13 years. Noble built deep ties with local and national artists, supporting the growth of Christian hip-hop culture across the country.

Today, Noble continues that mission through his podcast Off The Grid…with DJ Noble, a platform blending music, faith, and culture. As an artist, he delivers gritty lyricism and hope-filled truth, living out his motto: “Blazin’ a trail (for the culture).” His latest release, The Piece Prize (August 2025), reintroduces his sound with a mix of new and reimagined tracks, showcasing collaborations that highlight his Kingdom-centered voice and set the stage for future projects.

DJ Noble is married to his wife, Sanna. They have twin sons, Tony and Ricky. Additionally, they have been foster parents to several children over the years.

“I’m extremely excited to join the Kingdom Impact Group family!” says Noble. Based on my personal experience with Mike and his team, I know the type of impact KIG will make. It is an organization that understands the Hip-Hop culture, knows the implications of it, and desires to see transformation through a Christ-centered lens. I am more than honored to be part of a team that focuses on impacting people with the Gospel worldwide, especially through music and various forms of mass media.”

Gospel music’s coolest crooner Jason Nelson and the incredible vocalist Melvin Crispell III were a dynamic duo on the stage of the 40^th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards that aired this past weekend on the BET cable channel. Their vocals soared on the soulful worship tune “Yahweh” that won thunderous applause from the sold-out audience.

The song hit No. 1 on both the Billboard and Mediabase Gospel Airplay charts a few months ago. The song drew praise across social media where one fan wrote on Instagram, “Jason Nelson can just sing anything.”

Jason Nelson Shines On Stellar Awards Stage; Pushes Next Radio Single

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Jason Nelson, who was nominated for nine Stellar Awards, took home a trophy in the category of Contemporary Album of the Year for his critically acclaimed project, You Belong: Live in Durham. Another track from the album is climbing gospel radio playlists everywhere.

The velvet smooth single “Made New (Radio Edit)” with Madison Ryan Ward is already a fan favorite having gained nearly 5 million digital streams. The 40^th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards program is airing in syndication through the end of September.

Gospel music’s coolest crooner Jason Nelson and the incredible vocalist Melvin Crispell III were a dynamic duo on the stage of the 40^th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards that aired this past weekend on the BET cable channel. Their vocals soared on the soulful worship tune “Yahweh” that won thunderous applause from the sold-out audience. The song hit No. 1 on both the Billboard and Mediabase Gospel Airplay charts a few months ago. The song drew praise across social media where one fan wrote on Instagram, “Jason Nelson can just sing anything.”

Jason Nelson, who was nominated for nine Stellar Awards, took home a trophy in the category of Contemporary Album of the Year for his critically acclaimed project, You Belong: Live in Durham. Another track from the album is climbing gospel radio playlists everywhere. The velvet smooth single “Made New (Radio Edit)” with Madison Ryan Ward is already a fan favorite having gained nearly 5 million digital streams. The 40^th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards program is airing in syndication through the end of September.