Five-time GRAMMY-nominated Christian artist and songwriter Matthew West announces his signing with The Neal Agency for booking representation. The exciting news follows his cut on Jon Reddick’s “No Fear” reaching No. 1 for 10 consecutive weeks on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart, marking West’s 38th No. 1 as a songwriter and artist combined.

“Live shows have always been at the heart of what I do, and I’m thrilled to join forces with The Neal Agency to bring these moments to more cities, more countries and more people than ever before,” shares Matthew West. “Their passion and vision make them the perfect partner for the road ahead.”

After consistently selling out shows on his 34-city Don’t Stop Praying Tour last year, Matthew West recently announced he will be extending the tour with 13 more stops nationwide and support from special guest Peter Burton. The tour was inspired by his hit Christian radio single “Don’t Stop Praying,” which topped the Billboard Christian Airplay chart in July 2024.

“We’re proud to partner with Matthew West,” shares The Neal Agency’s Jake Moore. “His career is a testament to his hard work and storytelling. With momentum still building, we believe his best years are ahead.”

“Matthew is a legend in his field, and we’re honored to be a part of the next chapter in his already incredible career,” adds The Neal Agency’s Evan Kantor.

Tapped as “one of Christian music’s most prolific singer-songwriters” by Billboard, Matthew West is an award-winning singer-songwriter with more than 275 songwriting credits to his name. He released “Growing Up & Growing Old” earlier this year before co-hosting The K-LOVE Fan Awards for the eighth time and taking home the Book Impact Award for his 30-day devotional “My Story, Your Glory.”

Don’t Stop Praying Tour dates with special guest Peter Burton:

• Nov. 6, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio at Genoa Church
• Nov. 7, 2025 in Baltimore, Md. at Trinity Baltimore
• Nov. 8, 2025 in Johnson City, Tenn. at The Martin Center
• Nov. 9, 2025 in Akron, Ohio at Goodyear Theater
• Nov. 13, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wis. at Riverside Theater
• Nov. 14, 2025 in Bourbonnais, Ill. at Centennial Chapel
• Nov. 15, 2025 in Green Bay, Wis. at The Weidner – Cofrin Family Hall
• Nov. 16, 2025 in Wabash, Ind. at Ford Theater
• Nov. 18, 2025 in Rapid City, S.D. at Monument Fine Arts Theatre
• Nov. 20, 2025 in Fargo, N.D. at Bethel Church
• Nov. 21, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minn. at Grace Church
• Nov. 22, 2025 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa at Paramount Theatre
• Nov. 23, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa at Stephens Auditorium

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Jason Gray, who released his Greatest Hits (Acoustic) album last month, extends his 19-year relationship with Centricity Music by signing a new, worldwide exclusive recording and publishing contract.

“I was nine years old when I first had the sense that music was my ‘calling,’” remembers Jason Gray. “The longer I do this, the more I realize that for me to be faithful to that calling means others have to make space for it in the world.

“I’m more grateful than I know how to say for the space Centricity has made for my calling to exist in the world, and the space they’ve found at radio for my songs to live,” Jason Gray continues. “What a remarkable team of wise, hard-working, good-hearted people! They have been God’s faithfulness to me. ‘The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places… my future is bright!’” (Ps 16:6 NIV/CEV).

“Partnering with an artist like Jason—someone with such remarkable character, gifting and commitment to creative growth—has been a true privilege for Centricity,” says John Mays, Centricity Music President, A&R. “To have the joy of doing it for nearly 20 years is an absolute gift! Jason and his music have become part of our DNA, and they continue to inspire and motivate us. We’re deeply grateful for his trust in us and hopeful that we’ll get to share another 20 years together.”

“I’m thankful for this incredible Centricity Music team that not only supports our goals and dreams, but also take the time to stop and celebrate this re-signing moment with us,” says Gray’s manager, Josh Petersen, Music City Management. “I’m grateful for the work we all get to do together each day to bring Jason’s music into the world!”

First signed in 2006 followed by the release of his Centricity Music debut in 2007, All the Lovely Losers, Jason Gray has established himself as a true songwriter’s songwriter. His music has garnered multiple ASCAP Performance Awards for popular songs like “Remind Me Who I Am,” “I’m Gonna Let It Go” and “Sparrows,” and summited the radio charts with hits like his first No. 1 AC standard, “With Every Act of Love,” and chart-topping inspirational single, “Nothing Is Wasted.”

Jason Gray’s latest studio offering, Greatest Hits (Acoustic), includes all new, re-imagined acoustic performances of his 12 biggest-ever hits spanning his acclaimed, 19-year career. All 12 of the original recordings, which have accumulated over 131 Million streams to date, are also now available in Dolby Atmos.

Releasing his first children’s hardcover book, Sparrows, and hosting the popular Acoustic Storytimeheard on SiriusXM The Message, Gray is also one of Centricity Music’s busiest touring artists.

Taking his Acoustic Storytime on the road, Jason Gray will sing his hits and fan favorites for a series of tour dates in September along with special guests Rachel Lampa and Chris August. In addition to headlining his own tours, Gray has also shared stages with genre leaders like Michael W. Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman, Third Day, TobyMac, Lauren Daigle and others. His upcoming tour dates include:

Aug 28 Thu Saugatuck, MI 
Aug 30 Sat Broadalbin, NY 

Sep 11 Thu Ronks, PA 

Sep 13 Sat Tempe, AZ 

Sep 14 Sun Phoenix, AZ 

Sep 19 Fri Mequon, WI 

Sep 20 Sat Willard, WI 

Sep 21 Sun Sheboygan, WI 

Sep 27 Sat  Abingdon, IL 

Oct 5 Sun Brashear, TX 

Oct 25 Sat Munising, MI 

Oct 26 Sun Escanaba, MI 

Nov 1 Sat  Arden Hills, MN 

Nov 7 Fri Mooresville, NC 

Dec 13 Sat Norton Shores, MI 

Dec 19 Fri Bloomfield, CT 

Motown Gospel and Re:Think Music celebrate dominating the “40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards” – earning thirteen wins. The annual ceremony took place on August 15th and 16th at the historic Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, TN. The Stellar Awards is the first and only Gospel Music Awards show in the country, honoring Gospel Music artists, writers, and industry professionals for their contributions to the Gospel Music Industry.

Brad O’Donnell, President of Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) shared, “These wins reflect the extraordinary passion and talent of our artists, songwriters, and creative teams. Their commitment to excellence and to sharing their message of hope through music continues to inspire us and we congratulate each of them on these wins.”

The 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards included performances from CCMG, Motown Gospel and Re:Think artists: Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Dante Pride, Jonathan McReynolds, Pastor Mike Todd & Transformation Worship and Adia, William Murphy.

“We celebrate this milestone as a collective victory and look forward to continuing to uplift and serve the world with life-changing music,” shares SVP of Motown Gospel, Walter Thomas.

The Greatest Night in Gospel Music,” the 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will premiere on the Stellar Network on Saturday, August 30th at 8PM and 11PM EST; and on BET Sunday, August 31st at 8PM ET/7PM CT.

A complete listing of all 13 Motown Gospel and Re:Think Music  wins can be found below:

PASTOR MIKE JR.

• ARTIST OF THE YEAR
• SONG OF THE YEAR : AMEN
• MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
• ALBUM OF THE YEAR
• PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
• CONTEMPORARY MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
• URBAN INSPIRATIONAL SINGLE OF THE YEAR
• MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR: AMEN
• RAP HIP HOP SONG OF THE YEAR

RICKY DILLARD

• CHOIR OF THE YEAR
• TRADITIONAL CHOIR OF THE YEAR

KAREN CLARK SHEARD

• RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING OF THE YEAR

TRANSFORMATION WORSHIP

• PRAISE AND WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR

Central City Productions’ “40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards” were held on August 16th, 2025 at the historic Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, TN. Hosted by Stellar and GRAMMY Award-winning duo, BeBe & CeCe Winans, the 40th Stellar Gospel Music Awards will premiere Saturday, August 30th at 8PM ET/7PM CT on the Stellar Network; Additionally, the ceremony will air Sunday, August 31st at 8PM ET/7PM CT on BET.

Under the show theme, OUR MUSIC, OUR VOICE, OUR CULTURE, performers included: Jamal Roberts, Jonathan McReynolds, Nathan Davis Jr., Todd Dulaney, New Direction Gospel Choir of Tennessee State University, Lisa Knowles-Smith, Adia, Donnie McClurkin, Dottie Peoples, Jekalyn Carr, Jason Nelson, Lisa Page Brooks, MAJOR., Melvin Crispell III, Pastor Mike Jr., Pastor Mike Todd & Transformation Worship, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tasha Page-Lockhart, Tramaine Hawkins, and William Murphy. Special guest presenters included Lil Rel Howery, Dominique Perry, Dante Bowe, Isaac Carree, Trina Braxton, Tyler Lepley, Serayah, DeVon Franklin, DOE and more.  Central City Productions founder Don Jackson received the James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award.

The 2025 Stellar Awards were presented by P&G (Procter & Gamble) with additional sponsorship provided by: Mielle, Olay Body, Tide, Chevy, Walmart, Aflac, AT&T, AARP, State Farm, McDonalds, Kenvue, Johnson & Johnson, and St. Jude.

The Greatest Night in Gospel Music,” the 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will premiere on the Stellar Network on Saturday, August 30th at 8PM and 11PM EST; on BET Sunday, August 31st at 8PM ET/7PM CT; on Bounce TV September 28th at 1PM EST/12PM CT; and in broadcast syndication from September 6, 2025 – September 28, 2025. The show will also stream on Vizio and Xumo Play beginning September 29th, 2025.

Just in time for the most wonderful time of the year, multi-GRAMMY Award-winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman has announced his The Music of Christmas Tour. Celebrating thirty years since the release of his first Christmas album of the same name, The Music of Christmas Tour will bring an unforgettable evening of holiday music, worship, and cherished classics to ten cities across the U.S. this November and December.

Known for his iconic songs and heartfelt performances, Steven Curtis Chapman will share the joy and meaning of the season through timeless Christmas favorites and selections from his celebrated Christmas albums live in concert with strings and a choir.

“It’s hard to believe that this year marks thirty years since the release of my very first Christmas album, “The Music of Christmas”. It’s a special album to me for many reasons, and I thought it deserved a very special tour to commemorate the anniversary,” said Steven Curtis Chapman.

“So, I’m excited to announce “The Music of Christmas Tour” coming to ten cities this Christmas! I’ll have some very talented musicians with me, as well as a full choir, and some other surprises I can’t wait to share with you. I’ve had many people tell me how they’ve appreciated this album over the years and how it’s become a part of their Christmas traditions, and I hope this tour can be a special way to celebrate yours!”

Steven Curtis Chapman Announces ‘The Music Of Christmas Tour’ Celebrating 30 Years Of The Iconic Christmas Album

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The Music of Christmas Tour will make stops in Longview, TX, Orange County, CA, and more before its final stop in Davenport, IA on December 11th. An exclusive pre-sale begins Wednesday, August 20th, with tickets available to the public starting Friday, August 22nd at 10am local time. For the full list of dates see below. For tickets and more information, visit tprlive.co.

Steven Curtis Chapman’s The Music Of Christmas Tour Dates:

• 11/30 – Longview, TX – Woodland Hills Baptist Church
• 12/01 – New Braunfels (San Antonio), TX – Tree of Life Church
• 12/03 – Mesa (Phoenix), AZ – Without Walls Church
• 12/04 – Santa Ana (Orange County), CA – Calvary Church of Santa Ana
• 12/05 – Elk Grove (Sacramento), CA – Creekside Christian Church
• 12/06 – Salem, OR – Elsinore Theatre
• 12/07 – Spokane, WA – Calvary Spokane
• 12/09 – Colorado Springs, CO – Rocky Mountain Calvary
• 12/10 – Omaha, NE – Westside Church
• 12/11 – Davenport, IA – Coram Deo Bible Church

Powerhouse vocalist Terrian has announced her debut tour, titled The Big God Tour, named after her hit single “Big God.” The tour kicks off in October and will feature more than 15 dates, including stops in her hometown of Memphis, TN, as well as Nashville, Atlanta, and New York City. Tickets will go on sale today at 10 AM CT.

As a seasoned performer, Terrian toured with TobyMac and the Diverse City band for seven years before embarking on her solo career. Her debut album, Give It Time (Gotee Records), has received extensive coverage and placement on various streaming platforms.

She made her national television debut on Fox & Friends and also performed on the historic stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Terrian has been nominated multiple times for both the GMA Dove Awards and the KLOVE Fan Awards.

Presented by Eight Days of Hope (EDOH), see below for the tour dates on “The Big God Tour.”

“Eight Days of Hope is beyond excited to partner with our dear friend Terrian for her first headlining tour,” shares Stephen Tybor III, EDOH President and CEO. “We are so humbled by her tender heart and love for others, which is not only displayed through her music but also through her service.”

• October 16th – Tulsa, OK
• October 17th – Fort Worth, TX
• October 19th – San Antonio, TX
• October 23rd – Atlanta, GA
• October 24th – Nashville, TN
• October 25th – Memphis, TN
• November 6th – South Bend, IN
• November 7th – Cleveland, OH
• November 8th – Louisville, KY
• November 9th – Indianapolis, IN
• November 16th – Charlotte, NC
• November 19th – Richmond, VA
• November 20th – Philadelphia, PA
• November 22nd – New York, NY

10x platinum band MercyMe has released their 12th studio project, WONDER & AWE with a very warm welcome.  Standout street week highlights include K-LOVE airing one unreleased song a day leading up to album release and two Nashville skyline billboards featuring WONDER & AWE, in partnership with Spotify and Amazon Music. 

Also on street date last Friday, the band hosted a webinar for media, performed live at SiriusXM‘s Nashville Studio and were surprised by their label with plaques for their No. 1 single “Oh Death,” the first radio single from the project.  The special can now be heard on the SIRIUS XM app.

Media outlets and tastemakers nationwide are also marking the release of WONDER & AWE like Women’s World magazine which spotlights the new album stating, “MercyMe’s latest release offers a fresh wave of spiritual joy and toe-tapping inspiration.”

Additional recent coverage includes Billboard.com, CBNStudio5, CCM, ChristianPost.com, TheChristianBeat.org, Crosswalk.com, JesusFreakHideOut.com, Kingdom Builder podcast, Patheos, The Tennessean, Yahoo! and this Sunday, an interview with FOX News’ Shannon Bream for her Livin’ The Bream podcast and radio show.  Critcs are praising the project, saying:

“MercyMe could have played it safe. They could have given fans a dozen soaring ballads and easily met every commercial expectation. Instead,Wonder & Awe feels like a delightful leap of creativity under one roof and with one message. It’s an album that’s full of joy, rooted in gratitude, and unafraid to have a little fun along the way.” – CCM Magazine

“...they still do it well and with all their heart. Wonder & Awe… is full of lighthearted moments that still have an undercurrent of sincerity and urgency.” – JesusFreakHideOut

“MercyMe’s Wonder & Awe is a heartfelt, honest, and refreshingly diverse album that takes listeners on a spiritual and emotional journey through the highs and lows of the Christian walk… a thoughtful, well-rounded album that showcases MercyMe’s range—both musically and spiritually.” -Today’s Christian Entertainment

WONDER & AWE follows their 2022 release,  ALWAYS ONLY JESUS, which boasted the No. 1 hits, “Then Christ Came feat. Phil Wickham” and “To Not Worship You,” as well as the top five hit, “Always Only Jesus.” The new 13-track project finds the band collaborting with longtime producer Tedd T, who also serves as Executive Producer, as well as Brown Bannister, and new creative voices Josh Auer, Jarad Atherton and Carter Frodge. For the first time ever, the band also jumped in to co-produce all tracks.

Last spring, amidst a full calendar that notched multiple sold-out shows across the country, MercyMe returned to Red Rocks Amphitheatre to share a one-of-a-kind evening with fans.

The event marked the band’s fourth time to headline the iconic venue, but this year’s stop was especially memorable as fans had the opportunity to be a part of a live taping for “I Can Only Imagine 2.” Cast members, including Milo Ventimiglia, Trace Adkins, Sammy Dell and John Michael Finley were in attendance to film the pivotal scene. The highly anticipated movie will release in theaters Mar. 20, 2026.

In support of the new release, MercyMe is embarking on a eight-date stint this fall with fellow hitmakers TobyMac and Matthew West from September 25 through October 5.  Giving fans even more of the phenomenal in-person experience, “MERCYME LIVE 2025” is slated to continue through the fall with Natalie Grant and special guest Sam Wesley.  Dates below, and all tickets are avaialble at mercyme.org.

MERCYME, TOBYMAC & MATTHEW WEST

Sept. 25 — Birmingham, AL // Legacy Arena at the BJCC

Sept. 26 — Biloxi, MS // Mississippi Coast Coliseum

Sept. 27 — New Orleans, LA // Smoothie King Center

Sept. 28 — Beaumont, TX // Ford Park

Oct. 2 — Jonesboro, AR // First National Bank Arena

Oct. 3 — Highland Heights, KY // Truist Arena

Oct. 4 — Charlottesville, VA //John Paul Jones Arena

Oct. 5 — Hershey, PA // Giant Center

MERCYME LIVE 2025
*With Natalie Grant and special guest, Sam Wesley

Oct 16 – Cedar Rapids, IA // Alliant Energy PowerHouse
Oct. 17 — Green Bay, WI // Resch Center
Oct. 18 — Bemidji, MN // Sanford Center
Oct. 19 — Sioux City, IA // Tyson Event Center – Fleet Farm Arena
Oct. 23 — Columbia, MO // Mizzou Arena
Oct. 24 — Sioux Falls, SD // Denny Sanford Premier Center
Oct. 25 — Rapid City, SD // Summit Arena at The Monument
Oct. 30 — Grand Forks, ND // Alerus Center
Oct. 31 — Bismarck, ND // Bismarck Event Center
Nov. 1 — Billings, MT // MetraPark – First Interstate Arena

Nov 2 —  Boise, ID // ExtraMile Arena
Nov. 6 — Loveland, CO // Blue Arena *Natalie Grant will not be appearing on this date 

Nov. 7 — Dodge City, KS // United Wireless Arena
Nov. 8 — Topeka, KS // Stormont Vail Events Center
Nov 9 – West Lafayette, IN // Elliott Hall of Music

Multi-platinum modern worship artist Phil Wickham, five-time GRAMMY winner Brandon Lake and chart-topping group Elevation Worship team up on a new release. The anthemic new single “So So Good” is now available. The track is expected to be featured on Wickham’s upcoming album, Song of the Saints, which is due out September 12.

Phil Wickham, Brandon Lake & Elevation Worship Team Up For Anthemic “So So Good”

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This fall, Phil Wickham will be headlining the Air1 Worship Now Tour, which will hit 12 arenas across the country. He’ll be joined by Josh Baldwin, Charity Gayle, and Benjamin William Hastings for an incredible worship experience!

Award-winning singer/songwriter and author Ellie Holcomb releases the next track “Give Me Your Hand” from her forthcoming album, Far Country, coming on September 12th.

This song is my heart….no filters, no edits, full of questions, raw, grieving, struggling to believe…..and in awe that Jesus would meet me right there…once again. Sometimes you write a song looking back at the pain with the perspective from the mountaintop as you remember the shadows from the valley below…and sometimes you write a song
IN THE VALLEY and THROUGH the SOBS, WHILE SHAKING YOUR FIST AT HEAVEN,
ANGRY at GOD.
“Give Me Your Hand” is that song. I pray that it meets you right where you are and helps you feel less alone. -Holcomb

Ellie Holcomb Releases “Give Me Your Hand” From Upcoming ‘Far Country’ Project

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Far Country is produced and engineered by Cason Cooley and executive produced by her dad, Brown Bannister, and Samantha Steele. Holcomb’s fresh 11-song collection boasts expansive landscapes, vivid lyrics, and acoustic-grounded, pop-centric melodies. Songwriters on the album include a powerhouse list, including Ellie Holcomb, Jason Ingram (“Far Country”), Hank Bentley, and Thad Cockrell. Jessie Early, Jon Guerra, Natalie Hemby, Kirby Kapel, Taylor Leonhardt, Latifa Morton, KS Rhodes, and Bear Rinehart.

The CCC Collective, a trailblazing group of artists from the Christian Cultural Center (CCC) in Brooklyn, New York, is back with their new album Brooklyn Culture. With this release, the CCC Collective continues to evolve their sound, offering a powerful anthem that reflects their ongoing commitment to empowerment and worship.

“We’ve always wanted our music to speak to both the spirit and the culture,” says A.R. Bernard, one of the leading voices of the CCC Collective. The album is a bold exploration of the Collective’s unique blend of faith, culture, and musical influences. Drawing inspiration from the heart of Brooklyn, the album showcases a mix of contemporary worship and cultural expression.

The CCC Collective Drops ‘Brooklyn Culture’

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With its roots firmly planted in the rich history of the Christian Cultural Center, the CCC Collective continues to break new ground with each release. Their debut single “Breaking News” and subsequent tracks like “Can You Hear Me,”“Devil is a Lie,” and “Thankful” have touched lives across the globe, spreading messages of hope, unity, and faith in powerful ways.