CeCe Winans latest album, More Than This, has made a resounding impact, debuting at the coveted #1 position on both the Top Gospel Album and Top Christian Album Billboard Charts.  This extraordinary achievement not only signifies the album’s widespread acclaim but also solidifies CeCe’s position as a powerhouse in the gospel music scene.

Remarkably, this tags CeCe’s 10^th time debuting at #1 on the Top Gospel Album Chart, a testament to her enduring influence and the unwavering support of her dedicated fanbase.

Winans’ response to the success of her second live recording, “I’m humbled beyond words and so grateful to hear the way that listeners are being impacted by these songs. This album isn’t just about the goodness of our God, it’s about God’s greatness. It’s amazing to see this project encouraging lives around the world. All praise to God for what he has done!” 

The momentum doesn’t stop there. The album’s lead single, “That’s My King,” is quickly becoming a CeCe Winans classic as it moves up both Gospel and Chirstian radio charts faster than almost every single CeCe has released in her career.

More Than This is not just another album, it’s a testament to CeCe’s musical prowess, spiritual depth, and unwavering commitment to spreading the message of faith and inspiration through her music. Winans continues to elevate the genre, touching hearts and souls with her unparalleled talent and unwavering devotion to her craft.

In addition to dropping a new album, CeCe Winans is set to participate in the American Idol grand finale that will air live on ABC this Sunday, May 19. 8:00-11:01 p.m. EST/5:00-8:01 p.m. PST.  Winans will join other guests such as: Jon Bon Jovi, Nick Fradiani, New Kids on the Block, Jason Mraz, Hootie and the Blowfish, Wynonna, Seal, Cody Johnson, Bishop Briggs and James Bay.

Critically acclaimed Centricity Music singer / songwriter Jason Gray adds his voice to the multi-artist A New Heaven And A New Earth project’s single, “Our Common Home,” which has been remastered and is available today (May 17) at digital and streaming outlets globally from The Fuel Music. Originally released Oct. 6, 2023 around the close of last year’s ecumenical Season of Creation, the single also features Jason Roy (Building 429), Don Chaffer (Waterdeep) and Phil Joel (Newsboys).

Church leaders from around the world welcomed the song with joy last fall, declaring, “These artists felt called to express how care for Creation glorifies God.” The note was signed by:

• His Eminence Cardinal Peter K.A. Turkson, The Pontifical Academy of Sciences, The Vatican
• His Eminence Elder Metropolitan Emmanuel of Chalcedon, Ecumenical Patriarchate
• The Most Reverend Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury
• The Most Reverend Michael Curry, Presiding Bishop & Primate, The Episcopal Church
• The Most Reverend Dr. Olav Fykse Tveit, Presiding Bishop, Church of Norway, former General Secretary of the World Council of Churches

“This kind note of welcome from international Church leaders is a testament to the spirit of ecumenical collaboration from which this project springs,” shares Reverend Séamus Finn, OMI, Director, OMI Justice Peace and Integrity of Creation.

Written by Chaffer, Joel and Gray, “Our Common Home” was inspired by Pope Francis’ 2015 Encyclical, Laudato si’, On Care for Our Common Home. This single from the A New Heaven And A New Earth project slated to premiere summer 2024 commemorates the Encyclical’s ninth anniversary.

“Our Common Home” is also heard in a short video documentary following the artists’ experience of singing songs from the A New Heaven And A New Earth recording at a concert held at the Vatican (Oct. 26, 2022). This documentary was filmed and directed by Joel’s daughter Phynley.

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“This project has given me perspective, a greater conscientiousness about how closely tied care for Creation is to caring for the poor,” shares Gray.

Chaffer adds, “The more we discover about the connection between the health of the poor with the health of our earthly home, the more we’re inspired to pray, ‘Lord, we need to do better. Help us to do better.’”

“We are all coming from different places, gathering around a round table, all uniting around the fact that we need to take better care of this beautiful marble that we are all travelling around on,” sums up Joel.

Producing “Our Common Home” and singing and playing various instruments on the track, Roy says, “It was an honor to work on this song with these musical legends, these friends of mine.”

AOH Music, New Jersey-based trio composed of vocalist Brianne Nealon, drummer Jimmy Meier, and guitarist/producer Jack Garno, delivers a new EP titled “Heal Our World” on Friday, May 24th.

This EP is a collection of the original, studio recordings of the band’s previously released EP, Live at Ocean Way Nashville.

“God created this Earth for us to live and live abundantly, sharing in His overflowing love, grace and goodness,” says the band. “We are all called to honor God the Father and all the beauty He has created. ‘Heal Our World’ is a cry out to Jesus to come into our hearts and minds to restore our brokenness. Out of His love for us, Jesus came to bring salvation and healing to our world.”

AOH Music invites audiences of all backgrounds to join in this musical exploration of faith and to discover the transformative power of scripture set to song.

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Joseph Habedank’s autobiography Summer Tour kicked off this weekend with a special surprise for attendees: live music!  The Dove Award winning artist is thrilled to introduce a new live band comprised of pianist Josh Tomlin and Anthony Rogers on the guitar.  The band will be joining Joseph on stage to present an even more powerful, versatile, and entertaining concert experience.

“Traveling with a band has been a dream of mine for quite some time,” shares the GRAMMY nominated singer/songwriter.  “I’ve always loved live music and am incredibly grateful that God has opened the door to add these talented musicians to the tour.  I cannot wait for everyone to hear them, as well as our special guest Travis Clark, on these upcoming dates!”

Also joining Joseph Habedank for select dates on the autobiography Summer Tour will be up-and-coming Christian artist, Travis Clark.  Many may recognize Travis from the popular Youtube channel, Travis and Katie, where he and his wife, Katie Bates Clark, chronicle much of their lives, travel and music.

The autobiography Summer Tour 2024, sponsored by Destiny Rescue, will feature music from the highly anticipated new studio album, entitled autobiography.  The project is a musical journey through Habedank’s upbringing, through valleys and triumphs, all culminating in praise for God’s grace and faithfulness in every aspect of life. 

Audiences across the country have enjoyed previously released singles from the collection, such as ‘the basement’ and ‘tell the devil,’ and Joseph is eager to present the new music as part of the summer tour, as well as revisit well-known favorites for an incredible musical event!

The autobiography Summer Tour runs through the end of August, with dates in states across the country.  Make plans to attend in a city near you!

Joseph Habedank’s autobiography Summer Tour 2024
May 16 – Nash, TX*
May 17 – Tioga, TX*
May 18 – Belton, TX*
May 19 – Mineola, TX*
May 24 – Simpsonville, SC*
May 25 – Gatlinburg, TN
May 26 – Gatlinburg, TN

June 1 – Fort Worth, TX
June 2 – Lake, MS
June 6 – Shipshewana, IN
June 7 – Canton, MI
June 9 – Brooklyn, NY
June 21 – Poplar Bluff, MO*
June 22 – Wentzville, MO*
June 23 – Benton, KY*

July 11 – Farmington, MO*
July 12 – Jackson, TN*
July 13 – Maryville, TN*
July 14 – Monroe, NC*
July 18 – Hollister, MO
July 19 – Wichita, KS
July 20 – Liberal, KS
July 21 – Castle Rock, CO
July 25 – Canton, TX
July 27 – Gaither Alaskan Cruise

August 15 – Ringgold, GA
August 16 – Dublin, GA
August 17 – St. Charles, MO
August 18 – Morehead, KY
August 22 – Tyler, TX
August 23 – Monroe, LA
August 24 – Ridgeland, MS
August 25 – Seneca, SC
August 29 – Branson, MO*
August 31 – Richardson, TX*
*with special guest, Travis Clark

As a result of the massive response to the Holy Forever World Tour, Chris Tomlin is adding new concert dates in Canada this summer. The newly scheduled dates will take place in August with presale tickets available this Friday, May 17 and the public on sale Monday, May 20 at ChrisTomlin.com. Accomplished writer and renowned worship leader Pat Barrett will join as special guest on these dates.

“We just wrapped leg 1 of the Holy Forever World Tour and each stop had the tangible presence and power of God… He is moving in these nights and I am so excited to announce that we get to add more dates in Canada,” shared Chris.  “Canada has always had a hunger and enthusiasm for worship and I am praying this tour makes an impact on everyone who attends.”

“I never take it for granted being able to be a part of nights like this! So stoked to be a part of this tour with Chris. I have the best memories of our last Canadian tour and can’t wait to make new ones this year! Let’s go!” – Pat Barrett

Chris wrapped the first leg of U.S. dates on his Holy Forever World Tour last weekend with a sold-out concert at the Honda Center Arena in Los Angeles. Tomlin, a Pollstar ‘Top 10 Worldwide Tour’ headliner and one of the most successful Christian touring artists today, will head overseas to Europe at the end of this month to kick off the first round of international concerts making stops in England, Ireland, Netherlands, Germany and Hungary. Tomlin has a singular hope for every concert on the tour as he prepares to begin its international leg. 

Chris said, “I always pray when people are walking through the doors that they sense the grace of God, that on these nights people who are carrying heavy burdens are lifted up again in their soul and they’re reminded of God’s grace, to remind us of something greater than ourselves,” said Chris to Billboard Magazine when announcing the tour.

Holy Forever World Tour:

CANADA

• 8-14       Windsor, Ontario
• 8-15       Cambridge, Ontario
• 8-16       Toronto, Ontario
• 8-22       Calgary, Alberta
• 8-23       Edmonton, Alberta

EUROPE

• 5-26       West Sussex, England (UK)           Winston House- Big Church Day Out
• 5-27       Belfast, Ireland (UK)                      SSE Arena Belfast
• 5-28       Rotterdam, Netherlands (NL)       Ahoy Arena
• 5-30       Düsseldorf, Germany (DE)            Mitsubishi Electric Halle- D. LIVE
• 6-1         Miskloc, Hungary                           DVTK Stadium- This Is The Day Festival

NORTH AMERICA LEG 2

• 10-8       Henderson, NV                               Lee’s Family Forum
• 10-9       Ontario, CA                                    Toyota Arena
• 10-10     Phoenix, AZ                                    Mullett Arena
• 10-11     San Diego, CA                                 Viejas Arena
• 10-23     Hartford, CT                                   XL Center
• 10-24     Pittsburgh, PA                                Petersen Events Center
• 10-25     Canton, OH                                     Canton Memorial Civic Center
• 11-1       Houston, TX                                    Berry Center
• 11-2       Fort Worth, TX                              Dickies Arena
• 11-3       San Antonio, TX                             Freeman Coliseum
• 11-7       Atlanta, GA                                     Gas South Arena
• 11-8       Charlotte, NC                                  Bojangles Coliseum
• 11-9       Norfolk, VA                                     Chartway Arena
• 11-14     Minneapolis, MN                            Target Center
• 11-15     Chicago, IL                                      NOW Arena
• 11-16     Indianapolis, IN                              Gainbridge Fieldhouse
• 11-21     Orlando, FL                                    Addition Financial Arena
• 11-22     Sunrise, FL                                      Amerant Bank Arena
• 11-23     Tampa, FL                                      Yuengling Center

SKILLET guitarist Seth Morrison and his wife Hilary have recently announced they are expecting baby number two, a boy, in July.  The couple are parents to daughter June, who will be two in August.

“Hilary and I are thrilled to announce baby boy Morrison coming in July,” said Morrison.  “It’s an honor and blessing for God to entrust us with these souls.”

About how his wife told him they were expecting, he shared, “Hilary flew out half way through the Rock Resurrection Tour last year in November to spend a few days together. She broke the news to me before our show in Seattle that night! I broke the news to the band right before we walked to stage. Definitely a night I’ll always remember every time we’re back to Seattle!”

Heading into nearly 40 years of serving many of Christian music’s top touring artists and speakers, leading booking agency Jeff Roberts Agency (JRA) continues to grow in both its staff and client roster while also representing many of today’s biggest artists, tours, and special events.

With their commitment to serving artists and speakers who use their platform and talent to reach people all over the world, JRA has grown to a staff of 15 with more than 100 years of combined experience. Along with their five-person board of highly accomplished business leaders, JRA’s team includes agents, booking coordinators, support staff, and an agent dedicated to international touring.

“We continue to see exciting growth in the way artists are finding their place in the market through authentic expression of their faith and making music that is equally true to that calling,” shares Matt Roberts, Jeff Roberts Agency’s General Manager.

“We have intentionally invested in our team, technology, and overall organization in ways that we feel will best serve and support all facets of the evolving landscape of Christian music, which includes representing an array of timeless artists to supporting younger creatives.”

JRA services thousands of events annually through all channels, including arena tours, fairs, festivals, youth conventions, conferences, colleges, and club tours, to name a few, while also working diligently with Christian and general market promoters in the U.S. and worldwide.

Recent company highlights include Casting Crowns’ second leg of their 20th Anniversary Tour featuring a stop at New York City’s Beacon Theater and selling out Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, as well as the recently released film “Unsung Hero,” which shares the Smallbone family story and comes on the heels of FOR KING + COUNTRY’s biggest Christmas tour in their history.

Other major headline tours include We The Kingdom, Matthew West, Zach Williams, CeCe Winans, Josiah Queen, Matt Maher, and We Are Messengers. With their ever-growing client roster, JRA is honored to represent KB, Tauren Wells, Big Daddy Weave, Trip Lee, David Leonard, and Josiah Queen.

2x GRAMMY Award winning multi-platinum selling artist and vocal powerhouse Lauren Daigle has earned two nominations at the 11^th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards. The nods, for Artist of the Year and Female Artist of The Year, follow seven wins over the last ten years in either category. The 11^th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards will take place May 24-26 at Nashville’s iconic OPRY. Fan voting for the awards opens at 6 p.m. CT on Monday, May 13 and runs through 6 p.m. CT on Friday, May 24 at klovefanawards.com.

“Wow! What an honor it is to be recognized by K-LOVE,” shares Daigle. “These awards are always so special since they are voted on by the fans, they’re the whole reason I do this. I cannot wait to see everyone in Nashville!”

Daigle is currently headlining the critically acclaimed “The Kaleidoscope Tour” in support of her recent No. 1 {self-titled} album. This summer, due to popular demand, she will embark on the “Kaleidoscope Nights” tour, playing amphitheaters across the US as well as Europe and Australia. 

“The Kaleidoscope Tour” and “Kaleidoscope Nights” features many of Daigle’s #1s including her groundbreaking 6x Platinum smash “You Say,” 2x Platinum hit “Rescue,” “Look Up Child,” her latest Gold-certified No.1 and GRAMMY Nominated “Thank God I Do.” Tour dates and tickets are available at www.laurendaigle.com/tour

The 11th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards have announced the nominees for this year’s award ceremony. Exclusively announced by Billboard, fans can participate by visiting klovefanawards.com to vote for their favorite artist beginning 6p CT tonight through 6pm CT on May 24th. With four nominations, Brandon Lake leads followed by Anne Wilson, Elevation Worship, Matthew West, Phil Wickham and TobyMac who all garnered three nomination search. 

Housefires featuring JWLKRS and Ryan Ellis as well as Stephen McWhirter both earned their first-time nomination for Song of The Year marking a significant achievement for these artists. Likewise, Caleb & John, Forrest Frank, Josiah Queen and Seph Schlueter also celebrate their first nominations for Breakout Single, and Terrian is equally thrilled to receive her first-time nomination as Female Artist of the Year. Please see the full list of nominees below.

Sponsored by Coca-Cola Consolidated, the 11th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards will be hosted by Brandon Lake and Sadie Robertson Huff on May 26th. This celebrated event in the Christian Music industry, where artists and fans come together to honor the best in Christian entertainment will be held in Nashville, TN at the legendary OPRY House.

The awards will be broadcasted on TBN on May 31st, allowing audiences worldwide to join in the celebration and recognition of the artists who inspire and uplift through their faith-driven art. With additional weekend events such as the annual Friday night kick-off concert, Saturday morning’s Worship In The Round, the Emerging Artist Showcase, Songwriter’s Showcase and Sunday morning Worship Service, the K-LOVE Fan Awards weekend offers a full spectrum of entertainment. All details for the weekend and award show can be found at klovefanawards.com.

2024 K-LOVE FAN AWARD NOMINEES –

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

• Anne Wilson
• Brandon Lake
• Casting Crowns
• for King & Country
• Lauren Daigle
• Matthew West
• Phil Wickham
• TobyMac

SONG OF THE YEAR

• “Come Jesus Come” – Stephen McWhirter
• “Don’t Stop Praying” – Matthew West
• “Faithfully” – TobyMac
• “I Thank God” – Housefires f/JWLKRS & Ryan Ellis
• “Praise” – Elevation Worship
• “Praise You Anywhere” – Brandon Lake
• “Somebody To You” – Rachael Lampa f/Andrew Ripp
• “Strong” – Anne Wilson

MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

• Brandon Lake
• Chris Tomlin
• Crowder
• Jeremy Camp
• Matthew West
• Phil Wickham
• Tauren Wells
• TobyMac

FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

• Anne Wilson
• CeCe Winans
• Katy Nichole
• Lauren Daigle
• Natalie Grant
• Rachael Lampa
• Tasha Layton
• Terrian

WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR

• “Fear is Not My Future” – Maverick City Music
• “Firm Foundation” – Cody Carnes
• “Holy Forever” – Chris Tomlin
• “I Believe” – Phil Wickham
• “I Thank God” – Housefires f/JWLKRS & Ryan Ellis
• “Praise” – Elevation Worship
• “Praise You Anywhere” – Brandon Lake

BREAKOUT SINGLE

• “Big God”- Terrian
• “Come Jesus Come” – Stephen McWhirter
• “Counting My Blessings” – Seph Schlueter
• “Good Day” – Forrest Frank
• “Hallelujah Feeling” – Caleb & John
• “The Prodigal” – Josiah Queen

GROUP OF THE YEAR

• CAIN
• Casting Crowns
• Big Daddy Weave
• Elevation Worship
• Maverick City Music
• MercyMe
• We Are Messengers
• We The Kingdom

FILM IMPACT

• Sound of Freedom
• The Shift
• After Death
• The Chosen Season 4 (Theatrical Release)
• Big George Foreman
• The Blind
• Journey to Bethlehem
• Ordinary Angels

TV/STREAMING IMPACT

• Jonathan & Jesus
• Chasing CAIN
• Eleanor’s Bench
• Going Home (Season 2)
• The Wingfeather Saga

BOOK IMPACT

• Mostly What God Does – Savannah Guthrie
• Like A River – Granger Smith
• Untangle Your Emotions – Jennie Allen
• Practicing the Way – John Mark Comer
• Rescue Story – Zach Williams
• The Digital Fast – Dr. Darren Whitehead
• Upon Waking – Jackie Hill Perry
• The Awe of God – John Bevere

PODCAST IMPACT

• Cooper Stuff – John Cooper
• WHOA That’s Good – Sadie Robertson Huff
• That Sounds Fun – Annie F. Downs
• Made for This – Jennie Allen
• The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast – Candace Cameron Bure
• Back Porch Theology – Lisa Harper

Chris Tomlin wrapped the first leg of U.S. dates on his Holy Forever World Tour on Friday night with a sold-out concert at the Honda Center Arena in Los Angeles.

Chris, a Pollstar ‘Top 10 Worldwide Tour’ headliner and one of the most successful Christian touring artists today, will head overseas to Europe at the end of this month for the first round of international shows making stops in England, Ireland, Netherlands, Germany and Hungary.

Off the heels of the successful wrap of the first leg, Chris’ Holy Forever World Tour will launch additional dates of the tour this fall starting on October 8 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Tickets are available now at ChrisTomlin.com.  The tour is aptly named after one of the fastest growing songs in the church right now and one of the largest weekly consumed songs in his distinguished catalog.

In addition, “Holy Forever” has received a nomination for “Worship Song of The Year” at the upcoming K-LOVE Fan Awards on May 26. Chris is also recognized with a nomination as Male Artist of the Year.

Holy Forever World Tour 2024

5-26       West Sussex, England (UK)           Winston House- Big Church Day Out

5-27       Belfast, Ireland (UK)                      SSE Arena Belfast

5-28       Rotterdam, Netherlands (NL)       Ahoy Arena

5-30       Düsseldorf, Germany (DE)            Mitsubishi Electric Halle- D. LIVE

6-1         Miskloc, Hungary                           DVTK Stadium “This Is The Day Festival”

10-8       Henderson, NV                                Lee’s Family Forum

10-9       Ontario, CA                                      Toyota Arena

10-10     Phoenix, AZ                                      Mullett Arena

10-11     San Diego, CA                                  Viejas Arena

10-23     Hartford, CT                                    XL Center

10-24     Pittsburgh, PA                                 Petersen Events Center

10-25     Canton, OH                                      Canton Memorial Civic Center

11-1       Houston, TX                                     Berry Center

11-2       Fort Worth, TX                               Dickies Arena

11-3       San Antonio, TX                              Freeman Coliseum

11-7       Atlanta, GA                                      Gas South Arena

11-8       Charlotte, NC                                  Bojangles Coliseum

11-9       Norfolk, VA                                      Vachartway Arena

11-14     Minneapolis, MN                             Target Center

11-15     Chicago, IL                                       NOW Arena

11-16     Indianapolis, IN                               Gainbridge Fieldhouse

11-21     Orlando, FL                                      Addition Financial Arena

11-22     Sunrise, FL                                       Amerant Bank Arena

11-23     Tampa, FL                                        Yuengling Center