Five-time GRAMMY-nominated Christian artist and songwriter Matthew West releases “Last Page of the Bible” (feat. Anne Wilson), Written by frequent collaborators West, Wilson and Jeff Pardo, the inspiring duet showcases perseverance in times of trouble backed by their unwavering faith and complementary vocals.

Today’s release gives listeners the final sneak peek into West’s forthcoming album, Don’t Stop Praying, arriving Friday, Oct. 4. 

“This song is inspired by the late Billy Graham who famously said, ‘I’ve read the last page of the Bible and it all works out in the end,’” shared West. “The last page of the Bible says, ‘He who testifies to these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming soon.’ Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.’ I love this verse in Revelation 22:20. It reminds us of the ultimate hope we have in our God who reigns in victory! I hope you love it.”

“We wrote this song together with our friend Jeff Pardo, and I love the heart behind it,” shared Wilson. “The world that we’re living in today is such a dark and painful place, and there’s so much going on. This song is a reminder that Jesus is coming back, and one day, there will be no more crying, no more tears, no more suffering. There will be perfect peace and perfect joy. This was such a fun song to get to create, thank you Matthew for having me be a part of it. I can’t wait for y’all to hear it!”

Accompanied by an all new lyric video, the upbeat track brings a message of encouragement to listeners, reminding them that the overwhelming challenges they face are temporary, but having faith and trust in God endures forever.

West and Wilson are frequent collaborators, most recently teaming up to co-write 13 songs on Wilson’s sophomore album, REBEL, released in April. Today’s release marks the duo’s latest recorded track since “Me on Your Mind” from West’s last album, My Story Your Glory (Expanded Edition), released in 2023.

Matthew West Debuts “Last Page Of The Bible” Feat. Anne Wilson

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West’s 13th studio album, Don’t Stop Praying, arrives in full on Oct. 4. The 12 tracks, including today’s duet and fan favorites “Don’t Stop Praying” and “18 Summers,” are dedicated to sharing the theme of commitment to prayer in 2024.

West’s ‘Don’t Stop Praying’ movement is in full swing, fueled by his highly anticipated album, the Don’t Stop Praying Tour, a prayer wall for concert attendees and ‘Don’t Stop Praying’ yard signs scattered throughout Nashville. The signs aim to uplift and inspire anyone looking for a message of encouragement and to connect with fans, listeners and his community.

A seven-time author, West has notched 34 No. 1 songs as an artist and songwriter combined and has received five GRAMMY nominations and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. He awaits his 17-stop Don’t Stop Praying Tour – in partnership with Awakening Events – this fall and winter to continue sharing his music’s encouraging message nationwide.

Hope Darst releases “The Blood Of Jesus.” You can hear the new single streaming below.

This song means so much to me and I hope it helps continue to encourage us all to keep believing and putting our hope and trust in the Hands of the Healer. -Darst

Hope Darst Releases “The Blood Of Jesus”

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GRAMMY nominated and Stellar and GMA DOVE Award-winning Jekalyn Carr releases a brand new collaborative project, Jekalyn Carr Presents…The Inspiration Project – showcasing her A&R and Executive Producer skillset. The new project showcases Carr’s ability as a singer/songwriter and producer by introducing the world to various new artists she has collaborated with over her years spent in ministry.

The project includes artists, Emoni Wilkins, Jericho Worship, Timothy Rogers, Ashley Charisse Mackey, JD Fomby, and a brand new unplugged version of her latest single “You Carried Me.” Every song on the new project is written and produced by Jekalyn Carr and her father, Allen Carr. The dynamic six-song collection serves as a launchpad for emerging gospel artists, showcasing a rich tapestry of diverse styles and genres within gospel music.

Using Jekalyn Carr’s visionary touch, the project not only delivers powerful, soul-stirring tracks but also offers a platform for new voices to shine brightly in the gospel scene. “Wonder,” the lead single by Emoni Wilkins, is impacting radio now.

Jekalyn Carr Shares ‘The Inspiration Project’

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Jekalyn Carr shares, “I am happy to introduce to the world these new artists on my upcoming project. I believe that they all have something special to share.”

Carr recently earned two 55th GMA Dove Award nominations for Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year (“I Believe God”) and Traditional Gospel Album of the Year (Jekalyn). The 55th Annual GMA Dove Awards, presented in partnership with the Cantinas Arts Foundation, will be held October 1, 2024 at the Allen Arena in Nashville, TN, and will air exclusively on TBN and TBN+ Friday, and simulcast on SiriusXM The Message, October 4, 2024 at 8pm and 10pm ET.

Carr can also be heard weekdays on Atlanta’s Praise 102.5 as the host of her midday show “Jekalyn Carr Family Affair Show.”

planetboom releases “All Around The World.” The single, inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Ephesians 5:20, and Psalm 107:1, is a powerful declaration of rejoicing and always giving thanks to our God. 

Planetboom Releases “All Around The World”

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planetboom is the dynamic, multicultural youth ministry of Planetshakers Church. Passionate about encountering God, seeking His Presence and bringing positive, God-honoring change to its culture, planetboom has received significant streaming growth. Over the last year, streams have grown by 80-percent on Spotify alone while monthly listeners have grown to over 171,000 people. 

Sound of Victory’s lead single, “L O V E,” has not only gathered more than 242,000 Spotify streams, but the studio version of the song featured on the album has also hit No. 7 on the Australian Christian radio chart, TCM Top 30.

Joel Caws, a worship leader and singer/songwriter from the UK has just released a brand new Drum & Bass remix of his previously released track ‘Delight’.

Joel has been releasing music for over 4 years and this latest release is his second collaboration with Drum & Bass DJ and Producer Saint Louis.

Of the new song release, Joel says “Since releasing my first remix, I have been itching to get another one out there. It has taken some time for me to have released a worship song that would be a good fit for remixing so I’m massively excited to team up again with Saint Louis in producing this remix.”

Joel Caws Releases Exciting New D&B Remix Collaboration

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Of the idea behind creating the remix, Joel comments “Catchy, repetitive vocal and instrumental hooks work really well for dance tracks in general, so when I released Delight earlier in 2024 I already had in the back of my mind that it would make a great song for remixing.

I was ‘delighted’ (pun intended), when Saint Louis agreed to work on this new track for me and what he has come up with is a really chilled but energetic version using both the main chorus hook and some sampled guitar riffs from the original.”

Of how he hopes others will engage with the song, Joel says “What I love most about the remixes I am releasing is how they appeal to those that wouldn’t normally listen to Contemporary Christian or Worship music. This remix is one that gets your feet itching to move and I pray that it inspires those who hear it to find Delight in God whatever situation and circumstances they find themselves in.”

Mission House started out of a community of friends gathered in living rooms and basements. They were simply compelled to sing songs about Jesus together. Since then, they have thrived into a prolific duo, writing and touring songs that ooze with Americana accents and honest lyrics, all geared towards worshipping the Lord.

With “Family Nights, Vol. 2: Day For Singing,” they have gone back to their roots, capturing the essence of their early days. Recorded live in Charlotte, North Carolina, the second edition of their Family Nights is as folksy and warm as ever, and features some of the band’s dear friends like Jacob Early, Cecily, Abby Siler, Kierre Bjorn, and Sharlene Provilus.

The new album is full of worshipful gratitude despite the last few years holding some of the hardest stories both artists have ever faced. Over 14 songs, including a spoken word, Mission House explores the vibrant highs and harrowing lows of life, whilst keeping their joy and hope in Christ as the glue that holds the family of believers together.

Mission House Releases ‘Family Nights, Vol. 2: Day For Singing’

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Dwan Hill introduces “Maranatha,” a sung prayer of longing for the Lord’s return. Co-written with Ben Shive, the song balances its weighty theme with a meditative and groovy soundscape. With horns and an organ as the sonic backbone, “Maranatha” features a choir, making it a communal song that invites listeners to join in with this prayer.

The new single is a creative embodiment of the ultimate joining of heaven and earth, whilst holding the current reality in tension with this promised hope. Hill cleverly reminds us of Christ’s patience for those yet to turn to him and also honestly illustrates the forbearance of believers in waiting for their Savior.

Following on from his last single (“Mansion”), this new song is meant to continue bringing fresh expectation in the midst of the trauma and catastrophe in the world at-large. “Maranatha” is a song full of imagery reviving hope that troubles will end, and that we will reign with Christ.

Dwan Hill Releases “Maranatha”

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Worship group, Lakewood Music, releases their new live album Oh How Worthy, today (September 6th).

The album was recorded live at Lakewood Church and features 13 new songs from the diverse musical expression of Lakewood Church. The debut single, “Outnumbered,” featured GRAMMY-nominated artist Tauren Wells. This became the largest launch of the group’s career with several placements including a takeover of Amazon and Spotify’s Top Worship Playlists and Worship Together’s Instagram as well as receiving an add at Air1.

Oh How Worthy features guest artists such as Tauren Wells and Alexander Pappas and includes songwriters Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Brandon Lake, Mitch Wong, Chris Brown, and more.

Lakewood Music Releases ‘Oh How Worthy’

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Five-time GRAMMY-nominated, eight-time GMA Dove Award recipient and Platinum-selling singer / songwriter Brandon Heath releases his ninth studio record and second LP with Centricity Music, The Ache. the album holds the tension of loss and longing, sharing the intrinsic ache experienced this side of heaven while pointing listeners to the things that matter most to Heath — family, faith, community and his ultimate belief that there is life after death.

While The Ache was inspired by hard moments, the album’s 11 originals, all co-written by Heath, were also influenced by the life growing all around him, even in the midst of sadness.

“Every record I release is a snapshot of the season I’m in, and I thought this was going to be a record about mourning,” Heath admits after watching his mom live out her final days. “But I’ve learned that two things can exist at the same time. You can talk about heavy things with a joyful spirit, and I have totally embraced the paradox in this season. I knew there was going to be sadness, but I also knew there was going to be joy because I knew where my mom was going.”

The Ache features the steady acoustic-pop single at radio now, “Gospel Truth,” which sums up how Heath reconciles the heartbreaking realities of this life with what he knows to be true of God.

“It’s one of my favorite songs I’ve written in a long time,” he confesses of the track that reads like a personal mantra and is featured by The Recording Academy. “It just fits me so well, and it tells the story of who I am and what’s important to me.”

The album’s lead radio hit, “He Does (Oh By the Way),” is a cleverly penned, choir-assisted, celebratory reminder about God’s role as a consistent provider and faithful friend. Heath co-wrote the song with Kyle Williams (We Are Messengers, TobyMac), who produced the majority of The Ache along with songs produced by Micah Kuiper (Jeremy Camp, Anne Wilson), Cason Cooley (NEEDTOBREATHE, Ellie Holcomb) and Andrew Bergthold (We The Kingdom).

Brandon Heath Releases Full-Length Album ‘The Ache’

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While careful to avoid an overarching tone of melancholy that reflected his inner turmoil, The Ache doesn’t shy away from the heartache he was experiencing in real time either. After The Covenant School shooting, where Brandon’s oldest daughter was already enrolled for this year, Brandon wrote “Scars” to honor his longtime friend, the school’s chaplain Matthew Sullivan.

“I feel like in my grief, God showed up and gave me medicine to disseminate immediately to my friends,” shares Heath. “That song reminded me of our responsibility as artists: to say the things we don’t know how to say, put it to music, and then get it out to the masses as soon as possible and let it do its healing work.”

The Ache also features the bittersweet “The Other Side of the End” and the poignant, heaven-forward “Can We Go Home Now?” while the simplicity of his daughters’ innocent nighttime prayers shaped “Thank You. Need You. Love You.”

Perhaps the intrinsic ache we all experience this side of heaven points us to the things that matter most. “It feels like a thing that God put in us. It’s this ability to feel connected to people,” remarks Heath, adding, “This has been my season of sorrow, but it helps me to engage with it just by writing about it. That’s what music has always done for me.”

Taking the new music, hit songs and fan favorites on the road, Heath performed on the Grand Ole Opry stage last month and launches his headline, “God Is Good” acoustic tour Oct. 11. The Children International-sponsored tour features special guest Jesse Labelle and is being brought to select cities by ShowOps Presents.

In an era where authenticity in pop music often takes a backseat to commercial appeal, Sarantos breathes fresh air into the genre with his latest single, “14.” This track not only captures the quintessential teenage strife but also wraps it in a melody that’s both invigorating and contagiously upbeat, making it a standout hit this summer.

Sarantos Hits the Mark with New Teen Anthem “14”

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“14” is a masterful blend of catchy pop rhythms and heartfelt lyrics that strike a chord with anyone who’s ever navigated the turbulent waters of adolescence. Sarantos has a knack for tapping into universal emotions, and this song is no exception. He crafts a narrative that is uniquely relatable to the teenage experience, with lines like “You don’t live your dreams cause you’re too busy livin in your fears” resonating deeply with young listeners grappling with their own insecurities and aspirations.

The musical arrangement in “14” is vibrant and full of life, echoing the style of teen pop icons like One Direction, yet it carries a signature that is unmistakably Sarantos. The upbeat tempo and dynamic beats encourage listeners to dance away their worries, while the lyrics offer a comforting shoulder and a reminder that these turbulent years are fleeting and precious.

What sets Sarantos apart is his ability to wear his heart on his sleeve while still creating tracks that are suitable for a party playlist. “14” makes you want to move, but it also makes you think, offering a balance that is rare in today’s pop music scene. The chorus, “You’re only 14, Enjoy being a teen, Soon you’ll be 18, So today just enjoy 14,” serves as a catchy, uplifting mantra that will surely echo through many teenage bedrooms and high school hallways.

The accompanying music video further enhances the track by visually portraying the highs and lows of being a freshman in a new school. It’s a well-produced depiction that complements the song’s message, enhancing the overall impact on its audience.

In conclusion, Sarantos hits all the right notes with “14,” crafting a song that is not only a likely chart-topper but also a meaningful piece of art. It’s a musical reminder for teens to savor the moment amid the chaos of growing up. Sarantos continues to showcase his versatility and depth as an artist, and “14” is a testament to his unwavering commitment to striking a chord with his listeners. This song is a must-listen for anyone who remembers the sweetness and sting of being 14.Sarantos Hits the Mark with New Teen Anthem “14”

–Bob Miller