In Khati Berry‘s own words, “Everything”emerged during a profoundly spiritual moment. As she engaged in a praise and worship session while about to break her fast, a divine voice echoed in her heart, proclaiming, “My mercy over you is everything.” The words persisted and transformed into a beautiful song that took root in her soul. This divine encounter led her to reflect upon Romans 9:15-16, which underscores that God’s mercy is not dependent on human desire or effort but is a divine gift.
“Everything” is a testament to the boundless mercy and compassion of God. Khati Berry’s heartfelt lyrics convey the message that God’s mercy transcends human striving. It’s a reminder that His grace makes things easier for us, reminding us that His mercy is real and ever-present.
The release of “Everything” and its accompanying music video is Khati Berry’s way of sharing this divine message with the world. She believes that this song will resonate deeply with others, offering solace, hope, and a profound connection with the Almighty.
The audio is available now on all music streaming platforms and the full music video can be viewed on her YouTube channel – Khati.
ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, the only US PRO that operates on a not-for-profit basis, tonight honored the songwriters and publishers of Christian music’s 25 most-performed songs of the past year at an exclusive celebration for its ASCAP Christian Music Award winners in Nashville.
Top honors were awarded to the following:
● Christian Music Songwriter of the Year: Brandon Lake
● ASCAP Golden Note Award: Matthew West
● Christian Music Song of the Year: “In Jesus Name (God of Possible),” David Spencer, David Spencer Songs, Essential Music Publishing LLC
● Christian Music Publisher of the Year: Capitol CMG Publishing
This marks artist and songwriter Brandon Lake’s first ASCAP Songwriter of the Year honor with five most-performed songs: “Ain’t Nobody,” “Gratitude,” “Honey in the Rock,” “Same God” and “This Is Our God.”
A Grammy Award-winning artist for his work with Maverick City Music, Lake leads the upcoming Dove Awards nominations with a total of 11 including Artist of the Year, three Song of the Year nominations for titles on which he was a co-writer, and four Worship Recorded Song of the Year nominations on which he also was a co-writer.
Lake will release his Coat of Many Colors LP on October 20. Gospel Music Association President and Executive Director Jackie Patillo congratulated Lake as part of a video tribute at the party.
After personal remarks from film star Dennis Quaid (who recently released Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners), ASCAP Chairman of the Board and President Paul Williams presented artist and songwriter Matthew West with the ASCAP Golden Note Award, a special honor for songwriters, composers and artists who have achieved extraordinary career milestones.
A five-time Grammy nominee, West has had cuts by Rascal Flatts, Scotty McCreery, Casting Crowns (including back-to-back #1 singles), Michael W. Smith and Amy Grant, among others, and has notched 30 #1 songs as an artist and/or songwriter.
Amy Grant, Anne Wilson, Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns vocalist Mark Hall, A.J. Pruis, and Tim Tebow offered recorded messages of congratulations to mark the occasion.
As a songwriter and producer, David Spencer – co-writer of Song of the Year “In Jesus Name (God of Possible)” – has amassed over a quarter billion streams and has occupied the top spots on the Billboard and iTunes charts across multiple genres.
Recorded and released by Katy Nichole, “In Jesus Name (God of Possible)” was a #1 hit on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs and Christian Airplay charts. Spencer and Jamie Rodgers, Vice President of Essential Music Publishing, the song’s publisher, accepted the award.
Brandon Lake Named ASCAP Christian Music Songwriter Of The Year At 45th Celebration
The ASCAP Christian Music Publisher of the Year Award was given to Capitol CMG Publishing for a remarkable 21st consecutive year with an impressive 10 award-winning titles, including: “Build a Boat” (performed by Colton Dixon), “New Creation” (Mac Powell), “Same God” (Elevation Worship feat.
Jonsal Barrientes), “See Me Through It” (Brandon Heath) and “Sunday Sermons” (Anne Wilson). Capitol CMG Executive Vice President Casey McGinty, VP Administration and Operations Kent Draughon and SVP A&R Karrie Dawley accepted the award for their team.
The party was hosted by Williams, Vice President of Nashville Membership Mike Sistad and Nashville Assistant Vice President, Strategic Services, Kele Currier before a crowd of distinguished songwriters, Christian music stars and music industry leaders. Notable songwriters and artists in attendance included Rachael Lampa, Colby Wedgeworth, and Ben Glover.
The Gospel Music Association (GMA) has announced the first round of performing artists for the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Performers include Brandon Lake, for KING + COUNTRY, Katy Nichole, Miel San Marcos, Pastor Mike Jr., Phil Wickham, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, and Zach Williams with Walker Hayes.
Host Tauren Wells announced performers live on-air with SiriusXM The Message’s The Olivia Lane Show. The GMA Dove Awards will air exclusively on TBN and TheTBN App, Friday, October 20th at 8:00 p.m. ET and 10:00 p.m. ET and the audio simulcast will air on SiriusXM’s The Message (ch. 63) and on the SiriusXM App.
An encore presentation of the broadcast will air on TBN October 27th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. ET and 10:00 p.m. ET.
Celebrated platinum-selling musician, preacher and public speaker, Tauren Wells, was recently announced as host and performer for this year’s awards. Tickets have sold out for the in-person Nashville event happening October 17th at the Allen Arena on the campus of Lipscomb University.
Key partners for this year’s Dove Awards include Christian non-profit Cantinas Arts Foundation, whose mission is to support artists who share their talent and faith through Arts and Media, WieRok Entertainment, an organization passionate about creating and supporting Christian creatives in making and distributing great content, and Lipscomb University, who is now in its 10th year as venue host for the Dove Awards.
Daywind Music Group artists received 8 accolades at the 2023 Singing News Fan Awards which were held September 29th at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Southern Gospel music fans voted in more than 20 categories to recognize their favorite artists, musicians, songwriters, and more.
Daywind Music Group represents some of the most gifted and talented Gospel artists across the industry who are all held in high esteem. Greater Vision and its members led the way with 4 awards, while Joseph Habedank, Jim & Melissa Brady, The Sound, and Karen Peck received 1 award each.
Dusty Wells, director of artists and repertoire for Daywind Music Group, commented,“We count it an incredible joy and honor to walk alongside these amazing artists and songwriters on their journey as they bring their music and stories and share their lives with us. They create true heart music that is making a difference.”
DAYWIND MUSIC GROUP WINNERS
Favorite Soloist- Joseph Habedank
Favorite Duet – Jim & Melissa Brady
Favorite New Artist – The Sound
Favorite Trio – Greater Vision
Favorite Tenor – Chris Allman
Favorite Songwriter – Rodney Griffith (24 time winner)
This Friday, October 6, nine-time GRAMMY Award nominee and Curb | Word Entertainment artist Natalie Grant will celebrate the release of her new album, Seasons, with a very special performance on FOX & Friends.
Backed by a full choir, Grant will share her soulful rendition of “You Will Be Found,” which reached Top 5 at Christian radio is currently in the Top 15 at mainstream A/C radio. Grant’s performance will air live around 8:50 pm EST on FOX & Friends.
This Friday, October 6th, Grant will release her latest album, Seasons. The 10-track album features Grant’s own twist on songs that have made a lasting impression on both her life as well as her illustrious career.
To create Seasons, Grant invited some of the top artists in their genres to join her including Dolly Parton on Whitney Houston’s “Step By Step,” Mary Mary with their first re-recorded version of the smash hit “Shackles (Praise You),” Tasha Cobbs Leonard on Paul Simon’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and her mother and daughters on Bob Dylan’s “Make You Feel My Love.”
The first single from Seasons, “You Will Be Found” with Cory Asbury, has resonated with audiences around the globe with over 20 million global on demand streams and reached No. 3 on Mediabase Audience Chart and the Top 20 on AC Radio.
Nine-time GRAMMY nominee Natalie Grant has remained one of Christian music’s top-selling artists since her 2005 breakout RIAA Gold-certified album, Awaken. Having been named Female Vocalist of the Year by the Gospel Music Association five times, Grant has propelled multiple singles and records to the #1 spot on the Billboard album charts. She’s the author of multiple books, including the Glimmer Girls series for tween girls.
A fierce advocate for social justice, she’s also the co-founder of Hope for Justice, an international non-profit organization with offices in 7 countries across 5 continents that works to end modern-day slavery. The singer and her husband, GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter/producer Bernie Herms, live in Nashville with their three daughters. Natalie’s new album, Seasons, will be out October 6th.
On October 6th, six-time GRAMMY-winner Amy Grantwill release a long-awaited, fan-anticipated project, Lead Me On Live 1989. Originally recorded during her Lead Me On World Tour in 1988-89, and mostly unreleased except for a few songs included on the 20th Anniversary Edition of the original “Lead Me On” album, this new collection of 18 tracks from the Ft. Worth, TX tour stop includes the full-concert experience.
Pulled from the vault 34 years later, this is the first-time fans will have the opportunity to experience all the songs from Grant’s biggest tour up to that point in her career. Prior to Grant’s global pop-star success with Heart In Motion, 1988-89 was a time of incredible audience growth for Grant and found her pulling out all the stops for an unparalleled experience.
Says Grant, “When I first heard the recordings from 1989 from the Lead Me OnTour, the thing that bowled me over was just what a talented band I had on the road. I have loved every band configuration I’ve ever had on the road, and all are so special to me, but there was something unique about that group of players and singers during the Lead Me On Tour.
First of all, there were so many of us on the stage and so many types of instrumentation like harmonica solos, flute solos, saxophones, mandolins, lots of keyboards, and stacks of vocals, it just felt like one big family reunion every night. The size and scope of the production and the big experience we were trying to create also made this tour very special.
The energy of the crowd felt like an infinite number 8 with energy coming from us on stage, circling through the audience, and then coming back to us, It brought back so many amazing memories. I’m so grateful we captured that moment in time.”
In the midst of those big-room moments, Grant still did what she does best: connect with people. Sometimes with a look, a wave, a smile, and at least one point every evening, during the song, “Everywhere I Go,” she asked her fans to join in on the connection by doing two simple things: Dip and sway.
Even three-plus decades later, these performances from Grant and this band underscore an artist coming into her own ever-changing identity (one that would morph again three years later with the worldwide success of Heart In Motion).
“What I loved with the Lead Me On Tour was that I got thrown into so many environments where people didn’t freely communicate about spiritual things,” Amy reflected in 2008. “That’s very different now because everybody communicates about all kinds of spiritual things.
Growing up somewhat of a maverick myself, I had always hated being preached to,” she continued. “I wasn’t about to do that to anybody else but rather make an experience available to somebody and kind of let them stumble into it or step into the water. And that was exhilarating.”
Lead Me On Live 1989 will be available in all digital formats plus as a 2-CD collection. iTunes will have the album for pre-sale with an instant great track, “Wait For The Healing,” starting September 15th. All-new merch, fan packs, and bundles for the project will also be available to fans at www.amygrant.com.
Additionally, the salvageable film footage from the 1989 Ft. Worth, TX, show that has been ‘in the vault’ will finally see the light of day on YouTube and social media platforms in the forms of music videos, shorts, reels, and more.
This fall, Grant will once again hit the road starting September 20th, performing her iconic hits along with selections from the Lead Me On Live 1989 project. Starting November 26th, Grant and her long-time friend and collaborator Michael W. Smith will begin their 2023 Christmas Tour.
Joined by special guest Michael Tait of the Newsboys, Grant, and Smith will co-headline nine holiday shows, including their first appearance together on New York City’s iconic Carnegie Hall stage (Dec. 5).
Following this will be one of Music City’s most treasured traditions with Grant and husband Vince Gill, their beloved “Christmas at the Ryman” residency. The 12-concert run is scheduled for December 13-14, 16-17, 19-20, and 22-23 and will once again feature matinee performances of the beloved show.
New York Times best-selling author and Lead Pastor of Elevation Church Steven Furtick will release a new book in February of 2024. DO THE NEW YOU: 6 Mindsets to Become Who You Were Created to Be will be Furtick’s first new book in seven years.
“Pastor Steven Furtick is among the most important and influential Christian communicators and creatives of his generation. Working with him to publish this insightful and invigorating book on connecting with our true and unique identity is a dream come true for me and for the team here at FaithWords,” said Vice President and Publisher Daisy Hutton.
DO THE NEW YOU is apowerful guide to living out God-given identity and calling. Furtick offers wisdom-packed and actionable principles meant to shift readers’ focus, feelings, and actions to align with God’s unique vision for each of us. These six simple but transformational statements that can be implemented anytime, anywhere, and at any stage in the reader’s journey:
I’m not stuck unless I stop.
Christ is in me. I am enough.
With God there’s always a way and by faith I will find it.
God is not against me, but he’s in it with me, working through me, fighting for me.
My joy is my job.
God has given me everything I need for the season I’m in.
“God isn’t just calling you to do you. He’s calling you to do the new you—the unique and powerful person he created and called you to be,” said Furtick.
Trip Lee releases new single “Standby,” his 5th new single this year, featuring Hulvey. With production from himself, Lasanna “Ace” Harris and Joel McNeill, this song is about trusting God to move amidst trials.
Following the release of his latest single, “Confetti,” where Trip talked about operating from a place of victory, Trip takes a few steps back with “Standby” to share with people what it looks like for him to trust God when you don’t feel victorious. “Standby, He can lift your burdens when your hands tied. Step outside, close your eyes, let Him shade you. I feel alive when I hide, cause I’m made to… (Standby),” says Hulvey on the hook, creating a beautiful picture of what it looks like to trust God practically for him.
Standby, featuring a hook performed by Hulvey and two verses from Trip, speaks to the desire Trip and Hulvey both have to have faith and trust in God over themselves when life gets hard. “I made this song for those times where we feel overwhelmed and anxious. I always need reminders to stop chasing fake peace and stressing myself about things that are out of my control,” says Trip. “Standby is a reminder that God loves to carry our burdens for us, and we don’t have to bear that weight alone.”
This is the first time Trip Lee has been on a song with Hulvey since 2020 on the 116 day release, “Live Forever.” When asked about working with Hulvey on this song Trip said: “I love Hulvey and we’ve gotten to build a friendship over the past few years. We’ve been on a song together, but we hadn’t made anything that was just us yet. When Hulvey came by my house earlier this year, our hearts happened to be on the same page and I think the song came together beautifully. We both loved it right away and couldn’t wait to share it with the world.”
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In April of this year, Trip released his first new single of 2023, “At The Cross” ft. Madison Ryann Ward kicking off his monthly release streak. Since then he’s released 3 more singles, “Lay Down,” “Glory,” and “Confetti” solidifying that he’s committed again to doing music. On top of that, he just fully release his first Podcast, “End.Notes.” Sponsored by VOICES of Our Daily Bread, Trip alongside his good friend and author, John Onwuchekwa, walk through his latest album, “The End,” track by track talking through the themes discussed and giving a peak into his creative process.
Trip Lee’s storied career began over a decade ago after a chance meeting with Lecrae and the Reach Records team at a show. 6 full length albums later and over 5 years of planting and pastoring churches, all while dealing with chronic fatigue, Trip is fully committed to music once again and ready to impact the world through hopeful lyricism and handcrafted sounds.
Looking toward the future, Trip’s aim is to “reframe and replace our vision of despair and deconstruction with hope and sanctification.” His new music is the fruit of his endurance and a reminder that even when we come to what feels like “the end,” There is More to The Story.
Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning music collective Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore & Naomi Raine announce the forthcoming release of ‘The Maverick Way Complete,’ arriving October 27 via TRIBL Records and available for preorder now. The 22-track project not only includes the tracks from the recently-released 6-track ‘The Maverick Way’ EP, but also features collaborations with Noah Schnacky, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Bobbi Storm, Travis Greene, Cody Carnes, Wande, and many more
Out now is the anthemic track “Good News,” which Moore & Raine performed on The Tamron Hall Show this morning (10.2). Featuring Todd Galberth, the praise-inducing song serves as a reminder of Jesus’ never-ending love.
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In 2022, Maverick City Music produced one of the biggest tours of the year, consistently ranking in the Pollstar Top 10 week after week, selling out arenas across America. On Tues., Oct. 31, they’ll take this new music on the road as they kick off a 16-date run with A-list performers, including Maverick City Music, Noah Schnacky, Travis Greene, Todd Galberth, Forward City Music, and JWLKRS.
‘The Maverick Way’ Tour
Tues., Oct. 31 | Symphony Hall | Springfield, MA
Wed., Nov. 1 | Toyota Oakdale Theatre | Wallingford, CT
Thurs., Nov. 2 | The Lyric | Baltimore, MD
Fri., Nov. 3 | Berglund Performing Arts Theatre | Roanoke, VA
Sat., Nov. 4 | Altria Theater | Richmond, VA
Sun., Nov. 5 | Columbia County Performing Arts Center | Evans, GA
Tues., Nov. 7 | Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts | Greensboro, NC
Thurs., Nov. 9 | Grand Rapids First | Grand Rapids, MI
Fri., Nov. 10 | The Sylvee | Madison, WI
Sat., Nov. 11 | Vibrant Music Hall | Des Moines, IA
Sun., Nov. 12 | Steelhouse Omaha | Omaha, NE
Tues., Nov. 14 | Armory | Minneapolis, MN
Thurs., Nov. 16 | Kansas City Music Hall | Kansas City, MO
Fri., Nov. 17 | Juanita K Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts| Springfield, MO
Sat., Nov. 18 | Peoria Civic Center Theater | Peoria, IL
Sun., Nov. 19 | Grove City Church of the Nazarene | Columbus, OH
Five-time GRAMMY-winning Maverick City Music is a multi-racial, multicultural, genre-bending group bringing hope and love to all.
The collective’s music brings awareness to topics like mass incarceration, Juneteenth and even the George Floyd injustice, addressing difficult cultural topics with love and inspiration. In 2022, Maverick City Music catapulted to a record-breaking and magnificent rise, winning BET Awards, Stellar Awards, NAACP Awards and more. In just under a year, they’ve performed mainstage at the BET Awards alongside Diddy and Faith Evans, joined NPR’s Tiny Desk, The View, and NBC’s TODAY Show.
They also swept the Christian and Gospel categories with four wins, tying Beyonce for the night. In addition to mainstream television, fans swarmed to hear and see the group live across the country. Maverick City Music’s headlining ‘The Kingdom Tour’ broke box-office records and landed in the Top 10 tours on Pollstar weekly.
Today, 15-year-old Christian music sensation Layla Capri announces the release of her latest single, “Good For Your Word” to Christian AC, Inspirational, and Praise & Worship radio formats. An independent artist with an undeniable talent, Layla’s single is set to uplift spirits across the globe.
“Good For Your Word” is written by Layla Capri herself and masterfully produced by Chris August. This release comes as the latest addition to her rich portfolio, which is set to solidify her mark in the Christian music world.
Layla’s first radio single, “Nothing More,” garnered significant acclaim, particularly within the indie music scene: – Debuted at #1 on CRC Weekly – Secured #1 on CRC Monthly – Dominated at #1 on CRC Quarterly
Dan DeBruler, General Manager at WLCN-FM, praised Layla’s talent, stating, “She really sounds good on the air. I hope to hear more from her.”
Layla Capri Releases “Good For Your Word” To Christian Radio
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Raised in a family where music and worship are foundational, Layla’s deep-rooted connection with her faith and her dedication to spreading the message of hope and peace are evident in her music. With influences from legends like Toby Mac and Kari Jobe, she has blossomed into a profound artist, ready to impact lives.
Layla Capri’s unyielding faith, powerful voice, and unwavering spirit are the driving forces behind her success. Inspired by Deuteronomy 31:8, Layla aims to share the message that the Lord is always by our side, guiding and protecting us.
