Today, rising vocal powerhouse Anna Golden joins Sadie Robertson Huff on the WHOA That’s Good Podcast to share all about her new album ‘Church’ (8.11), her ministry career and so much more.
Golden’s new album ‘Church’ is a testimony to the power of perseverance through pain, as Golden’s passion for ministry shines through across ten anthemic tracks.
Golden discusses the following on the episode:
* The heart behind her new album ‘Church’
* The advice that helped her moved forward after breaking off an engagement
* The beauty and spirit of youth, and why it’s OK to act your age
* Growing from painful experiences without becoming bitter
* The importance of having difficult conversations with people we love when needed
* How therapy and faith are not mutually exclusive and how she used each to guide her healing journey
Golden grew up spending her time in and out of LA audition rooms before leaving prospects of fame behind to pursue full-time ministry. Her career changed forever when she was connected with GRAMMY-winner Tasha Cobbs Leonard, who chose Anna as the debut signee to her TeeLee Records label.
GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilsonwas rendered speechless as her Capitol Christian Music Group team surprised her with a celebration to announce that her debut single “My Jesus” is now certified PLATINUM by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The “deeply personal breakout ballad” (Billboard) has continued to fuel Wilson’s unstoppable career as it notched over one million units sold and counting, with numerous awards and accolades to its name.
Wilson’s momentous week extended to her debut performance at a Country award show during Monday night’s ACM Honors. She graced the historic Ryman stage alongside Jordan Davis to perform the double-Platinum, ACM Award-nominated No. 1 song, “Buy Dirt.”
“What a moment for the Lord, for my sweet brother Jacob, for my family, for the writers and producers, for Capitol Christian, and for ALL who have walked this unexpected adventure,” shares Wilson. “To see what God has done out of the deepest pain is such a precious gift that He has given to all of us. GOD NEVER wastes our sorrows. He uses them in ways we cannot dream of. I can’t wait to hug my brother again and talk about all the things God has done. Jacob must be beaming in heaven right now sitting with ‘My Jesus.’”
Called to her musical mission in the wake of tragedy, Wilson’s “My Jesus” – an empowering anthem of personal conviction wrapped in uplifting, roots-pop energy – served as her warm introduction to fans in early 2021. After going viral upon release, the single’s music video reached 7M views in its first week and 23M to date. The track hit No.1 on Billboard‘s Christian Airplay chart, making her the first debut female Christian artist in chart history to reach No.1, and was nominated for a Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song.
The single also went on to be named ASCAP’s 2022 Christian Music Awards Song of the Year, reaching Spotify’s Viral 50, the Shazam Top 200 and Rolling Stone’s Top 25 Trending charts. To date, the song has accumulated 360M streams and 180M TikTok views in addition to notching PLATINUM status.
Photo ID (L-R): CCMG’s Josh Bailey, David Gutekunst, Brad O’Donnell, Anne Wilson, Hudson Plachy, Karrie Dawley, Kenny Rodgers | Photo credit: Anna Moos
The follow-up to her introductory track was her now GRAMMY-nominated, 15-song debut album, My Jesus, which was released on April 22, 2022. As the biggest debut album by a CCMG artist in over 15 years, the “soul-touching record” (CMT) reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Christian & Gospel Albums and the Top 200 Christian and Gospel charts, topping her total global streams to over 722M.
As Wilson’s star continues to rise, she’ll embark on her first-ever headlining My Jesus Tour with special guest Josh Baldwin kicking off next Thursday. The nearly sold-out 20-stop tour begins on Sept. 28 in Houston, Texas and spans across the country with stops in major cities including Austin, Atlanta, Charlotte, Indianapolis and Chicago.
Earlier this summer, Wilson released “Seventh of June,” a deeply personal and heartfelt tribute to her beloved late brother Jacob. She also secured yet another Dove Award nomination for her 2022 Christmas project, The Manger, recognized in the category of Christmas/Special Event Album of the Year at the upcoming 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards, taking place at Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena on Tuesday, Oct. 17 and airs on Friday, Oct. 20 (8:00 pm ET and 10:00 pm ET) on TBN and the TBN app.
Multi-GMA Canada Covenant Award-winners Love & The Outcome return with the recently-released “Human,” a buoyant pop anthem signaling the husband/wife duo’s emergence from one of the toughest seasons of their life. The Curb | Word single, written by Love & The Outcome’s Jodi King along with Taylor Agan and Jonathan Gamble—who also produced the track—was inspired by the couple’s journey to rebuild their lives after the loss of their home in a flood two years ago.
“I remember playing a show the week after our house flooded and the first thing that came out of my mouth when I stepped onstage was, ‘You don’t become a Christian and stop being human,’” shares Love & The Outcome’s Chris Rademaker. “I think we’ve always embraced a pretty honest perspective in trying to vulnerably share with our fans what we’re going through, but what has shifted now is a letting-go of being ‘professional Christians’—the ones with all the answers who tie a bow on all the hard things.”
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“We are human, transforming every day through our suffering to become more like Christ,” he adds. “We hope ‘Human’ helps people know that the story they are living is valid, and there’s no way to outrun God’s love for them. It’s ok to fall apart when you’re suffering. You’re not a bad Christian, you’re human.”
Further exploring the spiritual implications of loss and hardship, King’s 2020 WestBow Press title, You Got This, is set for reissue October 6 with five newly penned chapters. The 2023 edition, You Got This: A Guide to Living a Full Life in the Midst of Suffering. Detailing the challenges King and Rademaker’s family faced in the wake of their home’s destruction, the updated book also reveals how God strengthened their faith and expanded their understanding of suffering as they rebuilt their house.
“The first edition of the book was me sharing my life on the road as a mom, ditching perfect and showing up for my real, messy life,” King explains. “It was my way of redefining ‘you got this,’ not as a phrase that means you have it all together, but as an invitation to show up even when you don’t. Going through a season of suffering completely changed me, so these new chapters reflect how suffering can lead us to a deeper, fuller life. God is good; life is hard; it’s not one or the other.”
“There are three books of the Bible dedicated to lament, so I found myself in good company as I turned to those pages,” King continues. “There is room in the Gospel for grief. God doesn’t require a fake smile or a pull-yourself-up-from-the-bootstraps strength. He works just as well whether you’re up on your feet, down on your knees or lying in bed. I needed the book to reflect that—the fact that if your life is hard, you’re not doing it wrong…you’re doing it right.”
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Chesapeake, VA — Despite times of trial, singer Melinda Isley has discovered how sweeter life is when we’re truly walking with the Lord. Introduced to hospitals and sickness at a young age, Melinda developed a passion to help others as a pediatric physical therapist. Her work with the physically broken soon collided with a burden to help the spiritually broken through song.
Her music ministry is She has now released a new 4-song EP, COMFORT ZONES. The EP features her popular single “Praise Break” featuring LaToya “Sissy” Murphy and “Let Love Be Louder” featuring Earl Bynum. COMFORT ZONES is a smooth-flowing EP infused with Melinda’s soulful Gospel vocal delivery. Melinda adds vibe to the project with her single “Comfort Zones,” which gives the EP hip-hop heat.
Her “Comfort Zones” single features rap artists Chage3 and Brea Miles. The single is written as the anthem and testimony for Melinda’s journey of trusting God as He continually takes her out of her comfort zone.
Proverbs 3:5 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. The chorus of the single articulates the application of this scripture by stating, “Trust and know that comfort zones got to go.”
Additionally, Melinda has released the official music video for “Comfort Zones” on her Vevo/YouTube channel.
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“Comfort Zones” is co-written by the powerhouse Revival Music Company team of Terrance Howell, Jesse Wood, and Stuart McCloud. Melinda’s EP is available now on all digital music platforms and is released by Revival Music Co.
IVAV recording artist Ty Brasel releases the official music video for “Your Love.” The video was directed by Cinemaddox, and the track was first released last month (August 11).
Fathom Events and Educational Media Foundation (EMF) are proud to bring this special concert event, “K-LOVE Live at Red Rocks,” to the big screen on Monday, November 6, and Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00 pm local time.
Experience what fans are calling the Christian music event of the year! Captured earlier this year, the film features live performances of brand-new songs, never-before-seen backstage footage, and behind-the-scenes content, plus exclusive interviews with today’s chart-topping Christian artists.
Witness a concert unlike any you’ve seen before, in theaters nationwide on November 6 and 7 only. The film, produced by Steve Gilreath, features performances from MercyMe, Zach Williams, Jeremy Camp, We The Kingdom, CAIN, Unspoken, Anne Wilson, Ryan Stevenson, Blessing Offor, Jon Reddick, and Hope Darst.
“The Red Rocks show has become an absolute highlight for our listeners and for the artists we’re privileged to host on that iconic stage each year,” says David Pierce, Chief Media Officer at EMF. “This event is not only breathtaking in real life but will be just as exciting to watch on the big screen. We are thrilled to bring such a huge production to theaters across the country.”
Tickets for the event can be purchased at Fathom Events or at participating theater box offices. For a complete list of theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website. (Theater locations are subject to change.)
The GMA Dove Awards sold-out Nashville event will be held on October 17th, 2023, and will air exclusively on TBN and the TBN app, Friday, October 20th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. ET and 10:00 p.m. ET
The Gospel Music Association is pleased to announce Tauren Wells as the host for the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Named the GMA Dove Awards Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in 2018, the eight-time winner and 17-time nominee will also be performing on the show. The GMA Dove Awards are happening live and in person in Nashville, TN, on October 17th, 2023 at the Allen Arena.
Tickets for the live show are sold out. Tune in to the broadcast exclusively on TBN and the TBN app, on Friday, October 20th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. ET and 10:00 p.m. ET, with an encore presentation on October 27th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. ET and 10:00 p.m. ET.
Tauren Wells Announced As Host & Performer For 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards
Tauren Wells is a celebrated platinum-selling musician, preacher, public speaker, and father, with eight GMA Dove Awards (including Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year and New Artist of the Year), 10 GRAMMY nominations, and a Billboard Music Award nomination.
In addition, Wells has achieved six number 1s, 330+ million career video views, and over 1.1 billion global streams to date and counting. Through his precise artistry, masterful lyrics, and dance-oriented performances, Tauren uniquely connects his contemporary Christian and Gospel sound with elements of pop, hip-hop, and R&B.
With “Joy In The Morning” (2022), his first record with Capitol Records/CCMG and third career album, he emphasizes his genre-bending musical talent and limitless creative range— drawing from a lifetime of influences across gospel, pop, R&B, and more.
Wells continues to inspire joy with his latest body of work Take It All Back. Released in August 2023, the four-song EP includes high-impact collaborations with We The Kingdom, Davies, and Fred Hammond, plus a powerful new version of “Crazy About You.”
Having toured with industry greats (Lionel Richie, Mariah Carey, etc.) and performing on Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, Tamron Hall Show, and The Kelly Clarkson Show, Wells most recently brought his show-stopping vocals and electrifying signature dance production across the U.S. with his “Joy in the Morning” headline tour.
Born and raised in Michigan, Tauren currently resides in Texas with his wife and four sons. In 2024, The Wells family will be opening a church in Austin, TX called the Church of Whitestone.
“I’m excited and honored to be hosting this year’s GMA Dove Awards – truly such a special celebration of Christian and Gospel music,” says Wells.
The theme for the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards is Joyful Echo. Isaiah 42:12 from The Message says, “Make God’s glory resound, echo His praises from coast to coast.”
“What Joyful Echo makes me think of is the writer in scripture that says one generation will tell another of the greatness of God. That essentially the goodness of God will be echoed from one generation to another,” says Wells. “What joy it brings the believer to be able to tell those coming from behind us how great, how good, how awesome God is.
It’s also cool to note that as you declare God’s praises and sing of His goodness, it reverberates throughout history the greatness of our God.”
Universal Orlando Resort is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup of Rock the Universe, Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, occurring January 26 and 27, 2024.
The rocking weekend kicks off Friday night with performances by GRAMMY-nominated rock band, We The Kingdom,GRAMMY award-winning rapper, LECRAE, and more.
The festival continues Saturday night with performances by Dove award-winning band, Casting Crowns, GRAMMY-nominated singer, Phil Wickham, GRAMMY award-winning singer, Brandon Lake, and more. For the entire weekend lineup, visit www.RocktheUniverse.com.
Beyond the main stage performances, Rock the Universe attendees can immerse themselves in a weekend full of inspiring worship experiences – including a powerful Sunday morning service to wrap up the faith-filled weekend.
Fans can keep the music flowing in a dedicated fan zone, featuring live performances from up-and-coming acts,and autograph sessions with participating bands and artists.
Tickets to Rock the Universe also include access to Universal Studios Florida’s most thrilling attractions during the event. Fans can take a break from the music and experience the newest addition to the park, Minion Land on Illumination’s Avenue, featuring the ground-breaking new attraction – Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast – where guests can blast their way to supervillain stardom.
Additional rides Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon, Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem, and Revenge of the Mummy will also be open to Rock the Universe attendees during the event.
Event Tickets and Group Vacation Packages are Now on Sale! Tickets to the ultimate faith-based music festival include admission to spiritual performances and exclusive access to popular Universal Studios Florida attractions during event hours. Fans can get 3 Parks for the Price of Two with the Rock the Universe offer this year.
Starting at $150.99 per person, a Rock the Universe 3-park Rock Your Weekend Ticket includes entrance to both Rock the Universe events, plus three days of admission to one theme park per day at Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay.
At the heart of the event, Rock the Universe supports youth group ministries and offers special pricing, exclusive vacation packages, benefits, and opportunities for groups of 10 or more. The Rock the Universe 3-Park Rock Your Weekend Ticket for groups starts at $132.99.
Groups who stay at one of Universal Orlando’s hotels will receive exclusive perks, such as Early Park Admission with valid theme park admission, complimentary shuttle transportation to Universal Orlando’s theme parks Universal CityWalk, and more.
To purchase Rock the Universe tickets and vacation packages, visit www.RocktheUniverse.com.
Today, GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE made a network TV appearance. They performed “Dreams” live on NBC’s ‘TODAY’ Show alongside Judah & The Lion. The song is featured on their newly released ninth studio album titled CAVES.
CAVES is a collection of awe-inspiring melodies, breathtaking instrumentation, and epic-scale energy, giving the band’s soul-probing approach a more extensive, more expansive new scope––one that American Songwriter writes is “brimming with anthemic, arena-worthy sounds” and has “larger-than-life productions.”
