Steven Curtis Chapman is already the most-awarded Christian music artist in history and as of this week, he continues his reign. His current radio single, “Don’t Lose Heart,” has hit No. 1, making it Chapman’s 50th career chart-topping song and the first artist to achieve this feat in the industry.

It was his single “His Eyes” from 1988’s Real Life Conversations album that put Chapman on the course to a plethora of No. 1 songs, a list that also includes “I Will Be Here,” “The Great Adventure,” “Dive,” “Live Out Loud,” and “For The Sake Of The Call.” Chapman shares this historic milestone with just a few select artists who boast 50 or more top radio hits, including Madonna, George Strait, and Conway Twitty.

“I’m completely blown away by the support for this song and for my music, even after so many years,” Steven Curtis Chapman exclaims. “To ever have a number one song at radio as an artist/songwriter is a dream come true, and to have fifty is simply unbelievable! This only happens because of an amazing team and a community of friends around me who have believed in the unbelievable. I’m grateful and humbled beyond words.”

“Don’t Lose Heart” was released in late 2022 and was the most-added song at radio for three straight weeks. As the first single from Chapman’s latest album, Still, he was inspired to write the song through his journey in the shallowed valley of grief and loss he and his family have traveled. He released a new version earlier this month featuring country artist Mitchell Tenpenny, a version that has quickly connected with listeners thanks to the song’s upbeat honesty and truth.

Holly Zabka, President, Provident Entertainment/Sony Music, shares. “We are so honored and excited to be a part of Steven’s 50th No. 1 song with ‘Don’t Lose Heart.’ This unprecedented and monumental achievement for Steven is a testament to the incredible artist and songwriter he is and can only be outshined by the countless lives that have been changed by his music.”

Chapman will be sharing “Don’t Lose Heart,” along with another fan favorite from the Still album, “Kindness,” as well as many of his top hits on tour. Kicking off this Friday, March 2, his “Still” Tour will hit 24 markets throughout the spring. Click HERE for the most updated tour schedule.

ICYMI: 5x GRAMMY-winning vocal powerhouse Naomi Raine and renowned vocalist TAYA joined forces to kick off Fox & Friends’ “Faith & Friends” concert series, which showcases some of the biggest names in Christian music leading up to Easter.

The two performed a never-before-heard mashup of “Jireh” and “Oceans” and gave fans a sneak peak of their co-headlining It’s Time Tour. Watch the full Fox & Friends performance, HERE.

The It’s Time Tour is a first-of-its-kind all female-led worship lineup that features co-headliners Naomi Raine, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, TAYA and Natalie Grant. Read more about the It’s Time Tour, HERE.

Naomi Raine & TAYA

Phat-E Production presents its flagship artiste Odeerih in the highly anticipated new single “Above All Things.” The new single is a worship song that has a tone of gratitude. It speaks of the sovereignty of God above every life vicissitudes.

The word of the Lord says we will have tribulations in this world but it also promises that Christ has overcome the world. This is what Odeerih expressed through worship in this new single. The power of God ensures that no matter what we go through, we will always come out on top.

About:

Ederin Precious known by her moniker Odeerih is a US-based Nigerian Gospel music minister. Among her recent awards is the “Outstanding Performance Award” by Praise Extravaganza USA. She has won various other awards, including “Women Walking in Light” in 2017, for the Best International Song.

She ministers both in English and African languages with a remarkable impact on her audience. More than an artist, Odeerih is an innovative tool of influence with a passion for mentorship and a prayer warrior with a love for intercession.

The result of this passion is the launch of the “Prayer for the Nation” and also “Healing and Deliverance through Prophetic Worship,” a global ministry that seeks to reach out to orphans and the destitute in our generation with the objective, not only to feed and clothe them physically but also to transform them spiritually with the love and power of God. To sharpen their knowledge and execution of their gifts and potential.

Minister Odeerih continues to brand herself as a multifaceted game-changer as she blazes her own trail with her music career and ministry efforts.

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GRAMMY, Stellar Award and DOVE Award winner Jonathan McReynolds performs “Your World” on The Kelly Clarkson Show this week. The performance can be seen below.

Last week McReynolds released his brand-new full-length album, MY TRUTH. MY TRUTH marks the fifth album release from the current 54th NAACP Image Award nominee. In celebration of MY TRUTH, McReynolds will embark on an 11-city tour, kicking off in Orlando, FL on April 13th. The MY TRUTH TOUR is in partnership with Compassion International.

Your World – Jonathan McReynolds

MY TRUTH was preceded by the Billboard #1 single, “Your World” – which spent 5 weeks at #1 on Billboard Gospel, “Your World” reminds the listener of God’s sovereignty – a bop, intentionally upbeat, and happy.

The song was written to help people lift the weights that hold them down. Known for bridging the gap between contemporary church music and the music of the past, Jonathan has included African American spiritual texts and the influences of Marvin Gaye. 

“Your World” will have listeners up moving and enjoying the beauty of God’s creation. Jonathan McReynolds shares, “This song reflects my evolution and growth. I am not the same person I was when I wrote my first album. Now, I am secure enough to take more risks and remove any limits to my creativity. It’s God’s World, and we are just living in it!”

 GRAMMY nominated music collective Bethel Music has released the next song from their much-anticipated forthcoming album, Come Up Here. The introspective song, “Surrounded by Holy,” recognizes that God is all around and takes the time to honor the vastness and majesty that He has created. 

When it is often difficult to see Him at work, “Surrounded by Holy,” is a reminder that He is good and all he has created is beautiful and all encompassing. Listen to “Surrounded by Holy” HERE.

Bethel Music has also released the official performance video for “Surrounded by Holy” which was recorded in the majestic Redwood Forest. Immediately following the video’s premiere fans can stick around for a YouTube exclusive “After Party” which takes viewers behind the recording process and shares a special message from Zahriya Zachary about the song. Tune in HERE.

Captured live in the heart of the Redwoods of Northern California, Come Up Here embodies everything that Bethel Music stands for musically, lyrically, and visually. With the breathtaking Redwood Forest as a backdrop, Come Up Here, is an invitation to look up and take in the full magnificence of the celestial evergreens and reflect on the beauty of God’s glory.

Surrounded By Holy – Bethel Music Ft. Zahriya Zachary

The stunning cinematography paired with songs that move the soul to respond make this project the most extraordinary endeavor Bethel Music has ever taken on.

The hope is that as each song is heard, the presence of the living God takes over whatever space the listener is in, and that they are able to encounter Him in a way never thought possible. Come Up Here will be released on March 17^th and is available for pre-save HERE.

This spring Bethel Music will embark on a series of worship nights throughout the US and Europe/UK. These dates will feature new songs from Come Up Here as well as the well-known anthems sung in churches around the world which Bethel Music has become known for.  Join Brian Johnson, David Funk, Paul McClure, Hannah McClure, and featuring Amanda Cook for the US dates and David Funk, Bethany Wohrle, and Zahriya Zachary for the European/UK dates in a night of worship, ministry, and encounter unlike anything Bethel Music has done before. Tickets are now on sale HERE.

 One House, has released its new single and music video for “Remain The Same,” (featuring Grammy award winner, Naomi Raine), this week!

Featuring GRAMMY award winning artist and songwriter Naomi Raine and Roosevelt Stewart “Remain The Same” magnifies the constant and consistent nature of God. From valley lows to mountain highs, whether tears are new or freshly dried, from trendy and new to that which has been canceled or forgotten – ONE remains the same throughout all generations.

Remain The Same – One House

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ONE HOUSE is an eclectic camp of writers, producers and cutting-edge creatives who formulate fresh musical and lyrical masterpieces that cut straight to the heart of every listener.

Pioneering a new sound between the Contemporary Christian Music and Gospel genres, their unique anthems instantly become unforgettable melodies of hope, identity and victory.

Founded by global leaders, entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, and pastors of ONE | A Potter’s House Church, Touré Roberts and Sarah Jakes Roberts — ONE HOUSE is the musical expression of their vision to see people from every walk of life encounter Jesus and discover their true, authentic selves beyond the four walls of traditional “church”.

Through their prophetic, transformative, and creative DNA, ONE HOUSE continues to break barriers and bridge generations through the power of authentic and transformative worship.

The indomitable voice of Whitney Houston lives on with the release of “He Can Use Me,” the powerful new single from I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston, the long-awaited new gospel album from the legendary singer.

“He Can Use Me” is a stunning early gospel recording by a then 17-year-old Whitney. This 1981 recording reveals how even at an early age, she could sing with emotional conviction, vocal power, range and dexterity — all hallmarks of what she would bring to her later recordings. The song is the second release from I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston, following the premiere earlier this month of “Testimony,” another gospel recording by Whitney.

The new song is one of six never-before-released tracks featured on the album, which is set for release on March 24, 2023 and will be accompanied by a documentary TV special and DVD. The album will be available on CD through Gaither Music Group and on all digital streaming platforms via Arista/Legacy Recordings (in cooperation with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston) and may be pre-ordered now.

Hosted by acclaimed GRAMMY-winning gospel singer CeCe Winans and produced by Barry Jennings, the documentary follows Whitney’s gospel journey from her first-ever performance in front of an audience to her many breathtaking appearances performing gospel songs to recording the soundtrack to the 1996 film The Preacher’s Wife, which became the best-selling gospel album of all time. The documentary TV special, I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston, will air on multiple TV networks, premiering Friday, March 24, at 8 p.m. ET on both UPtv and AspireTV.

He Can Use Me

The powerful “Sing Hallelujah (The Victory Song)” from Stockholm Worship presented by Hillsong drops today. As the second song now available from their upcoming live LP, Other Side, it follows “Radical Love (The Joy Song),” which released last month and kicked off the album’s pre-order campaign.

“When we wrote ‘Sing Hallelujah,’ I personally had a very challenging season behind me,” shares Stockholm Worship member and the song’s lead Jonatan Brandström, who co-wrote the song with Eric Liljero and Wilhelm Dahlroe. 

“Our longing was to write a song that helps us to turn our prayer, however broken and fragile the prayer might be, to praise! My favorite part is the bridge when we sing, ‘Sin where’s your power, death where’s your sting now, hell where’s your victory, we know, we know who won,’ what a powerful thing to declare whatever season you might find yourself in.” Click HERE to listen and below to view the live video.

Stemming from the loss of his infant son, Brandström based “Sing Hallelujah” on 1 Corinthians 15:55. The song exclaims,

Sing Hallelujah Lift Him High 

For He is risen from death to life 

The grave defeated, He is alive 

The Son of Heaven, Jesus Christ 

Sin, where’s your power? 

Death, where’s your sting now?
Hell, where’s your victory? 

We know, we know who won

Jesus Messiah

Champion of Heaven

Our King forever 

We know, we know who won 

It was last month when Capitol CMG announced their partnership with Stockholm Worship presented by Hillsong along with their 14-song live debut LP Other Side, releasing on March 24. For more than 15 years, Stockholm Worship, the creative team of Hillsong Sweden, has been leading worship every Sunday at its various locations around the country. Throughout that time, a desire and longing have been growing to bring forth new and fresh worship.

“We’re excited to tell everyone about this project that we’ve had in our hearts for quite a time now,” the team shares collectively. “We call it Other Side, not only because Stockholm is on the ‘other side’ of the world for most people, but mainly because there’s another side to whatever we’re going through when God decides to show up.”

The album was recorded last April on Easter when the members of Stockholm Worship filled their city’s iconic venue, Cirkus Arena. What came from that experience are songs with melodies and lyrics that express and capture the unique Swedish musical legacy.

A few of the songwriters involved in the project are Reuben Morgan (Hillsong Worship), Melody Wagner (Young & Free), Josh Grimmett (Goodboys), Eric Liljero (Cornerstone), and Nick Herbert (Worship Central), among many others.

Eric Liljero, Stockholm Worship’s creative pastor, concludes, “God has been breathing so evident on these songs and this project in our Hillsong church for months now. We’re so excited to finally tell the world about Stockholm Worship!”

Stockholm Worship – Sing Hallelujah

Introducing Sanye – the talented Afrogospel artist hailing from Warri South Local Government Area in Delta State, Nigeria. With a passion for music and a strong belief in its ability to connect people with their faith, Sanye has been writing gospel songs for years. We are excited to announce the release of her debut single, “The Hand Of God“, out now as of February 2023.

This uplifting track is a medley of original songs that express gratitude to God for His wondrous works. Sanye’s ultimate goal is to inspire listeners to place their trust in the Almighty and connect with Him through her music.

Join Sanye on her musical journey and experience the joy and inspiration of “The Hand Of God“. As a member of Living Faith Church aka Winners’ Chapel, Sanye’s message of faith and hope is sure to resonate with fans of gospel music worldwide.

The Hand Of God – Sanye

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Nigeria gospel music singer and recording artiste, Jimi Praise releases a brand-new song titled “Make A Way” produced by One House Music and Sound Ltd.

This is both a prayer and prophecy song that reassures, encourages, gives hope and confidence that our God will make a way even in spaces where impossibilities and perennial problems are challenging us.

According to the singer, “Disruptions and perplexing events are continuously occurring across the Globe, tragedies and calamities frequently happening in our Continent, the National space is not spared in these times of uncertainties and turmoil.”

“At the family, interpersonal and personal levels, humanity’s ability to cope with adversities continues to be stretched and challenged even to a breaking point.

The pandemic, war, insurgency and social upheavals are trending in multiple geographies.

At this defining moment in the nation, at this crossroad, divine direction and intervention is the only sustainable solution.” – She says.

The Way Maker is here! The God that Makes a Way is with you!

Make A Way – Jimi Praise

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