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Monday April 30, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 8:38AM EST on April 30, 2007
DecembeRadio hit the scene last year in a big way. Its self-titled debut project on Slanted Records has brought the group numerous accolades, including a GRAMMY® nod. Now, DecembeRadio is up for “Song of the Year” (for “Drifter”), “New Artist of the Year,” “Rock Album of the Year” and “Rock Recorded Song of the Year” (for “Dangerous”) at this week’s 38th Annual GMA Music Awards.

Listen in as CCM chats with three-fourths of DecembeRadio about life, success and the road (to both). And remember, Dove statuettes will be handed out on April 25, 2007, at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN. The awards show will be televised in national syndication in May (check CCMmagazine.com later this month for air dates/times). Also stay up-to-date on what’s going on in music with this month’s issue of CCM Magazine via a digital subscription.
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Monday April 23, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:07AM EST on April 23, 2007
Nicole C. Mullen just released her ninth studio album, Sharecropper’s Seed, Vol. 1 (Word), to great anticipation and acclaim. The project overflows with organic instrumentation and guitar-led melodies, combining inspirational praise and worship styles with rich percussion and funky urban rhythms. CCM recently spent some time with Nicole, which means YOU get the inside track! Also be sure to check out all the great music coverage (including a review of Sharecropper’s Seed) in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:03AM EST on April 23, 2007
Yo! Dawg! Yes, that’s the extent of our coolness, but never fear! We’ve got two-time Dove Award-winning rapper KJ-52 in the house. His brand new release, The Yearbook (BEC), treats listeners to a musical flashback of school days and life lessons learned. So, class, pay attention as CCM talks with KJ. And your homework? Check out all the great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Monday April 16, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 11:54AM EST on April 16, 2007
Prior to the recent release of her second studio recording, Painting the Invisible (Sparrow), Vicky Beeching takes a moment to chat with CCM Magazine. Produced by Ed Cash (Bethany Dillon, Chris Tomlin) and Nathan Nockels (Matt Redman, Downhere), Painting the Invisible features 11 songs penned by Beeching, as well as collaborations with Matthew West, Joy Williams and Ed Cash. Touring this spring with Rebecca St. James and Delirious, Vicky Beeching is a fourth generation worship leader, music prodigy and songwriter, who also holds Theology degrees from Oxford University. Color us impressed! After you’ve heard the interview, be sure to further elucidate yourself (yep…that’s our shout-out to Oxford English!) by reading all the great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 11:50AM EST on April 16, 2007
Artist/producer/composer Bebo Norman’s critically-acclaimed Between the Dreaming and the Coming True (Essential) is nominated this year for “Pop/Contemporary Album” at the 38th Annual Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Awards. This year’s Doves will be handed out on April 25 at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville and will be televised in national syndication in May (check CCMmagazine.com later this month for air dates/times). Between the Dreaming and the Coming True, Norman’s fifth major studio project, may have released last September…but Bebo is still going strong! Plus, he’s really excited! Why? It may have a little something to do with Smith Norman. You’ll just have to listen to find out! Oh, and after you’ve heard this interview, be sure to check out all the great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Wednesday April 11, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 1:15AM EST on April 11, 2007
Rush Of Fools is slated to release its self-titled debut project May 8 on Midas Records. The group was discovered after Band With a Mission, a resource helping independent Christian music artists to harness their gifts and develop effective ministry tools, chose Rush Of Fools as their 2006 winner. Rush Of Fools has already enjoyed impressive radio chart action with the release of its debut single, “Undo,” which saw numerous adds well before its official add date, and is currently on the “World On Fire” tour. Rush Of Fools consists of Wes Willis (lead vocals, electric guitar), Kevin Huguley (lead vocals, electric and acoustic guitar), Jacob Chesnut (bass, vocals), Jamie Sharpe (drums, vocals) and JD Frazier (electric guitar, keys, vocals). CCM Magazine recently met up with Wes and Kevin during a brief pit stop in Nashville. After you’ve learned more about this great new band, check out all the other great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 1:10AM EST on April 11, 2007
Phoning in from the bus en route to the next stop on the “Days of The Reckoning Tour” (presented by Invisible Children), Pillar lead singer Rob Beckley recently spoke with CCM Magazine. Since its Dove Award-winning debut, Above, in 2001, Pillar has tallied up eight No. 1 radio singles, twelve Top 5 hits, four Dove Awards, seven national headlining tours, covers of numerous national magazines, album sales into the hundreds of thousands and numerous concert dates during which the band members have played for millions. The Reckoning (Flicker), which released last October, is the band’s fourth full-length studio project. Pillar is: Rob Beckley, vocals; Lester Estelle, drums; Noah Henson, guitar; and Kalel, bass. After you’ve heard the interview, be sure to read all the great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.

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Wednesday April 4, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 1:05AM EST on April 4, 2007
CCM's own columnist Nichole Nordeman recently released RECOLLECTION: The Best Of Nichole Nordeman (Sparrow), a 17-song retrospective painting musical highlights from her discography, which spans four studio recordings. This comprehensive album includes critically acclaimed career songs "Holy," "Every Season" and "Legacy" and adds two new songs, "Sunrise" and the 2007 Women Of Faith anthem "Finally Free." Nordeman also graces the cover of the
current issue of CCM Magazine, for which she also penned the cover story! CCM spoke with Nichole about her new album, her CCM column, "Loose Ends," and this month's cover feature. Listen now and get all the inside information! Also make sure you catch all the great music coverage in this
month's issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 12:32AM EST on April 4, 2007
Waking Up , the third studio recording from critically acclaimed Sparrow singer/songwriter Bethany Dillon , releases this week. Produced by Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin), Will Hunt (Shawn McDonald) and John Alagia (John Mayer, Dave Matthews), the album showcases 13 tracks, all penned by Dillon, with four songs co-written by Cash. According to the current issue of CCM Magazine, Waking Up “could be a career album for the still young Bethany Dillon…giving listeners 13 melodic reasons to fall in love with this young songstress all over again.” Bethany recently checked in with CCM while on the road touring. Listen in as we get the scoop on Waking Up. And be sure to read all the great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription .
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Monday March 19, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 11:04PM EST on March 19, 2007
Near the end of January, Beach Street/Reunion Records recording artist John Waller took some time out of his busy schedule preparing for the release of his solo debut, The Blessing, to relive a few memories from his school days for the current issue of CollegeBound, a digital edition of which is available on CCMmagazine.com. And after you’ve read the new CollegeBound, check out all the great music coverage in this month’s issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 10:53PM EST on March 19, 2007
Group 1 Crew’s critically acclaimed self-titled major label debut recently released nationwide, and CCM met up with G1C’s Manwell, Blanca and Pablo as the street date fast approached. It was February 15. Love was all around. Check it out! And be sure to keep your finger on the pulse of what's happening in Christian music with a digital subscription to CCM Magazine.
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Monday March 12, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:17AM EST on March 12, 2007
If you haven't yet heard, the Year of Third Day has begun! Chronology, Volume One (1996-2000) (Essential) releases March 27, and CCM recently checked in with Third Day's Mark Lee to get the scoop. Be sure to keep your finger on the pulse of what's happening in Christian music with a digital subscription to CCM Magazine.
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Monday March 5, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:50AM EST on March 5, 2007
TobyMac has just released Portable Sounds (ForeFront) to great critical acclaim. Oh, and did we mention it was the highest debut (No. 10) on the Billboard Top 200 chart last week?! Sounds like there's great fan acclaim, too! After you listen to the interview, check out our review of Portable Sounds in this month's CCM Magazine with a digital subscription.
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Monday February 5, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:38AM EST on February 5, 2007
Randy Travis is nominated for “Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album” for his project Glory Train (Word/WB) at this year’s GRAMMY® Awards. CCM recently caught up with Randy to discuss life, love and gospel music (well, at least 2 of the 3!). Listen in now, and be sure to check out all the great music coverage in this month’s CCM Magazine with a digital subscription: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Monday January 22, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 11:17AM EST on January 22, 2007
In this year’s CCM Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards, Rebecca St. James took home her fourth consecutive “Best Female Artist” title! Listen in as CCM’s Kristi Henson catches up with Rebecca for an update.

Then, be sure to check out the article in the January Readers’ Choice Awards issue with a digital subscription: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Monday January 8, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:54AM EST on January 8, 2007
CCM Magazine readers recently voted to induct Wayne Watson into the “Hall of Fame,” which is no small honor! Here with his acceptance speech...well, really it’s more of an interview...but he does want to thank the academy...OK...maybe not. Just listen in CCM’s Kristi Henson catches up with this living legend!

Be sure to check out CCM Magazine’s 2007 Readers’ Choice Awards in the current issue: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Monday January 1, 2007
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 11:00AM EST on January 1, 2007
Here’s looking forward to a great 2007, beginning with a series of featured podcasts from CCM Readers’ Choice Award winners! To start us off, check out Best Male Artist Jeremy Camp and his wife Adie, who fill us in on life in their camp.

Then read about all the Readers’ Choice Award winners in the January issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Monday December 18, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:04AM EST on December 18, 2006
What does Leigh Nash want for Christmas? Well, we know she’s Wishing for This. OK...actually, that’s the title of her new Christmas EP available at iTunes. Listen in as she tells us about this new project.  Also, read all the CCM Magazine reviews of this year’s new holiday albums with a digital subscription: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 8:58AM EST on December 18, 2006
Moya Brennan is having an Irish Christmas…and you can, too! :) Listen in to the conversation as Moya discusses her Christmas album and another recent release with CCM. Then, check out the story on Moya in the December issue of CCM Magazine with a digital subscription: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Monday November 20, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:18AM EST on November 20, 2006
This buzz band recently released its self-titled debut. Join CCM as we check in with DecembeRadio’s Eric Miker for an update on the band’s activities! For more info on DecembeRadio, visit www.decemberadio.com


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Monday November 13, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 10:05AM EST on November 13, 2006
Brandon Heath recently released his critically acclaimed debut, Don’t Get Comfortable (Reunion). Why shouldn’t we get comfortable? Listen in as Brandon explains. For more info on Brandon, check out brandonheath.net

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Monday November 6, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:49AM EST on November 6, 2006
Third Day is in the holiday spirit with the recent release of Christmas Offerings (Essential). Check out CCM’s conversation with Mac Powell to find out why it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

And pick up a copy of the December issue of CCM Magazine for a feature story on Third Day’s Christmas project. Better yet, subscribe digitally here: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm

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Tuesday October 31, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:47AM EST on October 31, 2006
Leeland’s critically acclaimed debut, Sound of Melodies (Essential), released in September to the thrill of music fans nationwide! CCM’s Kristi Henson follows the group in CCM Magazine’s “Band Wagon” column, and she recently checked in with guitarist Jeremiah Wood to get an update.

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Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 9:43AM EST on October 31, 2006
Red recently released a buzzed about debut, End of Silence (Essential), and CCM’s Kristi Henson recently caught up with guitarist Jasen Rauch to get the 4-1-1 on this band!

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Monday October 30, 2006
Permalink Posted by: Keith Troup - Rhythm Of Light at 12:56PM EST on October 30, 2006
The members of Pillar recently dropped by their record label to present their latest release, The Reckoning (Flicker), to the staff. Listen in to get the scoop! Then, be sure to check out the feature story on Pillar in the October issue of CCM Magazine. Get a digital subscription here: https://secure.oneplace.com/digitalsubscriptions/digitalsubscribe.aspx?mid=ccm



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