CA Music Notes: What’s going on inside the Christian Music and Entertainment Industry in September 2026 featuring Dolly Parton, Bash-N-the-Code, Skillet, Amy Grant, Bill and Gloria Gaither, Oak Ridge Boys, Chris Tomlinson, Mark Wills, more!
September
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Nashville Convention Center reports:
Keith & Kristyn Getty Host 250 Years of American Hymnody at Live Sing! Conference Celebration
On Tuesday evening, September 8, Keith & Kristyn Getty and special guests will lead a live celebration of 250 years of American hymnody from the Sing! Conference in Nashville. The special concert, part of the 10th anniversary Sing! 2026 gathering, will feature songs that have carried the truths of Scripture across generations, tracing the heritage of sacred song from early…
The Oak Ridge Boys Announce Buried Treasures Album Out October 30 – New Single Available Now
Country Music Hall of Fame members The Oak Ridge Boys have announced Buried Treasures, a deeply personal new album arriving October 30 via Lightning Rod Records. The title track, “Buried Treasure,” is available today, and album pre-orders are now open. Recorded in Nashville and produced by Anderson East with executive producer Dave Cobb, the collection brings the group’s signature harmonies…
Cheekwood Dog Nights of Summer 2026: A Festive Evening with Pups, Music & Gardens in Nashville
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens in Nashville closed out its Dog Nights of Summer 2026 series on Thursday, August 27, with a lively dog-friendly evening of music, food trucks, and garden strolls. Held every Thursday in August as part of Thursday Night Out, the final night featured a performance by Satin Dollz and drew members and guests ready to enjoy the…
Bash-n-the-Code: The 1989 Chapter and the People Behind the Music
In the late 1980s, Contemporary Christian Music was expanding in several directions at once. Arena rock had its champions, thoughtful singer-songwriters were finding wider audiences, and a brighter, more theatrical strand of pop was also taking shape. One of the groups that embodied that brighter side was Bash-n-the-Code (sometimes styled Bash ’N The Code, later simply Bash). The band’s roots…
Bill and Gloria Gaither Host You Are Loved Homecoming Premiere at Franklin Theatre Sept. 21
Bill and Gloria Gaither will host a special red-carpet premiere and screening of You Are Loved: A Tribute to the Songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither at The Franklin Theatre in Franklin, Tennessee, on Monday, September 21, 2026. The event precedes the project’s official release on September 25 from Gaither Music Group and brings together artists who participated in the…
Sing! SEPTEMBER 7–9 · GAYLORD OPRYLAND · NASHVILLE
Join the ten-year anniversary gathering of Sing! in Nashville as we mark 500 years of the English New Testament and consider how God’s Word shapes worship, discipleship, ministry, and everyday life. Sing! takes place Sept. 7-9 at Gaylord Opryland in Nashville.
Skillet Announces “Comatose: 20 Years, Still Screaming Tour” for Fall 2026
Rock powerhouse Skillet has officially announced their highly anticipated Comatose: 20 Years, Still Screaming Tour. Produced by Live Nation, this major fall 2026 headline run celebrates two decades of the multi-platinum album Comatose while delivering fresh music from one of rock’s most … Read more
Chris Tomlin Announces Return of Worship Under The Stars for Fall 2026: Three Iconic Outdoor Nights
~ Chris Tomlin Announces Second Season of the First-Of-Its-Kind Concert Series ~ Grammy-winning worship leader Chris Tomlin, hailed by TIME magazine as the “most often sung artist in the world” and known for his 21 No. 1 radio singles, more than 12 million albums sold, and over 8 billion global streams, is bringing back his acclaimed first-of-its-kind concert series, Worship Under…
The Love Your Neighbor Tour arrives in Nashville on Tuesday, September 8, offering an intimate evening of music, stories, and connection along with a special sneak peek of the upcoming film Brotherhood: A Cinematic Musical. The event features lead actors Mauricio Martínez and Casey Elliott, together with writer, composer, and director Ross Boothe, ahead of the film’s theatrical release…
Mother Nature Always Points to Father God
Scripture opens our eyes to a profound truth: all creation itself worships and acknowledges its Maker. The psalmist declares, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands” (Psalm 19:1). Day after day and night after night, the created order pours forth speech about the Creator’s power, wisdom, and beauty—without words, yet unmistakably. Psalm…
October
Bash-N-The-Code 40th Anniversary Reunion Concert in Brentwood, TN – October 3, 2026
Bash-N-The-Code 40th Anniversary Reunion Show: Classic Christian music fans have a rare chance to relive the high-energy 1980s sound of Bash-N-The-Code when the pioneering CCM band stages its 40th anniversary reunion show on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Roy E. Barberi Theatre in Brentwood, Tennessee. The one-night-only performance runs from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. CDT, offering a nostalgic night…
Skillet Announce After the Storm EP Out October 9, Drop New Single “Lift Me Up”
Multi-Platinum rock band Skillet has announced its new independent EP, After the Storm, set for release on October 9, while unveiling the project’s newest single and anime-inspired lyric video, “Lift Me Up,” available now on all platforms. Coming on the heels of the band’s latest single “Scream,” which has already surpassed 7 million global streams, the six-song EP arrives during…
November
Mark Wills Grand Ole Revival Album Announced: Live Gospel Recording from the Grand Ole Opry Out Nov. 6
Grand Ole Opry member and country hitmaker Mark Wills returns to his roots with Grand Ole Revival, a rare live album of timeless country gospel songs recorded inside the historic Grand Ole Opry Circle and set for release on November 6, 2026, with Gaither Music Group. The project features an all-star lineup of country and gospel legends…
Daniel in the Lions’ Den Nashville: New Family Musical at TPAC Polk Theater November 14
Families in Nashville and across the Southeast are in for an exciting treat this fall as The Originals Live brings one of the Bible’s most inspiring stories to the stage with Daniel in the Lions’ Den, an all-new live familymusical adventure. The production makes its Nashville debut at TPAC’s Polk Theater on November 14, 2026, as part of a…
Amy Grant The Me That Remains: Nashville Concerts, Tour Dates
The full list of Amy Grant’s 2026 concert dates through December
Movies & Shows
10 Best Christian Movies Streaming or in Theaters Summer 2026
Looking for the best Christian movies streaming or playing in theaters right now? Faith-based films with powerful Christian messages continue to inspire audiences in 2026, offering stories of redemption, providence, identity in Christ, and living out the Gospel. Whether you prefer biblical epics, true-life dramas, or modern inspirational stories, this list highlights 10 top movies currently available to stream…
Books
How to Promote Your Book on a Shoestring Budget 2026
The Essential Marketing Guide for Authors — Third Edition (Coming Soon) “This isn’t publishing theory from someone who’s never signed a book — it’s a hands-on, fill-in-the-blank workbook built from four decades of real mistakes, real successes, and real dollars spent, so you don’t have to learn the hard way too.” Photo: First and Second Editions side by side 20-year…
Former Psychic Medium Jenn Nizza Warns New Age Practices Are Infiltrating the Church
Former professional psychic medium Jenn Nizza is sounding an urgent alarm that New Age practices such as tarot, astrology, and mediumship are no longer confined to occult circles but are increasingly influencing Christian culture and targeting young people. In her new book Darkness in Disguise: A Biblical Warning About Spiritual Deception in Our Culture, the Long Island author shares her…
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