Now the News – ELI – ForeFront Records The unique style of this artist is bound to make big news as he gains more exposure. On ‘Now the News’ ELI addresses issues, comments on the world scene, uses biblical allusions, interprets modern media, and continues his poetic musical journey of socially and spiritually conscious lyrics. … Read more
326 total views
Contemporary Christian music lovers from across the region flocked to the campus of Bluefield College, Thursday, March 15 for a concert with rising new bands Solomon’s Wish and The Elms. Those who came enjoyed the sounds of contemporary rock, mixed with “a message for the soul.” Solomon’s Wish, a trio of contemporary Christian artists, who … Read more
373 total views
When Word Records founder Jarrell McCracken committed his sports broadcast-cum-sermon “The Game of Life” to vinyl in 1951 (the snippet you hear at the beginning of this CD), it’s not only safe to say that the thought never occurred to him that his company would lead the charge into a new era of religious-themed music, … Read more
278 total views
The Left Behind Tour brought some of Christian music’s best-loved veterans as well as some of its most promising newcomers to the stage of the People’s Church in Franklin in January. Interspersing scenes from the movie with songs by the artists, it was a high-tech evening. Kicking off with the high stepping girls from Shine … Read more
554 total views
Phil WilsonI imagine when most people picked up “The Michael W. Smith Project,” they didn’t expect to hear that coming off the LP or whatever it was people used back then. But including that song, “Looking Up,” and “Alpha Overture” (Is it just a little bit sad I know all of those songs without looking … Read more
295 total views
In a tradition that dates back to the early 90’s, we at Christian Activities try to review (briefly) every Christmas project we can get our hands on to give our readers a little idea of what kind of Christmas music is out there during each holiday season. While we stick pretty closely to the gospel/CCM … Read more
339 total views
Back in the 80’s, Ronn Huff started an annual holiday concert tradition with a mixture of traditional and contemporary carols, and Amy Grant was a favorite fixture at that concert. Since that time I have associated Amy Grant with a Tennessee Christmas, holiday music and the like. For the past seven, Amy has developed her … Read more
342 total views
With a combination of hard and soft acoustic rock, jazz, blues and a bit of folk, what more could someone ask for in a premier cd release? Wade Joye who originates from Columbia, South Carolina, has created a rock solid debut album that has a little something for everyone. Definitely one of the best debut … Read more
335 total views
I’ve been near musical theatre all my life: South Pacific, Jacques Brell, and Bash’n the Code. I’ve done my share of OpryLand shows, which brings me to “A Country Christmas.” This Show has been running since the “good years” at the park. OK I’m playing drums in the pit orchestra and we’re having a blast! … Read more
310 total views
Atlanta band Third Day played two sold out shows Oct. 28 at First Baptist Church in Franklin. This was their first ticketed concert in the area in over 4 years. This was also the “third day” of the Third Day tour. The band is touring behind its number 1 album Offerings that features new worship … Read more
348 total views
