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Unplugged With VOTA
I’ve been avidly collecting music since I was eight years old. For the past thirty years, something that’s been a big part of my identity is my love for music. When I was in my mid-twentie...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 29, 2011
#23 - Tracking and Touring
Although summer festivals are still in full swing, this week Twitter served as a platform for artists to talk about some exciting upcoming Fall tours. They also chronicled some memorable experiences f...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 26, 2011
#240 - "Motion of Mercy" by Francesca Battistelli
Fervent Records’ GRAMMY-nominated artist and reigning Dove Awards Artist of the Year, Francesca Battistelli, is keeping busy with hit song after hit song, spreading her catchy tunes and the mess...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 26, 2011
Switchfoot Living in the Tension
Boldness and doubt. Purpose and apathy. Settlement and wandering. The themes scattered throughout Switchfoot's eighth studio album, Vice Verses tackles the juxtapositions of life – the quandarie...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 26, 2011
Peanut Butter, Jelly and Shine Bright Baby
Few bands can simultaneously pull off the qualities of “Ohio's New Kids of Rock,” Shine Bright Baby stage presence, energy, silliness, artistry, professionalism and a common-man demeanor t...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 25, 2011
#239 - "Alive In You" by Laura Kaczor
CCM artist Laura Kaczor (prounounced kuh-ZURE) continues to generate buzz while building a loyal fan base, as she is rapidly gaining momentum. Kaczor’s current single, “Alive in You,&rdquo...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 25, 2011
Fall 2011 New Music Preview Part 1 of 2
Fall is a busy time of year for many reasons. It’s a time of transition. Hot, muggy weather becomes cool and brisk. For students, days filled with sleeping in and no homework turn into endless d...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 25, 2011
John Mark McMillan Getting Raucous Portland Style
John Mark McMillan's latest traveling show was called “A Mighty Raucous Evening” tour, but when you come to Portland, Ore., all behavioral bets are off. The coffee-sipping, microbrewing, h...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 19, 2011
#238 - "Hold Me" by Jamie Grace
Spend any time at all with Jamie Grace, and it’s obvious that she’s special. Her infectious smile, bright eyes and her expressive way with words are all telltale signs this is one unique g...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 19, 2011
#237 - "Suitcases" by Dara Maclean
Musical depth and Christian joy have rarely come together as compellingly as they do in the music of Dara Maclean. Hers is a joyful mix of pop idioms and eternal truths, danceable beats and the good n...
Christian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday Jul 18, 2011