Hugh Wetmore is a songwriter and student of worship trends. He invites you to join the worship conversation by commenting on his monthly column. Did you enjoy music over the Christmas season? I hope so, for this is always a time of music and singing. I was exposed to some […]
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MercyMe releases touching love song about the Holy Spirit
Originally published in Charisma News MercyMe’s latest single is a love song dedicated to a surprising subject: the Holy Spirit. Lead singer Bart Millard shares how the Holy Ghost has driven out all fear from his life, building to a powerful crescendo.
Matt Redman shares the real story behind his viral megahit
Originally published in Charisma News 10 000 Reasons is a modern classic for many worship teams across the country. But the song actually came to Matt Redman fairly late during the writing of his new album. He explains what inspired that song in this behind-the-scenes interview.
Lauren Daigle and Chris Tomlin raise a ‘Christmas alleluia’ in viral video
Originally published in Charisma News Chris Tomlin, Lauren Daigle and Leslie Jordan (from All Sons & Daughters) teamed up to sing a very special Christmas song live. Their moving performance of “A Christmas Alleluia” generated over 3 million views by Christmas day.
Christian singer Carman gets married in ‘real miracle story’
Originally published in The Christian Mail Well-known Christian singer Carman Licciardello, known simply by his stage name “Carman,” recently tied the knot in what he called a “miracle story.” Carman has achieved a lot of success in his music career. He has sold over 10 million records and has received […]
Justin Bieber sends powerful whiteboard message about Jesus to his fans
Originally published in Faithwire Pop star Justin Bieber is once again speaking out about Jesus, with the singer posting a photo on Instagram of a message that he recently wrote on a white board — a proclamation that encourages his fans to turn to God in their times of need. […]
“Alles” – Retief Burger releases new album
Retief Burger, renowned Afrikaans Christian singer, just released his latest album titled – Alles. He is excited about sharing the new worship music with the Christian community. The album was recorded during a live performance with an audience of about 500 people. Burger, the leading pastor of the Every Nation […]
New revival space created in Cape Town
A monthly Sunday evening Revival Hub from 5pm in the auditorium of Bergvliet Secondary School has been launched to create a space where the glory, fire and now-prophetic word of the Lord can be experienced under an open heaven in Cape Town, says Prophetess Belinda Spannenberg of Prophetic Edge International. […]
Former Tree 63 frontman John Ellis releases debut praise and worship album
Since his major label debut as frontman for the internationally renowned, GMA Dove Award-winning, local rock band, Tree 63, John Ellis has become a stalwart of the artistic and song-writing community. An ASCAP Vanguard Award-winning songwriter, Ellis has garnered massive radio success, both locally and internationally, for writing and recording […]
Dove Awards 2017: MercyMe, Reba McEntire, CeCe Winans top honours
Originally published in USA Today It was a triumphant night for MercyMe at the Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. The contemporary Christian music band was named Artist of the Year at the 48th annual ceremony, which took place Tuesday in Nashville. The band’s winning evening also included an Artist Songwriter […]

