Nashville, Tenn. (November 14, 2014) – In the midst of promotion for Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit of Christmas, which quickly hit No. 1 on the Billboard Holiday Albums chart, three-time GRAMMY® winner Michael W. Smith was named Philanthropist of the Year by the Nashville Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).
Nashville, Tenn. — Passion: The Essential Collection released this week, highlighting the best moments of Passion since its inception in 1997. The album includes some of the most-sung worship songs of all time led by renowned worship leaders such as Chris Tomlin, Kristian Stanfill, Matt Redman, David Crowder*Band, Christy Nockels and Charlie Hall.
Atlanta, Ga. — CURE International, the largest provider of reconstructive surgery to disabled children in the emerging world, announced this week the addition of Chris Tomlin to its Board of Directors.
Nashville, Tenn. – Fair Trade band The Digital Age has announced the release of their latest rehearsals project – Rehearsals Vol. 2. Recorded and produced in their hometown studio in Waco, Texas, Rehearsals Vol. 2 features six new tracks that together exude the band’s commitment to continue creating music for the Church.
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Hallelujah For The Cross, the debut hymns collection from Gold-selling, GRAMMY®-nominated Newsboys, releases today from First Company Management/Capitol Christian Distribution. Produced by Seth Mosley, the project features the legendary group’s take on nine classics and one new selection.
NASHVILLE, Tennessee -- Gospel music legend Andraé Crouch will be honored with the “Let the Church Say Amen” Celebration Tour in cities nationwide this holiday season.
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Acclaimed Dove Award-nominated modern rockers Abandon return with their first new recording in three years—Love Prevails—releasing tomorrow on iTunes. Produced by Dove-nominated Geoff Duncan, Love Prevails features 10 songs written or co-written by the band.
Nashville, Tenn. – Singer-Songwriter, Speaker, author and Dove Award-winning entertainer Kathy Troccoli, makes a rare appearance in the Nashville area as she brings her national woman’s gathering, called Hope’s Alive to Franklin Tn.
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—GRAMMY®-nominated platinum-selling rockers Skillet will return to the famed Winter Jam stage to headline the blockbuster tour’s 20th year, it was announced tonight. Reigning as the world’s #1 first quarter tour for four consecutive years, NewSong’s Winter Jam Tour Spectacular revealed its 2015 line-up and cities during a special event earlier this evening at Nashville’s Hard Rock Café.
Nashville, Tenn. ;— Casting Crowns received its sixth career American Music Awards nomination this week for the “Favorite Artist – Contemporary Inspirational” category, in which fans can log on to AMAvote.com to cast their ballots. The group’s current release, Thrive, hit #1 on the Billboard Contemporary Christian Albums Chart and #6 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart.