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The Musician Is a Master
Photo courtesy of Phil Keaggy Music

The Musician Is a Master

To understand why Phil Keaggy is receiving ASCAP's Golden Note Award, you really need just one album.
The Laughing Stalk

The Laughing Stalk

David Eugene Edwards' gothic folk gets away with singing about Jesus by preaching without proselytizing.
The Moses of Soul

The Moses of Soul

64-year-old soul sensation Charles Bradley talks about his journey through the wilderness.

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W.W. Jay-Z?

W.W. Jay-Z?

How Christian hip-hop could call the American church back to the gospel—and hip-hop back to its roots.
Hip-Hop Theologians and Preachers

Hip-Hop Theologians and Preachers

The artists most shaping the movement.
Thrift Shop Theology

Thrift Shop Theology

Poppin' tags with an unlikely spiritual teacher.
"How Great Thou Art" & the 100-Year-Old Bass

"How Great Thou Art" & the 100-Year-Old Bass

Remembering the story of George Beverly Shea's signature tune.
David Crowder: Why Old Gospel Music Works in a Club

David Crowder: Why Old Gospel Music Works in a Club

The chart-topping worship leader is currently touring small rock venues with a "kitschy" Americana collective that has two albums in the works.
Audrey Assad Shifts Gears

Audrey Assad Shifts Gears

With no record contracts to fulfill, she wants to get everyone singing.
On the Road Home with Mumford & Sons

On the Road Home with Mumford & Sons

After winning Album of the Year, the band returns to Barclays Center.
The Odd Couple—and Their Unexpectedly Beautiful Music

The Odd Couple—and Their Unexpectedly Beautiful Music

Aaron Neville and Keith Richards are just the latest unlikely, genre-bending collaborators.
We Will, We Will Mock You

We Will, We Will Mock You

There's a fine line between irony and ire, and alas, Father John Misty crossed it.
UPDATED 1/4: Passion 2013: Live from Atlanta

UPDATED 1/4: Passion 2013: Live from Atlanta

Nearly 60,000 Passion attendees honor trafficking victims with candlelight vigil.
The 2012 CT Music Awards

The 2012 CT Music Awards

Christianity Today picks the top 12 albums of the year.
Sufjan Stevens's Conflicted Christmas

Sufjan Stevens's Conflicted Christmas

Stevens understands the joys, pains, and ironies of Christmas like no other.
Notable Sacred Music for 2012

Notable Sacred Music for 2012

From classics to spirituals to more modern fare, a versatile mix.
How Josh Wilson Became a 'Loopy' Guitarist

How Josh Wilson Became a 'Loopy' Guitarist

He plays up to 24 instruments in the studio and on stage, and now on a Christmas album.
The Best New Christmas Music of 2012

The Best New Christmas Music of 2012

From Arkansas folk to Celtic harmonies, 'tis the season for the "seasonal" genre.
Does the World Really Want a New Supertones Album?

Does the World Really Want a New Supertones Album?

Yes, it's overtly Christian. Yes, it's ska. Yes, this is 2012. And they know it.
How Gabriel Wilson Discovered his Paternal Roots—and Made a Record About It

How Gabriel Wilson Discovered his Paternal Roots—and Made a Record About It

Inside his solo debut, "The McGuire Side."
Jamie Grace Is Holding On

Jamie Grace Is Holding On

Grammy nominee says Tourette's took her 'for a spin.'
Bill Mallonee Wrestles with God Knows What

Bill Mallonee Wrestles with God Knows What

On new album, troubadour ponders his eternal fate, a hard life, and 'groping in the dark.'

News

Audio Adrenaline to the Max

Er, actually, it's Kevin Max to a newly re-formed Audio A. Rock on.

News Feed
Pat Boone family: Faith sustained us through tragedy
Prayer and, at times, medical marijuana have proved essential for Lindy Boone Michaelis as she cares for her son, who was severely injured in a three-story fall through a skylight a dozen years ago (Today, NBC)
Brad Paisley Tackles Religion in That Other Controversial Song, 'Those Crazy Christians'
As with “Accidental Racist,” Paisley isn’t one to preach, he’s only asking the questions. (Parade)
Chris Tomlin, king of the sing-along
CCLI estimates that every Sunday in the United States, between 60,000 and 120,000 churches are singing Tomlin’s songs. (CNN)

Interviews

The Moses of Soul

The Moses of Soul

64-year-old soul sensation Charles Bradley talks about his journey through the wilderness.

Commentary

On the Road Home with Mumford & Sons

On the Road Home with Mumford & Sons

After winning Album of the Year, the band returns to Barclays Center.

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Long before I knew the true God, he helped me release my hatred.
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