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What's Up with Radio?
In this, the first of a four-part series on the state of Christian radio, we take a brief look at its history and its recent growth. So, is it working, or does it need fixing?
Familiar Word
Famous black voices eagerly join audio Bible project.
Rock Un-Solid
When Christian bands bite the hands that praised them.
May I Have Your Attention, Please!
New artists—and the labels who market them—are willing to do whatever it takes to get noticed ... including, in one guy's case, putting his cell phone number on his CD.
Bono Waxes 'Prophetic'
Rock-star/activist inspired by Leviticus and Isaiah.
Bono Lauds, Prods Prayer Breakfast
U2 activist reaffirms call to fight AIDS, poverty before audience including President Bush.
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Music Community Responds
Christian and secular musicians from all over the country are stepping up to the plate to help Hurricane Katrina victims and their communities.
Farewell, Larry Norman
The man known as the Father of Christian Rock, whose health has been failing in recent years, played his last U.S. concert Friday night in his hometown of Salem, Oregon.
Jesus Music Goes to ... Morocco?
The recent Friendship Fest featured some of Christian music's top artists playing their songs for a crowd of some 85,000—mostly Muslims—in the North African nation of Morocco.
Petra Calls It Quits
One of Christian music's most enduring rock bands decides to hang it up after 33 years, according to an exclusive news story at PetraRocksMyWorld.com.
The GMA Fights Back
With Christian teens illegally downloading music apparently at the same rate as their mainstream peers, the Gospel Music Association hopes its anti-piracy campaign will stem the tide.
Is Rolling Stone Afraid of the Bible?
The magazine is suddenly squeamish of religion. At least in one case.
Christian Music Responds
When it comes to tsunami relief efforts, mainstream celebrities aren't the only ones pitching in. Christian musicians are also rallying to the cause—including a benefit concert this week.
Creed Breaks Up
Frontman Scott Stapp turns attention to Passion of the Christ project.
On the Campaign Trail with Bono
An Arts Festival in the Heartland
Bill Gaither has succeeded in putting together an event that increases Christ through the performers' diminishment.
China Cracks Down on Christian Music
Plus: Support gambling or be fired, newly promoted Jeffrey John promotes gay unions, and other stories from online sources around the world.
Sixpence Calls It Quits

Top Story April 19, 2024

Died: Mandisa, ‘Overcomer’ Singer and American Idol Star
Died: Mandisa, ‘Overcomer’ Singer and American Idol Star
The Grammy-winning artist was found dead at her home in Nashville at age 47.

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