Inspirational

Marriage and ministry can be a beautiful blend, but also a journey filled with challenges and growth. In this episode of Couple’s Corner from NewReleaseToday, hosts Janice Rigel and her husband Danny sit down with singer-songwriter Joe Guerra and his wife Beth to talk about love, music, and God’s redemptive timing. From meeting years ago at a worship night, to reconnecting through songwriting, Joe and Beth share how God wove their paths back together in His perfect timing. Now, as […]

New Centricity recording artist Rachel Purcell began writing songs as a teenager. She played in the high school marching band and always loved a good pop melody, but at the time, her dreams were limited to singing in her church choir.   “I came to know God in a real way during college,” Purcell shares. College was also where she began to seriously develop her craft—writing and performing her original music locally. “I also experienced my heart getting broken a […]

New from Angel Studios, The Senior is based on the true story of Mike Flynt, the oldest man ever to play college football, when he seizes a second chance to play at the collegiate level at age 59.   Actor Michael Chiklis plays the titular "senior" and leads a strong cast, including Mary Stuart Masterson and Brandon Flynn, who all give solid performances. But this is Chiklis's barbecue, and he knows how to cook. Chiklis has played a wide variety of characters in his career, and […]

Fall has always been one of my favorite seasons to put on headphones and walk, watching the leaves change, breathing in the fresh air, and reflecting on the beauty of God’s creation in the changing seasons. There’s something about autumn that inspires deeper thoughts of meaning and purpose.   Some of my strongest memories are tied to music during this time of year. I still remember when rock veterans Demon Hunter dropped The Triptych and later Storm the Gates of Hell, both fall […]

Tim and Steve Archer formed the family band The Archers in the 1970s. (Their sister Janice would eventually join as well.) They were trailblazers in the Christian music industry, which was just starting to solidify itself as a significant commercial force. At the height of The Jesus Movement, The Archers achieved notable success for their covers of songs like musician Andre Crouch's "Jesus is the Answer" and "God's Love." The band remained a commanding presence throughout the 1970s and 1980s, and even into […]

NRT Music artist SAPHIRE is a visionary creative who brings her dreams to life with boldness and unwavering purpose. She leads with both a strong vision and a deep commitment to slow, abiding rest. Her impact begins with genuine, authentic relationships, reflecting the heart of the Father by mourning with those who mourn and rejoicing with those who rejoice. She sees as Jesus sees and shares His heart, even at significant personal cost.   With a voice that influences culture, […]

September draws to a close, we wrap up National Recovery Month, a time dedicated to celebrating those in recovery, raising awareness, and supporting treatment and community.  And while October is not officially a "Recovery Month," it becomes Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month, a season for shifting focus to prevention, education, and early intervention.  Addictions, trauma, and brokenness still weigh heavily on countless lives. Whether it's the chains of substance abuse, the scars of unhealthy choices, or the fallout of […]

Founded by Brandon and Leah Monson in Duluth, Minnesota, worship band Presence Music began humbly, gathering local worship musicians to perform at youth camps. What started as a small local effort has grown into a professional Christian band that has gained recognition across the Midwest and beyond. With guitarists Merrill Miller and Jacob McCormick, along with a rotating lineup of guest musicians, Presence Music has consistently delivered inspiring music that connects with audiences.   Presence Music continues to release powerful […]

Every song has a story, and for Jay Davids, music has always been about more than just melody—it’s a testament to restoration, reconciliation, and raw honesty. With roots shaped by faith-filled family traditions and a heart for those going through brokenness, he continues to create music that blends grit, groove, and gospel soul. His latest single, “You Go I Go,” captures both the struggle of uncertainty and the declaration of surrender. In this conversation, he opens up about the personal […]