Inspirational

We all have our favorite bands and can write articles about how the chemistry between the musicians involved leads to a superior piece of music. But sometimes it's also interesting to hear what art can be made when these members venture out independently. "Going solo" has been a staple of successful bands. Whether it's a one-off side project to explore musical inclinations that wouldn't fit within the established sound of their existing band, or striking out in the long-term for a solo […]

Alabama's Big Daddy Weave--Mike Weaver, Jeremy Redmon, Joe Shirk, and Brian Beihl--have each learned what it means to live by faith and to trust in a God who makes all things new.   Without a doubt, the band loves God. You can see the evidence when they perform at their worshipful live shows. You can tell it when you listen to their hit songs, "Redeemed," "Overwhelmed," "The Lion and The Lamb," and "My Story."   Big Daddy Weave's 2019 album, […]

In this exclusive interview, award-winning singer-songwriter Joe Jarvis shares his musical journey, inspirations, and the impact of his work. From his early love for cooking to his passion for music, Joe discusses his debut album Love is a Verb and the heart behind his Love and Laughs tour, aimed at addressing mental health issues and spreading hope. He emphasizes the importance of love in action and the church's role in supporting those in need. Joe also shares his future projects and […]

Each week, dozens of singles and a handful of projects are released in the Christian Hip-Hop (CHH) and Urban Soul spaces. Below, we listen to a few highlights and list the rest for your own discovery. As always, follow our New Christian Rap & Hip Hop playlist on Spotify and Apple Music to listen to all the latest. SEOUL BROTHER EP by nobigdyl. x Kato On The Track From indie tribe.’s founder[...]Read MoreChristian Music Articles and Interview At NewReleaseToday

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate the women who raised us, supported us, and loved us unconditionally. To honor our mothers, our team has compiled a list of special songs that capture what their mom means to them and shared a few words about why that song speaks to their relationship. Downhere, "A Better Way" Those who know me likely won't be surprised at my pick of "A Better Way" by Downhere. This song introduced me to one of […]

Gotee Records’ powerhouse vocalist Terrian was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, where she has deeply rooted herself in the community and mentorship. She actively participates in AngelStreet Memphis, an organization that mentors girls through musical training in areas with limited artistic opportunities. Through her involvement, Terrian empowers young girls to recognize their value and identity as artists and individuals created with purpose. Terrian’s career began gaining attention when she joined pop artist TobyMac’s Diverse City band as a background vocalist. Her unique […]

In this edition of Couples Corner, we sat down with Jason and Skylar Ferris, the husband-and-wife duo behind Purpose Live, a company dedicated to equipping Christian artists with the tools and training they need to thrive on the road and stage. From their early days of touring with Bread of Stone to working with Sanctus Real and launching their own company, the Ferrises share a passion for music, ministry, and each other.   In this candid and heartfelt conversation, the […]

“So What” by DOE and Lecrae is about people, especially on social media, having opinions about you, even without knowing you properly or understanding what’s happening in your life. Many of us can relate to this. Whether you’ve experienced being misjudged and misunderstood, gossiped about, bullied, or something else, you probably know what it’s like to have someone hold an opinion about you, your life, or what God has called you to do that isn’t entirely accurate.   Two Bible […]

The moment I heard the lyrics to "Running Back To You" by Seph Schlueter, I was reminded of the prodigal son story in Luke 15. It's one of my favorite stories in the Bible. It's about a wayward son who grows up in his father's house, leaves to spend his inheritance on sinful pleasures and wild living, and then one when he hits rock bottom realizes he can run back home. He's expecting his father to only take him back […]