Song Revolution with John Chisum
372 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 59 ratingsThe Song Revolution Podcast exists to empower you through valuable songwriting insights, inspiration, and interviews with some of the greatest songwriters, producers, arrangers, artists, and creatives in the industry and beyond. Find out more at nashvillechristiansongwriters.com
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SETH & NIRVA: Courage, Compassion, and the Gospel
February 12, 2024 03:29 - 40 minutes - 41.4 MBHey everybody! Welcome back to Song Revolution. It's an absolute joy to be here with you once again, bringing you fresh inspiration and encouragement to help you live a better life. Today, we have a captivating duo in our midst – Seth and Nirva Ready. Nirva, once a dancer and singer for Toby Mac, brings a wealth of behind-the-scenes stories, while Seth's journey from his Mississippi roots led him to share the stage with gospel legends such as Kirk Franklin and Donnie McClurkin. Stay tune...
GEORGE & CAROL GODWIN: Ezra Worship Initiative
January 29, 2024 08:48 - 36 minutes - 63.6 MBWelcome to a brand-new episode of the Song Revolution podcast with John Chisum, brought to you by the NRT network. This episode features George and Carol Godwin, co-directors of the Ezra Worship Initiative, hailing from Decatur, Alabama. The conversation revolves around the unique and transformative experiences offered by the Ezra Worship Initiative – an internship program designed for college-age, bi vocational worship leaders. The program not only focuses on the musical aspects of worship ...
JOHN CHISUM: New Year, New You, New Songs
January 16, 2024 03:16 - 34 minutes - 36.4 MBWelcome back to Song Revolution. Happy new year! Welcome to a new episode of the Song Revolution podcast with John Chisum, presented by the NRT network. In this 2024 episode, John, alongside his right-hand man Bryant Ulrich, kickstarts the New Year with a focus on songwriting and community building in the Christian music world. Celebrating their ninth year as Nashville Christian Songwriters, they share their journey, the growth of their podcast, and the evolution of their programs. This ...
JOHN CHISUM: Why the World Needs Your Best Christmas Songs Now
December 18, 2023 18:22 - 16 minutes - 36.3 MBJoin us in this special Christmas edition of the Song Revolution podcast with John Chisum, where we delve into the art and soul of Christian songwriting. In this episode, John shares his insights and personal journey in the world of music, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and growth in songwriting. He discusses the transformative power of songs in living a better life and connecting more deeply with God's love, regardless of whether you're a songwriter or not. ...
DARA MACLEAN: Love Over Religion
November 20, 2023 15:52 - 38 minutes - 76.2 MBWelcome back to Song Revolution. Today's episode is a special treat. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dara Maclean, a visionary artist at the intersection of music and ministry. This episode takes you behind the scenes of Dara's latest album, "River.” It delves into her artistic journey, exploring the depths of her music that aims to ignite internal revival and pursuit of wholeness. From discussing the nuances of songs like “Love Over Religion” to sharing her experiences with Gatew...
PHIL & HEATHER JOEL: Honoring God by Caring for His Creation
October 23, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 31.2 MBGreetings, wonderful folks! Welcome back to Song Revolution. Today's episode is a special treat as we're joined by the incredible Phil Joel and his equally amazing wife, Heather Joel. Now, you probably know Phil as the enduring force behind the Christian rock band, Newsboys. But here's the scoop—his talents extend far beyond music. We've got something truly unique for you in this episode, recorded live on the grounds of Joel's latest venture. Enter The Green Room, a haven of eco-friend...
MICHAEL BETHANY: Gateway Worship Leader on Prayer, Accountability, and Celebrating Recovery
October 09, 2023 14:15 - 45 minutes - 89.6 MBHey everybody! Welcome back to Song Revolution. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Christian songwriter and Gateway Worship leader, Michael Bethany, a Stellar Award-nominated songwriter and two-time BMI Christian Song Award recipient. Hailing from Gateway Music at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, Michael wears multiple hats as a singer, songwriter, producer, and recording artist. During his remarkable career, Michael has collaborated with musical greats such as Fred ...
PETRINA PACHECO: The Stories Behind The Music
September 25, 2023 16:24 - 23 minutes - 49 MBHey everybody! Join your host John Chisum as we uncover the captivating stories behind the music. In this special episode of the Song Revolution Podcast, we sit down with the talented artist, Petrina Pacheco. Petrina's melodies and lyrics have touched the hearts of many, and in this conversation, she opens up about the inspirations that drive her creative process. From life's highs to its challenges, we delve deep into the emotional and artistic landscape that defines her music. Get read...
JOHN CHISUM: 40 Years of Music Making
August 08, 2023 02:19 - 48 minutes - 49.1 MBWelcome to the Song Revolution Podcast! Today, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary musical journey as we pay tribute to our host and iconic artist, John Chisum, and his remarkable 40-year career in music. In this special episode, we'll delve deep into the life and legacy of John Chisum, a true music visionary whose passion for creating soul-stirring melodies and compelling lyrics has captivated audiences worldwide. Join us as we uncover the pivotal moments that shaped John Chisum...
RYAN STEVENSON: Still in the Eye of the Storm
June 19, 2023 13:02 - 38 minutes - 39.9 MBWelcome back to Song Revolution, where we explore the world of music and connect with extraordinary artists. I'm thrilled to have had the opportunity to sit down with Ryan Stevenson, the talented musician behind the chart-topping hit "Eye of the Storm." In our conversation, we went beyond his lightning-strike start in Christian music and delved into the present moments that shape his soulful journey. We discussed his latest record, "Able," and the heartfelt inspiration behind it, including h...
JOHN CHISUM: Three Steps To Grow Your Calling As A Christian Songwriter
June 05, 2023 11:04 - 19 minutes - 22.4 MB📌 CALLED TO WRITE FOR THE KINGDOM Workshop - June 10, 2023 https://ncssongwriters.kartra.com/page/kingdom Welcome to the Song Revolution podcast! In today's episode, we dive into what it takes to grow in your calling as a worship songwriter. Stepping deeper into your calling as a Christian songwriter requires prayer, self-assessment, and action. By seeking God's guidance, honing your skills, and actively pursuing your passion, you can embark on a fulfilling journey of creating music t...
JOHN CHISUM: Overcoming Songwriting Limitations
March 29, 2023 02:53 - 35 minutes - 37.4 MBHello and welcome to Song Revolution, the podcast where we explore the world of songwriting and more. I'm John, your host, and I'm thrilled to have you here with me today. Whether you're a seasoned songwriter or just someone who loves music, my aim is to bring you not only inspiration but also tools to help you live a better life. In this episode, I want to share with you some principles from my recent one-hour training on Overcoming Songwriting Limitations. Even if you missed the trai...
DAVID HAMPTON: Talking Back to My Addiction
March 20, 2023 14:11 - 48 minutes - 48.8 MBWelcome back to Song Revolution the podcast that brings you challenging, helpful, and meaningful resources to help you get the most out of life. I'm John Chisum, your host, and I'm thrilled to introduce you to my dear friend, David Hampton. David is a certified professional addiction recovery coach, author of two books, and co-host of the Positive Sobriety Podcast. In this episode, David shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and the tragic loss of his wife to MS. ...
DAVY FLOWERS: Finding Your True Identity in Christ
March 13, 2023 14:56 - 47 minutes - 48.2 MBJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Davy Flowers, a talented songwriter, worship leader, and recording artist. As a resident artist with Shane and Shane's worship initiative, Davy shares how she is raising up a new generation of worship songwriters and leaders. In this episode, Davy opens up about her own church hurts and how she has overcome them to serve in the church globally with her songwriting, worship leading, and devotional writing. Through her music and ministry, Davy o...
SELAH: 25 Years of Ministry, Real Life on the Road, and Processing Grief
March 08, 2023 12:52 - 41 minutes - 42.4 MBWelcome to another episode of Song Revolution. I'm thrilled to be here with you today to bring you another inspiring conversation with some of the most talented musicians and songwriters in the industry. Our mission here is to help you show up in the world as your most creative and productive self, and today's episode is no different. I had the privilege of sitting down recently with Todd Smith, Amy Perry, and Allen Hall, the members of Christian music's beloved group, Selah. In this s...
JUSTIN WARREN: From Almost Giving Up to Making Waves
February 27, 2023 11:05 - 35 minutes - 37.4 MBHey, folks! I've got an amazing guest on the show - the one and only Justin Warren! He's a talented artist and worship leader from North Carolina who's been opening for some of the biggest names in the industry, like Rhett Walker, JJ Weeks, and Mercy Me - just to name a few! With over a million streams on his music, he's definitely making some waves in the scene, and I can't wait to see what he does next. In our chat, Justin talks about how he almost walked away from everything ...
JOHN CHISUM: How to Get People to Love Your Songs
January 30, 2023 21:56 - 25 minutes - 51.4 MBHow to Get People to LOVE Your Songs Get THREE powerful insights to make your songs stand out above the crowd and engage your audience through responsibility, creativity, and action with veteran Christian songwriter and recording artist, John Chisum. This episode is a must for aspiring songwriters wanting to tap into deeper resources and take action to fulfill their highest calling. CONNECT WITH MUSIC CITY ACOUSTICS For a special discount, make sure you mention “THE CHIZPOD” when you...
JOHN CHISUM: Overcoming the Fear of Not Being Good Enough
January 23, 2023 17:46 - 17 minutes - 37.8 MBNow you can finally lose the fear of not being good enough as a Christian songwriter and level up your skills with these powerful insights from veteran Christian songwriter and President of Nashville Christian Songwriters, John Chisum! REGISTER FOR "WRITING POWERFUL SONGS FOR PRAISE & WORSHIP" FEATURING HOPE DARST AND JOHN CHISUM ON FEBRUARY 4TH, 2023 (REGISTER TO RECEIVE REPLAY LINK): https://ncssongwriters.kartra.com/page/songsforworship2023 CONNECT WITH MUSIC CITY ACOUSTICS For a spec...
JOHN CHISUM: You Don’t Need More Inspiration to Become a Successful Songwriter
January 17, 2023 23:27 - 24 minutes - 43.6 MBJohn Chisum is a veteran Christian songwriter with over 400 of his compositions recorded and in print. With a career spanning four decades, John’s delightful calling is to download time-proven insights on songwriting that can set you up for the greatest songwriting years of your life. In this solo episode, John helps you to abandon the urban myth that you are “waiting on God” for the inspiration to write great songs. He shares boldly that what most Christian songwriters are waiting on will...
JOHN CHISUM: 3 Powerful Ways to Jumpstart Your Creativity and Songwriting
January 10, 2023 21:57 - 25 minutes - 46.1 MBJohn Chisum is a veteran Christian songwriter with over 400 of his compositions recorded and in print. With a career spanning four decades, John’s delightful calling is to download time-proven insights on songwriting that can set you up for the greatest songwriting years of your life. In this solo episode, John shares three powerful ways that you can jump start your creativity and songwriting in this New Year. Part pastor, part coach, and part counselor, John exhorts you throughout this epis...
BLANCA: Through the Heartbreak and the Healing
January 02, 2023 18:08 - 37 minutes - 90.1 MBThe powerful pop vocalist of Puerto Rican descent, Blanca, was born in New York City and at a young age, moved to Florida, where she lives today. The Premios Arpa award recipient’s self-titled, debut solo album, following a successful Dove Award-winning run with Group 1 Crew, garnered two No. 1 radio singles, “Who I Am” and “Not Backing Down (feat. Tedashii),” the latter of which was featured on ESPN. Shattered, Blanca’s second album and a project that is very personal to her, added three ba...
JOHN CHISUM: How to Set Realistic Goals for Your Songwriting
December 30, 2022 23:07 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MBIn our NCS Pro Song Mastery Course, I teach songwriters that you have a lot more control over your innate creativity than you might think. With the right skills, you can begin to spot ideas so quickly and easily that your title list will be brimming with song ideas queuing up and screaming to be written. If you're ready to take the next step in your songwriting career, hop on the phone with us for a free no-hassle breakthrough call and we'll point you in the right direction. Maybe NCS coachi...
JOHN CHISUM: How To Be More Authentic in Your Songwriting
December 24, 2022 02:07 - 9 minutes - 17.5 MBI have personally spoken with over 800 aspiring songwriters in the last 24 months about what we’re doing here at Nashville Christian Songwriters. Almost without fail every one of them has said the same three phrases to me during the course of our calls: “I just want to get my songs out there.” “I just want to be heard.” “I just know God has something bigger for me and my music.” You’ve probably said or thought these things, too, as have I. I’ve come to believe that we all feel this w...
JOHN MARC KOHL: Worship, Songwriting and Perfectionism
December 19, 2022 17:57 - 46 minutes - 47 MBJohn Marc Kohl is a worship leader, and a singer/songwriter dedicated to glorifying God through creativity. From being on staff at a few churches, to supporting other artists and ministries, John Marc has always loved to lead others to connect with Jesus through worship. As a result of releasing music in different genres, he also realizes the need for worship music to be as creative and as beautiful as Jesus is. In this episode, there are interesting conversations about uncovering some of ...
JOHN CHISUM: 5 Ways to Develop Better Christian Songs
December 16, 2022 22:00 - 21 minutes - 39.6 MBWhere do great song ideas come from? Are they crouching behind bushes just out of sight like crafty little leprechauns or hidden under rocks like salamanders waiting for you to turn them over to discover them buried there? Actually, neither is the case. While it may seem like song ideas are deliberately hiding from you, they’re actually happening around (and within) you every day, all day long, 365 days a year. You just need to know how to spot them. In our NCS Pro Song Mastery Course, I...
JOHN CHISUM: 5 Ways to Make More Time to Write Hit Christian Songs
December 09, 2022 22:08 - 16 minutes - 29.9 MBWe’re all busy. There’s hardly time to do all that must be done for work, school, and family, much less cram in songwriting, no matter how called you feel as a Christian songwriter. If you're ready to take the next step in your songwriting career, hop on the phone with us for a free no-hassle breakthrough call and we'll point you in the right direction. Maybe NCS coaching is your next "right" step to becoming the songwriter you are called to be! Book your call here: https://ncssongwriters....
SEAN BE: Step Into My Story
December 05, 2022 11:40 - 31 minutes - 33.2 MBA former children's pastor and youth leader, Sean and his family relocated in 2021 from Denver to the Nashville Suburb of Franklin, TN, where he has been called to create great Christ-centered music, and through this, continue his mission to inspire the next generation to find their identity in who God knows they can be. In this episode, John and Sean talk about Sean’s interesting last name, the importance he places on the relationships he has made in his songwriting career so far, and his...
AARON WILLIAMS: Living in the Now and Not Yet
November 21, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 34 MBAaron Williams is an acclaimed worship leader and songwriter who is seeking to write lyrically rich and musically compelling songs to help the Church voice its worship. He also has a passion for training and mentoring worship leaders and teams with Shane & Shane’s Dallas-based Worship Initiative. In this episode, John and Aaron talk about Aaron’s journey and his sense of worship, which you can get easily drawn into, as you listen to this amazing conversation. They also talk about Aaron’s c...
JASON CLAYBORN & STEPHEN MCWHIRTER: Living Unity
November 07, 2022 20:08 - 54 minutes - 54.7 MBEven though they come from different backgrounds, Jason Clayborn and Stephen McWhirter found their love for Jesus and their love for Christian music as common ground for them to come together, especially at a time when there is racial turmoil in the US and across the world. When they came together from two very different church music cultures (gospel and worship), what came out was something creative and full of life. In 2020, the two recorded Choir Sessions (featuring, Glory Hallelujah), ...
SAM HART: Reconstructing Faith in the Real Jesus
October 24, 2022 14:26 - 47 minutes - 48.4 MBHave you ever wondered why you do what you do? Or maybe even felt like giving up along the way. Our guest today is a songwriter and worship music producer with a story that you can relate to. Living in Franklin, TN, Sam has been involved in the Christian Music industry in various ways including as a touring musician, signed artist, and worship pastor. Sam is passionate about spending his life serving God and people through creating powerful and impactful Christian and worship music. In t...
KEVIN MCNEESE: Creating Your Platform As A Christian Artist
October 10, 2022 13:56 - 36 minutes - 38 MBKevin McNeese is the founder of New Release Today - the largest Christian music and entertainment site online with over 300,000 visitors every month. Whether you're an independent or an already-established artist, you're going to be found on NRT. In this episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum and Kevin McNeese dive deep as they talk about the genesis of NRT (New Release Today) and Kevin also shares his experiences of being in the industry for over two decades. John and Kevin also talk ab...
WM. PAUL YOUNG: “The Shack” Author on Death Row
September 26, 2022 13:32 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBDeath Row inmates are among some of the most forgotten populations in our society, but not for “The Shack” author, Wm. Paul Young, and his friend, Wes Yoder. Paul and Wes have been spending a lot of time doing what Jesus said in Matthew 25, “I was in prison and you came to visit me,” spending time with a group of Jesus’ followers on Death Row in a Nashville prison. Young, whose book “The Shack” has sold over 20 million copies and was adapted into a blockbuster movie, exudes the love of God...
THE WOOD DRAKE SESSIONS: From The Valley To The Golden Shore
September 12, 2022 12:31 - 52 minutes - 52.9 MBThe Wood Drake Sessions creates sacred songs of gospel hope to inspire the church in enjoying God. Founded by Kirk Sauers & Paul Ranheim, friends from earlier days in Nashville, TN, bringing their many years of songwriting and church leadership, they create songs of profound hope. Paul is a minister and songwriter in Colorado, with a particular heart for resourcing the church’s worship and cultivating her leaders. Kirk is a worship leader in Georgia, with a passion to shepherd the diverse ...
SARAH HART: Better Than A Hallelujah
August 29, 2022 09:03 - 55 minutes - 55.2 MBSarah Hart is an award-winning songwriter whose songs have been recorded by everyone from the Newsboys to Amy Grant. Grant's recording of "Better Than a Hallelujah" earned Hart a Best Gospel Song Grammy nomination. Sarah works as a singer-songwriter writing music for television, film, audiobooks, pop, rock, but mostly Contemporary Christian music and hymns. She has recently recorded her 11th full-length album called “And Lovely It Is.” On today’s episode, Sarah and John talk about their fa...
JASON GRAY: Order, Disorder, Reorder
August 15, 2022 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBJason Gray, an American contemporary Christian singer-songwriter, returns to the Song Revolution Podcast, almost four years since he first came on the show! Jason was born and raised in Southwestern Minnesota where he spent six years in youth ministry, before going into full-time music ministry in 1999 as an independent artist. He lived in the Mankato area until his move to Nashville in 2015. Gray has a speech disorder, and as a person who stutters, his work emphasizes finding strength in we...
CHAD SEGURA: Centricity Music’s Secret Sauce
August 01, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBChad Segura, VP of Publishing for Centricity Music, returns to the Song Revolution Podcast! Chad has worked closely with some of the greatest singers and songwriters of our time like Lauren Daigle, Coby James, Brandon Heath, Jason Gray, and many more on the Centricity Music label. On today’s episode, Chad and John talk about the importance of melody, the many ways of experiencing art, and why ‘Die Hard’ is his favorite movie of all-time. They also spoke about what Chad looks for in songs a...
JOE WADSWORTH: Unleashing the Full Potential of Your Music
July 18, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBJoe Wadsworth is the founder of The Online Recording Studio, a one-stop-shop for professional music production services. On today’s episode, John figures out what Mark Zuckerberg and Joe Wadsworth have in common. They even discuss their shared admiration for Harry Styles. Joe talks about the various roles an artist of today’s generation has to fulfill. He then shares the process that The Online Recording Studio follows once a budding artist approaches them, while taking us through the bran...
JOE WADSWORTH - Unleashing the Full Potential of Your Music
July 18, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBJoe Wadsworth is the founder of The Online Recording Studio, a one-stop-shop for professional music production services. On today’s episode, John figures out what Mark Zuckerberg and Joe Wadsworth have in common. They even discuss their shared admiration for Harry Styles. Joe talks about the various roles an artist of today’s generation has to fulfill. He then shares the process that The Online Recording Studio follows once a budding artist approaches them, while taking us through the bran...
COBY JAMES: Shaking Off the Shackles
July 04, 2022 12:42 - 41 minutes - 42.8 MBCoby James is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and part of one of Nashville’s most successful record labels, Centricity Music. On today’s episode, Coby and John talk about Coby’s relatively young but amazing career. They discuss Coby’s favorite superheroes, both in real life and in the Marvel Comics universe. Coby shares his biggest influences from the world of music. John asks about the uncertainty a 20-year old faces in these times and the episode concludes with Coby performing an acoust...
COBY JAMES - Shaking Off the Shackles
July 04, 2022 12:42 - 41 minutes - 42.8 MBCoby James is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and part of one of Nashville’s most successful record labels, Centricity Music. On today’s episode, Coby and John talk about Coby’s relatively young but amazing career. They discuss Coby’s favorite superheroes, both in real life and in the Marvel Comics universe. Coby shares his biggest influences from the world of music. John asks about the uncertainty a 20-year old faces in these times and the episode concludes with Coby performing an acoust...
BRIAN DOERKSEN: Songs As A Companion For Life
June 23, 2022 01:12 - 37 minutes - 39 MBBrian Doerksen is a songwriter, recording artist, conference speaker, and songwriting instructor, but most of all he loves spending time with his high-school sweetheart Joyce (they have been married for 36 years.) Brian & Joyce have 4 daughters and 2 sons with Fragile X Syndrome. His songs are known and sung in faith communities around the world including ‘Come now is the time to worship’, ‘Refiner’s Fire’, ‘Hope Of The Nations’, and ‘The River.’ On today’s episode, Brian and John talk a...
BRIAN DOERKSEN - Songs As A Companion For Life
June 23, 2022 01:12 - 37 minutes - 39 MBBrian Doerksen is a songwriter, recording artist, conference speaker, and songwriting instructor, but most of all he loves spending time with his high-school sweetheart Joyce (they have been married for 36 years.) Brian & Joyce have 4 daughters and 2 sons with Fragile X Syndrome. His songs are known and sung in faith communities around the world including ‘Come now is the time to worship’, ‘Refiner’s Fire’, ‘Hope Of The Nations’, and ‘The River.’ On today’s episode, Brian and John talk a...
ELIAS DUMMER - Science, Spirituality, and Songwriting
June 06, 2022 12:29 - 45 minutes - 46.5 MBElias Elton Dummer is a Canadian musician, songwriter, and writer based in Tennessee. He was the principal songwriter, founding member, lead singer, and pianist in the contemporary Christian band the City Harmonic, from 2009 until 2017, and released his first solo music in over a decade in 2019. On today’s episode, Elias and John talk about several topics, all the way from social media to Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. Then, they talk at length about how to live in Christ authentically - no m...
ELIAS DUMMER: Science, Spirituality, and Songwriting
June 06, 2022 12:29 - 45 minutes - 46.5 MBElias Elton Dummer is a Canadian musician, songwriter, and writer based in Tennessee. He was the principal songwriter, founding member, lead singer, and pianist in the contemporary Christian band the City Harmonic, from 2009 until 2017, and released his first solo music in over a decade in 2019. On today’s episode, Elias and John talk about several topics, all the way from social media to Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. Then, they talk at length about how to live in Christ authentically - no m...
SONG REVOLUTION: Season Two
June 06, 2022 12:26 - 8 minutes - 12 MBHey everybody. Welcome to Season Two of Song Revolution. It's amazing to look back on Season One and realize that we released 150 episodes and had over 140,000 downloads so far. It blows me away. I'm so grateful for all of our guests and I hope that you've been able to catch my interviews with artists like Matt Maher, Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, Matthew West Kim Walker-Smith, and Meredith Andrews, and so many more. Every show is as unique as the guest, but the common thread is to inspire y...
SONG REVOLUTION - Season Two
June 06, 2022 12:26 - 8 minutes - 12 MBHey everybody. Welcome to Season Two of Song Revolution. It's amazing to look back on Season One and realize that we released 150 episodes and had over 140,000 downloads so far. It blows me away. I'm so grateful for all of our guests and I hope that you've been able to catch my interviews with artists like Matt Maher, Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, Matthew West Kim Walker-Smith, and Meredith Andrews, and so many more. Every show is as unique as the guest, but the common thread is to inspire you...
BEAR RINEHART: NEEDTOBREATHE's New Music, New Normal
April 01, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 68.3 MBIf you know rock and roll, you know NEEDTOBREATHE. Hailing from Possum Kingdom, SC, this trio of hard rocking musicians have been at it for two decades and counting, straddling Christian and mainstream charts with their own blend of Gospel, roots, and pop. Show host, John Chisum, sat down recently with the band’s founder and frontman, Bear Rinehart, not long after the birth of Bear’s third child, to talk about the backstories of their new album Out of Body and the new normal they’re in w...
Meredith Andrews: Worship in a World on Fire
February 10, 2021 22:14 - 56 minutes - 105 MBMeredith Andrews sang her first song on stage at age six. Since that time, she has helped define an entire worship movement and become a much-loved CCM Artist with hits like “Not for a Moment” and “How Great Is the Love.” Meredith is a multiple Dove Award winner and has led worship in front of tens of thousands across the world, but none of this means any more to her than staying close to Jesus and His word. In this second interview with Meredith, show host John Chisum digs into the adj...
MEREDITH ANDREWS: Worship in a World on Fire
February 10, 2021 22:14 - 56 minutes - 105 MBMeredith Andrews sang her first song on stage at age six. Since that time, she has helped define an entire worship movement and become a much-loved CCM Artist with hits like “Not for a Moment” and “How Great Is the Love.” Meredith is a multiple Dove Award winner and has led worship in front of tens of thousands across the world, but none of this means any more to her than staying close to Jesus and His word. In this second interview with Meredith, show host John Chisum digs into the adj...
KARI JOBE: The Blessing of a Pure Heart for God
November 27, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 56.9 MBIt’s difficult to believe Kari Jobe’s first album containing the now iconic Revelation Song (Riddle) only released in 2009. Kari, one of the most wholesome and loved worship leaders of our time, maintains her childlike perspectives on worship and ministry despite worldwide acclaim, multiple awards, and accolades. Her name, Kari, even means “purity” and pure worship and love for God flow from her in every moment of this new interview with show host, John Chisum. “It was like sitting down ...