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What Else? with Corey Mann

277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 48 ratings

Corey Mann embraces the long-form conversation, and within the chats with Christian music artists, (and some other folks too), hopefully you are inspired, encouraged, challenged, entertained, and buoyant. (I looked up a new word!)

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124: Lydia Laird

May 17, 2021 05:05 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MB

From Tyler, Texas – this singer, songwriter has a lot of energy, and siblings too! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

123: Zach Williams

May 10, 2021 05:05 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Grammy award winning Zach Williams talks about 2020, songwriting, award winning, creative writing class, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

122: Jon Steingard

May 03, 2021 05:05 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

The former lead singer of Hawk Nelson publicly stated, “I no longer believe in God.” A year has passed since that statement, what’s life been like since? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

121.5: Bart Millard

April 30, 2021 05:05 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

A long time in the making, a new album from Mercy Me, “Inhale/Exhale” is out and I chat with the lead singer about new music, bucket lists, post pandemic life, and a special guest(s) on the new album out now. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

121: Bear Rinehart of Needtobreathe

April 26, 2021 05:05 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

From a sheltered and rebellious childhood, discovering James Taylor while vacuuming his dad’s church, staying clear of Smurfs and the Simpsons, Bear Rinehart has become one of the most recognizable voices in CCM music world. During this chat, a little ‘show and tell’ with vinyl, and a trip down memory lane. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-...

120: Jon Foreman

April 19, 2021 05:05 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Jon Foreman chats nostalgia as Corey flips thru his cd carrier(s), playing the old songs again, and the new solo project, “Departures”. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

119: CeCe Winans

April 12, 2021 05:05 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

12 Grammy Awards, 23 Dove Awards, 15 Stellar Awards, author, mother, wife, and now grandma!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

118: Andy Gullahorn

April 05, 2021 05:05 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

Singer, songwriter, performer, and high-five enthusiast. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

117: Josh Wilson

March 29, 2021 05:05 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

From the state of Texas comes Josh Wilson, home of Buddy Holly and Mac Davis. Josh’s sound has evolved from a folk-type rock, to a very fresh, and relevant pop sound is can be heard on his song “Undeniable”. Corey and Josh are friends, so the inside jokes are at a minimum but the conversation feels genuine. Also, stay to the end for a special surprise. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: ht...

116: Chris Tomlin

March 22, 2021 05:05 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

More than likely, you‘ve either heard a Chris Tomlin song, or you’ve sang a Chris Tomlin song in church.  On this episode, you’ll hear about growing up in Texas, baseball cards, finally getting that first song on the radio, your songs being sung in other languages, is country music collaborations, if the phone were to ring – who would he like to work with, and is there still gas left in the tank? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...

115: Laura Story

March 15, 2021 05:05 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Singer, songwriter, worship leader, church staff member, author, wife, mom, and also upright bassist. Laura has stories about her trip to the Grammys, her early beginnings, family dynamics, and what she had hiding in her purse the night she won an award for “Blessings”. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

114: Korey Cooper (Skillet)

March 08, 2021 06:05 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Korey Cooper plays guitar, keys, and writes songs for Skillet. She’s married to lead singer John Cooper. They have 2 kids, live in Wisconsin, and Korey has a laser focus on her life mission. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

113: Caleb Chapman

March 01, 2021 06:05 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

Caleb Chapman is the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for Colony House. His father is CCM legend Steven Curtis Chapman, so you’ll get early childhood stories, being his dad’s band, a late night TV show appearance, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

112: David Zach

February 22, 2021 06:05 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

David Zach is the lead singer and songwriter for Remedy Drive as well as an advocate in the fight against human trafficking. The band has recorded three concept albums to shine a light on slavery and to celebrate the modern day abolition.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

111: Steve Taylor

February 15, 2021 06:05 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Steve Taylor is a singer, songwriter, record producer, music executive, film maker, assistant professor, and actor. Personal opinion, he’s also super cool. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

110: Mike Stand

February 08, 2021 06:05 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Altar Boys lead singer, guitarist, and main songwriter Mike Stand chats about early beginnings, touring, songwriting, making a ‘miracle’ album, rockabilly, and now teaching 4th & 5th graders. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

109.5: Annie F. Downs

February 03, 2021 22:03 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

Best-selling author, podcast host of “That Sounds Fun”, much sought after speaker, and owner of the “That Sounds Fun” Podcast Network. Annie has a new book called “That Sounds Fun”, and we talk about podcasting, horses, advice for my daughter, and a portion of Chapter One from her new book read by Annie herself. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-...

109: Mike McCloskey

February 01, 2021 06:05 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Mike McCloskey has been involved in many aspects of the Christian music industry, most prominently artist management, label, and live tour promotion for the last 20 years. He previously held the positions of executive vice president of artist management and label operations at sixstepsrecords and Management and chief operating officer at Awakening Events. Throughout his two-decade career, Mike has worked with such leading artists as Chris Tomlin, David Crowder, TobyMac, Casting Crowns, Matt R...

108: Blaine Barcus

January 25, 2021 06:05 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Blaine is the Vice President of A & R at Provident Records. The signing of new artists, working alongside artists on song development and projects, he’s highly respected and very much loved by his roster (previous and current.) You’ll hear some familiar voices in CCM world and some familiar songs that he has had his hands in. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...

107: Glenn Kaiser

January 18, 2021 06:05 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Formed in the Midwest in the early 70’s, Resurrection Band toured the world in a big, red school bus with “JESUS” painted on the side. They are called “the most influential band in Christian music history”, and even though I’ve listened to their music since the early 80’s, this is my first time chatting with Glenn Kaiser. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

106: Gary Varvel

January 11, 2021 06:05 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

In the world of ‘editorial cartoons’, Gary Varvel is easily a top name on that list. Gary was The Indianapolis Star cartoonist for 24 years, and ran in syndication in many other papers. His cartoons seen by hundreds of thousands of people. In 2015 he was inducted into the Indiana Journalism Hall of Fame. Gary won the National Headliners Award,… the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award,…. National Cartoonists Society Reuben Award for Best Editorial Cartoonist Division, The Grambs Aronson Award, ...

105: Stephen Christian

December 21, 2020 06:05 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

The front man of Anberlin pulls back the curtain on early beginnings, signing a Tooth N’ Nail contract, his favorite Anberlin record, behind the scenes of music videos, and what might be next for band. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

104: Kevin Max

December 14, 2020 06:05 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Was it his high school performance of “Lonesome Valley” that kicked the door open for a singing career? From his DC Talk origins in Lynchburg, solo albums, and now a ‘revisiting’ of a 1972 Larry Norman classic, Kevin Max is always churning, always creating, and never resting. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

103: Mike Weaver

December 07, 2020 06:05 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Big Daddy Weave has been making music for 20 years. From their origin(s) to the craft of writing songs, Mike shares about his musical journey, the passing of his father, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

102: Kari Jobe

November 30, 2020 06:05 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Kari sings the biggest worship song of 2020 with over 29 million streams, a new live album recorded during the pandemic with no audience, and she dishes out some solid marriage advice. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

101: I Am They

November 23, 2020 06:05 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

Originating from Nevada, transported to Nashville, Abbie and Matt join me to chat about their new (and best) project “Faithful God” recorded during the 2020 pandemic, their newest member from “Team Blake”, and a realization about the new album cover that they may have missed. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

100: Amy Grant

November 20, 2020 06:05 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Celebrating 100 podcast episodes and chatting with one of my favorite artists. Post heart surgery, living with an “Eagle”, and celebrating 35 years of “Unguarded”. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

99: Chris Hauser

November 16, 2020 06:05 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

A decade of friendship with a CCM legend. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

98: Corey Mann

November 13, 2020 06:05 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

Wait? What? I’ve asked my friend Sarah Taylor to step up to the microphone and do me the honors of asking some questions. But little did I know that Sarah would go the extra mile(s) and not only ask great questions, but bring in some special guests too. This is like being in the back row of your own funeral….still alive!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

97: Mike Donohey

November 03, 2020 06:05 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Tenth Avenue North have decided to end this chapter, which finds Mike Donohey asking, ‘What now?” Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

96: Cade Thompson

October 19, 2020 05:05 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

From Missouri, to South Dakota, and on to Nashville – Cade is an upcoming voice in CCM music.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

95: Skillet

October 06, 2020 05:05 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist and songwriter/producer for Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century. The two-time GRAMMY Award-nominated 12x platinum band has sold over 12 million albums worldwide. Their song “Monster” remains “one of the most-streamed rock songs of all-time” with 285 million global audio streams. Also a comic book creator, John released “Eden” and has sequel in the works. Also releasing in late November, is his first book. Advertising Inqui...

94: Phil Wickham

October 02, 2020 05:05 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

The West Coast Worship Leader from San Diego has been busy during the pandemic working on his follow up to “Living Hope”. We first met back in 2009, we talk career, his songwriting process, being silent for a month, and Footloose. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

93: Hope Darst

September 30, 2020 05:05 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

What do you do when God puts the breaks on your plans…twice? Hope talks about her trajectory and her song, “Peace Be Still”. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

92: Andrew Ripp

September 28, 2020 05:05 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

A chat with this Grammy nominated singer/songwriter from Nashville, TN. Whether it’s writing for others, (“Rescue Story” by Zach Williams, and “Sparrows” by Cory Asbury) or his latest song “Jericho”, Andrew has some great stories. We talk Palentine, IL, Bears, Richard Marx, Ryan Cabrera, Sobriety, Adoption, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-...

91: Brandon Lake

September 23, 2020 05:05 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

An up-and-coming worship leader from Seacoast Church in South Carolina, part of the Bethel Music movement. You’ve sang his songs in church, “Graves into Gardens”, and “Rattle”, and you are hearing his song “I Need a Ghost” on Christian radio. We talk songwriting, collaborations, and hair products. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann...

90: Elevation Worship

September 07, 2020 05:05 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

For this episode only, I’m renaming him Chris “Babyface” Brown, former member of the rock band “Nimbus”, now singing church songs and wishing he could trade places with Richie Rich. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

89: Stryper

September 04, 2020 05:15 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

After 35 + years, here comes the Yellow & Black Attack with their new album, “Even the Devil Believes”. Lead singer/guitarist Michael Sweet introduces you to the newest Stryper songs. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

88: Austin French

September 04, 2020 05:10 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

He came in 2nd place on ABC’s “Rising Star” singing competition, and is working on his second project in CCM music. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

87: Tasha Layton

September 04, 2020 05:05 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Tasha wanted to end her life at 18, but in her search for truth, she found it. Stories of her time in seminary, on the road with Katy Perry, and being who you are truly called to be. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

86: FFH

August 31, 2020 05:05 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Jeromy Deibler of FFH catches us up on life in Orange County, and back in the day with FFH and 2 million albums sold. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

85: Tauren Wells

August 24, 2020 05:05 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated Tauren Wells talks about his beginnings, his first band Royal Tailor, collaborations, and Topo Chico. He also currently leads worship regularly at Elevation Church and Lakewood Church. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

84: Sidewalk Prophets

August 17, 2020 05:05 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Singing songs since their days in the dorm at Anderson University. Dave Frey talks Cubs, babies, murdering goldfish, teeth, and cassettes. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

83: John Schlitt

August 10, 2020 05:05 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

His first band was at age 13, joined Head East in 1973, took over vocals for Petra for 20 years, and is still singing and recording to this day. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

82: Ryan Stevenson

August 03, 2020 05:05 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Singer, songwriter, performer, author, and podcast host. Ryan takes a break from the busy to chat about his new book. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

81: CAIN

July 20, 2020 05:05 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Three siblings from Alabama, pastor’s kids, super harmonies and catchy songs. Meet Taylor, Madison, and Logan on this episode of What Else. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

80: Rebecca St. James

July 13, 2020 05:05 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Rebecca comes from a land ‘down under’, she began performing in the late 80’s, gold records and a Grammy in the 90’s, dozens of authored books, acting pursuits, and 2 million + records sold. After a musical hiatus, she is back with new music. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

79: Jordan Feliz

July 10, 2020 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

JORDAN FELIZ is working on Album #3, hear the working title, what the new project might sound like, what he would teach at a college, and how much money a valet makes. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

78: NEEDTOBREATHE (PART 1)

July 06, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

NEEDTOBREATHE have a new project on August 28 called “Out Of Body”, hear about the project theme and what they each had to cancel to the dumpster fire called 2020. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.

77: Andrew Bennett

May 11, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

Music Video Director, Film Maker, Photographer. Andrew spent a year documenting Katy Perry, which led to a year with Van Halen. Bennett talks about his new book, “Eruption in the Canyon”. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-else-with-corey-mann--5802358/support.