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Ten years ago, Francesca Battistelli was considered a risk. Debuting during a time in which the Christian music landscape featured little in the way of female artists. Fast-forward ten years, Battistelli is a not just an example for female artists; she’s a pop powerhouse!
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We all hear about being the best you can be and to try harder.  But what if, in relation to getting to heaven, the work's already been done for you?  That's the message behind MercyMe's song, "Best News Ever".  

As you watch this video, we think you'll agree - it's the best news EVER!

MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard confesses it's one of his favorite songs off the group's album, Lifer.  

Hawk Nelson's lead singer Jon Steingard sat down with CCM Magazine to take us through the creative process for the band's new album Miracles, and the sometimes daunting task of writing a follow-up of their most successful album to date.

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The song that's a frank musical discussion about the contrast between the struggles and pain we have now (in this life) in contrast to the joy and eternal hope we can have because of God’s plan for our lives.

Here's We Are Messengers' "Maybe It's Okay"....

It's been two years since his last album, but Phil Wickham comes back with a lead song from the album that is being sung in churches around the country.

Here's the official music video for the album title track - co-written with Bethel Music's Brian Johnson - "Living Hope." 

Originally recorded at a retreat for fellow record label mates, Lauren Daigle leads the room with deep worship & praise. 
She sings "Come Alive (Dry Bones)" in this live video performance.

Multi-award winning artist and songwriter Jeremy Camp has released the first single off his 2017 album, The Answer.  Going very contemporary, with the use of lasers and an electronic drum groove, Jeremy debuts a hip trendy performance.

Here's the official music video of the song, "Word of Life." 

I Know A Ghost is haunted by a dynamic fusion of gospel, hip-hop and tradition roots music— an amalgam that Crowder said made for the most fun he’s ever had as a songwriter.
So how did that all come together?  CCM Magazine asked Crowder about it....

Did you know that Lauren Daigle was a contestant on American Idol when she was only 17?  After she was voted off, did you know she was considering hanging up music as a career entirely?

If you've ever wondered, "Where did Lauren come from?", she relates her beginnings in this fascinating video feature - as part of Cosmopolitan Magazine's "How I Made It" series. 

Let me take the mic, go on and testify
How I was dead and then I came to life
No more living in the dark of night
Now everything's alright...

Here's Jordan Feliz's infectious hit, "Changed"....

In a bold declaration, Zach Williams exposes our worries and self-doubts for what they are - liars!  Get some real perspective on what holds you back in life, as you watch the official music video of Zach Williams' "Fear is a Liar"! 

A multi-faceted look at Francesca Battistelli

United is the groundbreaking recording from Newsboys; bringing together former members Peter Furler and Phil Joel with current members Michael Tait, Duncan Phillips, Jeff Frankenstein and Jody Davis.  

Having a hard time?  There's hope and freedom in those Red Letters!  That's Crowder's encouragement to you when you watch the official music video of "Red Letters."

A fundraising page has been established by Citizen Way to help the band recover after the both I AM THEY and Citizen Way had their tour bus destroyed by fire. 

We have details of the fire here....

MercyMe's lead singer Bart Millard says, "Grace Got You’ is just a song that makes me smile."   If God loves you, your forever is set, then grace got you! Here's the official video of this optimistic single by MercyMe.

Congratulations to Mark Hall from Casting Crowns! His son John Michael got engaged!

Originally from Ireland, now making their home in Nashville, here's We Are Messengers with the official music video of their debut single, "Everything Comes Alive". 

 GRAMMY winner and worship leader Chris Tomlin gives us a prelude to the Easter season with the powerful song, "Resurrection Power".  The new song is the first release from a forth coming 2018 album from Chris. 

Here's the official music video!

Shortly after their trip to New York City where they were recently awarded the GRAMMY at Madison Square Garden, CCM Magazine got the opportunity to sit down with three of Hillsong Worship members, Dave Ware, Brooke Ligertwood, and Jad Gillies, where words of thankfulness and praise ensued.

From the latest issue of the free, digital edition CCM Magazine!