Friday, October 24, 2003
Sparrow Records News: "Billboard Magazine Highlights Christian Music Crossover
Billboard magazine features an in-depth article on the rising popularity of Christian music.
Friday, October 24, 2003
On news stands now, the current issue of Billboard magazine features an in-depth article on the rising popularity of Christian music at mainstream radio stations, including hits from Steven Curtis Chapman ('How Do I Love Her'), Mercy Me ('I Can Only Imagine'), and Stacie Orrico.
'Tapping a hunger for positive messages in difficult times,' the story says, 'Christian artists are appealing to a growing number of people outside of their traditional audience. The trend is reflected in an important barometer, mainstream radio, which closely follows the tastes of its listeners.'
Likewise, rock acts are part of the momentous movement as well, from Switchfoot and P.O.D. to Relient K and Pillar. Now is a great time to share the hope found in Christian music with people from all walks of life; catch the excitement in the October 25th edition of Billboard magazine"
Billboard magazine features an in-depth article on the rising popularity of Christian music.
Friday, October 24, 2003
On news stands now, the current issue of Billboard magazine features an in-depth article on the rising popularity of Christian music at mainstream radio stations, including hits from Steven Curtis Chapman ('How Do I Love Her'), Mercy Me ('I Can Only Imagine'), and Stacie Orrico.
'Tapping a hunger for positive messages in difficult times,' the story says, 'Christian artists are appealing to a growing number of people outside of their traditional audience. The trend is reflected in an important barometer, mainstream radio, which closely follows the tastes of its listeners.'
Likewise, rock acts are part of the momentous movement as well, from Switchfoot and P.O.D. to Relient K and Pillar. Now is a great time to share the hope found in Christian music with people from all walks of life; catch the excitement in the October 25th edition of Billboard magazine"
Heaven minds - The Washington Times: Culture, etc. The impact of MercyMe's song: "Heaven minds
By Jen Waters
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Bart Millard has often wondered what it will be like to meet God in heaven. Questions about eternity were especially important to him after his father died of cancer in 1991.
As lead singer of the band MercyMe, he chose to express his struggles through songwriting. Until 1999, when he wrote the hit single 'I Can Only Imagine,' he constantly wrote the title phrase on everything possible, such as scraps of paper and random objects"
By Jen Waters
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Bart Millard has often wondered what it will be like to meet God in heaven. Questions about eternity were especially important to him after his father died of cancer in 1991.
As lead singer of the band MercyMe, he chose to express his struggles through songwriting. Until 1999, when he wrote the hit single 'I Can Only Imagine,' he constantly wrote the title phrase on everything possible, such as scraps of paper and random objects"
TIME.com: Christian Clubbing: Thou Shalt Rock -- Oct. 20, 2003: "Christian Clubbing: Thou Shalt Rock
By SARAH STURMON DALE
Monday, Oct. 20, 2003
Club Three Degrees in Minneapolis, Minn., boasts all the night-life staples, like pool tables, DJs and live bands. But a few things are missing, like alcohol, cigarette smoke and music with racy lyrics. That's because the club, scheduled to open this week, is the city's first downtown Christian nightclub. "
By SARAH STURMON DALE
Monday, Oct. 20, 2003
Club Three Degrees in Minneapolis, Minn., boasts all the night-life staples, like pool tables, DJs and live bands. But a few things are missing, like alcohol, cigarette smoke and music with racy lyrics. That's because the club, scheduled to open this week, is the city's first downtown Christian nightclub. "
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