Adventist Waves

What happens when a wedding violinist from the Gold Coast decides to show up at a petrol station in a suit and just start playing? For Jonathan Ginn, it turned into a viral series with over 17 million views, free tanks of fuel for strangers, and a $300 donation from a man who walked up mid-performance and just believed in the vision. In this episode, Jonathan shares how he built a wedding and even...

Emmanuel Higgins has created over 14,000 AI-generated songs. He's published 125 of them. And he'll tell you straight up — real artists are getting pushed off the shelf. In this episode, Emmanuel shares the story behind Advent AI, a platform built on Ellen White and Adventist pioneer writings, and why he believes AI is the most powerful tool available to Christian musicians right now — whether we'r...

Lengwe is a doctor from Zambia. She wrote "Life Takes Time" during the pressure of her final year of medical school. She kept it to herself for three years before she finally recorded it, often heading straight to the studio after 24-hour hospital shifts. In this episode, she shares the story behind the song, and why she believes music is one of the most underrated healing tools we have, backed by...

Andrew is a classical violinist and self-taught audio engineer from Bangkok — and he's on a mission to help Adventist churches sound their best. In this episode, he walks us through a real church sound crisis he had to fix in under 48 hours, and shares why having great equipment is only half the battle. Stick around until the end, where Andrew breaks down the steps you can take this week to dramat...

There is a BIG difference between playing music and leading a congregation to worship. In this episode, Michelle Alonzo shares the story behind her song "Be Still". It was written during COVID while navigating a deeply personal journey through miscarriage and infertility. She opens up and shares what it means to hold onto faith in the storm. But Michelle also gave advice about running a music depa...

What do you do when your finances, your housing, and your health all fall apart at once — and you're the one leading worship? In this episode, Cheyna Ash shares the raw story behind her song "Ups and Downs," what she learned about praising God in the lowest moments, and why she believes the church needs to do better by its musicians. We're so glad you're here! Let us know in the comments: How do y...

It's a really good time to be a musician in the Seventh-day Adventist Church right now! In this episode, UK-based couple Tino and Natalie share the remarkable story of how they turned a garage into a fully free recording studio for Christian musicians — and how a message on radical generosity changed the direction of their ministry. But this episode is more than that. Tino and Natalie break down o...

There is a massive difference between being a good musician and actually making a living doing music. In this episode, husband-and-wife duo Darby and Andrew Schultz (A Better Covenant) reveal how they survived losing their jobs and concert bookings as newlyweds during the pandemic. They share the beautiful story behind their acoustic anthem, "May This Storm," and explain how they pivoted to build...

In this episode, we meet Austin Harris to explore his song "All Things Work Together," a powerful anthem based on Romans 8:28. Austin shares his background as a classically trained vocalist and pianist with a love for Jazz. He gives honest advice on the challenges of self-producing an album—from dealing with background noise to mastering tracks alone—and encourages listeners to explore the world o...

In this episode, we meet Sivasa Laupati to explore the story behind his song, "Hold On." Sivasa opens up about the personal grief that launched his songwriting journey and the mental health challenges he has faced along the way. He challenges musicians to "listen to God" above the noise of the industry and offers a powerful reminder that our creative gifts are essential for spiritual warfare. We'r...

Many independent artists try to do it all alone, but Jalen Thomas took a different path. In this episode, Jalen discusses the crucial role of artist development and management in launching his career. He shares how the team at Apex helped him professionalize his brand just as he was ready to give up. We also dive into the creation of his single "Faithful One," a song that proves that when we surre...

Ever wondered what it takes to produce a full Christmas album? Luis La Porte pulls back the curtain in this practical episode. He discusses the 18-month journey of creating Born is the King, from selecting songs and hiring jazz bands to the intense schedule of filming eight music videos in one day. Luis shares valuable advice for aspiring artists on planning ahead, stepping out of your comfort zon...

Welcome! Our first guest of Season 5 is Jasmine Brann. She's a musician and educator based in Maryland, USA. She shares the story behind her song, "Cry Out to Jesus". Jasmine also details her ministry. She takes music to nursing homes and gives piano lessons to her students. You'll be inspired and equipped to step out in faith in your music ministry. Listen to Jasmine’s music, including her song "...

We're closing out Season 4 with a very special episode! For our grand finale, we're thrilled to introduce our first-ever guest host, Mayri Clark. Mayri sits down with Audrey and Stacey of the band Two Little Fish to discuss their song, "Why Not?". In our next season, we will be featuring more guest hosts from our incredible community, bringing you even more stories from Adventist musicians around...

From a music-loving pastor's kid to a theology student on a mission, Andrew "Pr. Dru" shares his journey of faith and sound from Thailand. In this episode, he tells the powerful story behind his first officially released song, "Nap Pra Phon" (Count the Blessings), which was born from a season of deep discouragement and a series of divinely orchestrated moments. Dru also discusses the urgent need f...

Keith Kirk has seen the music industry from the inside out. It started while attending the Caribbean Union College, which led him to work in metadata at Universal Music. Now, as the owner of Code Group Music, he's on a mission to professionalize the Adventist music scene. In this episode, Keith demystifies the music business, explaining everything from PROs and distributors to the crucial role of...

From a noisy kid denting kitchen countertops in Brazil to a full-time music minister in the US, Felipe Paccagnella's life has always been filled with sound. He joins Kahn to share the story behind his peaceful and moving cover of "Psalms 23." Felipe also shares his passionate vision for the Adventist church to professionalize its music ministry by hiring and training musicians for practical servic...

From skipping homework to compose on Sibelius at age 12 to arranging for acclaimed gospel groups, Reuben Hall's musical journey is one of passion and dedication. Now based in London, the arranger, composer, and violinist joins Kahn to share the story behind his beautiful instrumental of the Christmas hymn, "Gesù Bambino." Reuben also breaks down the practical side of music ministry, discussing roy...

After wanting to quit music due to ridicule in high school, Joshua Stewart leaned on God and discovered a powerful story to tell. Now an award-winning artist and producer from The Bahamas, Joshua joins Kahn to share his journey of perseverance. He details the dark season that led to his powerful song "Love" and how trusting God's timing refocused his mission from seeking awards to sharing his auth...

Luis La Porte, a fourth-grade teacher passionate about music ministry, joins Kahn to discuss his journey as a recording artist. He shares the powerful testimony behind his song, "Peace of the Lord," a track born from his struggles with depression and anxiety during the 2020 pandemic. Luis also offers invaluable, practical advice on how to build a sustainable music ministry by understanding the bus...

Linus Wee, the lead producer at Loud Voice, joins Kahn to discuss his musical journey and the ministry behind their powerful music. In this special throwback episode, Linus shares the creative process behind the track, "The Mission," and how serving in church from a young age shaped his faith and career. Thank you for listening to Adventist Waves! I hope you enjoy this episode. Please share with m...

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John Millea joins Kahn to share how he brings life to Bible narratives and characters through music. In this episode, John shares about his track, "Call Me Blessed."Thank you for listening to Adventist Waves! I hope you enjoy this episode. Please share with me how it's impacted your life. I'd love to hear from you. Email me at kahn@bluevineyard.comExplore John Millea's music and connect with him o...

Kahn welcomes Jade and Adriana Wales, the indie/folk duo ONE GLORY on the podcast. They come from the beautiful Gold Coast of Australia. In this episode, they open up about their heartfelt track, "Glimmer of Hope," Thank you for listening to Adventist Waves! Check out "Glimmer of Hope" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/76ijXMzb6JiDVcXwgcWFoj?si=srW3uo4USGeGAkufWAesFQ .Connect with ONE GLO...

Join host Kahn Ellmers as he welcomes Mayri Clarke, a vocalist from Chattanooga, TN, whose music ministry centers around sharing God's love and encouraging open conversations about mental health. Mayri draws from her personal experiences with depression, anxiety, and religious trauma to connect with and uplift listeners. In this episode, Mayri discusses her moving cover of "Your Hands," sharing th...