Christian Music Guys

Today on the  Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome back a two-time guest and one of the most respected voices in Christian music, Andy Chrisman! From his years touring the world with the legendary group 4Him, to serving as a worship pastor, radio host, and storyteller, Andy has spent more than four decades at the heart of the CCM industry. Through his hit podcast 1 Degree of Andy—which w...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re stepping into the world of storytelling and history with a very special guest. Joining us is Diederik Hoogstraten, the talented screenwriter behind the highly anticipated film Young Washington , coming to theaters July 3rd. Co-written alongside Jon Erwin and Tom Provost, the film explores the untold story of George Washington’s formative years, revealing the tr...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true pioneer in Christian rock and worship music, John Ellis of the Dove Award-winning band Tree63. From unforgettable songs like “Treasure,” “Look What You’ve Done,” “King,” and the chart-topping “Blessed Be Your Name,” Tree63 has left an undeniable mark on the global Christian music landscape. After more than a decade-long hiatus, John an...

Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true veteran and respected voice in Christian music, Chris Hauser. With more than four decades of experience across nearly every corner of the CCM industry—from radio announcer and concert promoter to label executive, artist manager, and leading independent radio promoter—Chris has worked alongside some of the biggest names in Christian...

Today we’ve got a special guest who’s helped shape the sound of modern worship across the globe. He’s a founding member of Hillsong Young & Free,  and a songwriter behind some of the most powerful anthems in the Church—songs like Alive , Wake , Real Love , Echo , and A Great Awakening . His heart for worship has reached far beyond the stage, even contributing to the latest release from Lakewoo...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Rush of Fools—a powerhouse band out of Birmingham, Alabama, whose impact on Christian music has spanned nearly two decades. Known for their breakout hit “Undo,” which dominated Christian radio in 2007, along with songs like “When Our Hearts Sing,” “Lose It All,” and “Grace Found Me,” their music has consistently pointed listeners back to the...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re celebrating a huge milestone — our 300th episode! And to mark the occasion, we’re introducing an incredible guest: Evelyn Cormier—a New Hampshire native blending folk-pop with deeply personal, faith-centered storytelling. You may know her from American Idol, where she made the Top 14 and impressed Katy Perry, but her heart for music started in church at a young...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Cliff Preston—a powerful voice in Christian music whose ministry is marked by raw authenticity, deep compassion, and a passion for both spiritual and mental health. With over two decades of experience traveling the country, leading worship, writing songs, and sharing the hope of Jesus, Cliff has impacted countless lives through his music and...

We’ve got a very special show today because we’re joined by someone whose voice has helped shape worship music for an entire generation. From powerful moments with Jenn Johnson and Bethel Music to songs that have impacted millions around the world, Jenn’s passion for worship and ministry continues to inspire the Church globally. Now, she’s stepping into an exciting new season with her brand-new pr...

Today’s guest is no stranger to this show — and if you grew up on Christian rock, he’s definitely no stranger to you either. He’s a two-time guest, the co-founder and original lead singer of Newsboys, and one of the most recognizable voices in Christian music history — John James is back with us. From chart-topping fame and sold-out arenas to a devastating personal collapse behind the scenes, John...

Today on the Christian Music Guys, we chat with Kaelob Mecum! Born in the wheat fields of Southwest Kansas, a first-generation musician who started writing songs on a JC Penney catalog guitar he found in an attic, a worship pastor at 7 Hills Church and founder of 7 Hills Worship, he’s collaborated with artists like David Leonard, Chris Tomlin, Elevation Worship, and Cochren & Co., and he’s ste...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’ve got a fun and real conversation lined up with Derek Harsch — the guy behind the viral Sunday Worship Fails and a key part of the Outcry Collective. Derek has built a platform that brings humor, honesty, and a behind-the-scenes look at church worship culture, connecting with thousands through moments every worship leader can relate to. We’re diving into how it a...

Today we’re excited to introduce Jaye King, a rising artist and songwriter recently signed to Centricity Music, the label known for producing some of the biggest names in Christian music. Originally from Bradenton and now based in the Nashville area, Jaye brings a powerful blend of funk, R&B, pop, and Gospel, pairing bold melodies with deeply personal lyrics that reflect his journey of faith a...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome the band ALTIRA. As the former front woman of Fireflight, Dawn helped shape the sound of Christian rock for years with powerful, faith-filled anthems that reached fans all over the world. Now, after some time away from the stage, she’s back with a brand-new project—ALTIRA. This new band marks not just a return to music, but a bold new chapter...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re joined by one of the most exciting and joy-filled duos in Christian music right now, Caleb & John. With a #1 Christian radio hit in Somebody Like Me, K-LOVE Fan Award nominations, these guys are bringing a fresh, high-energy sound rooted in hope and truth. And now, they’re back with their powerful new single Ghost in the Graveyard, a bold anthem of life, fr...

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome back a familiar friend and introduce a brand-new friend to the show—four-time guest, now, Steven Curtis Chapman, and joining him for the very first time, his wife, New York Times bestselling author Mary Beth Chapman—as they celebrate 40 years of marriage and pull back the curtain on their shared journey in their new book, Still Here: Life Tog...

We’ve got a familiar voice joining us again today — a friend of the show and now a three-time guest. You know him as the legendary frontman of the multi-platinum Christian rock band Michael Sweet from Stryper. Michael is back with a brand new solo project called The Master Plan, releasing April 3rd!  Today we’re talking with Michael about the heart behind this new album, why he felt led to create...

Today we’re sitting down with one of the most cinematic and innovative producers in modern music — Tommee Profitt. Over the past decade, Tommee has built an incredible career as an artist, producer, songwriter, and award-winning composer for TV and film. A lifelong musician who taught himself piano as a child and began producing at just 12 years old, his cinematic releases have now surpassed 100 b...

We’re excited to welcome Rachel DeLong, a New England–based singer-songwriter, CCM artist, and worship leader whose honest, faith-filled music speaks to identity and purpose in today’s world. Her latest single,Holy Ghosted, is out now, adding to a growing catalog shaped by her heart for worship and storytelling. Rachel has shared the stage with artists like Riley Clemmons, Mike Donehey, Jason Gray...

 Today we’re honored to welcome back three-time guest Stephen McWhirter — a Dove Award–winning and Grammy-nominated worship leader whose life powerfully testifies to the redemptive love of Jesus. Once a drug addict who hated Christ and Christians, Stephen encountered the transforming presence of God and went from brokenness to radical restoration. His global worship anthem Come Jesus Come has reac...

Today on the Christian Music Guys, we are joined by Lucas Miles from TPUSA Faith. The senior director also pastor and influence church TPUSA Faith is on a mission to equip and empower Christians to put their faith into action. In a time when culture is loud and convictions are tested, this is a conversation about what it really means to live out your faith beyond Sunday morning — in your community...

We’ve got a fresh voice and a powerful story joining us today. Today we’re joined by the one and only Jordan McCullough, from American Idol! Jordan’s journey isn’t just about hitting the right notes — it’s about obedience, calling, and trusting God with the platform He provides. We’re going to talk about how he’s stayed grounded in his faith through national attention, and what’s next for him in C...

We’re welcoming back a familiar face— Amanda Janson, here for her third time with us, and today is a big one because her full-length debut album, Sinner to Saint, is officially out today! This project is an honest, powerful journey from brokenness to freedom, blending  moments like the bold opener “Wild Ones” with deeply personal worship songs such as “Where the Warfare Ends.” Welcome Amanda Janso...

Today we’ve got a special guest joining the Christian Music Guys. You know him from American Idol Season 14, where he captured hearts as the runner-up —Clark Beckham is in the house. Since his Idol run, Clark’s continued to build a loyal fanbase, blending gospel roots, soul, and pop into music that’s both powerful and authentic. And now, he’s stepped fully into the Christian music space—signing wi...

Today we’ve got a special guest, he’s the man who brought Bart Millard to the big screen in the hit film I Can Only Imagine—and now he’s back, starring in I Can Only Imagine 2, out today in theaters.  And of course, le miz (Les miserables) We’re talking about the incredibly talented John Michael Finley. After the breakout success of the original film, this new chapter reunites audiences with Mercy...