Song Revolution with John Chisum

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: CHRIS CLAYTON: Crafting Songs with a Pastor's Heart   HOSTS: John Chisum & Bryant Urich   EPISODE SUMMARY What does it really take to grow as a songwriter in today's music world? In this episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum and Bryant Urich sit down with songwriter and producer Chris Clayton to unpack songwriting, worship, production, community, and w...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: What If the Question Isn't "Am I Good Enough?"   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum continues the NCS Complete Songwriting Guide series with a conversation centered on calling—what it means, how to recognize it, and what it actually requires. Drawing from 44 years in Christian music and minis...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: What Happens After You Write the Song?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum continues the NCS Complete Songwriting Guide series with Theme #7: building a platform in the independent music world. John explores what it means to be an artist in today's creator economy and explains why writing gr...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Why Aren't People Remembering Your Songs?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum continues the NCS Complete Songwriting Guide series with a deep dive into one of the most important elements of songwriting: writing hooks that stick. Drawing from over four decades in Christian music and songwriti...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Why Aren't Your Songs Resonating?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, host John Chisum continues the walkthrough of the NCS Complete Songwriting Guide by diving into Theme #5: finding your lane as a songwriter. John unpacks the importance of writing with clarity, direction, and genre awareness so your s...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: POINT OF GRACE: A Lifetime in Christian Music - and Still Going   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this special guest episode of Song Revolution, John welcomes the iconic Christian music trio Point of Grace—Denise Jones, Leigh Cappillino, and Shelley Breen—to discuss their new album Lady Wisdom and the spiritual themes that shaped its creation. Wi...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Do You Suffer From Lonely Songwriter Syndrome?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John continues working through his NCS Complete Songwriting Guide, focusing on Theme #4: Overcoming Lonely Songwriter Syndrome (LSS). He emphasizes that one of the biggest obstacles holding songwriters back is not a lack...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Why Are You A Songwriter?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John continues the journey through the NCS Complete Songwriting Guide with Theme #3: Discovering Your Mission as a Christian Songwriter. He explores the importance of clarifying your personal "why" so that your songs have clear direction, dee...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Is Your Song Ready?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John continues exploring the NCS Complete Songwriting Guide with Theme #2: Taking Your Work from Demo to the World. He walks songwriters through the essential stages of music production—from simple voice memos to professional master recordings—and...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Are You Drifting as a Songwriter?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John introduces Theme #1 from the brand-new NCS Complete Songwriting Guide—the call to become an intentional Christian songwriter. Rather than writing sporadically or waiting for inspiration to strike, John challenges songwriters to d...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: PHOEBE SCOTT: Is Inspiration Enough to Write Great Songs?   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with multi-talented artist, songwriter, top-liner, and coach Phoebe Scott to explore the craft, mindset, and spiritual foundation of songwriting. Phoebe shares her journey from small-town beginnings in West T...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Stop Waiting, Start Growing HOSTS: John Chisum EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John shares a powerful and honest message about the importance of mentoring and coaching in the journey of becoming a great Christian songwriter and artist. Drawing from over four decades in the music industry, John reflects on his own apprenti...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: CLARK BECKHAM: Are You Settling For Average? HOSTS: John Chisum EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with returning guest, artist, and songwriter Clark Beckham for a powerful conversation on artistry, worship, and the pursuit of excellence in songwriting. From his journey as a finalist on American Idol to becoming an NCS Rec...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Don't Be A Lazy Songwriter   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum dives into one of the most essential—and often overlooked—skills in songwriting: finding truly great ideas. Against the backdrop of today's rapidly evolving AI landscape, John challenges songwriters to resist shortcuts and instead pursue authenticity...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: GINNY OWENS: Different Kind Of Water   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with award-winning artist, songwriter, theologian, and worship leader Ginny Owens. From her early discovery by Michael W. Smith and her years in the CCM spotlight to seasons of burnout, spiritual wrestling, and renewed calling, G...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: DANIEL DOSS: Revival and Songwriting     HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with songwriter and artist Daniel Doss for an honest conversation about calling, perseverance, and the refining process of songwriting. Daniel shares his journey into music, the challenges of building a career while staying gro...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: SHAYLEE SIMEONE: Honest Jesus Music   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John welcomes singer, songwriter, and storyteller Shaylee Simeone for an honest and heartfelt conversation about identity, calling, and the long road of obedience in a creative life. Shaylee shares her journey from early musical influences and f...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: AMANDA JANSON: Sinner To Saint   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this powerful episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with worship artist and songwriter Amanda Janson for an honest and deeply vulnerable conversation about faith, calling, trauma, and songwriting as testimony. Amanda shares her journey from a Broadway-bound upbringing and a com...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Can AI Write Christian Music? HOSTS: John Chisum EPISODE SUMMARY In this thought-provoking episode of Song Revolution, John Chisum tackles one of the most pressing issues facing today's music creators: artificial intelligence in songwriting. Fresh off multiple interviews at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) convention, where AI was t...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JACKSON DREYER: Letting Life Shape The Song   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with singer-songwriter Jackson Dreyer for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about creativity, discipline, and finding your voice as a songwriter. From growing up outside Chicago to planting roots in East Nashville, J...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: LAURA OSNES: Faith, Art, and Starting Over   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of Song Revolution, John welcomes Broadway star, film actress, and singer-songwriter Laura Osnes for a deeply personal conversation about calling, identity, and creativity. Laura shares her journey from early musical theater roots to starring on Broadway, n...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: MICAH CHRISTOPHER: Writing From Where You Are   HOSTS: John Chisum   EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of Song Revolution, John sits down with artist and songwriter Micah Christopher to explore the journey from local church leadership to signing with Integrity Music. Micah shares his story of faith, obedience, and gradual growth, emphasizing how songwriti...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 4   TITLE: JOHN CHISUM: Stop Waiting, Start Writing   HOSTS: John Chisum & Bryant Urich   EPISODE SUMMARY In this opening episode of Season Four of Song Revolution, John and co-host Bryant Urich reflect on the highlights of the past year while casting vision for 2026. They discuss the growth of the NCS community, the return of in-person songwriting retreats, the la...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 3   Hosts: John Chisum   Guest: Dan Dean   Episode Title: DAN DEAN: 25 Years of Ministry with Phillips, Craig, and Dean   Episode Summary: Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! Thank you for joining us for Song Revolution. As we gear up for season 4 we wanted to share just a few of our favorite episodes from 2025. Enjoy! In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Song...

Song Revolution Podcast – Season 3   Episode Title: ANDREW GREER (part 1): Songwriting and Storytelling   Host: John Chisum   Episode Summary: Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! Thank you for joining us for Song Revolution. As we gear up for season 4 we wanted to share just a few of our favorite episodes from 2025. Enjoy! In this rich and heartfelt conversation, John welcomes singer-songwriter, p...