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Comment: Why I Like Christian Music

Image of Much of what we label as Contemporary Christian Music, whether we are talking about Randy Stonehill, the Archers, Andre Crouch, and Love Song from my generation or Third Day, Caedman’s Call, etc from more recent days, is Christian music a la folk. It allows us to celebrate and cement our walk and way in Christ with great creativity.

I just finished reading the article by my dear friend and Editor-in-Chief Deacon Keith Fournier on Christian music and wanted to submit a ... continue reading


Comment: Why I Don't Like Christian Music

Image of All music is a gift from God if it edifies the human person. It is meant to be enjoyed as a part of the fabric of the human experience. Putting “God words” on a melody does not make it Christian. In fact, sometimes it has the opposite effect leading the listener to believe that Christianity is simply some kind of 'holier than thou' club for those who live in a parallel universe—rather than a way for all men and women to reach their highest destiny.

Is there truly such a thing as ‘Christian’ Music? Or is all music a gift, if it lifts the human soul? CHESAPEAKE, Va. (Catholic Online) - ... continue reading



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Jesse McCartney has grown, and you can hear it on ‘Departure'

The Orlando Sentinel (MCT) - In the old days, when record companies used to invest time in an artist, the third album was often the one to ... continue reading


For Ne-Yo, the year of the gentleman continues

St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MCT) - Ne-Yo doesn't feel he's getting the appreciation he deserves. But he's not about to change who he is just ... continue reading


The Mac is back: ‘Unfinished business' reunites the band

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