Over the weekend, ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, announced the winners of the 2025 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards. These awards recognize the songwriters and publishers of the most-performed songs of the past year based on Luminate data for terrestrial and satellite radio and streaming services, as specified by the ASCAP Rhythm…… MORE
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Curb | Word Music Publishing Signs John Wesley Honaker
Curb | Word Music Publishing has announced the signing of John Wesley Honaker of Reach City Worship to their Christian Roster. John Wesley Honaker is a songwriter and worship leader who has also been a part of The Church Will Sing. Many will recognize Honaker as an opener for Winter Jam 2024 and a recent…… MORE
Jamie Grace Marks Return to Stage with Upcoming Tour
For the first time in nearly 10 years, Dove award-winner Jamie Grace is returning to stage and as her sound and style has never been one to fit in a box… this tour is a little different. With the rise of eclectic touring models from mainstream artists like Grammy winner James Blake and newcomer Goldford, Bside is now partnering…… MORE
BEC Recordings Signs Gracie Binion
BEC Recordings welcomes Gracie Binion to the roster. Bringing her pop vibes and passionate heart for worship, Binion is a perfect addition to the label. “As a label, we love helping our artists be the best versions of themselves while also giving them the space to be who they’re created to be through their art, and Gracie…… MORE
Gospel Singer Norman Hutchins Passes at 62
Pastor and gospel recording artist Norman Hutchins has passed at the age of 62. Hutchens was an eight time Dove-award nominee and GRAMMY nominee who was known for signature gospel songs like “Jesus I Love You” and “God’s Got a Blessing (With My Name on It),” which become gospel music staples. Norman Hutchins’ solo music…… MORE
Natalie Grant to Perform at Indy 500 This Sunday
Natalie Grant, a nine-time Grammy nominee and five-time GMA Dove Awards Female Vocalist of the Year, will perform the national anthem before the start of the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge this Sunday, May 25 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. “Natalie’s emotional and stirring rendition of the national anthem in front of…… MORE
Yolanda Adams to Perform at National Memorial Day Concert
On Sunday, May 25, the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT airs live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for its 36th annual broadcast. This beloved tradition honors the courage, sacrifice and service of our military men and women, their families, and pays tribute to all those who have given their lives in defense of our nation.…… MORE
Karrie Dawley Joins Anotherland as Head of Creative
Anotherland, the rising label and publishing company redefining how music is made and marketed, has named Karrie Dawley as its Head of Creative. With a reputation for shaping artist brands and elevating creative strategy across genres, Dawley brings more than two decades of experience at the highest levels of the music industry. “Karrie is one of the…… MORE
‘Toy Story 5’ Casts Conan O’Brien
Comedian Conan O’Brien will voice the character Smarty Pants in Toy Story 5, as announced by Disney and Pixar. O’Brien expressed excitement for the role in a video message, joking about his failed attempts to secure the roles of Woody and Buzz Lightyear. The new film, set for release in 2026, will explore the clash…… MORE
‘He was a motivator, an innovator’: The Chicago pastor who helped Aretha Franklin find her voice
“Music will save your life,” said Rev James Cleveland to Aretha Franklin who was just nine when her mother died of a heart attack in 1952. The Chicago pastor and gospel musician sat before a piano with the future star, teaching her some of her first gospel songs. She would come to see him as one of the…… MORE