Christian Music Guys
Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christianmusicguys/subscribe We are a podcast for Christian Music fans, by Christian Music fans! We’ve listened to Christian music our entire lives. This podcast is where we get together and talk about the music we grew up with and listen to today. We interview Christian artists and people in the Christian entertainment industry. We get to hear the stories behind your favorite songs and hear the heart behind the artist. Become a Paid Member: Become a Member christianmusicguys.com
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Our guest is one of the most respected A&R minds in Christian music history. With more than 35 years in the industry, he’s helped shape the sound of CCM through legendary stops at Word, Sparrow, Star Song, and as president of Benson Records — before co-founding Centricity Music in 2005.
He’s the guy behind the scenes who discovered and signed artists like Point of Grace, Scott Krippayne, Cindy Morgan, Matt Redman, Nichole Nordem...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re welcoming pop singer-songwriter Ivey Asher. Raised between Austin, Nashville, and Los Angeles, Ivey started writing music at just ten years old as a way to express her thoughts, emotions, and faith. Her songs blend honest storytelling with cinematic pop melodies that connect deeply with listeners.
She’s kicking off a new chapter with her uplifting single “FREE!”, an anthem about choosing hope, fr...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re welcoming back a familiar voice and trusted industry leader — 3-time guest Kevin McNeese, founder of NewReleaseToday. Kevin has his finger on the pulse of everything happening in Christian music, and he’s joining us to break down all that went down in 2025. From the biggest moments and surprises in the industry to the impact of AI, The We Love Awards and so much more!
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On today's show, we chat with one of the biggest voices in Christian music, Jamie MacDonald’s story is one of raw redemption. Kicked out of her Michigan home at just 15 for singing, Jamie walked through years of instability and addiction before choosing recovery at 21—a decision that changed everything. Music became her lifeline, a place to process pain, rediscover hope, and find purpose. Her breakout single “Desperate,” a hear...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re switching things up and welcoming comedian Shama to the show! African-born, American-raised, homeschool graduate, middle child, and former pastor’s kid, Shama has a gift for making people laugh while keeping it real. He first took the internet by storm in 2018 with his viral “VeggieTales Remix,” and he hasn’t slowed down since.
With over 500 million combined views on his comedy sketches and music...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re chatting with one of the brightest new voices in Christian music — Johnny B!
You might already know him from social media, where his powerful voice and genuine faith have captured hearts across the internet. Now, he’s stepping into the spotlight with his debut single, a fresh reimagining of the Darlene Zschech classic ‘I Give You My Heart’ .
The song — distributed by Integrity Music — releases Ja...
🎙️✨ It’s our Annual Year-End Show! ✨🎙️
Christian Music Guys is wrapping up the year with you at the center of it all 🙌We’re counting down the listeners’ & viewers’ favorite interviews, moments, and guests from the past year — plus sharing behind-the-scenes stories, highlights, and surprises you won’t want to miss.
Thank you for being part of the CMG family ❤️Tap in, celebrate the year with us, and get ready for what’s next!
Today on The Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome a voice many of you will recognize — Michael Sarver. You first met Michael as a Top 10 finalist on American Idol (2009), where he made waves in the country music world. But even as his career grew, God was stirring something deeper — a calling that couldn’t be ignored.
That calling led Michael to step away from the country spotlight and spend years pouring into worship mini...
Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Brent Dawes!Brent has spent over two decades as the Creative Lead at Sunrise Animation Studios, bringing imagination, heart, and joy to screens around the world. He’s the mastermind behind the beloved Jungle Beat series and the director of Jungle Beat: The Movie — a film that Netflix picked up in 2021 and saw skyrocket into the global Top 10 across all genres in its first ...
Today we’re joined by Zahriya Zachary—the rising worship leader and newest solo voice from Bethel Music—here to celebrate her debut full-length album, REDISCOVERY.
Born and raised in Texas, Zahriya first fell in love with music at six and later stepped into her calling as a worship leader in college. Her new 13-track album captures her honest journey with God over the past three years, blending a pop-forward sound with vulnerable, h...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true legend in Christian thought and apologetics — Lee Strobel!
Lee is a New York Times bestselling author and the man behind The Case for Christ, the book that’s helped millions discover the truth and evidence for Jesus. A former award-winning legal editor for The Chicago Tribune and once a skeptic himself, Lee set out to disprove Christianity — and instead found faith in Ch...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re joined by Laura Williams!
You may remember her unforgettable four-chair turn on Season 24 of The Voice, where she instantly captured hearts nationwide. Since then, Laura has become a rising force in Christian music, sharing songs that cut straight to the soul.
Her debut single “Who Jesus Is” introduced her powerful testimony, followed by “Hurts Right Now,” a raw and honest prayer that deeply c...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re joined once again by one of the most beloved and legendary voices in Christian music — Steven Curtis Chapman! 🙌
He’s back for the third time on the show, and this season, he’s celebrating something truly special — the 30th anniversary of his classic holiday album the Music of Christmas! 🎄✨
Steven’s taking those timeless songs back on the road for a Christmas tour, bringing joy, hope, and the tr...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re thrilled to welcome someone who’s helping shape the future of Christian and Gospel music from the inside out — Lauren Stellato.
Lauren serves as the Programming Lead for Christian & Gospel at Amazon Music, where she oversees the global strategy for the genre and has been behind some incredible projects — from Amazon Music’s Easter Campaign featuring Brandon Lake, Chris Tomlin, and TAYA, t...
Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re joined by a familiar face — the incredible Rachael Lampa! Rachael’s back for her second time on the show, and this time she’s giving us a fresh take on one of her biggest hits — “Blessed.” Which is out November 21st. From her chart-topping beginnings to her inspiring new music that continues to speak hope and truth, Rachael has been a defining voice in Christian music for over two decades. ...
On today's show, we chat with Olivia Sperber!
Olivia Sperber is a fresh voice in the Christian music space—bringing authentic faith, emotional transparency, and musical promise into one inspiring package. With her debut single Dare to Have Faith now available everywhere, she invites listeners into a journey of hope, resilience and unwavering trust in God.
Olivia draws from her own walk of faith and real-life battles to craft song...
Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re joined by one of the most influential artists in Christian music history — Chris Tomlin!
With 8 BILLION+ global streams, a GRAMMY, 30 Dove Awards, and worship anthems sung in churches around the — Chris is back with his 18th studio album, The King Is Still the King — OUT NOW!
This year has been HUGE — from lending his voice to major films like The First Hymn and The Last Supper, to launching t...
On today's show, we chat with Russ Kendall!
Russ is an Emmy Award-winning producer, the creative force behind the powerful new WWII drama Truth & Treason. Russ’s work has premiered at Sundance, Heartland, and AFI Docs, and his films stream on Apple TV+, Prime Video, and Peacock. As a producer, director, and storyteller, he’s passionate about truth, courage, and faith in action — and Truth & Treason is his most personal...
On today's show, we chat with John Shepherd!
We’re diving into a powerful new film inspired by one of the most remarkable true stories in American history. Sarah’s Oil! Out November 7th. Joining us today is the film’s producer, John Shepherd — a man whose passion for storytelling and faith-driven projects has impacted audiences around the world. We’re talking about the heart behind Sarah’s Oil, the miraculous true events that ...
On today's show, we chat with Jeremy Rosado!
From American Idol to The Voice, Jeremy’s powerhouse vocals and heart for Jesus have inspired millions. His debut album “The Waiting Room” is out now — featuring “Hero In The Room” and “Keep Holding On,” songs that remind us God always shows up right on time.
A story of faith, family, and fresh fire — Jeremy’s journey from Queens to the global stage is proof that God’s timing is per...
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