Christian Music Guys

On today's show, we chat with Dan Dean!

Dan Dean’s love for music and performing began when he started taking piano lessons in the third grade. He involved himself musically in his father’s church starting at the age of sixteen and continued to do so until he graduated high school. Upon graduation, he attended Jackson College of Ministries in Jackson, MS before eventually finishing with a BSA from Dallas Baptist University.

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On today's show, we chat with two-time guest, Kevin Sorbo!

 Still beloved by audiences nationwide, “What If…” stars Kevin Sorbo, Kristy Swanson, John Ratzenberger, and Debby Ryan. Notably, “What If…” marks the first faith film for Jenkins and for Kevin Sorbo—an early signal of the impact Jenkins would later make on global faith audiences.  The story follows Ben Walker (Kevin Sorbo), a businessman who abandoned his faith. One day...

On today's show, we chat with Cory Asbury!

Cory Asbury is a singer-songwriter who began his musical journey in church at the age of 14. He became a full-time performer at 21. His influential album, Reckless Love (2018), topped the Billboard Christian Albums chart and earned him two Dove Awards and a GRAMMY nomination. The album's title track spent 18 weeks at No. 1, earning him accolades from Billboard, ASCAP, and BMI as Chr...

On today's Friday edition, we chat with Sam Wesley!
Sam Wesley is a Christian artist and songwriter known for heartfelt lyrics that inspire faith, hope, and love. The son of MercyMe frontman Bart Millard, Sam draws on a rich musical heritage, crafting songs that resonate deeply with listeners.

Sam's latest single, Greater than All I Know, is out now, you can catch Sam out on tour this fall, with MercyMe!

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On today's show, we welcome back Chris Cleveland with Stars Go Dim!

Formed in 2007 as a mainstream pop band, today Stars Go Dim is the moniker for Christian pop artist and songwriter Chris Cleveland. After years at the helm of an acclaimed independent secular band and more than a decade leading worship at Tulsa’s Asbury United Methodist Church—one of America’s largest congregations—Cleveland found success in the Christian format...

On today's Friday edition, we chat with John Allan!

Southern California native, multi-instrumentalist and indie rock, alt-pop artist John Allan releases his Centricity Music debut single, “Living God,” which is available now at streaming and digital outlets everywhere!  From the very first synth-laced chord progression, the song sonically recalls The Killers and is lyrically meant to incite awe and praise.

Written with Benji Cowa...

On today's show, we chat with Seph Schlueter!

It is Seph Schlueter's (pronounced "shleeter") deep passion to awaken people's hearts, help lead others into an encounter with Jesus, and give language to a relationship with God through his music. Follow his socials and you'll quickly see his heart for the Lord along with his endearing personality. Before joining the Provident Entertainment family in 2023, he r...

On today's show, we chat with two-time guest, Anne Wilson!

God Story is a soul-baring anthem of survival, grief and divine redemption, rooted in pain but rising in praise. Written by Anne with frequent collaborators Matthew West and Jeff Pardo, the track captures Anne at her most vulnerable, tracing the scars of loss with a voice that’s equal parts broken and bold. Sonically steeped in country-pop uplift and gospel grit, the son...

On today's show, we chat with Thunderstorm Artis!

    Artis was born and raised in a large musical family on the North Shore of Oahu, and it’s easy to find the laid-back vibe of island life effortlessly blended with the real life experiences that inspire his music. As a Season 18 finalist on The Voice, Artis wowed audiences with both his original compositions, including quiet acoustic track “Sedona,” and loving reinterpretations...

Get ready for an unforgettable episode of The Christian Music Guys as we welcome back our good friend and three-time guest, Mac Powell!
This time, Mac joins us to celebrate an exciting milestone—Third Day's 30th Anniversary Tour, officially announced for 2026! 

We dive deep into the legacy of Third Day, what fans can expect from this long-awaited reunion. Mac shares heartfelt memories, behind-the-scenes moments, and how God h...

On today's show, we chat with Matt Crocker!

Matt Crocker is a worship leader and songwriter, who has left an indelible mark on the landscape of contemporary Christian music over his decade-long career. As one of the lead vocalists for Hillsong UNITED and Hillsong Worship, Crocker has been a part of writing songs that have resonated with believers and non-believers the world over, including “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail),” “This I...

On today's show, we chat with Presence Music Band!

Presence Music, a high-energy pop worship band from Duluth, MN, is led by husband-and-wife duo Brandon and Leah, along with their dynamic band. What began as a group of area worship leaders coming together to play for youth camps has evolved into a professional Christian music act, sharing their passion for faith and music across the Midwest.

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On today's show, we're joined with Chad Gentry and Johnny B!

Join the Christian Music Guys as we recap all the excitement, red carpet moments, and powerful performances from this year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards! We're joined by special guests Johnny B and Chad Gentry as we dive into the highlights, favorite memories, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. From unforgettable artist encounters to Spirit-filled moments, t...

On today's show, we chat with two time guest, Ben Fuller!

Music has taken Ben Fuller’s life and made it into something he never would have dreamed. Ben grew up in Southern Vermont on his family dairy farm working along-side his father. He'd pass the time by singing classic country tunes as he witnessed first-hand the hard work and dedication it took to run a farm. 

 After generations of hurt in his family, Ben turned to c...

On today's show, we chat with Band Reeves!

The Reeves brothers have taken their hybrid brand of acoustic-grounded storytelling and spiritually-fueled country music to concert venues nationally before being discovered and signed to their first label deal with Centricity Music. A little bit Shane & Shane, a little bit Florida Georgia Line, Band Reeves is forging their own unique path on a patch of back forty dirt where blue-co...

On today's show, we chat with Phil King!

Phil is based in Amarillo, Texas, but his impact as a songwriter and worship leader is felt throughout the industry. His songs have been recorded by Matt Redman, Leeland and Micah Tyler, among others, and he released the duet "Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone)" with Meredith Andrews in 2023. Another career highlight for Phil was his participation in Focus on the Family’s 2019 pro-life e...

On today's Friday edition, we chat with Anya Lee!

Anya Lee died. Literally. Frozen to death on the Appalachian Trail in 2019, she woke to find herself in the ER staring at the ceiling filled with bright lights and instantly knew that God had spared her for a reason. That reason is her music as the vehicle to express her unswerving faith in Jesus’ love.

Anya’s day job is to be the Associate Dean of Student Affairs at Way Up Near C...

On today's show, we chat with Melody Noel!

For Melody Noel, music is a life force. Born into a family of mariachis spanning across seven generations — with the earliest musician dating back to the 1870s — Melody forged her own path as the first to create music outside the Mexican folk genre.  Melody began her journey in pop music as a member of teen girl group Runway MMC. This experience opened her eyes to the American music sce...

On today's show, we chat with Sanctus Real!

If Sanctus Real has learned anything over the course of their career, it’s this: We’re all a work in progress. For Dustin Lolli (lead vocals) and founding members Chris Rohman (guitar) and Mark Graalman (drums), it’s a refining that’s been realized through hard-won seasons as a band. The

result is a bond of remarkable musicians that are making the best music of their career, and coming ...