Group 1 Crew - #Faster EP Review

Group 1 Crew has been through quite the transformation with both Pablo and Blanca leaving the band. Now it leaves only Manwell Reyes as the only original member, with 4 new members added to the roster. You can watch Blanca's video announcement on leaving the band here.

One Thousand Gifts Book Review

I had the opportunity to read and review Ann Voskamp's best seller "One Thousand Gifts". I had seen the book all over, in every Christian bookstore that I go to. So I wanted to get a copy to read myself and see why the book was so popular. 

My first impression of Ann's book was that it was kind of lengthy and overly poetic, I didn't see why it was so popular... just being honest here. However, after reading more I realized what the book was really about. The slogan that goes along with book "A Dare To Live Fully Right Where You Are", led me to believe that the main message of the book would be about getting more involved in church, and serving where you are, that type of thing. Which isn't bad, but it is kind of over preached in Christian "self help" books, in my opinion at least.

New Music Feature: Alma

 Today, I would like to introduce you to a pop/soul singer and songwriter named Alma. She is originally from Madison, WI but currently resides in Chicago. I had the chance to check out her music and thought it was unique, so I thought I would ask her some questions to learn more.

My questions are in white, Alma's answers are in yellow.

New Music Feature: Aaron Moon

Today, I would like to introduce you to a rap/hip hop musician named Aaron Moon. 

  I discovered Aaron's music this spring when I attended a battle of the bands event that he was performing at, along with the band Fallwell. I was really impressed by the bands performance, so after the show I reached out to Aaron about being featured on the blog. 

Rock The Island 2014 Giveaway!!

Rock The Island is back this year, with one of the best line-ups that they have had. Lecrae, Kutless, Francesca Battistelli, J.J. Weeks Band and more! The festival is in Saginaw, MI and it's FREE for everyone 21 & under, and only $15 for those 22+. 

David Lind - Under The Sun

Check out this new song by David Lind called "Under The Sun". If you like it, then be sure to share it with your friends. Also, you can get a free download of "Under The Sun" along with a couple more of David's songs HERE.

You can connect with David on:

Facebook | Twitter | Website | Instagram

Thousand Foot Krutch Announces New Album

NEWS SOURCE: Hoganson Media

Modern rock favorite THOUSAND FOOT KRUTCH announces its first new studio album in over two years, OXYGEN:INHALE, which is set to release independently worldwide Aug. 26 on TFK Music and with marketing, sales and distribution through Fuel Music. With the album being produced now by TFK frontman Trevor McNevan and longtime collaborator Aaron Sprinkle (One Republic, Anberlin, Pedro the Lion, The Almost), TFK is once again engaging the "TFK Army," fans of the band that they prefer to call their "friends and family," for a goal-driven PledgeMusic campaign.

Kings Kaleidoscope

Hailing from Seattle, Washington is a modern worship band called Kings Kaleidoscope. I got a chance to ask front-man Chad Gardner a few more questions about the band, how it all got started and what they are working on now. 

Family Force 5 Announces New Album "Time Stand Still"

Word Entertainment:

May 28, 2014

Alternative Pop/Rock band Family Force 5 is set to release its first studio album in three years, Time Stands Still, Aug. 5, 2014 from Word Entertainment.  The highly anticipated, 15-song recording features the first song and lead video, “BZRK,” which is available to download beginning this week from iTunes as part of the album pre-order campaign at http://smarturl.it/timestandsstill.  Released May 23, the “BZRK” video has already been viewed over 217,000 times at http://smarturl.it/BZRKVideo.

Fly A Little Higher Book

Fly A Little Higher is the story of Zach Sobiech, writer of #1 hit single "Clouds". Written by Zach's mom Laura, the book is about Zach's life, his battle with cancer, and how he inspired people through it all.

Zach's story really touched me because he was only 18 when he passed away, which is how old I am right now. So I can connect with the story a lot in that way.

Shelly Moore - Unraveling Album Review

Shelly Moore is singer/songwriter based out of Raleigh, NC. Shelly recently released a new album titled "Unraveled". I got a chance to check out the album and I was really impressed. I typically lean more towards male vocalists, but I thought I would give Shelly's music a shot anyway. I was surprised by how much I actually liked this album!

Deception's End

Today I would like to introduce you to a band from Illinois called Deception's End. They are a Christian Rock / Praise and worship band. I was able to ask them a few questions so that you can get to know them better. Also make sure you check out their music on ReverbNation.

What Have You Been Listening To Lately?

I always love discovering new bands, or even just new songs by artist I already know. So I am curious... 

What have you been listening to lately?

  Below are some of the songs that I have been listening to lately. Maybe you will find a song that you have never heard before out of my list below, or maybe not. Either way I hope you enjoy the music!

Samantha Crawford

Today I would like to introduce you to an up and coming Christian R&B/Soul artist named Samantha Crawford. 

I had the opportunity to ask Sam a few questions about how she first got started creating music and what inspires her. You will also learn some interesting random facts about her, so make sure you check it out!

Sumerlin Interview

Sumerlin recently released a new album titled "Runaways". They also released a new music video for their song "Breaking Out". I got the chance to ask guitarist Logan Tudor a few questions about the band and their new album. Check it out!