California worship leader Phil Wickham is a fairly new artist who’s written a respectful collection of worship songs since his self-titled debut in 2006. I’ve noticed that his style, however, isn’t for everyone. His vocals are undoubtedly unique and are expressed in a rather child-like fashion that is innocent and verbally poetic, especially in a generation where […]
Year: 2009
“The Possibility of a Paradox” by Jonny Diaz
A paradox is defined as something that is “contradictory, inconsistent, or opposite.” For example, the statements “War paves the way for peace” and “Freedom requires limitations” are paradoxes. We have trouble processing them. Our minds can only wrap themselves around so much – they like it when we keep things simple. Therefore, when it […]
We Recommend: Children 18:3, “Children 18:3”
I was actually introduced to Children 18:3 right here on this site and, upon reading David Goodman’s honest and accurate review, I ventured into purchasing the album that same day. I don’t mean to sound like a die-hard fan here, but this album carries with it what you might find to be […]
We Recommend: Emery, ‘”The Weak’s End”
Several years ago, I was all about watching TVU. My church had it playing in its game room, and whenever I went in there, I sat and watched video after video. In 2004, a new band had one of its videos playing, and from the opening screams of “Walls,” I […]
“Ode to Joy” by Karen M.
Well, it’s been quite a day. Quite a week or two or three, actually. I work in a small bakery. I was filling in for my manager as she took a well-deserved vacation, and along with the responsibility for my department came the stress, grumbles, “ooops-es”, and concerns that go […]
We Recommend: Anberlin, “Cities”
I can’t think of too many others that are so personal to me as Cities. I had heard of Anberlin before it came out, but I didn’t know much about them. However, something urged me to take a chance and pick up the record anyway. As one of my all-time favorite albums, there’s […]
We Recommend: Seabird, “Til We See The Shore”
Last Summer, I had the pleasure of catching Seabird live at Vertical Fest in Shippensburg, PA. I was impressed by the raw passion and the talent this foursome displayed. This one live performance awakened an appreciation in me for this young and promising act. Currently on tour with Jars Of Clay, […]
LIVE From The 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards
Hey everybody! It’s that time again. The 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards are tonight! We’re reporting live from the press room at the Grand Ole Opry to give you moment by moment coverage of the GMA Dove Awards! 4:45 EST — John DiBiase here! Getting settled in the press room. […]
We Recommend: All Star United, “All Star United”
This is one of the finest recordings known from the 90s. Ian Eskelin, the vocalist and also a solo artist, has contributed so much to the alternative genre in the last 15 years, and this album a perfect example of an experience that’s unforgettable. There are so many songs that […]
“The Sacrifice of the Cross” by John DiBiase
It’s easy to let the true meaning of Easter (much like with Christmas) get lost in the midst of family dinner planning, school time off, images of bunnies, baskets of candy, and eggs. I was reading my daily devotional today — written by Charles Stanley of InTouch Ministries — and he chose Mark 15:26-32 […]