“What in the world is this doing here?” you might be thinking. Here’s the deal… we’re Star Wars fans. And JFH reviews movies, but since this isn’t a “Christian band” or a band relevant to the Christian music industry, a concert review of Star Wars metal cover band Galactic Empire would make next to […]
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20 Years Later: Switchfoot’s “The Beautiful Letdown” by John DiBiase
I admit, it’s mind-blowing to think that two decades have passed since San Diego rock band Switchfoot released their career-defining fourth studio album, The Beautiful Letdown on February 25, 2003. All kinds of changes for the trio surrounded the release of the album, from being completely without a record label […]
“Redemption Road Coffee: A Coffee Review” by John DiBiase
I don’t think, after over 25 years of writing about music and movies, I ever imagined I’d be writing about coffee. But with the debut of Redemption Road Coffee and an offer to try some of their flavors out, this coffee drinker couldn’t possibly pass this tasty opportunity up. I […]
Josh Balogh’s “Top 20 Forefront Record Releases of All-Time”
Forefront Records was my go-to trusted label growing up. Every trip to the brick and mortal Christian bookstore from 1992-1999 I’d always hunt out the yellow lettering on the cd spine as I looked to bolster my ever-growing collection. Founded in 1987 by Dan R. Brock, Eddie DeGarmo, Dana Key, and […]
Jars of Clay’s “Much Afraid” Turns 25 by Josh Balogh
Happy 25th Anniversary to Jars of Clay’s Much Afraid album! The Album’s Inspiration: Hannah Hurnard’s allegorical novel Hinds Feet in High Places. originally printed in 1955. The Album Themes: Fear, Frailty, Vulnerability, Growing up My Experience: Initially, I was disappointed that Much Afraid didn’t sound like the Self-Titled, but I […]
“My PlayStation 3 Games” – By Christopher Smith
Just for fun, I’d like to write about a hobby of mine — gaming! Specifically, video gaming (though I love strategic board games as well, possibly another time). On a recent JFH Podcast episode we joked about JFH covering video games, and in the back of my mind I’ve been […]
“1997: 25 Albums Celebrate 25 Years” by Josh Balogh
1997—What a year! I know I probably say that about every year in my favorite decade of music, but I think by the time you hit the end of this article you’ll agree that these 25 Christian albums turning 25 in 2022 are of the highest quality. In fact, I […]
“Ranking David Crowder Band’s Discography” by Josh Balogh
David Crowder Band was a genre-blending wrecking ball of creative energy that co-existed in a timeframe when most worship-based artists played it safe. Some would even say they dared to be “unsuccessful” in lieu of pushing the boundaries and chasing the muse. I liked that about them then, but appreciate […]
“2012: 25 Christian Albums Celebrating 10 Years” by Josh Balogh
Today we visit the year 2012 and highlight twenty-five excellent offerings from the world of faith-based music. The albums span musical stylings from hip-hop, to singer-songwriter—pop-punk, hard rock, Americana, and indie-rock to avant-garde modern worship. There’s a comeback album, a final album, a one-hit wonder, a magnum opus, and plenty […]
25 of John DiBiase’s Favorite Songs of All Time
Today, on Easter Sunday, I was thinking about my blog I wrote highlighting my top 10 favorite songs of all time. I thought maybe it’d be time to update it and reshare it. I looked through the JFH blog and found that I’d written it 10 years ago this year. […]