Christian Music Guys

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• Episode 305 | Diederik Hoogstraten | Young Washington 01.07.2026 35min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re stepping into the world of storytelling and history with a very special guest. Joining us is Diederik Hoogstraten, the talented screenwriter behind the highly anticipated film Young Washington, coming to theaters July 3rd. Co-written alongside Jon Erwin and Tom Provost, the film explores the untold story of George Washington’s formative years, revealing the trials, failures, and defining moments that shaped him into one of history’s most influential leaders.Diederik has a passion for bringing powerful stories to life, and today we’ll talk about the creative journey behind Young Washington, the challenges of portraying such an iconic figure, and the timeless lessons of courage, character, and leadership that audiences can take away from this epic new film.
• Episode 304 | Tree 63 26.06.2026 53min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true pioneer in Christian rock and worship music, John Ellis of the Dove Award-winning band Tree63. From unforgettable songs like “Treasure,” “Look What You’ve Done,” “King,” and the chart-topping “Blessed Be Your Name,” Tree63 has left an undeniable mark on the global Christian music landscape. After more than a decade-long hiatus, John and the band are back with a renewed vision and a brand-new album, VOYAGE, a project that explores the ongoing journey of faith and what it means to walk with God through every season of life. We’ll talk about the inspiration behind the new music, the band’s remarkable legacy, their return to the stage, and how God continues to shape John’s life and ministry through the voyage of faith. John, welcome to Christian Music Guys!
• Episode 303 | Chris Hauser 24.06.2026 1h 8min

  Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true veteran and respected voice in Christian music, Chris Hauser. With more than four decades of experience across nearly every corner of the CCM industry—from radio announcer and concert promoter to label executive, artist manager, and leading independent radio promoter—Chris has worked alongside some of the biggest names in Christian music, including Amy Grant, Chris Tomlin, Lauren Daigle, For King & Country, NEEDTOBREATHE, and Elevation Worship. He played a key role in helping launch Lauren Daigle’s groundbreaking debut album How Can It Be, helping bring songs like “Trust in You” and “First” to millions of listeners nationwide. Beyond the accolades and accomplishments, Chris is known for his servant heart, deep faith, and passion for mentoring the next generation of leaders in Christian music. Please help us welcome the one and only, Chris Hauser!@hauserpromochristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 302 | Alexander Pappas 17.06.2026 1h 1min

  Today we’ve got a special guest who’s helped shape the sound of modern worship across the globe. He’s a founding member of Hillsong Young & Free,  and a songwriter behind some of the most powerful anthems in the Church—songs like Alive, Wake, Real Love, Echo, and A Great Awakening. His heart for worship has reached far beyond the stage, even contributing to the latest release from Lakewood Music.Now, he’s stepping into a brand new season with a project called SUNDAY—a shift from personal, reflective songwriting into music crafted specifically for the gathered Church… songs meant to unify, uplift, and create space for real encounters with God.Help us welcome Alexander Pappas!
• Episode 301 | Rush of Fools 10.06.2026 1h 14min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Rush of Fools—a powerhouse band out of Birmingham, Alabama, whose impact on Christian music has spanned nearly two decades. Known for their breakout hit “Undo,” which dominated Christian radio in 2007, along with songs like “When Our Hearts Sing,” “Lose It All,” and “Grace Found Me,” their music has consistently pointed listeners back to the heart of the Gospel. With a name rooted in 1 Corinthians 1, Rush of Fools has always carried a message of humility and surrender, and now they’re bringing that same passion in a fresh way with their brand-new project, Live in Gatlinburg, available now.@rushoffoolschristianmusicuys.com@christianmusicuys
• Episode 300 | Evelyn Cormier 03.06.2026 51min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re celebrating a huge milestone — our 300th episode! And to mark the occasion, we’re introducing an incredible guest: Evelyn Cormier—a New Hampshire native blending folk-pop with deeply personal, faith-centered storytelling. You may know her from American Idol, where she made the Top 14 and impressed Katy Perry, but her heart for music started in church at a young age. With her breakout single Like Me Better and her latest track Leaning On Jesus, Evelyn is stepping into CCM with a raw, reflective sound rooted in her faith.@evelyncormier@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com
• Episode 299 | Cliff Preston | Testify 27.05.2026 40min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Cliff Preston—a powerful voice in Christian music whose ministry is marked by raw authenticity, deep compassion, and a passion for both spiritual and mental health. With over two decades of experience traveling the country, leading worship, writing songs, and sharing the hope of Jesus, Cliff has impacted countless lives through his music and message. From his roots in Smackover, Arkansas, to sharing stages with some of the biggest names in Christian music and being part of major tours like Winter Jam, his journey is a testament to God’s faithfulness. Now, he’s stepping into a new season with his latest single “Testify” out now, and we can’t wait for you to hear the heart behind it—so let’s dive into this conversation with Cliff Preston.
• Episode 298 | Jenn Johnson | Happy 20.05.2026 53min

  We’ve got a very special show today because we’re joined by someone whose voice has helped shape worship music for an entire generation. From powerful moments with Jenn Johnson and Bethel Music to songs that have impacted millions around the world, Jenn’s passion for worship and ministry continues to inspire the Church globally. Now, she’s stepping into an exciting new season with her brand-new project, Happy, releasing this Friday! Today, we’re talking with Jenn about the heart behind the music, the journey that inspired these songs, and what listeners can expect from this exciting new chapter.bethelmusic.com@jennjohnson20christianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 297 | John James | My Story of Hope 13.05.2026 57min

  Today’s guest is no stranger to this show — and if you grew up on Christian rock, he’s definitely no stranger to you either.He’s a two-time guest, the co-founder and original lead singer of Newsboys, and one of the most recognizable voices in Christian music history — John James is back with us.From chart-topping fame and sold-out arenas to a devastating personal collapse behind the scenes, John’s journey is anything but ordinary. At the height of success, while the music was reaching millions, his private world was unraveling. Career, marriage, identity — shattered. What followed was a descent into rock bottom… and a redemption story only God could write.His upcoming book, Newsboy: My Story of Hope and Second Chances, releasing June 2, is his most raw and unfiltered account yet. In it, John pulls back the curtain on fame, failure, shame, and the life-changing grace that rebuilt him from the ground up.Welcome back John James!ireachusa.com@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com
• Episode 296 | Kaelob Mecum 06.05.2026 1h 36min

  Today on the Christian Music Guys, we chat with Kaelob Mecum! Born in the wheat fields of Southwest Kansas, a first-generation musician who started writing songs on a JC Penney catalog guitar he found in an attic, a worship pastor at 7 Hills Church and founder of 7 Hills Worship, he’s collaborated with artists like David Leonard, Chris Tomlin, Elevation Worship, and Cochren & Co., and he’s stepping into a new season with his brand new album The Lion—so get ready for a powerful conversation about pain, purpose, and the love of God… help us welcome Kaelob Mecum. @kaelobmecum@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com
• Episode 295 | Derek Harsch | Sunday Worship Fails 29.04.2026 1h 11min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’ve got a fun and real conversation lined up with Derek Harsch — the guy behind the viral Sunday Worship Fails and a key part of the Outcry Collective. Derek has built a platform that brings humor, honesty, and a behind-the-scenes look at church worship culture, connecting with thousands through moments every worship leader can relate to. We’re diving into how it all started, what he’s learned along the way, and why authenticity in worship matters now more than ever.@sundayworshipfails@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com
• Episode 294 | Jaye King | It'll Be Alright 22.04.2026 51min

  Today we’re excited to introduce Jaye King, a rising artist and songwriter recently signed to Centricity Music, the label known for producing some of the biggest names in Christian music. Originally from Bradenton and now based in the Nashville area, Jaye brings a powerful blend of funk, R&B, pop, and Gospel, pairing bold melodies with deeply personal lyrics that reflect his journey of faith and redemption. Raised by a single mom and shaped by a story that’s both messy and miraculous, Jaye’s heart is to point people to Jesus in everything he does. His brand-new debut single with the label, Hard Place, and, following that,   Falling into it, and now, It'll Be Alright! jayeking.com@jayekingmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 293 | ALTIRA 17.04.2026 48min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome the band ALTIRA. As the former front woman of Fireflight, Dawn helped shape the sound of Christian rock for years with powerful, faith-filled anthems that reached fans all over the world.Now, after some time away from the stage, she’s back with a brand-new project—ALTIRA. This new band marks not just a return to music, but a bold new chapter, carrying a message rooted in faith and courage. Even the name ‘ALTIRA’ comes from a Hebrew phrase meaning ‘fear not,’ which perfectly captures the heart behind their music.Their debut single, “Black Hole,” is out now .
• Episode 292 | Caleb & John 15.04.2026 47min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re joined by one of the most exciting and joy-filled duos in Christian music right now, Caleb & John. With a #1 Christian radio hit in Somebody Like Me, K-LOVE Fan Award nominations, these guys are bringing a fresh, high-energy sound rooted in hope and truth. And now, they’re back with their powerful new single Ghost in the Graveyard, a bold anthem of life, freedom, and victory in Christ. Let’s welcome Caleb & John to the show.@calebandjohnmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 291 | Steven Curtis & MaryBeth Chapman | Still Here 08.04.2026 47min

  Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome back a familiar friend and introduce a brand-new friend to the show—four-time guest, now, Steven Curtis Chapman, and joining him for the very first time, his wife, New York Times bestselling author Mary Beth Chapman—as they celebrate 40 years of marriage and pull back the curtain on their shared journey in their new book, Still Here: Life Together on the Long Way Home;, the Chapmans share real, sometimes crazy stories of a marriage shaped by grace, repentance, forgiveness, and the daily choice to love each other well.stevencurtischapman.com@stevencurtischapmanmarybethchapman.comchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 290 | Michael Sweet | The Master Plan 01.04.2026 54min

  We’ve got a familiar voice joining us again today — a friend of the show and now a three-time guest. You know him as the legendary frontman of the multi-platinum Christian rock band Michael Sweet from Stryper. Michael is back with a brand new solo project called The Master Plan, releasing April 3rd!  Today we’re talking with Michael about the heart behind this new album, why he felt led to create a worship-focused project, and what God has been doing in his life and music lately. Please welcome back Michael Sweet. michaelsweet.com@michaelsweetstryperchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 289 | Tommee Profitt | The Resurrection of a King 25.03.2026 58min

  Today we’re sitting down with one of the most cinematic and innovative producers in modern music — Tommee Profitt.Over the past decade, Tommee has built an incredible career as an artist, producer, songwriter, and award-winning composer for TV and film. A lifelong musician who taught himself piano as a child and began producing at just 12 years old, his cinematic releases have now surpassed 100 billion global streams and views, He’s collaborated with major artists across genres and co-wrote and produced NF’s 8x platinum hit Let You Down, earning dozens of RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications along the way.He’s known for his powerful Christmas project The Birth of a King, a one-of-a-kind orchestral experience that’s generated over 177 million streams and recently grown into a sold-out  concert event at Bridgestone Arena, And now, he’s continuing the story. On March 27th, Tommee releases The Resurrection of a King — moving from the cradle to the cross and the empty tomb in a sweeping, cinematic celebration of the risen King.Let’s welcome Tommee Profitt.@christianmusicguys
• Episode 288 | Rachel Delong | Holy Ghosted 18.03.2026 47min

  We’re excited to welcome Rachel DeLong, a New England–based singer-songwriter, CCM artist, and worship leader whose honest, faith-filled music speaks to identity and purpose in today’s world. Her latest single,Holy Ghosted, is out now, adding to a growing catalog shaped by her heart for worship and storytelling. Rachel has shared the stage with artists like Riley Clemmons, Mike Donehey, Jason Gray, and Rhett Walker, performed at major festivals including SoulFest and River Rock Music Festival — welcome Rachel!@racheldelongmusicchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys
• Episode 287 | Stephen McWhirter | Radically Restored 13.03.2026 53min

   Today we’re honored to welcome back three-time guest Stephen McWhirter — a Dove Award–winning and Grammy-nominated worship leader whose life powerfully testifies to the redemptive love of Jesus. Once a drug addict who hated Christ and Christians, Stephen encountered the transforming presence of God and went from brokenness to radical restoration. His global worship anthem Come Jesus Come has reached millions and earned him a Grammy nomination alongside CeCe Winans and The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, and now his new book, Radically Restored: How Knowing Jesus Heals Our Brokenness, shares his full journey of addiction, encounter, and unshakable faith — all with one mission: to point people to the real, living Jesus who changes everything. Welcome Stephen McWhirter!@stephenmcwhirterworshipjesus.life@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com
• Episode 286 | Lucas Miles | TPUSA Faith 11.03.2026 35min

  Today on the Christian Music Guys, we are joined by Lucas Miles from TPUSA Faith. The senior director also pastor and influence churchTPUSA Faith is on a mission to equip and empower Christians to put their faith into action. In a time when culture is loud and convictions are tested, this is a conversation about what it really means to live out your faith beyond Sunday morning — in your community, in your calling, and in the public square.Welcome  Lucas Miles.lucasmiles.org@mrlucasmiles@christianmusicguyschristianmusicguys.com