“Monster” has proven to be just that for Skillet, with fans purchasing so many digital copies over the holiday, their sales increased almost 300%. In addition to all the success “Monster” is having, their No. 1 Christian rock and CHR track, “Hero,” has been creating a great buzz as well: ‘Hero” will be used in the upcoming trailers and promos for the new Twentieth Century Fox film, “Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief,” which stars Pierce Brosnan and Uma Thurman and is based on the best-selling book by Rick Riordan.

-“Hero” has been used all season long by the NFL in their, Sunday Night Football and NFL Weekend Kickoff promos.

-The WWE will use the song once again as the official theme song for WWE’s Royal Rumble Pay-Per-View on January 31st. “Hero” was also featured as part of the soundtrack to the WWE’s Tribute To The Troops TV Special, which aired just before Christmas on NBC. Skillet was promoted alongside other contributing artists including Bob Dylan, Bon Jovi, and Nickelback. WWE programming reaches nearly 16 million people per week in the U.S., and WWE.com currently averages 14 million unique visitors worldwide monthly, providing more than 28 million video streams.

-In follow up to their fall AWAKE & ALIVE tour, which, due to numerous sell out shows made Pollstar’s Concert Pulse’s Top 50 tours for the fall, Skillet will hit the road with mainstream rockers Shinedown and Puddle of Mudd for the Sound of Madness 2010 tour beginning January 21st in Providence, RI.

- In March and April Skillet will co-headline the AWAKE TONIGHT tour with TobyMac for one of the most anticipated tours of the spring for the Christian concert arena. Tour dates will be announced soon.

For tour dates go to http://www.skillet.com

Skillet’s latest, AWAKE, continues to propel the incredible momentum the rock outfit has going for them with a blockbuster debut at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top 200, selling over 67,000 units and peaking at No. 1 on iTune’s “Top Albums” chart and “Top Rock” chart within 24 hours of its release. Since 2006’s breakthrough RIAA Gold certified project “Comatose,” Skillet has toured with the likes of mainstream megastars Breaking Benjamin, Three Days Grace, Seether and Flyleaf, and headlined a slew of major Christian festivals, all followed by solo tours that ranked within Pollstar’s Concert Pulse Top 50 Tours. Along the way, the two-time Grammy®-nominated alternative rockers also scored seven consecutive number one Christian radio singles, a 2008 GMA Dove Award for “Rock Song of the Year,” and a 2009 nomination for Artist of the Year. Along with a trio of singles on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock charts, a pair of BMI Songwriting Awards, and being chosen as Reader’s Poll favorites on several top ccm websites, they also released their first ever concert CD/DVD combo pack “Comatose Comes Alive.”

For more information on Skillet, go to: www.skillet.com and/or www.myspace.com/skilletmusic

Last year, the Rock and Worship Roadshow drew more than 170k fans to major cities across the U.S. and this year hopes to continue to attract people by the thousands providing them the best entertainment along with a meaningful message. The 25-city tour will kick off March 18 in Indianapolis and will carry through to April 25 in Columbia, SC. (see tour dates below)

“We are so excited to be back for this tour with such an incredible group of artists,” says MercyMe’s Bart Millard. “We’re going to have a great time.”

Admission prices will again be $10 at-the-door, as the tour aims to be an event for fans of all ages, especially families. In addition to bringing a night of exciting performances, the tour is also dedicated to a much greater purpose: helping children with juvenile diabetes via “Imagine A Cure”, a non profit organization geared to raise awareness and to support research that will lead to a cure along with Compassion International, a Christian child advocacy ministry that releases children from spiritual, economic, social and physical poverty and enables them to become responsible, fulfilled Christian adults. For more information on “Imagine A Cure,” go to: http://www.imagineacureonline.com/. For more information on Compassion International go to http://www.compassion.com For more information on the Roadshow please log on to www.rockandworshiproadshow.com.

Tour Dates for Rock and Worship Roadshow 2010 (dates subject to change)

March 18, 2010 Indianapolis, IN
March 19, 2010 Madison, WI
March 20, 2010 Council Bluffs, IA
March 21, 2010 Colorado Springs, CO
March 23, 2010 Billings, MT
March 25, 2010 Tacoma, WA
March 26, 2010 Portland, OR
March 27, 2010 Boise, ID
March 28, 2010 Spokane, WA
March 31, 2010 Bakersfield, CA
April 1, 2010 Fresno, CA
April 2, 2010 Sacramento, CA
April 8, 2010 Long Beach, CA
April 9, 2010 Ontario, CA
April 10, 2010 Phoenix, AZ
April 11, 2010 Las Vegas, NV
April 13, 2010 Albuquerque, NM
April 15, 2010 Oklahoma City, OK
April 16, 2010 Dallas, TX
April 17, 2010 Tulsa, OK
April 18, 2010 San Antonio, TX
April 22, 2010 Cedar Rapids, IA
April 23, 2010 Ft. Wayne, IN
April 24, 2010 Columbus, OH
April 25, 2010 Columbia, SC

MercyMe:
Since their debut in 2001, Grammy-nominated, American Music Award and multiple GMA Dove Award winners MercyMe have sold over 5 million units in CD and DVD sales, including “Almost There”, nearly triple platinum, “Spoken For,” which is approaching platinum sales, and the RIAA Gold certification for “Undone,” the MercyMe Live DVD, and “Coming Up to Breathe.” Their latest, “All That Is Within Me,” entered the Billboard Top 200 chart at No. 15 and sold an impressive 83,626 units, the most they’ve ever sold in a project’s first week. Recently, Billboard named MercyMe’s “Word Of God Speak” the No. 1 Song of The Decade and the group the No. 1 Christian Songs Artist of the Decade.

MercyMe is one of few Contemporary Christian music groups to have had all of their recordings certified Gold or Platinum, as well as garner 22 No.1 multi-format Christian radio singles, and four consecutive mainstream radio hits with “I Can Only Imagine,” (No. 4 AC/top 25 on Top 40/Hot AC), “Here With Me” (No. 4 AC), “Homesick” (top 10 AC), and “So Long Self.” In 2008 the band was named R&R’s Christian AC Artist of the Year, and as one of the industry's most notable talents, MercyMe has sold out venues including Radio City Music Hall and has been seen on The Tonight Show, CNN, Fox New Channel’s Fox & Friends, ABC News, CBS’ Early Show, and on the pages of Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times, USA Today, Billboard, and more. For all things MercyMe, please visit: www.mercyme.org.

DAVID CROWDER *BAND: Church Music is the follow-up to David Crowder*Band’s 2007 release of Remedy. Along with the group’s 6 GMA Dove Awards and 17 nominations, David Crowder*Band has toured with Michael W. Smith, Third Day and Mercy Me including a headlining tour with Mute Math. The first Christian artist to be named MSN.com’s Artist of the Year in 2006 as well as foster a partnership with M-Audio/Propellerhead’s Reason software, Crowder is also the namesake behind premiere guitar maker Tom Anderson Guitarworks’s Crowdster Acoustic. They have received media coverage from such major news outlets as CNN, Fox and the New York Times. Despite the success, David Crowder*Band makes it a point to get back to University Baptist Church on most Sundays, a church they helped found on the campus of Baylor University in Waco, TX. The band is also featured at the enormously popular Passion gatherings. The group’s leader David Crowder is further an acclaimed author, having penned two books, including his acclaimed, highly personal, Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven, But Nobody Wants to Die. www.davidcrowderband.com

Family Force Five: Formerly known as The Brothers Olds, Family Force Five have been doing things their way since the band’s inception nearly 10 years ago. In follow-up to their debut album Business Up Front, Party In The Back (2006), FF5 released their sophomore release Dance or Die on their record label Transparent Media Group in 2008. Dance was a near-perfect amalgam of dense grooves (“Radiator”), synthesizer-driven funk (the title track), techno-pop nostalgia (“How In The World”) and inspired emo (“The First Time”) that seemingly erased the lines of demarcation between dirty rock clubs and cosmopolitan dancefloors.

Anyone familiar to their mythology knows, when Family Force 5 activate their collective booty-movin’ powers, there’s not a single rock club, dance floor or house party they cannot vanquish. Now, the band is writing new material for their third album, tentatively slated for release later in mid-2010. www.myspace.com/familyforce5

FEE: From national worship conferences to local youth group meetings, the GMA Dove nominated Fee has brought a new level of abandon and talent to rock worship, gifting today’s church with riveting songs of praise. The band has been associated with some of today’s most forthcoming faith-based events including Passion, 7:22 and Catalyst conferences. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Steve Fee, Matt Adkins, Heath Balltzglier and Brandon Coker still lead worship at the North Point Community Church. Fee released their sophomore project Hope Rising in the fall of 2009. The newest album contains the successful digital and radio single “Glory to God Forever.” www.feeband.com

FRANCESCA Battistelli: This New York City-born singer and songwriter has been going non-stop since her debut project, My Paper Heart, released last summer on Fervent/Reprise Records, which boasts the #1 hit for multiple weeks, "Free to be Me." The single reached an unheard of #1 on four radio charts, and is also the first #1 song from a female at AC radio since 2005. This ranks her as the most added female artist and new artist in Christian radio history. She was named one of iTunes' best new artists of 2008 within the Christian/Gospel category and received accolades for her single "I'm Letting Go" as the #3 "Best iTunes Song" of the year.

Francesca Battistelli was nominated an astounding five times for the 2009 Dove Awards for Female Vocalist and New Artist of the Year, while "I'm Letting Go" received nominations for Song of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year. My Paper Heart was nominated for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year. Adding to her accolades, Battistelli's music has been featured in feature films, on AOL Music's homepage, in ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," NBC's "Biggest Loser," and The Style Network's new reality show "Running In Heels."

Visit www.francescamusic.com for her blogs, current tour dates, and more.

REMEDY DRIVE: There's a passionate honesty to middle America - it's deep-rooted and straightforward. Few places embody that better than Lincoln, Nebraska, home to Word/Warner Bros. newest rock outfit, Remedy Drive. A four-piece, four-brother band (David, Philip, Paul and Dan Zach), Remedy Drive has been cranking out their own brand of music as a full time indie for the past 5 years. The band's debut release, "Daylight Is Coming" was produced by Ian Eskelin (All Star United).

With a message of hope for the searching and a desire to reach beyond a static life for something bigger, Remedy Drive combines a heart-on-a-sleeve sensibilities with their one-of-a-kind live show - the Midwest has never felt like this before! www.remedydrive.com

SIDEWALK PROPHETS: As one of Christian music's fastest rising new bands, Sidewalk Prophets highly anticipated debut record These Simple Truths scanned more than 25,000 copies since releasing in August 2009. Their first single, "The Words I Would Say" made a huge impact at radio holding the #1 at AC Indicator for 5 weeks in a row. Gaining their start leading chapel at Anderson University where founding members Dave Frey and Ben McDonald met, Sidewalk Prophets began playing anywhere they could get an audience. Moving to Nashville on a wing and a prayer with nothing but an EP the band eventually signed with Fervent Records. www.sidewalkprophets.com

“We are so grateful to radio that after 18 years, they are still making a place for us,” says band member Randy Phillips.

“Phillips, Craig & Dean’s ‘Revelation Song’ continues to have remarkable impact with radio. After all these months at the top of the charts, I continue to hear that this song is testing extraordinarily high with listeners,” explains Dan Michaels, Senior Vice-President of Marketing and Promotions for INO Records. “I am thankful to radio and very happy for Phillips, Craig & Dean.”

In the midst of the single’s successful stay at the top of the radio and iTunes ® Christian Singles charts, Randy Phillips, Shawn Craig and Dan Dean continue to visit radio outlets across the country including K-LOVE, KLTY/Dallas, The Fish/Sacramento, KSBJ/Houston, HIS Radio/Greenville, KXOJ/Tulsa and WPOZ/Orlando. KLTY, KSBJ, KXOJ and WPOZ also hosted concerts with an average of 4,000 people in attendance.

To hear more about the story behind “Revelation Song” from Randy Phillips, Shawn Craig and Dan Dean, visit: http://video.inorecords.com/streaming/?video=PCD-RevelationSongFinaledit05-18-09

“Revelation Song” is from the group’s latest release on INO Records titled Fearless that debuted at No. 1 at Christian retail. Below is just a sample of the media’s praise of Fearless.

“The musical performances and production are cutting-edge… the best feature on this album is the performance of PC&D – they have a way of infusing the songs with an honest passion that connects as effectively as a live worship concert.” – Worship Leader

“The trio has nailed their niche and sound in this fantastic arrangement of worshipful lyrics, contemporary sound and pleasing harmonies, making it their best album to date.” – Advance Magazine

“If you had told me several years ago that some of the best executed modern rock of 2009 would be released by Phillips Craig and Dean, I would have personally signed your commitment papers. But....well, that is exactly what has happened. The beauty of the trio's new project, Fearless is its lack of pretense: They aren't trying to set the worship world on fire with their artistry, yet they are making seriously good worship music that is just as viable in the modern rock arena as in the church... Fearless finds the group at the height of their powers.” - Christian Musician

With 12 albums, two million plus records sold, nine Dove Award nominations and 19 No. 1 radio hits, Phillips, Craig & Dean have no doubt achieved longevity in their 18 years of ministry as a staple in the ever changing Christian music industry. If the success of “Revelation Song” is any indication, Phillips, Craig & Dean show no sign of stopping anytime soon.

Even with the critical acclaim he’s garnered, for the first time in his career, Wickham feels that he has a story to tell: he wants to remind the Church for what and who we are created for.

Produced by Pete Kipley (MercyMe, The Afters, Kutless) Heaven and Earth is not only an encouraging album from a lyrical standpoint, but a delight to listen to with guitar parts that feel like they are literally plucking strings connected to your chest and lonesome yet lush string arrangements, recorded at famed Abbey Road Studios.

Writing much of the record while in the studio certainly paid off for Wickham, as a story began to unfold in the songs, and for the first time Wickham found himself writing specific songs to connect the dots and join the threads that were beginning to weave themselves in and out across the tapestry that was becoming Heaven and Earth.

The first single “Safe” featuring MercyMe frontman Bart Millard, has received great support at radio debuting at No. 28 on Billboard AC Monitored and No. 27 on AC Indicator this week. The lyrics of “Safe” serve to encourage, strengthen and remind listeners that they are not alone as they say, “You will be safe in His arms, You will be safe in His arms, the hands that hold the world are holding Your heart, this is the promise He made He will be with You always, when everything is falling apart you will be safe in His arms.”

“If we are Christians, we know God is great and we know what Jesus did on the cross,” says Wickham. “We know all the stories, but to be reminded of and to be compelled to move by those stories, I feel, is in a way a large part of what my goal in music is - to remind the Church of the reality of the Gospel, the importance of the cross, of the excitement and hope that we have in Heaven.”

www.philwickham.com

Award-winning pop-rock outfit Stellar Kart has landed a new home with Nashville-based label, INO Records. The band will release its forth studio album, Everything Is Different Now, March 9, 2010.

A favorite among youth group circles, Stellar Kart looks forward to the next phase of its thriving career with INO’s support. “We've been through a lot in the past year and have been searching and praying for what God wants us to do with our ministry,” says Stellar Kart frontman Adam Agee. “We are now proud to say that we have found a home with INO Records! They understand and share our vision, and we can't wait to take on this new project together. We are very excited to see what God has in store for us as we enter this new chapter in our lives. Everything is different now.”

“We are extremely happy to welcome Stellar Kart to the INO family of artists,” says INO Records President Jeff Moseley. “I’m impressed with their heart for ministry, their tremendous work ethic and dedicated fan following. The guys have recorded what we believe is their best project to date, and we are excited to see its impact on youth around the world.”

Stellar Kart will kick off its new label partnership with the release of Everything Is Different Now this spring. The album’s first radio single “We Shine,” debuts at CHR Oct. 30, 2009 and will be available for purchase at iTunes beginning Nov. 3.

Punk pop-rock band Stellar Kart launched onto the music scene with its 2005 Word Records debut, All Gas. No Brake. The project landed Stellar Kart a Gospel Music Association Dove Award nomination for Best New Artist, and the band was honored as New Artist of the Year by readers of Ignite Your Faith magazine. In 2006, Stellar Kart debuted at No. 1 on SoundScan’s Christian retail chart with its sophomore release, We Can’t Stand Sitting Down. Furthermore, the band’s single, “Me And Jesus,” held the No. 1 spot at Christian Hit Radio for seven consecutive weeks. The group also received a 2007 Dove Award for Rock/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year (“Me And Jesus”) as well as three other nominations in the categories Artist of the Year, Rock Recorded Song (“Activate”), and Rock/Contemporary Album (We Can’t Stand Sitting Down). Additionally, Stellar Kart was recognized by SESAC with four 2007 National Performance Activity Awards.

Stellar Kart’s last release, Expect the Impossible (2008), debuted at No. 66 on the Billboard 200, spawning the tenth most played CHR song of 2008, “Jesus Loves You,” and garnering the band Dove Award nods for Rock Recorded Song ("Shine Like the Stars") and Rock Contemporary Album (Expect the Impossible). The foursome has toured alongside such CCM powerhouses as Kutless, newsboys, and Superchick, and is currently on “The Revolve Tour,” additionally featuring Britt Nicole and Group 1 Crew, among others. For more information on Stellar Kart, visit: www.stellarkart.com myspace.com/stellarkart

“I’ve always loved Christmas music and everything that goes with the holiday season, and my goal was to create a warm, intimate, simple production environment so that the music could be about the songs themselves,” says Harris.

Produced by Luke Denton the 10-song project reflects traditional classics while Harris strikes out with new arrangements of old songs and his own original compositions with classics such as “ O Holy Night,” “Silent Night” and “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas.” The songs’ acoustic bones and Harris’ strong, clear voice combine to create a well-balanced album that is at once uplifting, holy, prayerful, and high-spirited.

The title track will be the first single from the record, as well as introduce the world to Harris’ 13-year-old daughter, Maddison. Harris says having the chance to sing with her was one of the most rewarding parts of recording. The day before he went into the studio to record the CD’s title track, he decided he didn’t want to sing the song alone. Maddison had been leading First Priority, a worship service at her school, and Harris had noticed the growing strength of her voice; having her sing “Christmas Is” with him “made the album,” he says, “because the innocence in the message of the song came through her voice.”

Harris reminds us of the reason we celebrate Christmas with Christmas Is. Harris will launch his “Christmas Is” tour in November where fans can hear the Dove Award winner perform many of these holiday favorites and more. For more information and tour schedule, please visit www.markharrisonline.com.

With her two previous INO recordings, Add to the Beauty and Tell Me What You Know, Groves focused on a theme and wrote poetic commentary with songs about social justice and the impoverished. However, early in the pre-production process of “Fireflies & Songs,” INO Record’s president Jeff Moseley suggested that "It's been a long time since we've heard from you," saying, "I want to check in with you. What's happening now in your life? What is life like for you as a wife, mother, daughter and friend?"

"As soon as he said that, I knew it was true. As a songwriter, it's easier to step back and take an observer's view, and that's what I'd been doing the last couple albums,” she recalls. “Of course, I'm in all those songs, and they're personal, but I wasn't 'digging in the dirt' for sure. It's hard to do that. It's hard to say, 'Here's my stuff. I'm not writing about other people's stuff.'

"As I started writing, I revisited some things that have taken place over the last 15 years of marriage," she says. "It wasn't all exactly current, but it was stuff that I hadn't written about yet, and it was good to do so." Soon she had her first conversations with producer Charlie Peacock about the album and, at one point, asked if he had any early direction for her. "I want you to enjoy God and the gift of songwriting," he replied.

"I just burst into tears," says Groves. "I don't think anyone has ever told me to do that. And that's what I did. I cried like a baby as every single song came out. And as they did, I thought, I'm more grateful today that I get to do this than ever before." Even now, as she recalls the experience, her eyes well with emotion.

Listeners will relate as songs like "From This One Place," calls out to God in response to tangible and recurring anxiety, while the flowing, moody "Eyes Wide Open," is both confessional and declarative, saying, "I’ve got layers of lies that I don’t even know about yet," and concludes, "When the lights come up on this town/When the thing goes down/... I wanna be telling the truth." The gently pleading "It's Me" is at once stark and reassuring as it paints a personal picture of the often polar push and pull couples experience as they pursue a genuine marriage relationship.

Fireflies & Songs also expands on the Groves' determined efforts to nurture other marriages by being open about their own shortcomings and lessons learned. Perhaps the most intimately vulnerable song of all is the stealthily titled "Different Kinds of Happy." As she sings, "I’ve got to ask you something/But please don’t be afraid/There’s a promise here that's heavier/Than your answer might weigh," she foreshadows redemptive truth amidst emotional danger.

While Groves is the first to confirm Fireflies & Songs is the "most her" musically, it's also the singer's most candid recording. "I tried not to teach on this album," she explains. "And I'm a natural-born teacher. I turn everything into a lesson--for myself, for the people around me. That's how I process my life, that's how I learn. But I wanted Fireflies & Songs to feel more like friends and I are talking at Don Pablo's over nachos and cheese. I'm trying to be more confessional, and I hope these songs encourage other people to live confessionally."

Groves is currently doing one-off dates throughout the U.S., and will launch her own O HOLY NIGHT Christmas tour later this fall (tour dates below). For more information please visit http://www.saragroves.com.

Fall Dates:

October 2009

10/2, 3 Alexandria, MN
Bridging the Gap Womens Retreat
Lake Geneva Christian Center
320-763-3680

10/13 Nashville, TN
International Justice Mission Benefit
www.ijm.org

10/ 14 San Diego, CA
Maranatha Chapel
7:00pm
858-613-7800
www.maranathachapel.org

December 2009 O HOLY NIGHT Christmas Tour

12/3 Scotch Plains, NJ
Evangel Church
8:00pm
908-322-9300
www.evangelchurch.com

12/4 Presque Isle, ME
Presque Isle Weslyan Church
207-764-5187
7:00pm

12/5 Bangor, ME
Bangor Baptist Church
207-947-2751
6:00pm

12/6 Manchester, NH
Manchester Christian Church
603-622-9677
6:00pm

12/8 Hershey, PA
Hershey Free Church
7:30pm
717-533-4848
www.hersheyfree.com

12/10 Des Moines, IA
First Assembly
7:00pm
515-279-9766
www.desmoinesfirst.org

12/ 11 Green Bay, WI
Cup O' Joy
920-435-3269
6:30pm and 8:45pm

12/13 Niles, OH
Pleasant Valley Church
6:00pm
330-979-1440
www.pvchurch.net

12/17 Alexandria, MN
Alexandria Covenant Church
6:30pm
800-658-2229
www.praisefm.org
www.alexandriacovenant.org

12/18 Maple Grove, MN
Church of the Open Door
7:00pm
www.thedoor.org

12/ 20 Springfield, IL
Calvary Temple Christian Center 7:00pm
217-546-9700
www.calvaryspringfield.org

“ The music is great, and his vocals seem to be at the top of his game this time around.” – JesusFreakHideout.com

“Some tracks will make you want to lift your hands in worship, and others will make you want to jump in row for a line dance.” – ChristianmusicToday.com (Christianity Today)

“Todd Agnew has always been known for his insightful and astute lyrics, as well as being famous for his deep, low baritone. And both shine out in this album: Need does not lack strong vocals or perceptive lines.“ - theChristianManifesto.com

“When it comes to beautiful worshipful music that doesn't fit the ‘modern worship’ pigeonhole, Todd Agnew's Need is as good as it gets.” - BeyondtheTurntable.com

“... a compelling new project that explores the perceptions of our true desires.” - NewReleaseTuesday.com

Agnew is currently a part of the “Promise Remains” tour with Building 429 and Kimber Rising, sponsored by Christian humanitarian organization World Vision. The tour started in Sept. and will visit around 40 cities. Visit www.thepromiseremainstour.com for the most updated tour information.

Todd Agnew is a five-time Dove Award nominee, garnering numerous hit radio singles including two No. 1 hits, “Grace Like Rain” and “This Fragile Breath (The Thunder Song).” Agnew continues to perform over 150 dates per year and has currently sold over 500,000 units. His most recent release Better Questions entered Billboard’s Christian Retail Chart at No. 1.

Below is just a sample of the media’s response to Hope Rising:

“Hope Rising is a definite necessity for any avid CCM or praise & worship fan. It once again shows us how powerfully talented the group is, which is no big surprise for existing Fee fans out there.” – GospelMusicChannel.com

“I can’t get enough of this album and every song is worshipful, totally catchy and instantly sing-able.” – ChristianMusicReview.org

“The sort of anthemic, powerful worship album that makes you want to jump up and kneel at the same time. “ – Group Magazine

“... a cut above much of what you'll find in an overcrowded worship music industry.” – JesusFreakHideout.com

5 out of 5 stars! “Their follow-up, Hope Rising, will make you forget the term, “sophomore slump.” Now that the worship music genre has established itself as its own entity, Fee has claimed a spot as front-runners and trendsetters.” – TheChristianManifesto.com

Fee’s current single “Glory to God Forever” is at the No. 21 spot at AC and is No. 8 on the Soft AC/Inspo charts. To watch the making of Hope Rising as well as hear more about new songs such as “Glory to God Forever,” visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ebQGURnNiE&feature=channel_page.

The Atlanta-based band is teaming up with multi-platinum and GRAMMY® nominated group MercyMe as well as newcomer Jonny Diaz as they visit auditoriums and churches across the country this month. All tour dates listed below.

Produced by Jason Hoard and lead singer Steve Fee, Fee’s newest release Hope Rising contains twelve original tracks. Though the band continued with their signature worship sound on the record, Hope Rising also includes statement songs that the band hopes will transcend one style of music.

From national worship conferences to local youth group meetings, Fee has brought a new level of abandon and talent to rock worship, gifting today’s church with riveting songs of praise. Known for amazing live performances and the No. 1 hit "All Because of Jesus" plus "Glorious One," and Christmas song “All Creation Sing (Joy To The World),” Fee continues to inspire the church musically with this all-new release of soon-to-be modern classics. The band has been associated with some of today’s most forthcoming faith-based events including Passion, 7:22 and Catalyst conferences. Fee released their debut INO project & GMA Dove nominated We Shine in September 2007. The band’s hit single “All Because of Jesus” also garnered the No. 10 spot on R&R’s AC Songs of the Year. Fee Front man Steve Fee was also selected to lead worship at the 92nd annual Indianapolis 500 chapel services in 2008, the biggest event of the Indy Car Series. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Steve Fee, Matt Adkins, Heath Balltzglier and Brandon Coker still lead worship at the North Point Community Church.

For each night of the tour, audiences will be entertained not only by the award-winning band as they perform hits to include “Finally Home,” “You Reign,” “Word of God Speak,” “Homesick,” and of course “I Can Only Imagine,” but some special guests as well. Worship band FEE and new artist Jonny Diaz will be taking the opening spots for the month of October, while GMA’s New Artist of the Year Tenth Avenue North and Jonny Diaz will join forces to open the shows in November. The tour begins October 9 in Jackson, MS and concludes November 22 in Johnson City, TN (full tour listing below).

For more information on ”An Evening with MercyMe” please visit www.mercyme.org.

Tour Dates for “An Evening With MercyMe"

October with FEE and Jonny Diaz
9-Oct Friday Jackson, MS FBC Jackson
15-Oct Thursday Plymouth, MI NorthRidge Church
16-Oct Friday Bowling Green, KY Hillvue Heights
18-Oct Sunday Akron, OH Akron Civic Theatre
23-Oct Friday N. Charleston, SC North Charleston Performing Arts Ctr.
24-Oct Saturday Dothan, AL Dothan Civic Center
25-Oct Sunday Montgomery, AL Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church
29-Oct Thursday W. Monroe, LA FBC West
30-Oct Friday Fort Walton Beach, FL Emerald Coast Conference Ctr.

November with Tenth Avenue North, Jonny Diaz
5-Nov Thursday Omaha, NE Bellevue Christian Ctr.
6-Nov Friday W. Des Moines, IA Lutheran Church of Hope
7-Nov Saturday W. Des Moines, IA Lutheran Church of Hope
8-Nov Sunday Valparaiso, IN Valparaiso Nazarene Church
12-Nov Thursday Midland, TX Stonegate Fellowship Church
14-Nov Saturday Austin, TX Austin Music Hall
15-Nov Sunday Mercedes, TX Rio Grande Valley
19-Nov Thursday Louisville, KY Valleyview Baptist Church
20-Nov Friday Knoxville, TN Knoxville Christian
21-Nov Saturday Dayton, OH Far Hills Community Church
22-Nov Sunday Johnson City, TN Freedom Hall Civic Ctr.

“We are so excited about hitting the road this fall on our very first headlining tour with John Waller and Pocket Full of Rocks!” states 33Miles frontman Jason Barton. “We look forward to seeing our friends at radio and all those who support and pray for us. It is such a blessing to be able to travel and spread the hope of Christ through music and to encourage people to make the most of their ‘One Life.’”

In addition to the tour, 33Miles is prepping to release their first Christmas album titled Believe available exclusively with Family Christian Stores this year.

The album is also shaping up as a digital phenomenon, with the Deluxe Version reaching the #1 spot on the iTunes Store’s “Top Albums” chart and “Top Rock Chart” within 24 hours of its release. The “AWAKE” Deluxe Version is currently #3 on iTunes’ “Top Rock Albums” chart, while standing strong as a top 12 success on the overall sales ranking.

Produced by Howard Benson (Daughtry, Flyleaf), “AWAKE” is highlighted by the electrifying new singles, “Monster” and “Hero.” “Monster” is currently approaching the top 20 at Active Rock outlets nationwide, while a companion video is in post-production. In addition, the band’s performance of “Monster” will open as the official theme song each week during the upcoming ACC College Football season, as well as on the soundtrack to MTV’s new hit series, Bully Beatdown. NBC recently aired the song during The 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania special, and “Monster,” along with “Hero,” will be a part of the upcoming video game, WWE® SmackDown® vs. Raw® 2010.

What’s more, “Hero” (already #1 at Christian rock and currently #2 at CHR) is featured in the promotional campaign heralding the new season of NBC Sunday Night Football. A companion video for “Hero” is also in production, with a premiere date to be announced soon.

One of America’s hardest working live acts, Skillet will celebrate the breakthrough success of “AWAKE” with the 50-city “Awake & Alive Tour,” set to launch on September 24th at Fort Wayne, Indiana’s Embassy Theater. The headline tour will then travel the country through early December. Skillet’s special guests on the “Awake & Alive” tour will be Hawk Nelson, Decyfer Down, and The Letter Black.

Skillet frontman John Cooper and producer Brian Howes recently collected two BMI Music Awards for “The Last Night” and “The Older I Get,” both featured on 2006’s Grammy® Award-nominated “COMATOSE.” That album proved Skillet’s most popular work to date, with sales now approaching RIAA gold certification. “COMATOSE” followed the band’s 2003 label debut, “COLLIDE,” which launched Skillet into the mainstream while also garnering their first Grammy® Award nomination.

For up-to-the-minute news and information, visit www.skillet.com or www.myspace.com/skilletmusic.

Laugh Tracks features Kristy Byers’ side-splitting take on being single, while the comedy duo Dave & Brian use their musical talents to explore young love and heartbreak through the lens of pop culture. Canadian Leland Klassen offers some hilarious observations about our neighbors to the North and Gordon Douglas riffs on the myriad of differences between men and women. Robert G. Lee, Mike Williams and Bean & Bailey round out this outrageous crew.

For a double dose of comedy, Cracked Up serves up a whole new batch of laughs kicked off by hilarious host Mike Williams. On this DVD, funnyman Paul Aldrich offers his take on the TV theme songs of our youth, Atlanta’s Kenn Kington jokes about the problem of too many choices today, and Kelly Sisney admits to being afraid of the parking crew at her Kansas mega-church. Dave & Brian, Gordon Douglas and Leland Klassen return as well, bringing the laughs in a family- and faith-friendly format that doesn’t require the kids to leave the room.

“Comedy fans are going to love these DVDs! We need to laugh…and the Comedy Bus delivers the goods. Buy all four of the current DVDs and you’ll never get off of the floor,” says Roy Morgan of Premier Productions.

Laugh Tracks and Cracked Up are the follow-ups to 2008’s Class Clowns and Laugh Out Loud. These new titles are the second phase of The Comedy Bus Series from INO Records and Premier Productions, with a total of five in the making.

The laughs don’t just stop on your television screen with The Comedy Bus either. Fans can see the comedians live this fall as The Comedy Tour makes its across America, reminding us all that God definitely has a sense of humor. For more information on The Comedy Bus series, great comedy products or to find out how you can bring The Comedy Bus Tour in your area, log on to www.TheComedyBus.com.

Both Building 429 and Todd Agnew have been long-time partners with World Vision. In the past year, Building 429 and the organization paired up for the “Truth Hope and Love Tour” and the highly successful World Vision Summerfest tour.

“It's been over five years since Todd and Building have toured together,” explains Building 429 lead singer Jason Roy. “When we drew up a vision for the tour, the thought process was simple: God's promises remain true today, even with the economic hardships and the continuing wars that are being waged around the world. Our fans are sure to leave each night reminded of the fact that God is still in control and that all of His promises are guaranteed for those who know Him as King.”

Building 429 will be performing songs off their latest self-titled release including their current and powerful single “Always,” and upcoming single “Overcome” that will release to radio in October.

Preparing for his new studio release in October, Agnew will be playing fan favorites “Grace Like Rain” and “This Fragile Breath”, as well as giving audiences a preview of new songs off his upcoming record NEED releasing Oct. 6. Included in the set list is the first radio single, “Joy Unspeakable” which went for adds July 17.

“We are really excited about getting back on the road this fall,” states Agnew. “We look forward to sharing some songs from the new record and are really glad to be back with some dear friends, Building 429. We’re also happy to have Kimber Rising back with us after touring together last Christmas. It should be a great tour and we are excited to see what God will do this fall!”

Log on to www.thepromiseremainstour.com to see if the tour is coming to a city near you.

Late last night MercyMe posted an updated statement about the accident their bus was involved in this past Saturday morning in Ft Wayne, IN. We are passing along this statement at the band’s request, and also due to the numerous inquiries we have received for the band:

MercyMe would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming support and prayers that have been said not only for them, but for the families affected by this tragic accident. We have been in continued communication with the chaplaincy program at the Ft. Wayne Police Department, and our thoughts and prayers continue to be with everyone affected by this situation.

Every night on stage when we introduce our song, “Bring the Rain”, we talk about God being in control. If we believe what we say, then we must continue to look at how He will get the glory through this, and bring healing to so many.

We resumed our touring schedule in Milwaukee Monday evening. Before beginning the concert Bart addressed the crowd for all of us, expressing our heartbreak for the families in Ft. Wayne and our desire to pray for the families and for the young lady who still remains hospitalized. The crowd joined us in prayer specifically praying for healing, comfort, peace and understanding. We thank all of you for continuing to pray.

Bart, Mike, Jim, Nathan, Barry & Robby MercyMe

"MercyMe would like to express their incredible heartache over this horrible accident. They are praying for the families of all who this will affect, and are asking others to please pray as well. The band and crew sustained minor bumps and bruises, however their hearts are heavy. They appreciate the concern they have received from people all over the world."

The album release concert garnered a sell out crowd on Fri. Jul. 31 in Dallas, TX. The Gateway Church fittingly served as host to the event, where the band and Gateway church member/"Revelation Song” songwriter, Jennie Riddle, were presented with a plaque commemorating the #1 radio single in front of the sold out crowd.

The album features songs co-written by each band member including “The Distance,” “Nothing to Prove” and “The Spirit of God is Here.” Fearless was born out of struggles from people in the congregations that the three pastors face and offers hope for these tough situations.

“It is a really simple song, but it is based on a massive concept,” says band front man Steve Fee of the new single. “The massive thought is that everything in our lives gives glory to God. It strikes the very core of why we were made. I believe this is a song that was already in us to say that God created us to give glory to Him.”

To hear Fee explain the story behind “Glory to God Forever,” visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-29pHKxVcZ8&feature=channel_page

www.feeband.com

On the heels of fall and spring legs of their “COMATOSE” tour, which saw an average of 70% of their shows sell out and also landed them in Pollstar’s Concert Pulse Top 50 tours, SKILLET will spend September to December rocking across the country, hitting major markets like New York City, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Phoenix, Seattle, Dallas, and their hometown base of Chicago. As they become more and more well known for their rocking live show, lead singer John Cooper says the band will continue to push the envelope when it comes to giving their fans the best show possible:

“Skillet wants this to be the biggest, baddest tour we’ve ever done, and we’re happy to be going out with these bands” he says. “We always try to put everything we have into our shows and the “Awake and Alive” tour will not disappoint – we’re pulling out all the bells and whistles we can, and these new songs are going to be incredible to perform live. We can’t wait to get out there and see everyone – our fans are amazing.”

With over a month before “AWAKE” hits the market, SKILLET is already garnering critical acclaim for their 7th studio project:

“While Comatose marked Skillet’s arrival on the mainstream scene without ever abandoning its Christian roots, Awake marks its full-fledged domination of both scenes simultaneously. Loaded with fist pumping rockers, heart wrenching ballads and thought provoking lyrics of social and spiritual sensibility no matter what the style, Skillet is truly one of today’s most innovative, entertaining and inspiring modern rock bands.” - Andy Argyrakis (freelancer writer with ChristianMusicToday.com, HearSay magazine, CCMmagazine.com and GospelMusicChannel.com)

“ ’Awake,’ the latest from hard rockers Skillet, is thunderous, motivating, and will do its best to wake your heart up and sync it with its rhythms. The beats are pulsing in our brains, the truth is resonating in our hearts—we love this album!” -YouthWalk magazine

“ ‘Awake’ wastes no time giving fans plenty to cheer about. In fact, I would say this record easily stands out as the best work the band has done in years, possibly of their career. I know I’m going out on a limb here, but I predict this record will be at least twice as successful as the last. This is it. This is the one that will fully bring Skillet into the mainstream spotlight.” -UndertheGunreviews.net

“AWAKE & ALIVE” TOUR DATES (*all dates subject to change and more to be added soon)
SEPT
9/24/09 Embassy Theater- Ft. Wayne, IN
9/25/09 Grace Brethren Church -Columbus, OH
9/26/09 Awakening Music Festival -Leesburg, VA
9/27/09 The Tabernacle -Atlanta, GA
9/29/09 Freedom Hall -Johnson City, TN

October
10/1/09 Washington Avenue Armory Convention Center -Albany, NY
10/2/09 Manhattan Center Studios - Hammerstein Ballroom -New York, NY
10/3/09 The Palladium -Worster, MA
10/4/09 Electric Factory—Philadelphia, PA
10/6/09 Salem Civic Center -Salem, VA
10/8/09 Minglewood Hall -Memphis, TN
10/9/09 Riverfest Amphitheater -Little Rock, AR
10/10/09 Cullman County Fairgrounds - Youthquake Cullman, AL
10/11/09 Mobile Civic Center -Mobile, AL
10/15/09 Spirit Bank Event Center -Tulsa, OK
10/16/09 South Plains Fair Coliseum- Lubbock, TX
10/17/09 Abraham Chavez Theater- El Paso, TX
10/18/09 Kiva Theater -Albuquerque, NM
10/20/09 Mcgee Park - Memorial Coliseum -Farmington, NM
10/22/09 Celebrity Theater -Phoenix, AZ
10/23/09 Club Nokia LA Live- Los Angeles, CA
10/25/09 Warnors Theater -Fresno, CA
10/27/09 Redding Convention Center Auditorium -Redding, CA
10/29/09 Medford Armory -Central Point, OR
10/30/09 Ost Pavillion -Salem, OR
10/31/09 Showare Center -Seattle, WA

November
11/1/09 Inb Performing Arts Center Spokane, WA
11/3/09 Toyota Center Kennewick, WA
11/5/09 Qwest Arena Boise, ID fall tour
11/6/09 Saltair Salt Lake City, UT
11/7/09 Paramount Theater Denver, CO fall tour
11/13/09 Stephens Auditorium - Iowa State Univ. Ames, IA
11/14/09 Minn Convention Center Aud -Minneapolis, MN
11/15/09 House of Blues- Chicago, IL
11/19/09 Maude Cobb Center- Longview, TX
11/20/09 Palladium Ballroom -Dallas, TX
11/21/09 The Berry Center- Cypress, TX
11/22/09 Abilene Civic Center- Abilene, TX
11/27/09 Remingtons- Springfield, MO
11/28/09 Adler Theater- Davenport, IA
11/29/09 Duluth Entertainment Conv. Center -Duluth, MN

December
12/3/09 Memorial Auditorium- Chattanooga, TN
12/4/09 Hobart Arena Troy, OH
12/5/09 Agora Theater -Cleveland, OH
12/6/09 Deltaplex -Grand Rapids, MI

Speaking into the title Need, Agnew says, “Once we finished recording this record, I looked back at it trying to find the theme running throughout. I started to realize how much of this project is about need. My need to be loved. My need for answers. My need for assurance. Our need to worship. Our need to be rescued, redeemed, restored. I noticed that God has been teaching me all year that all of my needs are met in Jesus.”

Much has happened since listeners last heard from Agnew as the singer/songwriter married early last year. Among the twelve tunes on the album, the record includes tracks showcasing Agnew’s worshipful tones and signature sound in songs such as “Gloria,” “I Need No Other,” “Breakable” and more.

As for the first single “Joy Unspeakable,” Agnew says, “I got married in Feb. of 2008, so there was a great deal of joy added to my life through this amazing gift God had given me. Now, being over a year into it, I know that it’s not all easy and fun; some of life is still quite difficult. But what I have found is that joy runs through it all, and that is God’s plan for His bride as well. The strength, the comfort and the joy that comes from our relationship with Him is ever present, even in our troubled times. That is a joy that I do not have words to describe.”

Agnew will join forces this fall with Building 429 and newcomers Kimber Rising for the “Promise Remains” tour sponsored by Christian humanitarian organization World Vision. The tour will visit around 40 cities starting in Sept. Visit www.thepromiseremainstour.com for the most updated tour information.

www.toddagnew.com
www.myspace.com/toddagnew

Phillips, Craig and Dean’s smash hit “Revelation Song” has claimed the top spot on Billboard's Hot Christian AC, Mediabase/All Access Christian AC and the CRW AC charts, and created an overwhelming momentum for the band’s upcoming release, Fearless, on Aug. 4.

“The voice on the other end of the phone said to me, ‘Randy, ‘Revelation Song’ just went to #1,’” recalls member Randy Phillips. “I inhaled surprise and exhaled gratitude. 18 years of singing contemporary Christian music – and radio, retail and audiences still find our music relative and desirable. It’s beyond me. Way beyond me. It’s actually … above me.”

Phillips, Craig and Dean’s timing could not be better as they are releasing their tenth studio album Fearless on Aug. 4, highly anticipated due to the success of “Revelation Song.” Fearless was born out of struggles from people in the congregations that the three pastors face and offers hope for these tough situations. Produced by Bernie Herms (Casting Crowns, Mark Schultz, Avalon), the 10 track album features songs co-written by each band member including “The Distance,” “Nothing to Prove” and “The Spirit of God is Here.”

After 18 years of ministry, 16 No. 1 radio hits, 10 albums, two million plus records sold and nine Dove Award nominations, see what people are saying about their latest endeavor.

“The first time I heard Revelation Song I got chills... In fact, every time I hear it, I get chills! After 18 years, Phillips, Craig and Dean deliver their best yet... K-LOVE listeners love it!” - Scott Smith, MD K-LOVE Radio Network

“PC&D's Revelation Song is ridiculous. Ridiculous test scores (highest ever at KXOJ), ridiculous phones, ridiculous passion levels from listeners. You really do not see this level of response on a song very often. Congratulations to some old friends that still gain new fans every single day.” - Bob Thornton, PD KXOJ Tulsa

“Revelation Song” is a rising anthem in churches across the country that the trio has wanted to record for sometime.

“It’s not just a lyric, it’s not just the music, it’s a combination of all of that together that takes you on a journey,” says Dan Dean. “It lifts your spirit. I have seen it happen many times in our church as we do the song in worship. Now we just hope we can see that happen on a larger scale.”

www.phillipscraiganddean.com
www.myspace.com/phillipscraiganddean

Stockholm Syndrome delivers everything listeners have come to expect from Derek Webb: killer pop hooks and lyrics as thought provoking as they are emotionally revealing. Sonically, however, this record is a radical departure for Webb, who has left his acoustic, folk/rock roots behind for a sound he describes as “intentionally inorganic.” Together, Webb and Moore have succeeded in creating a dense, richly absorbing sonic vernacular that pays homage to an entire century of music. From 1920’s jazz to 1950’s doo-wop, from disco and dance music to old-school R&B, Webb uses this album as a means of exploring deep issues through the central metaphor of Stockholm Syndrome, illuminating the ways in which a society can fall in love with an oppressive culture and become enslaved by it. That sound is palpable in every track from the strut of “Black Eye” and “Cobra Con” to the electropop of “Jena & Jimmy” and Webb’s ironic Fred Phelps-inspired love song, “Freddie, Please.”

“Instead of writing a dozen songs and then trying to figure out the best way to record them, Josh and I spent a year collecting sounds we loved – beats, loops, odd bits of programming – then weaving those elements into tracks that moved us and made us feel something,” comments Webb. “Only then did we even begin to think about song structures and melodies and lyrics. It was the total reverse of my usual process and by far the most fun I’ve ever had making a record.”

Due to what some are calling the provocative content and nature of the record, Webb has the most pre-release awareness of his career. Nearly 5,000 people regularly followed details of Webb’s release of Stockholm Syndrome daily as he leaked information via websites, twitter feeds, independent blogs, google searches and more. In that time Google recorded over 7,100 google searches and 1,200 independent blogs reporting on all or some aspect of Webb and Stockholm Syndrome. Webb was also among the top 70 google searches (internet wide) the first day information was released through his website.

As part of the campaign, Webb also engaged 20 cities in the U.S. such as Orlando, Nashville, Dallas, Los Angeles and more on a scavenger hunt for “artifacts,” USB drives that contained new music. 1,500 people participated per day in finding the pieces of music in these U.S. cities. Webb also plans to tour this fall in all 20 markets where the scavenger hunt took place on the ‘Black Eye’ release tour.

The search drew to a climactic close on Fri. Jul. 3 as Webb hosted a “secret” event for over 300 fans at The Rutledge in Nashville, Tenn. to watch a sneak peek of a documentary about Stockholm Syndrome and to participate in a Q&A with Webb and Moore. Supporters came from as far as Seattle, WA, Lincoln, NE and Austin, TX. 18 lucky fans who solved the final puzzle, which actually continued into the venue that night, found themselves whisked away to Webb’s home studio after the Rutledge show for an intimate listening party with Webb and Moore and exclusive, pre-release copies of Stockholm Syndrome.

Webb and his free distribution tactics will be among the topics that author and editor Chris Anderson discuss in his upcoming book Free: The Future of a Radical Price, released on Jul. 7 from Hyperion.

A former member of the Houston, Texas-based Caedmon's Call, singer/songwriter Derek Webb has seen career sales approaching one million records, 10 Dove Award nominations, a Billboard Music Video Award nod and six No.1 radio hits. Webb’s innovative music marketing and distribution strategies have received national news coverage in USA Today and the LA Times.

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www.derekwebb.com

NEW SINGLE ‘HERO’ CLIMBING CHR AND ROCK RADIO CHARTS
Band Creating Big Buzz at Summer Festivals with ‘Electric’ Live Show

“AWAKE” Follows Massive Radio, Sales & Tour Success of “Comatose”

NASHVILLE, TN…6/22/09…On the heels of the most successful record of their career, Atlantic/Ardent/INO Records’ active rockers Skillet will end the nearly 3-year spanse between projects with “AWAKE,” available in stores and at all online retailers on August 25th.

The new album was produced by Howard Benson who has also produced Daughtry, My Chemical Romance, and The All American Rejects. "AWAKE" is available now for pre-order via the band’s official website,

"http://skillet.com"

A variety of packages are being offered, pairing the album with such bonuses as an exclusive Skillet t-shirt, an autographed VIP pass, and membership in Skillet’s official fan club. All pre-orders of “AWAKE” come with an immediate download of “Hero.”

Skillet is currently headlining and creating a big buzz at several summer Christian festivals with their ‘electric’ live show. They are also preparing to unveil what lead-singer/bassist and primary songwriter John Cooper calls a “turning of a page” for the band. “This album is even more immediate than “Comatose,” but there’s also a noticeable maturity,” he says. “Some of the songs are complex, others are just really intense rockers and overall there’s a real sense that we’re opening a new chapter. There are definitely some classic rock elements on the record, some very melodic moments with orchestration and piano, along with a lot of today’s heavier rock influences as well. ”

The first example is the hook-heavy lead single “Hero,” already climbing Christian CHR (#15) and Rock radio (#6) charts, and getting an excellent reception:

“We've anxiously awaited a new song from Skillet for months and they've lived up to our lofty hopes,” commented WAY-FM’S Zach Boehm. “Our initial listener response has been great!”

Other outpourings include the first Mainstream and Active Rock single “Monster,” the militant “It’s Not Me,” and the hopeful “Forgiven.” There are also a handful of gripping ballads and crossover songs like the loss-centered “Lucy,” the melodic “Don’t Wake Me” and “One Day Too Late.” “Never Surrender” came from a conversation with a fan about their eating disorder, and what is sure to become a live show favorite is the rocker “Awake & Alive.” To listen to a clip of “Hero,” go to

"http://www.inorecords.com/inoradioemail/090510/heroclip.mp3"

“We’re living in hard times right now between the news that seems to get crazier every day and all the uncertainly throughout society in general,” says Cooper. “Sometimes it doesn’t seem like there’s hope, and sure you can choose to give up, but why not face it ‘Awake and Alive’? Life is full of challenges, and sometimes when you look deep into yourself, you can feel weighed down by sin and the ‘Monster’ that lives inside us all. But the more you realize your need for Christ, the less you focus on that, and on Him instead. Everything we sing about on this album is something someone can relate to, and if anything, the songs will let you know you’re not alone.”

Nashville, Tenn. Jun. 17, 2009… After a stellar debut, Fee is prepping to release their sophomore album titled Hope Rising with the first single “Glory to God Forever” going for adds at radio on Jun. 19.

“We are thrilled that the success of the first record is giving us a platform with Hope Rising to inject God into the equation of tragedy and uncertainty going on in the world,” says front man Steve Fee.

The band’s second project comes after much acclaim from their freshman album We Shine which garnered a No. 1 radio smash hit in “All Because of Jesus,” a Worship Leader Praise Award for “Breakout Artist” and four GMA Dove Award nominations including a nod in the “New Artist of the Year” category.

Produced by Jason Hoard and lead singer Steve Fee, the Atlanta-based foursome’s newest release contains twelve original tracks. Though the band continued with their signature worship sound on the record, Hope Rising also includes statement songs that the band hopes will transcend one style of music. It was after recording tracks such as “Everything Falls” and “Promised Land,” that the group decided on the title Hope Rising. In fact, the song “Arms that Hold the Universe” was born out of a concert the band did shortly after the March church shooting in Maryville, Ill for the congregation as a message reminding listeners that when you factor in God to any circumstance, you will find hope.

As for the band’s first single, Steve says, “There is a message for us here in this era and period in church history. I’m confident that songs which echo the victory of Christ are exactly what we, the Church, want to say and God, in his timely way, put songs in us like ‘Glory To God Forever.’”

This summer, Fee will also participate in some of the country’s biggest festivals including Atlanta Fest, Creation East and Unity Festival. For the band’s most updated touring schedule, please visit their website, www.feeband.com.

From national worship conferences to local youth group meetings, Fee has brought a new level of abandon and talent to rock worship, gifting today’s church with riveting songs of praise. Known for amazing live performances and the No. 1 hit "All Because of Jesus" plus "Glorious One," and Christmas song “All Creation Sing (Joy To The World),” Fee continues to inspire the church musically with this all-new release of soon-to-be modern classics. The band has been associated with some of today’s most forthcoming faith-based events including Passion, 7:22 and Catalyst conferences. Fee released their debut INO project & GMA Dove nominated We Shine in September 2007. The band’s hit single “All Because of Jesus” also garnered the No. 10 spot on R&R’s AC Songs of the Year. Fee Front man Steve Fee was also selected to lead worship at the 92nd annual Indianapolis 500 chapel services in 2008, the biggest event of the Indy Car Series. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Steve Fee, Matt Adkins, Heath Balltzglier and Brandon Coker still lead worship at the North Point Community Church.

Whitlock received raving reviews for debut album God And A Girl, which released last fall on INO/Ardent Records’. Since then, she has been busy writing music and entertaining audiences across the country. Formerly having toured with mentor Todd Agnew, Whitlock is ready to head back on the road where she will be performing songs from her debut that reveal the struggles she has encountered and how she conquered them through Christ. Carolina Story is comprised of husband & wife duo Emily and Ben Roberts. The Memphis-based band just released their debut album.

For more information on Joy Whitlock go to: www.joywhitlock.com and for Carolina Story go to: http://www.myspace.com/carolinastorymusic.

Testify Tour Dates (dates subject to change) 06/28/09 Bushnell, Ill Cornerstone Festival (The Anchor Stage)
06/29/09 Bushnell, Ill Cornerstone Festival (Sean Michels Stage)
07/01/09 Bushnell, Ill Cornerstone Festival (Sean Michels Stage)
07/02/09 Kansas City, MO Gashland Presbyterian Church
O7/03/09 Lawton, Ok TBA
07/04/09 Lawton, Ok I Love America Celebration--Elmer Thomas Park
07/05/09 Lennox, SD Lennox City Park
07/08/09 Little Rock, AR Juanitas
07/09/09 Pine Bluff, AR TBA
07/12/09 Bryant, AR Brand New Church
07/15/09 Nashville, TN The Anchor Fellowship
07/16/09 Murfreesboro, TN World Outreach Church
07/17/09 Kingston Springs, TN Red Tree Coffee
07/18/09 Jackson, TN Town Central Associated Building
08/01/09 Macon, GA The 567 Cafe
08/02/09 Athens, GA TBA

The Dove Award winning band’s current single “Always” has been touching the hearts of America as evidenced by the following comments from fans:

“Always” has been a huge encouragement to me as I go through times of asking God why things have to happen...like cancer, divorce, struggles with co-workers, among many other things. This song is a sweet reminder that God is with us always, no matter what the circumstances!” – Kristin, fan of Building 429

“The song “Always,” has touched my life tremendously. It reminds me of just how important it is for us to turn to God and how we can always depend on Him. There is nothing as wonderful as knowing that whatever you go through, God is always going to be with you and He never fails.” – Trishia, fan of Building 429

“I am 49 years old and the first time I heard your song “Always”, I stopped my truck and cried. I cannot remember when a song moved me so much. God bless you—you most definitely helped me through a very dark and rough time in my life.” – Dave, fan of Building 429

The song shares the story of an encounter that lead vocalist, Jason Roy had with a woman whose son was murdered by his father and encourages those who are in the midst of hard times that they are not alone.

The music video was directed by Carl Diebold who has worked with artists such as Third Day, Switchfoot, Skillet, Kutless and more.

The song is being played on major radio networks such as: K-LOVE, SiriusXM, American Family Radio and more.

Check out special behind the scenes footage from the “Always” video shoot held in downtown Nashville, at HearItFirst.com http://www.hearitfirst.com/artist/videos.aspx?artist_id=1701

Not only were concertgoers treated to an amazing night of ministry and entertainment those thousands of people across the country responded to also impact those far beyond the venue walls. Through MercyMe’s Imagine A Cure in partnership with Compassion International, 3,000 children were sponsored by fans attending the Rock & Worship Roadshow. These sponsorships will help children in third world countries receive medical treatment, balanced nutrition and a Biblical education. Additionally 600 of those children will receive the additional medical care needed to treat their special medical conditions. For more information on “Imagine A Cure,” go to: www.imagineacureonline.com. For more information on Compassion International go to www.compassion.com.

“This tour has been a dream of ours since the very beginning and to see it come alive is truly remarkable,” says MercyMe’s Bart Millard. “We were overwhelmed by the number of people that came out to each show and we appreciate their support. With this tour we strived to put the fans first and believe the gospel was and continues to be shared with millions.”

Plans are currently underway for the Second Annual Rock & Worship Roadshow scheduled to hit the road in February 2010. For more information on the Roadshow please log on to www.rockandworshiproadshow.com.

"World Vision is thrilled to once again be teaming up with Building 429,” said World Vision’s Artist Representative Ben Greene. “During 2008, in concerts all across the US, Building 429 connected over 4000 vulnerable children to new World Vision sponsors. We are so excited to be partnering with them to create a new summer event that will surely be an incredible concert series. Concert goers are sure to leave a Building concert with a renewed passion for being the hands and feet of Christ, and that makes our relationship such a perfect fit."

The family friendly summer concert is joining with churches and radio stations around the country including large market stations such as WBFJ in Winston Salem, NC, WVFJ- Atlanta, GA and KWND in Springfield, MO. Tickets are being sold for a convenient $5 at the door.

The tour dates lead up to Building 429’s World Vision mission trip to Uganda this July where the band will be performing to approximately 30,000 people in Rwanda with Andrew Palau of the Luis Palau Association. The band will continue their tour with World Vision in August for 15 dates across Canada.

For more information on World Vision Summerfest ‘09 and the tour dates, please visit http://www.worldvisionsummerfest.com.

“SKILLET consistently sells tickets, and we have multiple sold out shows with them every tour. However, one of the most rewarding aspects is that we consistently have concert goers tell us they beat an addiction or healed a relationship because of the songs and the live concert experience”. Nothing like have a huge show and making a positive impact on the world at the same time! – Dan Fife, Awakening Events.

Last year, the first leg of the Comatose tour 60% of the shows were sold out placing the tour in Pollstar’s Concert Pulse Top 50 Tours .

Continuing to reel in recognition for their most recent and best-selling album of their career “Comatose,” band front man John Cooper with Brian Howes collected two BMI awards for “The Last Night” and “The Older I Get.” U.S. performing rights organization BMI saluted the writers and publishers of the past year’s most performed songs on Christian radio and television during the annual BMI Christian Music Awards in Nashville on Apr. 18, 2009.

Skillet spent the last few months in Los Angeles recording their highly anticipated next studio project titled “Awake” with producer Howard Benson (Three Days Grace, Daughtry, Flyleaf, P.O.D.) due out this August.

Following the spring tour Skillet will be headlining several summer festivals, including Creation, Agape, Red Letter Rock, Ichthus, Alive, Atlantafest, Summerfest, Sonshine, Hills Alive, Soulfest, Kingdom Bound, Newsong and Disney’s Night of Joy, all leading up to the new release.

2008 GMA Artist of the Year nominee Skillet’s explosive 2006 Grammy®-nominated release, “Comatose” followed 2004’s “Collide,” which launched the group into the public eye and garnered the band their first prestigious Grammy® nomination. A critical fave, “Comatose” has become their best-selling project to date, nearly GOLD certified with more than double the sales of “Collide” in half the time. In follow up to packed out headline club shows, a tour with FlyLeaf, and summer festivals, Skillet spent the fall of 2007 opening for mainstream rockers Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace.

In the process of becoming one of the hardest working, most rocking, and broadly appealing acts of its generation, radio welcomed “Comatose” with open arms, as the first single, “Rebirthing” spent seven-weeks at No.1 on Christian Rock, while their five follow up singles all rose to No. 1 as well. Their single for the title track received a 2008 GMA Dove Award for “Rock Song of the Year,” as well, and at the end of 2007 the band was named the No. 2 top artist on both CHR and ROCK radio year –end lists, and in 2008 named R&R’s Top CHR Artist of the Year for 2008. Since R&R began publishing Christian radio charts, Skillet has garnered more #1 songs from one recording (COMATOSE/Ardent/Atlantic/INO) than any other artist in the industry, with their 6 consecutive radio hits. 60% of their 2008 “COMATOSE” tour shows were sold out, placing the tour in Pollstar’s Concert Pulse Top 50 Tours.

Spring Tour Follows Band’s 2008 Pollstar’s Concert Pulse Top 50 Tour

On April 2nd, two time GRAMMY®-nominated band Skillet will launch the second leg of their “COMATOSE” tour in follow up to their 2008 run where 60% of the shows sold out, placing the tour in Pollstar’s Concert Pulse Top 50 Tours. Completing the bill and joining Skillet in 32+ cities will be fellow rockers Disciple and Decyfer Down.

Skillet has spent the last few months in Los Angeles recording their next studio project with producer Howard Benson (Three Days Grace, Daughtry, Flyleaf, P.O.D.), and with the “Comatose” album approaching Gold status and having just received GMA Dove Award nominations for Group of the Year, Rock Album of the Year and Long Form Video of the Year (for the critically acclaimed live CD/DVD project, “Comatose Comes Alive”) they are ready to hit the road. Following the spring tour Skillet will be headlining several summer festivals, including Creation, Agape, Red Letter Rock, Ictchus, Alive, Atlantafest, Summerfest, Sonshine, Hills Alive, Soulfest, Kingdombound, Newsong, and Disney’s Night of Joy, all leading up to the new release.

“We’re pumped up and ready for this tour to get started,” remarked Skillet frontman John Cooper. ”I personally have wanted a tour with Disciple for several years now and I think it’s going to be an awesome tour package. We have been working incredibly hard on this new record, so we are also looking forward to playing some new material for everyone!”

NASHVILLE, TN....After nearly four years, The Fray returns with their sophomore effort, The Fray on February 3, 2009, and for the first time, due to a partnership with EPIC Records and INO Records, the band’s project will be available at Christian retail stores. TV placement on shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Scrubs launched them into major radio play with their songs, “How To Save A Life” and “Over My Head (Cable Car).” Now the band’s new emerging hit "You Found Me" will be hitting Christian radio at the top of 2009.

“’You Found Me’ is a tough song for me,” comments The Fray’s frontman Isaac Slade from the band’s MySpace page. “It’s about the disappointment, the heartache, the let down that comes with life. Sometimes you're let down, sometimes you're the one who lets someone else down. It gets hard to know who you can trust, who you can count on. This song came out of a tough time, and I'm still right in the thick of it. There's some difficult circumstances my family and friends have been going through over the past year or so and can be overwhelming. It wears on me. It demands so much of my faith to keep believing, keep hoping in the unseen. Sometimes the tunnel has a light at the end, but usually they just look black as night. This song is about that feeling, and the hope that I still have, buried deep in my chest."

The Fray has recently collaborated with ABC’s hit show, “LOST” in a series of videos featuring the first single for the newest season of the show. Over the first weekend of airing, the “LOST” video had over one million views and can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mX7md0HoR8E. In addition to the “LOST” video, the band also has an official music video for “You Found Me”, which can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obhdTlImFBo) and a viral video with behind the scenes studio footage ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lb-Z_wH3SFQ).

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http://www.myspace.com/thefray

Teaming up with bands Nevertheless and Remedy Drive, The Afters are bringing music and Christmas cheer as the headliner for the 12 Days of Christmas tour. The tour will make stops in nine cities starting Dec. 2nd. The band has just finished wrapping up their new music video for “Never Going Back to Ok” and it will have its world premiere on the Gospel Music Channel on Dec. 9th.

Adding to an already impressive list of TV exposure, The Afters’ “Keeping Me Alive” was recently used in promotion for FOX’s “The Secret Millionaire.” The new inspirational show sends millionaires undercover into the most impoverished neighborhoods in America and documents their investment in those less fortunate. “Keeping Me Alive” is off of The Afters’ sophomore project Never Going Back to Ok.

* All Below tour dates, subject to change, for most updated dates go to www.theafters.com or myspace.com/theafters

Dec. 2 Indianapolis, IN - Ransburg Auditorium
Dec. 3 Dallas City, IL - Dallas City High School
Dec. 4 Columbus, OH - Brown Road Community Church
Dec. 5 Orion, MI - The District
Dec. 6 Richmond, IN - First Assembly of God
Dec. 7 Bourbonnais,IL - College Church of the Nazarene
Dec. 10 Decatur, AL - Wesley Memorial United Methodist
Dec. 12 Lafeyette, LA - Café Chi Alpha
Dec. 13 Dallas, TX - Live at Moka

Likewise, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Sara Groves humorously talks about this in her new Christmas single, aptly titled Toy Packaging, from her new holiday offering, O HOLY NIGHT.

Comments Groves, "Last year at Christmas I had to use a screwdriver, wire-cutters, and scissors to open a toy and nearly cut off my finger in the effort. I was relieved to see on Amazon.com that I am not the only one who suffers from 'wrap rage' - where better to vent my feelings about toy packaging than on a Christmas album!

To get a free download of Toy Packaging, just go to this link: http://www.inorecords.com/saragroves/downloads/mp3download.php?file=08_ToyPackaging.mp3. Lyrics for the song are below, and for more information on Sara Groves, please visit: http://www.saragroves.com.

Toy Packaging Sara Groves and Ben Shive © 2008 Sara Groves Music (ASCAP) admin by Music Services / ????

Nothing makes me lose my cool like
Toy packaging
Ask the kids to leave the room for
Toy packaging
I have no choice the money's spent
I've worked for hours to make a dent
I guess it's anger management
Toy packaging

Nothing makes me lose my cool like
Toy packaging
Ask the kids please leave the room it's time for
Toy packaging
I'm drawing up a battle plan
to extricate this robot man
My self-esteem is in the can
Toy packaging

In the old days you could hold a box and shake it
And hear the pieces rattling around
My eyes tear up with these grommets, tape and twisty ties
Remembering their beautiful sound

Nothing makes me lose my cool like toy packaging
Kids you need to leave the room, mom's opening toy packaging
I'm sorry you have to see this sight
You must be brave, no please don't cry
I promise it will be alright
I hope to have it by tonight
Nevermind this dynamite
Toy packaging

NASHVILLE, TN.... 11/6/08....This September and October, critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter Sara Groves gathered a group of fellow-acclaimed artists and friends Brandon Heath, Derek Webb, Sandra McCracken and author/artist Charlie Peacock, to join her on the ART*MUSIC*JUSTICE tour which benefited both the International Justice Mission (IJM) and Food For the Hungry (FH). The tour was such a success on so many levels that plans are already underway to put together a follow-up tour in the fall of 2009.

“ I can't say what a joy it has been to collaborate with these incredible artists to take a small step towards a night like we had on the Art Music Justice Tour,” remarked Groves. ”To be surrounded with like-minded artists with a common goal and message, to ask the larger questions about what Jesus is doing in our world, and how we can be the art of God was very life-giving. The responses from audiences confirmed what we had hoped, as they responded generously to the work of Food for the Hungry and International Justice Mission.”

In over 20 cities, the artists brought a unique concert opportunity to “add to the beauty, seek justice and give God praise,” each evening, desiring to further educate the church on God's heart for justice, gain advocates for the oppressed, and show evidence of a God at work in this world. Each evening brought with it inspired music and videos of God's people in action and their heroic experiences across the globe. Incredible stories of rescue from the International Justice Mission were told, while giving audience members the opportunity to be involved in Groves 'adopted' village in Rwanda thru Food for the Hungry.

As the tour wrapped, 550 kids had been sponsored in the Rwandan Village of Gisanga that the AMJ tour and Groves family support, and their goal to raise $50k for the International Justice Mission was surpassed. Food for the Hungry (www.FH.org) works in more than 26 developing countries providing disaster and emergency relief, and implementing sustainable development programs to transform communities physically and spiritually. The International Justice Mission (www.IJM.org) is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression.

About the shows, Heath stated, “The sound and feel of the night couldn’t have been more like a family joining other families to end slavery,” while Derek Webb and Sandra McCracken echoed those sentiments, commenting, "we have all been knit together on this tour like a traveling music community, and at the end of the day, we've been able to be part of this larger story of redemption through IJM and FFH."

To further cement their commitment to the oppressed, the Groves family will be traveling to Rwanda in March with Food for the Hungry. They will be taking a team of 12 people with them, working on clean water projects, an IJM day to hear from their office about the legal challenges for Rwandans 14 years after tragic genocide, and just loving the kids in the Village of Gisanga. Grove’s site will have updates, pictures, and video footage from the village to keep the FH sponsors plugged in to what is happening there.

Aside from the incredible success seen on the road each night, the tour also received critical acclaim, including the following from Relevant Magazine’s official blog, a sponsor of the tour:

“ Over the years, there have been many Christian festivals/events/tours, trying to promote some kind of cause/get people involved/push a message. The vast majority of them are quickly forgotten, tossed into the large bin of failed trends within our own subculture. This tour, however, is unique in that rather than pushing a certain action (”wear this purity ring!” “sign this petition against [fill in the blank depending on the year]!”) the audience was encouraged to take what they’d learned, pray deeply about it, and discover their own role in ending injustice.”

** Disciple’s Southern Hospitality landed in the No. 7 position on the Christian soundscan charts and the No. 98 spot on the Billboard Top 200 after its Oct. 21 release its first week out the door. On top of scans, the band’s newest rock single “3,2,1,” is currently at No. 12 moving towards the top ten on the R&R Rock chart with their CHR single "Whatever Reason" recently going for adds. CHR stations and networks such as Air-1, Yes-FM, WAY-FM in Denver, KLFF and many others are also spinning the song.

** In support of Southern Hospitality, the band just finished a two-week promo tour with stops in Portland, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Nashville, while also partnering with Air-1 for national promotions and a series of free concerts in Portland, Rocklin, CA and Phoenix, AZ.

**Amidst radio station interviews, Disciple also made visits to Yahoo Music!, Sony’s LA branch and HearitFirst.com, and treated fans to exclusive meet and greets at the Huntington Beach Pier and Santa Monica Beach Pier.

** On top of the promotional stops, the INO Records’ rock band came home to play Hard Rock Cafe's Pinktober™ event in Nashville. All proceeds from the event went to the Nashville chapter of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

** Disciple will continue touring throughout the U.S. and Germany for the remainder of 2008, tour dates listed below.

Disciple’s first release on INO Records “Disciple” (2005) brought home three No. 1 hits, while their sophomore album “Scars Remain” (2006) became the highest selling record of their career, scanning 100,000 units. Disciple has been nominated for a whopping eight GMA Awards including a win for “Rock Album of the Year” in 2007, while their hit single “Game On” received massive placement in sports shows across the country including “Best Damn Sports Show,” NFL’s “Total Axxess,” WWE’s “Cyber Sunday” and Speed TV’s “Speed Report,” as well as in venues such as Wachovia Center in Philadelphia and even Madison Square Garden in New York City. The single was also used in promotion for CBS shows “Criminal Minds” and “CSI Miami.” This year, the rockers were chosen to write a song for “WWE: The Music Vol. 8” and WWE superstar duo Hawkins and Ryder.

* all tour dates below, subject to change

Nov 7 2008 7:00P
Grace Community Church
Aurora, Missouri

Nov 8 2008 7:00P
Granada Theater
Emporia, Kansas

Nov 9 2008 6:00P
Madrid Elementary School Gym
Madrid, Iowa

Nov 12 2008 7:30P
Jamestown, North Dakota

Nov 13 2008 7:30P
Club 3 Degrees
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Nov 14 2008 7:30P
Cup O Joy Coffeehouse
Green Bay, Wisconsin

Nov 16 2008 7:00P
The Rock
Dallas City, Illinois

Nov 22 2008 7:00P
Jireh Fest 2008
Santiago

Dec 5 2008 8:00P
Haus Ennepetal - Christmas Rock Night
Ennepetal, Germany

Dec 6 2008 8:00P
Haus Ennepetal - Christmas Rock Night
Ennepetal, Germany

Dec 31 2008 7:00P
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia

NASHVILLE, TN….10/27/08…..Touted as the best clean, faith and family friendly comedy around, INO Records and Premier Productions have partnered to introduce “The Comedy Bus series.” The first of a six piece series, “Laugh Out Loud” and “Class Clowns” will be available on CD and DVD digitally and in CBA stores nationwide on November 11, 2008, with the next installment due in April 2009.

The “Laugh Out Loud” CD and DVD feature hilarious performances from comedians CLETO RODRIQUEZ, often called the funniest man to tunnel under the Mexican border; musical funny guy PAUL ALDRICH and comedy duo BEAN & BAILEY who will teach audiences how to have more fun with a guitar than should be allowed by law. Comedy superstars ROBERT G. LEE and RICH PRAYTOR round out the “Laugh Out Loud” project with insanity that hopes to make heads spin. Lastly, the project’s producer, MIKE G. WILLIAMS delivers a bit that may leave you on the floor looking for those socks.

Promising that it’s not the same old ha-ha, “Class Clowns” is what happens when you put seven class clowns and a case of high octane coffee on the same stage in the same hour. This CD and DVD also features the maniacal music of MIKE G. WILLIAMS, musical comedy duo BEAN & BAILEY demonstrating how to crack it up acoustic style, RICH PRAYTOR driving Atheism back into its primordial ooze, ROBERT G. LEE upstaging the world from the perspective of the worlds funniest class clown, CLETO RODRIGUEZ stepping up to the plate and hitting the comedy ball out of the park, as well as KENN KINGTON showing viewers why he wears women’s socks.

“Class Clowns” also features behind the scenes stories from the comedians sharing their weirdest road stories ever.

Premier Productions, known for some of the most successful entertainment ventures in the Christian music industry, will also launch “The Comedy Bus Tour” to 20 cities nationwide in the late Spring of 2009. For more great comedy products or to find out how you can bring The Comedy Bus Tour in your area, log on to TheComedyBus.com.

For more information on INO Records and their artists, go to www.inorecords.com .

For more information on Premier Productions and their events go to www.premierproductions.com

Rockers Decyfer Down have recently announced the addition of a new lead singer, TJ Harris. Formerly with the band Fighting Instinct, Harris has joined the band effective immediately.

“TJ brings a unique vocal edge to the band with his dynamic style, and is an exciting and engaging live performer,” remarks drummer Josh Oliver. “Combined with his heart for ministry, Decyfer Down is looking forward to starting this new chapter in the band’s career. “

TJ has been filling in at recent shows for Caleb Oliver, and will now be a permanent fixture on stage with fellow members Josh Oliver (Drums), Brandon Mills (Guitar) and Chris Clontz (bass).

Addressing the changes,“Caleb (former lead singer) is dealing with some personal things,” continued Oliver. “We had hoped they could be dealt with in the context of the band, but it has become apparent that he needs to step away to find resolve. He is my brother, I love him, and we as a band support him and still consider him a brother as well. Moving forward with Decyfer Down, we are excited to have TJ as our new lead singer – the shows we’ve done together have been great.”

“At first, I filled in with Decyfer Down for a couple of shows,” recalls Harris. “It felt great on stage, and hanging out with the guys before and after felt good as well. We had toured together a few times before, but now I was really able to sit down and hear their testimonies and see where their hearts are. I'm really excited about this new chapter that God has opened in my life. It's a great opportunity as a writer and a performer. I'm glad to be a part of the Decyfer Down family."

Decyfer Down’s new Digital EP released on Sept. 30th, and their new single, “Crash,” recently peaked at No. 1 on Christian Rock radio. The digital EP is a preview of four-selected tracks from their upcoming sophomore record, aptly titled CRASH, due April 2009.

Oct. 23, 2008…Nashville, TN… VOTA has come together and created a new sound for Christian music fans to experience. Over the past year the band Bryan Olesen (front man/guitar/songwriter), Case Maranville (bass), Scott Rutz (drummer) and Riley Friesen (guitar/keyboard) has become part of the INO Records family and are preparing for the release of their self-titled album. The project will be released digitally only on Nov. 11 along with a physical CD retail release following on Feb. 10, 2009.

“We are looking forward to being a part of this new chapter in VOTA’s career,” says Jeff Moseley, President of INO Records. ”They are a band who has consistently proven their talent and passion in their music at shows all across the U.S. and we’re excited for audiences to get to hear their new sound on their debut with INO.”

Formerly known as Casting Pearls, the group felt that with a fresh sound, new band member, new label and management it was important to rename the band to signal all the changes. There was also one other small issue:
“With Casting Crowns having such a name in the Christian music industry, we felt at this point being named anything that starts with Casting may cause some confusion,” jokes Olesen. “We felt it best to set ourselves apart from the possible puzzlement and start fresh.”

Produced by Nathan Dantzler (Relient K, Audio Adrenaline, Tree63) the 11-track album exerts high-energy artistic sounds, taking cues from the players’ previous alternative dichotomy and adding dance elements influenced by dance poppers Maroon 5 to ethereal rockers Augustana.

“Hard To Believe” is the first single from the new record and it impacted CHR on Oct 3. Olesen wrote it at a time when he realized what God is capable of and all that He has done. When he really thought about it, he realized God’s power and love is truly hard to believe. To listen to the single visit: http://wmedia.buzzplant.com/content/ino/VOTA-HardToBelieve.wma

Fans can also expect an explosive entertaining show when seeing VOTA live. The pop-rock band can be seen on the Sanctus Real “We Need Each Other” Tour this fall, accompanied by Tenth Avenue North and Sammy Adebiyi. For tour dates and other information on VOTA please log onto www.votaband.com and http://www.myspace.com/votaband

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“We Need Each Other” Tour Dates Listed Below:

9/4/08 Cedar Creek Church Perrysburg, OH

9/5/08 The Underground-OH Forest Park, OH

9/6/08 Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI

9/10/08 Pioneer Center Elk City, OK

9/11/08 First United Methodist Stillwater, OK

9/13/08 Schreiner University Kerrville, TX

9/14/08 Paramount Theater Abilene, TX

9/19/08 Taconic High School Pittsfield, MA

9/20/08 Abundant Life Church Bangor, ME

9/21/08 Calvary Church Souderton, PA

9/25/08 Wausau East High School Auditorium Wausau, WI

9/26/08 Club 3 Degrees Minneapolis, MN

9/27/08 Trinity Christian College Palos Heights, IL

10/8/08 The City Salina, KS

10/10/08 Turning Point Community Church Lubbock, TX

10/14/08 Desert Springs Bible Church Phoenix, AZ

10/16/08 Cornerstone Community Church Wildomar, CA

10/17/08 Pacific Christian Center Santa Maria, CA

10/18/08 Immanuel Baptist Church Highland, CA

10/19/08 Valley Bible Fellowship Las Vegas, NV

10/23/08 Sunset Presbyterian Portland, OR

10/24/08 Mountain Christian Fellowship Medford, OR

10/25/08 Oakland Christian Center Redmond, WA

10/26/08 The Service Station Spokane, WA

10/28/08 Shrine Auditorium Billings, MT

10/29/08 The Bellfoursche Bell Comm. Ctr Foursche, SD

11/6/08 Frauental Theatre Muskegon, MI

11/7/08 McMorran Place Theatre Port Huron, MI

11/8/08 Gaylord E-Free Church Gaylord, MI

October 22, 2008

**Having recently launched their fall tour with special guest Bebo Norman (tour dates below), and fresh off their recent (and third!) American Music Award nomination, MercyMe has some news to share this week:

**Bart Millard and MercyMe on Gospel Music Channel TOMORROW:

-MercyMe’s lead singer Bart Millard's national broadcast on GMC show "The Kitchen Sink" will re-air Thursday October 23rd – 7pm and 11pm Eastern. Millard performs 3 songs from his latest solo effort, "Hymned Again" - including his hit INSPO single "I Stand Amazed."

-With two number one singles from their latest hit project, ALL THAT IS WITHIN ME, the band’s third single “Finally Home” will go for adds December 26th. Their second single , *"You Reign" (INO) became their eighth chart topper on the Nielsen BDS-driven Christian AC list in late August 2008, givng MercyMe the most No. 1 singles by any artist on that chart since it was launched in July 2003.

-Before you can hear the new single on the radio you can see the music video when you catch Millard on the Gospel Music Channel as they broadcast the music video for “Finally Home” Thursday October 23rd. To watch the video now, go to: http://video.inorecords.com/#mercyme

10.23.08 07:00 PM Harvest Time Revival Center Waco, TX

10.24.08 07:00 PM Summer Grove Baptist Church Shreveport, LA

10.25.08 06:30 PM Evangel Temple Wichita Falls, TX

10.26.08 07:00 PM Shoreline Christian Center Austin, TX

10.30.08 07:00 PM Central Wesleyan Church Holland, MI

10.31.08 07:00 PM Thomas Road Baptist Church Lynchburg, VA

11.02.08 07:00 PM Bethel Assembly Life House Church Hagerstown, MD

11.06.08 07:00 PM Stonegate Fellowship Church Midland, TX

11.07.08 07:00 PM The Church at Quail Creek Amarillo, TX

11.08.08 06:00 PM First Baptist Church Lubbock, TX

11.09.08 07:00 PM Beltway Park Baptist Church Abilene, TX

11.13.08 07:30 PM Calvary Church Naperville, IL

11.14.08 07:00 PM Lincoln Berean Church Lincoln, NE

11.15.08 07:00 PM Adler Theater Davenport, IA

11.16.08 06:00 PM Christian Fellowship Church Evansville, IN

11.20.08 07:30 PM Northside Christian Church New Albany, IN

11.23.08 06:00 PM Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church Montgomery, AL

** ABC’s hit drama “Grey’s Anatomy” is currently using “Ocean Wide” from The Afters' sophomore record Never Going Back to Ok in promotion for the show.

The Golden Globe winning show rakes in around 14 million viewers a week in its fifth season and features a renowned cast including Patrick Dempsey and Katherine Heigl. This will add to the band’s already impressive list of TV exposure, Lifetime TV’s “Army Wives” used “Ocean Wide” as well in early August.

** The Afters’ also recently signed an exclusive booking contract with the well known literary and talent agency the William Morris Agency. Founded in 1898, the William Morris Agency has offices in New York, Beverly Hills, Nashville, London, Miami Beach and Shanghai and represents artists such as the Foo Fighters, Hootie & The Blowfish, Switchfoot and Whitney Houston.

“The Afters are poised to break out as major headliners in our industry, and with the added exposure and opportunities they have had that spill over to other formats beyond Christian Music, WMA and The Afters are a perfect fit,” says William Morris Agent Mark Claassen. “We are excited to be a part of the team!"

** After spending weeks at No. 1 at the CHR format, the title track "Never Going Back To Ok" is currently impacting AC radio with stations like WFHM/Cleveland, WJQK/Grand Rapids, WMUZ/Detroit and KKSP/Little Rock recently adding the single.

“Never Going Back to Ok” entered the Billboard Top 200 at #41 and the Contemporary Christian SoundScan charts at #1 selling 15,856 units. In digital sales, the project entered at #1 for Christian SoundScan album and track sales plus hit as high as #14 on the iTunes® overall digital chart and #4 on their digital Rock chart. “We Are The Sound” from the new record was also used in promotion for last season’s American Idol with the viral video for “MySpace Girl” being featured on E! News, Seventeen.com and TV Guide Channel’s website. Songs from “Never Going Back to Ok” were also used on the Rachael Ray show as well as on Dr. Phil.

Releasing their debut project “I Wish We All Could Win” in 2005, The Afters received top attention from their fans and media outlets. The Afters’ music has appeared on the networks of MTV, mtvU, ABC Family and E! News as well as on HOT AC and VH-1 radio along with outlets such as Billboard, BOP and Popstar. The MTV college network and mtvU have been strong supporters of the band as their music video for “Beautiful Love” was awarded with an mtvU Award for Best Streaming Video in 2005. The Afters were awarded the Dove Award for “New Artist of the Year” (2006), and has had over 250,000 downloads to date. The foursome composed of Josh Havens, Matt Fuqua, Brad Wigg and Marc Dodd, met while working at a Starbucks in Mesquite, Texas.

** With the release date of Southern Hospitality less than a week away, Disciple has been selected to participate in Hard Rock Café’s Pinktober in Nashville, Tenn. on Wed. Oct. 29. In its ninth consecutive year, Pinktober is Hard Rock's signature Breast Cancer Awareness Concert Series to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer charities around the globe with all proceeds benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).

With Pinktober celebrations taking place across the world in other locations such as Maui, Paris, London and Toronto, Disciple is joining the likes of The Donnas, Melissa Etheridge, All American Rejects and Jon McLaughlin who also have pledged their Hard Rock Café performances to finding a cure for breast cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 150,000 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer this year alone. Below are more details about the Oct. 29 show, 100% of the door charge proceeds for the show will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Nashville Chapter:

The Hard Rock Café in downtown Nashville 100 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 (615) 742-9900 Date: Wed. Oct 29th Time: Doors - 8:30pm Start - 9pm Cost: $5 at the door

** Following the best selling record of their 15-year career, Scars Remain, celebrated rock act Disciple offers Southern Hospitality releasing Oct. 21. Produced by Travis Wyrick (P.O.D., Pillar), Southern Hospitality offers 12 new tracks from what lead singer Kevin Young describes as their most incredible record making experience to date. In support of Southern Hospitality, the band will be making promo stops and radio visits in Portland, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Nashville.

** The first rock single off of Southern Hospitality, “3,2,1” continues to rise on the rock radio charts while their upcoming CHR single, "Whatever Reason" is going for adds this Friday Oct. 17. Disciple has also been selected as an Artist to Watch for Clear Channel's online program called NEW! The band’s rock genre feature will be posted throughout the month of Oct. and will appear on over 400 radio station websites.

Disciple’s first release on INO Records “Disciple” (2005) brought home three No. 1 hits, while their sophomore album “Scars Remain” (2006) became the highest selling record of their career, scanning 100,000 units. Disciple has been nominated for a whopping eight GMA Awards including a win for “Rock Album of the Year” in 2007, while their hit single “Game On” received massive placement in sports shows across the country including “Best Damn Sports Show,” NFL’s “Total Axxess,” WWE’s “Cyber Sunday” and Speed TV’s “Speed Report,” as well as in venues such as Wachovia Center in Philadelphia and even Madison Square Garden in New York City. The single was also used in promotion for CBS shows “Criminal Minds” and “CSI Miami.” This year, the rockers were chosen to write a song for “WWE: The Music Vol. 8” and WWE superstar duo Hawkins and Ryder.

**COMATOSE COMES ALIVE features songs from their 2006 Lava/Atlantic/Ardent/INO release COMATOSE, which has become their best-selling project to date, with sales over 400,000 units, along with their 2003 best-selling CD COLLIDE, and more.

** In follow up to a spring ’07 tour with FlyLeaf, and fall ’07 with Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace, this winter Skillet played to over 300,000 on Winter Jam, and in the spring launched their own theater tour, during which this footage was garnered at the Tivoli Theater in Chattanooga, and where 60% of the shows sold out placing the tour in Pollstar's Concert Pulse Top 50 Tours throughout the spring . Skillet’s electric live show was also a highlight of numerous summer festivals.

** The CD of COMATOSE COMES ALIVE includes the full live concert audio plus six enhanced acoustic versions and bonus tracks, while the DVD, recorded in 5.1 surround sound audio, includes the full live concert plus four music videos and a photo gallery of live shots (full track listings below.)

** In the process of becoming one of the hardest working, most rocking, and broadly appealing acts of its generation, radio has welcomed SKILLET and COMATOSE with open arms, garnering 5 back-to-back #1 singles: the first single, "Rebirthing" spent seven-weeks at No.1 on Christian Rock. Their second single, "The Last Night," also took the top spot, this time at both Rock and CHR (CRW/R&R), while "The Older I Get" (CHR/Rock) and "Comatose," which received a 2008 GMA Dove Award for “Rock Song of the Year,” became their third and fourth consecutive No. 1 singles. Most recently "Those Nights" hit number one as well on CHR.

**At the end of 2007 the band was lauded with R&R’s No. 1 Christian CHR Song of the Year for “The Last Night”, which was also R&R's No. 2 Christian Rock song of the year. In addition, Skillet was named 2007s No. 2 top artist on both the CHR and ROCK yearend lists.

** After celebrating a successful street week with their sophomore record One Life, 33Miles’ first single “One Life to Love” has been selected as the iTunes ® Discovery Download starting Oct. 7. Appearing among the few "Free on iTunes" selections for the week, the song will be available for free download through Monday Oct. 13. To download “One Life To Love,” go to http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=292674314&s=143441

** Another popular music streaming and download service Napster ® will be featuring a play list from the band starting the week of Oct. 21. Members Jason Barton, Chris Lockwood and Collin Stoddard recommended a dozen songs that they deemed “Favorite Songs Everyone Should Know.”

** “One Life to Love” has also been making an impact on the radio charts garnering the No. 9 spot on the R&R AC-Indicator, No. 13 R&R AC-Monitored and No. 14 CRW-AC charts. On the Inspo/Soft AC charts, the single has also hit # 2 on CRW and # 10 on R&R. Below is just an example of what radio stations across the country have been saying about “One Life to Love.”

"Message fans can't get enough of this soon-to-be CLASSIC from 33Miles! The guys have really struck a chord when it comes to life's PRIORITY!" - Jim Epperlein, XM 32 The Message

"From someone who's job keeps him busy 10-12 hours per day, this song speaks to me every time it plays." Jim McDermott, Spirit FM-KCVO

“One Life to Love” sounds good on our airwaves at WJIE. Glad to be playing this single from one of the most talented bands in any genre of music." Chris Crain, WJIE

After logging in over 120,000 miles (not including air travel), performing at over 200 churches, garnering radio hits and a Dove nomination for “New Artist of the Year,” 33Miles released their sophomore record One Life on Sept. 16 to much praise. Critically acclaimed One Life entered the Top Christian Soundscan Album Sales chart and the Christian Digital chart at No. 5, while debuting at No. 160 on the Billboard Top 200. Since their debut in 2007, 33Miles’ Jason Barton (lead vocals), Chris Lockwood (guitar) and Collin Stoddard (keys) celebrated one of the highest-selling freshman albums of 2007 with their GMA Dove nominated project 33Miles. In addition, the band made tremendous impact on the radio charts with their first record garnering three consecutive radio hits with “What Could Be Better,” “There Is A God” and “Thank You,” two of those hits breaking the Top 10.

FIRST SINGLE “CRASH” PEAKS AT NO. 1 ON CHRISTIAN ROCK RADIO

Oct. 6, 2008…Nashville, TN…. INO/Columbia Records’ rock band Decyfer Down gave their fans a taste of their upcoming album with their Digital EP that released on Sept. 30. Along with the first single, “Crash,” which recently peaked at No. 1 on Christian Rock radio, the digital EP is a preview of four-selected tracks from their upcoming sophomore record, aptly titled CRASH, which crashes into stores Feb. 10.

CRASH is the follow up to their 2006 debut album End Of Grey, which garnered 4 No. 1 Christian Rock singles and received airplay on both mainstream and Christian radio. After entering the R&R Active Rock Chart, the band’s single “Fight Like This” was also featured in a promotion for an Ultimate Fighting Championship title fight. In addition, “Break Free” also received placement and was heard by more than 9 million sports fans during some of the most watched sports games of the year in the NBA, NHL, MLB and NCAA including games between the LA Lakers, Boston Celtics, NY Yankees, Chicago Cubs and more.

Decyfer Down has come a long way since End of Grey, entertaining sold out crowds at festivals and concerts around the country sharing the stage with artists such as Cold, Puddle of Mudd, Breaking Benjamin, Strata, Theory of a Dead Man, Smile Empty Soul, Crossfade, Seven Mary Three, Red, Pillar, Thousand Foot Krutch, Skillet and more.

Get a sneak peak of Decyfer Down’s new single “Crash” http://www.inorecords.com/inoradioemail/080623/content/DecyferDown-Crash.mp3 and for more information on the rock band visit www.myspace.com/decyferdown or www.decyferdown.com.

Nashville, Tenn. Sept. 25, 2008… INO Record’s 33Miles is celebrating a successful street week with their sophomore project One Life entering the Top Christian Soundscan Album Sales chart and the Christian Digital chart at No. 5, while debuting at No. 160 on the Billboard Top 200.

The Dove-nominated group has been visiting radio stations across the country in promotion of One Life including stops at K-LOVE and KLTY, while the record's first single "One Life To Love" is already a solid hit having reached No. 9 R&R AC-Indicator, No. 17 R&R AC-Monitored and No. 18 CRW-AC charts. On the Inspo/Soft AC charts, the single has hit #2 on CRW and #10 on R&R.

One Life is not only highly favored on the charts, but has also received its share of critical acclaim:

“The charm and polish of 33Miles' sophomore record are hard to resist… only a handful of artists convey those themes with as much magnetism as Jason Barton's heartfelt vocals. – All Music Guide

“POP MUSIC NEVER SOUNDED SO GOOD… the men of 33Miles have created an incredible second set… All comparisons aside, 33Miles is seriously good. One Life emits massive crossover appeal, and considering the wealth of musical enthusiasm the band showcases, 33Miles has music for many lifetimes to come.” – CCM magzine.com

“It gives fans of country pop and Christian music a balanced middle ground on which to stand, with just enough liveliness, balladry, quality musicianship, heartland sentimentality, and faith to keep both camps happy.” - Christianity Today

One Life was produced by a team of well-known producers including Nathan Nockels (Passion, Point of Grace, Phillips, Craig & Dean), Sam Mizell (Matthew West) and Brown Bannister (Amy Grant, MercyMe, Third Day). In addition to the single, One Life offers up beat tracks such as “When It All Comes Down” and “One of Those Days” as well as the transparent “Apologize” and a song inspired by the band’s partnership with Food for the Hungry titled “Little Bit of Love.”

After logging in over 120,000 miles (not including air travel), performing at over 200 churches, garnering radio hits and a Dove nomination for “New Artist of the Year,” 33Miles released their sophomore record One Life on Sept. 16. Since their debut in 2007, 33Miles’ Jason Barton (lead vocals), Chris Lockwood (guitar) and Collin Stoddard (keys) celebrated one of the highest-selling freshman albums of 2007 with their GMA Dove nominated project 33Miles. In addition, the band has made tremendous impact on the radio charts garnering three consecutive radio hits with “What Could Be Better,” “There Is A God” and “Thank You,” two of those hits breaking the Top 10.

*all dates subject to change
09/27/2008 Williamson, WV West Williamson Softball Park
10/04/2008 Humboldt, KS Humboldt Town Square
10/05/2008 Wichita, KS Westlink Christian Church
10/08/2008 Elizabethtown, NC Elizabethtown Middle School Gym
10/10/2008 Lithicum Heights, MD Lindale Middle School
10/11/2008 Woodstock, VA Shenandoah County Fairgrounds
10/16/2008 Franklin Lakes, NJ McBride Field
10/18/2008 Lucedale, MS Praise in the Park - Lucedale City Park
10/25/2008 Stuart, VA Patrick County High School
11/01/2008 Zephyrhills, FL Zephyr Palms Events Centre
11/07/2008 Decatur, IL Tabernacle Baptist Church
11/16/2008 Goshen, IN The Life Center
11/23/2008 Chesapeake, VA Faith Alive Ministries
12/31/2008 Huntington West Virginia Christ Temple Church

Sept. 25, 2008…Nashville, TN… Christmas is just around the corner and the most decorated Christian female artist of all time, Sandi Patty will help spread Christmas cheer with an intimate Christmas tour, kicking off in Fort Lauderdale on Nov. 28th and running through December 7th (all tour dates listed below).

The Gospel music legend will be singing holiday classics from her 2005 critically acclaimed Christmas album Yuletide Joy, which includes famous carols “Oh Holy Night,” “Star of Bethlehem” and “Angels We Have Heard on High.” Patty will be performing the Yuletide celebration in grand fashion accompanied by a local symphony in select cities on the tour.

“The celebration of Christmas is the foundation on my faith,” says the singer. “Christmas is a celebration of family, life and love and the birth of Jesus. His birth meant freedom for the rest of us.”

In addition to the tour, to celebrate the 12 days of Christmas, Patty will be hosting the Baltimore Symphony Holiday Spectacular for 12 days starting on Dec. 10 and carrying on until Dec. 23. The event will take place at the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, MD. This will be the singer’s second time to host the event as she previously participated in 2006.

For more information on the Baltimore Symphony Holiday Spectacular, please log on to www.bsomusic.org and for the latest on Patty, visit www.sandipatty.com.

As the single most award-winning female vocalist in the Christian Music industry, Sandi Patty released her 30th recording May 13, 2008 titled Songs For The Journey. Patty has won 39 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, four Billboard Music Awards and was recently honored and named a member of the prestigious Gospel Music Hall of Fame. She has released 24 albums over the last 26 years, selling more than 11 million units, while the RIAA has certified three of her recordings platinum and five of them gold. Patty has appeared on The Tonight Show, 7th Heaven, E! Entertainment, Dr. Phil, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and most recently appeared on Extreme Makeover Home Edition.

Tour Dates:
11/28/2008 Ft. Lauderdale, FL First Baptist Church of Ft. Lauderdale
11/30/08 Richardson, TX First United Methodist Church
12/2/08 Hattiesburg, MS Temple Baptist Church
12/4/08 Belleville, IL St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church
12/5/08 Evansville, IN The Centre
12/6/08 Findlay, OH Central Auditorium
12/7/08 Effingham, IL The Rosebud Theatre
12/8/08 Kansas City, MO Hyatt Regency Hotel
12/12/08-12/23/08 Baltimore, MD Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

Sept. 22, 2008…Nashville, TN…INO Records’ Mike Farris has traveled far in his journey from wild front man of the hard-rockin' Screamin' Cheetah Wheelies to being honored as 2008's Emerging Artist during last week’s Americana Music Awards and Honors, which took place at The Ryman Auditorium. He chronicles the heart of that journey in his Salvation in Lights album as well as his “must see” Sunday Night Shouts, which will pick up again in October at Nashville’s iconic Station Inn. Farris’ debut solo album Salvation in Lights (2007) critical raves helped raise the front man's profile enough so that he was firmly in position to be heralded as this year's Emerging Artist in the rootsy truths of the Americana music format. "We've taken the music of the long-lost Deep South, dug it out of America's collective attic and brought it back to life for everyone to enjoy," is Farris’ explanation for the album's power and purpose. Salvation is such a strong and personal statement, one that can't be contained on a single recorded document. It must see light, or stage lights in this case.

That is why he began his first round of Sunday Shouts and why he is set to return. Backed by his shouting, stomping, shuffling and wailing 11-piece Roseland Rhythm Revue, the singer continues his quest to document, with rock fervor and soulful splendor, his personal and musical revival.

During these Sunday Night Shouts, the singer-songwriter allows the audience to peer into his soul while he delivers weekly installments of rafter-raisin' boogie stew, equal parts honky-tonk spirit and Christian revival. Farris says he's been told that if Sunday morning services were as spirited and spiritual as his evening shows, more folks would go to worship services. While he is continuing to host Sunday Night Shouts, he will also be performing at various festivals and venues throughout the remainder of the year. For more information on Farris please visit www.mikefarrismusic.net and to hear his testimony http://wmedia.buzzplant.com/content/ino/MikeFarris_EPK.wmv

Tour Dates: (dates subject to change)
9/19 - Nashville, TN - 3rd & Lindsley
9/20 - Harrodsburg, KY - Terrapin Hill Harvest Festival
9/20 - Louisville, KY - Ear X-tacy Records (In-store)
9/27 - Austin, TX - Stubb's (Gospel Brunch)
9/28 - Austin, TX - Austin City Limits Festival
10/4 - San Francisco, CA - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival
10/8 - Wausau, WI - Artsblock: Grand Theater
10/9 - Madison, WI - Overture Center for the Arts
10/12 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn (Sunday Night Shout)
10/19 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn (Sunday Night Shout)
10/26 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn (Sunday Night Shout)
11/2 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn (Sunday Night Shout)
11/7 - Murray, KY - Lovett Auditorium
11/9 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn (Sunday Night Shout)
11/23 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn (Sunday Night Shout)
11/28 - Nashville, TN - Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Nashville, Tenn. Sept. 18, 2008… Following the best selling record of their 15-year career, Scars Remain, celebrated rock act Disciple offers some of their most relevant material yet with Southern Hospitality releasing Oct. 21.

With 12 total tracks, lead singer Kevin Young admits that this was the “most incredible record-making experience” to date for the band. “I think we’ve written more current songs than ever before.” The band teams up with producer Travis Wyrick (P.O.D., Pillar, Superchick) once again for the new record. Another step for the new project is the heavy guitar solos also embraced by the band. Whether it is the poetic imagery behind “Romance Me” or the genuine plea in ”Savior,” Southern Hospitality was written and created with more attention paid to the craft and less to the clock.

A few months before Disciple began working on Southern Hospitality, the original guitarist Brad Noah stepped down from full-time touring with Disciple as the result of long-term health issues. He decided, however, to continue writing and recording with the band. Adding to their recognizable rock sound are three new members, guitarist Andrew Welch (formerly of Capital Lights), guitarist Micah Sannan (formerly of Falling Up) and Israel Beachy (formerly of Staple). While Young still says that Noah is the best guitar player he knows, he can’t help but heap compliments on his new band mates. “I’ve been in Disciple since day one, and we’re in the best place we’ve ever been,” says Young. “We’re writing the best songs we’ve ever written, and we’re putting on the best shows we’ve ever put on. I just can’t wait to share this with people. I can’t wait to see how these songs affect people’s lives. It’s fully God. We can’t take any credit for that.”

Disciple’s longevity and philosophy among their peers in Christian rock music is something the band is incredibly grateful for says Young. “Just like any band, we’ve been through ups and downs. All of us are in constant process, but since day one, our goal has been to stand onstage and tell people about Christ, and then provide an opportunity for people to receive Him. Our music is about providing the backdrop for that moment to occur. The fact that that is happening more effectively than at any time in our 15 year career is humbling to say the least.”

“3,2,1” is the first rock single from Southern Hospitality. The song went for adds on Sept. 12 to Christian rock and was the format’s No. 1 most added single this week according to R&R.

In support of Southern Hospitality, Disciple will appear on the upcoming cover of the Nov./Dec. issue of HM Magazine. HM is a bi-monthly publication for hard music audiences. This will mark Disciple’s first appearance on the cover.

Disciple’s first release on INO Records “Disciple” (2005) brought home three No. 1 hits, while their sophomore album “Scars Remain” (2006) became the highest selling record of their career, scanning 100,000 units. Disciple has been nominated for a whopping eight Gospel Music Awards including a win for “Rock Album of the Year” in 2007, while their hit single “Game On” received massive placement in sports shows across the country including “Best Damn Sports Show,” NFL’s “Total Axxess,” WWE’s “Cyber Sunday” and Speed TV’s “Speed Report,” as well as in venues such as Wachovia Center in Philadelphia and even Madison Square Garden in New York City. The single was also used in promotion for CBS shows “Criminal Minds” and “CSI Miami.” This year, the rockers were chosen to write a song for “WWE: The Music Vol. 8” and WWE superstar duo Hawkins and Ryder.

Tour Kicks Off Oct. 2, With Special Guests Addison Road & After Edmund

Kicking off Oct. 2, in Ft. Smith, Ark., the Truth, Hope & Love Tour will hit 30 markets across the country including Minneapolis, Minn.; College Station, Texas; Springfield, Ill.; and Cincinnati, Ohio, to name a few. The tour, which takes its name from the track “Your Love Goes On” from the band’s new album, also gives Building 429 a chance to partner in ministry with World Vision, an international Christian humanitarian organization.

“We are totally amped about the Truth, Hope & Love Tour,” says Building 429 frontman Jason Roy. “All of the artists we have chosen to join us are amazing talents and have incredible hearts, which gives us great hope for the ministry and music on this tour. It is an honor for us to headline this show and we’re looking forward, with great anticipation, to unveiling the music and media surrounding our new record. We can’t wait to share the stage with these extremely talented new bands!”

“I’m really excited about the Truth, Hope & Love Tour with Building 429,” adds concert promoter Dan Fife of Awakening Events. “We have worked with Jason, Michael and Jesse since we first met them back in 2005, and this particular tour is exciting because we are now seeing more families share the music of Building 429. The band has worked with us so that we could provide a ticket price the entire family can afford. I feel like the more opportunities we have to bring the family together as a unit and share together in the live concert/worship experience, the stronger the family. We know that every time we work with these guys we are fulfilling our mission.”

About Building 429
Building 429 has had a history of success with the release of three albums and now the rock band is joining forces with INO Records for their fourth studio record. The self-titled project, produced by Chris Stevens (TobyMac, Sanctus Real) will hit stores on Oct. 21. The album’s first single, “End of Me,” is impacting Christian CHR and AC radio stations now. In 2005 “Glory Defined” was named BMI’s Christian Song of the Year, they were named the Gospel Music Association’s 2005 New Artist of the Year and nominated that same year for Rock/Contemporary Album of the Year and Song of the Year. They have toured with artists such as TobyMac, Family Force 5, Casting Crowns and Thousand Foot Krutch. Jason, Michael and Jesse are excited for their fans to hear a record that reflects where they are as individuals and artists.

About Addison Road
Together for six years before signing with INO Records, the female-fronted pop/rock band from Dallas, TX, Addison Road is making waves with their self-titled debut release. The first radio single “All That Matters”, made the top ten on the Christian CHR chart within weeks and was featured as an iTunes discovery download, receiving over 165,000 downloads in one week. Produced by Chris Stevens (TobyMac, Sanctus Real), this self-titled release is the culmination of the band’s mission to inspire people from all walks of life to find their hope and identity in God, to be changed by His grace and to extend that grace to a world in need. Lead singer Jenny Simmons, husband and guitarist Ryan Simmons, Jeff Sutton, Ryan Gregg and Travis Lawrence all came together in 2001 when some of the members were attending Baylor University and since then have been accumulating fans in all genres.

About After Edmund
Named after the Edmund character in C.S. Lewis’ best-selling book series The Chronicles of Narnia, Slanted Records recording artists After Edmund has been making a name for themselves in the Atlanta region and beyond since 2001. A modern pop/rock outfit from LaGrange, Ga., After Edmund’s debut release, Hello, hit shelves in February garnering acclaim by various industry insiders. Known for their high-energy live set and their distinct modern rock style, the band recently performed alongside rock icons Linkin Park, Chris Cornell, The Bravery and others at Atlanta’s Lakewood Theater as one of three winners of MTV2’s “Rock the Revolution” contest in the Atlanta area.

Sept. 15, 2008…Nashville, TN… New artist Joy Whitlock embraces her life’s hardships in her debut album God And A Girl set to release on Sept. 16 on Ardent/INO Records. Produced by Jeff Powell (Tonic, Bob Dylan, Bottle Rockets), Ian Eskelin (All Star United, Krystal Meyers) Curry Weber (Skillet, Todd Agnew) and James Joseph, the record showcases her compelling testimony highlighted by captivating vocals and candid lyrics infused with an alternative pop/rock sound.

“Holding Onto Me” is the first single off the 14-track album, which impacted CHR and AC Radio in August. In addition, the God And A Girl digital EP has been available at all digital service providers along with Whitlock’s limited edition Fake EP.

Co-written by Ian Eskelin, Barry Weeks and Tony Wood “Holding Onto Me,” encourages people encountering rough patches in life to draw closer to God instead of running away from Him. To preview the single go to http://www.inorecords.com/inoradioemail/080728/JoyWhitlock-HoldingOnToMe.mp3.

Through God And A Girl, Whitlock encourages fellow Christians who also face trials and tribulations with a message of hope and encouragement.

“Because I still have many struggles in my life, even as a child of God, the subject matter of most of my songs tends to gravitate towards struggle,” admits Whitlock. “I want people to know that pain is not working against us. It brings us closer to the one who knows pain better than anyone else...Jesus Christ.”

Having grown up in Mississippi as the daughter of a minister, Whitlock’s family was involved in a few churches, which caused them to travel often. Throughout this process, Whitlock began to fall away from her faith and tried to numb the pain with drugs and promiscuity. It wasn’t until she saw Mel Gibson’s The Passion Of The Christ her heart softened and rededicated her life to Christ. From that moment on she has never been the same.

To celebrate God And A Girl, the singer/songwriter had an album release concert in Memphis, TN, the city that she now calls home. The performance took place on Sunday, Sept. 14 at the The Love of Christ Church.

To find out more about Whitlock and her testimony visit www.joywhitlock.com or watch her EPK at http://video.inorecords.com/video/JoyWhitlock_EPK.wmv. The brand new website features Whitlock’s new interactive blog www.joywhitlock.com/blog where the artist will post photos, videos, written thoughts and twitter updates. All the blog posts will allow fans to communicate with Whitlock and also with one another.

Sept. 10, 2008…Nashville, TN… The Dove award-winning trio, Building 429 launches into a new season, recently signing a new label deal with INO Records and creating a new, self-titled album scheduled to release on Oct. 21. “End of Me” is the first single from their fourth studio record and it impacted Christian CHR and AC on Aug. 22.

Jason Roy, Michael Anderson and Jesse Garcia have come a long way since their debut album Space In Between Us (2004) and are excited for the new changes that have come their way and for the new relationship with INO Records.

“We are really excited about the future with Building 429,” said President of INO Records, Jeff Moseley. “With this record they are pouring life into their fans, clearly making their passion for music, people, and more importantly, God, known in a great way.“

Produced by Chris Stevens (TobyMac, Sanctus Real) Building 429 is using this album to help find their true identity as individuals and artists.

“This record is a new beginning,” said Roy, Building 429’s front man and chief lyricist. “Its no longer about what everybody wants us to be or what we think we should be but a season of finding what God has in store for us. I’m more confident than I’ve ever been in my life when it comes to my calling, when it comes to my brothers and when it comes to my band. That confidence is not in myself. That confidence is in the fact that the Lord is going to do something great with us. We’re just excited to be along for the ride,” Roy concludes.

One of the more buoyant songs Building 429 has ever recorded is the album’s first single “End of Me.” The song is a reminder that true fulfillment in life is found in surrendering control to Christ.

“It is my constant reminder these days to live my life by God's design, says Roy. “To leave the burdens and the comforts of believing I have the power to find true life. When I admit I have no control and that God gets that responsibility, everything seems to make a little more sense.”

To listen to “End of Me” visit: http://wmedia.buzzplant.com/content/ino/Building429-EndOfMe_ACMix.wma.

Be on the look out for the launch of the band’s Truth Hope and Love fall tour with additional details to be announced soon. For more information on Building 429, go to: www.building429.com.

Building 429 has had a history of success with the release of three albums and now the rock band is joining forces with INO Records for their fourth studio record which will be hitting stores this fall. In 2005 “Glory Defined” was named BMI’s Christian Song of the Year, they were named the Gospel Music Association’s 2005 New Artist of the Year and nominated that same year for Rock/Contemporary Album of the Year and Song of the Year. They have toured with artists such as TobyMac, Family Force 5, Casting Crowns and Thousand Foot Krutch. Jason, Michael and Jesse are excited for their fans to hear a record that reflects where they are as individuals and artists.

JDRF kids had three weeks to submit a design for the Motorcraft/Quick Lane/Custom Accessories Shelby Mustang Funny Car, driven by Bob Tasca III, which was featured on the car during the NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis over Labor Day weekend. To view designs, go to: http://www.jdrf.org/index.cfmfuseaction=home.viewPage&page_id=B607291E-110A-9BB5-F8AE5884A2F4FC4E

For the car design contest, each child’s submitted design was featured on the www.JDRF.org/Ford website from June 23 to July 31, during which the public was invited to vote for their favorite car design by making a monetary donation vote to JDRF. The top five donation-earning designs were recently narrowed down to one, and therefore Sam’s design was featured on Tasca’s Shelby Mustang Funny Car during the U.S Nationals in Indianapolis Aug. 29 – Sept. 1. Millard, his wife Shannon and Sam were invited to Indianapolis for the official unveiling of his paint scheme, and a chance to see the car run during qualifications for the race.

“What a thrill for Sam to see his creation on a race car!,” recalls Millard. “Of course we were the over the top proud parents, but I think the thing we are most proud of is the fact that the contest raised over $84,000 to help find a cure for juvenile diabetes. After making the MercyMe bloggers aware of the contest, they came through in a huge way! We are eternally grateful.”

With a desire to create a lifelong legacy for all children suffering from Juvenile Diabetes, Millard, along with his bandmates created Imagine A Cure last year, a non profit organization to support research that will lead to a cure. For more information on Imagine A Cure, please visit http://www.imagineacureonline.com/.

NASHVILLE, TN….8/26/08…During the last month of the year, you don’t have to travel far to see what Christmas is for many people—a combination of sacred celebration and family tradition. Sara Groves’ first Christmas album, O Holy Night, which will bow on INO Records this October 14th, sits snugly in that spot where the magnificent story of Bethlehem coalesces with the sounds of yuletide gathering of friends and family.

“I’ve always dreamed of doing a Christmas album,” Groves says. “Christmas music was such a part of life growing up. We had a huge stack of records that only get played for one month of the year. Ultimately I wanted to convey this story of Christ that’s been told so many times with as much artistry and creativity as possibly because it bears repeating,” she says.

Produced by Ben Shive, O Holy Night was originally intended to be an advent album for her family that would consist solely of sacred Christmas songs. When she began working on it, though, she decided to include some of her favorite songs about her family’s Christmas traditions.

One such song (one of four originals) is “To Be With You,” about Groves’ family Christmas, a sentimental snapshot of their gathering at her grandma’s house. Another is the fun song any parent who’s stayed up late on Christmas eve can relate to, “Toy Packaging,” which mimics how manufacturers twisty-tie and rivet everything to pieces of cardboard, saying, “my self-esteem is in the can, trying to open the robot man.”

Among the sacred Christmas songs included, “It Came Upon A Midnight Clear” and “Go Tell It on the Mountain” both have personal meanings to Groves; the latter recorded with family and friends gathered around, singing together.

About the first, which turned out to be one of her favorites on the album, Groves says, “I hadn’t really thought about this song, but the lyrics jumped off the page to me. My family has had a really hard year. We’ve had some death and pain. The second verse of this song talks about “over our sad plains the angels sing.” It talks about how they come to sing about Christ, and “still through broken skies they come.” I was in tears reading the lyrics. It goes back to the theme of peace. You’re not traveling alone. You’re not laboring in vain. You’re not carrying this hardship for no reason. Over this, God still has His way.”

For more information on Sara Groves, go to: http://www.saragroves.com

Nashville, Tenn. … Aug. 18, 2008… After logging in over 120,000 miles (not including air travel), performing at over 200 churches, garnering three consecutive radio hits and a Dove nomination for “New Artist of the Year,” 33Miles is releasing their sophomore record “One Life” on Sept. 16. The new project on INO Records includes efforts from a trio of well-known producers including Nathan Nockels (Passion, Point of Grace, Phillips, Craig & Dean), Sam Mizell (Matthew West) and Brown Bannister (Amy Grant, MercyMe, Third Day).

To kick off the new record, the first single "One Life to Love" has already been one of the most added singles at Christian AC since its release as well as earning airplay at CHR and Inspo formats. The single is now No. 25 on the R&R AC-Monitored charts and is currently No. 18 on the AC-Indicator charts. “One Life to Love” also exploded on to iTunes reaching the No. 25 position on the Christian & Gospel Top Song charts in only a matter of days.

“’One Life to Love’ still gives me chills,” says lead singer Jason Barton. “It also goes back to the meaning behind 33Miles—the idea that life can be short, that Christ lived only thirty-three years on this earth. So the question remains: what will you and I do with our miles, with the years we are given?”

33Miles continues to be committed to their original goal of loving the church which is evident throughout the entire record. The album also offers up beat tracks such as “When It All Comes Down” and “One of Those Days” that are comparable to today’s biggest selling country pop acts.

This overall mission and heart of the band is not only reflected in the single, but also in the lives of Barton, Lockwood and Stoddard. Whether it is serving the people of Guatemala on a Food for the Hungry mission trip (photo attached) or lead singer Barton and his wife being featured in Redbook magazine’s June issue discussing their covenant marriage (also a front page story on MSN.com), the members of 33Miles are living every moment to the fullest.

“The people of Guatemala returned the charity I expected to administer with a relationship I didn't know existed,” recalls member Collin Stoddard after their trip to the third world country with Food for the Hungry. “They showed me the gracious, selfless love of a Sovereign God who chose a specific place for me on heaven and earth, and the equivalent place for every person in this world. I think the size of my God grew exponentially in my heart and mind.”

From March to the launch of “One Life” in mid-September, 33Miles will have played for just under 100,000 young adults and youth ministers across the country including five of the largest youth events in the states. Their schedule also includes stops at some of the summer’s biggest festivals such as Alive, Spirit West Coast, Big Ticket, Kingdom Bound, Rock the Light, Unity and Lifelight. Continuing their mission of loving the church, the band will also be headlining fall tour dates across the country starting Sept. 16 (tentative dates listed below) as well as an extensive list of radio visits and events throughout the upcoming months.

Since their debut in 2007, 33Miles’ Jason Barton (lead vocals), Chris Lockwood (guitar) and Collin Stoddard (keys) celebrated one of the highest-selling freshman albums of 2007 with their GMA Dove nominated project 33Miles. In addition, the band has made tremendous impact on the radio charts garnering three consecutive radio hits with “What Could Be Better,” “There Is A God” and “Thank You,” two of those hits breaking the Top 10.

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*all dates subject to change
8/21/2008 Harford, PA The Harford Fair
8/23/2008 Simpsonville, SC Standing Springs Baptist Church
08/24/2008 Cumming, GA First Redeemer Church
08/29/2008 Kansas City, MO Rock the Light Festival
08/31/2008 Sioux Falls, SD Lifelight Festival
09/06/2008 Wilson, NC Bible Missionary Baptist Church
09/07/2008 Wilson, NC Bible Missionary Baptist Church
09/12/2008 Deer Park, TX Youth Explosion
09/13/2008 Livingston, TX Faith Christian Center
09/18/2008 Hazard, KY Black Gold Festival
09/20/2008 Greenville, OH Darke County Fairgrounds
09/27/2008 Williamson, WV West Williamson Softball Park
10/04/2008 Humboldt, KS Humboldt Town Square
10/08/2008 Elizabethtown, NC Elizabethtown Middle School Gym
10/11/2008 Woodstock, VA Shenandoah County Fairgrounds
10/16/2008 Franklin Lakes, NJ McBride Field
10/18/2008 Lucedale, MS Praise in the Park - Lucedale City Park
11/01/2008 Zephyrhills, FL Zephyr Palms Events Centre
11/07/2008 Decatur, IL Tabernacle Baptist Church
11/09/2008 Goshen, IN The Life Center
11/23/2008 Chesapeake, VA Faith Alive Ministries

Fall Tour to Feature Brandon Heath, Derek Webb, Sandra McCracken, and Charlie Peacock

Benefiting the International Justice Mission and Food For the Hungry, tour Aims to “Add to the Beauty, Seek Justice and Give God Praise”

NASHVILLE, TN....8/13/08.... Critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter Sara Groves has gathered a group of fellow-acclaimed artists and friends Brandon Heath, Derek Webb, Sandra McCracken and author/artist Charlie Peacock, for her ART*MUSIC*JUSTICE tour this fall, which will benefit both the International Justice Mission and Food For the Hungry. The International Justice Mission (www.IJM.org) is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression. Food for the Hungry (www.FH.org) works in more than 26 developing countries providing disaster and emergency relief, and implementing sustainable development programs to transform communities physically and spiritually.

With dates running from Sept 19th through October 26th (concert listing below), the tour is a unique concert opportunity to “add to the beauty, seek justice and give God praise,” desiring to further educate the church on God's heart for justice, gain advocates for the oppressed, and show evidence of a God at work in this world. Each evening will bring inspired music and stories of God's people in action and their heroic experiences across the globe. Incredible stories of rescue from the International Justice Mission will be told, while giving audience members the opportunity to be involved in Groves 'adopted' village in Rwanda thru Food for the Hungry.

"God is mighty to save and is actively rescuing the oppressed through His people,” comments Groves. “ Scripture references to the 'slave, the poor, the oppressed' are not figurative. There are 27 million people enslaved today, after more than in 400 years of trans-atlantic slavery. God is calling us to respond. All of us on this tour want to convey, it is not a burden to help, it is an adventure. We’re excited to get out there and share what God is doing!" To listen to audio of Sara sharing about the tour, and for more tour information, please go to: www.myspace.com/artmusicjustice.

In addition, all of the artists on the tour are offering songs on NoiseTrade.com for the price of telling three friends about them or paying any amount they choose in exchange for an immediate download. Webb co-created NoiseTrade.com after the success of giving away over 80,000 full downloads of his project “Mockingbird,” Through NOISETRADE, any artist can freely distribute their music online via NoiseTrade’s embeddable widget. For the Art*Music*Justice Tour widget, go to www.myspace.com/artmusicjustice

Phil Wickham recently invited listeners to sing along with him and other fans in his first-ever recording of a LIVE worship album, aptly titled SINGALONG. Available only as a free download from his website www.philwickham.com, the album has received more than 8,000 downloads within the first week of release (8/8/08).

SINGALONG was recorded at Solid Rock Church in Portland, OR where 3,000 fans gathered together to see the critically acclaimed singer/songwriter perform 15 songs from his self-titled debut album and sophomore record Cannons.

Three days after Wickham released the live worship album, his debut CD climbed the iTunes ® Top Christian Albums chart to No. 25 after being released over two years ago. Wickham’s most recent release Cannons peaked at No. 10 on iTUNES ® Top Christian chart and No. 11 on national mobile platform Mozes, surpassing artists such as Nelly and Jewel. The chart numbers for Mozes are based on artists’ mobile fanbase activity and fan texting interactions with their favorite artist.

Nashville, Tenn…. July 31, 2008… INO/Columbia Record’s The Afters continue to be heard on the small screen with songs from their sophomore project “Never Going Back to Ok” being used in episodes of Army Wives and Rachael Ray as well as in promotion for Dr. Phil. The Texas based band also recently finished a mainstream radio promo tour with a final stop in Los Angeles speaking with Premiere Radio Networks and the TV Guide Channel.

“Ocean Wide” can be heard this Sunday Aug. 3 on Lifetime’s hit series Army Wives. Now in its second season, the series is the highest-rated show in the channel’s 24-year history. The episode will air at 10pm EST with encore presentations on Monday Aug. 4 at 8pm EST and Saturday Aug. 9 at 11pm EST.

Rachael Ray’s daytime television show used The After’s “Tonight” in May of this year as well. Winner of the 2008 Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Talk Show-Entertainment, Rachael Ray is a daily one-hour syndicated talk show in its third season and is watched by millions of viewers.

“One Moment Away” from the band’s sophomore record will be used to promote the new season of Dr. Phil. Now preparing for its seventh season since the show’s launch in 2002, the show’s advertisement can be seen starting next week.

The Afters visited key mainstream radio markets in June such as Chicago, Denver, Albuquerque and Charlotte on a promo tour in support of their Hot AC single “Never Going Back to Ok.” The band’s final stop in Los Angeles included an interview on the nationally syndicated Premiere Radio Network’s Daily Music News and an interview with the TV Guide Channel. To view The Afters’ segment on TV Guide’s broadband channel visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoiBbe-Bx1E

"Never Going Back To Ok" is presently being promoted to the Hot AC format. Stations currently playing the track include KVLY/McAllen, TX, KSII/El Paso, TX, KLCA/Reno, NV, KLTG/Corpus Christi, TX and WAYV/Atlantic City, NJ.

The band was also on the July 30 edition of the nationally syndicated morning radio program The Bob and Sheri Show. Though based in Charlotte, NC, the program runs live on over 60 stations nationwide. To listen to The Afters’ segment on the show, you can visit: http://bobandsheri.1079thelink.com/archive/audio.cfm;jsessionid=a630cb9dce69764b14f45d612a6952c76284?ID=1051

“Never Going Back to Ok” entered the Billboard Top 200 at #41 and the Contemporary Christian SoundScan charts at #1 selling 15,856 units. In digital sales, the project entered at #1 for Christian SoundScan album and track sales plus hit as high as #14 on the iTunes® overall digital chart and #4 on their digital Rock chart. “We Are The Sound” from the new record was also used in promotion for last season’s American Idol with the viral video for “MySpace Girl” being featured on E! News, Seventeen.com and TV Guide Channel’s website.

Releasing their debut project “I Wish We All Could Win” in 2005, The Afters received top attention from their fans and media outlets. The Afters’ music has appeared on the networks of MTV, mtvU, ABC Family and E! News as well as on HOT AC and VH-1 radio along with outlets such as Billboard, BOP and Popstar. The MTV college network and mtvU have been strong supporters of the band as their music video for “Beautiful Love” was awarded with an mtvU Award for Best Streaming Video in 2005. The Afters were awarded the Dove Award for “New Artist of the Year” (2006), and has had over 250,000 downloads to date. The foursome composed of Josh Havens, Matt Fuqua, Brad Wigg and Marc Dodd, met while working at a Starbucks in Mesquite, Texas.

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Fee’s “All Because of Jesus Complete EP” will be sold exclusively on iTunes ® starting this Tuesday June 24. Along with two versions of “All Because of Jesus” including an acoustic and radio mix, the EP will also contain a live performance video as well as words from lead singer Steve Fee. The complete EP from the INO Records’ band will be a worship resource kit. The hit radio single “All Because of Jesus” reached the No. 1 spot on the R&R AC Indicator and remains in the top 5 on both the R&R and CRW AC radio charts.

FEE, known across worship circuits world wide, released their debut INO project & GMA DOVE Nominated “We Shine” in September ’07. Endorsed by the likes of MercyMe’s Bart Millard, Casting Crown’s Mark Hall and author David Nasser, FEE has also received praise from visionary, architect & director of the Passion Conferences Louie Giglio saying “Steve Fee has a unique voice in the world of worship, effectively leading a new generation to live in a story so much bigger than their own … ‘We Shine’ is one of the best worship projects of the year.” As part of the Passion Conferences with Louie Giglio and Chris Tomlin, FEE has worshipped with and performed in front of thousands. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Steve Fee still leads worship at the North Point Community Church. # # # www.myspace.com/stevefee www.feeband.com