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Addison Road’s Stories Stirs Enthusiastic Response from Critics and Fans Alike
Posted July 02, 2010

Sophomore Release Skyrockets to No. 2 on iTunes Christian Chart


Nashville, TN… July 1, 2010… INO Records’ Dove nominated band Addison Road released their highly anticipated sophomore album Stories on June 22 and if the critics are any indication, Stories is exceeding everyone’s expectations:

“This is one of the top 5 albums of the year-a 5 star album.  If you liked Addison Road’s debut album, then you’ll absolutely LOVE Stories.  This is an excellent album and I can’t get enough of the musical hooks, Jenny’s vulnerable and sincere vocals and the extremely poignant lyrics.” -ChristianMusicReview.org

“Stories is an album that will likely bring Addison Road to the top of music charts in the Christian categories” –ChristianPost.com
 
“With Stories, Addison Road is poised to become the next MercyMe, and is quite likely soon to discover the rewards of perseverance. Very highly recommended.”  –The-Trades.com
 
“Addison Road transforms their tribulation into triumph on a healthy—and highly-anticipated—sophomore set.”-Christianitytoday.com
 
“Addison Road’s Stories is a disc of stories of faithfulness and brokenness and an overall great album.”-Hollywoodjesus.com
 

Fans are also fancying the new album as the record skyrocketed to No. 2 on iTunes ® Christian Chart and in the Top 50 Overall Albums Chart.
 
With their debut single “Fight Another Day” continuing to climb the charts, the song is currently No. 7 on Billboard’s CHR Chart, No. 16 on AC Indicator and in the Top 25 on AC Monitored.
 
The female-fronted band recently went out on the road to visit their friends at radio in major cities including Tulsa, OK, Indianapolis, and Chicago, while also hosting free concerts celebrating their album release. Additionally, they made time to stop by LeSea Broadcasting studios and performed a few of their new songs on “Live at Studio B.”
 
This fall, Addison Road will continue sharing their stories to audiences around the country on The Light Meets Dark Tour also featuring Tenth Avenue North and Matt Maher.
 
For more information on Addison Road please visit www.addisonroad.com.
 
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About Addison Road:
It has been two years since Texas natives Addison Road debuted with their self-titled record that garnered the band their first Dove nomination for Best New Artist, was featured as an iTunes ® Discovery Download and garnered 6 No. 1 singles.  
 
Already having shared the stage with star-studded acts such as MercyMe, Hawk Nelson, Jeremy Camp and more, on June 22, Addison Road will release their highly anticipated sophomore album Stories. Featuring songs with memorable hooks and driving beats, Simmons’ vocal abilities continue to impress, lending an honest and authentic voice to lyrics that hit listeners with disarming relevance. The project's first single, “Fight Another Day,” written by Grammy winner and music veteran, TobyMac, is already at No. 7 on CHR, No. 16 on AC Indicator and No. 22 on AC Monitored. For more information on Addison Road, please visit www.addisonroad.com.
Building 429 Headlines 2nd Annual Summerfest Tour with New Partner Food For The Hungry
Posted July 01, 2010

Special Guests Include Britt Nicole, Mikeschair and Finding Favour

Nashville, Tenn.…June 30, 2010… Back by popular demand, Building 429’s Annual Summerfest Tour kicks off July 6 in Dodge City, Kansas with the support of Christian radio partners in each market. This year the tour is partnering with Food for the Hungry, and also features the talents of Britt Nicole, Mikeschair and special guests Finding Favour.

 After ending a month-long Canadian tour in June, headlining act Building 429 recently traveled to Haiti joining Food For The Hungry to aid in earthquake relief efforts. So moved by what they saw and the Haitian people they met, Summerfest 2010 is partnering with Food For The Hungry to seek child sponsorships specifically in Haiti, which aid children who have been displaced by the 2010 earthquake.

 “After being in Haiti just a couple months ago, the work of Food For The Hungry has rooted itself even deeper in our hearts,” said Building 429’s front man Jason Roy. “We’re proud to be partnering with them on this upcoming summer tour, working to save the lives of thousands of Haitian children. Spreading the mission of Food For The Hungry is an honor and we are excited to do it on the Summerfest 2010 tour.”

 Summerfest 2010 runs through August 20, visiting 13 cities. Tickets for the family-friendly event are available at the door for the low cost of $5, except for a few select markets. For more information about Food For The Hungry’s Summerfest 2010 tour, visit the tour website at www.FHSummerFest.com.


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Summerfest 2010 Tour Dates:

July 6 – Dodge City, KS
July 7 – Amarillo, TX
July 9 – Lubbock, TX
July 13 – West Columbia, SC
July 14 – Winston-Salem, NC
July 20 – Shreveport, LA
July 21 – Birmingham, AL
July 23 – Monroe, MS
July 24 – Picayune, MS
August 5 – Panama City, FL
August 6 – Charlotte, NC
August 19 – Princeton, WA
August 20 – Waynesboro, VA
 
*all dates subject to change.


Building 429
Building 429 has had a history of success with the release of three albums, and now the rock band has joined forces with INO Records for their fourth studio record which became available in stores last year. 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 Food For The Hungry:
Since 1971, Food for the Hungry has boldly served and spoken out for the poor. Food for the Hungry is more than a relief and development organization; they are tested, trusted and innovative partner who respectively walks with the poor in more than 26 countries worldwide while intentionally reflecting the love of Jesus. For more information, please visit www.fh.org

About Britt Nicole:
Hailing from Salisbury NC, pop-rock artist Britt Nicole burst onto the Christian music scene in 2007 with her Sparrow Records debut, Say It. The finely crafted pop collection produced 3 Top 10 radio singles “You,” “Set the World on Fire,” and “Believe,” while earning Britt a slot on “The Winter Jam 2007 Tour” and Superchick’s spring 2008 “Cross The Line Tour.” Her songs have been featured on LucasArt’s Thrillville 2 video game, “Legally Blonde 3” DVD, MTV’s “The Hills,” and most recently heard during three episodes of NBC’s The Biggest Loser and featured on the soundtrack for new family friendly film “Ice Castles.” In addition, Britt’s “Welcome to the Show” will be heard on televisions across the country during ABC Family’s “Campus Crush” promo, highlighting their series TV shows, original movie and acquitted movies. Britt’s sophomore project, The Lost Get Found, (Aug. 11, 2009) produced by Robert Marvin (Mat Kearney, tobyMac) and Dan Muckala (Brandon Heath, Backstreet Boys), debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart, No. 62 on the Billboard 200, went straight to No. 1 on iTunes’ Christian/Gospel Top Albums chart, and peaked in the Top 10 on iTunes Top 100 albums chart. The album’s lead single, “The Lost Get Found,” rocketed to No. 1 on the Radio & Records CHR chart, spending eight consecutive weeks in the top position while climbing to No. 1 on iTunes’ Christian/Gospel Top Songs chart as well. For more information about Britt Nicole, please visit www.myspace.com/brittnicolemusic


About MIKESCHAIR:

This is a band well-known for infectious songs that inspire action to change the world through love. Partnering with organizations and utilizing mikestable at many of their shows, it is the band's hope for people to be aware of what's going on in the world in terms of need, to give them empowerment, while also give options. Audiences are welcomed to visit mikestable, which is dedicated to offering information for various causes such as Food for the Hungry, IJM, Love 146 and much more.

MIKESCHAIR is managed by Creative Trust, Inc., and booked by Jeff Roberts & Associates, both located in the Nashville, TN area. www.MIKESCHAIR.com


About Finding Favour:
Hailing from Vidalia, GA, five-piece pop-rock band Finding Favour was formed in 2005.  Averaging over 120 dates per year, they have performed at numerous camps, youth events, conferences, and festivals over the past five years.  The band recently recorded a 3-song EP with award-winning producer Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, Leeland). For more information, please visit www.findingfavour.com


MercyMe’s ‘Lovewell Streak’ Continues
Posted June 21, 2010

“All of Creation” Holds No. 1 Spot
For Over 11 Weeks At Radio
 
The Generous Mr. Lovewell Holds No. 1 At Retail
 
Lovewell Phenomenon Continues to Spread Around the Country Via CNN, Billboard, Hollywood Reporter and More
 

Nashville, TN…June 17, 2010…The MercyMe ‘lovewell streak’ continues for the multi-platinum selling band who reaches another career high as their current single “All of Creation,” holds its spot at No. 1 on the AC radio chart for its 11th consecutive week, making it the longest run at radio in their career. The chart-topping track is the first single from the band’s latest album The Generous Mr. Lovewell, which debuted at No. 3 on Billboard’s Top 200 Chart, making it their highest sales debut ever. In addition to selling nearly 90k units in its first week, the album has remained the No. 1 selling album in its genre for an uninterrupted seven weeks.
 
Recently seen on the cover of the June issue of CCM’s Digital Issue, CNN.com and Billboard also spoke with MercyMe about the lovewellI phenomenon. It is a movement that the band is not just talking about, but living out.
 
Following recent visits to the West Coast partnering with local radio stations and serving at Rescue Missions, assisting with can food drives and helping restore a car in Vegas, the Grammy nominated band partnered with God’s Pit Crew, a non-profit disaster relief organization, and WPAR-FM in Danville, VA to help rebuild a home for local resident Ms. Jewel and her family. After a surgery in 2002 that caused trauma to Ms. Jewel brain, she is unable to walk without assistance and lives in an unstable home caring for her three children. MercyMe, God’s Pit Crew volunteers and WPAR-FM invited the community to get involved as they kicked off a summer long project to rebuild the house in its entirety making it it handicap accessible while also leaving the family mortgage free.
 
While the band is encouraging all to lend a helping hand, the raving reviews continue to pour in showing support for the new record including from The Hollywood Reporter, Breathecast.com, HollywoodJesus.com and more:
 
“MercyMe's sixth studio album, ‘The Generous Mr. Lovewell,’ is a beautifully executed set that celebrates how the power of love can change the world.”-TheHollywoodReporter.com  
 
“The music through whole project 'The Generous Mr. Lovewell' is dynamic and upbeat drums make you move along with the tracks. Well done MercyMe!” -Breathecast.com
 
“The Generous Mr. Lovewell, continues the band’s trend of focused lyrics, Christ-centered themes, and infectious music.”-HollywoodJesus.com
 
MercyMe will be performing some of their new material from The Generous Mr.Lovewell at various summer festivals and fairs including the Life & Faith Tour, Harvest Crusade, NewSong Festival and more. For more information on MercyMe and their summer dates please visit  www.mercyme.org.

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Since their debut in 2001, Grammy-nominated, American Music Award and multiple GMA Dove Award winners MercyMe have sold over 5.5 million units in CD and DVD sales, while being 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 2009 BILLBOARD named MercyMe's "Word Of God Speak" the #1 Song of The Decade and the group the #1 Christian Songs Artist of the Decade, with an additional #1 as the Christian AC Song Artist of The Decade as one of the industry's most notable talents. MercyMe recently made history as “I Can Only Imagine” surpassed 1 million digital downloads, making it the first song in Christian music to go platinum in the digital domain. The multi-platinum selling band  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’ The Early Show, and on the pages of Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times, USA Today, Billboard, and more.   
 
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Food For the Hungry Presents the “Summer Block Party” Tour Featuring 33Miles and Aaron Shust
Posted June 15, 2010

Newcomers Among the Thirsty and NewFire Also Set to Join 15-date Tour

Nashville, Tenn. June 10, 2010... 33Miles and Aaron Shust are preparing to co-headline Food for the Hungry’s “Summer Block Party Tour,” a festival style concert kicking off on June 16 with tickets for only $5 at the door (there are no advance ticket sales). Among The Thirsty and NewFire are also set to perform with Pocket Full of Rocks appearing at select shows.

Adding to their long time relief and development work with the poor in more than 26 countries, Food for the Hungry will also be seeking child sponsorships on the tour to aid children in Haiti who have been displaced by the 2010 earthquake.

“We are thrilled to team up and hit the road with Aaron Shust, Among The Thirsty and NewFire,” says 33Miles’ Jason Barton. “This will surely be a powerful and fun tour. Plus, the work of Food For The Hungry speaks for itself, we are proud to partner with them on this tour to bring aid to thousands of Haitian children. The mission of child sponsorship is always one that has been close to our hearts. Partnering in ministry with Food For The Hungry is an honor.”

The 12-city tour is also partnering with local Christian radio in each market including KZKZ Ft. Smith, KXOJ Tulsa, WBGL Champaign, IL, Shine FM Chicago and American Family Radio to put on the event. The tour will start in Gulfport, Miss. and will finish on July 31 in Flint, Mich. (tour schedule is listed below).

For more information about the tour, visit www.FHSummerBlockParty.com. To learn more about Food For The Hungry, please visit www.fh.org

More about 33Miles:
33Miles is preparing to release their third studio album and a Christmas project at the end of this year. After logging in over 120,000 miles (not including air travel), performing at over 200 churches, garnering radio hits and a 2008 Dove nomination for “New Artist of the Year,” 33Miles released their sophomore record One Life on Sept. 16, 2007 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 celebrated one of the highest-selling freshman albums of 2007 with their GMA Dove nominated project 33Miles.

More about Aaron Shust:
The author of one of Christian music’s biggest songs, “My Savior, My God,” Aaron Shust has established himself as one of Christian music’s core artists. He has received Dove Awards for “Song of the Year,” “Songwriter of the Year,” and “New Artist of the Year” from the Gospel Music Association. Also, between his first two projects, Shust has sold over 300,000 CDs, more than 500,000 digital downloads, and garnered a #1 radio single, along with five Top Ten radio singles.  He has toured and performed extensively both as a headliner and a guest of artists such as MercyMe, Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns, Jeremy Camp, and others.

More about Food for the Hungry:
Since 1971, Food for the Hungry has boldly served and spoken out for the poor. Food for the Hungry is more than a relief and development organization; they are tested, trusted and innovative partner who respectively walks with the poor in more than 26 countries worldwide while intentionally reflecting the love of Jesus. For more information, please visit www.fh.org

More about Among the Thirsty:
Among the Thirsty has been working hard performing and Leading Worship all across the country over the last 4 years. In 2009 the band released their radio single "I'd Need a Savior", which quickly climbed the Christian music charts. Once referred to as "The Beatles of Christian Music" by Jon Rivers of 20 the Countdown Magazine ,  Among the Thirsty's energetic performance, and dynamic Worship are not soon to be forgotten.

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www.FHSummerBlockParty.com

Tour Dates:
*All dates subject to change. Please visit www.FHSummerBlockParty.com for most updated schedule.
6/16 – Gulfport, MS*
6/17 – Pace, FL*
6/19 – Logan, WV+
6/23 – St. John, IN (Chicago area)
7/15 – Ft. Smith, AR
7/16 – Wichita, KS
7/17 – Tulsa, OK
7/27 – Paducah, KY
7/28 – Wayne City, IL
7/29 – Terre Haute, IN
7/30 – Decatur, IL
7/31 – Flint, MI+

*Pocket Full of Rocks appearing
+Aaron Shust not appearing
Addison Road Share Their Stories, New Sophomore Release Available June 22
Posted June 08, 2010

It has been two years since Texas natives Addison Road made their debut with their self-titled record home of the hits ”All That Matters,” “What Do I know of Holy,” and “Hope Now.” Now on June 22, the Dove nominated band will release their highly anticipated sophomore album Stories.
SKILLET TO JOIN CREED ON “THE 20-10 TOUR"
Posted May 07, 2010

MercyMe’s The Generous Mr. Lovewell Gets Love from Retail, Radio, Critics and Fans Alike
Posted May 07, 2010

PHILLIPS, CRAIG & DEAN NAB “INSPIRATIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR” AT 41ST ANNUAL GMA DOVE AWARDS
Posted April 27, 2010

Trio Also Performs Award-winning “Revelation Song” with Kari Jobe During Televised Awards Show

 

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MERCYME MAKES HISTORY AS “I CAN ONLY IMAGINE” SURPASSES 1 MILLION DOWNLOADS
Posted April 22, 2010

FIRST SONG IN CHRISTIAN MUSIC GENRE TO GO
 PLATINUM IN DIGITAL MARKET
 
ALL THAT IS WITHIN ME RECIEVES GOLD CERTIFICATION

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THE AFTERS’ LAND SPOT ON “SECRETS OF THE MOUNTAIN” SOUNTRACK HELMED BY GRAMMY ® AWARD WINNING PRODUCER AND AMERICAN IDOL JUDGE RANDY JACKSON
Posted April 14, 2010

Third Studio Album Light Up the Sky Set For Fall Release Date Nashville, Tenn. April 14, 2010… The Afters’ “Never Going Back to OK” will be featured on the upcoming soundtrack of the family friendly film “Secrets of the Mountain.” Hand-picked for the soundtrack by GRAMMY ® Award winning producer and music supervisor for the film and soundtrack, Randy Jackson, The Afters’ music will be featured with the likes of Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Jordin Sparks and more on the soundtrack.<p>

To hear more about the film from Jackson, visit http://www.vocalpoint.com/secretsofthemountain/soundtrack.html. You can also check out http://www.vocalpoint.com/secretsofthemountain/home.html to watch a trailer of the film as well as find out more about their efforts to bring back family movie night.<p>

The “Secrets of the Mountain” will debut on NBC Friday April 16 at 8pm EST/7pm CST. The movie focuses on a single mother who brings her family to a mountainside cabin. The film highlights values such as generosity, honesty and togetherness.<p>

The DVD version of the film bundled with the soundtrack will be available exclusively at Walmart.<p>

The Afters are currently working on their third studio project titled Light Up the Sky set to hit retailers on Aug. 24. “This record is new and exciting territory for us,” says Josh Havens, band front man. “We're thrilled with how the songs are turning out! I hope you guys are ready to join us on this journey.”<p>

Texas-based band The Afters were propelled into the national spotlight with their INO/Sony Music Label Group debut I Wish We All Could Win. The project spawned the swirling, melodic hit “Beautiful Love,” earning the band an enthusiastic following when the song was selected as the theme track for MTV’s “8th and Ocean”.  “Beautiful Love” was also the most downloaded track of 2006 on the iTunes ® Inspirational charts and garnered the band an mtvU award as well. With their debut exceeding the expectation, status quo simply would not do for their second album.  It is this powerful transformation that lies at the core of The Afters’ sophomore release Never Going Back To OK (INO/Columbia Records). Among a street week hit with placement in the Top 50 on the Billboard Top 200, Never Going Back to Ok proved to be sensation on the silver screen with Grey’s Anatomy (ABC), Dr. Phil, Army Wives (Lifetime) and Rachael Ray using music from The Afters’ sophomore project in promotion for their programming. A slew of media including Rolling Stone, Seventeen.com, E! News Live, TV Guide, Premiere Radio and more also picked up on covering The Afters’ latest releases as well.<p><p>

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http://www.myspace.com/theafters

http://twitter.com/theafters

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SKILLET’S EXPLOSIVE LIVE PERFORMANCE CAPTURED IN “AWAKE AND ALIVE” MUSIC VIDEO DEBUTING ON RANSOM.TV THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7
Posted April 07, 2010

Nashville, Tenn. April 6, 2010… Skillet’s new music video for their current hit Christian radio single “Awake and Alive,” from their latest and best selling album Awake, will debut exclusively this Wednesday, April 7 on the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s (BGEA) Ransom.tv. The song is currently top 5 on the CHR radio charts as well as No. 6 on the Christian Rock chart.

 

The new video was produced by BGEA, headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., and is based mostly on a live Skillet performance in Chattanooga, Tenn. with additional footage shot backstage by the band. Photos from the video shoot are currently available at www.facebook.com/WeAreRansom.

 

“Skillet is one of those unique bands who’ve been able to stretch beyond the Christian market and impact mainstream audiences,” explains Kevin Adamson, Ransom Producer and spokesperson. “These guys are passionate about the Gospel and living out their faith. This is why we hand-picked them for Ransom, and why we’re excited to debut this video.”

 

Ransom.tv aims to address some of life’s toughest questions with compelling content – in a format custom-designed for the “millennial” generation, ages 15-25. The site features videos, culturally relevant articles, testimonials, devotions and other engaging pieces on real topics to encourage a deeper relationship with Jesus.

 

As they close out the hugely successful AWAKE TONIGHT tour with TobyMac this week, Skillet will launch their next headline run, the  AWAKE & ALIVE Tour on April 15^th in Scranton, Pennsylvania continuing through late May, an updated tour schedule is listed below.

 

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

 

Ransom updates can also be found on Facebook (www.facebook.com/WeAreRansom), Twitter (http://twitter.com/WeAreRansom) and its YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/user/RansomTeeVee).

 

 

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About Skillet:

 

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. Already over 300k in scans in just 20 weeks (more than double that of the GOLD selling COMATOSE), "AWAKE" was Amazon.com’s best selling Christian CD of 2009, and boasts the No. 4 mainstream Active Rock single in the country with “Monster,” which was also AOL Music’s No. 4 mainstream rock song of last year, and the No. 1 Christian CHR & Rock single, “Hero,” which has been used all season long by the NFL in their, Sunday Night Football and NFL Weekend Kickoff promos.

 

 

 

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.”

 

About BGEA:

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) proclaims the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world by every effective means available. From its headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., BGEA directs a wide range of domestic and international ministries, including: large-scale festivals led by evangelists Franklin Graham and Will Graham; Dare to Be a Daniel, a youth evangelism training project; My Hope World Evangelism Through Television; the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team of crisis-trained chaplains; and many others through print, television, telephone, radio and the Internet. For more information, please visit www.billygraham.org. Get BGEA news updates on Twitter @ Twitter.com/BGEAMediaPR.

 

current Skillet tour schedule

 

* all dates subject to change, for most updated tour information, visit myspace.com/skilletmusic

 

Apr 1 2010 7:00P

Awake Tonight Tour- UNO Lakefront Arena New Orleans, Louisiana

Apr 2 2010 7:00P

Awake Tonight Tour- Oil Palace Tyler, Texas

Apr 3 2010 7:00p

Awake Tonight Tour - Mississippi Coliseum Jackson, Mississipp

Apr 8 2010 7:00P

Awake Tonight Tour - Chrysler Hall Norfolk, Virginia

Apr 9 2010 7:00P

Awake Tonight Tour - Big Sandy Superstore Arena Huntington, West Virginia

Apr 10 2010 8:30P

Awake Tonight Tour - Liberty University Lynchburg, Virginia

Apr 11 2010 6:00p

Awake Tonight Tour - Asheville Civic Center Asheville, North Carolina

Apr 15 2010 8:00p

Awake & Alive Tour- Scranton Cultural Center Scranton, Pennsylvania

Apr 17 2010 12:00P

Richmond Raceway Complex Richmond, Virginia

Apr 18 2010 6:00P

Bojangles Coliseum Charlotte, North Carolina

Apr 20 2010 7:30P

1st Bank Center Broomfield, Colorado

Apr 23 2010 7:30P

Awake & Alive Tour at Campbell University Buies Creek, North Carolina

Apr 24 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - USC Aiken Convocation Center Aiken, South Carolina

Apr 25 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - Saenger Theater Pensacola, Florida

Apr 29 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour-Cajundome Convention Center Lafayette, LA

Apr 30 2010 5:15P

Toad Suck Daze Conway, Arkansas

May 1 2010 7:00P

Agape Festival-Greenville College Greenville, Illinois

May 2 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - ASU Convocation Center Jonesboro, Arkansas

May 4 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour- Fort Smith Convention Center Fort Smith

May 6 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour- Hartman Arena Park City, Kansas

May 7 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - Dodge City Civic Center Dodge City, Kansas

May 8 2010 5:30P

Gwazi Fied - Busch Gardens Tampa, Florida

May 9 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - Kansas Expocentre Topeka, Kansas

May 11 2010 7:00P

Bismarck Civic Center Bismarck, North Dakota

May 13 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Rapid City, South Dakota

May 15 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour -Urban Plains Center Fargo, North Dakota

May 16 2010 3:00P

Balloon Classic Field-KAZR’s Lazerfest 2010 Indianola, Iowa

May 20 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - Dow Event Center Saginaw, Michigan

May 21 2010 7:00P

Awake & Alive Tour - Michigan State University Concert Auditorium East Lansing, Michigan

May 22 2010 5:00P

Columbus Crew Stadium- Rock on the Range 2010 Columbus, Ohio

May 23 2010 4:00P

WMMRBQ - Susquehanna Bank Center Camden, New Jersey

May 28 2010 8:30P

Spirit West Coast - Del Mar Fairgrounds Del Mar, California

May 30 2010 5:00P

YC Alberta 2010 Edmonton, Alberta

Jun 12 2010 8:00P

Elitch Arena - Elitch Gardens Denver, Colorado

Jun 17 2010 7:00P

Atlantafest Stone Mountain, Georgia

Jun 18 2010 9:30P

Ichthus Wilmore, Kentucky

Jun 19 2010 7:00P

Magic Springs Park Hot Springs, Arkansas

Jun 25 2010 9:30P

Alive Festival 2010-Atwood Lake Park Mineral City, Ohio

Jul 1 2010 10:00P

Cornerstone Festival Bushnell, Illinois

Jul 3 2010 7:00P

Creation Festival East Shirleysburg, Pennsylvania

Jul 8 2010 9:00P

Kings Fest - Kings Dominion Doswell, Virginia

Jul 10 2010 9:30P

Lifest - Sunnyview Fairgrounds Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Jul 17 2010 9:30P

Sonshine Festival Willmar, Minnesota

Jul 23 2010 8:00P

Timber Linn Park Albany, Oregon

Jul 24 2010 7:00P

Creation Fest West Enumclaw, Washington

Jul 31 2010 6:00P

One Voice :: Six Flags Over Texas Arlington, Texas

Aug 3 2010 9:30P

Kingdom Bound Festival Darien Center, New York

Aug 6 2010 9:00P

Rock The Desert Festival Field Midland, Texas

Aug 7 2010 7:00P

Rock The River West -Thunderbird Stadium Vancouver, British Columbia

Aug 21 2010 7:00P

Rock The River West - Canadian Olympic Park Calgary, Alberta

Aug 28 2010 7:00P

Rock The River - Billy Graham Evangelistic Assoc. Edmonton, Alberta

Sep 4 2010 7:00P

Revelation Generation Festival Frenchtown, New Jersey

Sep 5 2010 7:00P

Youth Front- Rock the Light Festival Shawnee Mission, Kansas

Sep 10 2010 10:15P

Rock The Universe - Universal Studios Orlando, Florida

Sep 18 2010 7:00P

Uprise Festival - Shippensburg Fair Grounds Shippensburg, Pennsylvania

Sep 25 2010 6:00P

Harvest Crusades - Allstate Arena Rosemont, Illinois

Addison Road Lives To Fight Another Day Receives Outpouring Of Support In Wake Of Recent Tour RV and Trailer Fire
Posted March 23, 2010

• Cover the unexpected rental cars, hotel fees, and RV maintenance, which preceded and directly followed the fire.
• Paying for new band merchandise
• Covering the cost of new gear and sound equipment
• A new vehicle

33MILES EXTENDS SUCCESSFUL “ONE LIFE TOUR” INTO 2010, Pocket Full of Rocks and Kimber Rising Join Touring Bill
Posted March 23, 2010

 Nashville, TN – March 18, 2010 – GMA Dove Award nominated band, 33Miles, is announcing the spring leg of its highly successful, fall 2009 “One Life Tour.” 33Miles will be joined by worship band Pocket Full of Rocks, who released their third studio project “More Than Noise” on March 2 , as well as newcomers Kimber Rising.
CHASEN LANDS iTunes ® DISCOVERY DOWNLOAD SPOT WITH “CASTAWAY”
Posted March 23, 2010

Band’s INO Records Debut Release That Was Then, This Is Now Draws Acclaim

“Castaway,” off of Chasen’s  March 9 release of That Was Then, This Is Now, will be featured as today's free Discovery Download on iTunes ®, and is available for one week only!

To download the song, visit http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/castaway/id363323286?i=358462250.

For Chasen Discovery Download web banners, go to http://www.inorecords.com/banners/chasen/DiscoveryDownload.html .

To hear the story behind “Castaway,” check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCQTNbfYyp8.

The coveted iTunes ® spot comes just weeks after Chasen released their debut project with INO to much critical support. Below is just a sample of what the reviews are saying.

“One of 2010’s Most Likely To Succeed” – CCM Magazine

“I have no doubt that That Was Then This Is Now will occupy a prominent place in your top albums of 2010 by the end of the year.” - Christian Music Review

“I won’t be surprised if there’s a New Artist of the Year nomination for this worthy band.” - Alpha Omega News

“That Was Then, This Is Now could prove to be the beginning of something rather special.” - The Christian Manifesto

“... the success of this CD is more than assured.” - Plugged Music Reviews

“That Was Then, This Is Now is a strong pop album to close out the Winter.” 4 out of 5 stars – Jesus Freak Hideout

“When the CD hits the stores in Mid March, run, don’t walk, and go get it. You won’t be sorry.” - Extant Magazine

“Highly talented band with a stunning array of songs in their arsenal. Instantly enjoyable, Chasen Callahan's vocals are a pleasure to listen to. What a stunning album.” - Louder Than The Music

The record, co-produced with Rob Hawkins (Fireflight), features 10 personal tracks, most written by band front man Chasen Callahan who has penned songs for Addison Road and Stellar Kart among others. In addition to “Castaway,” the new album features “Slow Down,” “Love In Your Name” and “On and On” which was No. 1 on the CHR radio chart for over a month.

The band will also be joining Kutless for the “It Is Well Tour” starting in April. For a complete list of tour dates, visit http://www.chasenmusic.com/tour.php.

Chasen is comprised of Chasen Callahan, Evan Silver, Aaron Lord and Jared Barber. Callahan entered the music scene after nearly a decade of service as a worship pastor. The Greenville, South Caroline based band released their first independent project Shine Through the Stars in 2008 and experienced solid radio success with two songs landing in the Top 5,“Crazy Beautiful” and “Drown.

 
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MERCYME ENCOURAGES “ALL OF CREATION” TO ‘LOVE WELL’ WITH RELEASE OF “THE GENEROUS MR. LOVEWELL” ON MAY 4
Posted February 16, 2010

2/10/10

Multi-platinum and award-winning band MercyMe is encouraging “All Of Creation” to “love well” with their upcoming studio album “The Generous Mr. Lovewell” (INO Records), scheduled to arrive May 4th nationwide.                                          

“The album, “The Generous Mr. Lovewell,” revolves around a fictional character we created who reminds us that we simply need to love others well,” explains MercyMe frontman Bart Millard. “For some of us, it means that we need to put hands and feet on our ideology and rhetoric. For others, it means that we need to continue in doing well, but to not stop there. We need to let people know why we are called to make a difference. Our prayer is that this album would mobilize the body of Christ to encourage people in word and deed.”

MercyMe recently had the opportunity to share this concept as they personally premiered their first single, “All of Creation” to radio stations across the U.S. The band split up into three teams of two, making stops at major market stations such as K-LOVE, Z88 in Orlando, The Fish Los Angeles, KCMS in Seattle, WCSG in Grand Rapids and dozens more.

Produced by Brown Bannister and Dan Muckala, the project features 11 tracks, and with each member sending regular tweets throughout the recording, photo shoots and more, fans have been able to stay connected to the process.  The band plans to continue this process, and has already posted YouTube videos talking about the idea behind Mr. Lovewell and the new single:

Millard Describes the idea behind “The Generous Mr. Lovewell”-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS4Q8xiP6N8

Millard Introduces “All Of Creation”-
http://www.youtube.com/user/INORecords#p/a/u/0/q-tywXLREik

“We as a band are all very excited about “The Generous Mr. Lovewell,” continues Millard. “And hopefully it will create a movement of encouraging people to make a difference in the world whether it’s helping your neighbor or just loving each other.”

Also this spring, fans can catch MercyMe on the Rock And Worship Roadshow as they travel across the country alongside fellow acts David Crowder*Band, Family Force 5, Francesca Battistelli, Fee, Remedy Drive and Sidewalk Prophets. To see if the tour is coming to a city nearby please visit: www.rockandworshiproadshow.com.

For more information on MercyMe and “The Generous Mr. Lovewell,” please go to www.mercyme.org or www.mrlovewell.com, or via Twitter @MrLovewell.

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