Music

As a follow-up to his back-to-back #1 radio singles “Running Back to You” and “Counting My Blessings”, Seph Schlueter brings us, “Won’t Start Now”.  The track is part of Schlueter's long-awaited debut album, Counting My Blessings, from Provident Entertainment. 

See for yourself why Seph's music has enjoyed such success, when you watch "Won't Start Now"...

In this fascinating documentary, Historians and Archeologists turn to Christian singer/writer Chris Tomlin to help bring an ancient piece of Egyptian hymnody to life.  The end product connects music, faith and history!

In Theatres From Fathom Entertainment March 24 & 26

Worship leader Hope Darst pens a song that is not just for worship, but also for intercession.  The end result is a powerful message that calls upon the Name above all names! 

Watch her video for "Mighty Name of Jesus"....

Jeremy Camp has come up with the perfect song for when life is too much to handle!  "Out of My Hands" is a release of circumstances to the One who authors the circumstances AND their conclusion!

Here's Jeremy's lyric video of "Out of My Hands" 

Now in its 11th year, TobyMac swings 2026 wide open with his Hits Deep 2026 Tour.  Featuring Crowder, and Jeremy Camp, the tour will cover over 30 dates across the country.

See if he's coming to your town!

Top worship artist Brandon Lake teams up with chart-topping country artist Jelly Roll to produce a gritty song of triumph over the hardest storms in life. 

A powerhouse collaboration to proclaim a hard-fought victory.  Watch their performance of "Hard-Fought Hallelujah", and embrace the challenges that you've won! 

A soulful rendition of an Elton John classic wowed the judges on The Voice. This young man’s performance of a beloved tune left the judges stunned and battling one another to add him to their team. Watch the short but delightful clip to hear the talented young musician’s rendition of Elton John’s “Bennie and the Jets.”

Everyone wants to be a musician, a singer, up on stage playing in front of and entertaining a roaring, cheering crowd of adoring fans. Of course, while that may be the dream for many, not everyone has the talent to make that a reality. Shows like American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice make that abundantly clear. Some get through the audition phase, but many more do not and are sent home empty-handed.

However, while talent is most definitely a prerequisite for making it past the audition stage, those aspiring musicians must have something more. There has to be something present, something they have or do that sets them apart from the rest of the crowd. Oftentimes, that something different is how they perform and change up a timeless tune, a song that everyone knows and loves. That is precisely what happened in the case of one young man who appeared on The Voice.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Lucas West went on The Voice and performed Elton John’s 1973 hit “Bennie and the Jets.” But instead of doing a simple cover, a boring, carbon copy replica of the original, he did something entirely different.

He took the familiar tune into a jazzy direction. It was still the same song, but with a slightly different sound, and it paid off greatly for him. Moments into his performance, Adam Levine and John Legend flipped their chairs around for the young man.

Adam and John went back and forth, stating why they would be the best coach for him. Eventually, the 20-year-old selected John Legend as his coach.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Crowder opens up about the powerful, hopeful message in his song, “Still.” The popular Christian music artist shared how “Still” is a wonderful reminder that regardless of our broken state, God is never-changing and will love us, "still". 

Watch as Crowder shares the message in "Still," and how it’s something that we can hold onto regardless of what we’re going through.

English street busker Leire is back with another song. Her stunning cover of Dolly Parton’s “Here You Come Again” performed on the street will lift your spirits. Play the video to hear the unique and bright song cover. 

Leire starts off her song on what looks to be a busy and cold morning on a London street corner. As she stands with her guitar in hand with her mic hooked up, her rich voice completely fills the street. 

Her cover is much different than Dolly’s original song, but it’s still bright and shiny. Though it doesn’t sound much like Dolly’s peppy piano version, I think she’d be proud to hear Leire sing her song. The young woman has a magical charm to her voice that draws people in. 

People line up on the cobblestones just to hear her voice and see her perform. She’s a wonder to behold. Some of the song’s lyrics she sings are: 

Just when I'm about to make it work without you
You look into my eyes
And lie those pretty lies
And pretty soon I'm wondering' how I came to doubt you

The 1977 hit is one of Parton’s only songs that she didn’t write herself, but it’s the first single of hers to sell over 1 million copies. It was written by Cynthia Weil and Gary Klein. 

“Gary Klein, I think, was producing Dolly Parton, and he heard it, and he loved it. Dolly, who was so gracious and adorable thanks us every time she sees us, for the song,” Cynthia said. 

“At the time, she felt it might be a little too slick and might cost her some of her country fans,” she continued. “But she was talked into doing it and now she’s thrilled that she did.”

And the world is, too! It’s a beautiful song

Jim Croce turned in a flawless “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim” performance. This dazzling, immensely enjoyable clip of the late singer-songwriter performing arguably his most iconic, memorable tune is one you’ll find yourself returning to over and over again. Watch the short but delightful video to see and listen to Jim perform “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim.”

Songwriting is an undervalued and underestimated talent. When it comes to the musical arts, everyone wants to be on stage belting out lyrics, shredding on the guitar or banging around on the drums. And those desires and aspirations are all well and good, but if the lyrics and notes weren’t first written down, there would be nothing for anyone else to do.

It all starts with the songwriters, and within the last couple of decades, there have likely been no more recognizable and iconic singer-songwriters than Bob Dylan, John Denver and Jim Croce. All three have a way with words, effortlessly painting vivid pictures and telling memorable stories through their iconic lyrics. Many of their tunes have gone on to become classics, including “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim.”

In a clip posted on YouTube, Jim, with his unmistakable voice, performed his most beloved tune. It’s such an enjoyable performance, featuring such talent and artistry. If you’re not singing along and tapping your toe along within minutes after he starts singing and strumming on the guitar, there might be something seriously wrong with you.

In addition to his distinctive voice, another reason “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim” is such a classic is its unique, catchy chorus. You just don’t hear those kinds of lyrics in many songs.

“You don’t tug on Superman’s cape
You don’t spit into the wind
You don’t pull the mask off that Lone Ranger
And you don’t mess around with Jim”

Even if you’re not a Jim Croce fan or, for some reason, you don’t enjoy this song, you still have to appreciate the talent.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

GRAMMY-nominated artist Matthew West appeared on Fox News to talk about his new book, Don't Stop Praying, emphasizing the monumental importance of prayer.

We have that interview here!

Listen to this beautiful stripped-down rendition of the ABBA classic ‘Dancing Queen.’ The group performing in the video is IMY2, an independent rock band formed in 2019. The talented group is currently based in Nashville, TN, and the members include Annalise Mahanes, Cal Tucker, and Michael Monahan.

‘Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for a place to go
Where they play the right music
Getting in the swing, you come to look for a king’

What an incredible rendition of this classic ABBA song! ‘Dancing Queen’ was written by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, and Stig Anderson. The song was the lead single for ABBA’s fourth studio album, titled Arrival, which was released in 1976.

‘Dancing Queen’ received widespread critical acclaim upon release, and it also cemented ABBA as an international act. The song became a worldwide hit, and it is widely considered the band’s signature song. Billboard and Rolling Stone both ranked the song No. 1 on their lists of the greatest ABBA songs, and in 2023, it ranked No. 2 on Billboard's list of "The 500 Best Pop Songs".

As for the group IMY2, they are well-known for their YouTube channel, where they share both original music and high-quality covers of classic rock and pop songs. They did a fantastic job with their cover of ‘Dancing Queen,’ and many people online have praised the group’s music.

“What a stunning version of this iconic ABBA song stripped down to the angelic voice of Annalise and accompanying piano. I'm floored,” comments one person online.

“The glorious simplicity of Annalise's incredible voice and Cal's beautiful piano arrangement - pure artistry. Recorded right there in the living room. Thank you so much for this introspective approach to this classic,” writes another person.

We hope that you enjoyed listening to this wonderful rendition from IMY2 of ‘Dancing Queen’ today!

Check out this powerhouse performance from Lucy Thomas of ‘Climb Every Mountain’ from The Sound of Music. Lucy has an incredible voice and sounds lovely singing this beautiful ballad. We hope you enjoy this amazing rendition!

‘Climb every mountain, search high and low,
Follow every byway, every path you know.
Climb every mountain, ford every stream,
Follow every rainbow 'till you find your dream.’

What an incredible cover from Lucy of this beloved song! ‘Climb Every Mountain’ was written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein for the 1959 musical The Sound of Music.

In this rendition, Lucy’s voice sounds so angelic and warm. Her voice control, tone, and intonation are truly beyond compare. And many people shared online how much they admire Lucy and her musical talents.

“I’m not sure how much higher the bar can be raised, but I guess we will find out. The way she is able to connect with her audience is just amazing. I’m mesmerized every time I watch one of her videos. Another master class performance!” writes one person after watching the music video.

“What a beautiful song, provided to us by the magnificent Lucy Thomas. There is so much joy in this young lady, and I am glad she is there to provide it to the rest of us!” comments another person online.

Lucy Thomas is 21 years old and from Wigan, Lancashire, in England. She shares many recordings online, both covers and original songs, and has fans all over the world.

Lucy has used her beautiful voice to record multiple albums. Most recently, she released her fifth studio album titled ‘Beyond,’ following the release of her first four albums, ‘Premiere,’ ‘Encore,’ ‘Timeless,’ and ‘Destiny.’

We hope you enjoyed watching Lucy Thomas sing her amazing rendition of ‘Climb Every Mountain’ today!

Christian Music icon CeCe Winans is returning to the road in 2026 with an expanded chapter of her acclaimed More Than This Tour. 

See if she's coming to your city!

Christian artist and Pastor Tauren Wells was given the privilege of kicking off Easter season on the YouVersion bible app, with the introduction to Lent.

We have Tauren's devotional right here!

Gaither Vocal Band gives a stunning live cover of “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and it will make you feel all the lovey-dovey feelings. It’s a cover that’s so sweet and deep—you’ll fall right in. Play the video, lie back, and enjoy the wonderful experience.

The Elvis’ classic has very simple lyrics that aren’t very diverse, but it’s just simply one of the most lovely of songs, and the Gaither Vocal Band makes it sound all the lovelier with its cover. Some of the lyrics to “Can’t Help Falling in Love” are: 

Take my hand  
Take my whole life too  
For I can't help falling in love with you  
No I can't help falling in love with you

The men on the stage are in perfect harmony. And though the song only lasts three minutes, the deep, slow cover makes it feel longer, which is wonderful. The Gaither Vocal Band usually lends its voices to Gospel songs, but it’s also a treat to hear them cover something that Elvis sang. 

Elvis debuted “Can’t Help Falling in Love” in his movie, Blue Hawaii–his highest-grossing film. Since then, the famous singer ended most of his concerts with a performance of this song. The song has been popular at different times during the decades, and several singing competition contestants have used it to successfully win over judges and audiences. 

It will always be a lovely and romantic song that touches people’s hearts. Hearing it today will remind you of why it’s lasted so long. It’s simply a treasure. 

The Gaither Vocal Band enhances it with their rich voices and heartfelt delivery. They give the song a beautiful warmth that you can almost feel. Even Elvis, the King of Rock and Roll, would be proud, no doubt.

Prepare to be amazed by the talent of a young boy. Check out this young singer who wows Star Search judges with ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ cover.

As the video begins, Yair is singing the chorus. He has such a beautiful clarity in his young voice. This is a song that has been done many times; however, he has completely transformed it into his own unique version. 

This song naturally lifts anyone up, but his vocal flare and runs will completely soar. You will be in awe of this boy’s talent. As Yair sings about birds flying high, he will take you on a journey.

The lyrics say:

Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why, then, oh, why can’t I?

The judges rave over his performance. Chrissy Teigen is emotional and says that it was beautiful and his voice was pure. Jelly Roll gets the crowd guessing how many stars he gave this young man, and Sarah Michelle Gellar celebrates his song. 

You can see his parents are very excited about the positive response from the judges and audience. As you see how proud they are, may this remind you of how proud God is when we use our talents for His glory. 

Yair Keydar is only 12 years old and from Parkland, Florida. This young man has quite a career ahead of him on the stage. He truly does have amazing qualities. Yair is a star in the making with his effortless vocals, confidence, smile, and flair. You will enjoy every minute of his audition.

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” Colossians 3:23-24

It is always intriguing to see young talent come onto a global television stage. Watch as this 16-year-old stuns with her powerful voice on American Idol.

Kiera Howell is from Geneva, Alabama. She begins her audition on one of the largest stages with such confidence and poise. Her voice is so rich and has a unique strength. She sings, “Don’t Tread on Me” by We the Kingdom. 

She has incredible power and amazes the judges with her voice. They smile and laugh with excitement over her performance. You can tell immediately that they love her, and you will, too.

Kiera showcases her vocal abilities with an impressive moment when she holds an extended note. You will be in awe as she sings the note with such marvelous expertise. 

She has a country undertone to her voice, with a beautiful confidence in Jesus as she sings about the devil staying away. She even finishes with such vocal control. This young woman is gifted beyond her years.

The Chorus Sings:
Oh no, you've done it now
Gone against the King
Gone against the Crown
Said oh no, you've done it now
Time to feel the fire

After her audition, the judges share their thoughts. Carrie tells her that Kiera is versatile and that she likes her voice. Luke says that she may have broken a Carrie Underwood note-holding record. Carrie then compliments her song choice as well if she goes forward and gives her a wink. 

Kiera gets so excited. After the judges say yes to her to continue, the precious young woman cries with joy as she moves on with her golden ticket. 

This sweet girl reminds us to talk back to the Devil because we already have the victory in Jesus. May you be inspired and motivated to get in the game and stand firm in the faith today because Jesus is King.

“Then Jesus said to him, “Be gone, Satan! For it is written, ‘You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.’” Matthew 4:11

Filmed high in the quiet majesty of the Colorado mountains, singer Matthew Ward lifts his voice in a powerful new arrangement of the beloved “Easter Song.” 

Have you ever thought The Beatles’ “Yesterday” might benefit from a beat that’s a little more lively? Well, you’ve never heard “Yesterday” like this—the rockin' Beatles cover is fantastic. It’s an incredible version of the classic song.

The electric guitars and intense drumming in this four-member performance give the song an incredible rocking vibe. It’s even more impressive given that the group is fairly young—but they play with experience. They absolutely know what they’re doing.

The song arrangement is one of the best I’ve ever heard from a classic song redone. It reimagines “Yesterday” into something that will appeal to any rock or pop punk fan. The First to Eleven band doesn’t change any of the classic lyrics: 

Now I long for yesterday.
Yesterday love was such an easy game to play.
Now I need a place to hide away.
Oh, I believe in yesterday.

In this case, the tune came before the lyrics. The Beatles’ Paul McCartney says he dreamt of the tune while he slept. 

“I woke up with a lovely tune in my head. I thought, That’s great, I wonder what that is?” he recalled.

“There was an upright piano next to me, to the right of the bed by the window. I got out of bed, sat at the piano, found G, found F sharp minor seventh – and that leads you through then to B to E minor, and finally back to G,” he said. 

It truly is a wonderful song about heartbreak, regret, and wishing that you could go back to a happier place. It’s a feeling that everyone can resonate with. As First to Eleven has proven here, it’s not just great as a melancholy track but as a lively punk rock message, too. This song is one of those that will be around forever.