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Matt Maher’s “Lord I Need You”

Matt Maher was born and raised in Newfoundland, Canada. His parents recognized his musical talent, so they gave him piano lessons. He immersing himself in a broad variety of music such as jazz ensembles, singing in a choir, and playing in a garage rock band. Maher started his post-secondary studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland, but soon after received a scholarship from the Jazz Department at Arizona State University, so he moved to Phoenix, Arizona… … Continue reading →

Switchfoot’s “Love Alone is the Worth the Fight”

Switchfoot was founded in 1996 as Chin Up, consisting of Jon Foreman and his brother Tim, along with Chad Butler on drums. After playing only a few shows, the band was contacted by music industry veteran Charlie Peacock and eventually signed to his indie label Re:think Records under the current moniker, Switchfoot. Re:think went on to distribute the first three Switchfoot albums, The Legend of Chin, New Way to Be Human, and Learning to Breathe.… … Continue reading →

tobyMac’s “Speak Life”

TobyMac was one of the first and best-known Christian rappers. He was first known for being a member of the Christian vocal trio DC Talk, staying with them from 1987 until their announced hiatus in 2000. He has since continued a successful solo career with the release of five studio albums: Momentum (2001), Welcome to Diverse City (2004), Portable Sounds (2007), Tonight (2010), Eye on It (2012), as well as two remixed albums of the… … Continue reading →

Big Daddy Weave’s Single “The Only Name (Yours Will Be)”

Big Daddy Weave is composed of Mike Weaver (lead singer), Jay Weaver, Jeremy Redmon, and Joe Shirk. Their popular songs include: “Every Time I Breathe”, “Audience of One”, “In Christ”, “Fields of Grace”, “Without You”,”Redeemed”, and “What Life Would Be Like”. They are signed to Fervent Records. The band met while in college at the University of Mobile. Mike Weaver had been serving as worship leader of a Pensacola, Florida church and attending community college… … Continue reading →

Sidewalk Prophets and “Help Me Find It”

The band was formed by lead singer Dave Frey and rhythm guitarist Ben McDonald when the two were attending Indiana’s Anderson University. A demo they recorded was taken without their knowledge to a campus recording contest, which earned them a performance slot. That, in turn, led to radio program directors and record labels, and a chance encounter with Audio Adrenaline’s Will McGinnis gave Dave the chance to sing in front of 20,000. Meeting with a… … Continue reading →

How to find your local station

If you’re reading this, then there are two options: You live in a place that does not have a local WAY-FM station. You didn’t want to give us your ZIP code. If the first option is true, then welcome. We’re so glad you listen and came to visit us. If the second option is true, and you want to see what’s going on in your area (concerts, contests, service opportunities), then here’s what you do:… … Continue reading →

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