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Tenth Avenue North Says Jesus Did Not Call Us to Be Leaders

Jesus didn’t call us to be leaders. That’s what Mike Donehey from Tenth Avenue North says. Kind of an odd statement, right? In fact, Zach from The Wally Show disagrees. You can watch the first video of a new series for yourself where Mike explains what he means by this and how it’s the heartbeat of their latest song.   He says, “I cannot find one place where Jesus asks anyone to be a leader.… … Continue reading

What is the Best Response to These Tragic Headlines?

The news has been full of horrible headlines. We’re feeling this with you, but the question remains – how on earth do we respond? When Lauren Daigle wrote the song, “Trust in You,” she learned something that can help us today. She says, “I walk into the writing appointment and my friend is sitting there and he says, ‘Lauren can I tell you a story? …There’s this man that wen to help Mother Theresa and… … Continue reading

Christian Artists Respond with Wisdom to What Happened in Orlando

We woke up to more devastating headlines. This should not happen. And again, we ask ourselves the question – How on earth do we respond? The artists you hear on WAY-FM have been responding with wisdom. We don’t have all the answers, but here are some heartfelt reminders of truth as you think about this today. Sharing how to pray Our hearts and prayers go out to the people of Orlando. We pray that God… … Continue reading

5 Verses You Can Pray for Big Daddy Weave and Friends Who are Hurting

The band Big Daddy Weave could use our prayers. This past week, the guitar player in the band, Jay Weaver (pictured on the far right), got some devastating health news. Due to an infection in his legs, both feet had to be amputated. It can be hard to know how to pray in situations like this one, yet, it can seem like there are people hurting everywhere we turn. That’s when we turn to God’s Word… … Continue reading

Who Knew Being a Paramedic Would Make Ryan Stevenson a Great Songwriter?

This may surprise you, but before Ryan Stevenson was signed to a record label, he worked as a paramedic for 9 years! No, it wasn’t a coincidence. He looks back and sees how God used that job in his life to inspire honest lyrics like in his latest song, “Eye of the Storm.”   He says, “Before I got signed, I spent almost 9 years as a paramedic. That job really changed my life, just… … Continue reading

Andra Day is Bringing Jesus to Mainstream in a Powerful Way

Andra Day and her incredible voice were originally discovered by Stevie Wonder, but we later discovered something even more impressive. Andra has a seriously beautiful faith in Jesus and is sticking to it in the midst of the mainstream music world. You can hear her song “Rise Up” playing on WAY NEW, but you also may have heard her singing at places like The Grammys, the White House, and mainstream pop stations across the country. Carlos,… … Continue reading

What Happened When Jonny Diaz Stopped Trying So Hard?

“I always give my best effort, but sometimes I push too hard.” Jonny Diaz has always worked hard to make music that matters and gets heard. But what happens when God gives him a song, but he stops trying so hard to make sure it gets on the radio?   Jonny tells the story: “I just kind of put it out there, and then realized I needed to live out the words and just, kind… … Continue reading

Have You Seen These Amazing Performances on American Idol?

WAY-FM artists were rocking it on the American Idol finale of all finales! Tons of artists, including some of our own who got their start from the show, came back for a reunion performance. Colton Dixon Skip to 1:28 in the pop mashup to see Colton sing a song you’re going to know from WAY-FM. It’s his song, “Through All of It.” It’s very different from the rest of the performers, but he sounds great… … Continue reading

What Happens When for King & Country Bring Out a Special Guest on The View?

for King & Country debuted their song, “Priceless,” on The View in a way Candace Cameron Bure will never forget! Candace is a strong believer and also co-hosts The View along with Whoopi Goldberg and Raven Simone. She was singing along with for King & Country when they brought out a very special surprise guest – just for Candace! The moment @candacecbure’s daughter @natashabure surprised her on stage with @4KingandCountry! https://t.co/9uEl1kH6V1 — The View (@TheView)… … Continue reading

Jordan Feliz’s New Cover Will Make Your Day Surprisingly Better

Jordan Feliz live cover videos have been consistently awesome. This new one is no exception! He covers the song, “Hollow,” originally by Tori Kelly. This song is a cool choice for Jordan. Though it’s very mainstream and could be taken as a love song, it was written as Tori’s love song to the Lord. Jordan is a huge fan of Tori and thought it was super cool to see the song blowing up on the… … Continue reading