2016 saw the launch of the “More Than The Music Podcast” and so many WAY-FM artists shared previously unknown or hidden parts of their lives. Here’s a look back at the 7 most memorable artist revelations from the show. 7. Josh And Matt Started The Afters Because They Sang Drink Orders At Starbucks In Episode 23, Josh and Matt from The Afters revealed that they had the idea to start the band because customers complimented… … Continue reading
Photo Op is where Wally confiscates our phones and checks out the last photo we took. Which photo do you like the best? Top left: Clem is just as much of a coach potato as I am. -Betty Top right: A mouse ran under the fridge. My wife was not going to tolerate it. -Zach Bottom left: Chipotle got a little creative with the order for my husband Joey. -Bekah Bottom right: My daughter’s first time doing her nails was not going… … Continue reading
You voted “Breathe” as WAY-FM’s #1 song for 2016! Read on to learn the story behind it. “If I’m honest, I was just busy. I remember getting into this writing appointment… my first thought was, ‘I don’t even have time to write a song right now.'” Well, we’re glad he did anyway. That’s what Jonny Diaz said just as he was about to start writing the song, “Breathe.” God ended up teaching him a lot… … Continue reading
This is something I talked about on our radio show, and Producer Sherri and some others said I should post it, so here goes. 1. He takes responsibility. He’s not an excuses guy. He doesn’t run away from his own mistakes. He doesn’t see himself as a victim. This, to me, is the essence of masculinity. There’s a word for a man who will not take responsibility: A child. 2. He practices self-denial. This can… … Continue reading
Every year we compile a list of some of the most interesting artists in Christian music. We hear their songs on the radio, but there’s so much more to them than just a hit song. Here is this years full list! NF Who is NF? Maybe ask your kids, but Nathan “Nate” Feuerstein from Gladwin, Michigan has been making waves for a while now. This year though he took it to another level with “Therapy Session”… … Continue reading
Marc Martel, who sings Wally’s favorite Christmas song (Downhere’s How Many Kings), makes it look so effortless as he belts out What Child Is This?. Want to hear Marc sing some more? Wally challenged him to Christmas Karaoke, where they took turns singing lines impersonating famous singers. Marc’s Michael Jackson impression is spot-on. You can also watch Wally try to accompany Marc on ukulele, and hear Marc tell us what Canadian Christmas is all about. … Continue reading
The Music Team picked some awesome songs this year! Here are your 10 songs of 2016! If you want to pick the top WAY-FM music in 2017, sign up for the Music Team. Join the Music Team! 10. “Just Be Held” by Casting Crowns 9. “God is on the Move” by 7eventh Time Down 8. “Eye of the Storm” by Ryan Stevenson (feat. GabeReal) 7. “Move” by tobyMac 6. “The… … Continue reading
The familiar smell of coffee delighted my senses as I stepped into my favorite local coffee shop. I examined the shelves. This could be perfect! Each item seemed unique enough to be personal and general enough to please anyone who drinks a morning cup of coffee. I picked out and purchased two great Christmas gifts. I small-talked with the cashier, placed my items in a bag, and stepped out into the crisp beginnings of winter weather… … Continue reading
It’s magical to hear vocals like this from someone so young. Not to mention this song is a beautiful summation of the Christmas season in itself. Thank you for using your gifts to get us into the Christmas spirit, Hollyn! … Continue reading
This song I wrote for the show about how you won at Christmas, and we all know it. It’s kind of obvious. Some people actually wanted to hear this again. Why? Because it’s JUST. SO. TRUE. … Continue reading
