Calling all Newsboys fans! The band and Inpop Records want you to be part of their first-ever Newsboys' Remix Competition for their current hit radio single, "Way Beyond Myself."
 
The contest is open to fans of all ages and no production experience is required. The winning remix, chosen by a combination of fans votes and by Newsboys themselves, will then be featured on the band's expanded Born Again edition, set for a March 29th, 2011 release date.
 
All you have to do to get started is download free mixing stems on the contest's website and a simple upload is accessible using the new Soundcloud DropBox system. After contestants upload their remix, they are encouraged to get their friends to comment on their entries. At the deadline, all submissions will be available for fans to vote on their favorite.
 
The contest officially opens today, Wednesday, October 20th and runs through December 6th. A specific list of details is available on the official website, Newsboys.com/remix.   


As an added incentive, Soundcloud is offering the winner of the remix contest a one-year pro account, worth an estimated $350. For further details and for an official listing of specific rules and terms of the contest, visit the website.  

"Way Beyond Myself," the band's current radio single, garnered the most adds so far this year at Christian CHR radio in a single reporting period. The song received an astounding 17 adds in its first week, and is currently #11 on the charts. "Way Beyond Myself" is the second to release from Newsboys' current project, Born Again, and follows its No. 1 single, "Born Again." Along with the winning remix of "Way Beyond Myself," the forthcoming expanded edition of Born Again will also feature three other song remixes of "Jesus Freak," "Mighty To Save" and "Born Again."
 

Five-time Grammy ® Award winning artist TobyMac receives another honorable nod by the American Music Awards garnering his second nomination for Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist. Produced by dick clark productions, the live broadcast will take place at the NOKIA Theater L.A. on Sunday, November 21 at 8pm (EST/PST) on ABC.

For the fourth consecutive year, winners will be determined by online voting at the official Coca-Cola voting location www.amavote.com as well as ama.abc.com. Artists will be honored in the categories of Pop/Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Alternative, Adult Contemporary, Latin, Soundtracks and Contemporary Inspirational.  Fans can go to the official homepage of the "2010 American Music Awards," ama.abc.com, to find performer and presenter announcements, artist information, and more. Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com or fans can call 1-877-AEG-TICKETS.

Nominated for his latest album Tonight (Forefront) that debuted at No. 6 on Billboard’s Top 200 Chart, TobyMac is currently on the Making a Difference Tour entertaining massive crowds with his fast-paced energetic show that he is known for. Following the Making a Difference Tour, TobyMac will reunite with popular rock band Skillet for the second leg of the Awake Tonight Tour presented by TobyMac’s Winter Wonder Slam, which kicks off November 11 in Springfield, IL. For the latest tour dates and information please visit www.tobymac.com.

Matthew West’s latest album, The Story of Your Life, inspired by letters from all over the world is releasing today with momentum from his headlining tour, current radio single and the release of his music video for “My Own Little World.”
 
West is also releasing a deluxe edition of The Story of Your Life featuring four acoustic bonus songs, and bonus story behind the song videos for every track on the album. The deluxe version of the album is available at iTunes ® and Amazon.
 
“My Own Little World,” the first single from The Story of Your Life, is currently Top 5 at AC Indicator, and Top 10 at AC Monitor  and National Audience Chart.
 
Twitter has also been lighting up with excitement for the album release as well. Below is an example of the chatter…
 
“… His new CD Story Of Your Life is AMAZING! I love it! It is so inspiring and his BEST yet!”
 
“Counting down the hours until I get home and can go by the new @ matthew_west cd!”
 
“What an amazing artist @ matthew_west. You've taken love to a whole other level. Thank you”
 
 
“Was so moved by @ Matthew_West's concert & album (releasing tomorrow) that I wanted to tell u more abt it. Check it out: http://bit.ly/abedEt” – @mandisaofficial
 
“friend @ MatthewWest's new album releases today. Go check out the stories, listen to the songs, and download the album: http://bit.ly/a3487L” - @michaelwsmith
 
“Matthew West new CD #TheStoryofYourLife comes out tom. Do yourself a favor & buy it. Best record this year http://ow.ly/2O7P0” - @Mardel_inc
 
Critics have commended West’s The Story of Your Life. Below is just a sample of their comments on the new album…
 
“West is a master of getting you to think about the eternal in the midst of the temporal…” – www.ChristianityToday.com
 
“a powerful new album …” – Billboard Magazine
 
“An ingenious idea made into an incredible testament to God's power in individual lives… Matthew West captures the heart and soul of his fans in The Story of Your Life as he belts out Christ-focused anthems he penned in answer to the stories they submitted by the thousands.” – www.cbn.com
 
“With over 10,000 stories pouring in, West’s strong melodic touch, transparent lyrics and crystal clear vocal work results in a deeply personal, moving album that’s ideal follow-up to 2008’s Something to Say.” – www.ccmmagazine.com
 
“This kind of album is powerful and life changing, especially for those who are new to the faith.” – www.HollywoodJesus.com
 
“The Story of Your Life is another solid addition to Matthew West's work and explores a wide variety of issues that are sure to relate to countless listeners.” – www.jesusfreakhideout.com
 
West’s own headlining jaunt, “The Story of Your Life Tour,” has also been well received by fans since embarking two weeks ago. “These are songs, this is a concert, that will forever impact the story of your life,” explains Martha Fry who attended the tour’s stop in Asheville, NC. The show will hit West’s hometown of Chicago, IL tonight with a sold out crowd. The  tour, which features openers Jonny Diaz and Josh Wilson, will run through Nov. 7.
 

With fall right around the corner, Fervent Records' singer-songwriter Chris August shows know signs of cooling off, fitting for an artist whose last name is August. With his debut single “Starry Night” hitting No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian/AC Chart this week and the head-turning release of his debut album No Far Away, August is breaking through the Christian Music scene, proving to be one of the highest selling new artist releases this year in the genre.
 
To top it off, his debut album is getting rave reviews from fans and critics alike.
 
"His debut disc comes with all the polish and perfection of a seasoned veteran, while his songwriting evokes a meditative sophistication, especially noted on the forgiveness-laden "7x70," the contemporary blues-tipped "Battle" and the personal quest for soul-bearing authenticity "Want to Be Real."' – CCM Magazine
 
"Chris August cites a few of his musical influences as: ‘John Mayer, Stevie Wonder, and Bryan Adams’- I can definitely hear their influence in his voice, and musicality. However, there is something distinctive about Chris August’s voice. He is different; he is fresh." -BreatheCast
 
Chris August celebrated the release of his album with a hometown bash in Dallas, TX. While in town, August appeared on one of the highest rated regional morning shows, Good Day Dallas and shot the music video for his forthcoming single. Other media highlights included FOX 17’s Tennessee Mornings in Nashville and radio station visits with JOY-FM, KLTY and KLOVE.
 
Currently, August is playing shows all across the country in support of the new album with recent performances at Creation West and Night Of Joy. He will also be opening for Platinum-Selling Group Point Of Grace on their upcoming 2010 “Home For The Holidays” Christmas tour.
 
While he may be considered a "new" artist, Fervent Records' newly signed singer-songwriter, Chris August is anything but a rookie in the music industry. The self-taught pianist, guitarist, and producer previously toured as the keyboard player and opening act for pop sensation Ashlee Simpson and worked with Ryan Cabrera, Brian McKnight and Jessica Simpson before shifting his focus to his solo career. Chris, a native of Dallas, Texas, put his refined skill set to work when he co-produced his debut record with acclaimed producer Ed Cash. While he is not one to shy away from writing about his faith, Chris isn't afraid to embrace relationships and heartache in his songwriting. Chris cites influences such as Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, and Gavin DeGraw who all contributed to the polished pop/rock sound that is sure to resonate with all who listen.

For additional information, please log on to: www.chrisaugustmusic.com, www.myspace.com/chrisaugustmusic or www.twitter.com/ChrisAugust

Fervent Records’ GRAMMY-nominated artist and reigning Dove Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Francesca Battistelli is on top of the world right now with her debut album My Paper Heart topping the overall Christian/Gospel Album Chart for four weeks in a row, making her the highest selling female artist in the genre in five years. This album features the hit singles “Beautiful Beautiful,” “I’m Letting Go,” “It’s Your Life” and the record-breaking smash hit “Free To Be Me” that held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Christian/AC Radio chart for 10 consecutive weeks. Not to mention, all four singles have sold well over 100K digital downloads each with “Free To Be Me” already nearing 300k downloads. In addition to all of these phenomenal milestones, Francesca and husband Matt are expecting the birth of their first child in October.
 
“I’m so incredibly thankful to my fans and Christian radio for all of these unbelievable blessings that I have cherished this year,” said Battistelli. “Without your support, none of this would be possible. It's amazing to see what God has done in such a short time. Thank you!”
 
And, all of the support has definitely paid off for Battistelli. Released in 2008, her album has had the longest run to No. 1 for a female artist in Billboard Christian Album Chart history, a testament to her continually growing fan base and infectious pop soul sound that has been featured on such popular TV shows as ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition, NBC’s The Biggest Loser, FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance and MTV’s The Hills. Luckily, fans will not need to wait much longer for new music. Battistelli is currently in the studio writing and recording for her much anticipated sophomore album, expected to release early next year.
 
For additional information on Francesca Battistelli please visit, www.francescamusic.com
 

Dove award winning artists Big Daddy Weave and Aaron Shust, along with Andy Kirk, will be bringing their passionate and elevating live performances to 45 cities across the country while on the Hope Restored Tour from August 27th through November 14th. Sponsored by Wycliffe Bible Translators affiliate, The Seed Company, the tour will raise awareness for its innovative program OneVerse which provides Bible translations for all languages across the globe.

Tickets are currently on sale and special VIP tickets (admitting holders to a separate meet and greet time with the tour’s artists) are available in most markets and are already in demand.

With five number one singles under their belts, Big Daddy Weave’s reputation for recording songs dear to the hearts of thousands is eclipsed only by their reputation for bringing incredible heart and passion to each and every live performance.  Big Daddy Weave’s live performances are one-of-a-kind experiences that join the artist and audience in a unique, singular voice and the Hope Restored tour expands that experience even further for the band.  “We are so excited to be a part of this amazing season of evenings on the Hope Restored Tour!” says Big Daddy Weave lead singer Mike Weaver.  “I’ve personally been a big fan of Aaron Shust's music for the past few years.  I look forward to sharing the stage around the incredible and ever timely cause of translating the most important message of all time into every language on our planet.  We also have shared some serious road time with our good friend and gifted worship leader Andy Kirk and are very glad to be reunited for the tour as well.”

Also appearing on the Hope Restored Tour is three time Dove Award winning artist Aaron Shust, who is best known for the song “My Savior, My God,” the second most played CCM song of the decade behind “I Can Only Imagine” by MercyMe. The simple tune he penned for his local church took radio by storm, topping six different charts at once. “My Savior, My God” helped earn Aaron a trio of Dove Awards for Song of the Year, Songwriter of the Year and New Artist of the Year. It also propelled the Georgia-based singer into the spotlight and onto the road in a whirlwind of concerts, sharing the stage with the likes of MercyMe, Casting Crowns and Michael W. Smith. While on the Hope Restored Tour Aaron will be performing songs from his latest release, Take Over, and sharing the album’s central message of submission and relinquishing control to God. Shust comments, “One of the common threads that shows up in a lot of these songs is that we can’t achieve anything from our own efforts – certainly not salvation. We can work out our salvation, but it’s only through what Christ has done on the cross that we have any hope.”

Rounding out the tour is 22 year old, Nashville-based singer, Andy Kirk whose first single “Love Is the Only Thing,” from his debut album, Wake Up My Soul , hit #1 on Christian Radio Weekly’s Global AC indie chart, August 1, 2010. Before being approached by 1CN Records/Provident to record Wake Up My Soul  Kirk lead music for one of America’s largest churches, LifeChurch in Oklahoma City, singing in front of over 3,000 -10,000 people a weekend.  Kirk now serves as an Artist in Residence at Hopepark Church in Nashville in addition to keeping up with his nation-wide touring schedule.

For more information please visit:

http://hoperestoredtour.com/
http://www.bigdaddyweave.com/
http://www.aaronshust.com/
http://www.andykirk.tv/
http://www.oneverse.org/

With the continuous momentum of Newsboys' current CD release Born Again, a No. 1 radio hit and an extensive touring schedule, they continue their whirlwind year with the announcement of their first-ever Christmas project. Christmas! A Newsboys Holiday will release October 12th, courtesy of Inpop Records.
 
The new CD was produced by Dustin Burnett, Michael Tait, and Juan Otero of The Write Bros, half of the production team of Born Again. Comprised of six holiday classics, Christmas! A Newsboys Holiday includes "Winter Wonderland," "Jingle Bell Rock," "All I Want for Christmas is You," "O Holy Night," "The Christmas Song," and "Mary Did You Know."      
 
To help promote Christmas! A Newsboys Holiday, Newsboys will join Newsong the weekend after Thanksgiving to kick off the "Very Merry Christmas Tour 2010." This 20+city nationwide tour kicks off in North Carolina and will finish up in Georgia on December 20th. Check out the tour dates listed below to see if can help ring in the Christmas season with Newsboys at a city near you.
 
There is no question the momentum keeps continuing to escalate for Newsboys and their July 13th release of Born Again. The current single and No. 1 hit "Born Again" continues to stay high up on the charts, having a total of 7.1 million impressions to date. Following the largest street week of their careers by selling an astounding 45,311 units and hitting #4 on Billboard's overall chart, Born Again continues to keep its place on the Billboard Top 200 chart and is No. 3 on the Christian Soundscan chart, scanning more than 72,000 units in the first month of release.   
   
Newsong's Very Merry Christmas Tour 2010*:
11/27 Whiteville, NC
11/28 Charleston, NC
11/30 High Point, NC
12/2 Norfolk, VA
12/3 Schofield, WI
12/4 St. Cloud, MN
12/5 Brookings, SD
12/7 Portage, MI
12/8 Valparaiso, IN
12/9 Marion, IL
12/10 Marion, IL
12/11 Franklin, NC
12/12 Destin, FL
12/15 Saint Peters, MO
12/16 Athens, AL
12/17 Pascagoula, MS
12/18 Albany, GA
*Dates subject to change

Nashville, TN – Word Records recording artist and American Idol Top 10 Finalist Chris Sligh finds beauty in brokenness with the release of his new album The Anatomy Of Broken on September 14.  Two years in the making, this release is a set of songs echoing the grand pop stylings of his debut album loaded with a challenging message.
 
“To me, the songs on this album are different pictures of brokenness,” reflects Sligh.  “It’s okay to admit when we are fallen and broken.  The beauty of brokenness is that it is mirrored with acceptance and change.”

Beset with false starts, a label change and ultimately a new direction for the project, the album was co-produced by Sligh and renowned engineer Steve Bishir.  Already making a name for himself as a songwriter with Rascal Flatts’ multi-format hit “Here Comes Goodbye” to his credit, Sligh penned all 14 tracks including the lead off AC/Christian hit single “Only You Can Save.”  This song is a moving call to action that was inspired by seeing a homeless man on the side of the road in the heat of July.  Sligh writes songs that challenge you to be a better person and these life lessons come all neatly packaged in his signature sublimely catchy pop-rock tunes.  The Anatomy Of Broken is the follow-up to his debut album Running Back To You, which delivered the hit single “Empty Me.”  The song also scored a nomination for the Dove Awards prestigious Song Of The Year category.
 
The Anatomy Of Broken Track Listing:
1.      Only You Can Save
2.      In The Weak
3.      Our Love
4.      One
5.      Scars
6.      Taking It Back
7.      Catching Up
8.      Naive
9.      Chasing Down a Name
10.    Beginning (Not the End)
11.    Sunny
12.    Still You Love Me
13.    Love Is The Answer
14.    Broken (Beautiful)
 
Chris Sligh’s The Anatomy Of Broken is now available for pre-order on his website and for more details please visit www.chrissligh.com.

It's official! Born Again, the critically-acclaimed 15th studio project just released from Newsboys, is the biggest project ever to release in the band's history. Even better? Newsboys' Born Again is the 2nd highest Christian artist debut on Billboard's Top 200 and the 3rd highest debut on CCM Soundscan for 2010!

According to Soundscan, Born Again has sold an astounding 45,311 units in just one week, placing Born Again at #4 on Billboard's Overall Chart, charting above new releases from such artists as Sting and M.I.A.  In its first week of release, Born Again also placed Top 4 on iTunes' Overall Chart, sharing company again with Sting and charting before the Twilight Saga: Eclipse soundtrack. Born Again officially released July 13th, courtesy of Inpop Records.  
 
Even before sales numbers were released, it has been reported that Born Again is the best project Newsboys has ever released. It has also been said that the band is "wonderfully rejuvinated," "amazing" and "The 'Boys are back...simply the best!" It's been months and months of hard work for Newsboys leading up to the release of Born Again, and it's certainly paying off.

Along the way, the band has received tremendous support from retail, radio stations, media outlets, and dedicated fans across the nation. From kicking off a few of their new songs and doing local tour promotion earlier this year during the WinterJam 2010 tour to now, Newsboys have been so ready to share Born Again with the world.
 
"The record-setting number of sales today reflect the dedication and hard work of Newsboys to create another groundbreaking musical creation," exclaims Andrew Patton, General Manager, Inpop Records. "The amazing support of Christian radio stations, festival promoters, our hard-working Inpop staff, and our partners at EMI CMG distribution have all earned our thanks today."
 
RADIO
For an amazing eight  weeks, Born Again's first radio single, "Born Again," claimed the top spot at CHR radio, while the song continues it's climb to the top on the Christian AC charts, currently Top 10. To further promote the CD's release, Newsboys traveled around the country last week via ISDN radio hook ups to talk to radio stations and listeners from coast to coast. The band was featured on numerous morning shows and stations around the country, including K-LOVE; Air 1; Star 99.1 New York; WCSG Grand Rapids, MI; WAY-FM Network; His Radio Greenville, SC; KSBJ Houston; WFFH Fish Nashville; and KFIS Fish Portland. The band set up a special ustream page allowing stations to include LIVE video into each of the interviews.

MEDIA
Preparing for street week the critical press has shown their support as well. Popular outlets such as FOX News, Rhapsody, Billboard, gmclife.com, CCM, Charisma, TitleTrakk.com, CBN, and so many more have promoted Born Again.
 
Both NewReleaseTuesday.com and JesusFreakHideout.com named Newsboys' Artist of the Week, promoting them on their homepages and featuring full CD streaming, feature articles and reviews. HearitFirst.com immediately jumped on board with numerous exclusive video interviews, as well as streaming the new project and launching a contest to win a trip to Rock the Universe to sit side-stage during the Newsboys performance. Visit the site too to not miss drummer Duncan Phillips' sharing his laundry tips with the world, as well as much more.

What are the critics saying about the new release?

"...Born Again marks a new beginning for the Grammy-nominated, Dove-winning band...and features a wonderfully rejuvenated sound...jam-packed with energetic rock made for live performances. Auditory treats include the funky 'When the Boys Light Up' and the redemptive 'Build Us Back.'"
- Wendy Lee Nentwig for Rhapsody.com

To further support Newsboys, Rhapsody.com named Born Again Album of the Day along with including a major feature with the CD review. Please visit Rhapsody.com/christian-gospel to read Rhapsody's full coverage.

"Born Again is a strong introduction for this new incarnation of one of Christian music's most successful groups. You'll be hard-pressed to not feel the new energy here." - Debra Akins for gmclife.com

"Tait shines as Newsboys frontman...Born Again delivers."
- Kevin Thorsun for cmaddict.com

"The lyrics are pure...to the point and at the same time deep, leaving you looking at yourself and examining yourself." - ChristianMusicReview.org


THE FAN
We can't forget about the music buyers, the die-hard fans who will always give honest opinions. Read on to hear what they think of Born Again:

"The best Newsboys album ever! Simply the best....don't miss this one!"

"The Boys are back! It's a fresh, new sound for the Newsboys....can't wait for this band to hit 30 years in 2018 and still be putting out records!"

"By far the best album Newsboys have released...brilliant!"

"This album is amazing! Every song is so catchy and I officially know for sure the boys are BACK. if you're not sure whether to buy it or not...BUY IT!!"

Be sure to catch Newsboys live in a city near you this summer and fall to capture the excitement of their new songs live along with seeing their brand new stage set. Visit their website for the most updated schedule and information!

Nashville, TN – Fervent Records' newly signed singer-songwriter Chris August is gearing up for the release of his debut album No Far Away on August 24.  While this Dallas, Texas native may be considered a "new" artist; Chris is anything but a rookie in the music industry.  The self-taught pianist, guitarist and producer has previously worked with Brian McKnight, Jessica and Ashlee Simpson, Ryan Cabrera, among many others, and is now focused on his solo career full time.   
 
“Growing up my life was all about basketball and music ... After my NBA dreams quickly fell by the wayside, my journey in music began,” laughs Chris August.  “This album shares bits and pieces of who I am and my life story.  I’m incredibly excited to share it with the world and hope it resonates with listeners.”
 
Recorded in Nashville, Chris co-produced the album with acclaimed producer Ed Cash, who is known for his work with Amy Grant, Chris Tomlin, Steven Curtis Chapman, Dolly Parton, Bethany Dillon and mainstream artists Matt Wertz and Dave Barnes, to name a few.  With his polished pop/rock sound, the album captures Chris’ deft ability to embrace relationships and heartache in his songwriting.  The album features his debut hit single “Starry Night,” which landed inside the Top 20 on Billboard’s Christian AC Indicator chart this week.
 
No Far Away Track Listing:
1. You And I
2. Battle
3. Starry Night
4. 7x70
5. Want To Be Real
6. No Far Away
7. Loving You Is Easy
8. I’m Gonna Sing
9. It’s Always Been You
10. Winter Time
11. Canyons (Beautiful Noise)

Currently Chris is on the road playing dates with upcoming shows in Enumclaw, WA (7/22); Cleveland, AL (8/6); Chaplin, CT (8/20), and Dallas, TX (8/27).

July 7, 2010 - Nashville, TN - Turn on the radio or head to one of the big music festivals this summer and there's no doubt that you'll find the newsboys. Not only is the band headlining all of the major festivals and performing in front of tens of thousands of screaming fans, but their chart-topping single "Born Again" is being heard on radio stations across the nation. Newsboys also appear in such magazines as Charisma, Billboard, Christian Retailing and are gracing this month's cover of CCM. Michael Tait, Jeff Frankenstein, Duncan Phillips, and Jody Davis are - no question - Born Again.  
 
THE MUSIC
Since debuting a few of their new songs earlier this year on the WinterJam Tour, the band has been eager to release their brand new CD Born Again, which hits shelves this coming Tuesday, July 13th. Better yet is that they are going into release week with the No. 1 CHR radio single in the country, "Born Again," a spot they've claimed for an astounding seven weeks!

For the avid fans, Inpop Records has developed a digital pre-order incentive that for everyone who orders the Born Again CD, either the Digital Deluxe version or the regular version before next Tuesday's release date, receives the exclusive bonus track of "Born Again (Summertime Symphony Mix)." Additionally, Born Again's Digital Deluxe offers an exclusive digital booklet as well as the "Born Again" music video and four additional songs. Retail will carry the regular version CD only.  

THE TOURING
Earlier this summer newsboys kicked off its headlining run by appearing at 23 major festivals throughout the summer in the U.S. and Canada. To date, they've already performed in front of tens of thousands of concert-goers at such festivals as Spirit West Coast, Sonfest, Icthus, Atlantafest, and they will headline this Friday at Lifest 2010. Even more exciting for the band's upcoming tour dates is their new stage set, which officially made its debut at this past weekend's Creation East. The jaw-dropping and never-before-seen new stage, featuring the band members actually being lifted on a mini-stage into the air and above the crowds, instantly became a hit with the audience and the highlight of the entire festival. Photos of the new stage are posted below.
 
To catch newsboys live in a city near you this summer or fall, further tour dates are listed below. Be sure to visit their website for the most updated schedule and information*:

July 9 - Oshkosh, WI, Lifest 2010
July 16 - Wilmar, MN, Sonshine Festival
July 18 - Rapid City, SD, Hills Alive Festival
July 22 - Enumclaw, WA, Creation Fest West
July 23 - Albany, OR, Timmer Linn Park
Aug. 1 - Darien Center, NY, Kingdom Bound
Aug. 7 - Bessemer, AL, Alabama Adventure Theme Park
Aug. 8 - Wickliffe, OH, The Fest 2010
Aug. 12 - Des Moines, IA, Iowa State Fair
Aug. 14 - Great Falls, MT, Downpour Festival
Aug. 15 - Missoula, MT, West Montana Fairgrounds
Aug. 21 - Ocean Grove, NJ, The Great Auditorium
Sept. 4 - La Cygne, KS, Rock The Light
Sept. 5 - Lexington, KY, Quest Community Church
Sept. 10 - Orlando, FL, Universal Studios-Rock the Universe
*All dates subject to change
 
And most importantly, the newsboys have a new addition to their family! Guitarist Jody Davis and his wife, Laurie, welcomed their daughter Isabella Grace to the world on June 21st. She was born in Nashville at a healthy 7 lbs and 4 oz and was 19" long. Isabella is Davis' third daughter. Congratulations!
 

David Crowder*Band is releasing a four song EP today exclusively on iTunes ® titled Summer Happiness. The EP features acoustic versions of Church Music favorites “Oh, Happiness,” “How He Loves,” “Alleluia, Sing” and “Shadows.”

The latest studio album from the band, Church Music, is currently on sale at iTunes ® for $7.99.

David Crowder*Band will also present the first ever “Crowder’s Fantastical Church Music Conference” this fall. The conference whose stellar line-up includes Louie Giglio, Rob Bell, Matt Redman, Francis Chan, Matt Maher, Jars of Clay, Leeland, Gungor, Derek Webb and more will take place on Sept. 30 through Oct. 2 in Crowder’s hometown of Waco, TX. To purchase tickets and see a personal invitation from David Crowder himself, visit http://www.davidcrowderband.com/fantastical/.
 

Fervent Records' newly signed singer-songwriter Chris August recently released to radio his first single "Starry Night," and is now available at all digital retailers. This fast moving single has debuted at #29 on Billboard's Christian AC Indicator chart this week after only two weeks in rotation. While this Dallas, TX native may be considered a "new" artist; Chris is anything but a rookie in the music industry.  The self-taught pianist, guitarist, and producer has previously worked with Brian McKnight, Jessica and Ashlee Simpson, Ryan Cabrera, among many others, and is now focused on his solo career full time.

An inspiring up-tempo song of praise, "Starry Night" is the first single from his debut studio album No Far Away, which will be released by Fervent Records on August 24.  Recorded in Nashville, Chris co-produced the album with acclaimed producer Ed Cash, who is known for his work with Amy Grant, Chris Tomlin, Steven Curtis Chapman, Dolly Parton, Bethany Dillon and mainstream artists Matt Wertz and Dave Barnes, to name a few.  With his polished pop/rock sound, the album captures Chris' deft ability to embrace relationships and heartache in his songwriting.

Nashville, TN - Newsboys have done it yet again. Not only has the band's No. 1 single, "Born Again," continued to stay at the top of the CHR charts for the forth week in a row, but the hit song has also made a new landmark. Since releasing to iTunes just two weeks ago the single has sold close to an astounding 12,000 units, almost 7,000 its first week out. In addition, the first day "Born Again" was  available on iTunes, "Born Again" was the No. 1 song on the Singles Chart. "Born Again" is newsboys' first single from the July 13th CD release of Born Again (inpop records).
 
A band well-known for their stellar live shows, last week newsboys kicked off its run of headlining 23 major festivals throughout the summer in the U.S. and Canada. Performing at such festivals as last month's Spirit West Coast in Del Mar, CA, this month's Atlantafest and July's Creation East, newsboys will literally be performing in front of tens of thousands of fans each night.
 
Staffed with a 13-member street team at every show, this weekend the band will also debut a never-before-seen and jaw-dropping stage set, which the band promises will capture audiences everywhere. The band couldn't be more excited to get back on the road.
 
Be sure to catch newsboys live in a city near you this summer by visiting their website. Tour dates are also listed below, but be sure to check out newsboys.com for the most updated schedule and information.

Upcoming headlining tour dates*:
May 30 - Del Mar, CA, Spirit West Coast
June 2 - Kingston, ON, Kingston Gospel Temple
June 3 - Ottawa, ON, Woodvale Church
June 4 - Toronto, ON, Queensway Cathedral
June 5 - Sudbury, ON, Glad Tidings Tabernacle
June 12 - Charlotte, NC, Sonfest - Carrowinds Theme Park
June 16 - Wilmore, KY, Ichthus Festival
June 19 - Stone Mountain, GA, Atlantafest
June 25 - Gaylord, MI, Big Ticket Festival
June 26 - Muskegon, MI, Heritage Landing-Summer Celebration
July 1 - Shirleysburg, PA, Creation 2010 East
July 3 - Salinas, CA, Spirit West Coast
July 5 - Pleasanton, CA, Alameda County Fair
July 9 - Oshkosh, WI, Lifest 2010
July 16 - Wilmar, MN, Sonshine Festival
*All dates subject to change
 

Me In Motion's Seth Mosley celebrated for the second week his first #1 single as a writer for Centricity Publishing. Mosley co-wrote and co-produced newsboys two-week chart topping single, "Born Again.”  Seth co-wrote/co-produced the song with Juan Otero and  newsboys.  At the same time, Mosley also has two other songs on the charts, "The One (I'm Fighting For)" by Article One that was co-written with Nathan Piche from Article One and "The God I Know" by Me In Motion that was co-written with Juan Otero.  

“The God I Know” recently started going for adds at radio and already is garnering airplay at syndicated outlets, Air1, Whip Of Chords, Firexcape and at such radio stations as, KADI/Springfield, MO, WVOF/Bridgeport, CT and WCVK/Bowling Green, KY.

The song is the second single from Me In Motion’s self-titled debut on Centricity Music.