After initial raves with her Itunes release earlier this year, pop-rocker Stephanie Smith is poised to unveil her debut album Not Afraid at retail stores this December 23rd.
"Daylight Is Coming is a solid album. It remains predictable and true with its lyrics yet the music always catches you unaware and opens you to a new direction and energy." (Listen to the album here!)
"Using Battistelli’s beautiful lyrics and her appealing voice you enjoy this album from the first track to the last. It sets the stage for a young woman with amazing talent."
New Single, “In The Hands Of God,” Impacts Radio Jan. 16
Guitarist Jody Davis returns to newsboys after a five-year hiatus. Davis, who was a member of the band from 1993-2003, contributed to many of newsboys’ greatest hits like “Shine,” “Entertaining Angels,” and “It is You.” In 2003, he took time off to care for his daughter, Bethany, who has cerebral palsy.
Band Hits The Ground Running On Tour With House of Heroes In January
Credential buzz band Seabird’s June debut, ‘Til We See The Shore, was a favorite among critics this year, turning up on multiple lists of the standout albums from 2008. The group will work into the new year to win over more fans on tour with House of Heroes in January.
HearItFirst.com, host of the official Winter Jam site at www.HearItFirst.com/WinterJam and at www.jamtour.com, announces the Winter Jam 2009 artist roster and tour dates.
Christian music mainstay newsboys and international outreach organization Global Tribe hosted its debut REACH event last month at Tucson Electric Park in Tucson, Ariz. Drawing a capacity crowd of 15,000, more than 600 attendees responded to the Gospel message presented by newsboys frontman Peter Furler.