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Back in the late ’90s and early 2000s, ZOEgirl made their mark with hits that helped shape a generation of Christian music fans. With albums like ZOEgirl, Life, Different Kind of Free, and Room to Breathe, their music left a lasting impact.

And now, after more than 21 years of silence, ZOEgirl is back with brand-new music! Their new song, “I Still Believe,” marks an incredible new chapter for this legendary group.

We’re so excited to catch up with Kristin, talk about the legacy of ZOEgirl, and hear the story behind this long-awaited new release. Let’s get into it!

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re joined by a Christian music legend! He’s a four-time Grammy Award winner, founding member and bassist of THIRD DAY, keynote speaker, author, and marketing strategist.

His latest book, Market Like a Rockstar: Stand Out, Earn Trust, Create Lifelong Fans, is out now—and today, we’re talking all about it!

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to introduce you to someone who is doing some really unique things at the intersection of faith, culture, music, and storytelling.

Jonathan Allen Wright is a content creator, filmmaker, and musician based in the North Carolina and Virginia area, and he’s the founder of Entry Media LLC. Through his work, Jonathan creates mini-documentaries and long-form video essays that explore some of the overlooked, fascinating, and sometimes downright strange corners of culture and faith.

But Jonathan isn’t just telling stories through a camera. He’s also an independent Christian musician who writes and produces his own music!

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We are excited to welcome back a two-time guest here on Christian Music Guys, someone whose music has connected with millions of people around the world — Seph Schlueter!

His 2024 breakout hit, “Counting My Blessings,” became a global sensation — topping Christian radio charts and generating billions of views across short-form video platforms. And now, that powerful message of gratitude is making its way to a whole new generation!

Seph has a brand-new children’s picture book called Counting My Blessings, inspired by the song, and it’s coming out October 6th!

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome the incredibly talented Darthy to the show! Originally from the Delaware, darthy’s journey into music began with a life-changing encounter with God at a Christian concert in 2018. That moment set her on a path that eventually led her to Nashville, where she’s been crafting deeply honest, faith-filled songs that blend indie pop and singer-songwriter influences into a sound that’s uniquely her own.

Her latest single, 'Goldilocks', available everywhere now!

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome back a very good friend of the show—and someone who is joining us for the fifth time—Matthew West!

Matthew has built one of the most impressive careers in Christian music, with more than 375 songwriting credits, 39 No. 1 hits, five GRAMMY nominations, and nearly two billion global streams. And the accolades speak for themselves—from ASCAP’s Golden Note Award and multiple Songwriter of the Year honors to Billboard, American Music, K-LOVE Fan Awards, and GMA Dove Awards.

But beyond the awards and the numbers, Matthew has always had a gift for telling stories that connect people to Jesus—and he’s continuing that mission with his brand-new album, Jesus Is King, releasing September 25th.

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re hanging out with an incredible artist, songwriter, and one of the most recognizable voices in Christian music—Franni Cash!

From her days with We The Kingdom, a Grammy-nominated artist who has spent years bringing songs of faith, hope, and joy to audiences around the world. But now, Franni is stepping into a brand-new chapter—Her debut solo album, Here I Am, arrives September 18, and we cannot wait to hear what she has been working on and learn more about the heart behind this new chapter.

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Rachel Purcell!

A Muscle Shoals, Alabama native, Rachel has taken quite the winding road through music—from her early days discovering her voice, to making waves in country music, performing at the Grand Ole Opry, working with legendary producer Dann Huff, and collaborating with artists across genres.

Now signed with Centricity Music, she’s bringing that soulful Muscle Shoals sound together with honest, faith-filled lyrics on her latest project, Keep Going.

Featuring songs that remind us to trust God, keep moving forward, and find hope in the middle of life’s ups and downs, Keep Going is out now.

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome one of Christian music’s most inspiring and enduring voices, Tammy Trent. With more than three decades of ministry, Tammy has impacted lives around the world through chart-topping songs, powerful speaking, and bestselling books. Her incredible journey of faith through unimaginable loss has become a testimony of God’s faithfulness, encouraging countless people to find hope and healing in Christ. From Christian radio and Women of Faith conferences to appearances on Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, TBN, and beyond, Tammy continues to point people to Jesus. Now, she’s sharing her heart once again through her brand-new book, Where Are You Now, God?, out September 1st.

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re thrilled to welcome GRAMMY® Award-winning and eight-time GRAMMY®-nominated artist DOE! One of the most powerful and authentic voices in Christian and Gospel music, DOE has inspired millions through songs that point listeners to the heart of God. She’s joining us to talk about her brand-new r highly anticipated third album, Shiloh, releasing August 28.

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Today we’re thrilled to be joined by an incredible artist whose heart for worship is touching listeners around the world. She’s a Canadian JUNO-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and worship leader Elenee Young.

, Elenee has inspired thousands through her viral “sad-pop” worship covers that have resonated with people looking for a quiet, authentic place to encounter God.

Now she’s back with an exciting brand-new collaboration! Her latest single, “I Will Never Be,” created alongside Nineties Worship Night, is available everywhere now, blending heartfelt worship with a fresh take on the songs that have shaped generations of believers.

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Chad is the creator and visionary behind Nineties Worship Night, a movement that's bringing together some of the most influential worship leaders and songs that shaped a generation. Chad and his team have also launched an incredible YouTube docuseries that dives deep into the history and impact of these worship movements and the artists behind them. And fans won't have to wait much longer because Episode 2 is on the way, featuring none other than worship icon Darlene Zschech. That's right—the voice behind songs that have impacted churches around the world will be sharing her story in this highly anticipated next chapter.

Today, we're catching up with Chad to talk about Nineties Worship Night, the response from audiences across the country, the vision behind the docuseries, what viewers can expect from the upcoming Darlene Zschech episode, and what's next for this growing movement.

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Today, we’re excited to welcome one of the newest voices in worship music who’s making a big impact—Jordan Colle! Originally from Tallahassee, Florida, and now based in Nashville, Jordan has a heart for the local church and a passion for writing songs that point people to Jesus. From songwriter for Brandon Lake’s “Tear Off The Roof,” and now, as part of Bethel Music, he’s stepping into an exciting new season as an artist.

Jordan recently released his brand-new single, “Headed My Way,” and he’s also getting ready for the release of his highly anticipated song “One King” on August 21.

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Welcome back to the Christian Music Guys! We’re excited to have back a three-time guest and a great friend of the show, Justin Gambino. Justin has inspired listeners for years with his powerful testimony, authentic songwriting, and heart for pointing people to Jesus. This Friday, he releases his very first worship project, Garden of the Lord—a collection of songs born out of intimate moments with God that invite us into deeper worship and renewal. Today, we’ll talk about the stories behind these songs, the journey that led to this project, and what Justin hopes God will do through it.

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Carly Ann Taylor, a passionate vocalist, songwriter, and worship leader from San Diego, California. Through her music, Carly Ann shares the powerful story of God’s redemption in her life, taking listeners on a journey from brokenness, dysfunction, and abandonment to healing, hope, and salvation in Jesus Christ. Recently she was nominated for breakout single of the year at the Klove fan awards…We’re excited to talk with her about her music, her testimony, and how God is moving through the next generation. Her latest single, 'Heavenly Father', is out now!

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome Shelley Breen from the legendary trio Point of Grace—one of the most influential groups in the history of Christian music. For more than three decades, Point of Grace has inspired audiences around the world with soaring harmonies, 27 #1 singles, over 8 million albums sold, and timeless songs like “Circle of Friends,” “Keep the Candle Burning,” and “Jesus Will Still Be There.” Now, after 14 years, they’re back with brand-new music as they release their highly anticipated new album, Lady Wisdom, available now. We’re excited to talk with Shelley about the journey behind this new project, the legacy of Point of Grace, and what God is doing in this exciting new season.

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Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome back a two-time guest and one of the most respected voices in Christian music, Andy Chrisman! From his years touring the world with the legendary group 4Him, to serving as a worship pastor, radio host, and storyteller, Andy has spent more than four decades at the heart of the CCM industry. Through his hit podcast 1 Degree of Andy—which was nominated for Podcast of the Year at the K-LOVE Fan Awards last year—he’s shared incredible stories and conversations with some of the biggest names in Christian music. Today, we’re honored to sit down again with a man who’s not only witnessed the history of CCM, but helped shape it.

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re stepping into the world of storytelling and history with a very special guest. Joining us is Diederik Hoogstraten, the talented screenwriter behind the highly anticipated film Young Washington, coming to theaters July 3rd. Co-written alongside Jon Erwin and Tom Provost, the film explores the untold story of George Washington’s formative years, revealing the trials, failures, and defining moments that shaped him into one of history’s most influential leaders.

Diederik has a passion for bringing powerful stories to life, and today we’ll talk about the creative journey behind Young Washington, the challenges of portraying such an iconic figure, and the timeless lessons of courage, character, and leadership that audiences can take away from this epic new film.

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true pioneer in Christian rock and worship music, John Ellis of the Dove Award-winning band Tree63. From unforgettable songs like “Treasure,” “Look What You’ve Done,” “King,” and the chart-topping “Blessed Be Your Name,” Tree63 has left an undeniable mark on the global Christian music landscape. After more than a decade-long hiatus, John and the band are back with a renewed vision and a brand-new album, VOYAGE, a project that explores the ongoing journey of faith and what it means to walk with God through every season of life. We’ll talk about the inspiration behind the new music, the band’s remarkable legacy, their return to the stage, and how God continues to shape John’s life and ministry through the voyage of faith. John, welcome to Christian Music Guys!

Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re honored to welcome a true veteran and respected voice in Christian music, Chris Hauser. With more than four decades of experience across nearly every corner of the CCM industry—from radio announcer and concert promoter to label executive, artist manager, and leading independent radio promoter—Chris has worked alongside some of the biggest names in Christian music, including Amy Grant, Chris Tomlin, Lauren Daigle, For King & Country, NEEDTOBREATHE, and Elevation Worship. He played a key role in helping launch Lauren Daigle’s groundbreaking debut album How Can It Be, helping bring songs like “Trust in You” and “First” to millions of listeners nationwide. Beyond the accolades and accomplishments, Chris is known for his servant heart, deep faith, and passion for mentoring the next generation of leaders in Christian music. Please help us welcome the one and only, Chris Hauser!

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