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2005 Christian Music Releases

2005 Christian Music Releases

INO Records Signs 12-Year Old Singer/Actor Nicholas Jonas

INO Records has announced the signing of 12-year-old singer and actor Nicholas Jonas, partnering with Columbia Records to release Jonas' self-titled debut project nationally on November 23rd.

Disciple Joins With S/R/E Recordings To Release Debut Album

Earlier this year, INO Records announced the formation of a new active-rock imprint, S/R/E RECORDINGS. S/R/E has just announced their flagship artist and album release with the rock band DISCIPLE.

Manic Drive - Reason For Motion Coming to Stores in May

Though only 19 years old, veteran hard rockers Manic Drive launch their fifth and latest release, Reason For Motion, into the marketplace in May 2005 on Whiplash Records.

Todd Agnew Releasing His Second Project

One of Christian music’s most distinguishable voices, singer/songwriter Todd Agnew, is set to release his sophomore effort, "Reflection of Something" on August 9.

Hope’s Call In Studio

Southern Gospel trio, Hope’s Call, was recently in the studio working on arrangements for the group’s first ever a cappella project. The new project will be titled "Beyond the Music: An A Cappella Project".

Big Daddy Weave To Release "What I Was Made For" July 26

Due to a strong relationship with God, Big Daddy Weave’s Mike and Brother Jay Weaver, Jeremy Redmon, Jeff Jones and Joe Shirk were able to record "What I Was Made For" amidst the devastation left by 2004’s Hurricane Ivan. Based in Mobile, Alabama, the band lost its main offices and the Weaver’s family home along with photos and other memories.

Casting Crowns Releasing Sophmore Album

“Lifesong”, releasing August 30, 2005, will follow-up their platinum-selling, self-titled debut album.

Matt Redman - Blessed Be Your Name: Songs of Matt Redman Vol. 1 Releasing July 19

Songwriter and artist-worshiper Matt Redman is set to release his first collection of key worship songs entitled "Blessed Be Your Name: Songs of Matt Redman Vol. 1" on July 19.

Building 429 - A New Release and A New Tour

Following their debut album in July, 2004, GMA's “New artist of the year”, Building 429, is releasing "Space In Between Us – Expanded Edition" August 30, 2005 and will be touring this fall.

Mark Schultz Live - A Night Of Stories & Songs CD, DVD Set Releases September 27

His fourth national release, the CD and DVD package features Schultz’ six No. 1 hits and other favorite songs along with a personal look at his rise to the spotlight from Colby, KS to Nashville.

A NehoSoul Christmas - Bryan Duncan and The NehoSoul Band

Bryan Duncan and The NehoSoul Band will release A NehoSoul Christmas on October 25, a holiday project with more soul-blues.

Spring Hill Worship To Release SONIC PRAISE- Here I Am to Worship—A New Style of Praise and Worship

Spring Hill Worship, a praise and worship division of Spring Hill Music Group, has announced plans to release Sonic Praise-Here I Am to Worship, an upbeat, dance-oriented praise and worship CD.

Peculiar People Band - The First U.S. Release and Tour

Maranatha! group, Peculiar People Band, is preparing for the release of their debut album and first national tour. The rock/worship album titled "Not Ashamed" will be in-stores on March 22nd.

ZOEgirl Set To Release - Room To Breathe - March 15

ZOEgirl, one of Christian music’s most well-known and loved female pop/rock groups, launches Room To Breathe on March 15, remaining single-minded in their commitment to write specifically to issues universal to teenaged girls.

Seventh Day Slumber to Release Debut on bec recordings

Once Upon A Shattered Life in stores on February 1, 2005.

Bryan Duncan Signs Deal With TAG Distribution

Bryan Duncan’s Red Road Records has signed an exclusive agreement with TAG Distribution

Stellar Kart Races Toward February Debut

New Word/Curb/Warner Bros. Records signing Stellar Kart is raring for the release of its label debut, "All Gas. No Brake", Feb. 15. The Phoenix-based pop-punk band hearkens back to its youth group roots with an album that is both edgy and fun while addressing relevant teen issues.

Subseven's First Full-Length Label Release Hits Stores in March

Flicker Records' subseven offers up its first full-length label project, "Free To Conquer", March 15. The record will receive exposure via radio, video, and a West Coast tour launching later this month.

TAIT Frontman Completes Song For Waterfront Records

Waterfront Records has announced that 2005 GRAMMY-nominated TAIT frontman, Michael Tait has completed his recording of the world-renowned hymn, “How Great Thou Art,” for the "Bridges: Classic Hymns, Modern Worship" recording which releases Feb. 1.

Steve Green is "Somewhere Between" and Traveling in a New Artistic Direction

Dove award-winning Steve Green announces the release of his 25th studio project, Somewhere Between, available on Sparrow Records February 15, 2005.

Jars Of Clay to Release "Redemption Songs" March 22

The band drew inspiration from eighteenth century texts.

Kara Williamson Releasing "Undisguised" on Feb. 22nd

INO Records is set to release "Undisguised", the new project by singer/songwriter Kara Williamson, February 22nd, 2005.

Chuckie P Returns to the Spotlight

The Christian urban dance pioneer has returned to the studio and stage after a nine year absence.

SONICFLOOd Calls This Generation To Worship With New Release

Pioneering modern worship and GRAMMY© nominated band SONICFLOOd announces the March 8 release of This Generation (INO), their new studio project featuring ten original songs.

FFH To Release New Album Titled Voice From Home On December 27, 2005

Christian recording artist FFH will release its sixth studio album Voice From Home on Essential Records Dec. 27, 2005. The project features original songs themed around God speaking to His people. This theme comes from the mentorship of FFH frontman Jeromy Deibler by pastor and author Rich Stevenson through which the band drew inspiration.

Randy Travis' New Gospel CD - Glory Train

Country music superstar Randy Travis released his fourth gospel CD, Glory Train - Songs of Faith, Worship & Praise, on October 25. Recorded in Santa Fe, the all-acoustic project blends a mixture of traditional hymns, modern praise and worship and spiritual gospel, delivered with Travis' signature country sound.

Israel & New Breed’s ALIVE in South Africa Set for October 25th Release

Integrity Gospel will release ALIVE in South Africa, the new release from Dove and Stellar Award winning artist Israel & New Breed on Tuesday, October 25, 2005. The two-disc album will be followed by a live DVD, songbook and trax.

The Katinas Album Release Concert

The Katinas Album Release concert will be a free event for all ages in Nashville, TN.

X Worship 2006 Coming to Stores October 4

Just like the original series, X Worship 2006 is designed to showcase top Christian rock bands but specifically focuses on bands and their original songs of worship.

Falling Up Prepares for Second Album Release - Dawn Escapes - On October 25th

The album is said to display the intensity of progressive rock and proves Falling Up’s radical style is not a fleeting attempt at sticking to a trend, but a true declaration of the passion they hold for their music and ministry.

Tree63 Releasing A New Worship Album on November 22nd

From the band that brought you Billboard Magazine’s No. 1 Song of 2004, "Blessed Be Your Name," comes a brand new worship CD. "Worship Volume 1 - I Stand For You" will hit stores on November 22nd.

HisSong’s Dennis Humphries to Have First Book Published

Dennis Humphries, one third of the Diamond Award winning trio HisSong, is writing his first book, which is about his past struggles with depression after a major tragedy in his marriage and life.

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