Search

Driving Notes

The Official Blog of WNZR's Afternoon Drive

Open Search
Tag

Artist News Day

Josiah Queen Makes History!

Yes, that’s right!

Read more about how Josiah made history by reading the article below:

Josiah Queen has made history with his debut album, The Prodigal. His debut album is No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart. Not only did his album top the charts, but it was also the biggest album streaming debut by a new artist in CCM history with an incredible 6.6 million global streams. Josiah has become popular over the last several weeks. He has 125M total streams across different streaming platforms around the globe.

Here is what Josiah Queen had to say about the response of his debut album, “It’s been surreal to see the response to The Prodigal,” he says. “It’s wild to me that these songs which I wrote in my living room and bedroom have made their way to people all over the world. My hope is that the album leads people closer to God.”

His music has made an impact on people of every age. He recently completed his first ever tour, and the response was impressive. He sold out all of his concerts. He will be joining Forrest Frank for his summer tour later on this summer. He will also be performing at the Grand Ole Opry on July 2nd.

Here is the lyric video for his song The Prodigal:

I don’t need the money
I don’t want the fame
I don’t want what I can’t take
With me in the grave.

The answer is The Prodigal by Josiah Queen.

Congratulations to Jack of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! He wins TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

0

TobyMac Releases A Brand New Single!

Hi!

Today on the show I talked about how TobyMac recently released his new single titled, “Nothin’ Sweeter.” This song is upbeat and really shares a great message!

Here is what I shared on the show:

TobyMac recently released his brand new single titled, “Nothin’ Sweeter.” TobyMac has been one of the legends in the Christian music industry earning seven GRAMMY Awards throughout his decorated career. His new single will be debuting on WNZR on Friday’s Morning Thing.

Here is what TobyMac said about his new song. “I’ve had some of the most amazing times that one could ever have on this earth, and I’ve also walked through some things that have hit me very hard,” he says about the song. “I don’t think we’re that different from one another in that we all experience some beauty and some things that leave us utterly confused and deeply hurting. I wrote “Nothin’ Sweeter’ because I have been uptown and downtown; I have seen the good of this life and the sorrow by the bitter graveside; and I’ve landed on this: there is nothin’ sweeter in this life than the love of God. It’s what I want to wake up to and what I go to bed to – there’s nothin’ sweeter than His unfailing love.”

Here is the lyric video for this song:

I don’t need the money
I don’t want the fame
I don’t want what I can’t take
With me in the grave

We had a stumper this week, so make sure you tune in next week for a chance to win TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

0

Jeremy Camp Releases His New Album ‘Deeper Waters’!

Hi!

Today on the show I shared some exciting news about how Jeremy Camp has released a new 13 song album as of yesterday. This features the song that we play here on WNZR titled ‘These Days’. We also had our weekly song poetry where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant if they can guess the correct answer.

Here is the link to the article about the 13 song album that Jeremy released: Click HERE.

Here is the summarized version of this article:

Jeremy Camp released a new album called Deep Waters! This album has 13 songs in it, including one song that we play here on WNZR titled These Days. Jeremy describes this album as a pop-infused reflection of the past two-plus decades of his life in the spotlight, as well as the appreciation for the moment of the now. He also recently had emergency heart surgery, so he knows the importance of living in the moment.

Jeremy had this to say about his album, “This record was written out of one of the most difficult yet profoundly beautiful seasons of my life,” he says. “Going through and expressing everything that God has unfolded over the years, including the challenges, joys, and pains that have led me into such a deeper connection with Him.”

His song “These Days” is currently top 2 in Christian Radio.

Here is Jeremy Camp’s song ‘These Days’:

I’ll find a way to praise You
From the bottom of my broken heart
‘Cause I think I’d rather strike a match, than curse the dark

The correct answer is Hallelujah Anyway by Rend Collective.

Congratulations to Annabelle of Fredericktown for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

0

Blessing Offor Releases a New Track!

Hi,

Today on the show I talked about how Blessing Offor released a new track called Somebody’s Child. This song features a collaboration with Dolly Parton. This song is absolutely amazing! It is a song that reminds us that we are always loved and we are all somebody’s child!

Here is the full article: Click HERE!

Here is a synopsis of the article that I wrote:

Blessing Offor who is a two-time Dove Award winner announced recently that he has released a brand-new track called “Somebody’s Child”, which features Dolly Parton as a part of the collaboration.

Blessing Offor had this to say about his latest track, “We’re all ‘somebody’s child,’ he explains. “It’s such a simple concept, but I hope it’s the beginning of us all realizing that there’s always a point of empathy, there’s always common ground if we want to find it. And there’s no better embodiment of finding common ground, finding relatability, than Dolly Parton. I’m so honored and humbled to have her on this project.”

Dolly Parton had this to say about the collaboration with Blessing Offor, “I know it’s too easy to say it was a blessing singing with Blessing,” she says, “but it was. I love the song ‘Somebody’s Child’ and I am very proud to be a part of it.”

Blessing Offor is currently on a national tour with Lauren Daigle. They are coming to Columbus, OH on this Saturday, May 18th. They will be performing at KEMBA LIVE! concert venue.

Here is the music video for this song:

Once upon a time, you were 25
Walking up the aisle, you made the promise of your life
Blinked twice and you were 29
Singing lullabies, and I looked up at you for the first time

The correct answer is Unsung Hero by for King & Country.

Congratulations to Tanya of Butler for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

0

Unsung Heroes and Fall Tours!

Today, Mike and Abby shared about some big things in the Christian music industry! Mike talked about for KING AND COUNTRY‘s new soundtrack that came out alongside their family biopic film, “Unsung Hero!” This soundtrack features classic 90’s songs with a for KING AND COUNTRY twist to them! They also came out with a new video for the song “She Believes.” You can read more about the soundtrack HERE!

Abby shared about Zach Williams‘ newly announced fall tour, including a stop in Troy, Ohio on October 10! Read more about it from JesusFreakHideout.com by clicking here.

All of my hope
Is in the name
The name of Jesus
Breakthrough will come
Come in the name
The name of Jesus

This week it’s a stumper!

Congratulations to Doug for winning today’s “A Child Shall Lead Them” tickets from MTV Arts! For your chance to win tickets make sure you tune in to tomorrow’s morning thing (Wednesday 5/1).

0

The Afternoon Drive Honors the Legacy of Mandisa

Today, the Afternoon Drive honored the legacy of WNZR artist Mandisa, who passed away last Thursday. Mike, Abby, and Joe shared what artists posted to honor the late artist and her impact. They shared from TobyMac, Colton Dixon, and others. You can see all of the wonderful posts the artists have shared HERE!

Here is another link to tributes from JesusFreakHideout.com

Mike and Abby also shared about For King and Country’s new movie “Unsung Hero” that is coming out on Friday and will be shown at Premiere Theatres in Mount Vernon as well as theatres around the area! You can check out the Focus on the Family episode from Monday about the upcoming movie HERE!

And as You speak
A hundred billion creatures catch Your breath
Evolving in pursuit of what You said…

The song? ‘So Will I’ from Hillsong UNITED. Congratulations to Kathy from Mount Vernon, who matched up the artist and title and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Abby, Mike and Joe

0

Artist Newsday on this beautiful Tuesday!

Today for artist news day, Mike and Abby brought news about NEEDTOBREATHE and Ellie Holcomb!

Mike talked about NEEDTOBREATHE‘s additional dates for their upcoming tour and how they are making an impact even in the music industry beyond Christian music. You can read more about their tour HERE!

Abby talked about Ellie Holcomb‘s new album that came out this past week called “All of My Days.” She also performed at the Grand Ole Opry this week! You can read more about Ellie HERE!

Today was also National Orchid Day, so Mike and Abby talked about flowers for this beautiful spring day!

The sun goes up, the sun comes down
This old world keeps spinnin’ ’round
I’m here travelin’ down this long and winding road

The song? ‘Cornerstone’ from TobyMac and Zach Williams. Congratulations to Robin from Fredericktown, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Abby, Mike and Joe

0

Lauren Daigle returns to Ohio!

Today for Artist News Day we shared exciting things going on in the Christian music industry!

First, Lauren Daigle has been announced for the Ohio State Fair this Summer! The show will be July 29th at 7pm. The Morning Thing will be giving away tickets this week to the Fair Concert! You can find more information HERE!

Mike also talked about Jeremy Camp and his recent heart surgery. The surgery was successful, and he is now at home recovering. Camp underwent surgery March 11 to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart rhythm becomes irregular and often rapidly beats, leading to symptoms like difficulty in breathing and reduced ability to function normally. In fact, the surgery went so well that he will be back on tour next week!

Newsboys also have some exciting news! Click here to learn more from our friends at JesusFreakHideout.com.

Go tell the world about me
I was dead but now I live
I’ve gotta go now for a little while
But goodbye is not the end

Congratulations to Linda from Utica, who correctly guessed CAIN with ‘The Commission.’ She wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant, also in Utica!

Congratulations to Cynthia for being the first caller and winning a pair of WinterJam passes to the Cincinnati show taking place on March 24!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe, Abby and Mike

0

Lauren goes overseas; Chris embraces Irish!

Lauren Daigle announced yesterday that she will take her ‘Kaleidoscope Tour,’ abroad. This is Daigle’s first time playing in Europe since selling out a string of headline dates in 2019. She will headline performances at Gullbranna Festival in Sweden and Seaside Festival in Norway before the tour formally kicks off July 9 in Brussels and makes stops in Paris and Amsterdam before two shows in the UK – one in London and the other in Manchester, ending on July 15.

Lauren also announced new US dates, too. Find the full story from JesusFreakHideout.com and PFA Media by clicking here!

So what does an Irishman working and touring in the United States do to celebrate the start of March? Or what they call “St. Patrick’s Month?” Ask Chris Llewellyn of Rend Collective – he tried the Shamrock Shake, ordering with what he calls a ‘fake Irish accent’, and then described as, “light mint and heavy sugar.” He and the Rend team also toured a Target to look for green swag. You can follow Rend Collective and/or Chris on Instagram to see the full video. @rendcollective

No matter what you’ve done
You can’t erase His love
Nothing can change it
You’re not separated…

Congratulations to Betsy from Mount Vernon – she correctly guessed ‘No Matter What’ by Ryan Stevenson and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Joy from Mount Vernon wins the passes! Congratulations!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

0

Blog at WordPress.com.

Up ↑