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New song and album news…

Today we shared exciting news about:

For King and Country – on GMA this Friday to debut a new song…
read the story from JesusFreakHideout.com by clicking here

Jesus Culture – releasing a new live album!
find out more here

For more stories of artist creativity, head to WNZR.fm and click here.

When sorrows roar and troubles rage
You whisper peace when I don’t have the words to say
I won’t lose hope when storms won’t break

The song? It’s a stumper – we’ll bring it back next week.

Thanks for listening!”
– Joe and Todd

More artists inspire us!

The Afters are offering listeners a free download of their current single “I Will Fear No More”.  Many people are struggling in the grip of unemployment, self-isolation, and COVID-19, and feel overwhelmed in a constant news-cycle where uncertainty and panic is a headline. “I Will Fear No More” is an invitation to declare victory against these feelings of fear, worry, and anxiety. The “I Will Fear No More” download, along with videos and extra resources, can be found at freeccm.com/fearrnoore

Chris Tomlin was joined by Max LucadoPat BarrettMatt Maher, and We the Kingdom for a special Good Friday Service. You can watch it HERE.

Find the link to all of the artist activity here at WNZR.fm

There’s gotta be so much more to life than this,
A higher calling that I missed,
I want my life to count, every breath…

A stumper from last week! The answer is Newsboys with ‘Live With Abandon’ – congratulations to Marian from Danville who guessed correctly and wins the WNZR Game On shirt!

WNZR COVID-19 updates can be found here.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

The creative minds at work!

Today two of WNZR’s core artists get the spotlight –

Read here from JesusFreakHideout.com how Matthew West and Newsboys did some songs from home!

Matthew West - Take Heart (Live) - YouTube
NEWSBOYS - We Believe (Live from Home) - YouTube

There’s gotta be so much more to life than this,
A higher calling that I missed,
I want my life to count, every breath…

The song? Looks like a stumper!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

In the Father’s House!

Dear WNZR family,

Let me just take a moment to encourage you today…

This morning I was listening as I drove back to campus from a quick trip to the doctor’s office. Yes, I’m fine. I just was getting my regular blood draw and I am so thankful for the precautions my doctor and his amazing staff are taking to keep us safe. The song “The Father’s House” from Cory Asbury came on during The Morning Thing. For me, that song has been a HUGE one the last few weeks. I miss being in the father’s house – being with my church family. I’ll miss it this Easter morning. But guess what? The father’s house is ANYWHERE we invite Him to be. In our isolation of this crazy time, His house is your house, your car or truck, your office, and for me, the studio!

I’ve struggled with not having much control during COVID season, but I’ve learned this is a great opportunity to give it up! In the Father’s House, I don’t have to be ashamed to admit that I wrestle with control. He hears me and His love, like the song says, breaks through! What I see as weakness, He uses as a canvas for His strength.

Here’s a link to the video if you haven’t experienced “The Father’s House.”

For Artist Newsday, we shared more stories about the inspiring creativity during this time of COVID-19. Click this link to see what many of your favorite WNZR artists are doing to connect with us!

Well, I thought that I had seen most everything
And if jaded was a people, I’d be the king

The answer? TobyMac f/Cochren and Co. with “Edge of My Seat” – congratulations to Peter from Howard who answered correctly and wins the GameOn t-shirt!

Latest COVID-19 info by clicking here

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

Creativity and feedback

Today we shared a quick way that you can help us help you! Please take our Jacobs Media COVID-19 survey by clicking here

Today we shared more of the exciting creativity from our WNZR artists as they respond to COVID-19. Find the link here!

Today we shared stories about:
– Cochren and Co.
– Jeremy Camp
– Brandon Heath

Today’s Song Poetry was a stumper from two weeks ago:

This world can be cold and bitter
Feels like we’re in the dead of winter
Waiting on something better
But am I really gonna hide forever?

The answer? Unspoken – Start a Fire. Congratulations to Cathy from Mount Vernon who wins a WNZR Game On t-shirt.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

Creativity during COVID-19

Today we shared information about several WNZR artists who are doing creative things in the season of COVID-19. The full list of information is available at this link at WNZR.fm.

Find information about these artists:
– Matthew West
– Natalie Grant
– Zach Williams
– Danny Gokey

and many more!

There’s a light, I still see it…
There’s a hand still holding me,
even when I don’t believe it

The answer? Danny Gokey – Hope In Front of Me
Congratulations to Bonnie of Mount Vernon, who wins one of our WNZR GameOn shirts!

Thanks for listening!}
– Joe and Todd

Getting creative with the changes!

Today we shared some of the updates happening with concerts and tours, now that large gatherings are restricted due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please click the tour name for an update from JesusFreakHideout.com or the tour’s official site!

Michael W. Smith 35 years of Friends
TobyMac Hits Deep Tour
Amy Grant ‘Our Time is Now’
Compassion LIVE Roadshow
Winter Jam 2020

We also shared a story about two bands (Unspoken and Apollo LTD) getting innovative about having their shows postponed – read about it by clicking here!

This world can be cold and bitter
Feels like we’re in the dead of winter
Waiting on something better
But am I really gonna hide forever?

The answer? A STUMPER! We’ll bring it back next week!

Here’s the link about Quarantine Quiet Time with Matthew West and his family.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

New tours, new albums

Todd shared these stories today for Artist Newsday:

If I speak with a silver tongue, convince a crowd,
but don’t have love, I leave a bitter taste with every word I say

The answer? For King and Country’s “The Proof of Your Love.” Congratulations to Steven from Mount Vernon, who wins the WNZR Game On t-shirt.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

Winter Jam winning – week 2!

Today we shared Todd’s conversation with Riley Clemmons, who is part of Winter Jam 2020. The first stop in Ohio is this Saturday 2/22 at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus. This link will take you to The Morning Thing’s blog for the full conversation!

You want my tears, every messy word
Every scar and every fear, you want all I have
with no holding back

The answer?
Riley Clemmons – Broken Prayers

Our winner was Linda from Utica, who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Today’s Winter Jam pass winner was Clarissa of Columbus! Listen for another chance to win tomorrow…and as always, thanks for listening!

-Joe and Todd

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