Driving Notes

Abby shared about how Riley Clemmons is celebrating the release of her 3rd studio album! Church Pew is a collection of songs and stories including recent singles “Loved By You” and “Miracles.” Riley just performed some of these songs at the Grand Ole Opry and will be joining Zach Williams on his tour later this month. Click here to read more about this exciting new release!

In other news, Mike revealed that CAIN has just dropped the title track to their upcoming album, called “Jesus Music!” This track, along with the newly released music video, celebrates some of the artists that have influenced CAIN by including the titles of their songs. You can check out that video below and read more here!

No more searching

Heaven’s healing’s gonna find where all the hurt is

When Jesus calls, we’ll lay down all our heavy burdens

Carry on

We had a stumper this week! That means you can tune in for a chance at winning TWO gift cards to Watt’s Restaurant for next week’s Gametime Tuesday.

Thanks for listening!

-Mike and Abby

NEEDTOBREATHE has a new album! The release of “CAVES” involves an exciting collaboration with an alternative band called Judah & The Lion with the song “Dreams,” which they just performed together on the Today Show! You can watch that here.

for KING + COUNTRY is also celebrating an exciting release with the deluxe edition of their album “WHAT ARE WE WAITING FOR.” The expanded 17-track collection includes the duo’s four most recent consecutive #1 singles, plus two brand new songs and two previously released collaborations. Read more about this slew of new music here!

In other news, the 54th Annual Dove Awards has just announced their host for this year… and it is Tauren Wells! Having previously won eight awards, including Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year in 2018, Wells will be hosting the night as well as performing on the show. You can watch this exciting event for Christian and Gospel music on Friday, October 20th at 8pm and 10pm ET if you head to the TBN channel or app. Click here to read more about Tauren Wells and the Dove Awards!

You were there in the valley of shadows

You were there in the depth of my sorrows

You’re my strength, my hope for tomorrow

I’ve been blessed beyond all measure

This week was a stumper! Make sure you listen in to our Song Poetry game next Tuesday for a chance at winning TWO gift cards to Watts Restaurant because we are still looking for a winner.

Thanks for listening!

-Mike and Abby

For today’s Artist Newsday, Mike shared about Natalie Grant’s performance of the National Anthem at the NFL annual primetime kickoff game. Read more about this incredible moment here!

Abby shared about Phil Wickham, whose new album I BELIEVE debuted at #1 on the charts and who just wrapped up a nearly sold-out tour. You can read more about him here.

What is the name of KB’s album that was released on August 11, 2023?

The answer– His Glory Alone 2

Congratulations to Alex for calling in and winning two tickets to Sonfest!

When confusion’s my companion

And despair holds me for ransom

I will feel no fear

I know that You are near

And today’s mystery song was… Shoulders– for KING & COUNTRY. Shout out to Linda for guessing correctly and winning two Watt’s Restaurant gift cards after last week’s stumper!

Thanks for tuning in!

-Mike and Abby

We are talking about some new releases today, and the first is Casting Crowns! The band is celebrating their 20th anniversary with a special album release on September 29th. This will include 21 reimagined versions of their songs with 21 guest artists– you can go listen to “Oh My Soul” with Katy Nichole and “Voice of Truth” with David Leonard right now! Read more about the upcoming album here.

Patrick Mayberry has just released his new album, Wild Faith! This 10-song tracklist is inspired by Patrick’s own journey of faith as well as Psalm 23 which you can read about here.

What is KB’s official/real name? The answer– Kevin Elijah Burgess.

Congratulations to Suzanne for calling in and correctly answering today’s trivia question and winning two tickets to Sonfest!

We had a stumper today! That means next week, the Song Poetry will be worth two Watt’s Restaurant gift cards… make sure you tune in and call in if you know the answer!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Mike and Abby