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Jesus Freaks: Vinyl to Digital is a weekly cast dedicated to current and past Contemporary Christian Music and the artists behind the music. Each week we'll interview a different artist about their career, faith and the stories behind the songs. Permission obtained for all music used.
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In part 2 of this 2-part season finale, Steven Curtis Chapman talks about the struggles he faced as he began to rise in popularity within the CCM industry. Plus, he discusses his and wife, Mary Beth's passion for adoption and all they are doing to help children in need find loving homes. Of course, we also take a look back at a few favorite hits, as well as preview a couple of tracks off his new project, "Still"!*Music in this Episode:"The Change" - Sparrow Records"Got 2 B Tru" - Sparrow Reco...
He is a legend in the CCM world. His lyrics and music have touched millions. He has won multiple Grammy's Dove awards, GMA's and list keeps growing. But this icon of the industry is a self-proclaimed "Kentucky boy" at heart and he sits sits down with us in part one of this 2 part season finale to talk about his life and incredible career. He is the one and only Steve Curtis Chapman.*Music in this episode:"Lord of the Dance" - Sparrow Records"No Better Place" - Sparrow Records"My Turn Now" - S...
Idle Cure was unapologetic in their Christian Rock message during the late 80's and into the 90's. the sound was unmistakable and many had them labeled as the next Petra. But, despite their popularity, they never had a formal U.S. tour, nor did they ever quit their day jobs. In this episode, co-founders of the group, Steve Shannon (Lead Vocals) and Mark Ambrose (Keys, Guitar), talk about their faith and their journey, plus what they are up to these days!*Music in this episode:"Frontline" - Fr...
In Part 2 of our interview with Rex Carrol, lead guitarist for Whitecross, Rex gives insight into things God was working on inside him during the prime era of the band. He also gets very honest about what drove he and lead vocalist Scott Wenzel apart. Plus, we preview two new tracks from Whitecross' new project, "Fear No Evil"!Support this show!Music in this episode:"Take it to the Limit" - Jubilee Communications "The Hammer and the Nail" - Jubilee Communications"Shakedown" - Jubilee Communic...
He is one of the most iconic and prolific guitarists known to Christian metal music! Rex Carrol joins us as our guest in part one of this two-part episode about his faith, life and career. In this episode, he discusses with us his early life, how he knew this was his calling and how Whitecross, as we know it, came to be!Support this show!Music in the Episode:"Flashpoint" - 214 Records"Attention Please" - Jubilee Communications"Over the Top" - 214 Records"No Way I'm Going Down" - Pure Metal"Li...
Lisa Bevill was a powerhouse Christina artist in the 90's and early 2000's. Her poppy, and also sensitive, touch made her music unique and endearing. In addition, she was the only female artists involved int he "True Love Waits" movement that was very popular at the time, but coming under some criticism now.In this episode, we talk to Lisa about her life and the stories behind her music career. Plus, she answers some of those criticism about "Tru Love Waits" and talks about her days serving a...
In this mid-season finale, we conclude our conversation with Mark and Brynn Gersmehl. They talk about the break-ups of their respective bands and the new music they are up to creating now! Plus, we get to preview a previously unreleased track from Mark and Brynn's collective effort called, "Soulbreather"!To support this podcast please click HERE!Music in this Episode:"Independence Day" - Whiteheart (Star Song)"Only Heaven Knows" - Rachel Rachel (Dayspring)"Heaven of My Heart" - Whiteheart (St...
Mark Gersmehl was one of the founding members of Whiteheart, as well as one of only two members to with the band from start to finish. Brynn Gersmehl served as the keyboardist for the all-female Christian rock group, Rachel Rachel. While on tour together, they found love. In this episode, they talk about their difficult roads to the faith, their respective careers and their love story.To Support this podcast, please click HERE!Music In this episode:"You'll never Know" - Rachel Rachel (Dayspri...
Lary Dean is the front man for the progressive metal band, Trytan. Although he considered himself a believer from a young age, it took the tragic death of a friend to get him to commit his life to Christ. Now, as both a pastor and musician, Lary is reaching the lost like never before. In this episode, we talk to Lary about his faith, career and his new musical projects upcoming, including a preview of an unreleased track from his new project called, "Eminate".For more information on Lary and ...
On September 19, 1997, the world said goodbye to one of the most prolific and, sometimes controversial, Christian artists of his day, Rich Mullins. Mullins' soared to CCM stardom with hits like "Awesome God" and "Sometimes by Step", but his deep convictions and poetic mind prevented him from relishing in his fame. Like Keith Green before him, he walked to the beat of his own drum and did the music he wanted. Tragically, his life was cut short in an automobile accident.In this episode, we talk...
Russ Lee wasn't raised in a Christian home. In fact, by the time he was 17, he was already dealing drugs. But he knew there was something more and he was missing out. One night, with his drugs still in the trunk of his car, he attended a church service that changed his life. That began a path that would take him to fronting one of the most iconic CCM groups, Newsong, as well as embarking on his own solo career. This week, we talk to Russ about his life, faith and the choices he made along the...
His raspy blues voice defined Guardian's distinct sound for over a decade. In our season premier, Jamie Rowe sat down with us to talk about his faith, career and what he's up to these days. In this episode, we learn the stories behind some of Guardian's most popular songs and how John Elefante and Steve Taylor helped to make them such a huge success in the Chritian metal world.Music in this Episode:"Eye of the Storm" - Tempest (Star Song)"Fire and Love" - Guardian (Word)"I Found Love"- Guardi...
In this final episode of season 2, our interview with the great Randy Stonehill picks up right where it left off, as Randy tells what it was like when he got the news of Keith Green's death. As Stonehill takes us through his solo career, we talk about his unique songwriting style, as well as preview some tracks from his brand new project, Lost Art of Listening! Plus, did you know Randy was in a really bad horror movie called, Beware the Blob! in 1972? Don't believe us? Click HERE and forward ...
Known as one of the pioneers of Contemporary Christian Music, Randy Stonehill paved the way for future artists and set the standard for writing solid Christian Music. But his journey was not an easy one and it was his friendship with the late Larry Norman that ultimately led him to Christ. In this episode, Randy talks about his incredible journey to find Christ, as well as his complex relationship with friend and songwriting partner, the late Keith Green. Join us for part 1 of this 2-part sea...
As the bassist for the powerhouse CCM group, The Newsboys, and also as a solo artist, Phil Joel has enjoyed a successful career in the CCM industry. But it hasn't come without its trial or difficult choices. In this episode, Joel talks about how ha cane to join the Newsboys, the hard decision to leave and how God has used his solo career to make a difference beyond his music. Plus, we'll take a look back a some Newsboys favorites that Joel was a part of, as well as preview some tracks from hi...
Paul Roraback was the drummer for the Christian grunge band, Grammatrain, back in the early 90's. In this episode, he talks about his faith and how his love of music served as the catalyst to forming the band. However, after only putting out two albums, they stopped playing together when the lead vocalist recanted his faith. The experience, as well as a similar one in a different band of Paul's, left him reeling. Now, Roraback has a new band, PJ Bostic, and he is proud that his music has mean...
Kim Boyce came in to Christian Contemporary Music in an era when artists like Tiffany and Debbie Gibson were all the rage. She quickly became a Christian Pop icon with two number one singles off her debut album! In this episode, she talks about her career, balancing her music and family, and the Strongs tests of faith she endured after her music career had concluded. This episode is gonna be rad!To support this podcast, click HERE!Music used in this episode:"Love Resurrection" - Kim Boyce (My...
Danny Mariano founded, and sang lead vocals for, what could have been one of the greatest Christian Metal bands ever. Instead, the band quickly folded shortly after their one and only album was released. Since then, that project has reached cult-like status in the Christian metal world, and has been a source of rumors and conjecture as to why the band broke up. In this episode, Mariano opens up about what truly happened to Rage of Angels and what happened to his attempts to reform the band. P...
John Schlitt was the lead vocalist for Head East in the 70's and early 80's. But his Rock & Roll lifestyle soon landed him a swamp of drugs and alcohol he couldn't seem to escape. Then, on the cusp of deciding to take his own life, a visit to his wife's pastor changed John's life forever. Soon thereafter, he would give up his vices and would go on to front one of the most iconic Christian Rock groups to date, Petra. In this episode, John takes us on the journey that got him to where he is...
Rick Florian was the lead vocalist for one of the hottest Christian Rock Groups from the late 80's and 90's, White Heart. Starting as a roadie and then landing the gig as lead singer, Florian's power vocals took the band to new heights. This week, we talk to Rick about his days with the band, how he got there and what he's doing now. Plus, he answers the question every White heart fan wants to know - Could White Heart take the stage again?If you'd like to support this program please visit www...
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love this show. keep up the good work. blessings to all.