Best Andy Chrisman Podcasts (2024)

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Steve Wiggins - Big Tent Revival 1:39:03

3h ago1:39:03

1:39:03

Big Tent Revival is one of my favorite 90s CCM bands. Their unique blend of pop, rock and folk with a Memphis twist gave us classic songs like "Two Sets of Jones" and "Choose Life". Their music left a lasting impression on those of us who listened to Christian radio in that era and their frontman Steve Wiggins is my guest on this episode. Get ready…

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Mark Stuart - Audio Adrenaline 59:33

11d ago59:33

59:33

If you’re between the ages of 30-60 years old you probably know every word to Audio Adrenaline’s song “Big House” or else you didn’t grow up on Christian radio! Mark Stuart is with me on the podcast to share his story and take us on an incredible journey of his career and personal life that I know will leave you believing that God is ALWAYS up to s…

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Ron Hemby 1:13:44

3h ago1:13:44

1:13:44

On this episode I’m going full on fan-boy because Ron Hemby - one of the greatest voices in music history and a member of The Imperials in the late 80’s - is my guest today. If you haven’t listened to The Imperials “This Years Model” in a while get it cued up cuz you’re gonna want to listen to it once this episode is over, or put it on in the backg…

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Joel Hanson - PFR 1:31:51

17d ago1:31:51

1:31:51

"Goldie's Last Day" was a genre-bending and game-changing album in the 1990's and made PFR one of the most beloved CCM bands of all time. On this episode I sit down with band member Joel Hanson to talk about their early days, his journey post-PFR and why we all need a Sabbath! Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Larnelle Harris 1:09:19

28d ago1:09:19

1:09:19

One of the most distinct and dynamic voices in the history of Christian music belongs to Larnelle Harris. I had the privilege of touring and getting to know Larnelle in the 1990's and he continues to be someone I look up to and gain inspiration from to this day. The history of our industry cannot be told without this man's legacy and the songs he's…

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Pam Thum 57:35

1M ago57:35

57:35

One of the most beautiful voices in CCM history belongs to one of the most beautiful people I've ever met on my musical journey. Pam Thum grew up with parents who were traveling evangelists and carried their heart for seeing people meet Jesus into her solo career. It's been way too long since she and I had the chance to talk, so sit back and relax …

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Billy Smiley 1:15:43

1M ago1:15:43

1:15:43

Let's run down this resume, shall we? - Played trumpet for The Bill Gaither Trio. - Recorded multiple fluglehorn albums. - Wrote lots of big songs for CCM artists. - Has produced tons of label acts. - And, oh yeah, started a little band called Whiteheart! Want to hear a bunch of really cool Christian music backstories? Then sit back and enjoy my co…

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4HIM's Marty Magehee 1:40:52

2M ago1:40:52

1:40:52

The trilogy is complete as I sit down with the guy who makes me laugh harder than anyone I've ever known! After solo conversations with 4HIM'S Mark Harris and Kirk Sullivan I was finally able to nab Marty due to his crazy schedule to talk about his joy of educating the next generation, the insane reality of touring life and a bunch of other stuff I…

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Charles Billingsley 56:59

2M ago56:59

56:59

There are a handful of CCM artists that have become true peers for me, people I can call and talk about life and career anytime. Charles Billingsley is one of those artists. His career with Newsong and as a solo artist were the springboard to becoming one of the most influential worship pastors and mentors in the world! We tend to intersect with ea…

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Dallas Holm 56:47

2M ago56:47

56:47

You want to talk classic Christian artists? Well they don't get any more classic than Dallas Holm! I first sang his songs "Rise Again" and "I Saw The Lord" as a young man growing up in central Texas and to have recorded with him in the 90s and to call him my friend today is something I could never have imagined! Dallas is one of kind, humble and fu…

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Twila Paris 1:18:02

2M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

If you're going to attempt to rank the most important artists in CCM history I'm going to bet that Twila Paris makes your top 10. In my opinion, Twila belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of female artists! Her endearing voice, her delightful personality, her groundbreaking songwriting (she has songs in the hymn book!) and her induction into the Gospel Musi…

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Steve Green 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

One of the most distinctive voices in CCM history is also one of the godliest men I've ever been around. You may want to pull out your journal and take notes during this conversation! Steve shares his story of growing up a missionary kid, his "accidental" entrance into CCM, and how he spends his time now that he's not hitting the stage as much as h…

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Kathy Troccoli 1:08:26

3M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

One of the reasons I love doing this podcast is to reunite with friends I haven't seen in ages. I've been a fan of Kathy Troccoli's voice and music since I was a teenager, and to get to tour with and get to know her in the 90s was special! Join me as I catch up with one of the great CCM artists of all time. Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Billy Simon - CCM songwriter 1:18:54

3M ago1:18:54

1:18:54

One of the great songwriters of the golden era of CCM is my friend Billy Simon. Not only did he write songs for Amy Grant, Point of Grace and a host of other artists, he wrote some of the biggest songs in 4HIM's career - "Where There is Faith", "A Man You'd Write About", "When It's Time To Go", and "In Your Care" just to name a few! Billy's story i…

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Michele Pillar 55:04

3M ago55:04

55:04

Join me for a true outdoor, whatever happens...happens episode as I sit down with Michele Pillar on the front porch of her ranch outside Nashville! Michele is one of the cornerstone artists of modern Christian music, becoming a best-selling CCM artist, a best-selling author, an in-demand speaker...and being a guest voice on The Simpsons?? Michele i…

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John Mays - legendary CCM A&R director 46:39

4M ago46:39

46:39

You cannot tell the story of Christian music without John Mays. In his nearly 40 year career, Mays discovered and signed Point Of Grace, Cindy Morgan, Matt Redman, Nichole Nordeman (just to name a few). And, oh yeah, he took a chance on a young vocalist named Lauren Daigle! This episode is full of great CCM stories and trivia, as well as an intimat…

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Jaci Velasquez 1:11:16

4M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

I first met Jaci when she was 15 years old, singing with the voice of a seasoned pro! She and her mom jumped on the 4HIM bus for two different tours in the 90s and now 30 years later we sit down to talk about life as a teen CCM sensation, the roads she never thought she'd travel, and how raising a family is not at all what she thought it would be. …

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Steve Geyer 58:20

4M ago58:20

58:20

Few people make me laugh harder than my friend, comedian Steve Geyer! But as funny as he is, his heart is just as big and I'm so glad for the time we spent on tour together. I've learned so much from Steve over the years - from learning how to improvise in difficult situations, to not taking things so seriously, to being an example of someone who l…

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John Michael Talbot 1:01:09

4M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

I'm not sure there's been anyone else in the history of CCM like John Michael Talbot! From success as a member of the rock band Mason Profitt, to becoming one of the best selling Christian artists of all time, to becoming a Roman Catholic monk and starting a monastery - there's plenty to talk about with one of the most fascinating people I've ever …

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Andy & Mark - Song stories (and lots of other stuff) PART 2 52:56

5M ago52:56

52:56

....and we're back with more 4HIM stories! Sit back and enjoy this fun conversation with me and Mark Harris! Support the Show. andychrisman.comBy Andy Chrisman

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Andy & Mark - Song stories (and lots of other stuff) PART 1 57:22

5M ago57:22

57:22

When Mark and I sit down together I never know where things are going to go! My goal was to get as many stories behind the hit songs he's written as I could, but of course we mostly ended up laughing and chasing rabbits as we took a look back on our careers. And we talked so much I was able to get two episodes full of content! Stay tuned for PART 2…

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Billy Sprague 50:59

5M ago50:59

50:59

Billy Sprague is one of the most important artists and writers of the golden era of CCM! I first met Billy at one of his famous "golden scoop" ice cream parties in Nashville in the early 90s, and I've been a big fan of his music and his books for as long as I can remember. I'm excited to reconnect with Billy and share a bit of his amazing journey w…

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Andy Ivey - 4HIM's first A&R Director 1:11:47

5M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

You cannot tell the story of 4HIM without Andy Ivey! Andy was our first A&R director at Benson and was instrumental in helping us put together our first 4 albums, and in the process became a lifelong friend. If you like "behind the scenes" music industry talk you're gonna love this episode! Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Brian White 1:04:49

6M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

One of the most successful songwriters in modern country music is a veteran of CCM. Brian White and I go way back, in fact it's hard to find a picture of me in the early 90s without Brian somewhere in the background! From his days as the leader of Brian White and Justice to being a hit song writing machine Brian is a fixture in the Nashville music …

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Gary Chapman 1:14:42

6M ago1:14:42

1:14:42

Conversations like this are why I started this podcast! I consider Gary Chapman to be one of the founding fathers of modern christian music, and I'm honored to call him my friend. His ability to tell a story that keeps you leaned in and wide eyed is one of his greatest gifts, so get ready! From his career as a songwriter, performer, talk show host,…

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Mac Powell 1:09:23

6M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

It's episode #50 and who better to have on than one of the most distinctive voices and the leader of one of the most significant bands in CCM history! And he's also one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet! Mac Powell joins me to share his journey through the music industry and how God continues to keep dropping opportunities in his path. Support th…

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Tim Hawkins 50:56

6M ago50:56

50:56

I've had the joy of touring with some talented people in my career, and that includes my friend Tim Hawkins. He's not just a comedian, but a musician and a preacher of the gospel! Get ready to laugh and be inspired by one of the comedy greats - Tim Hawkins Support the Show. andychrisman.comBy Andy Chrisman

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Geron Davis 1:03:47

6M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

I cannot tell the story of my Christian music career without Geron Davis! His songs "Holy Ground" and "Holy of Holies" were the first big songs I sang as a young artist, and I'm glad I've had the privilege to call him my friend for nearly 40 years. Geron's songs of worship and the gospel life have been recorded by countless christian and secular ar…

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Rick Cua 50:52

7M ago50:52

50:52

Rick Cua is one of the greatest musicians and frontmen in the history of CCM! From his early days in the secular band The Outlaws to deciding he wanted to share Jesus with as many people as possible through his music, I know you’re going to love getting to know this true Christian music trailblazer. Support the Show. andychrisman.com…

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Geoff Moore 1:17:11

7M ago1:17:11

1:17:11

Geoff Moore is one of the best people I've ever had the chance to get to know and I'm glad I could snag him for a sit down to talk about his career. From the early days of touring in a cargo van, to his band becoming a mainstay on Christian radio and writing hits with Steven Curtis Chapman, Geoff's life has been a great adventure! And what's he's d…

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John Styll - CCM Magazine 1:00:47

7M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

I could describe John as an authority on the history of Christian music. Getting his start in Southern California during the Jesus movement and infancy of Christian music, John was a constant figure throughout the golden era of the industry as the founder and editor of CCM Magazine. And that magazine was where so many of us were introduced to Chris…

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Ask Andy Anything! - with Michael Neale 1:20:34

7M ago1:20:34

1:20:34

A bunch of you posted on our Facebook page questions you'd like answered about the touring life, how we made our albums, etc. My friend Michael Neale hops on this episode to moderate and keep me from rambling! Support the Show. andychrisman.comBy Andy Chrisman

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Chonda Pierce 57:28

8M ago57:28

57:28

She's one of the great comedians of all time, and she happens to be a sister in Christ and a long time friend. I toured with Chonda back in the early 2000s and she has been one of my favorite people ever since! Get ready for an hour of laughs and "wow!" moments as the best selling comedian of ALL TIME shares her amazing story. I hope you're ready f…

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Mark Schultz 1:04:56

8M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

It’s the story you’ve heard so many times before - a singer/songwriter has a dream, they pack up their car and drive to Nashville, they get a job waiting tables and then - BAM - a record deal, a major tour, number 1 songs and Dove awards. And that’s the story of Mark Schultz….sort of. In my opinion Mark is one of the most engaging artists of the ea…

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Stu G 56:09

8M ago56:09

56:09

Join me for my first episode of 2024 as I spend time with Stu G - one of the most influential songwriters and guitar players in CCM history! From his humble beginnings growing up in the UK, to his groundbreaking career in the band Delirious?, to having even more influence on the modern worship scene with One Sonic Society, Stu's journey is one for …

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Wayne Kirkpatrick 1:18:01

9M ago1:18:01

1:18:01

Has there been a more successful artist in CCM history than Wayne Kirkpatrick? The easy answer is "NO!" Whether it's writing hit songs for Amy Grant, MWS, Eric Clapton or producing albums for Susan Ashton or Little Big Town just to name a few, to writing hit Broadway shows - Wayne's career has been as widely varied as it has been wildly successful.…

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#19 - Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs with Lindy Cover 26:17

9M ago26:17

26:17

Stephen sits down for a great conversation with Lindy Cofer (missionary with YWAM, songwriter & worship leader). Her wisdom and insight on creating space for God to speak to songwriters is invaluable, as is her heart for sensing and listening to God's calling. Make sure to check out her music as well.…

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Andy & Kirk - 2HIM stories 1:12:31

9M ago1:12:31

1:12:31

Get ready to join me and Kirk Sullivan - one of the 4HIM guys and someone I toured with for 20 years. And boy do we have stories! Of course we'll only get to a handful of the crazy things we've experienced together so maybe this is just the first hour of many as I do my best to archive as many of these stories as possible. Support the Show. andychr…

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First Call 1:13:46

9M ago1:13:46

1:13:46

If you're a "first call" studio musician it means that you are the best of the best. As a trio Melodie Tunney, Bonnie Keen and Marty McCall had a successful studio career singing bgv's and jingles, but when they "accidentally" recorded a hit song they had a choice to make - do they keep their day jobs as studio singers or take their talents on the …

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#18 - Anna Golden 44:52

10M ago44:52

44:52

Stephen has a great conversation with former Radio Disney Star, songwriter and worship leader Anna Golden. She talks about her journey and her role at Shoreline City Church in Dallas. She has great advice for any leader trying to lead up (and out!), along with some thoughts on "church hurt," and how to deal with it. We know you'll love hearing from…

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Jamie Rowe - Guardian 52:00

10M ago52:00

52:00

One of the great voices in the history of Christian music belongs to Jamie Rowe, who made his name as the leader singer of the rock band Guardian. These conversations with artists who weren’t normally heard on the biggest Christina radio stations but yet had a loyal following fascinate me, because they tell a story that’s similar yet wildly differe…

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Roger Breland - TRUTH 1:22:54

10M ago1:22:54

1:22:54

Well look who dropped by the 1 Degree podcast - my first employer in Christian music, the one and only Roger Breland! I hit the road with TRUTH in 1987 and by 1990 I had made lifelong friends, developed a skillset that would define my career and met 3 other guys whom you might know... There's no one I've ever met like Roger - a true entertainment p…

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#17 - Blake Wiggins, Housefires 41:24

10M ago41:24

41:24

Stephen sits down with Blake Wiggins from the band Housefires. You'll hear all about Blake's journey from small-town Georgia to leading worship at Grace Midtown in Atlanta.It's a great conversation about the importance of leading well in a smaller church environment, and how that posture informs his writing and leading in a larger context.…

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Michael Roe - 77's 1:02:51

10M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

How does alternative rock fit into the Christian music narrative? That’s a fascinating question and one that Michael Roe of the groundbreaking band 77s answers on this episode of 1 Degree. From being banned in Christian music stores, to opening the door for bands like DC Talk and The Newsboys to leaving behind an incredible body of music I think yo…

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Lisa Bevill 1:15:38

10M ago1:15:38

1:15:38

Even if you haven't heard her albums you've definitely heard her voice. Lisa Bevill has had a remarkable career as a jingle and session singer and her CCM career set a precedent for female vocalists that followed. Lisa has a remarkable story of God placing her in amazing situations and her endurance through the difficult times of life will inspire …

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#16 - Wade Joye 38:27

10M ago38:27

38:27

Get your notepad ready! Stephen sits down for a great conversation with Wade Joye, longtime worship pastor at Elevation Church, to talk about his story and what it was like to transition into a new season. For anyone in leadership, grab your whole team and have a listen. We know you'll get a lot out of it. You may also want to go through Wade's new…

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Eddie DeGarmo 56:46

10M ago56:46

56:46

I’m doing my best not to geek out with my guest on this episode of 1 Degree - my 14 year old self would not believe that I get to sit down with Degarmo and Key’s Eddie DeGarmo and talk about his career, his early days and his mind blowing impact on the world of christian music! And I guess I shouldn’t be surprised that Eddie is one of the most genu…

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Billy Gaines 1:27:48

11M ago1:27:48

1:27:48

Are you ready for the rollercoaster story of one of the most beloved CCM artists? Billy Gaines, along with his then wife Sarah, was a fixture in Christian music in the 80s and 90s and he was influential in my career with 4him - just watching his level of excellence at work and his voice that could speak to the soul. But his journey took a big turn …

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Phil Keaggy 49:42

11M ago49:42

49:42

He might be the most respected musician in the history of Christian Music! Getting his start with his band Glass Harp and opening for bands like Yes and the Kinks - Phil Keaggy has an impressive resume! His gentle nature and compelling story parallel his music and career and it was just a pleasure to spend an hour with Phil. Support the Show. andyc…

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Tony Wood - CCM Songwriter 49:57

11M ago49:57

49:57

If you ever wanna talk to a full-time, award winning, "all I do is write hit songs" songwriter - Tony Wood is that guy! He's written more than 900 songs that have been recorded on many of your favorite albums, and as of today he has 36 #1 songs in Christian Music. You may not have heard his name, but he's written many of the songs that have become …

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