What Else? With Corey Mann

Christian Music Broadcasters needed a new leader, and Michelle Younkman was just standing around throwing life vests off the Music Boat. She knew she wanted to be in the ‘biz’, and had a dream, but along comes God with a different pathway.2:56 – Michelle knew she wanted to be involved in the Christian Music Industry…6:54 – If you owned your own radio station….8:38 – Your very first music business paycheck13:30 – Opportunity comes knocking17:17 – A word for a first timer, and a word for the veteran broadcastersFor more info on Momentum, visit www.cmbonline.orgMentioned in this episode: 198 Kristian StanfillProud to be a part of the Brave Podcast Network

If you listen to Christian music at all, there’s a good chance you have sang along to a Mitch Wong lyric or two. He’s worked with so many artists,(Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, CeCe Winans, Rhett Walker, Leeland, Brandon Lake, Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe, and many more).This Grammy Awarding winning artist chats about origins, law school, gymnastics, hobbits, and advice for an aspiring songwriter.00:36 - Mitch Wong song resume’2:49 - Grammy win = green cards6:58 - Mitch’s Jesus Story9:53 - Exactly how big of a Hobbit fan?11:50 - 8 pack abs13:33 - Wait a minute, you studied law?18:17 - The Finished Product22:54 - Advice for aspiring songwriters

I vividly remember hearing the debut album from LEELAND “Sound of Melodies” in 2006 and was instantly hooked. How do these big songs come out of a 16 year old kid? Leeland Mooring is all grown up now, has a few awards on the shelf, a beautiful family, and a new album coming out in March 2023. We talk origins, traveling evangelists, adoption, new music, what ‘success’ looks like in the Kingdom of God, and much more in this longer-than-usual episode. Did I mention I was a huge fan of this guy? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Wrapping up another year of chatting with CCM artists, this episode gives you slices of those chats with some familiar names, and some up-and-comers as well. You’ll hear from Steven Curtis Chapman, Blessing Offor, Taya, Katy Nichole, Ben Fuller, Newsboys, Anne Wilson, Tasha Layton, Bo Rinehart, and Kristian Stanfill. Thanks for listening, check out archived episodes, leave a comment, share an episode with a friend, and make good choices.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Blame it on Uncle Steve for handing Kristian his first guitar. Years later, Kristian is leading worship at Passion City Church in Atlanta, and leading thousands of college kids in worship for Passion events. Here comes the spoiler alert, not all worship leaders are flawless, and Kristian pulls back the curtain on the last couple of years, a defining day in November 2020, and now a new release that, in my opinion, is his best work.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This young man is one of my new favorite artists. After witnessing a massive 90 minute sing-a-long at the famous Ryman Auditorium, I needed to know more about this ‘unicorn’. I found out some things, like he can rock a banjo, he’s a coffee snob, Grand Rapids has a special place in his heart, and he picks up strays.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I always enjoy my time with Matt Maher. His new album “The Stories I tell Myself” has quite a background story that builds to completion and is out now. You’ll get name drops of Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Lone Bellow, but they all play a role in the unfolding story of Matt’s current project. Plus, how did “In The Room” come into focus? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

An artist doesn’t have to be born into a community to be embraced by its people. Just ask Evan Craft. Find out what makes Evan Craft one of the most successful artists in Latin music today. From YouTube streams to the top of the charts, multiple projects, recorded in both Spanish and English, he’s committed to making a difference in a hurting world.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Singer, songwriter, author Matthew West makes his record 5th appearance on this podcast. With this special occasion, we have installed the “Wheel of Questions”. The new book is called “The God Who Stays”, we talk books, baseball, and autographs.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the eve of their 11th studio album, MERCYME chat with me about their 28 year longevity, the summer of 2022, what to not forget when going on tour, and that mysterious painting in their recording studio-cabin.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When it comes to worship music in the church in 2022, Cody Carnes is writing and singing songs that we all are singing along to. From his origins in Texas, to leading worship alongside his wife, Kari Jobe, Cody has released a whole new batch of songs on his latest project, “God is Good”.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Needtobreathe fans know the name, they also know Bo is no longer in the band. For those who are casual fans, let me introduce you to one of the most creative individuals I have come to know. His story is unfolding, and restoration and redemption is happening. This is a longer-than-usual episode, but I think you’ll learn something new if you are a longtime Needtobreathe fan, and I think you’ll also be inspired by his journey.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dan is from Canada, he introduced me to Ketchup flavored chips, he also stood next to me at Needtobreathe. It’s Dan’s first appearance on this podcast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Grammy nominated, Dove Award winning singer, songwriter, speaker, podcaster, father, husband Tauren Wells pulled me aside in early June and said, “Bro! we are doing this podcast!” He delivered. We talk upbringing, Royal Tailor, podcasting, the upcoming tour, and his dream to play in the NBA.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You might remember the female vocalist in Group 1 Crew, but Blanca has busted out on her own solo adventure, with a new album called, “The Heartbreak & The Healing”.We talk about childhood, parents, parenting, getting lost at WalMart, the new album, new season of life, and sliding into DM’s the right way.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Best friends since grade school, the guys in Seventh Time Down had figured out how to continue to get along and make great music.  Their new album, “By Faith” is out, and here’s hoping the band can hit the road soon.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Discovered in a Colorado coffeehouse, Rachael Lampa signed her first record deal while most of us were transitioning from junior high to high school. Her debut album made its way to Christian radio, then came Dove Awards, touring, and much success. Hear Rachael’s story of becoming a nanny, singing back-up for some big names, and what she’s excited about right now. Plus, an exclusive announcement right at the beginning of the episode. Rachael is still involved in “People Loving Nashville”, read more about that outreach at www.peoplelovingnashville.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jason Crabb started singing, with his family, in his father’s church at a very young age. Originating from Beaver Dam, Kentucky, the Crabb Family would earn 16 #1 songs on the Christian radio southern gospel charts. The Crabb Family has been nominated for 22 GMA Dove Awards, winning 11, (Jason winning 10 on his own). The family have also received three NARAS Grammy Award nominations, (Jason winning 2 on his own.) An avid sports card collector, a love for old cars, and a family man – if you don’t know him, you’ll love this ‘good ol’ boy’ by the time the episode is done.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When he wakes up in the morning, Jim Sonefeld knows that his band’s (Hootie & the Blowfish) debut album “Cracked Rear View” is in the Top 20 best-selling albums of all time. Jim has a new book called, “Swimming with the Blowfish”, we talk Hootie, addiction, Jesus, and what’s next.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He’s been with the Newsboys the longest, and this guitarist from Indiana doesn’t like just sitting around a venue waiting to play. He turned down the very first Newsboys invite, he makes his own guitars, and he’s known better for another craft than actually playing guitar, find out in this episode.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy