Episodes

  • Jason Crabb - Never give up on your dreams: the incredible story of Jason's journey from southern gospel to mainstream success.

    Jason Crabb - Never give up on your dreams: the incredible story of Jason's journey from southern gospel to mainstream success.
    Mar 10 2025
    This is a story of healing and forgiveness, and the power of never giving up. From a broken home and a journey through dark times to becoming one of the most beloved Christian artists today, Jason Crabb has an incredible story that I know will cause you dwell on the goodness of God!
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    55 mins
  • Phillips, Craig & Dean - Perfect harmonies and unified hearts: the story of CCM's most beloved trio.

    Phillips, Craig & Dean - Perfect harmonies and unified hearts: the story of CCM's most beloved trio.
    Mar 3 2025
    Psalm 133 says, “How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity.” That verse accurately describes my guests today - Phillips, Craig and Dean! Their vocal harmonies and catalogue will be remembered as some of the most loved in CCM history, but more than that they are some of the best men I’ve ever been around, true brothers with a common heart and vision.
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    51 mins
  • Leon Patillo: From Santana to CCM, no one impacted Christian music quite like Leon

    Leon Patillo: From Santana to CCM, no one impacted Christian music quite like Leon
    Feb 24 2025
    My guest today had some of the biggest hits in Christian Music in the 1980s. Leaving a successful career as the lead singer for Santana, Leon Patillo became one of the most celebrated artists in CCM history. This is one of the most honest and raw conversations I’ve had to date and every minute of it is a reflection of God’s grace.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Mike Donehey: Tenth Ave North’s frontman is the definition of a CCM Renaissance Man

    Mike Donehey: Tenth Ave North’s frontman is the definition of a CCM Renaissance Man
    Feb 17 2025
    Unquestionably one of the best bands in Christian music in the 2000s was Tenth Avenue North. Their front man, Mike Donehey, is my guest today and he joins me to talk about their career and why things are much different in the music industry than they were 20 years ago. Mike has a lot to say about an artist’s calling and the necessity for deep friendship.
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    56 mins
  • Michelle Tumes: There’s never been anyone quite like Michelle in the history of Christian music, and that’s a good thing!

    Michelle Tumes: There’s never been anyone quite like Michelle in the history of Christian music, and that’s a good thing!
    Feb 10 2025
    That voice, those songs, that musical vibe that took over Christian radio in the late 1990s. They all belong to my friend Michelle Tumes, who wrote hit songs for Point of Grace and Jaci Velasquez, just to name a few, but also carved out her own legacy as one of the most unique and beloved CCM artists of all time. It was great fun catching up with her and I'm glad you could come along for the ride.
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    1 hr
  • Mark Lowry: Mission Impossible: Keeping Up with Christian Music’s Musical Jester

    Mark Lowry: Mission Impossible: Keeping Up with Christian Music’s Musical Jester
    Feb 3 2025

    When I hear the name Mark Lowry, like many of you, I start to laugh because he's one of the funniest people I've ever met. But Mark also has a heart that challenges me and draws me closer to Jesus every time I'm around him.

    On this episode of 1 Degree we'll talk about how he carved out his place in the Christian music landscape, his relationship with Bill Gaither, and whatever rabbit trail we end up following. Get ready for a really fun conversation.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Terry Blackwood: A Legendary Christian Music Pioneer

    Terry Blackwood: A Legendary Christian Music Pioneer
    Jan 27 2025
    It could be argued that the Blackwoods are the most important family in the history of Christian music, and Terry Blackwood’s entrance into The Imperials marked a decisive shift in the direction Christian music would take for decades to come. On this episode we’ll hear first hand accounts about Elvis and what it was like creating one of the biggest albums in the early days of CCM.
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    1 hr
  • Mark Heimermann: The Groundbreaking Producer for DC Talk Has a Story to Tell

    Mark Heimermann: The Groundbreaking Producer for DC Talk Has a Story to Tell
    Jan 20 2025
    You may not know the name Mark Heimermann but I know you know his music! He’s best known for producing those iconic DC Talk albums and being involved in the careers of the biggest names in CCM from the 80s and 90s (including my band 4HIM). And just like every musician from that era he has a story to tell and legacy that is continuing to come into focus as he follows leading of God’s voice.
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    1 hr and 16 mins