Today on Christian Music Guys, We’re sitting down with Reach Records artist, pastor, author, and Christian hip-hop pioneer Trip Lee, who’s stepping into a brand-new creative and spiritual season. After years of shaping the Christian hip-hop landscape, Trip is launching BRAG Worship — along with his first-ever worship EP, For Your Glory, arriving February 13. 

With a career that’s earned Dove and Stellar Awards, chart-topping albums, and recognition from major outlets like BET, Vibe, and Apple Music 1, Trip Lee has never been afraid to evolve. After reigniting his musical momentum with The Epilogue, he’s now inviting the Church into something deeper. Let’s welcome the one and only Trip Lee to Christian Music Guys.

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Our guest is one of the most respected A&R minds in Christian music history. With more than 35 years in the industry, he’s helped shape the sound of CCM through legendary stops at Word, Sparrow, Star Song, and as president of Benson Records — before co-founding Centricity Music in 2005.

He’s the guy behind the scenes who discovered and signed artists like Point of Grace, Scott Krippayne, Cindy Morgan, Matt Redman, Nichole Nordeman, Warren Barfield, Jason Gray, and the Passion worship recordings. Oh — and along the way, he co-wrote ‘Love In Any Language,’ one of the most iconic Christian songs ever recorded.

A true shepherd of artists and songs — we’re honored to welcome VP of A&R and co-owner of Centricity Music, John Mays!

Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re welcoming pop singer-songwriter Ivey Asher. Raised between Austin, Nashville, and Los Angeles, Ivey started writing music at just ten years old as a way to express her thoughts, emotions, and faith. Her songs blend honest storytelling with cinematic pop melodies that connect deeply with listeners.

She’s kicking off a new chapter with her uplifting single “FREE!”, an anthem about choosing hope, freedom, and a fresh start — with more new music on the way. Let’s welcome Ivey Asher!

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re welcoming back a familiar voice and trusted industry leader — 3-time guest Kevin McNeese, founder of NewReleaseToday. Kevin has his finger on the pulse of everything happening in Christian music, and he’s joining us to break down all that went down in 2025. From the biggest moments and surprises in the industry to the impact of AI, The We Love Awards and so much more!

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On today's show, we chat with one of the biggest voices in Christian music, Jamie MacDonald’s story is one of raw redemption. Kicked out of her Michigan home at just 15 for singing, Jamie walked through years of instability and addiction before choosing recovery at 21—a decision that changed everything. Music became her lifeline, a place to process pain, rediscover hope, and find purpose. Her breakout single “Desperate,” a heartfelt cry of grief and hope, spent seven weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard and Mediabase Christian AC charts and was later reimagined with GRAMMY® winner Lauren Daigle. Now signed to Capitol CMG and preparing to release her self-titled debut album on January 23, 2026, Jamie’s journey comes full circle—proof that God can turn even the deepest pain into purpose.

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re switching things up and welcoming comedian Shama to the show! African-born, American-raised, homeschool graduate, middle child, and former pastor’s kid, Shama has a gift for making people laugh while keeping it real. He first took the internet by storm in 2018 with his viral “VeggieTales Remix,” and he hasn’t slowed down since.

With over 500 million combined views on his comedy sketches and music videos, Shama has become known for his top-notch production, hilarious characters, and sharp observational humor. Featured in outlets like Hope Nation, Relevant Magazine, and Rapzilla, Shama shares his journey, creativity, and faith-filled perspective on this episode. Get ready to laugh, relate, and enjoy a fun, refreshing conversation you won’t want to miss. 😂

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Today on Christian Music Guys, we’re chatting with one of the brightest new voices in Christian music — Johnny B!

You might already know him from social media, where his powerful voice and genuine faith have captured hearts across the internet. Now, he’s stepping into the spotlight with his debut single, a fresh reimagining of the Darlene Zschech classic ‘I Give You My Heart’ .

The song — distributed by Integrity Music — releases January 2nd, bringing a bold new sound and spirit to a worship anthem we all know and love.

We’re diving into Johnny’s journey, the story behind the song, and what’s next for this up-and-coming artist making big waves in Christian music. Let’s welcome Johnny B!

🎙️✨ It’s our Annual Year-End Show! ✨🎙️

Christian Music Guys is wrapping up the year with you at the center of it all 🙌We’re counting down the listeners’ & viewers’ favorite interviews, moments, and guests from the past year — plus sharing behind-the-scenes stories, highlights, and surprises you won’t want to miss.

Thank you for being part of the CMG family ❤️Tap in, celebrate the year with us, and get ready for what’s next!

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Today on The Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome a voice many of you will recognize — Michael Sarver. You first met Michael as a Top 10 finalist on American Idol (2009), where he made waves in the country music world. But even as his career grew, God was stirring something deeper — a calling that couldn’t be ignored.

That calling led Michael to step away from the country spotlight and spend years pouring into worship ministry in Texas. And now, he’s stepping boldly into a brand-new chapter.

 Michael has officially signed with WieRok Entertainment and just released his debut Christian single, “Warrior.”
An electrifying rock anthem — a declaration of identity forged through struggle and refined by faith.

We’re thrilled to have him on the show today to talk about the journey, the music, and the message behind it all.

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Today on the Christian Music Guys, we’re excited to welcome Brent Dawes!Brent has spent over two decades as the Creative Lead at Sunrise Animation Studios, bringing imagination, heart, and joy to screens around the world. He’s the mastermind behind the beloved Jungle Beat series and the director of Jungle Beat: The Movie — a film that Netflix picked up in 2021 and saw skyrocket into the global Top 10 across all genres in its first three weeks.And now, Brent is stepping into one of the most anticipated animated projects of the decade.He is the writer and co-director of the brand-new Angel Studios animated feature, David, hitting theaters December 19th, 2025 — along with the Young David shorts that have already captured the hearts of families everywhere.We’re talking creativity, calling, and the incredible journey of bringing one of Scripture’s most iconic heroes to life on the big screen.

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