In Episode 3 of Song Stories, Joe is joined by Rich Dicas (KXC, Wildfires) and Caz Talbot (formerly Worship Pastor at Saint and worship leader for Focus) to talk about the song Worthy Is the Lord. Together, they share how the song was written during a collaborative writing retreat between worship leaders from three major UK festivals — New Wine, Wildfires, and Focus — and how it became a powerful declaration of the worth and glory of Jesus.

The conversation dives into songwriting collaboration, leading worship in different environments, and what God is stirring across the UK church through shared creativity and unity in worship.

🎧 Listen to Worthy Is the Lord now, and keep an eye out for our upcoming live album Praise King Jesus — coming soon! Subscribe for more Song Stories episodes that resource and inspire the church in worship.

In Episode 2 of season 2 of Song Stories, Joe sits down with Nick Herbert to talk about the song Praise King Jesus. Joe shares the unlikely beginnings of the song (yes, it started in a traffic jam!), the biblical inspiration behind it, and the collaborative process that shaped it into an anthem for the church. Along the way, they discuss worship “bangers,” songwriting lessons, and how to keep creativity fresh without falling into formulas.

Listen to Praise King Jesus on our new EP So Good, and don’t forget to subscribe for more Song Stories episodes that inspire and resource the church in worship.

📅 This October we’re heading out on Worship Nights in Bradford, Redditch, Chorleywood, and Tiverton — with Nick joining us in Redditch. Grab your tickets now at new-wine.org/worshipnights.

We’re back with a brand-new season of Song Stories! 🎉 In this first episode, Joe is joined by Jonny Bird to dive into the heart behind the song So Good. Along the way, they unpack practical music production tips, explore what’s happening across the different streams of worship, and share insights for worship leaders and creatives alike.

Listen to So Good on our new EP, So Good, and don’t forget to subscribe for more Song Stories episodes designed to inspire and resource the church in worship.

Also check out Drum Sample Shop for drum samples to resource your church/mixes and demos.

In the final episode of Song Stories, Joe is joined by Nick Herbert to unpack the story behind Hallelujah Jesus Saves. They dive into the inspiration for this powerful anthem, Nick’s top tips for songwriting, and the heart behind creating songs that lead the church in worship. It’s a fitting conclusion to the series, filled with practical wisdom and encouragement for worshippers and songwriters alike.

Listen to Hallelujah Jesus Saves now on our new album, Who Else But Jesus. For more from New Wine Worship, connect with us here, and subscribe to stay inspired with future content designed to resource the church in worship.

For more information on the Worship Leaders Retreat click here.

In Episode 5 of Song Stories, Joe and Julia dive into the inspiration behind It Was You, a song that celebrates God’s faithfulness in every season of life. Julia shares her observations on the current landscape of worship in the UK, highlighting a renewed hunger for God’s presence and the powerful ways churches are pressing into moments of breakthrough. Together, they reflect on how these themes shaped the heartfelt lyrics of It Was You.

Stream It Was You on our It Was You EP, and subscribe for more inspiring Song Stories episodes and resources for worship leaders and the church.

Join us at the Worship Leaders Retreat next march - more info click here.

In this fourth episode of Song Stories, Joe interviews Mark Reid about Peace Be With You, a song from our It Was You EP. They discuss how to navigate life’s transitions and the value of meditative songs in worship, both at home and in church. Mark shares his experience with reflective worship moments and how they’ve brought peace to his own journey.

Stream Peace Be With You on our It Was You EP, and for more from New Wine Worship, connect with us on instagram. Subscribe for future Song Stories episodes and resources to support the church in worship.

If you would like more information on our worship leaders retreat in March - click here.

In this third episode of Song Stories, Joe interviews Lucy, Luke, and Tibz from the Luminosity venue about their song Breakthrough. Together, they discuss the story behind the song, touching on themes of persistence in faith and the power of worship to bring us through challenging times. Hear how this song has resonated with youth at Luminosity and how they’ve seen God move through moments of worship.

Our new album, Who Else But Jesus, is out now! Listen to Breakthrough and other powerful songs from New Wine Worship. For more, connect with us here and subscribe for future Song Stories episodes, along with resources crafted to inspire the church in worship.

We’re also excited to invite worship leaders to our upcoming Worship Leaders Retreat at The Poplars, happening from March 11-13. It’s a dedicated space for worship leaders to step away, connect with one another, and encounter God together. Mark your calendars and consider joining us for this refreshing time. For more information click here.

Welcome back to Song Stories! In this second episode, Joe sits down with Jamie Pritchard to discuss Who Else But Jesus, the powerful title track from our upcoming album. Together, they delve into the role of testimony in worship and how sharing our stories can deepen our connection with God and with each other.

Here is the podcast Jamie referenced: Worship is my Weapon Podcast with Rita Springer

You can pre-save our upcoming album, Who Else But Jesus, on Spotify,⁠ and if you’d like to connect with New Wine Worship, check us out ⁠here⁠. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay tuned for more Song Stories episodes and other content to equip the church in worship.

Welcome to the very first episode of Song Stories! In this series, we take you behind the music, sharing the heart and journey behind each song. In today’s episode, Joe kicks things off by interviewing Esther-Jane Baxter about My Defence, a song born out of their personal experiences.

Listen to My Defence here.

Together, they explore themes of anxiety, different song types in worship, and the role of worship leaders as “dieticians” when crafting a set list.

You can pre-save our upcoming album, Who Else But Jesus, on Spotify, and if you’d like to connect with New Wine Worship, check us out here. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay tuned for more Song Stories episodes and other content to equip the church in worship.