The Elms final showAfter a 10 hour drive, a two hour wait outside the venue, about an hour waiting through the opener and a set change, The Elms hit the stage at about 10:00 PM.  Owen Thomas, lead singer, walked onto the stage with what seemed to be a tear in his eye.  This show was to be the last for The Elms, whose career spans ten years.  A little over four hours later, the show culminated with a bunch of tired musicians and a satisfied audience.

I’d made the trek to Indiana a few times before, as my sister lives an hour south of Indy.  As it turns out, she was out of town that weekend.  But that didn’t deter me from swinging through Columbus, Ohio to pick up a concert friend and continue the adventure to Radio Radio in the historic district of Fountain Square, Indianapolis on Friday July 30, 2010.

Music festivals are often a highlight of each summer.  As music-a-holic who also craves warm weather and sunshine, what better way to spend a few vacation days each year.  I did not get a chance to blog from the fest, but soon after arriving home from Creation Northeast this year, I reflected on my experience.  Mind you - there is a lot more to Creation fest than music.  But this is what rolled out of my thoughts and is now about to fill this page.  If I had to give out awards this year, the following would be the results. 

Most underrated band:  DecemberRadio

SwitchfootThough the lengthy unpacking process from Creation Northeast is over, the summer festival schedule has only just begun.  This year we are expecting coverage from the Vans Warped Tour, Purple Door, RevGen and more.

Earlier today, an interview with Jennifer Knapp, a popular Christian music artist from 1998-2002 who recently announced a comeback to music, was posted on the Christianity Today website.  In the interview, Jennifer Knapp reveals that she is a lesbian and has had a relationship with a same-sex partner for eight years.  But she says that's not the point.  I urge you all to read the interview for yourself.

A couple Christian music websites have made disclaimers along with the story saying they do not endorse the opinions of Jennifer Knapp.  I'm sure that, in the next couple days, music websites and fans alike will be condemning Jennifer's music and some may even get together copies of her old albums and burn them.  The album will not be carried in Christian bookstores, I can almost guarantee that.

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You can get this free download HERE. Below is the full press release announcing the new song, as well as giving some information on the artist, George Moss.George Moss

If you’re into some really good hip-hop you definitely don’t want to miss this! Even if you don't normally listen to hiphop/rap, I'd suggest checking this out - it's super catchy and unique. I'm loving it!

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Each year, the timing of the Grammy Awards aligns with the annual dinner at my church.  Sure, I suppose I could record the festivities.  But the likelihood that I would watch it later is slim.  I used to watch every music related awards ceremony available as a child, yet over the years I have lost interest.

Though when I opened up my Facebook account this morning, I noticed several status updates with comments on the event.  So I decided to go over to Twitter and read what folks had to say.  In some cases, I had to read several tweets from different people in order to pick up what had happened.  I then collected various tweets from friends, musicians, writers, and fellow inReview staff and in the end, almost felt as if I had watched it with them.

Maybe I will come out with a differentNewsboys or dc Talk? feeling next week after seeing the Newsboys at the Winter Jam Spectacular.  But as I look back to my first experience seeing former dc Talk member Michael Tait as lead singer of the Newsboys was … interesting.

Often when I listen to a new album for the first time, I wonder whether or not the music would fly in

Hey all! I know this is rather late -but better late than never!  Below you can find my recap of this year's Van's Warped Tour.

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As I parked my car in the rather expensive lot, dodged the many tailgaters and even heard Skillet blaring from one of those cars, I took a deep breath and entered into the long line to pick up my press pass. Of course, I was in the wrong line. So once I made that observation and headed over to the press tent the very hot, humid, and exciting day began.