In our Season 2 finale we sit down with David Ware of Hillsong Worship! We learn about his “God adventure,” the evolving mission of Hillsong Worship to be “a global church for the local expression,” and the beautiful behind-the-scenes story of how Fresh Wind came to be. "We can often complicate creativity. God’s truth is simple."

David also speaks on authentic worship leading and that Hillsong is a byproduct of the real success story: that Jesus is going to build His church where He says He’s going to build it. 

Luke Anderson has created a bundle focusing on vintage and boutique drum sounds. This kick and snare bundle was created sampling a variety of classic drums kits and well as Luke’s favorite copper snare drum recorded through one of the most sought after vintage recording console, the Neve 8068. The third installment in Luke’s 8068 Kit series, these samples are perfect for use in your recordings or as live drum triggers.

• 45 boutique kick and snare samples.

• Kick hits with different beaters and velocities.

• Snare samples with no dampening and moongel dampening.

• Create unique tone combinations in your mixes or use them live.

• Perfect for songwriters, snare sound reinforcement and studio mix engineers.

The Belonging Co | The Truth

"The Truth (feat. Lauren Strahm and Andrew Holt), is a bold new anthem that unashamedly declares Jesus is the only way, truth, and life. This worship moment, captured live at The Belonging Co, serves as a compass, pointing the Church back to the basis of our faith, our due North, Jesus Christ."

Phil Wickham | House of the Lord

“WE are the Church and inside of you is everything you need to totally impact, shape, and change the world around you for the kingdom of God. Jesus has put inside of us life everlasting and a joy that cannot be stolen. We may experience tribulation, grief, and pain; that is all part of the human experience but deeper than that is a joy that Jesus has given us, for he has given us a future and a hope.  Wherever you are, YOU be the house of the Lord and bring the presence of God wherever you go. Amen.”

Crowder | He Is

"This is a song for all those that are troubled, heavy-hearted, run-down, empty-handed, wandering, looking for forgiveness. He is waiting. Go and listen today and share with someone who needs a bit of hope in their ears."

Josh Baldwin | Evidence (Live)

The reimagined version of Josh Baldwin’s Evidence features his good friend and fellow Bethel Music Collective member, Dante Bowe. Stripped-down, this version unfolds into a natural and organic sound for Josh, taking him back to his deep southern roots. Josh describes this song as a journey of coming home, watching as all throughout his history, God has faithfully walked beside him every step of the way

The Belonging Co | Turn Your Eyes (Alternate Version)

The Belonging Co is a Nashville-based church who's desire is encounter over entertainment, intimacy over industry, presence over presentation, people over position, and most of all, Jesus over everything. They have released a new arrangement for Turn Your Eyes with tracks and parts for a full band. This version is available now with the hope that churches everywhere can use this song to encounter the presence of God!

Passion | Breakthrough Miracle Power (LIVE)

"Breakthrough Miracle Power” declares the character of God and the victory found in Christ. The live version, recorded at Passion 2021 in Atlanta with friends Tauren Wells and Maverick City Music, were significant stakes in the ground for the Church to sing in the midst of uncertain times, lifting our eyes to a God who remains faithful and gives us power from Heaven in all circumstances.

+ MORE NEW RELEASES:

Urban Life Worship | Fokus EP
Christ for the Nations Worship | King of Glory
Bethany Music | Been So Good
Crossroads Music | Conquered Grave EP
The Worship Initiative | Vol. 25
Foothills Collective | On That Sunday Morning

Peter James has partnered with Nord producer Anthony Catacoli to create Ultimate Ambient Pad Collection for Nord Stage 3! This bundle includes 10 of Peter James' most popular ambient pads to be layered underneath your favorite Nord sounds. Once triggered, these pads will continue to drone, adding atmosphere and fullness to whatever sound you choose to play on top of it.

GRAMMY nominated and Billboard #1 worship groups Elevation Worship and Maverick City are gearing up for the release of their collaborative live album, Old Church Basement, dropping April 30, 2021. The album’s highly anticipated first single, Jireh featuring Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine of Maverick City is available today! 

“Over the past year, the Mav crew has become more like family to us,” says Chris Brown from Elevation Worship. “The times we’ve spent writing and worshipping together have been very special and felt equally important to what God was doing in both of our ministries.” Out of one of their first songwriting sessions came the song “Jireh,” a powerful ballad that Elevation Worship has been singing in their church services for several months. “It was the first song Pastor Steven and I wrote with Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine and it’s the song that kickstarted the idea for the entire project, Old Church Basement," says Brown.

“Jireh” features lead vocals from Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine, who are also credited as co-writers on the track. “This song has honestly been a reminder for me that God is everything we’ll ever need. My prayer and hope is that everyone who listens to this is reminded of the Father’s heart toward us and that He loves to take care of us,” says Naomi Raine of Maverick City. Watch the live video and learn more HERE.

Welcome David Liotta, out newest HX Stomp producer! David is a guitarist for Elevation Worship and has played electric and acoustic guitar on albums such as Hallelujah Here Below, At Midnight, and Graves Into Gardens. He also co-produced Elevation Worship’s stripped project Graves Into Gardens: Morning & Evening.

David’s first bundle, HX Stomp: Elevated Guitars, includes his tones for The Blessing, Rattle!, Graves Into Gardens, Never Lost, and his go-to sounds for any given Sunday. From bright clean tones to subtly overdriven sounds to full on massive distortion, Elevated Guitars is a diverse toolkit. Included are mono and stereo versions of each patch so you can choose the one that’s right for your band setting.

Elevation Music x Maverick City Music | Jireh

Jireh is the simple yet infinitely powerful declaration that God is enough and that we're already chosen by Him. The single features lead vocals from Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine, who are also credited as co-writers on the track. “This song has honestly been a reminder for me that God is everything we’ll ever need. My prayer and hope is that everyone who listens to this is reminded of the Father’s heart toward us and that He loves to take care of us,” says Naomi Raine of Maverick City.

Dante Bowe | circles

circles represents reflections Dante penned as he spent time in 2020 learning and appreciating his own roots, honoring the people and the journey that have formed him. Set against an infectious mix of R&B, soul and gospel style, Bowe confides in and inspires listeners with thoughts on struggle, perseverance, and faith.

Church of the City | Goodness of God

Their rendition of Bethel Music's transcending "Goodness of God" is dynamic, led with powerful vocals from Ileia Sharae. All my life You have been faithful / All my life You have been so, so good / With every breath that I am able / I will sing of the goodness of God.

Lion & Bear | Warrior King

"No matter how many giants we may face in this life, we have a Warrior King fighting on our behalf. If He is for us, who can be against us?"

for KING & COUNTRY | Amen (Reborn) ft. Lecrae

Amen (Reborn) [feat. Lecrae + The WRLDFMS Tony Williams] is a song about renaissance and renewal. “When we performed it last autumn at an award show with Lecrae, Tony Williams, and a gospel choir, it launched the song into another stratosphere of meaning. So, with 2020 now in the rearview mirror, we look to move past these global hardships together and start fresh with a new perspective, which is the core essence of the song. And thanks to Lecrae’s galvanizing prayer of humility along with Tony’s characteristic and purposeful voice." - Joel Smallbone

+ MORE NEW RELEASES:

FAITHUL | Rahab's Lullaby (God Above, God Below)
Ben Cantelon | Hosanna
KingsPorch | I Speak Jesus
North Point Worship | O What A Miracle
Rebecca St. James | Battle Is The Lord's (Live)
River Valley Worship | Now More Than Ever
Sean Feucht | Let Us Worship - Azusa
Tim Timmons | This Is The Day
VOX GEN | Highway

We are so excited to have CeCe Winans on our podcast today. God has trusted CeCe with success and her notoriety has only brought her closer to Him. She shares how her “why” hasn’t changed despite being named the best-selling female gospel artist of all time, and she reminds worship artists that you have to want God more than anything. “Good success means you’re still hidden in Him.”

She also talks about the process behind “Believe For It” - the transcending title track from her new live album. Chris Baker states the simple, powerful truth about CeCe: “There is something that is synonymous with CeCe Winans and that is the presence of God.” Worship leading resources for the entire Believe For It project are now available!

Listen now!