I serve as both an Executive Pastor (XP) and Music Pastor at my church in upstate New York. The XP side of me loves practicality, and thus out of that comes this blog series on practical ideas to implement in your bands. I believe the principles offered over these next couple blogs are as relevant …
Hillsong Movie // Let Hope Rise // Trailer Released
Piggybacking on the success of their album release and conference, Hillsong has put out a trailer for a new movie. Looks great! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwZvAejhfZA
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Hillsong Worship // No Other Name
Be sure to check out our other worship reviews as well! Remember that we write these reviews from the perspective of a week to week worship leader looking to bring new songs to their church. This I Believe (The Creed) // From an album standpoint, this song isn’t as uptempo as we’ve heard on previous …
Free Stream: Seeker & Servant’s “Into Your Love, I Go”
As the “indie worship” genre seems to be on the rise, led by such groups as Mars Hill Music, The Royal Royal, and others, Seeker & Servant slides right in with something unique and beautiful. If you’re a fan of the musical stylings of The Killers, The Cure, Arcade Fire, with a little Avett Brothers mixed …
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Worship and Media or Worship vs. Media
John brings us some wisdom on helping your worship team and media team work hand-in-hand.
Worship You Should Be Leading // Citizen’s Single “You Brought Me Back to Life”
We had the chance to chat with Zach and the guys from Citizen’s while they were at the National Worship Leader Conference in San Jose. Aside from being in awe of all the amazing facial hair in their band, we talked about their new album. They’re really excited about their new music that will be …
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I’m Too Busy to Practice!
Do you remember the first time you picked up your instrument? (Bear with me pianists, drummers, and pipe organists) Remember what it felt like the first time you figured out how to play something that didn’t sound terrible? That wonderful moment where you thought “Hey! I can play this instrument.” Your friends gathered around you …
Bethel releases “You Make Me Brave” studio version.
Check out Bethel’s studio release of their popular anthem, “You Make Me Brave.”
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Loud Harp’s “Asaph” Now Streaming @ Relevant Mag
Fan of Loud Harp? Never heard of them? Well go check out the stream the good folks at Relevant Magazine posted of the whole brand new album “Asaph”. It is sure to stir your soul and make you want to read the Psalms they are singing right along with the album! Below, check out their …
Worship = Intimacy
Petri brings us insight and understanding concerning how our worship related to our intimacy with God.
Future of Forestry // The Piano & Strings Sessions (Instrumental Versions)
Future of Forestry is known for composing some of the most creative and beautifully orchestrated music this side of a symphony. If you’ve heard them, or not, head on over to NoiseTrade to check out their newest release, your ears will thank you later. Check out our interview with frontman and composer Eric Owyoung here …
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Leeland // Christ Be All Around Me – Live
Artist: Leeland Album: Christ Be All Around Me -Live Label: Awaken Nation Music Release Date: June 10, 2014 We can always count on some great music for the church from Leeland and their latest recording “Christ Be All Around Me” doesn’t disappoint. Here’s a breakdown of the album with some recommendations for your team. God …
Resources to Prepare Your Worship Team
Josh White brings us some practical advice on making sure our teams are ready for Sunday.
Citizens Release FREE Full Length album with chord charts
Here at The Church Collective we love Mars Hill Music. So naturally we’re passing some great news on to you! Zach Bolen, and his indie-rocker brothers from Seattle that make up the band Citizens, have blessed the world with a free gift of their first full-length release. We interviewed Zach (fontman) and Adam (drummer) a …
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Mas Vida
Early next year, The Church Collective is going to be hosting conferences in Peru. It’s been so cool to connect with so many leaders all over the world and one such leader is Albert from the church Mas Vida. He is helping coordinate our conferences and we want you to get to know him and …