For many Americans, this has been a rough year. The economy seems to be on the rise, but recovery will be slow. Contemporary Christian artists see a world that is suffering. Everyone is looking for answers.
This year, Christian singers and songwriters have worked together to bring hope to a lost world through their songs and lyrics. Give the gift of Christian music this year. Choose from many of the Inspirational CDs released this year.
Popular Christian Artists in 2009
Contemporary Christian music is very popular this year. The message received from most of the songs this year is God is still here. Do not lose hope. Keep the Faith. These artists will continue to inspire and encourage for years to come.
- Steven Curtis Chapman – Still
- Jeremy Camp – Live
- Brandon Heath – What If We
- Leeland –Love Is On The Move
- Francesca Battistelli– My Paper Heart
- Sara Groves – Fireflies and Songs
- Chris and Conrad – Lead Me To The Cross
- Chris Tomlin –Glory In The Highest
- Casting Crowns –Until The Whole World Hears
- Phillips Craig & Dean –Revelation Song
- David Crowder Band – Church Music
- Kutless –It Is Well
- Matthew West –The Motions
- Tobymac –City On Our Knees
- Third Day –Born Again
- Jonny Diaz –More Beautiful You
- Tenth Avenue North –Hold My Heart
- Britt Nicole –The Lost Get Found
- Licoln Brewster – Today Is The Day
Concert Tours and Upcoming Events
Steven Curtis Chapman begins touring again November 6, 2009. Brandon Heath will begin the Behold the Lamb Tour with Andrew Peterson on December 3, 2009. Sara Groves will also begin her O Holy Night Christmas Tour on December 3rd. The hottest concert tour of the year will probably be Steven Curtis Chapman but a close second and third will be Winter Jam 2010 and the Casting Crowns tour.
Casting Crowns is currently on a big 41 city tour with the release of their new album, Until The Whole World Hears. It will run through New Years' Eve. This Christmas, plan the trip of a lifetime. Make plans now to be at Winter Jam 2010. This annual Christian musical experience begins in January and will headline Third Day. Other groups included in Winter Jam 2010 include the Newsboys, Tenth Avenue North, Newsong and Tony Nolan. No tickets are required for Winter Jam 2010. All seats are $10 at the door. Check the Winter Jam 2010 website on Facebook for tour locations.
iTunes DVDs and Christian Cruises
Consider giving that special someone a music DVD or iTunes gift card. Jeremy Camp has a brand new DVD project to go along with his Live Unplugged CD. For the ultimate Christian Music experience, take a Christian Cruise. Phillips, Craig and Dean along with Brandon Heath and others will be on the Renewal at Sea Caribbean Christian Cruise January 31, 2010 thru February 6, 2010.
Contemporary Christian Continues To InspireWhere Contemporary Christian Music is concerned, God is not distant. God is with us and desires a close relationship with all mankind. Contemporary Christian Music will continue to bring hope and inspiration to the world.
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Amy Wingfield - Amy, a freelance writer since 1999, has combined her passion for writing and for Christian music.There's always a story behind the ...
