All Music articles
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OpinionGen Z might find faith through lament as much as praise – Billie Eilish helped me see why
When a workshop pairing Billie Eilish songs with lament psalms drew an unexpectedly large Gen Z crowd, the response was striking: honest conversations about anxiety, doubt and pain that participants said was rarely heard in church. Michael Tang believes it suggests young people are searching for a faith that makes room for struggle, not just celebration
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ReviewsDays of Ash: Inside U2’s Lenten cry for justice
Released on Ash Wednesday, U2’s new project weaves together Richard Rohr, 1 John and the conflict in the Middle East. Dr Daniel Johnson examines a fiercely political EP packed with both lament and hope
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Real Life‘God told me to step aside from worship music – and then led me to buy a castle in Scotland’
Andrew Mitchell walked away from worship ministry, only to discover that God had far bigger plans than he could have imagined
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OpinionDr Ron Kenoly (1944-2026): A father of the global worship community
Worship leader and singer-songwriter, Dr Ron Kenoly, has died aged 81. Known best for songs such as ‘Ancient of days’ and ‘Jesus is alive’, Noel Robinson pays tribute to a man who led by example and united God’s people in worship wherever he went
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Testimonies‘I hated everything about religion - but then God called me home’
After reaching the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and landing a record deal, Eddie Brett was flying high. But when success fell away, seeking peace led him right back to Jesus
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Magazine FeaturesWhen rock meets Orthodoxy
An ancient Christian tradition is making surprising inroads into the world of alternative rock. From Lacey Sturm’s alt-metal to HolyName’s metalcore, musicians are finding depth, discipline and meaning in Eastern Orthodoxy. Mike Starkey explains what’s behind the trend
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OpinionAngry Christians are condemning Skillet’s ‘O Come, O Come Emmanuel’ as ‘demonic filth’. I think they’re wrong
Christian heavy metal bands are reaching countless people who would never step foot inside a church, argues London School of Theology’s Dr Daniel Johnson. You may not love their sound but you should be supporting Skillet’s evangelistic mission, he says
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ReviewsThe Choral: Religion jostles for space in Alan Bennett’s overstuffed wartime drama
Alan Bennett’s latest film follows a Yorkshire choral society struggling to survive during the first world war. The Choral attempts to show that music and art can heal a broken soul, says Giles Gough, but it’s attempt to address class, gender and religion leaves important themes underdeveloped
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ReviewsFaithless: The story behind Bruce Springsteen’s soundtrack to a lost ‘spiritual western’
Maddy Fry reveals the untold story behind Bruce Springsteen’s mysterious soundtrack Faithless, written for an unmade Martin Scorsese film about a Catholic nun and an outlaw
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OpinionJohn Lodge (1943-2025): The Moody Blues rocker was committed to family and faith
Progressive rock pioneer John Lodge has died aged 82. As bassist for the Moody Blues, he reached the peak of rock stardom, selling 70 million albums worldwide and touring the globe, all while remaining grounded in the evangelical faith of his Birmingham childhood, says Tony Cummings
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ReviewsThe rock & roll philosopher Dion tells all about love, music and God
Spanning doo-wop fame, personal struggle, enduring love and a deepening Christian faith, Dion: The Rock & Roll Philosopher is more than a glossy fan keepsake – it’s a surprisingly wise and rewarding read, says our reviewer
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ReviewsJackie Hill Perry’s new album shows culture and faith aren’t mutually exclusive
The rapper, poet and preacher’s third album Blameless demonstrates how Christian artists can stay authentic to their cultural heritage while glorifying God. It’s a message that’s particularly relevant during Black History Month, says Maxine Harrison
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InterviewsCory Asbury: ‘I do truly believe that marketing yourself is antithetical to the Bible’
He can’t seem to stay out of trouble on social media. But the writer of ‘Reckless love’ might just be one of the most honest Christian songwriters we have
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TestimoniesFrom suicide attempt to salvation
Imrhan was once part of rap duo Lotto Boyzz. Although outwardly successful, he was plagued by anxiety. His despair drove him towards suicide, until an unexpected phone call from his mum set him on a path of restoration
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Magazine FeaturesThe 14 best gospel songs ever
Ahead of the Premier Gospel awards at London’s O2, a variety of Christian leaders, artists and influencers from across the UK Church recommend the tunes that changed their lives
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Thank God it's MondayThe music teacher: 'I pray for all my pupils'
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith on the frontline
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Magazine FeaturesEd Sheeran reminds me of Jesus. Here’s why
Martin Saunders looks at lessons from the life and work of an unlikely pop icon
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OpinionIf AI-generated band The Velvet Sundown thrives, Christian creativity may be in jeopardy
The hottest new band on the scene, The Velvet Sundown, was drawing millions of streams before listeners realised every note and lyric had been composed by artificial intelligence. Jermaine Dallas considers what the trend could mean for writers of worship music
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InterviewsPat Barrett: The writer of ‘Good good Father’ on pride, platform and how he stays grounded
Don’t believe the hype. That’s what God told Pat Barrett just before his songs became global sensations. Ahead of his appearance at Big Church Festival, the worship artists tells Sam Hailes why he loves coming to England
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OpinionThe virus of antisemitism was all over Glastonbury. Where is the Church?
A festival that claims to champion peace and progressivism became a stage for antisemitic chants, says David Hoffbrand, and too many Christians are looking the other way
