Elevation Rhythm song producer Josh Holiday thinks we haven't begun to scratch the surface of the worship genre in what's been written and played. We talk co-labs with Mitch Wong (CeCe Winans "Believe for It") and Gracie Binion ("Hunger" & "Goodbye Yesterday"), the process of authenticity and its messy redemption.

Matthew Kooman & Daniel Kooman of Unveil Studios have filmmaking in their blood, and now you can own a piece of this film by investing — help make biblical history in this film come to life on the silver screen! Do that here: https://wefunder.com/danielmovie We have all the details — including their request of musician Michael W. Smith & his son  Tyler Michael Smith. Hear the Kooman Brothers talk epic vision for Daniel!

Mike Donehey shares unfiltered ideas from The World Stage Theater at Museum of the Bible. He connects overarching concepts and daily thoughts with the Bible creating good fodder from this former Theater major turn frontman of Tenth Avenue North. 

Bandkind had the opportunity to sit and talk Space & Jesus with Levi Lusko. We talk "Last Supper On The Moon" (which is dog-eared, highlighted and underlined here). "Marvel at the Moon" has us telescoping child-like faith.

Riley Clemmons is an artist who feels deeply, communicates in melody and takes the humanity of Jesus to the next level in "Jesus cries" We talk about what Church Pews have seen over the years and spend some time dreaming too. Plus she has Christmas news to share!

Producer, composer, writer Kristen Brewer  unlocks the book of Daniel on the stage and the sliver screen and Bandkind has the producers notes. Shout out to Daniel on the stage Belmont University for coming along side Kristen and to Gordon College for coming along side Olyvia Shaw!

Blessing Offor has been called the hardest working man in Music City by Australian Benjamin William Hastings. He speaks his native Nigerian dialect for us and talks about what it was like to tour with  Lauren Daigle watch Kirk Franklin  at the Grammy's (we show highlights from Maverick City Music Kingdom Tour and then hear what he created after the death of his sister. I love the heart of this conversation with Blessing!

The Lauren Daigle "Be Okay" co-write with friend Ellie Holcomb holds a back story of a song written in thin air about some of the hardest questions pertaining to humankind. Lauren Daigle spends time with Bandkind to cover in real time invitations: a nine year old to take center stage, a man punished to a lions den, a friend that laid his life down for those he loved, and a rare look at the years that could have given Lauren Dangle a foundation of fear, but instead have turned to a great jubilation inspiring sold out crowds in packed venues.

Ever wish you could sit down for a master class with a prolific singer/songwriter? We got you! Welcome backstage with Capitol Recording Artist and worship leader for an illuminated session that will better equip you to write that song (and keep writing)! On the heels of a full day Museum of the Bible Integrity recording artist Matt Redman and Jason Ingram & Pat Barrett highlight the best (and most rewarding) parts of writing worship songs. Come along for this backstage exclusive (bring your writing notebook!)

Eddie DeGarmo talks giving an early touring platform to DC Talk, managing artist publishing for some of the biggest songs in our industry (and some of your favorites), to being depicted in the major motion picture Unsung Hero.

Nik's years working with him at Forefront hold many memories. Where were you when these things happened? Maybe you were singing along!

for King & Country known for thrilling live shows and theatrical music videos, co-lab a full length feature film "Unsung Hero" about their own family's trek to America where migration, miracles & music meet. Joel talks urgent casting need to find a "mom", surprising safety playing his father, and some potential pitfalls and hazards! With this film, the brothers Joel & Luke Smallbone add new dimension to what it means to be for King & Country.

Kristian Stanfill gives a peak behind the curtain of Passion 2024 and the making of the new record Call On Heaven Live. We talk about the importance of time spent together before songs were even chosen for the live performance and hear Kristian's perspective from the stage watching over 50,000 people sing together with one purpose--to Call On Heaven!

Bandkind catches up with Michael W Smith about his Forever Tour, his new EP Worthy Is The Lamb and the writing of its new song "Crimson Dust" featured on the Bandkind On The Air Easter Radio Special. We also revisit history in a remake of Place In This World with for KING & COUNTRY and remember a historic showcase with Larry Norman.

Bandkind catches up with sibling trio LIN D during soundcheck prior to their Stadium show. We talk Sweden fans cheering them on (from across the sea), a friend in Tommy Iceland and their family that has toured for as long as they can remember. They have American music favorites that including Evan & Iris, Kirk Franklin and Lecrae and recently received great wisdom from a family that once traveled to America to make their music mainstay here.

CeCe has big plans, because she comes from a family that walks them out! She talks legacy work with Generations, music that's inspired her greatest relationships, and she honors her parents in "Believe For It" the book that holds the same name as her Song of The Year written with Mitch Wong and sung as a co-lab rendition with Lauren Daigle. We talk epic co-labs: Andrea Crouch, Whitney Houston, Shirley Caesar, for King & Country.

Bandkind had the opportunity to catch up preshow, side stage with singer/songwriter JJ Weeks He's candid about the gift that God has given him coming with a caveat and a plan--the need to be in community. He talks about how this can be a blessing--on the road and during seasons of songwriting. He shares details about an invitation to the White House stirring something in him that led to "Choices".

Bandkind catches up with Andrew Ripp on tour (after dinner outside the catering room back stage) Andrew Ripp has noteworthy advice about adopting family born out of his journey with his daughter, his son and his god children. His songwriting is about living life--together (that includes powerful co-labs with Rachael Lampa and Ethan Hulse) where adopting Community is paramount. He talks about conversations turning into songs that make an impact on people (that hit the top spot on the national charts too).

A conversation with Cade Thompson on the tour bus turns into a face-to-face conversation pre-show side stage about his favorite spot to write music, how South Dakota was integral in moving him musically forward, and his heart beat for seeing individuals succeed in life. We talk about good things happening with non-profits he aligns with: Tennessee Kids Belong, South Dakota Kids Belong and his partnership with Chris Tomlin and his wife Lauren's foundation called "For Others"

Tommy Iceland brings Scandinavian roots to Music City, finding success in his collaborations with powerhouse songwriters like Chris Tomlin and Mitch Wong. Tommy Iceland talks about his co-lab with Evan Craft and revisits his international vision to heal though music--on a song recorded in a Ukrainian Church basement with Mark Sergeev. Raised in Iceland & Sweden, Tommy knows about living with a lack of light, and it's his intention to be light in someone's dark day--even if he's in his skates on the Nashville Predators ice.

How do you prepare for 'Epic', then remake it LIVE on an 'Iconic' stage? ⁠Tommee Profitt ⁠shares backstage details with ⁠Bandkind⁠ about "The Birth Of A King Live" at The Opry House. He talks movie trailer music, worship, family and pulling off a live show hailed as "the most epic Christmas concert in history" featuring 21 artists, a 60-piece orchestra, a 100-person choir, and a full band. Artists include Jordan Smith, Clark Beckham, Stanaj, Colton Dixon, Hollyn, Fleurie, Evvie McKinney, Tina Guo, Tauren Wells, Crowder, Danny Gokey, and more.