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When you've written hallmark songs like, "Lord I Need You", "Because He Lives", and "Christ is Risen" that the church worldwide sings, how does Matt Maher top that?  Why, by singing good old-fashioned Christmas songs!

Matt goes fun and fancy with his jazz-infused rendition of "Jingle Bells"!

Critics agree, 'Noel' is one of Lauren Daigle's more breathtaking performances to date.  While still an up-and-coming artist, Lauren recorded this song on Chris Tomlin's 2015 Christmas album, Adore.  Surprisingly, it has become one of the season's most-played songs.

Here is Lauren Daigle's "Noel"... 

Danny Gokey has released another music video in support of his Christmas album, The Greatest Gift:  A Christmas Collection.

Here's Danny's fresh treatment of the classic, "Angels We Have Heard on High"....

From his second Christmas album, Phil Wickham brings a fresh treatment to the holidays; pairing two classical melodies into one great Christmas song!  

Here's Phil in the official music video of Joy To The World (Joyful, Joyful)...

It was a big night for Contemporary Christian music during the 53rd annual CMA Awards as country music icon Dolly Parton was joined by for King & Country and Zach Williams.

We have the entire performance video right here....!

Reflect on the Christmas season with this sweet stirring song by Francesca Battistelli; relating the birth of Jesus through the eyes of Mary.

What is it about Christmas music that just accentuates the holiday as a whole?  How is it that strangers can come together and find both hope and community around Christmas music?  This PBS feature explores the attraction Christmas music has for us, and how its phrases and lyrics give us hope.

Featuring Amy Grant, and music from Chris Tomlin and others.

Colton Dixon had the honor of performing recently at the 97th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting in Washington DC, near the White House. 

Mac Powell, lead singer of Third Day as well as Mac Powell & The Family Reunion, has asked for prayer from fans after his wife suffered what doctors have identified as a serious aneurysm.

Before you unwrap the candy cane or sip on that peppermint mocha, you might want to first consider the palette.  Behold, the Christmas album from Lauren Daigle, brings influences from Bourbon Street in old New Orleans to bring a Christmas album that, in many respects, is totally unconventional.  What does Lauren say about the album?

From CCM Magazine!

Chris Tomlin released his first Christmas album in six years - and with a unique approach.  This is a live worship-style Christmas album!

With names like Crowder and Lauren Daigle added to the guest roster, Chris takes us behind the scenes of the album as a whole to show us how such an undertaking as this came about. 

Casting Crowns has released new Christmas music this holiday season. The six-song EP It's Finally Christmas is available now.  With five original songs and one traditional track, Casting Crowns will usher listeners into the Christmas spirit that will take you on a journey of your faith through the filter of holiday music. 
Here's the official lyric video of "Gloria/Angels We Have Heard on High"...

The talented group of Pentatonix simply amazes with their moving rendition of "Mary Did You Know?"

The beautiful harmonies of this Christmas classic will give your goosebumps goosebumps!

This Christmas, MercyMe strikes up the band to honor the season of love with a brand new yuletide recording, It’s Christmas!  In this exclusive CCM Magazine Christmas conversation, the band’s bassist, Nathan Cochran, shares why Christmas is so important to the men of MercyMe.

From CCM Magazine!

MercyMe ("Greater") rings in Christmas by singing about what's on all our minds - "It's Christmastime already"?

Here's a fun twist on the holiday videos we see circulating around the Internet, with the official lyric video of their single, "Christmastime Again".

Has Christmas become drab and routine?  Has it become chaotic, bitter, or even painful?  This year, it can be different!  Don't let this be just another Christmas this year!  Join with Laura Story ("Blessings")  and pledge to make this Christmas not just another Christmas.

Find out what small steps Laura's taking - and you can take - to reclaim the true meaning of Christmas this season!

Lauren Daigle ("How Can It Be", "Come Alive") takes us behind the scenes and in the recording studio as she put together her first Christmas Album.  Behold takes some of Lauren's New Orleans roots and becomes a Cajun-style gumbo blend of holiday tunes.

Big Daddy Weave lead singer Mike Weaver shares this greeting from his heart to you  this Thanksgiving

If your Thanksgiving is getting a little hectic, singer Sara Groves can totally relate and has a sweet solution for you!

This fun family music video will bring a breath of fresh air to your holiday heaviness.  It's a great reminder to take it ALL in stride!

A beautiful song from the pens of Hillsong Worship, describing the most beautiful name there is.  A truly worshipful song!

Here is the official music video of Hillsong United's single, "What a Beautiful Name"