Joel Auge – Invisible Things CD Review

From the very beginning Joel Auge’s Invisible Things is novel, without treading into garish or contrived. It strikes a unique blend of artistry and approachability. Auge’s vocals evoke bits of Band of Horses, Sufjan Stevens and–to my particular liking–Bon Iver (primarily in the song “You and Your Things”, which incidentally, I could listen to on [...]

Worship Leading Lesson #1: It’s Not Your Ministry

Some of the best lessons I’ve learned in life are through trying, failing, trying, failing, failing, trying and succeeding every once in awhile. I’m not foolish enough to think I’ve got it all figured out, but I do have some things that I hope can be an encouragement to anyone willing to read. These are [...]

Jeremy Camp – We Cry Out (Review & Giveaway)

(A review by Barry Westman) Grammy-nominated and Grammy-winning artist Jeremy Camp recently released his second worship project, entitled We Cry Out: The Worship Project.  This is a solid worship album, with a nice mix of several original worship songs penned by Jeremy, other new songs co-written with some of today’s finest worship artists, as well [...]

Episode 50: Interview with Matt Papa

We’ve reached 50 episodes!!! This week we hear an interview Wisdom did with songwriter/worship leader – Matt Papa.  During the recent National Worship Leader Conference here in Kansas, Matt was gracious enough to sit down and talk over dinner.  And, Matt’s most embarrassing moment leading worship…it’s a doozy. We’ll also get to your calls and [...]

Worship Star by Shekelback – a light-hearted look at the Worship Music Industry

A word from the creator of this video: This cheeky comedy version of a well known secular rock track is intended to make you smile, rather than get on your soap box! If you know the original song, it is a cartoon parody of the ‘rock star’ lifestyle through the eyes of a wannabe — [...]

Aaron Keyes, Not Guilty Anymore – CD Review (and Giveaways)

A review by Mandy Thompson Aaron is a worship leader at heart. He brings to the church songs that are singable, inspiring, and truth-filled. His lyrics are accessible, clear and simple. No need to for interpretation, we know exactly what his songs are about. We know the message and how we are to respond to [...]

Choosing Worship Songs: Determine the Message

Previously during this little “mini-series” of posts, I’ve talked about the direction of the song and whether it’s horizontal or veritical.  We’ve also looked at the whole issue of musical styles in worship.  Another HUGELY important aspect of selecting worship songs, is considering the direction of the message your pastor is assembling. What’s the Message? [...]

How many singers does is take…?

Before you get angry and think that this post is going to somehow include a demeaning joke about singers – WAIT! That was just the teaser used to get you to read this, and I guess it worked! There will be no making fun of singers here today!! There’s actually been a question rumbling around [...]

Worship Leader Highlight – Gary Durbin (and Giveaway!)

(Leave a comment on this post by Tuesday, August 17th, 9pm CST, to be entered into our giveaway. This week we are giving away: Lincoln Brewster’s “Today is The Day” Deluxe Edition [CD+DVD] AND ALM UK’s “Name Above All Names” Digital Songbook. You must be at least 18 years old to qualify.) 1.When and how [...]

Episode 49: Interview with John Mark McMillan

This week on the All About Worship Podcast, Ben and Wisdom talk about their recent experience at the National Worship Leader Conference, hear your feedback and talk with our field reporter, Mandy Thompson. You also hear Wisdom’s retaliation for Ben’s “ID10T” comment on the previous show. It’s true…one of Ben’s many dreams was to one [...]

All About Worship Live: “Sr. Pastor and Worship Leader Relationship” Roundtable

On Monday, August 16, Ben and Wisdom will be recording a “Roundtable” session for an upcoming podcast episode. This is our second roundtable since our initial “Manly Worship” back in October, 2009. The topic this time around…”Sr. Pastor and Worship Leader Relationship”. How many of you worship leaders have struggled with your relationship with a [...]

“Love God. Love People.” by Israel Houghton – A Review (and giveaway)

by @bkwestman I had the privilege of listening to “Love God. Love People.”, the new release by Israel Houghton set to release on August 31st.  I have been anxiously awaiting his next release, following “The Power of One”, which was hugely successful, garnering a Grammy for the Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel album earlier this year.  This [...]

Choosing Worship Songs: Style

All right, now here’s a topic that can get many a worship leader in trouble with their congregation.  Choosing a style to present the music is a hot topic in and of itself.  Rock, Reggae, Classical, R&B, Gospel, Country or traditional.  These are just a few of the styles one can choose from when leading [...]

Find Your Own Voice and Sing a New Song

It’s been over a week now, since we returned from the National Worship Leader Conference in Kansas City.  What a great week it was! As I’ve had time to ponder some of the themes that we encountered during the week, there seemed to be a recurring message that popped up in several places, and I’ve even [...]

Training: Dealing with Attitude Problems – Dwayne Moore

Dwayne Moore, author of Pure Praise (A Heart-Focused Bible Study on Worship), shares with the All About Worship Community some thoughts on dealing with attitude problems on the worship team. If this video was helpful to you, please take a moment and leave us a comment. Your feedback helps us know that the time and [...]

Episode 48: Darrell Evans Q&A

On this edition of the show, Wisdom and Ben catch up with Darrell Evans.  We hear your questions submitted to us before the recording and live over Talkshoe. Quick Links WorshipPlanning.com – Stop by our kind sponsors and try them out.  There are some fantastic features that Tom and crew continue to roll out for [...]

Resources abound at the National Worship Leader Conference!

We had a wonderful time at the National Worship Leader Conference in Kansas City this past week! The All About Worship Team was there throughout the week, both as attendees and workshop leaders.  If you missed it, I’ll try to give you a quick recap and plenty of links to some great resources made available [...]

A Steward of Technology #nwlc10

This week I’m privileged to be a part of the National Worship Leader Conference in Kansas City, KS, put on by Worship Leader Magazine. The week kicked off with a pre-conference seminar on the topic of “Stewards of Technology in the Service of Worship”. It really was a very interesting 4 hours, filled not just [...]

Episode 47: Interview with Dan Cogan

On this edition of the podcast, we hear from some worship leaders about the five most impactful songs at their church.  We introduce a local Kansas City worship pastor, Dan Cogan. We discuss worship ministry with Dan and also feature his song, “Your Word”, from his album. We also put Dan in the “hot seat” [...]

National Worship Leader Conference, KS – Preview

In less than a week, from July 19-22, the National Worship Leader Conference 2010 will be held in Leawood, KS. The NWLC10 is put on the  by the great folks at Worship Leader Magazine.  Check out the conference website to get all the details! All About Worship hosts Ben Abu Saada and Wisdom Moon have been invited to be part [...]

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