2015 K-LOVE Fan Awards Program Book by Lindsay Williams

STUDY MUSIC IN MUSIC CITY

www.trevecca.edu MAJORS Commercial Music (B.A.) General Music (B.S.) Music Education (B.S.) Music Business (B.B.A.) Worship Arts (B.A.)

MINORS Music (Liberal Arts) Music Composition Jazz Studies Music Technology

Musical Theatre (Interdisciplinary) Songwriting Worship Leading

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM National Praise and Worship Institute

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Welcome Letters Hands & Feet Project 2014 K-LOVE Fan Awards Rewind & Photo Gallery 2014 K-LOVE Fan Award Winners 2015 Press Conference 2015 K-LOVE Fan Award Nominee List Appearing Tonight Tonight’s Hosts Artist of the Year Nominee: Casting Crowns Artist of the Year Nominee: Chris Tomlin Artist of the Year Nominee: for KING & COUNTRY Artist of the Year Nominee: MercyMe

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Artist of the Year Nominee: Newsboys Artist of the Year Nominee: TobyMac Artist Nominees Book Impact Sports Impact 7UP Can Award/K-LOVE DJs Film & TV Impact Worship Song of the Year Song of the Year K-LOVE Remembers Billy Ray Hearn Thank Yous

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K-LOVE Christmas Tour Trevecca Nazarene University Centricity Music K-LOVE TV Pepsi MidAmerica Provident Label Group Sports Spectrum Magazine First Company Management John Sanders, LLC Tyndale House Publishers

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53 Regions Bank 55 BMG Rights Management 57 Abingdon Press 59 Curb Records 61 ASCAP 65 K-LOVE 72 K-LOVE Cruise 73 World Hope 76-77 2016 K-LOVE Fan Awards 79 Focus On The Family/The Drop Box 80 Capitol Christian Music Group

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WELCOME F A N S Dear Fans:

Dear K-LOVE Fans:

Together with our friends at Pepsi, we hope that you’ll be inspired and encouraged. Enjoy tonight’s celebration.

It is great to be in an industry that creates and crafts new songs that are centered around Christ. Tonight, you will experience the best of the best in Christian music. You will also hear from athletes, authors and actors who are using their platform to advance the gospel. For that, I applaud them. Tonight is a celebration, a culmination of many types of entertainment recognized by you, the fans. It is my privilege to produce a one-of-a-kind event for you and build an experience that will draw you closer to the most creative artist of all, the Lord Jesus Christ. In addition, I especially wish to thank K-LOVE, Pepsi, World Hope and my wonderful team at John Sanders, LLC. Your friendship, vision and partnership is truly amazing. I hope you have a great evening and enjoy Christian music’s biggest night.

Regards,

Let’s do it again next year!

Mike Novak CEO/President, K-LOVE Radio

John Sanders John Sanders LLC, Executive Producer

God is so good. I am amazed and humbled at how God is using K-LOVE to minister to people all around the world. Tonight we recognize those who touch the world for Christ. It is our privilege at K-LOVE to link the Christian community to you, our listeners. We have the best listeners who give of their time, resources and prayers to help us continue our calling at K-LOVE. This evening we find out who you, the fans, chose to honor. You nominated and you voted in huge numbers. WOW! Your votes help build homes for orphaned and abandoned children through the Hands & Feet Project, and I couldn’t be more grateful for what God is doing in and through the K-LOVE listener family. Mark 12 says, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Tonight, inside the historic Grand Ole Opry House, we celebrate the ministry and the message of love.

K-LOVE Fan Awards Artists and Attendees: Dear FRIENDS: God is so good to us, and I’m so thankful for His grace every day! Reflecting on this journey of the past few years, it’s hard to believe we are already celebrating our third annual K-LOVE Fan Awards weekend. Our purpose tonight is to recognize and thank those who with excellence have impacted our culture for Christ. Hopefully, in some small way, this weekend will inspire future work that will share the love and hope of Jesus to a hurting world. To all of our nominees who have inspired us this year — thank you! To my friends at Pepsi, John Sanders, LLC, and K-LOVE who always go above and beyond to make this weekend an amazing event for all of us — thank you. I am honored to partner with each and every one of you as we set out to impact this world for Jesus Christ.

Have a great evening!

David Pierce Chief Creative Officer, K-LOVE Radio

It is an honor and a joy to share in this great event with you. Like you, I am a fan of all the incredible artists gathered here this weekend. I am encouraged by the powerful messages of the songs, the determination of the artists who travel around the globe to share the gospel, and the families of the talented musicians who offer support on the road or from home. The calling to sing and spread God’s message is not easy. It requires sacrifice to follow and trust in the Lord’s plan. I’m sure we’ve all felt this in small and large ways as we journey away from friends and family to pursue new opportunities. I felt this sacrifice as a marine and now as a husband and father. When traveling for business, I miss seeing my children — Hallie (11), Harry (10) and Isaiah (1) — dance and sing along to the positive, uplifting music of their favorite musicians on K-LOVE. Because of this, I am honored to support the ministry of K-LOVE and the positive songs and stories they share with our loved ones, no matter where we may be. I am also thankful for the work Pepsi MidAmerica has been able to accomplish by spotlighting artists like Switchfoot, Natalie Grant, Crowder and Tenth Avenue North on Dr. Pepper and Diet Dr. Pepper cans throughout our territory! Thank you fans, artists and families for sharing this great adventure with us. The Crisp Family Lee, Stacie, Hallie, Harry & Isaiah

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WELCOME Dear Christian Music Fans:

Dear FRIENDS:

As Mayor of Music City, it is a pleasure to welcome each of you to Nashville as you

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Nashville for the 2015 K-LOVE Fan

take part in the 2015 K-LOVE Fan Awards. We may be best known as the home of

Awards. I extend my congratulations to those who have been nominated

country music, but we are honored that the Christian music industry also calls

and to those selected by the fans to take awards home. I hope you enjoy

Nashville its hub. I’m also thrilled the K-LOVE Fan Awards will take place at the

this inspirational weekend and your visit to our great state of Tennessee.

Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, a world famous hotel. Whether you are visiting us for the first time or have been to Nashville before, I am certain that you will have the opportunity to experience the Southern hospitality and friendliness that our city is famous for. While in Music City, I encourage you to visit our

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city’s many landmarks, such as the Frist Center for the Visual Arts, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and historical sites such as the Hermitage (home of President Andrew Jackson) and Fort Negley. In addition, please consider visiting the Parthenon, one of our most beloved icons, located in beautiful Centennial Park. It is my sincere wish that your visit is a great success and you have the opportunity to experience firsthand why

Lamar Alexander United States Senator

Rolling Stone magazine selected Nashville as the No. 1 music scene in the country. Enjoy your stay, and we hope to see you back in years to come.

Regards,

welcome to music cit y! Welcome to the historic Grand Ole Opry House for the 2015 K-LOVE Fan Awards

Karl F. Dean Mayor of Nashville

show. Enjoy your time in Middle Tennessee. Starting early in the 1970s, Christian music began the rapid transformation from traditional organs and hymns to electric guitars and drum sets. In the heartland of America, demand for soulful contemporary Christian music continues to grow; and after almost 50 years, Middle Tennessee remains a center for the genre. We wish you a warm welcome while you celebrate the outstanding Christian artists here in

Dear friends:

the cradle of country music. As you spend this evening celebrating the excellence of Christian artists with the K-LOVE radio network, know

On behalf of the state of Tennessee, I am pleased to extend our warmest greetings

you are also generously sharing your resources with those in need through the Hands & Feet Project. Thank you for

to the guests of the 2015 K-LOVE Fan Awards.

volunteering your love and support, and thank you for visiting the great state of Tennessee.

Each week, K-LOVE’s broadcasts impact the lives of over 14 million Americans, including thousands of Tennesseans who enjoy its positive and encouraging

Regards,

message. Tennessee is delighted to host this exciting event that recognizes the talents of outstanding Christian music artists. During your stay, I encourage you to explore Nashville and get a taste of all that the Volunteer State has to offer. Wherever you travel in Tennessee, you will find friendly people who are known for their

Marsha Blackburn Member of Congress

authentic Southern hospitality and eager to invite you back for another visit. Again, welcome to the K-LOVE Fan Awards. Crissy and I send our very best wishes.

Warmest Regards,

Bill Haslam Governor of Tennessee

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WELCOME Dear Award Nominees and Attendees: It is an honor to welcome you to Nashville and the historic Grand Ole Opry House for the 2015 K-LOVE Fan Awards. I am certain you will find Nashville to be a warm and vibrant city. While famous for being the home of country music, Nashville is a place bursting with history, cultural diversity and a flourishing culinary scene. Recently named by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of the “Best Places to Travel,” there is no shortage of things to do and see. I hope you take an opportunity to explore all that Music City has to offer. Congratulations to all of the nominees being honored at this celebration. Your hard work and dedication to providing positive and encouraging entertainment is to be commended, and I am pleased to recognize your achievements. Thank you for sharing your talent. Best wishes for a memorable evening, and I hope you enjoy your time in Nashville.

Sincerely,

Bob Corker United States Senator

EVERY VOTE COUNTS Thanks to your vote, children in Haiti will have a roof over their heads. This year, the K-LOVE Fan Awards partnered with the Hands & Feet Project. For every 500,0000 votes (up to 2 million) that were cast, the Hands & Feet Project has committed to build a family-style residence that will house up to eight orphaned or abandoned children. Thank you for voting in this year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards. Your vote has helped others in need.

To learn more, visit www.handsandfeetproject.org.

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F4N AWARDS 2014 SHOW REWIND

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After an unprecedented first year in 2013, the 2014 K-LOVE Fan Awards became a highlyanticipated event for Christian music and entertainment fans. The Ultimate Fan Experience weekend introduced the K-LOVE Fan Zone, which featured an entire exhibit floor full of live concerts, meet and greets, celebrity basketball games, Christian music memorabilia and even a look inside Jeremy Camp’s tour bus. The weekend was capped off by the second annual Fan Awards that moved from the historic Ryman Auditorium to Nashville’s legendary Grand Ole Opry House, nearly doubling the size of the venue. Hosted by Candace Cameron Bure and Matthew West, last year’s show boasted 23 epic performances — from MercyMe’s opening rendition of “Shake” (complete with dancers and confetti) to Hillsong UNITED’s stunning closing performance of “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail).” In addition, awards were given out in 11 categories, including the newly minted categories of “Worship Song of the Year” and “Best Live Show.” Plus, for the first time ever, fans chose the artist who would appear on a 7UP can. Moreover, for every half million votes cast, K-LOVE and World Hope partnered to provide a home for a family in Detroit. More than 2 million fans voted, and four homes were built for those in need.

Top (l-r): Colton Dixon and his girlfriend; Switchfoot and Ann Voskamp; Jamie Grace; Kari Jobe Center: Last year’s hosts Matthew West and Candace Cameron Bure Bottom (l-r): Love & The Outcome and Jason Roy (Building 429); Steven Curtis Chapman and his daughter, Stevey Joy Chapman; Plumb; Kelenna Azubuike and Natalie Grant

2014 LIVE SHOW

Above: for KING & COUNTRY Top (l-r): Louie Giglio; Mark Hall (Casting Crowns); Michael Tait (Newsboys); Mike Weaver (Big Daddy Weave) Center: Switchfoot Bottom (l-r): Taya Smith (Hillsong UNITED); Francesca Battistelli; Jeremy Camp; Chris Tomlin 18

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WINNERS casting crowns Artist of the Year Chris tomlin Male Artist of the Year Mandisa Female Artist of the Year Newsboys Group or Duo of the Year “Overcomer,” Mandisa Song of the Year “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail),” Hillsong UNITED Worship Song of the Year TobyMac Best Live Show Jamie Grace First Christian Artist to Appear on 7UP Can Thomas Davis, Carolina Panthers Sports Impact

Row 1: Casting Crowns, Chris Tomlin, Mandisa Row 2: Newsboys, Mandisa, Hillsong UNITED Row 3: TobyMac, Jamie Grace, Thomas Davis Row 4: The producers behind God’s Not Dead, Max Lucado

God’s Not Dead, Pure Flix Entertainment Film & Television Impact You’ll Get Through This, Max Lucado Book Impact

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CONFERENCE Nominees for the third annual K-LOVE Fan Awards were unveiled January 20, 2015, at a special press conference. Industry, media and select V.I.P. fans congregated at the historic Franklin Theatre just outside of Nashville for an evening filled with acoustic performances and surprise announcements. Steven Curtis Chapman hosted the hour-plus event, which was also streamed online at KLOVE.com and KLOVEFanAwards.com. for KING & COUNTRY and Newsboys led the music categories with four nominations each. In addition, several of the evening’s nominated artists were on-hand to perform acoustic songs. Colton Dixon sang beautiful piano ballad “Through All of It” from his sophomore album, Anchor. Matt Maher (“Because He Lives (Amen)”) and Matthew West (“Day One”) each debuted brand-new songs. Meanwhile, Plumb (“Lord, I’m Ready Now”) and Francesca Battistelli (“He Knows My Name”) performed their popular singles; and Chapman closed the evening with No. 1 hit “Love Take Me Over.” Pepsi MidAmerica was announced once again as this year’s premier sponsor, and President and CEO Lee Crisp presented this year’s new Christian Pepsi can series. Switchfoot, Crowder, Tenth Avenue North and Natalie Grant will grace the panels of millions of Dr. Pepper and Diet Dr. Pepper cans this summer. In addition, K-LOVE announced the debut of Christian music’s first subscription-based TV channel. The launch of K-LOVE TV will see TAPP TV, a growing multi-platform subscription company, partnering with John Sanders, LLC, to create a one-of-a-kind channel providing on-demand original content that users can access from their computer, tablet or smartphone. Row 1: Franklin Theatre; Steven Curtis Chapman Row 2: Francesca Battistelli; (l-r): Matthew West, Steven Curtis Chapman, Plumb, John Sanders (John Sanders, LLC), Jon Klein (TAPP TV), Mike Novak (K-LOVE), Francesca Battistelli, David Pierce (K-LOVE), Colton Dixon Row 3: Colton Dixon; Matthew West Row 4: Plumb; Lee Crisp (Pepsi MidAmerica) presents this year’s Christian Pepsi can series.

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NOMINEES Female Artist of the Year Francesca Battistelli Jamie Grace Kari Jobe Mandisa Natalie Grant Plumb Book Impact The Best Yes, by Lysa TerKeurst Life After The Storm, by Jan Harrison Raising Boys The Zeller Way, by Steve and Lori Zeller Whatever The Cost, by David and Jason Benham Male Artist of the Year Chris Tomlin Colton Dixon Crowder Jeremy Camp Matthew West Steven Curtis Chapman

Group or Duo of the Year Casting Crowns for KING & COUNTRY MercyMe Newsboys Tenth Avenue North Third Day Artist to Appear on 7UP Can Big Daddy Weave Dan Bremnes OBB Royal Tailor Film & Television Impact “A.D. The Bible Continues” Do You Believe? The Drop Box Mom’s Night Out Saving Christmas Worship Song of the Year “Overwhelmed,” Big Daddy Weave “Jesus Loves Me,” Chris Tomlin

Sports Impact Benjamin Watson Brett Kern Darryl Strawberry Kevin Streelman Tom Crean Tyler Zeller

“Come As You Are,” Crowder “No Other Name,” Hillsong Worship

If you like suspense & thrillers from John Grisham and Tom Clancy

BEST LIVE SHOW for KING & COUNTRY NEEDTOBREATHE Newsboys Tenth Avenue North Third Day TobyMac Song of the Year “Hope In Front of Me,” Danny Gokey

Left Behind by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins

Dead Lawyers Tell No Tales

If you like literary fiction

from Francine Rivers and Pat Conroy

The Third Target

Centralia

by Joel Rosenberg

by Mike Dellosso

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by Chris Fabry

by Randy Singer

If you like medical or crime dramas like Grey’s Anatomy or Castle

If you like

Always on My Mind

The Story Keeper

by Susan May Warren

by Lisa Wingate

Bridge to Haven by Francine Rivers

amish fiction

Introducing our debut authors:

The Choosing

Paper Hearts

Five Brides

All Right Here

by Rachelle Dekker

by Courtney Walsh

by Eva Marie Everson

by Carre Armstrong Gardner

“Fix My Eyes,” for KING & COUNTRY “He Knows My Name,” Francesca Battistelli “Do Something,” Matthew West “Greater,” MercyMe “We Believe,” Newsboys Artist of the Year Casting Crowns Chris Tomlin for KING & COUNTRY MercyMe Newsboys TobyMac

Firewall

By Your Side

Drawing Fire

The Outcast

by DiAnn Mills

by Candace Calvert

by Janice Cantore

by Jolina Petersheim

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(left) Centralia by Mike Dellosso

(right) Chance of Loving You by Terri Blackstock, Candace Calvert, and Susan May Warren

“How Can It Be,” Lauren Daigle “Because He Lives (Amen),” Matt Maher

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TYNDALE HOUSE PUBLISHERS’ MISSION: To minister to the spiritual needs of people through literature consistent with biblical principles. Whether hope, reassurance, healing, or something else entirely, we look to publish fiction that is distinctive, entertaining, hopeful, purposeful, and thoughtful with a greater purpose.

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TONIGHT

Francesca Battistelli David and Jason Benham Blanca Brian Bosworth Kirk Cameron Jeremy Camp Casting Crowns Steven Curtis Chapman Tom Crean Crowder Lauren Daigle Colton Dixon for KING & COUNTRY Louie Giglio Danny Gokey Natalie Grant Jan Harrison Elisabeth Hasselbeck Tim Hasselbeck Hawk Nelson

Kari Jobe Brett Kern Matt Maher MercyMe Britt Nicole Plumb Sidewalk Prophets Ashley Smith Kristian Stanfill Darryl Strawberry Kevin Streelman Michael Tait (Newsboys) Tenth Avenue North Lysa TerKeurst Third Day TobyMac Chris Tomlin Benjamin Watson Mike Weaver (Big Daddy Weave) Matthew West Tyler Zeller *All talent scheduled to appear subject to change.

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HOSTS Elisabeth HasselbEck serves as the co-host of “FOX & Friends.” As a former co-host of ABC’s “The View” for a decade, she and her co-hosts were cited on TIME magazine’s list of the “100 Most Influential People in the World.” In addition, Hasselbeck was a regular contributor to ABC’s “Good Morning America” from 2010-2013. Over the course of her career, she has interviewed numerous celebrities and politicians, including Presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. Moreover, as a woman with Celiac Disease, she works closely with the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University and has written two New York Times bestsellers, The G-Free Diet and the cookbook, Deliciously G-Free. She and her husband, former professional athlete Tim Hasselbeck, have three children. Most exciting part of your Fan Awards hosting duties: It is such an honor to be with all the artists and host with Kirk! The thing that inspires you most about Christian music: Listening to K-LOVE keeps me connected to the promise of the cross each day — in my car, in my home, and with my family Best career moment of the last year: Joining the “FOX & Friends” family Personal highlight of the last year: Finding God’s peace through the uncertainty and storm of my surgery and having the support of my Fox News team, my friends and my family.

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Kirk Cameron is best known for his role as charming older brother Mike Seaver on popular sitcom “Growing Pains.” In addition, Cameron has starred in Fireproof and the Left Behind movies and co-hosted “The Way of the Master” television series. His most recent work includes family films Saving Christmas (nominated for the Film & TV Impact Award tonight) and Mercy Rule, as well as documentaries Unstoppable and Monumental. Cameron also travels across the country teaching people how to share their faith and live out a Christ-centered marriage. He and his wife, Chelsea, are the founders of Camp Firefly, a camp for seriously ill children and their families. Together, they live in California with their six children. Most exciting part of your Fan Awards hosting duties: Celebrating musical excellence and introducing new artists to the world The thing that inspires you most about Christian music: The hope and strength of the gospel message Best career moment of the last year: Working with my son, James, on “Lee in Virginia” Current most-played artist on your iPod: St. Paul & The Broken Bones Favorite actor/actress you’ve ever worked with: Chelsea Cameron

Favorite person you’ve ever interviewed: My kids after school

Favorite “Growing Pains” episode: “Love Triangle”

Favorite thing to cook: Gluten-free BBQ chicken sliders and my mama’s meatball recipes

One thing people may not know about you: I was named after Captain Kirk of “Star Trek” by my father. @kirkcameron

One thing people may not know about you: How messy I am @ehasselbeck

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NOMINEES REBORN

THE NEW ALBUM FEATURING “CAST MY CARES” IN STORES & ONLINE June 23, 2015. SEE THEM ON THE POSITIVE HITS TOUR August & September

The New Album featuring the #1 hit song

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This Year: Released their first hymns project, Glorious Day: Hymns of Faith, exclusive to Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® By The Numbers: 8.2 million albums sold, 9 No. 1 hits, 3 Platinum records Before Their Record Deal: Casting Crowns was a youth group worship band for students in Daytona Beach, Fla., led by youth pastor Mark Hall. Fast Fact: Casting Crowns currently holds the position as Billboard’s top-selling act in Christian music since 2007. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Broken Together” Also nominated for Group or Duo of the Year @castingcrowns

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In stores & online

September 18, 2015

See him on the

Newsboys We Believe... God’s Not Dead

Tour this fall!

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CHRIS TOMLIN This Year: Launched “Worship Night in America” events scheduled to take place this summer in New York, Denver and Sacramento By The Numbers: 8.9 million digital singles sold, 21 Dove Awards, 10 albums Before His Record Deal: Led worship at Texas A&M’s weekly Bible study, Breakaway, and Dawson McAllister youth conferences Fast Fact: Chris’ dad taught him how to play guitar one summer when he was 9-years-old and sick at home with mono. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” Also nominated for Male Artist of the Year @christomlin 34 34

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Congratulations on the nomination for

FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

For King & Country This Year: Won first GRAMMY® Awards for “Best Contemporary Christian Album” and “Best Contemporary Christian Music Song” By The Numbers: 500,000 albums sold, 28 sold-out shows on Fall 2014 headlining tour, 2 late night TV performances Before Their Record Deal: Sang background vocals for their sister, Rebecca St. James Fast Fact: Joel and Luke Smallbone have five other siblings, and all seven are in the entertainment industry. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Shoulders” Also nominated for Group or Duo of the Year, Best Live Show @4kingandcountry 36 36

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MERCYME This Year: Entered the studio to record their second Christmas album slated to release later this year By The Numbers: 2 million downloads of “I Can Only Imagine,” 26 No. 1 singles, 4 consecutive mainstream radio hits Before Their Record Deal: The band released six independent albums before signing with INO Records (now Fair Trade Services) in 2001. Fast Fact: Lead singer Bart Millard wrote down the phrase “I Can Only Imagine” repeatedly after losing his father to cancer and years later wrote the song in 10 minutes when he stumbled across the words in an old notebook. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Flawless” Also nominated for Group or Duo of the Year @mercyme 38

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thank you artists, fans, and k-love for impacting lives across the country

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NEWSBOYS This Year: Released first hymns record, Hallelujah For The Cross By The Numbers: 8 million albums sold, 33 No. 1 hits, 4 GRAMMY® nominations Before Their Record Deal: The band was originally founded by former lead singer Peter Furler and his friend, George Perdikis, in Australia in 1985. Fast Fact: The band’s original name was “The News,” but they changed it when they moved to the U.S. to avoid confusion with the band Huey Lewis and the News. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “We Believe” Also nominated for Group or Duo of the Year, Best Live Show @newsboys 40

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TOBYMAC This Year: Became the first Christian artist in his label’s history to achieve five consecutive Gold studio albums By The Numbers: 11 million career albums sold, 5 GRAMMY® Awards, 2 BMI Songwriter of the Year Awards Before His Record Deal: Formed dcTalk with friends Michael Tait and Kevin Max while studying at Liberty University Fast Fact: Toby’s brand-new studio album, **This Is Not A Test**, is slated to release August 7. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Beyond Me” Also nominated for Best Live Show @officialtobymac

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NOMINEES Male Artist of the Year — Female Artist of the Year — Group or Duo of the Year — Best Live Show

Francesca Battistelli Female Artist of the Year This Year: Partnered with Mercy Ministries for “He Knows My Name” music video By The Numbers: 2 million single downloads, 6 Dove Awards, 1 Gold album (My Paper Heart) Before Her Record Deal: Performed with mainstream pop vocal group Bella Fast Fact: Francesca met her husband Matt Goodwin (son of NewSong’s Billy Goodwin) on Winter Jam in 2009. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Holy Spirit” @francescamusic

JEREMY CAMP MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR This Year: Released eighth studio album, I Will Follow By The Numbers: 37 No. 1 singles, 8 studio albums, 4 ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Awards Before His Record Deal: Led worship all over Southern California Fast Fact: Jeremy’s first wife, Melissa, passed away from cancer at 21, inspiring early singles, including “I Still Believe” and “Walk By Faith.” Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “He Knows” @jeremycamp

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MERCYME CHECK LIST

ARTIST

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steven curtis chapman MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR This Year: Brought popular monthly concert series, “Sam’s Place,” back to Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium By The Numbers: 58 Dove Awards, 48 No. 1 singles, 5 GRAMMY® Awards Before His Record Deal: Worked as a singer and dancer at Opryland U.S.A. Fast Fact: Steven’s sons, Caleb and Will, are members of indie pop band Colony House (currently on tour with NEEDTOBREATHE). Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Something Beautiful” @stevencurtis

Top 5 Billboard debut - “Welcome To The New” 14 week #1 single - “Greater” 2 hit music videos

K-LOVE Fan Award Nomination “Artist Of The Year” K-LOVE Fan Award Nomination “Group Of The Year” K-LOVE Fan Award Nomination “Song Of The Year” GREATER GRAMMY® nomination for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album, “Welcome to the New” GRAMMY® nomination for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song, “Shake” Dove Award winner National Television performances and high profile touring New suits, haircuts and shaves

crowder MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR This Year: Garnered first career No. 1 at radio with “Come As You Are” By The Numbers: 12 years with David Crowder*Band, 9 Dove Awards, 3 GRAMMY® nominations Before His Record Deal: Began leading worship in the mid-’90s at University Baptist Church in Waco, Texas, as an outreach to Baylor students. Fast Fact: Crowder’s former home in Waco was originally owned by the creator of Dr. Pepper. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Come As You Are” @crowdermusic

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Jamie grace

MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

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This Year: Released sophomore album, Anchor By The Numbers: 3 consecutive chart-topping Hot Adult Contemporary singles, 2 full-length albums, 1 Steinway artist endorsement deal Before His Record Deal: Appeared on Season 11 of “American Idol” Fast Fact: Boston-based ice cream maker Emack & Bolio’s named a flavor after Colton Dixon: “Colton Dixon’s Rockin’ Red Velvet.” Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Through All of It” @coltondixon

This Year: Became one of only four female Christian artists to garner a Gold single when “Hold Me (feat. TobyMac)” was downloaded more than 500,000 times By The Numbers: 1 Dove Award, 1 GRAMMY® nomination, 1 performance on “The View” Before Her Record Deal: Discovered on YouTube by TobyMac Fast Fact: Jamie is also one-half of country duo Harper Stills with her sister, Morgan Harper Nichols. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Do Life Big” @jamiegraceh

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This Year: Launched NG by Natalie Grant, a faith-based custom jewelry and apparel line By The Numbers: 3 million albums sold, 5-time GMA Female Vocalist of the Year, 2 seasons as host of GSN’s “It Takes a Church” Before Her Record Deal: Performed as a member of vocal group TRUTH Fast Fact: Natalie is the founder of non-profit organization Hope for Justice International, which advocates and cares for victims of human trafficking. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Burn Bright” @nataliegrant

This Year: Married fellow worship leader Cody Carnes in November By The Numbers: 1.5 + million Facebook fans, 4 Dove Awards, 1 live album (Majestic) Before Her Record Deal: Obtained her degree in pastoral studies and psychology Fast Fact: Kari released two Spanish language albums and won a Dove Award for Spanish Language Album of the Year in 2010. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “I Am Not Alone” @karijobe

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mandisa FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR This Year: Released first-ever full-length remix album, Get Up: The Remixes By The Numbers: 3 performances on “Good Morning America,” 1 GRAMMY® Award, 1 Dove Award Before Her Record Deal: Became a finalist on Season 5 of “American Idol” Fast Fact: Mandisa performed as part of the legendary Fisk Jubilee Singers while at Nashville’s Fisk University. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Press On” @mandisaofficial

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needtobreathe best live show This Year: Performed on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade By The Numbers: 10 Dove Awards, 5 studio albums, 1 GRAMMY® nomination Before Their Record Deal: Lead singer Bear Rinehart was a wide receiver for Furman University and named South Carolina’s Player of the Year as a senior. Fast Fact: NEEDTOBREATHE was personally hand-picked by Taylor Swift to open for her Speak Now World Tour in 2011. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Brother” @NEEDTOBREATHE 54

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plumb FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR This Year: Released seventh studio album, EXHALE By The Numbers: 3 million singles sold worldwide, 10 No. 1 radio hits, 3 No. 1 Billboard Hot Dance singles in past 5 years Before Her Record Deal: Worked as a background singer for Bill Gaither and Amy Grant Fast Fact: Plumb has penned songs for an array of mainstream and Christian artists, including Mandy Moore, Michelle Branch, Natalie Grant and more. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Lord, I’m Ready Now” @plumbmusic

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This Year: Released fourth studio project, Cathedrals By The Numbers: 1 million records sold, 4 studio albums, 3 Dove Awards Before Their Record Deal: The members of Tenth Avenue North were students at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Fast Fact: $2 from every sale of the band’s new album, Cathedrals, will go to fight human trafficking — a cause the band addresses on their song “For Those Who Can’t Speak.” Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Stars in the Night” @tenthavenorth

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Congratulations to third day Group OR duo of the year, best live show This Year: Released Lead Us Back: Songs of Worship, their first worship album in more than a decade By The Numbers: 8.5 million albums sold, 30 No. 1 singles, 4 GRAMMY® Awards Before Their Record Deal: Lead singer Mac Powell and guitarist Mark Lee originally formed the band as high schoolers in 1991. Fast Fact: Mac Powell has released two solo country projects, including 2014’s Southpaw. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Soul on Fire” @thirdday

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FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR matThew west male ARTIST OF THE YEAR This Year: Released Live Forever, his third studio album based on fans’ real-life stories By The Numbers: 6 studio albums, 1 Billboard Music Award, 1 Emmy® nomination Before His Record Deal: Wrote songs for numerous country and Christian artists, including Rascal Flatts, Billy Ray Cyrus, Diamond Rio, Rachael Lampa and more Fast Fact: In high school, Matthew was listed as a top college prospect for a baseball scholarship by the Chicago Sun-Times but wound up with a music scholarship instead. Currently Heard on K-LOVE: “Day One” @matthew_west

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BOOK

I M P A C T The Best Yes By Lysa TerKeurst — @lysaterkeurst New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst helps women discover their “best yes” in her latest book. As a wife, mother to five, author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, TerKeurst claims she’s a chronic peoplepleaser. Like every busy mom, she knows a thing or two about feeling overwhelmed. In The Best Yes, TerKeurst reveals the secrets she’s learned to saying “no” and reserving her “yes” for the things that add purpose, meaning and beauty to her life, while looking to Christ for discernment. In addition, all of the proceeds from The Best Yes go toward select Christian ministries around the world. Photo by: Mike Healy

Life After The Storm By Jan Harrison — @janmharrison77 Author, speaker and Bible teacher Jan Harrison shares her personal story of tragedy in Life After The Storm, following the unexpected death of her son, James. Although Harrison’s experience is one of loss and grief, her pain became the catalyst for transformation. Through her book, she promises others that God can use their pain for purpose, too. She encourages readers to stop living in the fear of “what if” and be equipped for life “even if.” Harrison points to Scripture and personal experience to help others battle change, doubt and uncertainty in the midst of life’s hardest storms.

Raising Boys The Zeller Way By Steve and Lori Zeller — @zellerbook Parents Steve and Lori Zeller have three boys — Luke, Tyler and Cody — all of whom finished at the top of their high school class, played NCAA Division I basketball and earned NBA contracts. Raising Boys The Zeller Way gives readers a glimpse into the Zeller home. Alternating between Steve’s voice and Lori’s voice and interspersed with comments from all three kids, the book is filled with honest and entertaining real-life anecdotes from the Zellers’ parenting journey, the lessons they learned along the way and the advice they’ve come to glean through years of raising three intelligent, athletic, talented, godly young men.

Whatever The Cost By David and Jason Benham — @benhambrothers Twin brothers David and Jason Benham gave up one dream for another. As former professional baseball players, they traded in their gloves for a corner office as real estate entrepreneurs, building a multi-million dollar business that earned them an HGTV reality series. Whatever The Cost details their early life and the experience that gave them national media exposure after HGTV pulled the plug on their show before the first episode aired because the brothers chose to adhere to their Christian beliefs. The book also expands on the principles they’ve learned as Christians, husbands, fathers, athletes and successful businessmen.

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Benjamin Watson

Kevin Streelman

NFL, New Orleans Saints

PGA

This Year: Attracted media attention for his openly Christian stand on Ferguson and Baltimore conflicts By The Numbers: 360 receptions, 4,138 yards, 32 touchdowns Before He Turned Pro: Became standout receiver for the University of Georgia Fast Fact: Benjamin was a member of the 2009 Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots @benjaminswatson

This Year: Won 2015 Masters Par 3 Tournament By The Numbers: 3 mini-tour wins; 3 more professional wins, 2 on the PGA tour Before He Turned Pro: Spent six years and drove more than 300,000 miles before earning his PGA tour card in 2007 Fast Fact: Kevin was dedicated to basketball, baseball and tennis before taking up golf as a high school freshman and playing college golf at Duke. @streels54

Brett Kern

Tom Crean

NFL, Tennessee Titans

NCAA, Head Coach for the Indiana Hoosiers

This Year: Signed new multi-year contract with Tennessee Titans By The Numbers: Statistically one of the top punters in NFL history with a 45.1 average per punt Before His Current Deal: Waived by the Denver Broncos and signed by the Titans in 2009 Fast Fact: Brett is the son of Cal Kern, owner of amateur baseball team Niagra Power. @brettkern6

This Year: Made the NCAA tournament field for the third time during his current tenure at Indiana By The Numbers: 311 wins, 2012 ESPN National Coach of the Year, 2 NCAA Sweet 16 appearances Before His Current Position: Served as assistant to Tom Izzo at Michigan State, then head coach at Marquette Fast Fact: Tom is married to Joani Harbaugh, the sister of Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh. @tomcrean

Darryl Strawberry

Tyler Zeller

MLB, New York Mets

NBA, Boston Celtics

This Year: Ministered through Christ-centered recovery program, Strawberry Ministries By The Numbers: 335 home runs, 9-time All-Star selection, 4 World Series Championships Before His Current Ministry: Overcame addiction, cancer and divorce Fast Fact: Together, Darryl and his wife, Tracy, have nine children. @strawministries

This Year: Started 59 of 82 regular season games with Boston Celtics By The Numbers: Shot 55% from field, 82% from line and averaged 10 points and almost 6 rebounds per game Before He Turned Pro: Played for 2009 NCAA National Champion team and named 2013 Player of the Year at North Carolina Fast Fact: Tyler is the nephew of former NBA player Al Eberhard and the brother to current Charlotte Hornet Cody Zeller and former Phoenix Sun Luke Zeller. @zellertyler

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ARTIST TO APPEAR ON A 7UP CAN Last year, for the first time ever, fans had the opportunity to vote on the artist who would appear on cans of 7UP thanks to K-LOVE’s partnership with Pepsi MidAmerica. The votes were cast, and fans chose Jamie Grace as the fresh face of 7UP. This year, once again Pepsi MidAmerica is letting fans choose the artist who will appear on millions of cans of 7UP. This year’s nominees are a diverse bunch. Royal Tailor and OBB delight fans with their unique spins on pop/rock. Meanwhile, new Canadian singer/songwriter Dan Bremnes offers some food for thought, while Big Daddy Weave serves up worship in spades. Who did you pick? Find out tonight!

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FILM&TV I M P A C T A.D. The Bible Continues @bibleseries “A.D. The Bible Continues” picks up right where the critically-acclaimed mini-series “The Bible” left off, beginning with the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. The 12-week mini-series, which began appropriately on Easter Sunday, finds executive producers Roma Downey (“The Bible”) and Mark Burnett (“The Bible,” “The Voice”) taking viewers on a journey through the later chapters of biblical history as the Christian faith began to multiply, thanks to bold Christ followers like Paul, Peter and John. The spotlight lands on the disciples and their ministry work as they begin to introduce the gospel message to people hungry for hope. “A.D. The Bible Continues” airs Sunday nights on NBC.

Do You Believe? @dybmovie

From the creators of last year’s K-LOVE Film & TV Impact award-winning movie God’s Not Dead, comes Do You Believe? With an all-star cast that includes Mira Sorvino, Sean Astin, Cybill Shepherd and Lee Majors, the film follows a dozen different people whose lives intersect as they search for significance and meaning. One of these individuals, a local pastor, is shaken to his core after an encounter with a street-corner preacher, reminding him that actions speak louder than words. The incident becomes a catalyst that impacts everyone he touches in divine ways that can only be orchestrated by God. Moreover, the Newsboys also provide the theme song for the movie with their hit, “We Believe.”

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Mom’s Night Out

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Starring Sarah Drew, Sean Astin, Patricia Heaton and Trace Atkins, Mom’s Night Out is a real-life depiction of what every frazzled mom dreams of — a peaceful, carefree night out with girlfriends. The film follows Allyson (Sarah Drew) and her fellow mommy friends as they attempt to have a quiet, child-free evening full of adult conversion while their husbands watch the kids. This family comedy offers authentic characters and a true-to-life story that moms and dads of all ages will instantly identify with as they laugh and cry right along with the cast. With a large dose of hilarity, Mom’s Night Out celebrates the beautiful, crazy mess that we call parenthood.

Saving Christmas @kirkcameron This past holiday season, Kirk Cameron encouraged people to keep the “Christ” in Christmas with his new film, Saving Christmas. The movie follows Kirk’s on-screen fictional family. When his sister’s annual holiday party faces ruin thanks to his brother-in-law Christian’s “Bah Humbug” attitude, Cameron embarks on an all-out mission to help Christian discover the true meaning of the season. Saving Christmas offers a strong biblical basis for the holiday’s time-honored traditions and provides a simultaneously hilarious and endearing take on December 25. Filled with dancing, feasting, family and all the things that make Christmas meaningful, the film gives viewers plenty of reasons to celebrate.

In partnership with Focus on the Family and Kindred Image, The Drop Box tells the story of South Korean pastor Lee Jong-rak and his heroic efforts to care for the least of these. When an abandoned baby was left on his church’s doorstep, Jong-rak decided to provide a “baby box” for the hundreds of children abandoned in his country. The documentary is a heart-wrenching narrative exploring the physical, emotional and financial toll associated with providing refuge to orphans who would otherwise be abandoned on the streets. The film’s also become a tool to teach people about the great need of the more than 150 million orphans around the world waiting for forever families.

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”Overwhelmed”

Big Daddy weave @bdwmusic Big Daddy Weave’s lead singer Mike Weaver came up with the bridge and chorus to “Overwhelmed” one day in his garage — his self-dubbed “man cave.” He sent his ideas to Phil Wickham who then added the verses during a co-writing session via Skype. The choir heard at the end features a group of kids from Tanzania, which Big Daddy Weave recorded during a trip with World Vision to meet their sponsored children. The band’s trip is vividly chronicled in the music video for the song, the group’s fourth consecutive No. 1 single. Weaver says the addition of the children’s choir was his “favorite way to end a recording yet.”

”jesus loves me” CHRIS TOMLIN @christomlin

Chris Tomlin’s new adaptation of “Jesus Loves Me” came at the eleventh hour as he was finalizing his latest studio album, Love Ran Red. The song he first learned as a child began to take on a whole new meaning as Tomlin sang the song over his daughters at nighttime. “I find that it’s easier to sing as a kid,” the worship leader contends. “The older you get, the more unbelievable that really is… I don’t think anybody realizes how powerful those words are — how huge they are and how life-changing — and I think we need to be reminded of that. This song is a reminder of that simple truth.”

”COME AS YOU ARE” CROWDER @crowdermusic

David Crowder says he believes “Come As You Are” is the anchor and hinge for his entire solo project, Neon Steeple. “What I love about that song is that it makes room for all of us,” Crowder comments. “What if, no matter what in the world you’ve done — think of the worst thing you’ve never told another person — what if that’s OK, and there’s something that can cover that and exceed that depravity? When you talk about invitations — an invitation into something bigger and grander than what you know and experience — [this song] feels like it throws the doors open wide.” The single has indeed become an invitation to millions worldwide and recently became Crowder’s first career No. 1 at radio.

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other name”

Hillsong worship @hillsongworship The title track from Hillsong Worship’s newest effort, No Other Name, exalts the name above every name — Jesus, and the album’s cover art creatively tells the story behind the song. The artwork is not an illusion of Photoshop. It’s a real image taken in Times Square when Hillsong rented out 21 neon billboards to display the greatest declaration of hope. “Times Square — one of the most iconic locations on earth — is a place where so many names scream for fame,” Hillsong Church Communications Director Jay Argaet offers. “The most powerful brands, the biggest shows and the most famous celebrities — every name wants to be the greatest! [We thought] perhaps this would be the most powerful way to remind the world His name trumps them all.”

”how

can it be”

Lauren Daigle @lauren_daigle When new Centricity Music artist Lauren Daigle was working on her debut, her producer, Paul Mabury, brought her a song that he had written with Jason Ingram and Jeff Johnson. Based on the account in John 7, where Jesus is writing in the sand and extends grace to an adulterous woman instead of stoning her as the law decreed, “How Can It Be” displays the reality of redemption. “As the song played, tears started coming down my face and I was amazed by it,” Daigle shares. “I just recognized a place when I deserved the worst, and God completely ransomed me… In my sin and in my shame, He fought for me.”

”because

he lives,(amen)”

Matt Maher @mattmahermusic

Singer/songwriter Matt Maher originally began the chorus to “Because He Lives (Amen)” with fellow songwriters Ed Cash and Jason Ingram. He finished the song with worship leader Chris Tomlin and then decided he had to include the lyrics to the old hymn in the bridge. With Bill Gaither’s blessing Maher’s brand-new single was born, and the song became the first cut he wrote and recorded for his latest album, Saints & Sinners. Maher believes the message of the song celebrates the ultimate pinnacle of the Christian faith. “Everything we do as Christians comes after the fact of the resurrection,” he says. “Sometimes things have to die in order for them to come to life.” #klo vefanaward s 69 # K LOV E FA N A WA R D S

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”hope

in front of me”

Danny Gokey @dannygokey

It was Danny Gokey’s first wife, Sophia, who initially encouraged him to try out for “American Idol.” One month before auditions, Sophia passed away, leaving Danny with a broken heart and a new story of God’s faithfulness to share from the “Idol” stage. Now, years later, Gokey is remarried and has two children. “Hope In Front of Me” simply looks back on the unexpected path he’s walked. “When we went to write this song, we wanted a song that reflected that journey I’d walked through,” Gokey explains. “This song is not only my journey, but a reflection of so many people’s journeys.” The song was written by Gokey, Bernie Herms and Brett James and stayed at the top of the Christian radio charts for four weeks.

”fix my eyes”

for KING & COUNTRY @4kingandcountry “Fix My Eyes” was actually written a year-and-a-half before brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone officially recorded it for their sophomore album, Run Wild. Live Free. Love Strong. Meanwhile, the duo was testing the song live for audiences on their first headlining tour. As they traveled across the country in a 15-passenger van and dealt with Luke’s diagnosis of a digestive disorder in October 2012, the band penned the words to the song, which they recently performed on “Today with Kathie Lee and Hoda.” “We just asked ourselves, ‘After all these discoveries, who are we as a band, what do we want to say, what do we stand for?’ And we came up with a list of sorts,” Joel explains. “‘Fix My Eyes’ is now an anchor for us as a band.”

”he knows my name” Francesca Battistelli @francescamusic

Francesca Battistelli’s song “He Knows My Name” resonates with self-awareness of social pressures and the immense need to remind listeners that their identity is found solely in Christ. “I really hope this song can become an anthem for people,” Battistelli says, “because for me, I know my whole life I’ve struggled with believing what other people say about me — whether it’s good or bad, putting too much stock in what other people think; but this is a song that celebrates what God calls us.” Fans will quickly identify with the real-life stories of four Mercy Ministries graduates featured in the 12-minute long form music video for the single.

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”do

something”

Matthew west @matthew_west Matthew West’s “Do Something” is based on the story of Andrea, a young woman from Colorado who traveled to Uganda originally for class credit. When she arrived, she discovered an orphanage where children were abused and neglected. She called her father and told him she wasn’t coming home. Andrea relentlessly pestered the Ugandan government until they eventually shut the facility down and entrusted 40 children to her care, none of whom had ever slept in a bed. Today, Andrea runs an orphanage that houses more than 120 children. “Andrea’s story floored me,” says West. “Today, so many of us talk so much about being the hands and feet of Christ but never really display what that looks like. Andrea has gone to the extremes to show us all what wild abandon to the cause of Christ looks like. It’s not about talking; it’s about doing.”

”greater”

MERCYME @mercyme “Greater” brings the message of grace and the band’s influences of Americana-flavored groups like Mumford & Sons and The Lumineers to the forefront. Front man Bart Millard hopes listeners can believe the promise that “You are holy, righteous and redeemed.” The singer has already seen the lasting effects of the song through the eyes of his middle son, Charlie. “One day I was trying to tell my son, because he has a stuttering problem, ‘Buddy, people may make fun of you, but you have something inside of you that is telling you you’re something different, that you’re stronger than that and that you’re beautiful,’” Millard shares. “From time to time, I can hear him singing this song in the house, and I’ve thought, That’s the reason to make a record.”

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believe”

NEWSBOYS @newsboys

“If Billy Graham could sing [professionally], I believe he would sing these words,” offers Newsboys lead singer Michael Tait of the band’s anthemic single “We Believe.” With lyrics that reflect the believer’s creed, the song has become one of the biggest hits of the band’s career to date. Ironically, it was the final cut they recorded for the group’s album Restart. “It’s a great statement of our faith,” affirms longtime drummer Duncan Phillips. “A lot of times, I think we have the culture screaming at us [just the] opposite of that… It’s black and white… I think why it resonates with so many people is it’s just something they can get behind.”

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BILLY RAY H E A R N Christian music lost a true pioneer when Billy Ray Hearn passed away April 15, 2015, at 85. Hearn was a tireless advocate for Christian music and a trailblazer for the genre, launching the careers of some of the format’s most successful and beloved artists, including Amy Grant, Steven Curtis Chapman, Steve Taylor, Keith Green and BeBe and CeCe Winans, among others. The Gospel Music Hall of Fame member launched Myrrh Records in 1971, and in 1976, he founde Sparrow Records, the imprint now owned by Capitol Christian Music Group, the largest Christian music and publishing company in the world and label home to TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, Britt Nicole, Jeremy Camp, Hillsong UNITED and more. Today, his son, Bill, carries

“I don’t think there’s a single person who’s more responsible for the existence of the form of gospel music I’m a part of. He was, to the end, a guy who loved music, loved the artists and loved the message like nobody else.” —Steven Curtis Chapman

on his tremendous legacy as President/CEO of Capitol Christian Music Group.

“In the ’70s, when Billy Ray Hearn launched his visionary label, Sparrow Records, he opened the door for

me and every other Christian artist to record contemporary faith music… What I remember

1929—2015

most about a person is the way I feel in their presence. Billy Ray always made me feel like the belle of the ball.

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I miss him already. —Amy Grant

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Top Row (first three photos): Hearn through the years; Hearn pictured at Nashville’s Broadway Dinner Train celebrating the re-signing of Steven Curtis Chapman to Sparrow Records Bottom Row: Hearn presents BeBe and CeCe Winans with Gold record; Hearn at Charisma magazine; Hearn at the symphony; Hearn pictured with son, Bill # K LOV E FA N A WA R D S

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Live Event Staff Production Management - Go Live Productions; Audio Systems - Spectrum Sound; Lighting Systems - Elite Multimedia; Video Display Systems - Elite Multimedia; Rigging and Automation - Five Points Production Services; Staging - Accurate Staging; Musical Instrument Rentals - Go Live Productions; Production Design - Tony Fransen, Scott Moore, Matthew Guice; Audio Production Truck - Music Mix Mobile; Video Production Truck - TNDV; Broadcast Audio Truck - TNDV; Show Director - Scott Moore; Technical Director - Matthew Guice; Logistics - Jennifer Dillingham; Production Assistant - Erin Moore; Stage Manager - Dustin Reynolds; Assistant Stage Managers - Mike Jones, Brian Reese, Scott DeVos; Rigger/Dock Manager Clay Christian; Backline Technicians - Brian Willis, Ben George, Russell Garrett, Mike Anderson, Alec Moore; Automation Technician - Daniel Grove; Audio FOH Engineer - Russ Long; FOH Tech/Interstitial Engineer - Curtis Flatt; Monitor Engineers - Kyle McMahon, Dave McMullin; Audio Lead/RF Technician - Rudd Lance; Audio Patch Technicians - Kendall Daniel, Brittany Prescott, Sam Kerstetter, Brenton Jones; Monitor Technician - Matt Probisco; ProTools Operator - Joe Hutchinson; Lighting Design & Direction - Tony Fransen; Lighting Crew Chief - Chris Hummel; Lighting Technicians - Brian Palmer, Chris Gilliam; Video Graphics Operator - Stephen Mathew; Teleprompter Operator - Luke McElroy; Media Server Operator - Anthony Morgan; Video Director - Nic Duggar; Video Truck EIC - Rob Devlin; Video Truck A2 - Adam Ellis; Audio Truck EIC - Joel Singer; Audio Truck Mix Engineer - Jay Vicary Hosts Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Kirk Cameron K-LOVE Fan Awards Branding, 3-D Motion Graphics and Trophy Already Been Chewed Studio Graphic Design for Fan Awards Weekend Gabe Dunlap K-LOVE Fan Zone Zach Thomas Ticketing Victoria Vance, Allison Love, Holly Singleton Voting Blackwood Media Group - Justin Phelan, Aaron Harlow Social Media Raincloud Media - Carolyn Haggard, Maritza Collazo K-LOVE TV Jon Klein, Jeff Gaspin, Mike Greer, Ed Keohane, Amy Kuessner, Elizabeth Ford, Stephanie Scheff Bramell, Daniel Zapata Media Relations The Media Collective - Velvet Kelm, Courtney Hyder, Kirsten Grenier, Alana Harrison, Brooke Huppenthal Wortman Works - Jules Wortman

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Photography Getty Images/WireImage Kurt Heinecke Video Director/Producer - Daniel Zapata, Julian Williamson, Gray Harrison, The Sampley Brothers, Jerit Abart Writer Steve Strout Accounting Charles McClean, Jill Peeler, Beth Brown, Zach Thomas Program Printer - Data Supplies, Inc., Bill Prady Designer - Mary Sergent - marysergentcreative@gmail.com Cover Design - Gabe Dunlap Writer/Editor - Lindsay Williams - lindswill@comcast.net Industry Event/Hospitality Joy Fletcher Record Labels and Advisors Capitol - Grant Hubbard, Tamara Moore Centricity - Steve Ford Curb - John Butler Fair Trade - Dan Michaels, Meredith Leatherwood Gotee - Joey Elwood, Brad Moist Provident - Nina Williams, Andrew Patton, Roxanne Nichols Tooth & Nail - Lauren Heerlein Word - Andrea Kleid, Kenny Rodgers, Ali Tigh Pepsi Lee & Stacie Crisp, Hallie, Harry & Isaiah Crisp, Keith & Cyndi Dickens, Doug Deaton, Lauren Anderson, Claire DeHoet, Derek Reeves, Leigh Holt, Shaun Tomczak, Liz Zinke World Hope Ashley Buchweitz, Cory Cooper, Lisa Cooper, Ward Hodges, David Janney, Derek Janney, Justice Montgomery, Ann Sebert Sports Spectrum Robert Walker & Team Regions Bank Ronnie Smith, Tony Hotchkiss, Steve Childress, Steve Syfert Special Thanks Jeremy Byrd; Michael Carpino - You’re the best!; Joy Feltcher; Randy Chase; Chick-fil-A; Crossfire Ministries - Randy Shepherd & Jamie Johnson; Hands & Feet Project; Memphis Jones; Angela Nixon; Allison Love; Victoria Vance; Chelsea Berryhill; Bill Prady/DSI; Kyle Rote, Jr.; Melissa Haas; Mark Stuart; Trevecca Nazarene University - David Caldwell, Leasa Williams & student volunteers; Rick Trotter; Tricia Wickham; Michael McDowell & the K-LOVE Racing Team; Our friends at TAPP TV/K-LOVE TV; Tim & Elisabeth Hasselbeck family; Kirk & Chelsea Cameron family; VisitMusicCity.com - Scott Wright & Katie Moon All of the artists, authors, athletes and performers in attendance... Thank you for sharing your talent with us! All of the record labels, radio promoters, publishers, agents, performers, and sports teams represented...Thank you for all of your support!

To the FANS: Without you, the K-LOVE Fan Awards would not be possible! You are the reason we’re here tonight! Thank you for believing in and supporting K-LOVE and Christian music and entertainment! We are so grateful for you.

The K-LOVE Fan Awards is a John Sanders LLC/World Hope event. about k-Love fan awards The mission of the K-LOVE Fan Awards is to create a unique and fun fan experience that celebrates and promotes artists, athletes, authors and entertainers, who, with excellence, engage and impact popular culture for Jesus Christ. Nominees in the music categories were determined by K-LOVE with consideration given to airplay, spins, impact and overall performance. Nominees in the sports category were selected by K-LOVE and a sports committee. Nominees in the book and film & television categories were determined by K-LOVE with consideration given to sales, impact and overall reach. Winners are solely determined by fan vote online. For additional info, visit www.klovefanawards.com.

“I hope many will watch this because it exposes us to a true hero and a worthy example to follow.” — Francis Chan The Drop Box documentary tells the remarkable true story of a courageous pastor named Lee Jong-rak. Over the past decade, Pastor Lee has rescued hundreds of babies who would have otherwise been abandoned on the streets of Seoul, South Korea.

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More than a quarter of a million people across North America saw the theatrical release of The Drop Box in early March 2015 and discovered firsthand a remarkable story of hope and love. Now you, too, can experience this powerful documentary.

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about K-LOVE plays positive, encouraging contemporary Christian music with a message designed to draw people toward an authentic relationship with God while living out real life in the real world. The radio network has 446 signals in 47 states with an estimated weekly audience of over 14 million listeners. Positive, encouraging K-LOVE is heard in great cities including New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Phoenix, Denver and Nashville. For more info, visit www.klove.com. 78

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