Music

South Florida rappers track their rise and fall through a lens of faith.

Listening to Billie Eilish’s honesty and pain helps parents and church leaders empathize with how their youth may be feeling.

In the folk artist’s latest, old stories and rich language blend to say something about modern life.

A worship album based on King Jehoshaphat’s leading the people of Judah in victory by praising the Lord.

Die-hard fans and curious newcomers alike will find something to like in Weezer’s 13th album.

Two-time Dove Award winner Meredith Andrews offers truly God-centered worship with her first ever solo live album

With the occasional nod to Middle Eastern sounds, this instrumental album gently brings listeners to the caves of Cappadocia where early Christians fled from persecution.

In this gorgeous album, singer-songwriter and mandolinist Andrew Marlin travels through variations of longing and loss.

The album combines high energy music and reflective pieces, all centered on experiencing God’s mighty presence. 

Let Chopin and Andsnes take you on a gripping musical ride.

Morse and his band ended up creating another two-disc concept album, The Great Adventure, based on the next part of Pilgrim’s Progress.

Switchfoot’s return brings a welcome positive and upbeat voice.

David Bazan’s first album in 15 years under the name Pedro the Lion feels like a hopeful and nervous push toward permanence.

Dave Pittman offers a soulful, upbeat sound on his sophomore release, Different Kind of Love.

Millennials may find this album resonates with the common challenges of their generation, particularly around authenticity and love.

We asked our reviewers to offer their five favorite titles of 2018 in a number of categories. 

Trench is effective pop music that speaks life into lonely spaces—both external and internal—that may not otherwise receive such care. It is also an album that props itself on weighty images and aesthetics without shouldering any of the burden that bore those images.

54-year-old TobyMac keeps pumping out memorable music.

Delta is a courageous album by a band facing extremely high expectations.

Christian rocker Cleveland’s tenth solo album tells personal stories that are close to her heart.

Russ Taff’s versatility is on full display with his first new album in more than seven years.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker is more than a beautiful performance. It is a cultural tribute to a music and dance style that has often been dismissed or overlooked.

Shad’s latest album explores our culture of fear and the illusions it creates.