Crowder Talks to WNZR about WinterJam 2024

Crowder joined WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle ahead of Winter Jam 2024 to talk all about the upcoming tour. He even gave us a sneak peek for what he will have in store for the Winter Jam crowd.

Crowder also shared what it is like knowing so many people have been changed by his music and ministry. Crowder then talks about how Christian radio makes an impact in people’s lives. He also shares how we can pray for him and his team on the Winter Jam tour. He also plays Rapid Fire with us!

Listen to the conversation below or click HERE.

Katy Nichole Shares About WinterJam 2024 with WNZR

Katy Nichole joined WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle ahead of Winter Jam 2024 to talk all about the upcoming tour. She even gave us a sneak peek for what she is planning for the Winter Jam crowd.

Katy also tells us how she’s seen Christian radio makes an impact in people’s lives. She wrapped up with sharing how we can pray for her and her team on the Winter Jam tour. She also plays Rapid Fire with us!

Listen to the conversation below or by clicking HERE.

Russ Lee of NewSong Shares Ahead of Winter Jam 2024

Russ Lee, lead singer of NewSong, joins WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle to help preview another great lineup for Winter Jam 2024.

Russ shares about the history of Winter Jam and how it first started as a simple $3 NewSong concert. Russ then tells us what it has been like to see God use NewSong’s music and ministry to reach and encourage people through the years.

He also talks about how Christian radio makes a positive impact in people’s lives. Russ wraps up with sharing how we can be praying for him, the band, and the whole Winter Jam 2024 team.

Listen to our full conversation with Russ Lee below or by clicking HERE.

WNZR Talks with Joseph Rojas of Seventh Day Slumber Ahead of Winter Jam 2024

Joseph Rojas, lead singer of Christian rock band Seventh Day Slumber, joined Alyssa Sidle of WNZR ahead of Winter Jam 2024.

Joseph gives an update on what the band has been up to recently including going on tour with Chris Jericho’s band. He then shares how exciting it was to get the news that Seventh Day Slumber had been invited to tour on Winter Jam.

Joseph gives a preview of what Seventh Day Slumber will have in store for the Winter Jam crowd. To wrap things up, Joseph plays a round of rapid fire with Alyssa.

To learn more about Winter Jam 2024 click HERE.

To hear the full conversation with Joseph Rojas listen below or click HERE.

WNZR Talks with McKenna Johns of The Young Escape Ahead of Sonfest 2023!

Sonfest 2023 is just around the corner and WNZR’s Mike Basko caught up with McKenna Johns of The Young Escape to preview their upcoming performance.

McKenna shared some details about the band which is made of her and her three siblings — Ryan, Kyrsten, and Luke.

She talked about her background in music and some fun stories with touring on the road. Listen to the full conversation with McKenna below.

Joseph O’Brien is coming to Sonfest 2023 at MVNU

Sonfest is this Saturday (9/16) at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. All this week, The Morning Thing and The Afternoon Drive are featuring conversations with the artists coming to Sonfest this year.

Today, we talked with Joseph O’Brien. He shares what he is looking forward to this year and shares some fun memories from past Sonfest appearances.
Joseph gives his background in music and how he first got interested in music, and how his music today is close to Scripture and seeks to inspire the younger generation and the outcasts.
Joseph talks about his time on “America’s Got Talent” and how he was signed to TobyMac’s record label, Goatee Records.
He also shares about how Christian radio has impacted him and people in his life. He tells us about some songs that he loves to perform.
Joseph tells us about a funny memory on the road with Steven Curtis Chapman! He also has some advice for you!

Joseph O’Brien’s bio:

Singer/Songwriter Joseph O’Brien is creating and performing music to help inspire every generation to follow Jesus. Growing up with two musical parents, the TN native had music running through his blood from day one. At age 12, he taught himself how to play the piano and realized that is where his passion was. His talent took him to the quarterfinals of “America’s Got Talent,” where O’Brien wowed the judges and audiences with his quirky personality, dynamic range and emotional depth, delivering unforgettable renditions of classic songs and original compositions alike.

Click HERE for more details about Sonfest 2023 and to see the complete schedule.
Click HERE to see how you can win tickets with WNZR!
Click HERE to connect with Joseph O’Brien.

Boosting your confidence

We all occasionally struggle with our confidence, but sometimes we hear those annoying whispers of doubt that hinder our self-esteem and personal growth. This morning, we shared some tips from GoodTherapy.org to grow your confidence. Here are some of our favorite tips:

Face your fear head-on: Fear is almost always the root of your lack of confidence. When you face your fear, you can come out of it on the other side feeling liberated, proud, and of course, more confident.

Befriend failure: No one is perfect. The more you fail, the more you learn and grow. If you’re trying something new and you fail, it just gives you a chance to learn from your mistakes so you can try again. Remember, failure isn’t the end of the road, it may just be the beginning of something great.

Doubt your doubt: Sometimes we have doubtful thoughts. If you find yourself thinking thoughts like “I can’t do this” or “I’m not good at this,” ask yourself “why not?” When you start doubting the doubt, you begin to see that there isn’t much truth to those thoughts, and you can begin to see what your doubts are holding you back from.

Listen to empowering music: Music is powerful! You can create a playlist of songs that make you feel good, or you can listen to WNZR. We’re here for you 24/7, 365 days a year with music that will encourage and inspire you. Click HERE to listen to us live.

Click HERE to read the full article.

WNZR Wins CMBU Station of the Year Award

Our WNZR Crew share messages from Orlando, Florida and the CMB Momentum Conference after the announcement of our win of the CMBU Station of the Year!

Three students share their comments after accepting the award, Joe and Marcy Rinehart, and also alum Rachel Rinehart.

Listen to their comments HERE.

Need to Refresh Your Quiet Time?

Does your quiet time need a reset? Is it hard to remind yourself everyday to take that time alone for just you and God? Maybe you need to refresh and renew what your quiet time looks like.

Crosswalk.com shares 10 tips to help renew that special time! Read all the steps they have HERE.

We hope those tips and tricks help bring life back to that all-so-important time with the Lord.

-The Morning Thing

Katy Nichole shares about the Live and In Color Tour and Lifeline 2023

WNZR’s Joe Rinehart talked to Katy Nichole about the Live and In Color Tour that she’s currently on with CAIN and David Leonard. The tour has a stop planned in Mansfield on March 26.
She shares how she got interested in singing and songwriting, and how a phone call from Josh Havens of The Afters had a special part to play in this part of her story.
Katy tells us about what inspired God Is In This Story, an awesome song that she sings with Big Daddy Weave but is also our Lifeline 2023 theme song!
As Katy found overnight success in her career, she talks about how she stays grounded.
Katy also tells us about her colorful vinyl of her album “Jesus Changed My Life,” which has many of her hits like God Is In This Story and In Jesus’ Name (God Of Possible).
She also shares how we can pray for her this year.

Click HERE to listen to the conversation.
Check out wnzr.fm for more information about Lifeline 2023.

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