No Sympathy for the Devil

No Sympathy for the Devil
Author: David Ware Stowe
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2011
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0807834580

In this cultural history of evangelical Christianity and popular music, David Stowe demonstrates how mainstream rock of the 1960s and 1970s has influenced conservative evangelical Christianity through the development of Christian pop music. For an earlier

Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music

Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music
Author: Mark Allan Powell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1096
Release: 2002
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

These essays provide bandmember lists, complete discographies, lists of awards, artist-website addresses, biographies of the artists, and reviews of their work."--BOOK JACKET.

The Story of Christian Music

The Story of Christian Music
Author: Andrew Wilson-Dickson
Publisher: Fortress Press
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2003
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780800634742

Music has been at the heart of Christian worship since the beginning, and this lavishly illustrated and wonderfully written volume fully surveys the many centuries of creative Christian musical experimentation. From its roots in Jewish and Hellenistic music, through the rich tapestry of medieval chant to the full flowering of Christian music in the centuries after the Reformation and the many musical expressions of a now-global Christianity, Wilson-Dickson conveys 'a glimpse of the fecundity of imagination with which humanity has responded to the creator God.' Book jacket.

Apostles of Rock

Apostles of Rock
Author: Jay R. Howard
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2014-07-11
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0813148057

Apostles of Rock is the first objective, comprehensive examination of the contemporary Christian music phenomenon. Some see CCM performers as ministers or musical missionaries, while others define them as entertainers or artists. This popular musical movement clearly evokes a variety of responses concerning the relationship between Christ and culture. The resulting tensions have splintered the genre and given rise to misunderstanding, conflict, and an obsessive focus on self-examination. As Christian stars Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, DC Talk, and Sixpence None the Richer climb the mainstream charts, Jay Howard and John Streck talk about CCM as an important movement and show how this musical genre relates to a larger popular culture. They map the world of CCM by bringing together the perspectives of the people who perform, study, market, and listen to this music. By examining CCM lyrics, interviews, performances, web sites, and chat rooms, Howard and Streck uncover the religious and aesthetic tensions within the CCM community. Ultimately, the conflict centered around Christian music reflects the modern religious community's understanding of evangelicalism and the community's complex relationship with American popular culture.

The Billboard Guide to Contemporary Christian Music

The Billboard Guide to Contemporary Christian Music
Author: Barry Alfonso
Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2002
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780823077182

Chronicling the amazing rise of this genre from its gospel roots to today's diverse musical sound, this guide offers a complete capsule encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian artists as well as an introduction to the music form. 40 illustrations.

In His Name ... Jesus Music & Early Christian Music Crossword Puzzles

In His Name ... Jesus Music & Early Christian Music Crossword Puzzles
Author: Aaron Joy
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2015-09-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1329549910

Writer, podcaster and bassist Aaron Joy presents his series of rock music crossword puzzle books. Each book looks at the bands, albums and general history, including famous and indie musicians. Great for the fan, musician or history buff. At least 14 puzzles in each book. Visit the publisher www.lulu.com/aronmatyas to find all his books. This volume features the topics: Larry Norman, Sweet Comfort Band, DeGarmo & Key, Steve Taylor, Love Song, Servant, Rez Band/Resurrection Band, Randy Stonehill, Daniel Amos, the Swirling Eddies, Phil Keaggy, Glass Harp, Petra, Paul Clark, Honeytree, John Fisher, a band called david, 2nd chapter of acts, Stryper, Barry McGuire, Randy Matthews, King's X, Mylon Lefevre, Sandi Patty, Children Of The Day, All Saved Freak Band.

Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music

Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music
Author: Don Cusic
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 632
Release: 2009-11-12
Genre: Music
ISBN:

The first comprehensive overview of contemporary inspirational music, covering its historical roots and dramatic growth into one of America's most vital music genres. The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music: Pop, Rock, and Worship is the first comprehensive reference work on a form of American music that is far more popular than nonfans may realize. It fills a major gap in the literature on American music and Christian culture, looking at this increasingly popular genre in the context of the overall history of religious music in the United States. With over 200 entries, The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music covers important performers and industry figures, songs and albums, concerts and festivals, the rise of Christian radio and television, and other issues related to the growth of inspirational music. Scholars and fans alike will find a wealth of revealing information and insightful coverage illustrating the influence of gospel on modern American music with musicians such as Elvis, Sam Cooke, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and U2.The work also examines the use of fundamental rock, pop, and rap music templates in the service of songs of faith.

Performing Faith

Performing Faith
Author: Marzanna Poplawska
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 341
Release: 2020-02-10
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0429996292

This book is a study of music inculturation in Indonesia. It shows how religious expression can be made relevant in an indigenous context and how grassroots Christianity is being realized by means of music. Through the discussion of indigenous expressions of Christianity, the book presents multiple ways in which Indonesians reiterate their identity through music by creatively forging Christian and indigenous elements. This study moves beyond the discussion (and charge) of syncretism, showing that the inclusion of local cultural manifestations is an answer to creating a truly indigenous Christian expression. Marzanna Poplawska, while telling the story of Indonesian Christians and the multiple ways in which they live Christianity through music, emphasizes the creative energy and agency of local people. In their practices she finds optimism for the continuing existence of many traditional genres and styles. Indonesian Christians perform their Christian faith through music, dance, and theater, generating innovative cultural products that enrich the global Christian heritage. The book is addressed to a broad spectrum of readers: scholars from a variety of disciplines – music, religion, anthropology, especially those interested in interactions between Christianity and indigenous cultures; general music lovers and World Music enthusiasts eager to discover musics outside of European realm; as well as Christian believers, church musicians, and choir directors curious to learn about Christian music beyond Euro-American context. Students of religion, sacred music, (ethno)musicology, theater, and dance will also benefit from learning about a variety of indigenous arts employed in Christian churches in Indonesia.