In the second of our three Audiofeed edition episodes, I sit down with singer/songwriter/YouTuber Jonathan Allen Wright. Like long lost friends who just met, we talk about our favorite bands, what it's like being a content creator in both video and music form, and how it feels to have had Steven Curtis Chapman watch one of your videos!Watch Jonathan's videos! @jonathanawright Check out his music! https://jonathanallenwright.bandcamp.com/Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https:...
Jul 21, 2025•2 hr 19 min
In the first of our three Audiofeed edition episodes, I have a conversation with Eric Tuffendsam from Sower. We talk about everything from our shared love for Keith Green, to what it means to preach the truth in the industry, to what it means to be bold in our music.Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayBe sure to check out Dawson Cowals' music and support him! https://www.dawsoncowals.com/Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it...
Jul 07, 2025•2 hr 1 min
In this episode, we will be discussing the unfortunate situation surrounding Michael Tait and the allegations that have been brought up against him. We will be going through the reports and testimonies from the victims and all the events that have taken place since the news broke out as well as discussing what this means for the whole of the CCM industry and what are the next best steps going forward.Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayCh...
Jun 23, 2025•3 hr 2 min
The show is back! And we're back with a list of our favorite Christian music videos! Did we mention any that you like? What are some of your favorites?Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayWant your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here:https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTANew Sherwood Forest music!New single "Feed My Lambs" featuring Saint of Pine Hills: https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.com/track/feed-my-lambsThe Wingfeather Saga: Se...
Jun 09, 2025•3 hr 11 min
What did Cory Asbury do this time? Seems like his latest single has some Biblical and historical inaccuracies mentioned in its lyrics. Was it intentional or an accident? This week, we also discuss an altercation involving Josiah Queen's wife caught on tape as well as an old quote from Rich Mullins that was making the rounds online recently.Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayWant your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here:https:/...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 44 min
Is this the greatest album Tooth and Nail has ever released? Many people think so. Now that The Everglow has recently celebrated its twentieth anniversary, we think it's high time we go through this quintessential album from Mae track by track!Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayWant your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here:https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTANew Sherwood Forest music!New single "Feed My Lambs" featuring Saint o...
Apr 21, 2025•3 hr 6 min
If you've been around the Christian side of YouTube long enough, you might have come across at least one of Kevin McCreary's many takedowns of almost any given Christian movie through his channel @saygoodnightkevin . But what has he been up to lately? We catch up with Kevin in today's episode to answer that question and many more.Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayWant your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here:https://forms.gle...
Mar 25, 2025•3 hr 43 min
This week, we're finally getting around to talking about the biggest story in CCM today. Why did Michael Tait leave the Newsboys? Are these allegations hurled against him true? What does the future hold for the Newsboys? We discuss all these things and more!Support me on Patreon and watch The Bonus Tracks at: https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayWant your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here:https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTANew Sherwood Forest music!New single "Feed My Lambs" fea...
Mar 10, 2025•2 hr 53 min
I know it's always hard to believe. But there was actually some really good Christian music last year! Join me as I share the chart-topping songs that made an impact on me. Any of your favorites make this list?https://www.patreon.com/c/imcliffordtodayCheck out Hope Beyond Suffering's new single, Chromophobia, on YouTube and find it on any music platform March 7! https://youtu.be/-IwoZe8iQEI?si=GlhkpKYGu5OjzjGGWant your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here:https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Get ready, because we’re diving into the cringe-worthy, questionable, and downright baffling Christian songs that somehow made it onto the charts in 2024! From unoriginal production to lyrics that make you do a double take, we’re breaking down the ten tracks that had us shaking our heads and asking, "How did this happen?"Join us as we rank these chart-toppers from “meh” to “make it stop,” all with a dose of humor, a little grace, and a lot of why, Lord, why?Did your least favorite make the list?...
Feb 11, 2025•2 hr 13 min
We're back! To kick off this new season, I'm joined by Scott Fryberger from JesusFreakHideout.com as we both share our favorite Christian albums from 2024. Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTA New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Feed My Lambs" featuring Saint of Pine Hills: https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.com/track/feed-my-lambs The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-saga-se...
Jan 27, 2025•2 hr 46 min
'Tis the season to be jolly! It is also the season to talk about a long lost relic of Christian hip-hop history that isn't available on streaming platforms, a Christmas hip-hop compilation album from 1990 released by Forefront Records called Yo! Ho Ho! Featured in this compilation are tracks from legends like dc Talk, E.T.W., D-Boy Rodriguez, and more! So be sure to join us as we dive into this time capsule of an album. Afterwards, we give quick reviews for new music from mewithoutYou, Ronnie Ma...
Dec 03, 2024•2 hr 24 min
This week, we are discussing John Cooper from Skillet's interview on The BlackSheep Podcast. We also go over the recent news involving As I Lay Dying and Tim Lambesis. After all that, we give our opinions on new music from John Van Deusen, half-alive, SOWER, and Paul Meany. Watch the show after the show at The Bonus Tracks! https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-tracks-1-116215522?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link New Sher...
Nov 18, 2024•2 hr 25 min
Today, in celebration of receiving 500 subscribers on YouTube, I am going solo and sharing my top ten favorite Christian albums of all time. I also give some quick reviews on new music from Tigerwine, Jonathan Allen Wright, Jackie Hill Perry, and LO CLOUD. New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Feed My Lambs" featuring Saint of Pine Hills: https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.com/track/feed-my-lambs The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-...
Nov 05, 2024•2 hr 13 min
Need some songs to add to your Trunk Or Treat or Hallelujah Party playlist? We got you covered! Clifford and the rest of the gang share what they think are the best Halloween-related songs in Christian music! We also take the time to go through a recent article from The Gospel Coalition on why Christian music has grown in popularity as of late. At the end, we give our reviews of new music from John Van Deusen, half-alive, Tyson Motsenbocker, and Sixpence None the Richer. Playlist to the songs we...
Oct 21, 2024•2 hr 53 min
Content warning! This week, we're talking about Bloodlines and their recent stance against pornography on stage. We also get into the potential return of Vans' Warped Tour and what that could mean for Christian music! At the end, we give our quick reviews of new releases from John Van Deusen, Blindside, half-alive, and SOWER. New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Feed My Lambs" featuring Saint of Pine Hills: https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.com/track/feed-my-lambs The Wingfeather Saga: Season On...
Oct 08, 2024•1 hr 43 min
We had the very special honor of having John James on the show. In this conversation, John discusses his time as the former frontman of the Newsboys, what God did in His life since leaving the band, and the new album he's been working on! Afterwards, Clifford and the panel share their thoughts on new music from Gable Price & Friends, Wilder Woods, and Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors! Donate to help fund John James' upcoming album! https://www.gofundme.com/f/johns-new-album-going-public/dona...
Sep 23, 2024•2 hr 35 min
We're tackling all the spicy topics today! First, we'll be talking about Skillet's most recent single, "Unpopular," and all the conversation surrounding it. And then we'll be discussing the recent statements from My Epic's Aaron Stone on the BlackSheep Podcast. And to wrap it all up, we give our quick reviews on new music from Zane Vickery, Skye Peterson, Chase Tremaine, and John Van Deusen! Also, be sure to give some love to our new co-host, Jean-Pierre! New Sherwood Forest music! New single "F...
Sep 09, 2024•2 hr 52 min
John Van Deusen and I continue our conversation from where we left off at Audiofeed. We talk everything from touring life to his faith and how it influences his music to his upcoming projects! At the end, I review new music from Starflyer 59, Sixpence None the Richer, Chase Tremaine, and Jonathan Allen Wright. Support John Van Deusen! https://johnvandeusen.com/ The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-saga-season-one-commentary Want yo...
Aug 26, 2024•2 hr 3 min
This weeks episode features my conversation with artist John Van Deusen at @AudioFeedFestival . John discusses everything from his (I Am) Origami projects to pushing boundaries in Christian art and having fun. Be on the lookout for part 2 of our conversation in the next episode! Afterwards, Clifford and Nic investigate fake "Christian" YouTube channels... Support John Van Deusen! https://johnvandeusen.com/ The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-...
Aug 12, 2024•2 hr 18 min
In this episode, we are featuring my conversation that I had with Joshua Aubrey Jackson of Make Sure at @AudioFeedFestival this year! We talk everything from band names to signing to Tooth and Nail to Calvinism! The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-saga-season-one-commentary Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTA New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Disentangle": https://sher...
Jul 29, 2024•2 hr 52 min
This week, I am joined by my new cohost, Nic Gundy! We both attended Audiofeed Festival 2024! So we wanted to talk about it. We also took some time to discuss Anne Wilson's latest controversial hit, "Songs About Whiskey." The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-saga-season-one-commentary Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTA New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Disentangle": ht...
Jul 16, 2024•2 hr 22 min
I turned 30 this past June! Do you know what else turns 30 this year? A bunch of Christian albums! So I thought it appropriate to listen to a bunch of Christian albums from 1994 and rank my favorite ones! Also, we are join by our new co-host, Joshua Morgan! The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-saga-season-one-commentary Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTA New Sherwood Forest...
Jul 01, 2024•2 hr 23 min
Huzzah! We made it to 50 episodes! Today, we're just gonna chill and play some Hope Nation song battles! The Wingfeather Saga: Season One Commentary: https://cliffordclose.bandcamp.com/album/the-wingfeather-saga-season-one-commentary Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTA New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Disentangle": https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.com/track/disentangle "Lost & Found" album of unreleased demos and songs: https://s...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 35 min
This week, we're gonna be navigating the pain and grief of divorce by analyzing Judah & the Lion's latest album, The Process. Interested in joining the show as a co-host? Fill out this form! https://forms.gle/MgZwnbRiPi7QRpcz6 My appearance on Chase Tremaine's Clubcast: https://friends.chasetremaine.com/community/topics/121483/posts/477768-clubcast-010-manchester-orchestra-s-black-mile-a-compromise-with-clifford-close Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gl...
Jun 03, 2024•2 hr 11 min
It's time to finally deal with this once and for all... Gonna be discussing one of the most controversial worship songs of the past decade. We'll also be discussing John James' announcement of new music! Support John James: https://www.gofundme.com/f/johns-new-album-going-public Interested in joining the show as a co-host? Fill out this form! https://forms.gle/MgZwnbRiPi7QRpcz6 Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/YFsEUTjcVku1h1aTA New Sherwood Forest music...
May 18, 2024•1 hr 52 min
Today, we are joined YouTuber, essayist, and documentarian, MasterEth. We talk about things like our shared trials of what it's like sharing content on the internet, his heart for bringing the spotlight to other independent creators, and how his faith plays a part in what he does. Subscribe to MasterEth! https://www.youtube.com/@UCz1JALPVZXCcSgf11U3mNTw Interested in joining the show as a co-host? Fill out this form! https://forms.gle/MgZwnbRiPi7QRpcz6 Want your music on our Spotlight segment? S...
May 04, 2024•2 hr 47 min
A Judah & the Lion EP not available to buy, download, or stream anywhere. But it's real! And we're gonna talk about it. We're also gonna make AI rewrite classic Christian songs. Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Email me at cliffordclose94@gmail.com Support Outward Conversation and their music: https://outwardconversation.bandcamp.com/ New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Disentangle": https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.com/track/disentangle "Lost & Found" album of unreleased demo...
Apr 20, 2024•2 hr 13 min
This week, we're joined by my good friend Nic Gundy! We discuss our past together, his music, and his faith journey he's been through over the years. Support Nic Gundy and his music: https://linktr.ee/Nic_Gundy_Music Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Email me at cliffordclose94@gmail.com Support The Bessemer Process and their music: https://thebessemerprocess.bandcamp.com/album/the-bessemer-process-ep New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Disentangle": https://sherwoodforest.bandcamp.co...
Apr 06, 2024•2 hr 28 min
Today, we're celebrating the release of my new song from Sherwood Forest, "Disentangle," by going through the lyrics and the actual meaning behind the song. We'll also be talking about the recent Audiofeed lineup announcements as well as all the #CCMTournament craze! Want your music on our Spotlight segment? Email me at cliffordclose94@gmail.com Support Visitor Pass and their music: https://visitorpass.bandcamp.com/track/white-noise New Sherwood Forest music! New single "Disentangle": https://sh...
Mar 23, 2024•1 hr 50 min
