Legacy: CCM's Greatest Albums

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A Full Dozen and the Odd Story of Ian Cussick Aug 15, 2021

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In this episode we countdown 12 albums including the only album on the list from one of CCM's best selling artists of all time. Music from Hawaii, Great Britain and Orange County, California. New Wave, Punk, Inspirational and...well...uh...Celtic Jazz Fusion Medieval Folk??? All this and whole lot more including the odd story behind of one of Orange County's best selling albums that should have never been.

From Scotland to Outer Space There Are Giants With An Axe To Grind Aug 01, 2021

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The countdown continues with this EXTRA LONG episode featuring two interviews. Pj Bostic (Paul Roraback of Grammatrain fame) talks about making music solo and the need for deep thinkers. Michael Manthei of 80's rock band, Anthem, join the show to reminisce. We also take a look at nine albums from the countdown and travel from Scotland to outer space and hear music from the 70's to the 2010's. Join the conversation at:
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From Narnia to New Jerusalem Episode 4 Jul 17, 2021

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In this episode we countdown 10 more releases as well as another "On the Bubble" album. We speak once again with Chris Christian and with Thurane from New Jerusalem. We discuss music from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and 2,000's. We travel from Narnia to New Jerusalem and review musical styles ranging from psychedelic rock, progressive metal, funk, soul, heavy metal, new wave and...hymns?
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The Mt. Rushmore of CCM Jul 04, 2021

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On this episode we talk to Jesus Music pioneer Gerry Limpic as well as Mt. Rushmore of CCM candidate Chris Christian. We review 9 albums and debut a podcast exclusive feature we are called "On the Bubble," where we highlight albums and artists that just barely didn't make the cut to be included in the countdown, but probably deserves so. Albums from artists like Limpic & Rayburn, Michael Knott, Bertil Edin, DeGarmo & Key, and a tribute to a great blue legend. All this and MORE!

Let the Countdown Begin! Jun 26, 2021

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With episode 2 we begin the countdown with numbers 1001 to 996. We are also joined by a very special guest, guitarist extraordinaire and incredibly nice guy, Eric Turner. Eric and David discuss working and ministering with Darrell Mansfield and the creation of what many call a Christian Metal masterpiece.

What Is a Legacy with Benny Hester Jun 06, 2021

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On this inaugural episode of Legacy: CCM's Greatest Albums, host David Lowman (D-Lo) speaks with legendary CCM artist Benny Hester about what it means to create music with a legacy. David also describes the purpose behind the podcast and blog as well as the rules of the countdown.