Song Revolution with John Chisum

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JOHN CHISUM: Overcoming the Fear of Rejection Jul 01, 2019

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Are you afraid of being rejected? Be honest with yourself - do you want other people to approve of you? We all want love and affirmation from our peers, and creatives are even more sensitive to that.

Today, John Chisum sets the stage to help you overcome your fear of rejection, and boost your confidence as a songwriter, so that you can share your gift more freely and with fewer limitations.

One of the best ways for you to keep the creativity flowing is to become an NCS member. For the cost of a couple fast food meals, you can take your songwriting to the next level. It's really a no-brainer, right?

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

Now, you can join a powerful community of dedicated Christian songwriters by becoming an exclusive Nashville Christian Songwriters Member! Tap into your greatest creativity with monthly masterclasses, articles, videos, deep discounts, and so much more - just click here to grab your seat at the table:

https://nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/membership/

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

The Song Revolution Podcast is dedicated to helping you grow as a songwriter and worshiper. Our goal is that this podcast is something for you to look forward to on your morning commute, workout, or daily routine.

SEVENTH DAY SLUMBER: The Band & Ministry That's Never Slowing Down Jun 24, 2019

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Is it possible to keep your testimony fresh after telling it night after night on tour in different cities - in front of different crowds - before thousands of people? Listen in now as founder/lead singer of Seventh Day Slumber, Joseph Rojas, shares his testimony of deliverance from a $400 a day cocaine habit - through the prayers of his Mom - and how that testimony stays fresh after two decades of ministry through this iconic Christian band.

Closer To Chaos, the much anticipated new studio recording released May 31 on RockFest Records—the groundbreaking label founded by Seventh Day Slumber frontman Rojas last year—Closer To Chaos finds the group returning to their melodic rock roots with a collection of 10 brand new songs.

Produced by Seventh Day Slumber's Jeremy Holderfield, with three selections co-produced and co-written by Disciple's Josiah Prince, Closer To Chaos tackles a range of issues, including emotional trauma, self-worth and sobriety, among other topics.

It became obvious in our conversation that this difficult yet beautiful story of redemption had a lot of twists and turns, in retrospect, but that it's a story that is still being written as Joe's teenage son, Blaise, is now part of the band and helping live out his Dad's legacy in rock and roll evangelism that's reaching even younger generations.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

https://nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/membership/

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

JOHN CHISUM: The Most Important Step for Your Songwriting Now Jun 17, 2019

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Have you ever wondered if there was just one step between you and the kind of impact you want with your songs?

Do you get frustrated with all the noise out there promising you things they can't deliver - - all the hype and clamoring about their version of success if you do it their way?

Or do you ever pray and ask God, "What's the one thing I need most to fulfill this call I feel You've placed on me?!"

In today's show, veteran songwriter and publisher, John Chisum, shares with you eight things you can do right now to get you on your way to songwriting success.

Inspired by a recent Facebook post from award-winning Nashville producer, Sal Oliveri (Kathy Lee Gifford/Pink), John breaks down the hype and gives you a fresh perspective on how you can, and must, fulfill the call God has placed on your life to tell your stories, share your testimony, and be heard for the songwriter you are born to be.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

https://nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/membership/

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

DAVID LEONARD: Authentic Worship for the Church and the Seeker Jun 10, 2019

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David Leonard has a pure heart to worship Jesus through unbridled poetry and song. He admits that he rarely writes alone, and brings along a cast of songwriting superstars to help craft a "NEW" sound of worship. His career with "Jackson Waters", "All Sons and Daughters", and "NEEDTOBREATHE", has helped David clarify his voice of authentic worship that elevates both the Church, and the seeker. His new solo project aims to make Jesus famous, and connect the hearts of men with the heart of the Father.

Enjoy this conversation with David Leonard, and share in his successes and hurdles, as he journeys toward the "new sound".

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

https://nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/membership/

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

JOHN CHISUM: 3 Ways to Fill Your Creativity Tank Now Jun 03, 2019

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It's really easy to get stuck in the cycles that drain your creativity. When your creativity tank is empty, how do you fill it?

In this amazing songwriting masterclass, John Chisum gives 3 practical tools on how to get your creativity flowing again.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

https://nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/membership/

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

THRIVE WORSHIP: 20k Album Sales in 7 Days May 27, 2019

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In a world that increasingly streams music rather than purchasing albums, 20,000 sales in week 1 is more than impressive. It's clearly a testament to the depth and quality of the songs and worship coming out of the "Thrive Worship" community at Bayside Church in California. Lincoln Brewster lends his expertise as oversight for the group, and the maturity shines through this collection of songs. Enjoy a raw and un-plugged conversation with the core songwriters and leadership behind Thrive Worship. You can learn more and get their new album here:

http://thriveworship.band

One of the best ways for you to ensure you never deal with the Writers Block myth ever again is to become an NCS member. For the cost of a couple fast food meals, you can take your songwriting to the next level. It's really a no-brainer, right?

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

Now you can join a powerful community of dedicated Christian songwriters by becoming an exclusive Nashville Christian Songwriters Member! Tap into your greatest creativity with monthly masterclasses, articles, videos, deep discounts, and so much more - just click here to grab your seat at the table:

https://nashvillechristiansongwriters.com/membership/

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

JOHN CHISUM: Overcoming Writer's Block Forever May 20, 2019

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Writers Block is not a real thing. It's a cruel myth. It has crippled quality writers for centuries, and the sad part is that it never had to. Because it doesn't exist... well... it may exist in your mind. But, YOU can conquer it's cruelty once and for all!

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we would love for you to help us spread the word!

We are so excited to have "Word Worship" as a sponsor of this podcast episode! Word Worship serves worship leaders by bringing the best in current worship music, helping cut through the noise to discover the songs that will help bring the church into a deeper expression of love and praise to God. You can check out all of their resources and sign up for some free resources over at wordworship.com.

SHALOM MUKAMURI: Zimbabwe Singer-Songwriter Making US Debut May 13, 2019

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Every now and then a very unique voice comes along that cannot be ignored. Such is the voice of aspiring songwriter and artist, Shalom Mukamuri, an international transplant from Zimbabwe with a heart for Jesus and the talent to match it.

Shalom's distinctive vocals and fresh song approaches are already capturing the attention of the Nashville music community. A unique blend of his African heritage and global pop, Shalom's desire for racial reconciliation, his hunger to lead others in worship, and our need for personal wholeness as believers are unmistakable themes flowing from this millennial artist.

In this episode, John Chisum explores Shalom's call to global music and his struggle to develop world-class songs that can break through the crowded marketplace. If you're an aspiring songwriter, artist, or singer-songwriter, you're going to love hearing the real time process Shalom is involved in as he seeks to fulfill his calling.

CONNECT WITH SHALOM: http://shalommukamuri.com/

The Song Revolution Podcast is dedicated to helping you grow as a songwriter and worshiper. Our goal is that this podcast is something for you to look forward to on your Mondays morning commute, workout, or new-week routine.

We are so excited to welcome "Word Worship" as a sponsor of this podcast episode! Word Worship serves worship leaders by bringing the best in current worship music, helping cut through the noise to discover the songs that will help bring the church into a deeper expression of love and praise to God. You can check out all of their resources and sign up for some free resources over at wordworship.com.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we€™d love for you to help us spread the word!

THE SENECAS: Reviving Lost Dreams to Reconnect in Nashville May 06, 2019

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Do you believe God wants to use you in fresh ways today, no matter your age? Is there a dream in your heart to fulfill that you doubt even God could bring to pass? If so, you'll find a lot of encouragement in this episode with returning music makers, Jed & Claire Seneca.

Jed is a published country songwriter married to an amazing vocalist, Claire. They burst onto the music scene 25 years ago as a husband/wife duo and caught a lot of attention, back then. But what about now? After decades away planting churches around the country and raising a family, can they revive their dreams of impacting the world with their songs again?

This is a must-listen episode for all aspiring Christian songwriters, regardless of your age, as Jed & Claire share their experience and hope that God is up to something new in their lives and music.

jedandclaire.com

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we€™d love for you to help us spread the word!

JOHN LARSON: Crafting Songs for the Worshiping Church Apr 29, 2019

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What does it look like to write vertical "Jesus Focused" worship songs? John Larson is the worship director for Church Of The Highlands in Alabama, and is excited to share a glimpse of their journey writing the songs for their new Highlands Worship project "Jesus You Alone" [GET IT HERE]

You can learn more about Highlands Worship and the Church of The Highlands at their website: http://churchofthehighlands.com

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we€™d love for you to help us spread the word!

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