CCM Professor with Greg Rice

Tag: Christian Pop

Cindy Morgan - Listen

The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #81: Cindy Morgan, Listen (1996)

From dance-pop prodigy to reflective storyteller—arrangements and lyrics that reward close attention.

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Coming in at #81 in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Listen

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Jaci Velasquez - Heavenly Place

The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #86: Jaci Velasquez, Heavenly Place (1996)

A fresh, radiant voice carried ’90s CCM into the mainstream with pop polish, heartfelt devotion, and bilingual reach.

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Coming in at #86 in The 100

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The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #90: Jon Gibson, Jesus Loves Ya (1990)

R&B sheen, gospel heart—Jon Gibson’s breakthrough made Christian music dance, sway, and smile.

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Coming in at #90, Jon Gibson’s Jesus Loves Ya (1990)

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The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #92: Amy Grant, Age To Age (1982)

The album that crowned Amy Grant as the “Queen of Christian Pop” brought faith-based music to a wider audience with warmth, honesty, and excellence.

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Michael English - Michael English

The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #94: Michael English, Michael English (1991)

Michael English’s 1991 debut blended powerhouse vocals with heartfelt emotion, setting a new standard for male CCM artists.

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Coming in at #94 in The 100

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Introducing the 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music Project

How this list works, why it matters, and where to begin
Welcome—whether you’ve arrived in 2025 or years from now—you’re stepping into an ongoing journey through the heart of Christian music
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Crystal Lewis - The Bride

The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #97: Crystal Lewis, The Bride (1993)

Crystal Lewis’s 1993 project blended pop, gospel, and worship, cementing her reputation as one of the most powerful voices in Christian music.

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As our countdown

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Carman - The Champion

The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #99: Carman, The Champion (1986)

Carman’s bold, dramatic 1986 album brought theater, storytelling, and unforgettable energy to the world of CCM.

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As our countdown of The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian

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Evie - Mirror (1977)

The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music — #100: Evie, Mirror (1977)

We’re kicking off the countdown with Evie Tornquist’s warm, sincere 1977 release—an album that helped define the early sound of CCM.

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Welcome to our continuing journey through

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