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L A URE N DA I G L E Artist of the Year Female Artist of the Year Song of the Year (“First”)
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Regions Bank
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Welcome Letters 2015 K-LOVE Fan Awards Rewind & Photo Gallery
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25 Entertainment
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Gotee Records
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Regional Midsouth EMMY® Awards
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Centricity Music
43 Priceless (The WTA Group)
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2016 K-LOVE Fan Awards Nominee List
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Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
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Curb Records
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Appearing Tonight
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Museum of the Bible
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World Hope
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Tonight’s Hosts
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Food For The Hungry
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Jesus Freak Cruise
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Artist of the Year Nominee: Casting Crowns
9 Lifeway
50-51 Word Entertainment
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Artist of the Year Nominee: Chris Tomlin
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The WTA Group
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Air 1
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Artist of the Year Nominee: for KING & COUNTRY
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First Company Management
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Pro Lessons
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Artist of the Year Nominee: Lauren Daigle
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Essential Publishing
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Artist of the Year Nominee: Newsboys
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Shooting The Prodigal (Belltower Pictures)
59 Zondervan
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Artist of the Year Nominee: TobyMac
Hillsong: Let Hope Rise (Grace Hill Media)
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63 GOA
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Book Impact
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Fair Trade Services
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Harvest House Publishers
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Film/Television Impact
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Winter Jam
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Jeff Roberts & Associates
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Sports Impact
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BMG Rights Management
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Sports Spectrum Magazine
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Best Lyric
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Black River Christian
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Breakout Single
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Provident Label Group
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Camp Electric
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Worship Song of the Year
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Curb Records
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Song of the Year
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With Open Eyes
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Previous K-LOVE Fan Award Winners (2013-2015)
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World Vision
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Meet the K-LOVE DJs
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Ryman Auditorium
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Thank Yous
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God’s Not Dead 2 / I’m Not Ashamed (Pure Flix Entertainment) 88
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De a r atten dees: Dea r F R IEN DS:
It is such a privilege to work in an industry that crafts and
Right from the start, I’d like to say, “Thank You.” First of all,
creates songs that are centered around Jesus! Each year I
to God: for loving all of us so much that He sent His one and
am amazed at the creativity and talent of all the artists and
only son to pay for our sins. For His grace and protection as
others involved in this production. Tonight you will hear
we live our lives in service to Him. And to you! You are our
from athletes, authors, artists and actors who are using their
partners, coming together to minister to listeners all around
platform to advance the Gospel. This event is to celebrate
the world.
and reward numerous performers in many types of Christian entertainment—all chosen by you, the fans.
Tonight is all about you and the artists. This evening we will find out who you, the fans, chose to nominate and to honor. I can’t wait to see how you voted. Speaking
1 John 1:7 says, “But if we walk in the Light as He Himself is in the Light, we have fellow-
of voting, if you voted in this year’s Fan Awards, one of you will win a trip for two to
ship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.” That
Washington D.C. to take part in a special VIP tour of the Museum of the Bible. This
is something to celebrate! So as believers gathered together, may we rejoice, sing at
trip will be exciting and educational at the same time.
the top of our lungs, and celebrate what God has done in our industry this past year.
As you know, K-LOVE’s mission is to create moments—through the music, announcers,
Finally, I especially want to thank K-LOVE, Coca-Cola Consolidated, Museum of the
teaching and more—that encourage you to have a closer personal relationship with
Bible, World Hope, and all the other wonderful sponsors and partners of this event.
Jesus. Together with our friends at Coke, we hope tonight’s Fan Awards inspire and
Your friendship, vision and partnership is truly amazing.
encourage. Let the 2016 K-LOVE Fan Awards begin!
I hope you have a great evening and enjoy Christian music’s biggest night.
Warmest regards,
Sincerely,
Mike Novak CEO/President, K-LOVE Radio
W E L C O M E k-love fans
John Sanders John Sanders LLC, Executive Producer
To A l l Our F r ien ds: De a r F r ien ds & Fa ns:
Since we gathered here in 2015, it’s been an AMAZING year! We’ve seen lives changed, people coming to Jesus and communities transformed—all as a result of the creative content being made by all of our nominees here tonight! We are thankful for your gifts and appreciate the impact you continue to have in a world in need of God’s
On behalf of Coca-Cola Consolidated, I am thrilled to welcome you to the 2016 K-LOVE Fan Awards. Our purpose at Coca-Cola Consolidated is to honor God in all we do; to serve others; to pursue excellence; and to grow profitably. Coke Consolidated is excited to partner with K-LOVE as
love and forgiveness.
we present an outstanding weekend of events that will
We come together to celebrate and praise the amazing God we serve! We also come together to recognize those who, with excellence, have reached audiences so well with the message of the Gospel. We will worship, celebrate and have an amazing night. I’m so glad you are here with us to add to this night of celebration. This year we welcome our new main sponsor, Coca-Cola Consolidated, to the party! They are an awesome company led by believers, who desire to make an impact for the Kingdom as well. Frank and Jan, we are thankful you are on board with us and look forward to having you as a key partner with the K-LOVE Fan Awards in the coming years! It’s also an honor to have Museum of the Bible, World Hope and our other key partners who help make this event awesome. It’s a pleasure to work with you, and I’d like to personally thank you so much for your support of the K-LOVE Fan Awards weekend! As Paul wrote to the Ephesians, “Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen.” Have a great evening!
recognize excellence among Christian artists while supporting great Kingdom causes. To the artists and nominees, we’d like to congratulate all of you on your great accomplishments and how you provide positive and encouraging messages in these challenging times. We wish you the very best at the awards. To the fans, welcome to Nashville and this great event. Beyond the awards program itself, this weekend is full of excitement throughout the city. We hope you’ll take the time to enjoy the city, your friends and family, this event, and an ice cold Coca-Cola! At Coca-Cola, our new tagline is “Taste the Feeling”—hopefully you’ll do just that over the next few days. WarmLY,
Frank Harrison CEO, Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
David Pierce Chief Creative Officer, K-LOVE Radio
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De a r Awa r d Nomi nees a n d Atten dees:
On behalf of the great state of Tennessee, I am pleased to
It is an honor to welcome you to Nashville and the historic
extend our warmest greetings to those attending the 2016
Grand Ole Opry House for the 2016 K-LOVE Fan Awards.
K-LOVE Fan Awards. I am certain you will find Nashville to be a warm and vibrant city. Each week, K-LOVE’s broadcasts impact the lives of over 14
While famous for being the home of country music, Nashville is
million Americans, including thousands of Tennesseans who
a place bursting with history, cultural diversity and a flourishing
enjoy its positive and encouraging message. We are certainly proud to host this exciting
culinary scene. I hope you take an opportunity to explore all that Music City has to offer.
event, which recognizes the talents of outstanding Christian music artists. Congratulations to all of the nominees being honored at this celebration. Your hard work During your visit, I hope you will set aside time to explore Nashville and take advantage
and dedication to providing positive and encouraging entertainment is to be commended,
of all Music City has to offer while you’re in town. With an orchestra of options to satisfy
and I am pleased to recognize your achievements. Thank you for sharing your talent.
every taste, whether it’s listening to live music, soaking in the art scene, exploring history or just relaxing, we know you’ll find many ways to enjoy Music City and learn why
Best wishes for a memorable evening, and I hope you enjoy your time in Nashville.
Tennessee is the best state to live, work and raise a family. Sincerely, Again, welcome to the K-LOVE Fan Awards. Crissy and I send our very best wishes to you and your families. Bob Corker United States Senator
Warmest regards,
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Welcome to M usic Cit y, U.S.A.! We hope you’re enjoying your time at the historic Grand Ole Opry House for the 2016 K-LOVE Fan Awards show. We wish you a warm welcome while you celebrate the outstanding and talented Christian artists here in the cradle of country music.
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Over the decades, Christian music has transformed from traditional organs and hymns to contemporary electric guitars and drum sets. In the
It is my pleasure to welcome you to Nashville for the 2016 K-LOVE Fan
heartland of America, demand for soulful, contemporary Christian music continues to
Awards. Congratulations to those of you who have been nominated
grow, and we are grateful Middle Tennessee remains a center for the genre.
and to those selected by the fans to take home awards. I hope your visit to Nashville and our great state of Tennessee is enjoyable and
As you spend this evening celebrating the excellence of Christian artists with the K-LOVE
that you leave inspired by your attendance.
radio network, know you are generously sharing your resources with those in need through World Hope and With Open Eyes. Thank you for spreading His message by volunteering your love and support. We hope you’ll join us again in the great state of Tennessee.
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De a r Chr isti a n M usic Fa ns: Thank you for choosing Nashville for your fourth annual K-LOVE Fan Awards show, June 3-5, 2016. Our city is honored to host this extraordinary celebration of Christian music. Nashville is fortunate to be Music City and blessed to have so many genres of music centered here, including Christian and Gospel. Congratulations to all of tonight’s nominees. Your songs fill souls and inspire hearts around the world every day—and help make our city what it is. June is a beautiful time in Nashville, and we look forward to seeing you have fun in and around the city, enjoying the many sights and sounds that Music City has to offer. No matter where you go or what you do, I’m sure that your stay will be enjoyable because of the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the Nashvillians who have given our city a world-renowned reputation for hospitality. I hope you have a wonderful time this weekend, and if you don’t live here already, I hope you’ll come back often. Kind regards,
Megan Barry Mayor of Nashville
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for king & country took home an unprecedented three awards at last year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards, including the coveted Artist of the Year trophy. The duo appeared alongside other fan favorites, including MercyMe, Crowder, Francesca Battistelli, Chris Tomlin, Hawk Nelson, Lauren Daigle, and many more throughout nearly four hours of incredible performances and exciting winner announcements at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House. Fans voted across 11 categories and helped build homes in Haiti in partnership with the Hands & Feet Project. Hosted by Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Kirk Cameron, the third annual K-LOVE Fan Awards served as the grand finale to a weekend filled with events. The Ultimate Fan Experience began with a concert headlined by TobyMac, Newsboys, Matthew West, Matt Maher and Sidewalk Prophets. Fans ran alongside celebrities in a 5K for Hands & Feet bright and early Saturday morning. Meanwhile, others attended a special breakfast benefiting Sports Spectrum magazine and honoring the Zeller family. That evening featured an intimate Songwriter’s Showcase, hosted by Steven Curtis Chapman. Sunday morning worship was led by Third Day and Kari Jobe. In between special concerts and events, attendees were treated to the popular K-LOVE Fan Zone, which boasted a variety of fan-focused activities from celebrity basketball games and autograph sessions to exclusive performances.
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Memphis-based John Sanders LLC were honored
comes to the next big thing. This EMMY® only validates that,
with two regional EMMY ® Awards for the
once again, his assumptions were correct. Special thanks to him,
K-LOVE Fan Awards at the 30th Annual
Steve Strout, Scott Moore and the great teams they lead that
Midsouth Regional EMMY® Awards, presented by
make this event possible.”
the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). K-LOVE and Sanders won in the 2016
“This project was very much a team effort in accomplishing a
categories of Lighting and Set Design, assisted by
very complicated production under a very tight timeline,” adds
lighting designer Tony Fransen and Scott Moore of
Moore. “Lighting Designer Tony Fransen and Technical Director
Go Live Productions. K-LOVE Radio Network and John
Matt Guice were largely responsible for the success of the event
Sanders LLC were also nominated in the Special Event
and helped me in coordination. Many thanks to our friends at
Coverage category.
K-LOVE Radio and John Sanders LLC.”
“God is so good to us. I’m very thankful for this team and their
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amazing work,” shares David Pierce, Chief Creative Officer for K-LOVE and Air 1 Radio. “John Sanders has put his heart into the K-LOVE Fan Awards weekend, and it shows! Scott Moore and his team really did an amazing job! This recognition is both
“God is so good to us. I’m very thankful for this team and their amazing work.”
rewarding and humbling.” The K-LOVE Fan Awards were co-created by Sanders, Pierce and Steve Strout. Sanders, Fransen and additional members of the K-LOVE Fan Awards team, including Daniel Zapata and Michael Carpino, were on-hand to accept the awards at a ceremony in Nashville.
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Group/Duo of the Year Big Daddy Weave Casting Crowns for King & Country Hillsong United MercyMe Newsboys book Impact Looking for Lovely, by Annie F. Downs Sacred Marriage, by Gary Thomas For the Love, by Jen Hatmaker Freefall to Fly, by Rebekah Lyons Unstuffed, by Ruth Soukup
Best Lyric “My Story,” Big Daddy Weave “Tell Your Heart To Beat Again,” Danny Gokey “Deliverer,” Matt Maher “Grace Wins,” Matthew West “Exhale,” Plumb
to a hurting world
Breakout Single “Tell Your Heart To Beat Again,” Danny Gokey “Cast My Cares,” Finding Favour “The River,” Jordan Feliz “You Are Loved,” Stars Go Dim “Call It Grace,” Unspoken
Film/Television Impact God’s Not Dead 2 Miracles From Heaven Risen War Room Woodlawn
Worship Song of the Year “Lift Your Head Weary Sinner (Chains),” Crowder “Holy Spirit,” Francesca Battistelli “Touch The Sky,” Hillsong UNITED “Same Power,” Jeremy Camp “Forever,” Kari Jobe “Even So Come,” Passion (feat. Kristian Stanfill)
Male artist of the year Chris Tomlin Crowder Danny Gokey Jeremy Camp Matthew West TobyMac
Song of the Year “Just Be Held,” Casting Crowns “Good, Good Father,” Chris Tomlin “Shoulders,” for KING & COUNTRY “First,” Lauren Daigle “Flawless,” MercyMe “Feel It,” TobyMac (feat. Mr. TalkBox)
sports impact Adam LaRoche Dayton Moore Mark Richt Sylvia Hatchell
Artist of the Year Casting Crowns Chris Tomlin for King & Country Lauren Daigle Newsboys TobyMac
feMale Artist of the Year Blanca Francesca Battistelli Kari Jobe Lauren Daigle Natalie Grant Plumb
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World Vision congratulates all of our artist partners nominated for a K-Love Fan Award tonight. We are better together because of you!
Best Live Show Crowder for King & Country NEEDTOBREATHE Newsboys Rend Collective TobyMac
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The Afters Alex Kendrick Big Daddy Weave Adam LaRoche Blanca Matt Maher Building 429 Michael Jr. Jeremy Camp Dayton Moore Steven Curtis Chapman NEEDTOBREATHE Crowder Newsboys Lauren Daigle Passion Mike Donehey (Tenth Avenue North) Plumb Jordan Feliz Mark Richt for KING & COUNTRY Sidewalk Prophets Danny Gokey Switchfoot Natalie Grant Dylan Thomas (Hillsong UNITED) Mark Hall (Casting Crowns) TobyMac Chris Tomlin Jan Harrison Unspoken Elisabeth Hasselbeck Matthew West Sylvia Hatchell Phil Wickham Joel Houston (Hillsong UNITED) Kari Jobe
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*All talent scheduled to appear subject to change.
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Meet tonigh t’s hosts Elisabeth Hasselbeck & Matthew West
Dea r K-LOVE Fa m ily,
De a r f r ien ds,
Last year, on this very weekend, our family celebrated Christ’s love
When Steven Curtis Chapman’s Signs of Life Tour rolled into Cham-
for us all—together with all of you. I remember praying and giving
paign, Illinois, to play Assembly Hall Arena in 1998, there was a
thanks for the opportunity to praise His name with so many of
bright-eyed college student sitting up in the cheap seats who
you! To have the honor this year, once again, absolutely brought
had no idea his life was about to change. That was the night I
the most joyful tears to my eyes (and cheers from our three kids!),
felt God calling me to be part of the next generation of music
as the K-LOVE weekend had such a meaningful and lasting impact
makers and storytellers reaching a lost and hurting world with
on our family.
Christ-centered music. I smile now as I think about how faithful
“Wherever I am, and however I am, K-LOVE has been that vehicle to the peace and grace and mercy of our great God! To come home to all of you is a blessing beyond description.”
God has been to lead me exactly where He said He would all K-LOVE opened our hearts to FULL celebration in Jesus. That
those years ago, and I’m humbled to be part of this family called
weekend, during this very place of worship and praise, K-LOVE
contemporary Christian music. (And I tell Steven Curtis that story
became home to us, and for that I thank you all.
every time I see him…)
On the drive to the hospital the day of my surgery last year, when
I’m honored to be back hosting the K-LOVE Fan Awards and
I was ridden with fear, K-LOVE was there, and I was gifted comfort.
have come to look forward to this special event each year. This
While I waited for the results for eight days, K-LOVE was there, and
is a night of celebration, but what I love about the K-LOVE Fan
I was gifted peace. When I am impatient in traffic, K-LOVE is there.
Awards is that we are celebrating so much more than just the
When we have those tough talks—and there are no words—
achievements of some singers on a stage or songs on the
K-LOVE is there with just the right song. (HOW DO THEY DO
radio. While other award shows shine the light on celebrity and
THAT?!) Wherever I am, and however I am, K-LOVE has been that
fame, tonight we celebrate the God who is big enough to use
vehicle to the peace and grace and mercy of our great God! To come
something as little as a three-miute song to travel through the
home to all of you is a blessing beyond description. (Psalm 138:8)
airwaves of K-LOVE radio and reach straight to the heart with an
(Psalm 138:8)
encouraging message. The privilege to introduce all of the incredibly talented musicians and artists throughout the night who are using their gifts for the
I pray that every song you hear tonight and every award presented
glory of God gives me chills! The stories they tell in song, the music
will serve as another reminder of how powerful and relentless the
sharing the message of Christ’s love for us—so much so that He
love of God really is. And while it may be in bad taste to quote a
died for us while we were yet sinners (Romans 5:8)—is courageous.
lyric from my own song, please indulge me. On this night where there can only be one winner in each category, may each one of
I thank God for the chance to grow closer to Him this weekend
us celebrate the ultimate victory we have in Christ. Grace wins, my
with all of you. The K-LOVE Fan Awards give us a chance to
friends. Every time.
celebrate our heavenly home—where our great God has saved a place for us—and we have the great gift of getting a glimpse of
ENJOY TONIGHT!
that home as we join together tonight! Your Sister in Christ, Matthew West Elisabeth Hasselbeck
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“I pray that every song you hear tonight and every award presented will serve as another reminder of how powerful and relentless the love of God really is.” — Matthew West
— Elisabeth Hasselbeck
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316 songs to share
casting crow ns Also nominated for Group/Duo of the Year
CAST ING CROWNS capped 2015 with the release of A Live Worship Experience, recorded at the band’s home church, Atlanta’s Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church. The group also celebrated RIAA Platinum certifications of Until The Whole World Hears and their Dove Award-winning single “Praise You In This Storm.” They
“Worship is really important to a believer who’s growing because worship reminds you that you’re in a relationship with a person.”
are currently in the studio working on a brand-new project slated for release later this year. Heard on K-LOVE: “Just Be Held” // @castingcrowns
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The creativity you share with those around you, your dedication to supporting music, the way you enjoy life. You are the ones who make this community great, and we are honored to be a part of it. Every day, you inspire us to find ways to make banking easier, serve you better and help you keep life moving forward. Regions is proud to be the Official Bank of the K-LOVE Fan Awards.
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“We can spend our whole lives learning all this grand theology of God, but at the end of the day, it all comes down to JESUS LOVES ME.”
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cHRIS TOMLIN Also nominated for Male Artist of the Year
C h r i s to m l i n rang in the holiday season with his second Christmas release, ADORE: Songs of Worship, recorded live at Nashville’s iconic Ocean Way Studios. He made his Grand Ole Opry debut back in December, followed by a sold-out Christmas tour with special guests Lauren Daigle and Crowder. In July, he’ll hit Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago, Miami and New York for his Worship Night in America tour. Heard on K-LOVE: “Good, Good Father” // @christomlin
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“In everything I’ve experienced, I believe Jesus to be good, for Him to be true, and for Him to be real. Those are the things I’m going to do my best to proclaim.” —Luke Smallbone
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“God allows us to grow, like a good father allows his children to grow up slowly, so that they can mature at all the right times.”
Lauren Daigle Also nominated for Female Artist of the Year
From her first No. 1 radio single to her inaugural GRAMMY® nomination, l au r e n da i g l e is celebrating a breakthrough year. The Louisiana-native toured with Big Daddy Weave, Casting Crowns and Chris Tomlin and was also a part of high-profile tours like OUTCRY and the Winter Jam Tour Spectacular. She’s currently opening for Hillsong UNITED on the Empires Tour and writing for her highly-anticipated sophomore album. Heard on K-LOVE: “Trust In You” // @lauren_daigle
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NEWSBOYS Also nominated for Group/Duo of the Year and Best Live Show newsboys debuted at the top of multiple charts following the band’s March 4 release of Love Riot, marking one of the biggest sales weeks for a Christian artist to date this year. In addition, the group made a high-profile cameo in God’s Not Dead 2, which premiered this spring and features their single “Guilty.” The band will launch God’s Not Dead student conferences in select cities beginning in July. Heard on K-LOVE: “Guilty” // @newsboys
“At the end of the day, that little God-shaped hole inside your heart—everybody has it—it’s made for the love of Christ.” —Michael Tait
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“I still dare to believe that God can use a song to awaken someone to love. I still dare to believe that with every song I write and every concert I play.”
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In February, to b y m ac snagged his seventh career GRAMMY ® award for his latest critically-acclaimed album, **This Is Not A Test**, before kicking off the 2016 Hits Deep Tour featuring Britt Nicole, Colton Dixon, Building 429, Capital Kings, Finding Favour and Hollyn. Earlier this year, he also launched an exclusive fashion apparel line, MAC BLK LBL. This summer, he’ll headline a slew of festivals and special events. Heard on K-LOVE: “Move (Keep Walkin’)” // @officialtobymac
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Francesc a Battist elli Female Artist of the Year Francesca Battistelli spent last fall on the road with Matthew West before headlining her third annual Christmas tour. This year, she won her first GRAMMY® for “Holy Spirit” in the Best Contemporary Music Performance/Song category. However, she wasn’t able to attend the awards ceremony in L.A. due to the impending arrival of her third child, Isaac James. This fall, she’ll join Lauren Daigle in N.Y.C. to perform at Carnegie Hall. Heard on K-LOVE: “If We’re Honest” // @francescamusic
“Some of the most inspiring moments come when someone comes up to you and says, ‘I wasn’t a believer until I heard your music.’”
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bi g da ddy w e av e Group/Duo of the Year Big Daddy Weave is five for five at radio, as their past five singles have all topped the charts, including their latest No. 1, “My Story.” Earlier this year, the band shared the song, along with a string of additional hits, at Sam’s Place at the famous Ryman Auditorium. The group just wrapped their spring leg of the Beautiful Offerings Tour, with special guests Plumb and Jordan Feliz, that found them praying with fans after shows in countless cities across the country. Heard on K-LOVE: “My Story” // @bdwmusic
“Religion only celebrates perfection, but God celebrates progress.” — Mike Weaver
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bl a nc a Female Artist of the Year Stepping outside of Group 1 Crew to pursue a solo career was admittedly one of the scariest things Blanca has ever done. Yet, the brave wife and mother has flourished as she’s established herself as a strong, confident vocalist and songwriter with her self-titled solo debut. In February, she and her husband traveled to Israel before she joined the 2016 Bible Tour, alongside Matthew West, Aaron Shust, Sidewalk Prophets and Love & The Outcome. Heard on K-LOVE: “Greater Is He” // @therealblanca
“I am at a point where I’m ready to completely be me. No more waiting. No more excuses.”
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jeremy camp Male Artist of the Year From the Rock & Worship Roadshow to international events with Speaking Louder Ministries to his most recent I Will Follow Tour, Jeremy Camp has been quite the road warrior this year. In his 12-year career, he’s already performed in more than 32 countries. As much as possible, his wife, Adrienne, and their three kids, travel with him as he takes his songs around the world. He recently debuted his official music video for his latest hit, “Christ In Me,” exclusively on K-LOVE.com. Heard on K-LOVE: “Christ In Me” // @jeremycamp
“I think the best place to go when we’re saying, ‘No one understands my pain; no one understands my hurt’ is to Christ.”
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crowd er Male Artist of the Year and Best Live Show After dropping a surprise digital EP last fall, Crowder opened 2016 by releasing an expanded edition of Neon Steeple, which includes six live cuts also available as a full-length performance video. Following appearances at Passion conferences in Atlanta and Houston and a GRAMMY® nod, he took his “Neon Porch Extravaganza” on the road as part of the Winter Jam Tour Spectacular. He’s currently in the studio working on new music. Heard on K-LOVE: “Lift Your Head Weary Sinner (Chains)” // @crowder music
“Worship and justice go hand in hand. This is why I make music—to provoke transformation, to provoke people to be different than when they walked in the room.”
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da nny go ke y Male Artist of the Year After releasing his first Christmas album, Danny Gokey embarked on the K-LOVE Christmas Tour this past holiday season. As an “American Idol” alum, he bid the show a proper farewell when he appeared on the series finale in April. In addition to working on new music, Gokey has recently recorded Spanish versions of some of his hit songs. In addition, he’s also been headlining shows with newcomer Kolby Koloff as direct support. Heard on K-LOVE: “Tell Your Heart To Beat Again” // @dannygokey
“Life might not always make sense…but it’s not the end of the road. Turn the page. Move forward and keep putting your life in God’s hands. There is always hope ahead.”
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nata lie g r a nt Female Artist of the Year Natalie Grant’s tenth studio album crowned multiple charts upon its release last November. Since then, Grant has been sharing the message behind Be One with audiences across the nation. Earlier this year, she teamed up with her friend, author and speaker Charlotte Gambill for the fourth annual Dare To Be Tour. She also collaborated with her young daughters to author Glimmer Girls, a new book series for tweens. This September she’ll release a book for women titled Finding Your Voice.
A new book series from award-winning artist Natalie Grant
Heard on K-LOVE: “King of the World” // @nataliegrant
“You can’t always change your circumstances, but you can always change your perspective, and with a change in perspective, you can find joy and freedom amidst the struggle.”
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Group/Duo of the Year Named Billboard’s Top Christian Artist of 2015, Hillsong UNITED brought their massive Empires Tour to the U.S. this year, with numerous sell-outs in arenas across the country. The Australia-natives also unveiled a performance
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Heard on K-LOVE: “Say The Word” // @hillsongunited
“We write songs to be sung with people—they are always for the people—so when we get to sing these songs with people on the road, it is the purpose of why we do what we do.” —Joel Houston
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k ari jobe Female Artist of the Year Kari Jobe garnered a spot on the inaugural OUTCRY Tour last year, and this August she’ll once again join the line-up of top worship acts where she’ll perform reimagined versions of new songs from Majestic (Revisited). She’s currently on the road with author/ speaker Christine Caine on the Live Unashamed Tour. Her greatest accomplishment of the last year, however, came in February in the form of her son, Canyon Morrison Caine Carnes. Heard on K-LOVE: “I Am Not Alone” // @karijobe
“When I die, if I was known for one thing, I would want to be known for helping people fall more in love with Jesus.”
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m e rc ym e Group/Duo of the Year MercyMe unveiled their second career Christmas album to ring in the 2015 holiday season. The release of MercyMe, It’s Christmas! found the band performing on
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they headlined a tour with Citizen Way and Zealand Worship. The band is currently in the studio working on the follow-up to 2014’s Welcome to the New. Heard on K-LOVE: “Dear Younger Me” // @mercyme
“Your identity is not your shame or your guilt. Your identity is in Christ.” —Bart Millard
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ne edtobr eathe Best Live Show Coming off one of the biggest releases of their career, which earned NEEDTOBREATHE their first GRAMMY® nod and a Gold-certified single (“Brother”), the band is slated to release their highly-anticipated follow-up to Rivers in the Wasteland July 15. They’ll share new music from H A R D L O V E beginning in August on their second annual Tour De Compadres featuring friends Mat Kearney, John Mark McMillan, Parachute and Welshly Arms. Heard on K-LOVE: “Happiness” // @needtobreathe
“I think over time artists forget [why they’re on stage], and it feels like a performance and not like a conversation, which is really what we’re trying to have with the audience.” —Bear Rinehart
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p lu mb Female Artist of the Year Since releasing her seventh studio album, EXHALE, last spring, Plumb has been relentlessly bringing her live show to fans through a headlining tour, a Christmas outing with NewSong and the recent Beautiful Offerings Tour with Big Daddy Weave and Jordan Feliz. During her concerts she’s been sharing how God redeemed her marriage. She and her husband, Jeremy, are in the process of co-authoring a book together to tell their story. Heard on K-LOVE: “Exhale” // @plumbmusic
“He always loves me, always provides, always protects; and is always faithful. It was when I got out of His way that I saw Him work and bring what was dead to life.”
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rend coll ecti v e Best Live Show Rend Collective made history in the fall when the band’s As Family We Go became the highest debut for a Christian album in the U.K. in almost 20 years. The group celebrated by hitting the road with Chris Tomlin, followed by a lengthy headlining tour. They also launched Rend Family Records in partnership with Capitol Christian Music Group. Los Angles-based revival band Urban Rescue is the label imprint’s first act. Heard on K-LOVE: “Joy of the Lord” // @rendcollective
“In an inconsistent world where relationships are sometimes difficult, God never runs away. He never leaves us. He never forsakes us.” —Gareth Gilkeson
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m atth e w w e st Male Artist of the Year matthew west just scored his seventh No. 1 radio single with “Grace Wins.” The songwriter has been on the road incessantly since January as part of the Winter Jam Tour Spectacular and the 2016 Bible Tour. In addition, he released a devotional centered around his smash hit, “Day One.” He recently launched a new ministry at www.popwe.org where fans are encouraged to craft, share and live a more meaningful story. He’ll set sail on the first-ever Storytellers Cruise this fall. Heard on K-LOVE: “Grace Wins” // @matthew_west
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| book impact Nominees |
JRA wishes to congratulate all of our artists nominated
>> In Looking for Lovely, author Annie F. Downs invites readers to slow down, breathe deep and fully
for a K-LOVE Fan Award in 2016
take in all of the beauty right in front of them. By sharing personal anecdotes, as well as real-life stories from her friends, Downs reveals how she’s learned to find and experience beauty in the ordinary. Together with Downs, readers will life discover to unearth and appreciate inhow the storm
not only inner beauty but also the loveliness that lies in by: Lysa tyrkeurst friendships, creation and life’s simplest pleasures.
Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas // @garylthomas
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looking for lovely by Annie F. Downs // @anniefdowns
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For the Love finds beloved writer Jen Hatmaker frustrated
with
life’s
seemingly
biggest
challenge:
people. Throughout her latest book, she maintains that the majority of our heartbreak, disagreements, struggles and convictions come from living life with other people— be it family, friends, spouses, children, co-workers or even acquaintances. In fact, this wife and mom tackles
What if God’s primary intent for marriage isn’t to make you happy…but holy? This is the question Gary Thomas asks in Sacred Marriage as he presents this covenant as a relationship that draws us closer to Christ. Using Scripture and stories mined from modern marriages as a guide, Thomas encourages couples to view marriage as a spiritual discipline designed to help both husbands and wives know God better. With practical tips and biblically-based solutions, Thomas explains how marriage can become a transformative resource for one’s spiritual life and how holy marriages result in stronger relationships with the Father.
Pinterest-worthy comparison, unhealthy competition New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup serves up a generous helping of biblical wisdom in Unstuffed as she helps readers clean out their closets and their souls. With practical tips about decluttering our homes to make room for the things that matter, Soukup also doles out advice about decluttering calendars, our minds, life in theourstorm our relationships and our hearts. Along the way, she by: Lysa tyrkeurst encourages readers to not allow stuff to define or limit their days or their relationships with the people they love. In Unstuffed, she provides easy-to-implement solutions for organizing the chaos of our schedules and clearing out anything that isn’t life-giving.
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and judgmental attitudes head on with candor and wit. Hatmaker concedes that if we can learn to extend the kind of grace that Jesus offers, we’ll be better able to love ourselves and those around us.
For the Love by Jen Hatmaker // @jenhatmaker
ARTIST OF THE YEAR
GROUP/DUO OF THE YEAR
CASTING CROWNS for KING & COUNTRY LAUREN DAIGLE
CASTING CROWNS for KING & COUNTRY WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR
MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR MATTHEW WEST
FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI (“Holy Spirit”)
FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
BEST LYRICS
BLANCA FRANCESCA BATTISTELLI LAUREN DAIGLE PLUMB
MATT MAHER (“Deliverer”) MATTHEW WEST (“Grace Wins”) PLUMB (“Exhale”) SONG OF THE YEAR
BEST LIVE SHOW for KING & COUNTRY
CASTING CROWNS (“Just Be Held”) for KING & COUNTRY (“Shoulders”) LAUREN DAIGLE (“First”)
BREAKOUT SINGLE FINDING FAVOUR (“Cast My Cares”) JORDAN FELIZ (“The River”)
>> Rebekah Lyons knows all too well the ridiculous expectations women around the world face daily; and in her book, Freefall to Fly, she shares the secret to breaking free and fully embracing the life God intended for women of all ages. This memoir follows Lyons’ personal journey from Atlanta to New York where she found herself blindsided by debilitating depression and anxiety. Overwhelmed by pressure to be domestically efficient, professionally astute and physically attractive all the time, she finally realized that real freedom can only be achieved through facing our greatest fears and fully
Freefall to Fly by Rebekah Lyons // @rebekahlyons
surrendering to God’s call on our lives.
life in the storm by: Lysa tyrkeurst
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unstuffed by Ruth Soukup // @ruthsoukup
Thank you K-LOVE listeners for your continued support of the JRA family of artists!
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God ’s Not D ea d 2
R ise n
God’s Not Dead 2 is the highly-anticipated follow-up
With plenty of action and awe-inspiring scenery, Risen
to 2014’s K-LOVE Fan Award-winning God’s Not Dead,
takes viewers on a journey of epic proportions. Set in
a surprise box office smash that ignited conversations
biblical times, Risen relays the powerful story of the
among believers and non-believers alike. The sequel
Resurrection as told through the lens of a non-believer.
finds beloved high school history teacher Grace Wesley
High-ranking Roman military tribune Clavius (Joseph
(Melissa Joan Hart) personally reaching out to a hurting
Fiennes) and his aide, Lucius (Tom Felton), claim they
student following the death of her brother. When
don’t believe the Messiah to be the Son of God, but
the student later poses a question about Jesus in the
when they’re tasked with discovering what happened
classroom, Grace’s honest answer publicly exposes her
to Jesus following the crucifixion, they begin to find
Christian faith and lands the teacher in a courtroom
clues that dispel their own doubt and give way to belief.
hot seat. The Newsboys once again also make an
Mystery, intrigue and a large dose of biblical truth
appearance in the film. // @godsnotdeadfilm
unfold along the way. // @risenmovie
God’s N ot Dea d 2
ris e n
M ir acl e s F rom H e av e n Based on the real-life story of the Beam family, Miracles from Heaven stars Jennifer Garner in an inspirational film sure to inspire the whole family. In the movie, young mom Christy Beam (Garner) discovers her 10-year-old daughter, Anna (Kylie Rogers), is suffering from a rare, incurable disease. Throughout the film, Christy becomes her daughter’s biggest advocate, frantically searching for a way to cure her ailing child. However, when a sudden accident occurs that finds Anna falling three stories, the 10-year-old’s life becomes a true miracle that leaves her doctors completely baffled. In the end, this brave girl’s story helps unite her community and restore her family. // @miraclesheaven
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wa r room
Woo dl aw n
From the award-winning Kendrick brothers (the creators
Based on a true story, Woodlawn documents the
of Fireproof and Courageous) comes War Room, a
evolution of a high school football team that finds
compelling drama filled with equal parts humor and
itself in the middle of unprecedented racial tensions in
heart. War Room explores the transformational impact
the early ’70s. Set in Birmingham, Ala., the film follows
prayer can have over marriages, parenting, careers,
player Tony Nathan (Caleb Castille), one of Woodlawn
friendships, and every other area of life as the film
High School’s first African-American football players
follows the story of Tony and Elizabeth Jordan, whose
following government-sanctioned desegregation in
seemingly perfect marriage is on the rocks. When
1973. Violence quickly erupts, and Coach Tandy Gerelds
Elizabeth (Priscilla Shirer) meets Miss. Clara (Karen
(Nic Bishop) is at a complete loss as to how to help
Abercrombie), a wise widow and avid prayer warrior,
his team. When an outsider, recently saved at a
she challenges the wife and mother to create a “war
revival meeting, convinces the coach to let him speak
room” where she diligently fights for her family in
to his players, a remarkable story of redemption and
prayer. Elizabeth and the rest of the characters soon
salvation ensues, revealing how the love of Christ can
learn that some battles are only won on our knees. // @warroommovie
change a whole team and an entire community. // @woodlawnmovie
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After 12 seasons in Major League Baseball, first
After 12 seasons as assistant general manager
baseman Adam LaRoche gave up a multi-
with the Atlanta Braves, Dayton Moore
million dollar contract with the Chicago White
became general manager of the Kansas City
Sox to put family first and stay true to his core
Royals in 2006. In 2015, the team won its first
values and beliefs. LaRoche’s father and brother
World Series title after seven straight losing
were also professional baseball players, so he
seasons. Moore says it was his faith that allowed
grew up on the field, in the dugout and in the
him to persevere through those arduous years
locker room. The father of two wanted his young
of losing leading up to the World Series. He
son to have the same experience growing up.
encourages his players to put family above
So when a recent fundamental disagreement
winning and to first prioritize being good
prohibited his son from coming into the clubhouse
husbands, fathers and sons off the field.
every day with him, LaRoche decided to retire and walked away from his baseball career
looking altogether. // @e3larochefor
lovely By: Annie F. Downs // @anniefdowns
Adam LaRoche Retired First Baseman Chicago White Sox
// @dmoore_gm
Sacred Marriage By: Gary Thomas // @garylthomas
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Dayton Moore General Manager Kansas City Royals
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Mark Richt Head Football Coach University of Miami
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Prior to being named head coach at the University
With 975 career wins to her name, University
of Miami, Mark Richt enjoyed 15 successful
of North Carolina’s Sylvia Hatchell places
seasons as head coach at the University of
second among active coaches and third in the
Georgia. He was formerly the assistant to well-
history of the sport behind legendary coach Pat
respected Hall of Famer Bobby Bowden, who led
Summitt as the coach with the most number of
him to Christ in 1986. More recently, Richt
wins. In October 2013, Hatchell was diagnosed
appeared in the popular faith-based film
with leukemia, causing her to miss the entire
Facing the Giants. Former University of Miami
2013-2014 season. When she returned, however,
quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Vinny
she responded with a 26-9 record and a No. 9
Testaverde, whose son just transferred to Miami,
national ranking in 2014-2015. Today, Hatchell’s
said of Richt: “I could not ask for a better role model for my son.” // @markricht
Sylvia Hatchell Head Women’s Basketball Coach University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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calendar is filled with numerous speaking engagements to raise money and awareness in the fight against cancer. // @uncwbbcoach
| best Lyric |
“my story” Bi g Da ddy W e av e Written by Mike Weaver and Jason Ingram // @bdwmusic
If I should speak then let it be / Of the grace that is greater than all my sin / Of when justice was served and where mercy wins / Of the kindness of Jesus that draws me in / To tell you my story is to tell of Him.
“Tell Your Heart To Beat Again” da nn y g o k e y Written by Bernie Herms, Matthew West and Randy Phillips // @dannygokey
Let every heartbreak and every scar / Be a picture that reminds you who has carried you this far / ‘Cause love sees farther than you ever could / In this moment heaven’s working everything for your good.
“Deliverer” Matt Ma h e r Written by Matt Maher, Bo Rinehart and Bear Rinehart // @mattmahermusic
I was on trial for everything I did / And there’s no way I could make a stand and win / When you realize the verdict is already in / You let go of the brokenness within / Well, there’s only One who could ever stand and win.
“Grace Wins” Matth ew W e st Written by Matthew West // @matthew_west
There’s a war between guilt and grace / And they’re fighting for a sacred space / But I’m living proof / Grace wins every time / No more lying down in death’s defeat / Now I’m rising up in victory / Singing, hallelujah / Grace wins every time.
“Exhale” Plu mb Written by Tiffany Lee, Matt Armstrong and Josh Silverberg
// @plumbmusic
It’s okay to not be okay / This is a safe place / This is a safe place / Don’t be afraid / Don’t be ashamed / There’s still hope here / There’s still hope / No matter what you’ve done / Or who you are / Everyone is welcome in His arms.
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“tell your heart to beat again” da nn y go k e y Written by Bernie Herms, Matthew West and Randy Phillips // @dannygokey
“When I first heard ‘Tell Your Heart To Beat Again,’ it had such an amazing impact on my heart… The Great Physician has fixed your heart and my heart, but I find it interesting that sometimes we allow the voice of the enemy to whisper louder than the voice of our Father… The Great Physician, our Father—through Jesus—wants you to tell your heart to beat again.”
“Cast my cares” fin ding favo u r Written by Blake NeeSmith, Casey Brown and Sam Tinnesz // @finding favour
“We wanted a song that people could simply sing, remember an easy chorus and just something of repetition that they could [sing] as they’re going through things— anything that would cause pain or heartache… We’re not in control of what’s going to happen here on this earth, but we are deeply loved by the One who is. That’s the power behind this song.” —Blake NeeSmith
“The River” Jorda n Feli z Written by Jordan Feliz, Colby Wedgeworth and Josh Silverberg // @jordan_feliz
“I’m a big melody guy, and musically ‘The River’ is my own personal happy place. It’s a great driving groove that just feels good to sing. The song itself is an invitation to anyone who hears it—whether they’re stuck in pride and legalism or wallowing down in the mess they’ve made of their lives—it’s an invitation to take whatever we have and to run to Jesus.”
“You Are Loved” Sta rs Go Dim Written by Chris Cleveland, Kyle Williams, Josh Zegan and Jeff Sojka // @starsgodim
“This song is such a simple message—you are loved—but it’s a message that our culture desperately needs to hear… At a time when we’re bombarded with so many voices telling us who to be, how to act, how to feel, how to dress, how to speak and, most importantly, that we’re not good enough, I believe this is a message that can cut through all of that noise.” —Chris Cleveland
“call it grace” u nspo k en Written by Jon Lowry, Chad Mattson, Seth Mosley and Michael Farren // @unspokenmusic
“We set out to write a song that defined grace. We know that God’s grace is unearned favor. Romans 3:23-24 says, ‘We all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God in His grace freely makes us right in His sight.’ For every heart the love of Christ has rescued, there’s only one reason—one word—why we stand forgiven, redeemed and changed: GRACE.”
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| worship song of the year |
| worship song of the year |
“holy spirit”
“forever”
fr ance sc a battist e lli
“Lift Your Head Weary Sinner (Chains)”
Written by Brian and Katie Torwalt // @francescamusic
“touch the sky”
“same power”
“I remember the first time I heard this song,
hillson g u nit e d
j e re my camp
my jaw dropped…and then, about a year
C row d er
later I got to lead it at a friend’s church in Texas, and I just remember thinking,
Written by Ed Cash, David Crowder and Seth Philpott // @crowdermusic
Some day I’m going to record this… It’s just a beautiful song—it’s amazing—and I’m
. “Our stories are all about being exiled and
Kari Jobe
honored to get to sing it.”
longing to return home. This song is a turning point. Repentance remedies the divide. The idea of being ‘chained’ to our sins is that now we are free when we are saved and walk in newness of life. We are now looking forward, because the blood of
Written by Joel Houston, Dylan Thomas and Michael Guy Chislett // @hillsongunited
Written by Jeremy Camp and Jason Ingram // @jeremycamp
Written by Kari Jobe, Brian Johnson, Jennifer Johnson, Gabriel Wilson, Joel Taylor and Christa Black Gifford // @karijobe
“Even So Come” passion
f e at u rin g Kristia n S ta nfill
“We just wanted [this song] to be really poetic and really beautiful, and I think it does that. It paints a picture of the crucifixion,
Written by Chris Tomlin, Jess Cates and Jason Ingram // @passion268
“I wrote this song from an experience going
but what it really does is it just makes the
“In the world’s view, surrender would be
to Kyrgyzstan, sharing my faith with a lot of
enemy mad. Because it says, ‘You know what?
seen as a sign of weakness or defeat, but
“‘Even So Come’ is a song about that day—
opposition… I remembered, listen God has
You’re defeated, and you have no authority
it’s the opposite. We surrender not because
as Jesus followers and as God’s people—we
given me His Spirit, and it’s not a Spirit of fear
and no control. And Jesus is the name above
we’ve lost, but we surrender because He’s
look ahead to with so much anticipation;
but of sound mind. So I remember going on
all names.’ Forever He is glorified.”
already won everything for us. That’s where
stage sharing about my relationship with
That’s the day that we long for—when every
and it’s that day when Jesus will return.
the Kingdom of Heaven begins. Surrender
Jesus with that authority. And I’m so thankful
is ultimately what it’s about. I touch the sky
tear will be wiped away and God comes and
that we have that boldness because of
when my knees hit the ground.”
says, ‘I’m going to make everything new.’”
the Spirit of God.”
—Kristian Stanfill
—Joel Houston
Jesus is enough and has atoned for whatever we’ve done.”
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| song of the year |
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“Just Be Held”
“Good, good father”
“shoulders”
casting crow ns
C H R I S TO M L I N
for k in g & country
Written by Pat Barrett and Tony Brown // @christomlin
Written by Luke Smallbone, Joel Smallbone, Ben Glover and Tedd Tjornhom // @4kingandcountry
Written by Mark Hall, Bernie Herms and Matthew West // @castingcrowns
“I wanted to write a song that was God singing to me during a storm in my life… This song is for me. I just want to remind you that just because you can’t see God’s plan doesn’t
mean
there’s
no
plan.
There’s always a hand holding you, even when you think things aren’t in control.” —Mark Hall
4
2
| song of the year |
“Songs like this don’t come along that often… What a beautiful thing for your little girl or your little boy to [sing]… It’s one of those generational songs. It’s timeless; it’s classic… What I pray is that this song finds a way into the fabric of the Church so that it’s no longer attached to me.”
5
“first”
“flawless”
life, there is an alternate dimension. will find them on [the other side of heaven]. And in that sense, we can place all of our cares, all of our worries on His shoulders.” —Joel Smallbone
Written by Toby McKeehan, David Garcia and Cary Barlowe // @officialtobymac
“Sometimes I wonder if religion just fails to show us that grace says no
praise. It’s a call to remember that
matter how beat up you are, no
seeking first the Kingdom of God
matter what you go through in life,
will assure us beyond any earthly
no matter how difficult life is,
treasure or accolade. I wanted this
the
song to offer encouragement to
It
anyone in need of redirected focus
yet, but it’s made you flawless.
on their journey with God, just as I
The day you came to know Christ,
was needing it at the time.”
you were made brand new.”
cross may
made
not
you
make
flawless…
you
perfect
—Bart Millard
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“feel it” featuring Mr. TalkBox
Written by Bart Millard, Mike Scheuchzer, Nathan Cochran, Robby Shaffer, Barry Graul, Solomon Olds, David Garcia and Ben Glover // @mercyme
plagued with anxiety ammunition of
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| song Nominees |
tobym ac
”’First’ was written to give all of those
2
No matter if you lose someone, you
m e rc ym e
laur en da i gl e
Written by Lauren Daigle, Paul Mabury, Jason Ingram, Mia Fieldes and Hank Bentley // @lauren_daigle
“This life is not the end. Beyond this
3
6
4
6
“The song ‘Feel It’ is really a celebration
of God’s love for us… Just like the
wind—you see the wind moving the
leaves; you see the effects of the wind, but you can’t see the wind…
5
Well, God does the same thing. He
loves us. We can’t see Him, but He changes our lives. He takes our
brokenness, and He makes us
beautiful. That’s what a loving God does.”
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| previous Winners |
Artist of the Year TobyMac (2013) Casting Crowns (2014) for KING & COUNTRY (2015)
Best Live Show TobyMac (2014) for KING & COUNTRY (2015) Sports Impact Mike Fisher, Nashville Predators (2013) Thomas Davis, Carolina Panthers (2014) Benjamin Watson, New Orleans Saints (2015)
Male Artist of the Year Chris Tomlin (2013) Chris Tomlin (2014) Chris Tomlin (2015)
film/television Impact Courageous (2013) God’s Not Dead (2014) “A.D. The Bible Continues” (2015)
Female Artist of the Year Kari Jobe (2013) Mandisa (2014) Francesca Battistelli (2015)
Book Impact The Love Dare, Alex and Stephen Kendrick (2013) You’ll Get Through This, Max Lucado (2014) The Best Yes, Lysa TerKeurst (2015)
Group/Duo of the Year Casting Crowns (2013) Newsboys (2014) for KING & COUNTRY (2015)
Christian Artist to Appear on 7UP Can Jamie Grace (2014) Big Daddy Weave (2015)
Song of the Year “Redeemed,” Big Daddy Weave (2013) “Overcomer,” Mandisa (2014) “We Believe,” Newsboys (2015)
Breakthrough Artist of the Year for KING & COUNTRY (2013)
Worship Song of the Year “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail),” Hillsong UNITED (2014) “How Can It Be,” Lauren Daigle (2015)
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JD Chandler @jdchandlerklove Weekdays & Saturday: 2 am - 5 am CDT, 12 am - 3 am PST Weekdays: 2 pm - 4 pm CDT, 12 pm - 2 pm PST Sunday: 2 am - 8 am CDT, 12 am - 6 am PST Scott @klovescott Weekdays: 4 pm - 8 pm CDT, 2 pm - 6 pm PST Saturday: 4 pm - 9 pm CDT, 2 pm - 7 pm PST
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Larry & Lauren @larryonklove • @klovelauren Weekdays: 8 pm - 2 am CDT, 6 pm - 12 am PST Monika Kelly facebook.com/klovemonika Sunday: 8 pm - 2 am CDT, 6 pm - 12 am PST MORGan wood @kloveradio Saturday: 9 pm - 2 am CDT, 7 pm - 12 am PST
Matthew West Francesca Battistelli // Big Daddy Weave Crowder // Finding Favour // For King & Country Hillsong United // Passion // Rend Collective Stars Go Dim // Unspoken
| many Thanks | Executive Producers David Pierce, John Sanders, Steve Strout
Program Printing - Smart Source, LLC, Bill Prady Design - Mary Sergent Editorial/Advertising - Lindsay Williams
Production LabeLive Live Event Staff Audio, Lighting & Video - LabeLive: Josh Berry, Shaun Bennet, Shane Hamill, Josh Auman; Rigging & Automation - Five Points Production Services; Musical Instrument Rentals - SIR; Production Design - Corbin Hand, John Boyd; Lighting Design & Direction - Chris Lisle; Associate Lighting Designer - Erik Parker; Audio Production Truck - Matt Guice; Creative Director - John Boyd; Production Manager - Corbin Hand; Production Assistant - Brittany Prescott; Event Manager - Christian Williams; Lead Stage Manager - Michael Todd; Stage Manager Assist SL John Varnadoe; Stage Manager Assist SR - Chris Damiano; Stage Manager Assist Dock - Chuck Peoples; Stage Manager Assist Talent - Steven Samuels; Lighting Crew Chief - Benjamin Brinton; Lighting Assist - Sarah Parker; FOH Engineer - John Mills; Monitor Engineer SL Matt Manix; Monitor Engineer SR - Charlton Combs; RF Tech SL - Christy Spradley; Patch Tech SL (Head) - Jed Faessler; Patch Tech SR - Brandon Wooten; Patch Tech SR2 - Ben Dunn; LabeLive Audio Department Head - Chaz Henricks; Video Director - Richard Clark; LED Tech/Resolume Op - Cory Fournier; Graphics/Propresenter Op - Jay Schippe; LabeLive Video Department Head - Austin Sterns Hosts Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Matthew West K-LOVE Fan Awards Branding, 3-D Motion Graphics and Trophy Already Been Chewed Studio Graphic Design for Fan Awards Weekend Gabe Dunlap K-LOVE Fan Zone Joshua Clark Ticketing Abby Snider, Holly Singleton Voting Blackwood Media Group - Justin Phelan, Aaron Harlow
Industry Event/Hospitality Joy Fletcher
WHEN WE #BANDAGAINSTCANCER, CANCER DOESN’T STAND A CHANCE.
Record Labels and Advisors Capitol - Grant Hubbard, Tamara Moore Centricity - Steve Ford Curb - John Butler Fair Trade - Dan Michaels, Meredith Leatherwood Gotee - Joey Elwood, Brad Moist Provident - Roxanne Nichols Tooth & Nail - Lauren Heerlein Word - Andrea Kleid, Kenny Rodgers, Ali Tigh Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated Frank Harrison, Dave Katz, Heather Hucks, Talah Goodwin, Terri Todd, Janice Anderson World Hope Cory Cooper, Lisa Cooper, Ward Hodges, David Janney, Derek Janney, Steven Harris, Ann Sebert Sports Spectrum Robert Walker & Team Working Title Bill Reeves Regions Bank Ronnie Smith, Tony Hotchkiss
Join the cancer experts of Sarah Cannon and Country superstar Martina McBride for the Sarah Cannon Tour supporting the fight against cancer in local communities.
Special Thanks Michael Carpino, Gabe Dunlap, Daniel Zapata, Josiah Weiss; Lee Crisp, Ben Greene, Leigh Holt, Tom Burger, David Janney, Ward Hodges; Randy Chase, Michelle Riddell, Derek Matthews, Beth Ann Homoleski; Chick-fil-A; Crossfire Ministries - Randy Shepherd; Hands & Feet Project - Mark Stuart; Angela Nixon, Mary Catherine Loftis, Erin Hatcher, Victoria Busse, Holly Singleton, Mark Brannon, Joshua Clark; Smart Source, LLC - Bill Prady; Trevecca Nazarene University - David Caldwell, Leasa Williams & Matt Toy, student volunteers; Tim & Elisabeth Hasselbeck family; Matthew & Emily West family; VisitMusicCity.com - Scott Wright & Katie Moon
Social Media Raincloud Media - Carolyn Haggard, Alyssa Moore, Maritza Collazo
Visit bandagainstcancer.com for concert details and to check out Martina McBride’s new song, and our shared anthem, “Just Around the Corner.”
Media Relations The Media Collective - Velvet Kelm, Courtney Hyder, Kirsten Grenier, Brooke Huppenthal Guestbooker.com - George Uribe, Margaret Uribe, Rebekah Rinehart, Kate Chesnutt, Jenny Henneberry, Karen Tallier Talent Producer & Director of Business Development George Uribe Legal Steve Weaver Photography Getty Images/WireImage Kurt Heinecke Video Director/Producer - Daniel Zapata, Julian Williamson Assistant Director - Josiah Weiss Camera Operator - Gray Harrison Writer Steve Strout, Matthew West Accounting Charles McClean, Jill Peeler, Beth Brown
To the FANS: Without you, the K-LOVE Fan Awards would not be possible! You are the reason we’re here tonight! Thank you for believing in and supporting K-LOVE and Christian music and entertainment! We are so grateful for you. about k-Love fan awards The mission of the K-LOVE Fan Awards is to create a unique and fun fan experience that celebrates and promotes artists, athletes, authors and entertainers, who, with excellence, engage and impact popular culture for Jesus Christ. Nominees in the music categories were determined by K-LOVE with consideration given to airplay, spins, impact and overall performance. Nominees in the sports category were selected by K-LOVE and a sports committee. Nominees in the book and film & television categories were determined by K-LOVE with consideration given to sales, impact and overall reach. Winners are solely determined by fan vote online. For additional info, visit www.klovefanawards.com. about The K-LOVE Radio Network is designed to create compelling media that inspires and encourages you to have a meaningful relationship with Christ. With 531 total signals in 48 states, K-LOVE Radio is enjoyed by millions of people across the country in markets including New York City, Chicago, Nashville, Philadelphia, Miami, Denver and many more. For more info, visit www.klove.com.
By bringing communities together through Band Against Cancer: The Sarah Cannon Tour, we are connecting people facing cancer with the resources and support they need close to home. Join us at bandagainstcancer.com. Sarah Cannon is The Cancer Institute of Hospital Corporation of America (HCA).
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Rend Collective Crowder
TobyMac
Passion
Chris Tomlin Kari Jobe
Bryan & Katie Torwalt
Matthew West
NF
Britt Nicole
Nichole Nordeman
Switchfoot Matt Redman Hillsong Worship Josh Wilson
Kim Walker-Smith
Colton Dixon
Hillsong United
Amy Grant Chris Quilala Hillsong Y&F
Jesus Culture
Social Club Misfits
Mandisa
Jeremy Camp
Congratulations to all the Capitol CMG Artists on their nominations at the Klove Fan Awards. We are honored to participate and grateful for our partnership in ministry. From the Capitol CMG Label Family
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