More Than The Music

Mike Weaver from Big Daddy Weave shares how the band met at the University of Mobile, how the name was originally a joke, why the tragedies of 9/11 and Hurricane Ivan brought good to Mike's life, why the band almost broke up, what kept them together and has changed every concert, how Mike's brother and bassist, Jay, is recovering after losing his feet, and why many of the songs on "Beautiful Offerings: Deluxe Edition" have taken on a new meaning.  "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Aaron Shust shares why it took a random stranger for him to get into college, how his church sang "My Savior My God" for a year and a half before the chorus was written, the challenges of recording a live album, how is son, who was only given a 1% chance to live, was miraculously healed, and why many of his most popular songs are slightly different on "Love Made A Way." "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Crowder shares why the movie "Rocky" inspired him to pursue music, how he convinced his dad that Queen was a Christian band as a kid, what led him to help start a church in college, why he moved to Atlanta after David Crowder Band ended, why he believes music is really about community, his strange obsession with Chef Boyardee, and what song on "American Prodigal" he laughed at while he was recording it. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Dave Frey and Ben McDonald from Sidewalk Prophets share how they met in college, their reaction to winning a recording session at Bill Gaither's studio, how Dave was almost pushed off the stage by Mark Stuart from Audio Adrenaline, why Ben is no longer performing with the band, how they found their new drummer on YouTube, and what song on "Something Different" was inspired by the many prayer requests that they receive.  "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Brooke Ligertwood and Ben Fielding from Hillsong Worship share how they joined the biggest worship band in the world, the strenuous process that every song goes through before it's ever sung, how they maintain community with Hillsong being a global church, what it was like collaborating with so many songwriters and musicians around the world for "Let There Be Light," and the weird thing about America they absolutely love. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Hannah Kerr shares how she started singing in church at a young age, why moving to Nashville was challenging, her embarrassing nicknames, what it's like having her brother in the band, how she balances full-time college and touring, the way she's overcoming the fear and doubt of being a new artist, and how Mark Hall of Casting Crowns has impacted her music. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Matt Maher shares how he began his career playing piano in a hotel in Newfoundland, how balancing family and career is all about seasons, how many of his songs are inspired by old quotes, what God was speaking over him as he received treatment for Hepatitis C, the reason he always plays video games after shows, and why one of the biggest songs on "Saints and Sinners" wasn't originally written for the album. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Danny Gokey returns to share why he was so nervous about making a new album, why he bought a bed-n-breakfast, what his son said during prayer time that was hilarious and adorable, why he's back on TV regularly, if, unlike before, his wife approves of all the songs, how a reunion on American Idol led to one of his favorite songs, and why "Rise" is a representation of his life experiences. For more of Danny's story, reference Episode 3. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Mike, Jason, and Jeff of Tenth Avenue North share how the band started in college, what the first concert was like, how a near fatal car accident inspired Mike to pursue music, why the band was named Tenth Avenue North even though Mike was so passionate about other band names, and how one song on "Followers" was inspired by a relative's battle with cancer. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Lauren Daigle shares what Christmas was like growing up in Louisiana, how she felt about a Christmas song being her big breakthrough, the meaning behind #DontWakeTheBaby, why a radio in her laundry room is so special to her, what gift she received as kid that was kind of prophetic, and why she was so passionate and nervous about making "Behold: A Christmas Collection." "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Dave Frey from Sidewalk Prophets shares how he was able stay up all night on Christmas Eve without getting in trouble, how a "sparrow of destruction" almost ruined Christmas, the special gift he used to give his grandparents every year, the "dumb idea" that turned into an amazing song, how he was able to redeem a gift his brother received over a decade ago, and the song they struggled to record for "Merry Christmas To You" until something magical happened. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Matthew West shares what Christmas was like as a pastor's kid, the song he had to sing every year at his dad's church, how having kids changed his perspective of Christmas, why he's so difficult to buy for, the daddy-daughter date that has become a new Christmas tradition, why he makes his kids wait before tearing into their gifts on Christmas morning, and how one song on "Unto Us: A Christmas Collection" makes him emotional every time. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

TobyMac shares how he was Michael Tait's sound man before DC Talk, what it was like to step out as a solo artist, how he feels about fan reaction to the Jesus Freak Cruise, why some producers have cried while recording with him, how caring for his dad gave him a new perspective of God's love, why he so passionate about mentoring young Christian artists, and how one game of cornhole backstage on the "Hits Deep Tour" almost ruined the show. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Jason Roy from Building 429 shares how he mended the relationship with his father after drug abuse broke up their family, why the band couldn't play in church when they first began, how a strange injury led to Jessie joining the band, if he ever listened to the demo I gave him 10 years ago of my very first band, why the past two years have been difficult for him, and why one song on "Unashamed" is extremely personal for him. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Chris Tomlin shares how he learned to play guitar to Willie Nelson songs as a kid, the first worship song he wrote at 14, how he nearly had a career as a stand-up comedian, the unique way that he used to record new song ideas, the song that his wife introduced to him that became one of the biggest he's ever recorded, and how one of his favorite songs on "Never Lose Sight" almost missed the cut.  "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Britt Nicole shares why it's been nearly 4 years since her last album, all of the major changes in her life recently, how she overcame bullying as kid and the song it inspired, why she gave up a college scholarship three weeks before classes began, the gift from a fan that she cherishes, why all of her songs aren't necessarily about God, and why she felt this album had to be self-titled.  "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Josh, Matt, Dan, and Jordan from The Afters share how the band began because Josh and Matt sang drink orders at Starbucks, the many band names they used before The Afters, the role MercyMe played in the band's success, how Dan and Jordan write songs for Disney movies, the way a severe car accident changed Josh's outlook on life, the strange similarities between Justin and Jordan, and how the songs on "Live On Forever" are songs of triumph. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Darren from We Are Messengers shares how he grew up in Ireland but loved Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson, how he went from being in a screamo band to leading worship, the way his wife led him to Jesus, what phrases you need to know if you go to Ireland, how someone hanging up on him inspired one of his favorite songs on the album, and why a song he wrote has taken on a new meaning in his life recently.  "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Jason Gray shares how he grew up traveling with his mom's bar band, how he heard God speak to him through a Simon & Garfunkel song, the role music played in his life as he struggled with a speech handicap, why he loves coloring books and reading, and how the songs on "Where The Light Gets In" are helping him heal after a divorce. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

Steven Curtis Chapman shares how he grew up learning to play guitar from his dad, got his start playing at an amusement park in Nashville, the role worship music had in his life when he lost his daughter in a tragic accident, what he still hopes to accomplish after a 30 year music career, what he told his sons when they wanted to start Colony House, and why after 23 albums "Worship and Believe" is his first worship album. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm