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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Christian music news: Brandon Heath-Give Me Your Eyes




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Brandon Heath singing "Give Me Your Eyes" at Winter Wonder Jam '09 in Tallahassee, FL

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Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Christian music news: Brandon Heath: Digging Into the Word




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Dove Award Winner and Christian songwriter/singer, Brandon Heath talks about how he often digs into God's Word through various tools and with support from friends.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Brandon Heath YoungLife Macon Concert Intro




Brandon Heath gives a quick word of encouragement to Macon's YoungLife before a local concert.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Brandon Heath YoungLife Promo




Brandon Heath gives a quick word of encouragement to Macon's YoungLife.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Brandon Heath set for 'FOX & Friends' Friday morning



Tune in to Fox network morning show FOX & Friends Friday (April 10) morning to catch Nashville-reared contemporary Christian voice Brandon Heath performing some songs, including his latest Christian market hit, "Give Me Your Eyes."

That song earned Heath a song of the year nomination from the GMA Dove Award folks, to go along with the singer's other four nods (he's up for male vocalist, songwriter and pop/contemporary recorded song of the year trophies, and for one in the special event album category). That awards show is scheduled for April 23 at the Grand Ole Opry House.

Heath was invited as part of a Good Friday celebration on the show to play songs as FOX & Friends goes in and out of commercial breaks. The show airs 5 - 8 a.m. central on Fox.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

BRANDON HEATH RECEIVES NOMINATION FOR SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR



(Nashville, Tenn.) April 1, 2009—GRAMMY-nominated artist, Brandon Heath adds a fifth Dove Award nomination to his tally for the 40th Annual Dove Awards, receiving a nomination this week for Songwriter of the Year, as announced by the Gospel Music Association (GMA). Heath co-wrote the blockbuster, GRAMMY-nominated song, “Give Me Your Eyes,” off his sophomore album What If We. The song spent 14 weeks at No.1 on Billboard’s Hot Christian AC radio chart, and 27 weeks at No. 1 on iTunes Christian Song Chart, during a 7-month run at the top of the download chart following the song’s release in July 2008.

The recipient of the Dove Award for Songwriter of the Year will be named during the awards show on April 23rd at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, broadcasting live nationwide on Gospel Music Channel. This is Heath’s second career nod for Songwriter of the Year. He was nominated in 2008 for penning the No.1 radio hit, “I’m Not Who I Was” appearing on his debut album, Don’t Get Comfortable.

Following the announcement, Heath said, “Being a songwriter, this is one of the highest honors I can receive in our industry.”

Honored with four additional nominations for the Gospel Music Association’s 40th Annual Dove Awards, Heath is up for Male Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Give Me Your Eyes.” Heath also appears in the Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song category for performing and writing “Give Me Your Eyes,” and for his recording of Patty Griffin’s “Heavenly Day” on Billy: The Early Years Official Motion Picture Soundtrack, in the Special Event Album category.

For more on Brandon Heath, and a listing of his “Revelation Tour” dates with Third Day and Revive, please visit www.brandonheath.net.

About Brandon Heath:
Nashville native Brandon Heath was spotlighted in the Sunday edition (2/8), of The New York Times as a GRAMMY-nominated newcomer “that shouldn't be allowed to slip through the cracks.” Heath released his breakthrough sophomore album, What If We in 2008, featuring the No.1 song “Give Me Your Eyes.” The project followed Brandon’s debut album Don’t Get Comfortable (2006), and first chart-topping radio song, “I’m Not Who I Was,” nominated for Song of the Year at 2008 GMA Dove Awards, and contributing to his win in the New Artist of the Year category. Off stage, Heath seeks opportunities to merge his public platform with his heart for community regularly working with Young Life, Blood:Water Mission, Restore International and unofficially volunteering for many other human rights agencies on a global scale. Heath is a respected songwriter in the Nashville music community and first began writing at age 13.

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Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Brandon Heath’s Benefit Show Raises Over $10,000 and Counting as Part of the Second Annual “Love Your Neighbor” Benefit

Pictured L-R: Matthew West; Brandon Heath; Don Kirby, David’s teacher (back); David Atmajaya, beneficiary (front); Tiffany Lee, Plumb; Jason Ingram (back) and Matt Bronleewe, producer


Brandon Heath’s “Save David’s Eyes” benefit show on March 11 hosted roughly 600 guests who raised over $10, 000 for one high school student. Heath hosted the benefit to raise surgery funds for 18-year old glaucoma patient, David Atmajaya. Heath launched into the show with Jason Ingram and Tiffany Lee (Plumb) by playing three songs each. Mike Donehey from Tenth Avenue North joined the stage and performed “By Your Side” with songwriter Jason Ingram. Heath closed the benefit show with his Grammy-nominated, megahit “Give Me Your Eyes.” In support of the cause, Stuph Merch donated over 70 t-shirts featuring the benefit artwork, all of which sold out before the event finished. For more information about Brandon Heath and the “Love Your Neighbor Benefit,” please visit: www.brandonheath.net.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

BRANDON HEATH, JARS OF CLAY, MANDISA, BART MILLARD AND MATTHEW WEST ADDED TO GMA MUSIC WEEK 2009


NASHVILLE, Tenn. – March 3, 2009 – Brandon Heath, Jars of Clay, Mandisa, Bart Millard and Matthew West have been added to an artist line-up that already includes Francesca Battistelli, Point of Grace, Diamond Rio and Group 1 Crew to be a part of GMA Music Week 2009, which will take place April 18-22 in Nashville, Tenn.

Jars of Clay will be the featured performer for the MAPS Field Trip on April 19, while Heath and West will be among the artists taking part in the "Heart of the Artist" session. Back by popular demand, the "Heart of the Artist" session offers registrants the opportunity to hear from artists as they share their passion for their calling and answer questions.

In addition, Mandisa and Bart Millard will serve as co-hosts and perform for registrants during the April 21 luncheon. This event also will feature performances by Stellar Award winner DeWayne Woods, along with new EMI CMG-distributed artists Stephen Petree and Press Play.

Last week, Word Entertainment announced that it will present the Big Hits Lunch on Monday. Artists scheduled to appear during the lunch include Meredith Andrews, BarlowGirl, Battistelli, Diamond Rio, Group 1 Crew, Point Of Grace, Remedy Drive, Mark Schultz and Big Daddy Weave's Mike Weaver. This year's lunches are open to all tracks.

These artists also join previously announced speakers who will be a part of GMA Music Week 2009, including Louie Giglio, authors Gabe Lyons (unChristian, Baker Books) and William P. Young (The Shack, Windblown Media), and financial experts Michael Q. Pink (see related item, left) and Bethany and Scott Palmer.

The GMA member rate for GMA Music Week 2009 has been reduced to $299, the lowest GMA Music Week registration rate offered by the GMA in 12 years. More details about the artists, speakers and tracks can be found at http://www.gospelmusic.org/events/generic.aspx?aid=9&pid=183.

The 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards will take place April 23, 2009 at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. Tickets to the 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards are on sale now at http://www.ticketmaster.com/ or by calling 615-242-0303.

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Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Brandon Heath Goes "Joe-free" For Blood:Water Mission

In support of Blood:Water Mission's "40 Days of Water," Brandon Heath is committing himself to his own version of the campaign called "No Joe March."

For 40 days, from March 1 to April 9, Brandon is giving up all other drinks besides water - including his favorite vice, coffee - and donating the money he would have spent on beverages to Blood:Water Mission, which focuses efforts on providing clean water to communities in Africa.

Joining him on his beverage fast is his keyboard player, Joe Moralez. You can follow their progress on Twitter and at Brandon Heath's website.

Or better, yet, why not join them in their "No Joe March?" To participate, just make the choice to set aside the money you would have spent each day on coffee (or tea or soda or whatever) and at the end of 40 days, donate your savings to Blood:Water Mission.

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Wednesday, March 4, 2009

GRAMMY Nominees Brandon Heath and Leeland Attend Nashville GRAMMY Party


GRAMMY Nominees Brandon Heath and Leeland Attend Nashville GRAMMY Party: Monday evening Brandon Heath, nominated for two GRAMMY awards this year for “Give Me Your Eyes” in the Best Gospel Song category and What If We in the Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album category, and Leeland, GRAMMY-nominated for Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album (for Opposite Way), attended the 2009 Nashville GRAMMY Nominee party at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel. The celebration was a time for the nominees to congratulate each other and recognize the Recording Academy for their contribution to the music industry. Brandon Heath and Leeland were both featured in Channel 5-CBS Nashville’s evening newscast. The GRAMMY awards will be airing Feb. 8 at 8pm et/pt on CBS. For more information about Brandon Heath, please visit: www.brandonheath.net. For more information about Leeland, please visit: www.leelandonline.com.

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Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Brandon Heath give me your eyes




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GMA HONORS BRANDON HEATH WITH FOUR DOVE AWARDS NOMINATIONS

(Nashville, Tenn.) Feb. 20, 2009—Hitmaker and recent double GRAMMY-nominee, Brandon Heath is honored today with four nominations for the Gospel Music Association’s 40th Annual Dove Awards including Male Vocalist of the Year. Once again, Heath appears in the Song of the Year category, this time for co-writing his blockbuster, GRAMMY-nominated song “Give Me Your Eyes,” which spent 14 weeks at No.1 # 1 on Billboard’s Hot Christian AC radio chart. This week, the megahit song spent a 27th week as the No. 1 download on iTunes Christian Song Chart, holding for 7 months, since its release July 2008.

Heath is also nominated in the Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song category for performing and writing “Give Me Your Eyes,” and for his recording of Patty Griffin’s “Heavenly Day” on Billy: The Early Years Official Motion Picture Soundtrack, in the Special Event Album category.

Following the news, Heath said, “I’ve had one of the most exciting years of my life. I thank God everyday that I get to do what I love and make a difference in the world. I accept these nominations as a huge honor from my peers. He adds, “To be nominated for male vocalist is a big surprise! I was excited to see Give Me Your Eyes up for Song of the Year. I think that song has shocked us all.”

Dan Keen, vice president of ASCAP, commented on the momentum surrounding Brandon’s music, “Brandon continues to build on his amazing launch as a new artist, with his win last year as New Artist of the Year, and now today with several more Dove nominations, including Male Vocalist and Song of the Year. Keen continues, “The thing that makes Brandon stand out from other great artists, is that he writes hit songs. “Give Me Your Eyes” is one of the most performed songs of the year, and really impacted our culture in a great way, with its timely message. I couldn’t be happier for Brandon.”

Dove Awards will be handed out Thursday, April 23rd at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN and broadcast live nationwide on Gospel Music Channel.

About Brandon Heath:
Brandon Heath was recently spotlighted in the Sunday edition (2/8), of The New York Times as a GRAMMY-nominated newcomer “that shouldn't be allowed to slip through the cracks.” Heath released his breakthrough sophomore album, What If We in 2008, featuring the No.1 song “Give Me Your Eyes.” The project followed Brandon’s debut album Don’t Get Comfortable (2006), and first chart-topping radio song, “I’m Not Who I Was,” nominated for Song of the Year at 2008 GMA Dove Awards, and contributing to his win in the New Artist of the Year category. Off stage, Heath seeks opportunities to merge his public platform with his heart for community regularly working with Young Life, Blood:Water Mission, Restore International and unofficially volunteering for many other human rights agencies on a global scale. Heath is a respected songwriter in the Nashville music community and first began writing at age 13.

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Pop-rock plus faith paved Brandon Heath's way to fame

The religious recording acts who'll perform today, Feb. 22, at Scope as part of Winter Jam 2009, including tobyMac, Hawk Nelson and Brandon Heath, look and sound as hip and trendy as mainstream pop-rock artists. The message, of course, is different.

As Heath tells it, when large crowds of teens and twenty-somethings flock to concerts such as Winter Jam, his primary responsibility is to be honest.

"I don't want to stand in front of them and for one minute believe I'm better than they are. What they need to see is that

everybody's kind of in the same boat. For those who do not know Jesus, if they come to a show and I was to stand up there and act as though I've got it all together, I don't think that would be a very accurate picture of a Christian's life. We certainly don't have it all together. We have a God that forgives. I want to portray onstage that people are loved by God."

Heath, 30, grew up in Nashville, known as Music City for its vibrant country music culture. It is also home to the Gospel Music Association. But Heath knew nothing of Nashville's music scene until he was in high school.

"My mom was a hairdresser, and my dad was a police officer. When I got to high school I had friends whose parents were in the music business. To me it was, like, 'Man, you can actually make money making music?' "

Heath received his first guitar as a Christmas present at age 16. At the same time, he found his faith and started performing in a men's group at church. A pop and country music producer named Dan Muckala also attended the church and noticed Heath's musical abilities.

"We were meeting at his house, and he said, 'If you ever want to record, let me know.' I checked into Dan to see who he was working with, and he was working with LeAnn Rimes and some other people. So I thought he must be legitimate. It was Dan who developed me as an artist and took me to a couple labels, and we got a deal."

Muckala produced both of Heath's albums: "Don't Get Comfortable" (2006) and "What if We" (2008). The full-length albums were released on Reunion Records. On the strength of his singles "I'm Not Who I Was," "Don't Get Comfortable" and "Give Me Your Eyes," Heath has become a success. He won the 2008 Dove Award - presented by the Gospel Music Association - for new artist of the year and received nominations for songwriter of the year, song of the year ("I'm Not Who I Was") and pop/contemporary recorded song of the year. He was also nominated for two 2009 Grammy Awards - best gospel song ("Give Me Your Eyes") and best pop/contemporary gospel album ("What if We"). Though he didn't win a Grammy, he is pleased with his popularity.

"It was an indication that maybe I was doing something right. It's always a shot in the arm to get an award, but for me I just love making music and feeling like I'm making a mark on the world. Doing something as public as being a recording artist has its challenges, but I love what I'm doing, knowing I'm making a difference in people's lives by sharing my testimony."

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

brandon heath again!live winter jam 2009 love never fails




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Brandon Heath Noted By NY Times As An Artist You Shouldn't Miss


The NY Times noted Brandon Heath recently as a Grammy nominee who shouldn't be allowed to slip through the cracks or get lost in the overwhelming number of artists that were up for awards yesterday.

Heath didn't win in the Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album (the award went to CeCe Winans) or Best Gospel Song (that one went to Kirk Franklin), but that shouldn't dampen his spirits. Last April, he scored a Dove nomination for Songwriter of the Year and a win as New Artist of the Year. His sophomore album What If We, which released last August, debuted at or near the top of Christian music charts.

In addition to his chart topping music success, Heath is a worship leader at The Loft church located in The Woodlands, just north of Houston.

Brandon Heath is currently on the Winter Jam tour, and joins Third Day for the Revelation tour. For more, visit Brandon Heath's website.

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Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Brandon Heath and Tenth Avenue North to Perform at The Home Foundation Fundraiser with Natalie Grant and Phillip LaRue

Brandon Heath and Tenth Avenue North to Perform at The Home Foundation Fundraiser with Natalie Grant and Phillip LaRue: Brandon Heath and Tenth Avenue North will volunteer their time and music on Feb. 17 at Nashville’s historic Belcourt Theatre to raise money and awareness for The Home Foundation. The Home Foundation is a non-profit organization which works to fight human trafficking, specifically those affected by sexual trafficking. Funds raised from this event will go to support The H.O.M.E.S project to help support faith-based shelters across the U.S. dedicated to the restoration of trafficking victims. Brandon and Tenth Avenue North will be joined by Natalie Grant and Phillip LaRue. Tickets for this event can be purchased through the Belcourt ticket office. To learn more about The Home Foundation please visit: www.thehomefoundation.net.

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Brandon Heath’s “Give Me Your Eyes” Tops Radio and iTunes Charts

Brandon Heath’s “Give Me Your Eyes” Tops Radio and iTunes Charts: Brandon Heath’s powerhouse hit “Give Me Your Eyes” hits No. 1 at R&R’s AC-Monitored chart for its 14th week. The song is also No. 1 on iTunes Christian Top Songs chart for its 21st week and the popular music video for “Give Me Your Eyes” sits at No. 1 on iTunes Christian Top Music Videos chart. For more information on Brandon Heath, please visit: www.brandonheath.net.

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Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Winter Jam '09 fills Crown with joyful noise

In an evening that featured breakdancing, beatboxing and rock ’n’ roll, it was clear that Saturday’s Winter Jam concert at the Crown Coliseum was not your father’s youth ministry event.

The performance, headlined by 2008 Gospel Music Association Artist of the Year tobyMac, brought in close to 9,000 fans of contemporary Christian music, the majority of whom braved windy and chilly weather by standing in line for at least an hour before the 6p.m. start time. The coliseum’s parking lot was packed with church vans and buses of all shapes, sizes, and — in testament to Winter Jam’s mass appeal — denominations.

A high-energy, fast-paced affair, Winter Jam proved why it’s the largest annual Christian music tour.

The evening began quickly with songs from up-and-coming Christian artist Francesca Battistelli, whose angelic vocals and infectious smile carried her piano-pop sound into the hearts of the appreciative audience.

Immediately afterward, NewSong, the founders and host of Winter Jam, took to the stage, further energizing the already-on-its-feet crowd. Led by Billy Goodwin, the quartet performed several fan favorites, including “Blessed Be Your Name,” “Arise, My Love” and “Psalm 40.”

“We sing not just because we like to sing,” Goodwin explained to the crowd. “We sing because we’ve experienced the transforming power of Jesus Christ. Amen!”

It would be a night filled with “amens,” as Winter Jam deftly mixed music and message to spread the gospel.

“It’s great to see so many young people responding not just to the music,” said Francis Kinley, “but to the message.”

The 43-year-old school teacher said she traveled from South Carolina to see the concert with her husband, Roy.

“It makes my heart glad that so many teenagers and young people can come to know God this way — and it doesn’t hurt to have a great time while doing it,” Roy added.

There were plenty of good times to be had. Hawk Nelson, the night’s next act, brought an incredibly active stage show that bordered on a Blink-182 level of energy.

The quartet took the stage to Queen’s “We Will Rock You” and they weren’t kidding. Lead singer and guitarist Jason Dunn had the crowd — especially its female members — on its feet, clapping and singing.

A rollicking and rockin’ number, “Bring ‘Em Out” was a crowd favorite that surged with exuberance. It probably provided the evening’s closest equivalent of a mosh pit on the front row.

The band also performed “Let’s Dance” and “Ancient History,” both of which were favorites of Anna Salazar. The 17-year-old came to Winter Jam with other members of her church, though she’s not a member of a youth group — yet.

“This is a lot of fun,” Salazar said. “But I like how they talk about living for God and they’re not talking down to us. It makes me think about church differently.”

That can only be good news for Winter Jam organizers and pastors alike. If not, then the several hundred in attendance who pledged their lives to Christ Saturday has to be a good sign that Winter Jam is accomplishing its goals. And it was only the third night of the 10-week tour.

Special guest speaker Tony Nolan led the evening’s outreach efforts, balancing his message of redemption with moments of levity.

“You can’t text message or e-mail God,” Nolan said. “But the good news is that God’s already texted us; the Bible is the biggest text message in the world!”

After Nolan spoke and an offering was passed, Brandon Heath, 2008 GMA New Artist Of The Year, performed. Heath’s mix of rock and acoustic on songs such as “I’m Not Who I Was” and “Give Me Your Eyes” provided additional highlights in an evening already filled with them.

And then tobyMac, decked out in purple and black and sporting a clever fedora, took the stage at 8:30 p.m. accompanied by air raid sirens, a trio of singers, two guitarists, a drummer and a DJ.

“All of you Jesus freaks scream!” tobyMac yelled before tearing into “One World.” The crowd uproariously responded as told, making quite the joyful noise.


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Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Brandon Heath’s “Give Me Your Eyes” Reaches 20th Week at No. 1 on iTunes with 200,000 downloads

Brandon Heath’s “Give Me Your Eyes” Reaches 20th Week at No. 1 on iTunes with 200,000 downloads: Along with being one of the biggest songs of 2008 at Christian radio, “Give Me Your Eyes” reached its 20th week at No. 1 on iTunes with 200,0000 downloads of the song. This month Heath will be featured on Nashville's CBS affiliate NewsChannel 5+ “Issues of Faith” discussing Contemporary Christian Music with Christian radio personality WAY-FM's Wally. The show will air at the following times on NewsChannel 5+ (cable channel 50):

Saturday, January 10 at 5:30 am & 5:00 pm (CT)
Sunday, January 11 at 4:30 pm
Monday, January 12 at 9:30 am & 12:30 pm
Thursday, January 22 at 1:00 pm
Saturday, January 24 at 5:30 am & 5:00 pm
Sunday, January 25 at 4:30 pm
Monday, January 26 at 9:30 am & 12:30 pm

For more about the show, please visit:
www.newschannel5.com/Global/story.asp?S=5373419

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Eight hot concerts to keep winter doldrums at bay

Dead of winter is easily the worst time of the year to be a concertgoer.

One typically has to hunt and peck through slimmer pickings while waiting for warm weather.

That's when we get the first batch of Verizon Wireless Amphitheater concerts and Live On (or Off) the Levee shows, and hopefully even a few Busch Stadium performances will join the list of concerts.

Until then, we've lined up eight shows at eight venues to keep music lovers happy.


— I Am Music Tour with Lil Wayne, T-Pain, Keyshia Cole, Gym Class Heroes, Keri Hilson: 7 p.m. Thursday at Chaifetz Arena, 37.75-$77.75, MetroTix

— A Taste of Chaos with Thursday, Four Year Strong, Bring Me the Horizon, Pierce the Veil: 6:30 p.m. March 11 at the Pageant, $24.25, Ticketmaster

— Celine Dion: 8 p.m. Feb. 4 at Scottrade Center, $65-$125, Ticketmaster

— Mardi Gras Mambo with the Neville Brothers, Dr. John: 7 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Sheldon Concert Hall, $55-$75, MetroTix (on sale at 10 a.m. Jan. 10)

— Winter Jam with tobyMac, Hawk Nelson, Brandon Heath, Francesca Battistelli, Stephanie Smith: Jan. 25 at Family Arena, $10 at the door only, www.jamtour.com.

— Tony Bennett: 8 p.m. May 8 at the Fox Theatre, $55-$250, MetroTix

— Terence Blanchard Quintet: 8:30 and 10:15 p.m. Feb. 4-7 at Jazz at the Bistro, $30, MetroTix.

— Take Action Tour with Cute is What We Aim For, Breathe Carolina, Every Avenue, Meg & Dia, Anarbor: 6 p.m. Feb. 11 at Pop's, $16-$20, Ticketmaster.

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