Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music
Andrew Gill and Leah Payne
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Rock That Doesn’t Roll looks at how Christian music shaped the world we're living in now by telling individual stories from the peak era of the contemporary Christian music industry. In the 80s, 90s and early 2000s CCM grew into a billion dollar business that affected millions of evangelical young people. Through interviews with artists, industry players and average fans we trace the long-lasting personal, cultural and political impact of sometimes cringe-worthy music. Expect hilarious moments and heartfelt yearning, purity culture and conservative politics- all in equal measure. Whether you’ve deconstructed, come out or renegotiated your faith, we hope you feel seen. If you’ve never given Christian music any thought beyond a punchline, we hope you’ll gain a deeper understanding of a subculture that’s shaping the world around us now.
What is Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music about?
This podcast exists to document a strange moment in American pop culture when evangelicals created an alternative music industry to keep young people in the church. The Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) industry is often mentioned as a joke, but it had a very serious effect on the lives of millions- and still shapes the world we live in today.
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Podcast Q&A
Why did you start this show?
There's no serious criticism of this type of music and I wanted to change that.
What do you hope listeners gain from listening to your show?
I hope listeners think about the impact of Christian pop music in a deeper way than they have in the past.
Which episode should someone start with?
S1E1 "Youth Group Kids" helps establish the world, but I think S1E6 "Be The Billy Of Your Actual Hills" is our best episode.
Which have been your favourite episodes so far?
S2E2 "Holy Hip Hop" was really fun to make.
Which episode are you most proud of?
S1E6 is an interview with David Bazan, an artist I've followed for decades. I feel like we captured a different side of him that no other interview he's done has gotten close to showing.
What is your vision for your show?
I hope people who interacted with this world will think about it more deeply- and in turn will think about the role of religion in American life.
What is your favourite other podcast that isn't yours?
I loved Heavyweight and currently enjoy Search Engine, Good Christian Fun and too many others to list.
How did you come up with the name for your podcast?
The podcast name was inspired by Larry Norman's song "The Rock That Doesn't Roll." The name can be taken in a few different ways and I want to encourage the different interpretations.
Tell us a bit about yourself
I'm a public radio producer who has been in the industry for more than 20 years. I also make the podcast Sound Opinions.
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How many episodes does Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music have?
Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music currently has 27 episodes available.
What topics does Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music cover?
The podcast is about Music, Music History and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music?
The episode title 'Christian Rockstar Dreams' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music?
The average episode length on Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music released?
Episodes of Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music?
The first episode of Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music was released on Aug 24, 2023.
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