One of my favorite artists, Derek Webb, was set to release a new album called Stockholm Syndrome this week. Nevertheless, his label is refusing to release it due to an offensive word. This is really an interesting subject.

Do you think it is fair, in the name of artistic liberty, for Christians to swear in their music? Given, this is not a spitting of continuous, vulgar profanities, but merely one word. The content of his music if most definitely Biblical and rooted in a deep love for God. Is this a violation of Biblical morality?

I’ve always appreciated Derek for his raw, honest approach to music. He’s not trying to sell records (well, I’m sure he is a little). He’s trying to say something.

Has he crossed the line?

Really looking forward to this new album. Future of Forestry is one of my favorite bands. They blend heart, God, rock, experimentation, hooks, and unprecedented coolness into all their stuff. Check out a brand new song on their myspace. And be sure to buy the album on May 5. They are planning to release three EPs every four months through January of 2010.

This is gonna be a good year.

This video is amazing. One of the most entertaining music video I’ve ever seen. Take the time to watch this. I’m still laughing.

I’m highly impressed with the worship music of Jesus Culture, the youth/young adult ministry of Bethel Church in Redding, CA. It has high production quality, great voices, anointed songwriting, and a unique edge. Passionate artists such as Kim Walker, Ian Mcintosh, Chris Quilala, & Kristene Mueller. This has a freshness to it that is different than United, Desperation Band, Lakewood, and others.

I think you should like it too.

This looks like a really great album by a really great, all-star cast. It was created to benefit the Red Hot Organization, which raises money and awareness for HIV & AIDS through pop culture. I love many of these artists, and some of them I don’t know. Looking forward to hearing it. Check out the their myspace page.