1 Degree of Andy
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From touring in the group 4Him to working as a worship pastor to leading a radio show, I've had the opportunity to be a part of the Christian Music industry for the last four decades. I'm Andy Chrisman and I've had the unique opportunity to tour with, record with, and become friends with just about everyone within the Christian Music industry. I think this makes me the perfect person to tell their stories. Welcome to 1 Degree of Andy!
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Jan 12, 2026 • 1h 14min
Chris Harris - One of CCM's most accomplished producers is also one of its best storytellers
Chris has worked with them all - from Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith to Stevie Ray Vaughn and Kristin Chenoweth and everyone in between. Lots of great behind-the-scenes stories in this episode!
Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 3min
Don Moen - One of the world's first global worship leaders "Gives Thanks" for how God guided his steps
It’s impossible to tell the story of modern worship music without Don Moen. And the impact he’s had on the church and Christian musicians is immeasurable, but we’ll do our best to peel back the layers of his six-decade journey.
Dec 29, 2025 • 32min
2025 Look Back - The Men whose voices shaped the music industry
In this final 2025 look back episode I replay some of my favorite moments with some of the greatest male vocalists in CCM history!
Dec 22, 2025 • 31min
2025 Look Back - Leading Ladies of classic Christian music
These iconic artists have stood the test of time, and their voices have moved us for decades! Join me in this fourth look back episode featuring the female artists who graced season 3.
Dec 15, 2025 • 39min
2025 Look Back - Industry Legends - There would be no CCM without these pioneers
It’s always a thrill to sit down with artists who shaped my journey with their music. These eight legendary CCM artists were gracious enough to share their stories with me on season 3!
Dec 8, 2025 • 45min
2025 Look Back - The Worship Artists - Bringing CCM back to the church
In the late 1990’s Christian music began to change and it’s never looked back. These six artists were driving forces behind the modern worship movement and their stories are incredible!
Dec 1, 2025 • 33min
2025 Look Back - The Producers - How our favorite CCM albums were made
Journey back with me to some amazing conversations with the producers who created the soundtracks of our lives.
Nov 24, 2025 • 41min
Q&A episode - You have questions, I have answers!
Thank you to everyone who sent in questions for this episode. We’ll hit topics like how the podcast gets produced, what are the biggest regrets of my career, what’s the one song that got away, and why I’m so bad at fantasy football!
Nov 17, 2025 • 54min
Natalie Grant - A generational voice and a heart for worship
Natalie and I sit down to talk about her storied career, her marriage to her producer, and her love for worship and the church.
Nov 10, 2025 • 1h 3min
Cruse Family - A love for people and a knack for harmonies propel one of the great CCM family bands
I’m not sure it’s possible to measure the impact the Cruse Family has had on the kingdom of God, but we’ll do our best to tell the story of Joe, Karen, Jane, John and Cindy and their legacy that continues to show no signs of slowing down!
