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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Apr 14, 2025 • 39min
Kim Boyce - A golden voice from the golden era of CCM
From winning the Miss Florida pageant to becoming a Christian Music sensation, to having her own show in Branson, Kim Boyce found a way through the decades to reinvent her sound and her career, all while balancing family and a changing music industry. I’ve always been a fan of her pop-y 80s sound and 40 years later she’s still got it!
Apr 7, 2025 • 1h 5min
Veggie Tales - Silly songs and big ideas: the story of Veggie Tales
More than 30 years after they created one of the most beloved animated series of all time Mike Nawrocki and Kurt Heineke join me to tell us everything we’d want to know about Larry the Cucumber, Bob the Tomato and the phenomenon that was Veggie Tales! Get ready to be have those Silliy Songs with Larry stuck in your head - you’re welcome!
Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 2min
Russ Lee - A big voice on a big tour, and stories about a big God
This is a very special conversation with a friend that I hold in high regard. I’ve known Russ Lee for nearly 40 years - from his days in TRUTH, as a solo artist and as a long time member of Newsong. Every time we get together he blesses me with his wisdom and stories of faith. This is one of my favorite episodes so far and I’m glad you’re here to experience it with me.
Mar 24, 2025 • 51min
4HIM and Point of Grace - Seven friends reconnect after 28 years to tell stories from one the 90's biggest tours.
Controlled chaos. That’s an accurate description of the next hour as I put seven friends around the microphone to laugh and share memories of touring together. The guys from 4HIM and the girls of Point of Grace share a unique history in christian music and I invite you along for the ride in this finale of my KLOVE cruise conversations.
Mar 17, 2025 • 47min
Roy Morgan - There are a handful of people in CCM who've seen it all. Roy Morgan might have the most unique experience of them all.
On this episode I sit down with Roy Morgan - one of the most successful concert promoters in CCM history, bringing every major artist to your town for the better part of 50 years! He’s been my friend since the early 90s and he has some great stories to tell.
Mar 10, 2025 • 55min
Jason Crabb - Never give up on your dreams: the incredible story of Jason's journey from southern gospel to mainstream success.
This is a story of healing and forgiveness, and the power of never giving up. From a broken home and a journey through dark times to becoming one of the most beloved Christian artists today, Jason Crabb has an incredible story that I know will cause you dwell on the goodness of God!
Mar 3, 2025 • 51min
Phillips, Craig & Dean - Perfect harmonies and unified hearts: the story of CCM's most beloved trio.
Psalm 133 says, “How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity.” That verse accurately describes my guests today - Phillips, Craig and Dean! Their vocal harmonies and catalogue will be remembered as some of the most loved in CCM history, but more than that they are some of the best men I’ve ever been around, true brothers with a common heart and vision.
Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 6min
Leon Patillo: From Santana to CCM, no one impacted Christian music quite like Leon
My guest today had some of the biggest hits in Christian Music in the 1980s. Leaving a successful career as the lead singer for Santana, Leon Patillo became one of the most celebrated artists in CCM history. This is one of the most honest and raw conversations I’ve had to date and every minute of it is a reflection of God’s grace.
Feb 17, 2025 • 56min
Mike Donehey: Tenth Ave North’s frontman is the definition of a CCM Renaissance Man
Unquestionably one of the best bands in Christian music in the 2000s was Tenth Avenue North. Their front man, Mike Donehey, is my guest today and he joins me to talk about their career and why things are much different in the music industry than they were 20 years ago. Mike has a lot to say about an artist’s calling and the necessity for deep friendship.
Feb 10, 2025 • 1h
Michelle Tumes: There’s never been anyone quite like Michelle in the history of Christian music, and that’s a good thing!
That voice, those songs, that musical vibe that took over Christian radio in the late 1990s. They all belong to my friend Michelle Tumes, who wrote hit songs for Point of Grace and Jaci Velasquez, just to name a few, but also carved out her own legacy as one of the most unique and beloved CCM artists of all time. It was great fun catching up with her and I'm glad you could come along for the ride.
