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10/19/2006
MERCYME TOUR CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED/SELLING OUT
NASHVILLE, TN….(October 19, 2006)…..Just two weeks into their national “Coming Up to Breathe Tour, MercyMe has seen over half their shows sell out. So far the tour has sold out in Houston (6137), San Antonio (4218), Bossier City, LA (5816), Lynchburg, VA (5499), Plymouth, MI (2783) and Chicago (3145). The remaining cities, including New York, Abilene and Baltimore, have all seen capacity crowds attend the show.In support of their latest, best-selling CD of the same name, the tour is hitting over 30 cities this fall and also features industry veteran band Audio Adrenaline on it’s farewell tour and criticially acclaimed newcomer, Phil Wickham.

“With half of the shows to date selling out we are really seeing an incredible turn out. commented Scott Brickell, manager of all three acts. “The audiences have been a lot of fun and it’s been reflected in the live show. Everyone’s having a great time both on and off stage and we are thankful for the continued support.

In addition to wowing crowds, the tour is wowing the media as well, as referenced by the following review from national media outlet Beliefnet.com:

* http://www.beliefnet.com/blogs/idolchatter/2006/10/hello-mercyme-goodbye-audio-adrenaline.html

MercyMe continues to be a favorite at Christian radio as well, with both “Hold Fast moving up to #16 AC-Monitored/#18 AC-Indicator on these R&R charts, and continues its rise on R&R’s Christian CHR chart, up to #23 this week with “No More, No Less.

Since their debut in 2001, American Music Award and multiple GMA Music Award winners MercyMe have sold over 4 million units in CD and DVD sales, including MercyMe’s Almost There, nearly triple platinum, their 2003 project Spoken For which is approaching platinum sales, the RIAA Gold certification for UNDONE and the MercyMe Live DVD, as well as their latest, Coming Up to Breathe, which entered the Billboard Top 100 at No. 13. In addition, MercyMe has garnered four consecutive mainstream radio hits with “I Can Only Imagine, (No. 4 AC/top 25 on Top 40/Hot AC), “Here With Me (No. 4 AC), “Homesick (top 10 AC), and their current AC hit, “So Long Self.

With their multi-platinum sales, and one of the industry’s most notable talents, MercyMe has sold out venues including Radio City Music Hall and received media attention from the likes of The Tonight Show, CNN, Fox New Channel’s Fox & Friends, CD USA, ABC News, CBS’ Early Show, and has been seen on the pages of Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times, USA Today, Billboard, and more.

10/18/2006
PHILLIPS, CRAIG & DEAN SOAR WITH THEIR 11TH STUDIO RELEASE
NASHVILLE, TN—October 18, 2006—On the heals of what could be called their most highly acclaimed release, Phillips, Craig & Dean (INO Records) returns from their nationwide promotional tour as their radio single continues to climb the charts. Singing together for more than 15 years, PC&D has released 11 albums, 18 No. 1 singles and sold more than 2 million records. To say the least their music has impacted many throughout the years, and it continues to resonate with the audiences far and wide.Their promotional tour took this trio across the country from Houston to Chicago to Portland to Sacramento, where they appeared at various retail stores and performed radio brown bag concerts. They performed for more than 1,000 fans in Dallas at a KLTY Brownbag as well as 1,500 people at a KTSY donor appreciation event in Boise, Idaho. The first radio single “Your Name is currently climbing the charts with No. 2 on the Inspirational chart and No. 24 and 15 on AC and AC Indicator. The piano-driven “Your Name,��? written by Paul Baloche, is another great example of the accessible songs on Top Of My Lungs. “When you sing about the name of Jesus, the power is undeniable, Randy Phillips shares. “I got very emotional in the studio, just trying to make it through the lyric.

The media have raved about Top of My Lungs indicating this to be one of the most successful projects to date for the group:

“They’ve never sounded more fresh than with this album… the adult contemporary favorite has noticeably amped up their sound on Top of My Lungs. Not only are there a plethora of louder guitar riffs, but also some tastefully executed, almost Coldplay-esque piano and snazzy string arrangements that really enhance the overall sonic quality. I’ll let you in on a little secret, though—the real highlight of the project isn’t the instrumental proficiency or the lyrics. It’s the singing. As they’ve proven on countless albums before, there’s something special when these three full-time senior pastors put their voices together. –Christian Music Today.com

“Phillips, Craig & Dean has a good way of spotlighting lesser-known worship songs and putting an new spin on standards. Top of My Lungs succeeds from start to finish and should endear itself to listeners of all ages. –Christian Retailing (Top Pick)

“The record is originally current, albeit formulaic, proving the men of PC&D and the songs of the church possess a relevant reach. All 10 tracks hold their own in a uncharacteristically aggressive, yet sufficiently believable, set. –CCM Magazine (A- review)

“There’s a good reason why Randy Phillips, Shawn Craig, and Dan Dean have amassed fans in the Contemporary Christian Music market. With their tight, three-part, Rascal Flatts harmonies and their signature key-up shift crescendos, the trio consistently delivers music that takes the airwaves by storm and insinuates itself into worship services around the world almost as quickly as the radio can introduce the songs. –TheTrades.com

“Top of My Lungs captures this boisterous excitement and their shared passion directed heavenward. Opening rocker “One Way” makes it clear immediately by its guitar-crunching hooks and soaring chorus that PC&D are not holding back. The word “gusto” comes to mind. Paul Baloche’s piano-driven “Your Name” showcases their signature three-part harmonies while exulting deliciously in the power of the Name. Your knees begin to head for the dirt, and the following title track seals the deal: you’re down. Their exuberant delivery gives you no choice. –ChristianMusicSuite101

Reunion Artists Featured on Soundtrack In Stores Today
Tuesday, October 03, 2006

Tracks from Reunion Records artists Casting Crowns, Josh Bates and Ana Laura are featured on the soundtrack to the upcoming film, Facing the Giants. The soundtrack is available October 3 and also includes tracks from Third Day and Bebo Norman.

About Facing the Giants
Facing the Giants is an inspiring story of a downtrodden Christian high school football coach who turns to God when everything seems to be going against him. Facing the Giants opens in theatres across the country on September 29 and it is unlike any other Hollywood release this year. It was produced by a church! In pre-screenings, thousands of pastors and church leaders have discovered that this quality, entertaining family film is a perfect outreach tool with a great biblical message. Visit www.facingthegiants.com to view the trailer and to get more information on the film.