About Mike Laxton

Mike is a seasoned media professional and passionate advocate for faith-based entertainment, serving as a key member of the leadership team at Today's Christian Entertainment and Kingdom Builder. Mike brings a wealth of experience to his reviews of Christian music, films, TV, streaming media, and books, alongside exclusive artist interviews and event coverage. He previously served as Managing Editor for Jam The Hype, a premier platform for Christian hip hop and culture, and as Executive Producer of Rawk 'N Review, a radio show that spotlighted Christian rock and independent artists. Through these roles, Mike built connections with Grammy-winning talent and collaborated with influential industry figures like the late Chris Chicago. His dedication to expanding the reach of faith-centered media fuels his mission to produce engaging, spiritually enriching content for TCE readers.

Music News: Rising Alt- Pop Singer/Songwriter bodie Releases New Single “Say So”

Rising Alt- Pop Singer/Songwriter bodie Releases New Single “Say So” With Accompany Music Video Inspired By MTV’S Iconic Jackass Series Headline ‘Murder My Ego Tour’ Kicks Off May 3rd Top 10 Radio Hit “whisper and the wind” Continues Ascent Across Billboard Airplay and Mediabase Audience charts Rising alt-pop singer/songwriter bodie, known for [...]

Movie News: Experience the Supernatural and Rediscover Faith Through Eight True Stories in New Documentary

Official Trailer Released For Powerful New Documentary ‘Show Me Your Glory’ Experience the Supernatural and Rediscover Faith Through Eight True Stories Tickets on Sale Now for Nationwide Theatrical Release from Fathom Entertainment May 13, 14, 15 NASHVILLE, Tenn. and DENVER, Colo. — Abba Heart Films and Fathom Entertainment release the official trailer [...]

Music News: Wierok Entertainment Furthers Major Growth With Amplo Records Acquisition And New General Market Imprint

Wierok Entertainment Group Furthers Major Growth With Amplo Records Acquisition And New General Market Imprint NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Following the launch of WieRok Entertainment Group’s flagship label, WieRok Records, earlier this year, the Franklin, Tennessee-based company is emerging as a multi-genre recording, publishing and artist development conglomerate with its latest strategic moves—the acquisition of [...]

Streaming News: An Epic & Powerful Biblical Journey – ‘Book Of Joshua: Walls Of Jericho’ On Vod June 3

Book of Joshua: Walls of Jericho Takes Viewers on a Powerful & Epic, Biblical Journey of Faith, Courage & Triumph An Article of Faith for Jews & Christians Alike, This Old Testament Tale is Now a Beautifully Animated Feature Film for the Entire Family  Streaming on Major VOD Platforms, Beginning June 3rd [...]

Movie News: William Macy, John Corbett, Joel Courtney + More Star in New Inspirational Biopic SOUL ON FIRE Sets Release Date

Affirm Films’ ‘Soul On Fire’ Set For Fall 2025 Nationwide Theatrical Release Inspired By The True Story Of A Boy Who Defied Death Becoming A Man Inspiring Millions To Truly Live CULVER CITY, CA (April 15, 2025) – Sony Pictures Entertainment’s AFFIRM Films have dated their newest film Soul On Fire, inspired [...]

Music News: Anne Wilson Ties A Bow On The ‘REBEL’ Era With ‘REBEL (Revisited),’ Out Now

Anne Wilson Ties A Bow On The Rebel Era With Rebel (Revisited), Out Now Celebrating one year of her genre-defying album with new versions of fan favorites NASHVILLE, Tenn. – PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson marks the one-year anniversary of her genre-blending Christian country album with REBEL (Revisited), out now. [...]

Mike’s Weekly Fresh 4 (Week of April 25, 2025)

🎧 Mike’s Weekly Fresh 4 – April 26, 2025 Welcome back, family! It’s time once again to dive into the tracks that are making the biggest impact in Christian music this week. Whether you're looking for a pop anthem, heartfelt worship, bold testimony, or an emotional faith reminder—you’ll find it here in this [...]

Faith That Speaks Louder: Joel Vaughn Opens Up on New Single “Testify,” Family, and Unshakable Hope

Joel Vaughn - "Testify" Released: April 25, 2025 (Dream Records) 5/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (April 25, 2025) When you sit down to chat with someone like Joel Vaughn, you know you're in for more than just a music update. You're stepping into the heart of a [...]

Album Review: Skeleton Psalms (Deluxe Edition) by Disciple – An Amplified Testimony of Hope, Struggle, and Victory

Disciple - Skeleton Psalms (Deluxe Edition) Released: April 25, 2025 (BEC Recordings) 4.9/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (April 25, 2025) If the original release of Skeleton Psalms in 2023 was a bold declaration of faith through gritty, honest rock, then the Deluxe Edition is an even louder anthem—an [...]

Music News: Platinum®-Selling Katy Nichole Announces Sophomore Album, Honest Conversations, Releases Aug. 15

PLATINUM®-Selling Katy Nichole Announces Sophomore Album, Honest Conversations, Releases Aug. 15 Album Pre-order Plus Title Track Are Available Now  Album’s Lead Single “When I Fall” Breaks Into Radio’s Top 10 After Becoming Viral Hit Surpassing 200 Million Views on TikTok Alone  Seeing Packed Audiences on Tour, Nichole Sings Radio Hits Across 14 States [...]

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