About Mike Laxton

Mike is a seasoned media professional and passionate advocate for faith-based entertainment. He serves as Founder & CEO of Kingdom Impact Group, LLC (KIG), a purpose-driven PR and artist services firm dedicated to equipping Christian creatives through public relations, radio promotion, publishing administration, and strategic messaging rooted in the Gospel. In addition to leading Kingdom Impact Group, Mike serves as Host of Kingdom Builder, where he leads in-depth conversations with artists, creatives, and ministry leaders across Christian music and media. He also serves as a Contributing Editor for Today’s Christian Entertainment (TCE), providing reviews, interviews, and feature content covering Christian music, film, television, streaming media, and books. Through these platforms, he helps amplify Gospel-centered voices while creating meaningful, culture-shaping conversations. Mike also hosts The Artist Spotlight, produced in partnership with Clear Hits Radio—an online platform specializing in Christian rap, Christian hip hop, and urban praise. The show features long-form interviews and licensed music, highlighting both established and emerging voices within faith-driven urban music culture. Previously, Mike served as Managing Editor for Jam The Hype, a leading Christian hip hop platform, and as Executive Producer of Rawk ’N Review, a radio program spotlighting Christian rock and independent artists. With over a decade of experience in Christian media, he remains committed to building Kingdom impact through strategic storytelling, authentic relationships, and excellence in execution.

New Music: Phoenix Miracle Releases New Album “Authentic Christianity”

PHOENIX MIRACLE RELEASES NEW ALBUM “AUTHENTIC CHRISTIANITY,” SENDING “DESPERATE” FEATURING KE’ERRON TO CHRISTIAN RADIO The 10-track project delivers a hope-filled collection of songs centered on worship, repentance, surrender, spiritual growth and dependence on God HOUSTON — Phoenix Miracle has released her new album, “Authentic Christianity,” through Grown And Saved, offering a 10-track [...]

New Music: Aaron Cole Flips Usher Classic into Viral Gospel Moment-“usher in the spirit” out now!

AARON COLE FLIPS USHER CLASSIC INTO VIRAL GOSPEL MOMENT—“USHER IN THE SPIRIT” OUT NOW Nashville, TN (May 1, 2026) - Award-winning singer, rapper, songwriter Aaron Cole has dropped the highly anticipated new single “usher in the spirit” along with the music video, available now.  Aaron created a mashup of beloved worship song “Revelation [...]

New Music: Johnny B and Fresh Wine Music Release New Worship Single “The Reason I’m Free”

Johnny B and Fresh Wine Music Release New Worship Single “The Reason I’m Free” Fresh Wine Records COO and rising CCM worship artist Johnny B releases his powerful new single, “The Reason I’m Free,” a bold declaration of the freedom found in Christ and a reflection of his heart for authentic, Spirit-led [...]

New Music: Bailey Thompson Unveils Reflective Worship With “Threshing Floor”

BAILEY THOMPSON STEPS INTO REFLECTIVE WORSHIP WITH NEW SINGLE “THRESHING FLOOR” NEW SONG MARKS A SPIRITUAL SHIFT FROM HONEST POP INTO REVERENT, SCRIPTURE-INSPIRED WORSHIP Myrtle Beach, SC – April 24, 2026 – Bailey Thompson unveils her newest single, "Threshing Floor," a deeply personal and spiritually rich release that marks a clear pivot [...]

New Music: Grammy-Nominated Hitmaker TENROC Releases “Call My Name (YHWH)”

TENROC'S NEW SINGLE “CALL MY NAME (YHWH)” OUT NOW FORTHCOMING DEBUT ALBUM, GOD IS A PERSON, DUE ON JULY 17 Having previously released a pair of debut singles – “PLAYLIST” and “mourning 2 dancing,” featuring Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, Tori Kelly and genre-bending hip-hop artist Jon Keith – multi-hyphenate singer, musician and producer, Tenroc, today [...]

The Sheep Detectives Review: A Clever, Heartfelt Whodunit from an Unexpected Flock

When I first heard that I would have the opportunity to screen The Sheep Detectives, I’ll admit—it wasn’t a film that was initially on my radar. But after catching the trailer and seeing Hugh Jackman attached to the project, my interest was immediately piqued. Known for his standout performance in The Greatest Showman, [...]

Music News: Kingdom Impact Group Announces Publishing Partnership with Josh Grove

KINGDOM IMPACT GROUP ANNOUNCES PUBLISHING ADMINISTRATION PARTNERSHIP WITH RISING ARTIST JOSH GROVE Strategic collaboration supports long-term growth as momentum builds around new single “New Life” KALAMAZOO, Mich. — April 22, 2026 — Kingdom Impact Group, LLC (KIG) announces a new publishing administration partnership with emerging Christian artist and songwriter Josh Grove, marking [...]

New Music: Josh Grove Releases Powerful New Single “New Life” Declaring Freedom Through Christ’s Sacrifice

JOSH GROVE RELEASES POWERFUL NEW SINGLE “NEW LIFE” DECLARING FREEDOM THROUGH CHRIST’S SACRIFICE 16-YEAR-OLD ARTIST CONTINUES RISING MOMENTUM WITH BOLD CHRISTIAN ROCK ANTHEM Kalamazoo, MI – April 17, 2026 – Josh Grove releases his latest single, “New Life,” a powerful Christian pop/rock anthem that reflects on Christ's sacrifice and the victory of [...]

New Music: The Band JAREN Releases New Song “just look at HIM”

THE BAND JAREN RELEASES NEW BOLD SINGLE "JUST LOOK AT HIM" NASHVILLE, Tenn. (APRIL 10, 2026) Rising sister rock duo The Band JAREN continues their rapid rise in the CCM scene with the release of their bold and deeply personal new single, “just look at HIM,” available everywhere today. Known for their raw [...]

New Music: NEWS! Grace Graber releases highly-anticipated ‘PUNK X PRAISE Vol 1’ collection, packed with covers that have garnered over 6 million social media views

Grace Graber releases highly-anticipated PUNK X PRAISE Vol 1 collection, packed with covers that have garnered over 6 million social media views Grace Graber’s first PUNK X PRAISE collection features punk pop takes on worship standards, as produced by Josiah Prince of Disciple FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Grace Graber has released her highly [...]

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