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, and as the Founder & CEO of Kingdom Impact Group, LLC—a creative services collective specializing in PR, media, radio promotion, artist development, publishing administration, merchandise solutions, and booking management for faith-driven creatives. Through KIG, Mike leads strategic campaigns, develops press and media initiatives, and equips artists with tools to expand their reach and impact within both Christian and mainstream spaces. In addition to his work with KIG, Mike hosts The Artist Spotlight on Clear Hits Radio, a long-form audio series featuring in-depth interviews and music from Christian hip-hop, urban praise, and gospel R&B artists. Each episode blends personal stories with fully licensed music, giving listeners an immersive experience that highlights both the artist’s journey and creative work, helping amplify voices in Christian music and connect artists with a growing audience. 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, he has built connections with Grammy-winning talent and collaborated with influential industry leaders like the late Chris Chicago. His dedication to expanding the influence of faith-centered media fuels his mission to create engaging, spiritually enriching content and to help artists thrive through innovative PR, publishing, merchandising, booking, and media strategies.

Music News: Lecrae Announces First Studio Album in Three Years

Lecrae Announces First Studio Album In Three Years Reconstruction Due August 22nd Via Reach Records Featuring T.I., Killer Mike, Jon Bellion, Fridayy, Madison Ryann Ward, Torey D’Shaun & More Pre-Save/Order Here Shares New Single “Bless You” Featuring Torey D’Shaun – Listen Here [Los Angeles, CA – July 25, 2025] — 4X GRAMMY® [...]

Music News: Two-Time GRAMMY® Award Winner Zach Williams Announces New Album Release ‘Jeus Loves’

Zach Williams Announces New Album Release Jesus Loves Two-Time GRAMMY® Award Winner Delivers His Most Personal Album September 19, Featuring Chart-Climbing Single NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 25, 2025) – Two-time GRAMMY® award-winning artist Zach Williams returns with the brand new, full-length album Jesus Loves, his most personal and powerful project to date. Set [...]

Music News: MercyMe’s “Oh Death” Hits No. 1 Ahead Of ‘Wonder & Awe’ Album Release Coming August 8, 2025

MercyMe's "Oh Death" Hits No. 1 Ahead Of Wonder & Awe Album Release Coming August 8, 2025 Nashville, Tenn. (June 22, 2025) — 10x platinum band MercyMe has garnered their 51st multi-format No. 1 song with "Oh Death" topping the Mediabase Christian AC chart after previously hitting the top spot on the Mediabase Christian AC Activator [...]

Music News: Wierok Entertainment Group Names Holly Salazar Head Of Publishing And Rights Management

Wierok Entertainment Group Names Holly Salazar Head Of Publishing And Rights Management NASHVILLE, Tenn.—WieRok Entertainment Group announces the appointment of Holly Salazar to head of publishing and rights management, overseeing the company’s catalog across its label imprints: WieRok Records, Amplo Records, Wie3 Records, and WieRise Music. Salazar will lead WieRok’s newly centralized [...]

Music News: Anne Wilson Writes Her Next Chapter With ‘God Story’ EP, Out Aug. 1

Anne Wilson Writes Her Next Chapter With God Story EP, Out Aug. 1 Wilson joins Morgan Wallen's stadium tour for a two-weekend run beginning this Friday NASHVILLE, Tenn. – PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson continues to share her message of hope and healing with the announcement of her new four-song [...]

New Music: Influence Music Drops Second Single For Eighth Live Album

Influence Music Releases Second Single “How You Do It” And Music Video Ahead Of Eighth Live Album This Track Blends Congregational Worship With Pop Sensibility To Make Powerful Worship Moment ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif. — Influence Music has released their second single, “How You Do It,” accompanied by a music video, ahead of [...]

Music News: Phil Wickham Announces New Album Coming in September

Three-Time RIAA Platinum Artist Phil Wickham Announces Upcoming Album, Song Of The Saints, With Release Of Title Track NASHVILLE, TENN. (JULY 15, 2025) GRAMMY®-nominated modern worship artist Phil Wickham has released the title track to his upcoming album, Songs Of The Saints. Co-written with Pastor Steven Furtick, this anthem is a declaration of faith [...]

Concert Review: Jeremy Rosado’s ‘The Waiting Room’ Album Release Concert Was a Night to Remember

Jeremy Rosado - The Waiting Room Album Release Concert Twelve Church, Port Richey, FL - July 13, 2025 This past Sunday night marked something incredibly special for Jeremy Rosado — a sold-out celebration of his brand-new project, The Waiting Room, and his debut release with Capitol Christian Music Group. Held at Twelve Church in [...]

Movie News: Official Trailer for New Film Starring William H. Macy, John Corbett, Joel Courtney and More – ‘SOUL ON FIRE’

Affirm Films Debuts Official Trailer And Poster Art For New Film Soul On Fire Based On The Incredible True Story Starring Joel Courtney, John Corbett, Stephanie Szostak, Masey McLain, with DeVon Franklin, and William H. Macy Exclusively In Theaters Nationwide October 10, 2025 CULVER CITY, CA - Sony Pictures Entertainment’s AFFIRM Films has [...]

Album Review: Jeremy Rosado’s ‘The Waiting Room:’ A Testimony of Trust, Timing, and Transformation

Jeremy Rosado - The Waiting Room Released: July 11, 2025 (Capitol Christian Music Group) Written by: Mike Laxton (July 11, 2025) I first connected with Jeremy Rosado shortly after his American Idol journey—long before The Voice spotlighted his undeniable talent even more. Back then, I was supporting an independent label and [...]

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