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, and artist development for faith-driven creatives. Through KIG, Mike leads strategic campaigns, develops press and media initiatives, oversees publishing admin services, and equips artists with tools to expand their reach and impact within both Christian and mainstream spaces. He brings a wealth of experience to his reviews of Christian music, films, TV, streaming media, and books, alongside exclusive artist interviews and event coverage. Mike 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, and media strategies.

Music News: The Spark collaborates with Jen Ledger and Korey Cooper for the responsive worship song “With Arms Outstretched”

The Spark collaborates with Jen Ledger and Korey Cooper for the responsive worship song “With Arms Outstretched” The song, which has already seen use in the local church, is available for streaming now. The Spark has released a powerful worship song of response in “With Arms Outstretched,” a track featuring Jen Ledger [...]

Music News: Breakout Artist Seph Schlueter Announces Debut Album “Counting My Blessings”

Breakout Singer/Songwriter Seph Schlueter Announces Debut Album Counting My Blessings, Releasing July 11 With Provident Entertainment  New Single “Won’t Start Now” Available Everywhere Now NASHVILLE, TN (May 22, 2025) — Building off the massive success of the certified Gold international hit song “Counting My Blessings,”  breakout worship leader and singer/songwriter Seph Schlueter has [...]

Music News: Presence Music Band New Song/Video “Where Would I Be” Out Now

New Single "Where Would I Be" From Presence Music Band Out Now Band Debuts New Music Video, Upcoming Tour Partnerships, And A Packed Summer Schedule Duluth, MN – Presence Music Band is back with a vibrant new single, "Where Would I Be," now available through NRT Music. Written by Leah and Brandon [...]

Music News: Anya Lee Drops Uplifting Summer Anthem “God Made It” Featuring Greg “Gregatron” Williams – A Joyful Urban Gospel Celebration Of Psalm 118:2

Anya Lee Drops Uplifting Summer Anthem “God Made It” Featuring Greg “Gregatron” Williams – A Joyful Urban Gospel Celebration Of Psalm 118:2 Grand Rapids, MI – May 16, 2025 – Anya Lee is set to light up the summer with her newest single, "God Made It," releasing on Friday, May 16, 2025, [...]

Music News: Matt Crocker Of Hillsong United Releases First-Ever Solo Project

Matt Crocker Of Hillsong United Releases First-Ever Solo Project With “hallelujah” and “love me as i am” Writer of Multi-Platinum Worship Anthems “Oceans,” “This I Believe (The Creed),” and “I Surrender” Partners with Anotherland on Debut Solo Record Nashville, TN. — Matt Crocker, the longstanding member and vocalist of Hillsong UNITED and Hillsong Worship, announces his [...]

Tour Review: Forrest Frank’s “Child of God” Tour Finale at Yuengling Center – A Night of Worship, Wonder & Wild Praise

Forrest Frank Presents Child Of God Tour Part II (with Elevation Rhythm)  Yuengling Center, Tampa, FL - May 17, 2025 5/5 On the evening of Saturday, May 17, Forrest Frank brought the final stop of his Child of God Tour to the sold-out Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida—and I’m still [...]

Review & Conversation Recap: Hope Harding’s “Healing” Is a Raw and Timely Cry for Hope

Hope Harding - "Healing" Released: May 9, 2025 (Pure Mosaic Services) 4.7/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (May 16, 2025) In an era where faith and mental health are finally sharing the same conversation space, Hope Harding’s new single “Healing” lands with a poignant and powerful resonance. This track [...]

Tour Review: Murder My Ego Tour – Tampa Stop with Bodie & Gracie Binion

Bodie’s Murder My Ego Tour (with support from Gracie Binion)  Crowbar Ybor City, Tampa, FL - May 13, 2025 4.9/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (May 15, 2025) Lately, I've found myself discovering incredible new music in some unexpected places—especially thanks to Spotify’s recommendations and their DJ X feature. It’s introduced me [...]

Music News: Matthew West Presents Contender For Wedding Song Of The Summer With “Growing Up & Growing Old,” Out Now

Matthew West Presents Contender For Wedding Song Of The Summer With “Growing Up & Growing Old,” Out Now Christian radio single “Unashamed” nears Top 5 on the Billboard and Mediabase charts NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Five-time GRAMMY-nominated Christian artist and songwriter Matthew West releases an ode to his wife with “Growing Up & Growing Old,” available everywhere now. Written by West and [...]

Kingdom Impact Group Launches: A Christ-Centered PR & Media Firm

Kingdom Impact Group Launches: A Christ-Centered PR & Media Firm Impacting Culture Through Kingdom Excellence ORLANDO, FL (May 13, 2025) — A new chapter in Christian media and artist development begins with the official launch of Kingdom Impact Group, a Christ-centered public relations and artist services firm founded by industry leader Mike Laxton. With a mission to “Impact [...]

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