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.

Music News: Anne Wilson Celebrates 2 Billion Streams And Stadium Success Following ‘God Story’ EP Release

Anne Wilson Celebrates 2 Billion Streams And Stadium Success Following God Story EP Release Wilson surprised with new hardware during final weekend of Morgan Wallen's stadium tour Four-song EP God Story out now Earns GMA Dove Award nomination for Long Form Music Video of the Year NASHVILLE, Tenn. – PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and [...]

Music News: Fair Trade Artists Make Chart Topping History

Fair Trade Artists Make Chart-Topping History NASHVILLE, TENN. - Artists from Fair Trade Services made CCM radio history this week, becoming the first trio of labelmates to occupy the #1, #2, and #3 positions at the same time on the Mediabase Christian AC radio chart For the week of August 3rd,  “What An Awesome God” by Phil Wickham secured the No. 1 position, with “Oh [...]

Music News: Colton Dixon Announces Fall Tour & Debut Fragrance, Desert Rain

Colton Dixon Announces Ignite Fall Tour Alongside Danny Gokey And Mac Powell Dixon also launches debut fragrance, Desert Rain, with DayThree Fragrances NASHVILLLE, TN - Award-winning, GOLD-selling artist COLTON DIXON has announced his fall tour plans and will be joining Danny Gokey, Mac Powell and Ryan Ellis on the IGNITE tour hitting [...]

New Song: Forrest Frank’s “Lemonade” Collab With The Figs Hits No. 1

Forrest Frank Releases "Lemonade" Collab With The Figs, Reaching No. 1 On iTunes Overall Genre And Christian Songs Charts Track follows "GOD'S GOT MY BACK," which accumulated 2M worldwide streams in one week  Frank receives seven nominations for 56th annual GMA Dove Awards alongside two new RIAA gold certifications NASHVILLE, TN - GRAMMY-nominated, award-winning artist [...]

Music News: CCM Magazine Relaunches with Christian Music Icon Steven Curtis Chapman Cover Reveal

CCM Magazine Relaunches with Christian Music Icon Steven Curtis Chapman Cover Reveal (NASHVILLE, TN) — Newly relaunched CCM Magazine is proud to announce the first new cover story in years, featuring Christian music icon Steven Curtis Chapman. CCM Magazine, the preeminent voice of the Christian music scene, is back and reimagined under [...]

Music News: New Album from Platinum Selling Artist Katy Nichole Out 8/15

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 [...]

Music News: LYNYRD SKYNYRD Releases “Saturday Night Special” Featuring Marcus King – Live at The Ryman

LYNYRD SKYNYRD Releases “Saturday Night Special” Featuring Marcus King - Live at The Ryman In addition to a new live album and DVD recorded at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium, the legendary band kicks off their North American tour (NASHVILLE, TN) — Southern rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd has just released the music video for [...]

New Music: Colton Dixon’s “The Love I Have For You” Available Now

Colton Dixon's "The Love I Have For You" Available Now Early adds from K-LOVE, WayFM and more bolster single right out of the gate Track follows Back-to-Back Hits Including the RIAA Gold-Certified "Build A Boat," and singles "UP + UP," "My Light" and "Miracles" Nashville, TN....July 29, 2025 -  Award-winning, RIAA certified [...]

Tour News: Lecrae Announces 2025 Reconstruction World Tour

Lecrae Announces 2025 Reconstruction World Tour Tickets Now At Lecrae.Com/Tour Tenth Studio Album Reconstruction Due August 22nd Via Reach Records Los Angeles, CA — 4X GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, author, actor and activist Lecrae has formally announced his headlining tour, ‘Reconstruction World Tour,’ on the heels of unveiling the release date for his tenth [...]

New Music: Blake Whiteley Faces The Storm On New Single

Blake Whiteley Faces The Storm With Faith In "Devil Is A Lie" - Available Now From NRT Music Indianapolis, IN – July 31, 2025 – Christian hip-hop artist Blake Whiteley returns with a bold, faith-filled anthem titled “devil is a lie,” releasing July 31 from NRT Music. The powerful new single is [...]

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