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.

Mike’s Weekly Fresh 4 (Week of May 2, 2025)

🎧 Mike’s Weekly Fresh 4 – May 3, 2025 Each week, I spotlight four standout Christian songs that caught my attention—whether for their message, production, vocals, or heart. It’s never an easy list to make with so much good music out there, but these four rose to the top for me this week. [...]

Saphire Shines Bright with “The Light:” A Song for the Hurting and the Healing

Saphire - "The Light" Released: May 2, 2025 (NRT Music) 5/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (May 2, 2025) There are songs that sound good. There are songs that speak truth. And then there are songs that stay with you — echoing long after the last note fades. [...]

Mental Health Awareness Month: Stories of Faith, Music, and Hope

At Kingdom Builder, we’ve always believed in the power of music, faith, and testimony to bring healing, encouragement, and connection. This May, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're launching a special series of interviews featuring new faces and perhaps some familiar friends, all sharing their personal journeys through mental health struggles—and [...]

Music News: Dante Pride Releases “Test Him Out” via TAMLA

Dante Pride Signs Exclusive Recording Deal With Legendary Tamla Records New Buzzworthy Single “Test Him Out” Available Now With Accompanying Visual (Nashville, TN) — In a move that bridges the legacy of Motown with the future of music, TAMLA is proud to announce the signing of viral Hip Hop Christian music artist Dante Pride to an exclusive recording [...]

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. [...]

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