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: Lacey Sturm & Brian Head Welch release official video for a Korn/Flyleaf mashup performance

Lacey Sturm & Brian Head Welch release official video for a Korn/Flyleaf mashup performance Lacey Sturm has released a live performance video of her and Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch performing a mashup of Korn’s “Blind” and Flyleaf’s “I’m So Sick.” The performance also features Tommy Green of HolyName and Trevor Tyson of [...]

Mike’s Weekly Fresh 4: Songs of Surrender, Redemption & Resurrection (Week of April 4)

Welcome to this week’s edition of Mike’s Weekly Fresh 4—your go-to spot for new Christian music that’s moved me, challenged me, or simply stayed on repeat throughout the week. These are new singles (and sometimes albums) that dropped today or earlier this week, and I believe they’re worth your time and attention. Whether [...]

Music News: Presence Music Group Drops New Single Friday, April 4

Presence Music Band Releases Powerful New Single, "Refining Me," On Friday, April 4, 2025 The Worshipful Ballad Is A Soul-Stirring Reflection On Trust And Worship Duluth, MN – Presence Music Band, the dynamic pop worship group from Duluth, MN, will release their latest single, "Refining Me," on Friday, April 4. The beautiful [...]

Music News: Anne Wilson Releases ‘Apple Music Nashville Sessions’ EP

Anne Wilson Releases Apple Music Nashville Sessions Ep Four-song EP available now on Apple Music featuring collaboration with Gabby Barrett Christian single “The Cross” nears top 10 across Christian radio charts Wilson wraps 38-stop WINTER JAM 2025 with sold-out show at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena NASHVILLE, Tenn. – PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter [...]

Music News: The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music Set To Open Labor Day Weekend

The Museum Of Christian & Gospel Music Set To Open Labor Day Weekend In Nashville Experience The Powerful Stories Of The Artists You Love Advance Tickets And Memberships Are Now Available For Purchase NASHVILLE, TENN. — Get ready to follow the music deep to its heart! This Labor Day weekend, a dream decades [...]

Music News: Air1 Worship Now Tour Fall 2025 Lineup Announced

Air1 Worship Now Tour Announces Fall 2025 Lineup And Ticket Sale Date NASHVILLE, TENN. (MARCH 28, 2025) Air1, in partnership with TPR., is thrilled to announce the Worship Now Tour coming to 12 cities this fall with an incredible lineup including Phil Wickham, Charity Gayle, Josh Baldwin, and Benjamin William Hastings. Pre-sale tickets are [...]

Music News: Red Rocks Worship Releases New Live Album

Red Rocks Worship Releases New Album - The King Is Coming NASHVILLE, TENN. – Denver-based worship group Red Rocks Worship has released a brand new live album, The King Is Coming, available today. To celebrate today's release, the group is also debuting the live video of the new song "Up To Something." Listen to The King Is Coming [...]

Phil Stacey & McKayla Stacey Share the Heartfelt Story Behind “More Like Him”

Phil & McKayla Stacey - "More Like Him" Released: February 18, 2025 (Missions Coalition Music Group) 4.8/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (04/02/2025) In a recent conversation on Kingdom Builder with host Jay Heilman, Phil Stacey opened up about his latest collaboration with his daughter, McKayla Stacey, on [...]

Music News: April Marks First Annual Christian Music Month

April Marks First Annual Christian Music Month Industry Joins Together To Shine Spotlight On Christian and Gospel Music Leading Up To Easter The Recording Academy + Gospel Music Association Launches Christian Music Month Focused ‘Positive Vibes Only’ Performances NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 1, 2025) - Gospel Music Association (GMA) is proud to announce that [...]

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