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: Jon Reddick’s ‘No Fear Album’ Releases

Gotee Records’ Worship Artist Jon Reddick Releases His New Album, No Fear Reddick Receives His First No. 1 Radio Single with “No Fear” NASHVILLE, TENN. - Gotee Records’ worship artist Jon Reddick releases his highly anticipated album, NO FEAR. With the release of this new album, Reddick is celebrating his career's first [...]

Music News: Tenth Avenue North Returns with 10th Album

Tenth Avenue North Returns With Their 10th Full-Length Album Learning To Trust Is Available Now NASHVILLE, TENN. (MAY 30, 2025) Tenth Avenue North releases its tenth full-length album, Learning To Trust, an intensely personal album filled with real struggles and years of growth in song. The band features frontman and co-founder Mike [...]

Music News: Lakewood Music Releases New EP ‘Nothing Is Over’

Lakewood Music Releases New EP, Nothing Is Over Songs featuring Mitch Wong and Alexander Pappas with Lakewood Music NASHVILLE, TENN. / HOUSTON, TX. - Today, Lakewood Music releases a new EP, Nothing Is Over. The five-song EP includes “Nothing Is Over” and “Carry It Well,” featuring Mitch Wong and “Full Surrender,” featuring Alexander [...]

Music News: Integrity Music Signs British-Nigerian Artist CalledOut

Integrity Music Announces The Signing Of British-Nigerian Artist, Songwriter And Producer Calledout Music NASHVILLE, TENN. / BRIGHTON, UK - As a worldwide label that resources the church, Integrity Music is excited to share the signing of British-Nigerian artist, songwriter, and producer based in Birmingham, England, Samuel Nwachukwu, who goes by CalledOut Music. [...]

Music News: Brandon Lake Leads With Quadruple Wins At The 12th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards

Brandon Lake Leads With Quadruple Wins At The 12th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards The Chosen, Leanna Crawford, Patty Gasso, House of David, for KING & COUNTRY, Max Lucado, Matthew West, and CeCe Winans also take home trophies Exclusive TBN broadcast aired tonight and repeats June 6 at 7:30pm and 10pm ET NASHVILLE, [...]

Music News: Matthew West Takes Home Book Impact Award For “My Story, Your Glory” At The K-LOVE Fan Awards

Matthew West Takes Home Book Impact Award For "My Story, Your Glory" At The K-LOVE Fan Awards West co-hosted the award show alongside Mac Powell, Jeremy Camp and Bart Millard Co-written by West, Jon Reddick's “No Fear” reaches No. 1, marking West's 38th No. 1 as a songwriter and artist combined NASHVILLE, [...]

New Music: American Idol Alum DeWayne Crocker Jr. Releases New Single ‘You’re With Me’

American Idol Alum Dewayne Crocker Jr. Releases Inspiring New Single "You're With Me" (ATLANTA, GA) – Gospel artist and former American Idol finalist DeWayne Crocker Jr. has released the brand-new buzz worthy single, “You're With Me,” a soul-stirring anthem of faith and divine presence. Known for his powerful vocals and heartfelt performances, Crocker continues to inspire listeners [...]

Music News: Navy Veteran Justin Gambino Celebrates God’s Pursuing Love With ‘You Were Always There’

Navy Veteran Justin Gambino Celebrates God’s Pursuing Love With "You Were Always There" Singer/Songwriter’s Military Deployment Helped Inspire New Single NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Chronicling God’s pursuit of his heart in a most unexpected place—the desert of Iraq—US Navy veteran-turned-acclaimed singer/songwriter Justin Gambino bows “You Were Always There.” Produced by Walter Halliwell, who also co-penned [...]

Music News: The Strength Behind Her Surrender: Terrian Shares Her Story in New Short Film

Christian Singer-Songwriter Reveals the Strength Behind Her Surrender and How an Unwavering Faith Unlocked Her True Identity  Terrian recounts how God opened and closed doors for a greater purpose than her own in a new I Am Second White Chair film  PLANO, Texas – I Am Second, a global storytelling ministry, today [...]

Music News: “Fool For You” By V1 Worship Now Available

“Fool For You” By V1 Worship Now Available Los Angeles, CA - New York worship team V1 Worship releases “Fool For You” today on DREAM Worship.  The live track was produced by Aaron Kraniak at the V1 Church campus in Long Island, NY.  The song is available on all digital streaming and [...]

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