Episodes
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95: Randy Stonehill, PFR, Nobody's Uncle
It's important to support the independent music you love. Host Garret Godfrey will share some practical ways you can do that, including a listener challenge and highlights of active crowdfunding campaigns. - - - SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN - - - * Randy Stonehill - Welcome to Paradise deluxe re-issue *...
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94: Leem of Earth, Charlie Peacock, Ben Shive
Garret not only brings you the inside scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns and a new listener challenge, but he also has an exclusive interview with Gileah Taylor of the band Leem of Earth. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Leem of Earth - See *...
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93: Sandra McCracken, River Cryers, River & Rail
We have a new array of crowdfunding campaigns and presales to introduce you to, and our listener challenge this month is to buy a reissued album. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Sandra McCracken - God's Highway 10th Anniversary double vinyl reissue *...
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92: Poor Old Lu, Vigilantes of Love, Jae Jin
We'll help you discover some current crowdfunding campaigns in indie music... plus a listener challenge for the month. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Poor Old Lu - A Picture of the Eighth Wonder * https://8thwonder.campaignerator.com/ --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- * Vigilantes of Love - To the Roof of…
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91: Rich Mullins & Zion, Judah & the Lion, Bleach
Garret helps you learn about the latest crowdfunding music campaigns - including sharing an interview with UTR Media founder Dave Trout about the Kickstarter for Rich Mullins & Zion. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Rich Mullins & Zion - 'Behold The Man' *...
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90: Jess Ray, Rachael Thomas, Zach Winters
Stay up to date on the latest crowdfunding campaigns in the world of faith-inspired music - and a challenge on how to better support the music you love. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Jess Ray - Mama * https://jessray.bandcamp.com/album/mama *...
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89: Joe Day, Phil Madeira, Sam McCabe
This month's Good Patron Challenge is to pre-save albums... and then listen! Plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Joe Day - Wilderness * https://renewthearts.donorsupport.co/page/Joe-Day --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS --- * Phil Madeira - 2…
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Episode 88: The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers, Michael Knott, Jonathan Ogden
This month’s Good Patron Challenge is to go see live music! Plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers - Revival *...
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87: Mal V Moo, Shayla Carter, Elizabeth Boyd
It's the first Good Patron episode of 2026... and Garret not only brings you the latest scoop on current crowdfunding campaigns, but also an exclusive interview with the founder of Dropsnext. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Mal V Moo - Psalmodic *...
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86: Steve Scott, Jet Circus, Seth Davey, LOVKN
Tis the season for gifts of generosity, and this month's challenge is to consider giving the gift of music... plus Garret keeps you up to date on all the latest crowdfunding campaigns in Christian music. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Steve Scott - Moving Pictures and Closeups *...
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85: Barry & Michelle Patterson, David Benjamin Blower, Poor Bishop Hooper
Good music doesn't just happen. Get involved with a new listener challenge... plus Garret keeps you up to date on all the latest crowdfunding campaigns in Christian music. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Barry & Michelle Patterson - Flower that Blooms in the Night *...
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84: Back to Bellsburg, Stryper, The Choir
Stay up to date on all the latest crowdfunding campaigns in Christian music. Plus we have an exclusive interview with Old Bear Record's Anthony Hoisington. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Various Artists - Back to Bellsburg... The Songs of Rich Mullins *...
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83: Rachel Wilhelm, Jan Krist, Katy Martin
This month, Garret brings you the latest crowdfunding campaigns, a listener challenge, and an exclusive interview with the artist behind the spotlight campaign: Rachel Wilhelm. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Rachel Wilhelm - Hosea * https://www.unitedadoration.com/project/hosea/ --- OTHER CAMPAIGNS...
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82: Sara Groves, Jonathan Ogden, Bruce Brown
Garret brings you some of the latest crowdfunding campaigns & pre-orders so that you can support the making of the music. This month's Good Patron Challenge is to TELL the artists what their music means to you & be specific! --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Sara Groves - Conversations 25 Year...
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81: Phil Keaggy, Josiah Queen, LOVKN
It's the heart of summer, but there are some important crowdfunding campaigns happening now - and Garret gives you the rundown. This month's Good Patron Challenge is to deep dive on an album and host a music club get-together. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Phil Keaggy - Love Broke Thru deluxe...
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80: Anna Palfreeman, Gileah Taylor, PFR
If music doesn't grow on trees, how can I get involved to support the music I love? Garret Godfrey brings you several active crowdfunding campaigns to consider and a monthly Good Patron challenge. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Anna Palfreeman - Frontline *...
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79: Indelible Grace, Sower Project, Rich Tribute
This months Good Patron Challenge is to attend a Music Festival this summer if at all possible! Plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. - - - SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN - - - * Indelible Grace - Album # 8 *...
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78: The Lost Dogs, Slugs and Bugs, Constanza Herrero
This month's Good Patron Challenge is to REALLY listen to a concept album! Plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. - - - SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN - - - * The Lost Dogs - Trick of the Light * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thelostdogs/the-lost-dogs - - - OTHER...
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77: Robert Deeble, Ronnie Martin, Holy Ghost Record Club
Garret features an exclusive interview with Holy Ghost Record Club curator Hannah Herron. Plus get the deets on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Robert Deeble - The Space Between Us *...
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76: Mike Farris, Chris Taylor, Phil Madeira
This month's Good Patron Challenge is to COMMIT to being a Good Patron this year! Plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. - - - SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN - - - * Mike Farris - The Sound of Muscle Shoals * https://mikefarrismerch.com/collections/all-items - - - OTHER...
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75: KJ-52, Drew & Ellie Holcomb, Lowland Hum
Garret challenges us to say "thank you" to the artists that have blessed us. Plus he brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. - - - SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN - - - * KJ-52 - Things Are Going Great! * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kj52/things-are-going-great-deluxe-edition - - -...
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74: Vigilantes of Love, Love & The Outcome, The Pharaoh Sisters
This months Good Patron Challenge is to SHARE the music you LOVE! Plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. - - - SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN - - - * Bill Mallonee & Vigilantes of Love - Blister Soul double LP vinyl reissue *...
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73: 77s, Fielder, The Innocence Mission
Playlists are the theme of this month's Good Patron Challenge - plus Garret brings you the scoop on the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * The 77s - Seven * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/galaxy21music/the-77s-all-new-album-on-vinyl-cd-and-download --- OTHER…
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Bonus: Wild Harbors!
This short bonus episode features an exclusive UTR interview with Wild Harbors (Chris and Jenna Badeker) in support of their current Kickstarter campaign. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Wild Harbors - releasing new music, new film episodes, recording new songs!...
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72: Russ Taff, Jars of Clay, Lifesavers
As we launch into September, Garret brings you a bunch of active campaigns and preorders to consider interesting in - plus this month's 'Good Patron Challenge.' --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Russ Taff - Cover Story *...
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71: Sara Groves, Third Day, Justin Carlson
There are a lot of new crowdfunding campaigns this month, and Garret brings you the scoop - plus a new listener challenge. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Sara Groves - Add to the Beauty (20th birthday vinyl reissue) *...
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70: Starflyer 59, Poor Old Lu, Galactic Cowboys
Garret shares the value of genuinely listening to music. He also shares the latest crowdfunding campaigns, pre-orders, and an exclusive interview with UTR founder Dave Trout. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Starflyer 59 - Lust for Gold pre-order *...
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69: The Choir, Katherine Perry, Josiah Queen
This month, Garret's challenge is to support indie music by buying it on Bandcamp. Plus he has the latest in crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- The Choir - Free Flying Soul (Vinyl reissue and CD remaster)...
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68: Stephen McNeill, Daniel Wheat, Porchlight
Have you ever hosted or attended a house-show concert? It's a unique experience, and becoming a host can be really supportive to indie artists. Garret has some exclusive conversations on the topic, plus a rundown of the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Stephen McNeill -...
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67: Gileah Taylor, Riki Michele, LOVKN
We have more ways for you to move from being a fan to being a good patron of the music you love - including a rundown of several current crowdfunding campaigns. Garret also has a one-on-one interview with indie singer-songwriter LOVKN. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Gileah Taylor - Slow Parade *...
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66: Mad at the World, Charlie Peacock, Phil Madeira
Garret has a monthly challenge involving artists on Patreon... and some practical ways to get involved in current crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Mad at the World - Love and Despair https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/matw2024/mad-at-the-world-love-and-despair --- OTHER...
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65: The Call, Jon Gibson, Beach Chapel Music
Garret has a monthly challenge for you to become a good patron... and some practical ways to get involved on current crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- The Call - Lost Tapes Plus https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecallband/the-call-new-album-unreleased-tracks-remastered-lps/...
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64: Dr. Leah Payne
On this special episode, Garret has an exclusive interview with Dr. Leah Payne - co-host of the 'Rock That Doesn't Roll' podcast, and author of the upcoming book 'God Gave Rock & Roll To You.' --- CAMPAIGNS & LINKS --- * Leah's book preorder -...
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63: Larry Norman, Michael Knott, Too Bad Eugene
Garret gives a few practical ways to share music with people you know. Plus he introduces us to several crowdfunding campaigns and pre-sales active now. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Larry Norman - Live in the UK '77 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/charles-norman/larry-norman-live-in-the-uk-77...
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62: Secret Harbor, Kelsey Breedlove, Indelible Grace
How can I be involved in the creation of high-quality faith-based music? Garret shares lots of ways - including a bunch of current campaigns & pre-orders. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Secret Harbor - Another Day for the Blue *...
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61: Wally Brath, Justin Carlson, Bread & Wine Northwest
Hear all about the latest crowdfunding campaigns and Garret offers the challenge to go see live music. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- Wally Brath - Connexion A Jazz Psalter https://wallybrathmusic.bandcamp.com/album/connexion-a-jazz-psalter https://www.wallybrathmusic.com/musicstore --- OTHER…
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60: Abbey Sitterley, Mixtape Theology, Leslie Perez
We're back with our season premiere! Garret challenges the community to share the music you love and help grow the artists' fanbase. Plus he shares the latest crowdfunding campaigns. --- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --- * Abbey Sitterley - self titled...
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Bonus: Season Kickoff 2023
WE'RE BACK! This bonus podcast teases the return of UTR podcasts, playlists, and SongRx. We also share updates of things we've been working on this year. We also dig into some of the early results of our 2023 UTR Audience Survey. (Don't miss a BIG announcement at the very end of the show!)…
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59: Alternative Christian Music Documentary
In this special edition of Good Patron, we learn about the successful campaign that will help create The Alternative Christian Music Documentary. *** SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN *** * John Smeby - Alternative Christian Music documentary * https://www.gofundme.com/f/alternative-christian-music-documentary...
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58: Paul Zach, Kings Kaleidoscope, Caroline Cobb
Garret talks about the benefits of pre-saving music on streaming platforms, and also showcases the latest crowdfunding campaigns and presales. -- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN -- * Paul Zach - Four albums in 2023 * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/paulzachmusic/4-albums-in-2023 -- OTHER CAMPAIGNS -- *...
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57: Citizens, Waterdeep, Crafted Child
Garret brings you a new challenge for the month and the latest faith-music crowdfunding campaigns. -- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN -- * Citizens - (Pre-order) I Can't Find the Edges of youhttps://wearecitizens.store/products/i-cant-find-the-edges-of-you-vinyl -- OTHER CAMPAIGNS -- * Waterdeep - The Unusual...
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56: KJ52, Sheryn, Alden Brown
Garret challenges us to support artists by buying physical music, and shares the latest active crowdfunding campaigns. -- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN -- * KJ-52 - Still Standing https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kj52/still-standing-1 -- OTHER CAMPAIGNS -- * Sheryn - Songs for Rest -...
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55: Ronnie Martin, Rachel Wilhelm, Unbroken Light
Learn about the latest crowdfunding campaign and take Garret's challenge to "support the side gig." SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN: Ronnie Martin - Bells Merrily [Electronic/Synth/Christmas] (Pre-Order) https://velvetbluemusic.com/shop/ronnie-martin-bells-merrily OTHER CAMPAIGNS: Rachel Wilhelm - Mystery...
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54: Drakeford, Rebecca Beese, David Benjamin Blower
Get involved in the making of good music. Garret has the latest crowdfunding campaigns and a challenge to put your money where your ears are. ---- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN ---- * Drakeford - Wayward and Home Part 2 [Folk-Pop/Husband-Wife-Duo] (Kickstarter) *...
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53: Kevin Max, Bill Mallonee, The Trinity Project
Garret has your good patron challenge, the latest crowdfunding campaigns, and TWO exclusive artist interviews. -------- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN -------- * Kevin Max - Winter Woods [FOUR distinct projects!] (Kickstarter) closes Sept 30th * https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kevinmax/winter-woods...
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52: L.S.U., Wind and Sail, Annsbert
Garret challenges us to change our minds about how we think about crowdfunding. Plus we run down the latest faith-based campaigns. ------- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN ------ * L.S.U. - This Is the Healing (vinyl re-issue pre-order)...
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51: Eric Peters, Staci Frenes, Zach Pietrini Band
Garret helps expand our thinking about crowdfunding - plus shares the latest campaigns, including this month's spotlight artist, Eric Peters. ------ SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN ------ * Eric Peters - New EP https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ericpeters/ep-2 ------ OTHER CAMPAIGNS ------ * Staci Frenes -...
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50: Rich Mullins Tribute, Elise Massa, Alli Rogers
Garret welcomes UTR's very own Dave Trout to talk about the first week of a wild Kickstarter campaign for two Rich Mullins-related projects.... plus all the latest crowdfunding campaigns. ------- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN ------ * Rich Mullins' projects 'Bellsburg' and 'Deep Valley' *...
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49: Caedmon’s Call, Phil Keaggy, John Van Deusen
Garret gives you this month's challenge and shares the latest campaigns. --------- SPOTLIGHT CAMPAIGN --------- * Caedmon’s Call - 25th Anniversary re-recording https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/caedmonscall/help-us-celebrate-and-remake-caedmons-call -------- OTHER CAMPAIGNS ------- * John Van...
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48: Miraim Jones, Will Gaines, Destroyer of Death
Episode 48 Miraim Jones, Will Gaines, Destroyer of Death Tag: Write About Music! --------------------- Writing about music is something everyone can do and it can help you be a better patron of good art. Plus Garret has over a half dozen campaigns & preorders to consider investing in. ------...
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Good art - especially independent art - doesn't just happen. Host Garret Godfrey explores some of the best ways we all can be more supportive of faith-based independent music, including interviews and the latest crowdfunding campaigns.
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