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Adventist Music

Adventist Music

by Kahn Ellmers

Music Religion & Spirituality

Season 5

AI Music Production & The Future of Christian Music with Emmanuel Higgins

Emmanuel Higgins has created over 14,000 AI-generated songs. He's published 125 of them. And he'll tell you straight up — real artists are getting pushed off the shelf. In this episode, Emmanuel shares the story behind Advent AI, a platform built on Ellen White and Adventist pioneer writings, and why he believes AI is the most powerful tool available to Christian musicians right now — whether we're ready for it or not. Stick around until the end, where Emmanuel and I go head-to-head on whether AI and organic music production can actually coexist, and he's offering a free pro subscription to Advent AI exclusively for our listeners. We'd love to hear from you! Do you think AI has a place in Adventist music ministry? 🎵 Explore the Advent AI Music Platform: https://adventai.app/music 🎙️ Connect with Emmanuel: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emanhig/ 🏕️ Learn more about Eastwood Music Camp: https://mus.camp/ ❤️ Support Adventist Music by subscribing, sharing or giving a donation! https://buymeacoffee.com/adventistmusic

"Life Takes Time" & The Healing Power of Music — Lengwe

Lengwe is a doctor from Zambia. She wrote "Life Takes Time" during the pressure of her final year of medical school. She kept it to herself for three years before she finally recorded it, often heading straight to the studio after 24-hour hospital shifts. In this episode, she shares the story behind the song, and why she believes music is one of the most underrated healing tools we have, backed by science and scripture. Stick around until the end, where Lengwe shares what musicians can practically do to bring music therapy into their communities, no big stage required. We'd love to hear from you! Have you ever experienced healing through music? 🎵 Stream "Life Takes Time" on Spotify, Apple Music & all major platforms 🎙️ Connect with Lengwe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lengwe_music TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lengwe_music Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lengwemusic YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCiTyq8H_dZ8X2-SoV_7YneQ ❤️ Support Adventist Music by subscribing, sharing or giving a donation! https://buymeacoffee.com/adventistmusic

Simple Tips to Transform Your Church's Sound — Andrew Camagay

Andrew is a classical violinist and self-taught audio engineer from Bangkok — and he's on a mission to help Adventist churches sound their best. In this episode, he walks us through a real church sound crisis he had to fix in under 48 hours, and shares why having great equipment is only half the battle. Stick around until the end, where Andrew breaks down the steps you can take this week to dramatically improve your church's sound — no expensive upgrades required. We'd love to hear from you — what's the biggest sound challenge in your church? 🎙️ Connect with Andrew: @andrewcmgy 🎙️ Church Audio Asia: @churchaudioasia ❤️ Support Adventist Music by subscribing, sharing or giving a donation! https://buymeacoffee.com/adventistmusic

"Be Still" & Leading a Church Music Department - Michelle Alonzo

There is a BIG difference between playing music and leading a congregation to worship. In this episode, Michelle Alonzo shares the story behind her song "Be Still". It was written during COVID while navigating a deeply personal journey through miscarriage and infertility. She opens up and shares what it means to hold onto faith in the storm. But Michelle also gave advice about running a music department. This episode is a field guide for any worship leader trying to do more with less. We're so glad you're here! Let us know in the comments: What is the biggest challenge you face when leading music in your local church? 🎧 Stream "Be Still" on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellealonso Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/michellealonso YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michellealonsomusic Website: www.michellealonso.com ❤️ Support Adventist Music by subscribing and sharing!

Free Studio & Opportunities for Adventist Musicians - Manna House Studio

It's a really good time to be a musician in the Seventh-day Adventist Church right now! In this episode, UK-based couple Tino and Natalie share the remarkable story of how they turned a garage into a fully free recording studio for Christian musicians — and how a message on radical generosity changed the direction of their ministry. But this episode is more than that. Tino and Natalie break down opportunities available to Adventist musicians right now — from local church networks and conference events, to platforms, podcasts, and the unique advantage of a global church family that welcomes you wherever you go. I'm so glad you're here! Let me know in the comments: What has been the biggest opportunity or barrier you've faced as an Adventist musician? 🎧 Follow Manna House Studio Podcast and support their ministry 🏠 Want to record in the UK? Reach out to Tino and Natalie directly youtube.com/@MannaHouseStudio Instagram.com/mannahousestudio open.spotify.com/show/6yY1ayII49M6v14oGMq3nb tiktok.com/@manna.house.studi?_r=1&_t=ZN-957tcxNFVKM ❤️ Support Adventist Music by subscribing and sharing!

"May This Storm": How A Better Covenant Turned Loss into a Full-Time Music Ministry

There is a massive difference between being a good musician and actually making a living doing music. In this episode, husband-and-wife duo Darby and Andrew Schultz (A Better Covenant) reveal how they survived losing their jobs and concert bookings as newlyweds during the pandemic. They share the beautiful story behind their acoustic anthem, "May This Storm," and explain how they pivoted to build a DIY home studio. From the necessity of taking music business classes to the spiritual discipline of handling rejection when booking tours, this episode is a blueprint for making music ministry sustainable. We’re so glad you’re here! Let us know in the comments: What is the biggest challenge you face when trying to book gigs or share your music? 🎧 Stream "May This Storm" on all platforms and visit their website: abettercovenantband.com ❤️ Support Adventist Music by subscribing and sharing!

"All Things Work" & Learning Orchestration with Austin Harris

In this episode, we meet Austin Harris to explore his song "All Things Work," a powerful anthem based on Romans 8:28. Austin shares his background as a classically trained vocalist and pianist with a love for Jazz. He gives honest advice on the challenges of self-producing an album—from dealing with background noise to mastering tracks alone—and encourages listeners to explore the world of music composition with the right tools and a heart for God's glory. We're so glad you're here! Let us know what composition software you use in the comments on our Instagram. You can find Austin's music on all major streaming platforms. Tune in next month for a brand new episode of Adventist Music.

Sivasa Laupati - "Hold On", and Artist Communication Tips

In this episode, we meet Sivasa Laupati to explore the story behind his song, "Hold On." Sivasa opens up about the personal grief that launched his songwriting journey and the mental health challenges he has faced along the way. He challenges musicians to "listen to God" above the noise of the industry and offers a powerful reminder that our creative gifts are essential for spiritual warfare. We're so glad you're here! Let us know what you thought of Sivasa's advice in the comments. You can find Sivasa's music on all major streaming platforms and his art at sivasalaupati.com. Tune in next month for a brand new episode of Adventist Music. This episode was brought to you by Blue Vineyard and produced by Kahn Ellmers.

Jalen Thomas on Artist Management, Mentorship, and "Faithful One"

Many independent artists try to do it all alone, but Jalen Thomas took a different path. In this episode, Jalen discusses the crucial role of artist development and management in launching his career. He shares how the team at Apex helped him professionalize his brand just as he was ready to give up. We also dive into the creation of his single "Faithful One," a song that proves that when we surrender our plans to God, He brings the right resources at the right time. Thank you for listening to Adventist Music! If you're an artist looking for direction, this episode is for you. Support Jalen by streaming "Faithful One" and following his journey on social media. Do you know someone going through a "low point" like Jalen was? Send them this episode. His testimony about finding gratitude in the small things might be exactly what they need to hear. Don't miss the next episode of Adventist Music! This episode was brought to you by Blue Vineyard Audio, and produced by Kahn Ellmers.

How to Produce a Christmas Album, with Luis La Porte

Ever wondered what it takes to produce a full Christmas album? Luis La Porte pulls back the curtain in this practical episode. He discusses the 18-month journey of creating Born is the King, from selecting songs and hiring jazz bands to the intense schedule of filming eight music videos in one day. Luis shares valuable advice for aspiring artists on planning ahead, stepping out of your comfort zone musically, and the importance of trusting your producers. We hope this episode inspires your own creative projects! Let us know your biggest takeaway on our social media. Support Luis La Porte's ministry by purchasing his new album and streaming "Go Tell It On The Mountain" on your favorite platform. Don't miss the next episode of Adventist Music! This episode was brought to you by Blue Vineyard Audio. Support the mission of Adventist Music. If you enjoyed this festive episode, consider giving via our Buy Me a Coffee link. It helps us keep sharing these powerful stories all year round.

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