CCM Professor is a podcast and blog that dives deep into the rich history and spiritual impact of Contemporary Christian Music from 1967 to 2001.

CCM Professor
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Podcast Overview
CCM Professor is a podcast and blog that dives deep into the rich history and spiritual impact of Contemporary Christian Music from 1967 to 2001.
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8/7/2025
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Recent Episodes

December 28, 2025
The 100 Greatest Christian Albums (#79–#73)
<p>In this episode of The CCM Professor, Greg Rice continues The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music countdown, spotlighting albums #79–#73. From Twila Paris’s reverent worship to Kirk Franklin’s groundbreaking gospel debut, this episode explores how Christian music grew deeper, bolder, and more culturally influential.</p>

November 7, 2025
#86 to #80: From Pop Prayer to Post-Punk Faith
<!-- Spotify episode description (HTML) --><p><strong>Episode 4 — #86 to #80: From Pop Prayer to Post-Punk Faith</strong></p><p>Greg Rice explores seven pivotal albums in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music: Jaci Velasquez’s bilingual pop, Delirious?’s revival rock, Lost Dogs’ literate Americana, LSU’s raw post-punk honesty, The 77s’ art-pop precision, Cindy Morgan’s piano-pop reinvention, and Jennifer Knapp’s acoustic grit. Courage, confession, and craft reshaped modern faith music.</p><p>Follow and rate ★★★★★ to keep the countdown going.</p>

October 22, 2025
Episode 3: Deep Dive — #93 to #87 in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music
<p>Welcome to Episode 3 of The CCM Professor with Greg Rice Podcast! In this episode, Greg continues the journey through The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music with seven defining releases that shaped the heart, sound, and scope of Contemporary Christian Music. From the live unity of How the West Was One to Amy Grant’s groundbreaking Age to Age, Resurrection Band’s gritty Awaiting Your Reply, and Jon Gibson’s soulful Jesus Loves Ya, these albums reveal how faith found new ways to sing through every genre.</p><p>Greg also explores Trin-i-tee 5:7’s sleek gospel debut, the bold witness of Stryper’s To Hell With the Devil, and the breathtaking grandeur of Sandi Patty’s Morning Like This. Together, these records mark a season when Christian music came of age—bold, joyful, and unashamed. Join the countdown at <strong>ccmprofessor.com</strong> for companion blog posts, playlists, and deeper dives into the stories behind each of The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music.</p>
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