I am so thankful for this moment. This show almost ended without warning in 2014, but it's an entirely different feeling to end this chapter on our own terms. And there are all the things we are looking forward to in our future chapters of ministry.  Plus amazing people who brought us to where we are today:  my family, our financial supporters, the Board of Directors, the artist community, our volunteers & interns, and our recent …Read More »
Episode Artists:
K. S. Rhoads, Melanie Penn, Andrew Peterson, Michael Gungor Band, Eric Peters, Julie Lee, Mark Mathis, The Vespers, Seabird, Satellite Soul

Here's a bit of behind-the-scenes scoop on this episode.  I actually conducted this interview with The Vespers back in 2012, and for various reasons never got a chance to play this section where they picked out the music.  We originally had planned to have an interview with Eric Peters on this week's show, but his album release was delayed until June, so we will be airing that interview special on June 10.  After going through …Read More »
Episode Artists:
The Vespers, John Mark McMillan, Josh Garrels, Bellarive, Rend Collective, Mike Farris, Buddy Miller, Gungor, Marc Scibilia, Morgan Cryar, Jon Foreman

This last July 1-5, UTR put on the gourmet music event of the summer, Escape To The Lake 2015.  It was a career-highlight experience for me, and I am especially moved to hear how many artists and attendees are still buzzing about what took place.  While it's difficult to encapsulate it all, we want to at least present a taste of the experience, especially for folks who couldn't be there in person.  So this week's episode shares …Read More »
Episode Artists:
Joy Ike, Nick Flora, Mercy Child, Skye & Livi, Zach Pietrini, SHEL, Christopher Williams, The Vespers, Chris & Jenna, Ginny Owens, Jessi McNeal

There's an "Escape To The Lake" theme woven into the fabric of this episode.  This interview with Justin was actually recorded in a quiet corner at last year's ETTL.  Since he's coming back again this year, we are using the opportunity to share some of the music of other artists who will be at ETTL 2015.  Plus Justin is a great guy to talk to - funny, insightful, and willing to shoot straight.  And it's …Read More »
Episode Artists:
The Vespers, Justin McRoberts, Ginny Owens, Greg Adkins, Justin McRoberts, Joy Ike, Jenny & Tyler, Justin McRoberts, SHEL, Justin McRoberts

You listeners always seem to do a terrific job when called upon to pick the music.  This episode is no exception.  One of my favorite aspects is when we find out about new talent that we weren't aware of.  I'm excited that there are FOUR first time debut artists on UTR this week.  Plus you can't go wrong with some of our all-time favorite artists, like Josh Garrels, The Vespers, Andrew Osenga, and Jason Gray. …Read More »
Episode Artists:
Steve Moakler, Jason Gray, Andrew Osenga, Liz Vice, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Future of Forestry, Luke Dowler, Josh Garrels, Adam Wedd, The Vespers, Layton Howerton

We haven't been able to play any listener requests on UTR since May, so we decided to fill up a bonus podcast edition of the program full of more listener suggestions.  I always love getting introduced to new artists and new music by our listeners, and half of the ten songs on this (commercial free) show are making their UTR debuts - including Sharlene Olson, Bradford Loomis, Jason Morant, Universal Royalty, and Matt Auten.  (Dave)
Episode Artists:
Bradford Loomis, Sleeping At Last, Switchfoot, Brady Toops, The Vespers, Jason Harrod, Universal Royalty, Matt Auten, Jason Morant, Sharlene Olson

Episode Artists:
Son of Laughter, Rend Collective Experiment, Eric Peters, Strahan, Deas Vail, The Autumn Film, The Choir, Caleb Carruth, Ben Shive, Vanita Joines, Giants & Pilgrims, Chris Haines, The Vespers

Episode Artists:
Nick Flora, Jill Phillips, The Vespers, Jon Troast, Andy Gullahorn, The Farewell Drifters, More Than Rubies, Randy Stonehill, Eric Peters, Tim Coons, Matthew Clark

Episode Artists:
Bebo Norman, Eric Peters, Matthew Perryman Jones, Rend Collective Experiment, Jenny & Tyler, The Followers, Cindy Morgan, The Vespers, Audrey Assad, Charlie Peacock, Andrew Osenga, Andrew Peterson

Episode Artists:
Future of Forestry, Caedmon's Call, The Vespers, Arthur Alligood, Rend Collective Experiment, Julie Lee, Jeremy Casella, Brooke Fraser, Jon Troast, Katie Herzig, Daniel Bashta

Episode Artists:
Justin McRoberts, Ridgely, Eric Peters, The Vespers, Eric Peters, Andrew Osenga, Eric Peters, Waterdeep, Bread of Stone, Eric Peters, Jenny & Tyler, Eric Peters, Jason Gray, Eric Peters

Episode Artists:
The Followers, The Vespers, Andrew Peterson, Audrey Assad, Sara Watkins, Ben Rosenbush & The Brighton, Mukala, Sixpence None the Richer, The Brilliance, Hannah Miller, Andrew Osenga

Episode Artists:
Bebo Norman, Eric Peters, Matthew Perryman Jones, Rend Collective Experiment, Jenny & Tyler, The Followers, Cindy Morgan, The Vespers, Audrey Assad, Charlie Peacock, Andrew Osenga, Andrew Peterson

Episode Artists:
The Farewell Drifters, The Vespers, Melody Olson, Andrew Peterson, Josh Garrels, Jenny & Tyler, Melanie Penn, Randall Goodgame, Bread of Stone, Julie Lee, The Lost Dogs, Eric Peters

Episode Artists:
Phil Madeira, The Choir, Eric Peters, Andrew Greer, Rosie Thomas, Audrey Assad, The Followers, The Vespers, David Crowder Band, Julie Lee & The Baby Daddies, Imagine This, Sarah Macintosh, Jenny & Tyler

Episode Artists:
Dewveall, The Vespers, The Vespers, Andrew Osenga, The Vespers, Jillian Edwards, The Vespers, PFR, Tim Coons, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, The Vespers

Episode Artists:
William Fitzsimmons, The Vespers, Audrey Assad, Caleb, Ben Shive, Johnny Cash, Christy Nockels, Tyrone Wells, Josh Garrels, David Wilcox, Over the Rhine, My Epic

Episode Artists:
The Vespers, Jenny & Tyler, Jenny & Tyler, Eric Peters, Jenny & Tyler, Laura Gibson, Jenny & Tyler, Needtobreathe, Waterdeep, Geoff Moore & The Distance, Jenny & Tylers