John Schlitt & Billy Smiley Reflect on Christian Rock’s Pioneers and Lasting Legacy
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Sep 02, 2025
Petra’s John Schlitt and White Heart’s Billy Smiley reflect on the pioneers of Christian rock—sharing memories of early influences like Love Song, Randy Matthews, Honeytree, and Phil Keaggy—while honoring the late Chuck Girard and celebrating how today’s artists are carrying the movement forward.
Many of the Jesus Music Movement pioneers will play a special Jessu Revolution concert as part of the Our Great Commission Conference in Huntsville, AL this October. Learn more at g4hope.com.
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