Worship Teams
The Songwriting Process and Stewarding Your Gifts w/ Chris Davenport
Songwriter and artist Chris Davenport has written some of the biggest songs for the church, “Hymn of Heaven”, “Another In the Fire”, “His Name Is Jesus”, “Plead the Blood” and more! Chris sat down with Loop Community Founder Matt McCoy to talk about songwriting. Stewarding Your Gifts Matt: What’s it like to have written so… View Article
The Benefits of Custom In-Ear Monitors
Custom In-Ear Monitors (CIEMs) have become a game-changer in the world of audio, offering unparalleled benefits for musicians, audiophiles, and even worship teams. In this post, we’ll delve into the history and evolution of CIEMs, exploring the advantages they bring to worship teams, as well as introducing a new company, Bellos Audio, that is revolutionizing… View Article
The Worship Innovators Conference
When: October 2-3, 2023 Where: Chicago, IL The Worship Innovators Conference is not your typical worship conference. Whether you are a part of a large or small church, this two-day conference will teach you how to better implement technology and take your worship services to the next level. Discover how to become more efficient in… View Article
Christian Music Through the Years w/ Michael Tate
Michael Tate from Newsboys sat down with Loop Community Founder Matt McCoy to talk about how he got started, how Newsboys has continued releasing music since 1988 and more! How Christian Music has Changed Matt: “You’ve been a part of DC Talk and Newsboys two of the most influential Christian bands ever. What’s it like… View Article
Writing Songs on a Deeper Level w/ Jenn Johnson
Jenn Johnson from Bethel Music joined Loop Community Founder Matt McCoy to talk about Bethel’s new album Come Up Here, songwriting on a deeper level, discipling worship leaders and more! How worship and lyrics have changed the last 20 years Matt: “How have you seen worship music change over the last 20 years?” Jenn: “I… View Article
Three Reasons to Use Tracks in Worship
Have you heard about using multitracks at your church, but aren’t sure if it’s right for you? Whether you are a large or small church, using tracks can help your worship team. Here are three reasons to consider using tracks at your church: 1. Replace missing musiciansIf you are leading worship by yourself, or with just a… View Article
Tips for Cowriting and Recording “Lamb of God” w/ Matt Redman
Matt Redman joined Matt McCoy to talk about worship leading, songwriting and his new album Lamb of God. Recording Lamb of God McCoy: “Can you tell us about your new album? Was it completely live?” Redman: “We decided we wanted to do a live album again. I just like how the songs breathe and if… View Article
Songs That Change the Room w/ Chris Tomlin
Chris Tomlin sat down with Matt McCoy to talk about songwriting, worship leading and his new album Always! Coming back to a simple place Matt: “Your new album Always is full of worship songs. It’s a full circle moment for you. Why now? Tell us about the album.” Chris: “It’s always been on my heart… View Article
Worship Through the Years w/ Tim Hughes
Songwriter, artist and worship leader Tim Hughes joined Loop Community Founder Matt McCoy to talk about how he has seen worship change over the last 20 years, advice for worship leaders and more! How has worship changed in the last 20 years? Matt: How have you seen worship change over 20 years? When you think… View Article
Worship Anywhere w/ Israel Houghton
Artist, worship leader and producer Israel Houghton sat down with the Director of Loop Community Gospel Otto Price to talk about his new album, how he has learned to worship anywhere and more! Worshiping During the Pandemic Otto: “During the pandemic and those struggles, what songs and worship stemmed from that?” Israel: “When it really… View Article