What Else? With Corey Mann

"Ungsung Hero" is in movie theatres now, the story of the Smallbone family moving from Australia to America.  Joel Smallbone (For King & Country) plays his father, David, in the film.  Also, a soundtrack with songs inspired by the film is now available as well.In this episode, song selections from the soundrack, and Joel talks about the 'calm before the storm"

Josh Baldwin did something as a guest on this podcast that no other guest has done.  He wore the same shirt during the interview as he did on his new live album.  Witness the magic between the 2 of us as this is revealed in another compelling episode.

Rhett Walker is a good ol' boy.  I've been a fan since the first album way back in 2012 when it was sent to me on a burned cd, (we'll get into that). His new record deal, and new project are on the way, and he's excited! Plus, he drops an exclusive announcement about a song that will appear on the new project, but will come out this summer. 

Dave Smallbone brought his family to America for a new adventure.  That adventure plays out on the big screen opening April 26th.  The movie, "Unsung Hero", is the story of the Smallbone family trying to start over afresh in the USA.  Dave was instrumental in the career(s) of Rebecca St. James, (his daughter), and For King & Country.  They also call him, "father." (This episode originally aired May 1st, 2023) 

CeCe Winans, the best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time, has long since cemented her status as one of the most accomplished and celebrated women in music history. So, we talk early beginnings, Detroit, family, faith, stagefright, and new music for 2024.

John Michael Talbot is recognized as Catholic music's most popular artist with over 4 million albums sold, written over 30 books, and has a few trophies on a shelf too, Grammy and Dove).  As we record this episode, he has a new biography and album EP of the same name, "Late Have I Loved You", available now.

Danny Gokey intoduces you to his new dog, early beginnings, we reminisce about American Idol, karaoke jams, and what the rest of 2024 looks like. 

For King & Country, amazing music to meet you where you are at, 'spectacle' within their live performances, and now on the big screen with their movie, "Unsung Hero", in theatres April 26. Luke Smallbone gives you a glimpse behind the movie curtain on his producing role, how the plot hits close to home, and what song caught him by surprise recently.

I first met Leanna Crawford in March 2020 on the front end of launching her music career. Then we experienced lockdown. What did Leanna do during that season, and who did she meet? Find out in this episode.

It's the return of Tenth Avenue North. Mike Donehey pulls back the curtain on the return of one of CCM's most popular bands. What's different this time? Mike tells (almost) all.https://www.tenthavenuenorth.com/https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Gods-Life-for-My-Will-audiobook/dp/B07VSQM2HY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=QF7OYRAEDB6H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z0u71nu4Ch4bMAlBj9QI82-XjHrVFIEZRC0OEaiCz9q82W8tzlQtl7wA9Jx8Z8gYg2SYaRbLIgDYk2DeGdVOgOq4qKmqL-3aiZCasXgJvsM_F8IWn0VuW3EgVHHM9agof7uWp4l_FstN7B5D2k3In2mY_FY2ZdCaQ5bZUZMRtLLoSoHQngvHA9zyvMfF8KKbKWXaXRipohwgwDVK2OCQ7Uzr_3wf-52gsT0XSNejJ7M.q3tL9PllunAosyiXn_VbaiAahmjJ4azK1sgrGAMcqWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=mike+donehey&qid=1707935837&sprefix=mike+donehey%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Gray-More-Loving-Disagree/dp/B09S22C391/ref=sr_1_2?crid=QF7OYRAEDB6H&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z0u71nu4Ch4bMAlBj9QI82-XjHrVFIEZRC0OEaiCz9q82W8tzlQtl7wA9Jx8Z8gYg2SYaRbLIgDYk2DeGdVOgOq4qKmqL-3aiZCasXgJvsM_F8IWn0VuW3EgVHHM9agof7uWp4l_FstN7B5D2k3In2mY_FY2ZdCaQ5bZUZMRtLLoSoHQng

Leah Payne's new book is called "God Gave Rock and Roll to You: A History of Contemporary Christian Music". Leah Payne is Associate Professor of American Religious History at Portland Seminary. She is also co-host of "Weird Religion", a podcast about religion and popular culture, and "Rock That Doesn't Roll", a podcast about Christian rock.Leah's bookhttps://www.amazon.com/God-Gave-Rock-Roll-You/dp/0197555241/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=mZilp&content-id=amzn1.sym.35cab78c-35e3-4fc1-aab0-27eaa6c86063%3Aamzn1.symc.e5c80209-769f-4ade-a325-2eaec14b8e0e&pf_rd_p=35cab78c-35e3-4fc1-aab0-27eaa6c86063&pf_rd_r=19ABVGWHZPR4QZZQZA9Y&pd_rd_wg=VZXeb&pd_rd_r=0da964dd-db47-46b8-9aeb-9f7082bc85cc&ref_=pd_gw_ci_mcx_mr_hp_atf_mLeah's podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-that-doesnt-roll-the-story-of-christian-music/id1703257857

Charlie Peacock is an iconic name in music, whether is recording, producing, performing, and so much more. He and his wife have a new book they have written together. https://www.charliepeacock.com/https://www.amazon.com/Everything-That-Doesnt-Matter-Matters/dp/140033764X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17S7ZL0VVJFFE&keywords=charlie+peacock+andi+ashworth&qid=1707237655&sprefix=charlie+peacock%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1

Joey Elwood is the President of Gotee Records. Let's pull back the curtain on running a label, signing an artist in 2024, the mistakes and lessons along the way, and much more behind-the-scenes CCM (contemporary christian music) conversation.

Seph Schlueter is a new artist to christian music. Get to know this young man real quick, great sense of humor, starting an adventure with is bride, and what he's hoping for in 2024.email the podcast ( whatelsewithcoreymann@gmail.com )

Catching up with the energetic, young dynamo Riley Clemmons, and chatting about most recent release, "Church Pew".

Stryper has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. Tim Gaines (bassist) was with the band from 1983 - 2017. Let's catch up with Tim and slap some bass, man.

My most downloaded episode of "What Else W/ Corey Mann" in 2023 was on April 17th with Lauren Daigle. She put out 2 full albums in 2023, so we spoke twice. The second half of this episode is our "part 2" conversation that happened on September 4th. Thanks for listening, thanks for following and subscribing.If you ever want to reach out and say hello, or have a question about an episode, my email is whatelsewithcoreymann@gmail.com

Dave Barnes only listened to Beatles music in 2022. It awakened a new love for music making, including writing and producing a Beatles-themed project called "Featherbrained Wealth Motel". Please listen to the album before you listen to this episode. But, listen to this episode too.

Justin Benner is the former drummer of HAWK NELSON. He is also a friend, who wouldn't let up on asking him to be on my podcast. Fine! I caved, and its a fun conversation. Chase your dreams, kids.

One of the pioneers of Christian music, (DeGarmo & Key), was only the beginning. A music industry icon with a label that helped launched some big names in CCM world.Eddie tells the story of trick-or-treating at Elvis’ house, meeting Jesus in a school closet with his best buddy Dana Key, launching a label, and becoming a music publishing master.