Podcast

As a worship leader, introducing new songs at your church can be challenging. In this live panel discussion with Matt McCoy, Chad Negley and Dustin Smith, discuss why, when, and how to introduce new songs.

In this episode, we sat down with the band CAIN! They came out with their first Christian music EP in March and just released a cover of Elevation Worship’s song “Never Lost”. We got to know them, discussed how they get started, and asked them about songwriting. You can get Read more…

This is a little different than our normal podcast episodes. Many of our team members watched the Michael Jordan documentary called “The Last Dance”. Derek put together a presentation that might be helpful for you with leading teams and being on a team at your church. You can watch “The Read more…

If you’re worship leader at a church with a small staff, you know that a lot of the time, you aren’t “just” a worship leader. Matt McCoy interviews Jordan Pflederer, the Worship Pastor at Oasis Church in Chicago. They talk about leading worship at a church plant, having multiple roles Read more…

Learn from this conversation with Loop Producer David Caton. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and declaration for change. Throughout the day, we did interviews on our Instagram with producers from our community to learn, reflect and listen. We’ve Read more…

Learn from this conversation with Loop Producers Marques Murrey and Sheriden Shanwi Williams. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and declaration for change. Throughout the day, we did interviews on our Instagram with producers from our community to learn, Read more…

Learn from this conversation with Loop Producers Yaahn Hunter and Brian Williams. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and declaration for change. Throughout the day, we did interviews on our Instagram with producers from our community to learn, reflect Read more…

Learn from this conversation with Loop Producer Aaron Daniels.On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and declaration for change. Throughout the day, we did interviews on our Instagram with producers from our community to learn, reflect and listen. We’ve always Read more…

Learn from this conversation with Marvin Mumford. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and declaration for change. Throughout the day, we did interviews on our Instagram with producers from our community to learn, reflect and listen. We’ve always believed Read more…

Today we’re listening. Learn from this conversation with John Mike, Director Loop Gospel. Today, June 2nd, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and declaration for change. Throughout the day, we are doing interviews on our Instagram with producers from our community to Read more…

We sat down with Hope Darst to talk about her new single and upcoming album, her time with The Belonging Co, songwriting and what her life has been like during quarantine! Check out the interview and get the Master Tracks for her new song “Peace Be Still” on LoopCommunity.com.

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

If you’re a worship pastor at a new church, or at a church where the culture is unhealthy, it can seem overwhelming trying to make changes. Tony Sorrentino joins the Loop Community podcast to discuss how to shift an unhealthy worship culture. He also talks about the different types of Read more…

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

If your worship team doesn’t have clear expectations and communication, leading them can become very challenging. Matt McCoy interviews Jon Jones, a worship director and campus pastor from Chicago, about over communicating with your team, giving them space to be heard, and expressing expectations.

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called Community Stories. In each episode, Matt McCoy sits down with a worship leader from Loop Community to talk about how Read more…

It can be easy as worship leaders to focus on the songs and the music. But one of the most important parts of worship leading, is leading the people at your church and on your worship team. Aaron Keyes, the Founder of 10,000 Fathers Worship School, joins the podcast to Read more…

Malcolm du Plessis joins the Loop Community podcast to discuss the history of worship and the state of worship songs today. He also talks about Common Hymnal, an online library he started “for the spiritual underground”. Learn more at commonhymnal.com.

As many of us prepare to lead worship and have church live streamed, virtually or pre-recorded, we wanted to offer tips and suggestions on how to make the most of the experience for your congregation. This episode features an interview Matt McCoy and Janson Roberts did on Instagram live to Read more…

Tommy Iceland is a new artist and worship leader from Sweden. He joins the Loop Community podcast to talk about his story, writing with Chris Tomlin, and his new music. Check out his newest song “Impact”, and get the Master MultiTracks on LoopCommunity.com.

Paul Baloche, best known for his songs “Open the Eyes of My Heart”, “Hosanna”, and many more, joins the Loop Community podcast! Matt McCoy interviews Paul on how to teach and lead your congregation in worship, the importance of psalms in worship, and tips for worship leaders. Be sure to Read more…

As worship leaders, it can be challenging to not start focusing more on the production part of leading, instead of the worship. Jake Gosselin, the Founder of Churchfront, joins Matt McCoy to discuss performing vs. leading worship, how to deal with the pressure to perform, and how to make sure Read more…

Are you feeling burned out as a worship leader? From leading worship every single weekend to leading the members on your team, burnout is a real issue that every worship leader will face at some point. Lucas and Evelynn Cortazio from Community Christian Church, join the podcast to discuss ways Read more…

Mack Brock joins the Loop podcast to talk about why he leads worship, how to lead when you don’t feel qualified, and how to trust God with opportunities in your life. Matt and Mack also give practical tips for how to lead worship boldly.

Are you feeling overwhelmed as we enter the Christmas season? Phil Wickham joins the Loop Community podcast to discuss how to lead worship when you don’t feel like it, how to have a thankful mindset, and leading worship during Christmas time. Be sure to check out Phil’s new album “Christmas” Read more…

In this episode, Matt sits down with worship leader Ayanda Khumalo (T.K.) to talk about leading multicultural worship. They discuss the difference between diversity and multicultural, how important it is to serve the variety of people in our churches, and how to get started in leading multicultural worship.

As a worship leader, it can often be challenging being under a microscope and hearing other people’s opinions and views on everything from what songs you sing to what you wear. This week on the podcast we sat down with worship leader Donnie Cox, to talk about how to listen Read more…

Sara Emmerson, the Creative Pastor at Soul City Church in Chicago, joins the Loop Podcast to discuss how to help you and your team be creative in church ministry. She gives advice on letting creativity simmer, bringing other people into the creative process, and how to come up with new Read more…

As a worship leader, should connecting with other worship leaders be a part of your job description? Scott Liebenow, Co-Founder of Chicago Worship Collective, joins Matt McCoy to discuss coming together as worship leaders, songwriting, and the balance between being a paid worship team member and a volunteer.

When writing songs, we can often feel doubts about our song, ourselves, and whether we should even be writing at all. In this episode, Matt McCoy talks with Jared Anderson (writer of “Great I Am” and “Rescue”) about songwriting and all of the struggles that come with it. They discuss Read more…

Music and singing are powerful. We can all think of ways that music and singing have impacted our lives at some point. We include it in our worship services for many reasons. In this episode, Matt McCoy talks with Brandon Shupp about how music and singing can bring us together, Read more…

Do you struggle to choose what songs you are going to play every week? Worship song selection can be a daunting task. From balancing the different views of your congregation, to making sure that your songs have meaningful lyrics, it can be a challenge. In this episode, Loop Founder Matt Read more…

Season 2 of the Loop Community Podcast is here! In this episode, our founder Matt McCoy talks with Matt Redman about leading worship and the challenges many worship leaders face today. As worship leaders, there can be a tension between the production aspect of the worship service and actually being Read more…

In episode 36 of the Loop Podcast, roles are switched as Matt McCoy gets interviewed by Gabriel Finochio of the Royal Royal! Together they talk about worship leading, favorite albums, and being who God created you to be. Also featured on this podcast is Producer of the Month, Nathan Whidden! Read more…

In this episode, Brandon Leafblad, co-founder of AudioFusion, talks with Matt about worship leading as a volunteer as well as the differences of leading for Awana and the main service! Also featured on this podcast, is indie spotlight of the month, Pikes Peak Worship.If you enjoy listening to this podcast, Read more…

Happy New Year! To start this year off right, we welcome Matt Ross, Worship Pastor at Pikes Peak Christian Church in Colorado Springs. He and Matt McCoy talk through what it’s like to write songs for your church and recording an album. Producer of the month, Brad Spead, is also Read more…

In this special Christmas episode, Matt sits down with long time friends Jon & Valerie Guerra to talk about leading worship in December, writing Christmas music and why traditional Christmas songs are meaningful. Also featured in this podcast is LC’s very first original song “At Your Table” by Jared Anderson. Read more…

On this episode Matt sits down with Andrew Picha, drummer for Jordan Feliz and co-developer of Track Rig. Tune in now to learn things like how the idea for the product was born, to the process naming of the device! Also featured on this podcast is Caleb Fincher! You can Read more…

Worship Pastor Dan Wilt, joins Matt for the 31st episode of the loop community podcast. Together they talk about how you can engage your congregation better during worship. Also featured on the podcast is Indie Spotlight of the month, Family Church Worship. Dan put together a great little eBook he’d Read more…

In this episode, Matt talks with Jenni Mcgrew, founder of Worship Leaders Collective. They discuss how WLCO was created, as well as building community in person vs. online. Our featured Producer of the Month is Nathan Fisher! If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please leave us a review and Read more…

In this episode, Matt sits down with Greg Sykes to talk about his upcoming album, “No Greater Love”. Greg talks about how his church helped him choose the songs to record. Also featured on this podcast is Indie Spotlight Artist, Monterey Music. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please Read more…

Matt sits down with Taffy & McKenna of Saddleback Church. As the leaders of Saddleback’s Student Worship Ministry, they discuss how they build and organize their student worship program, as well as help students grow in their leadership!  Also featured in this episode, is our Indie Spotlight of the month, Read more…

In this episode, Matt whispers in a library with Phil Joel of Newsboys and Zealand Worship. They discuss Phil’s experience on the road, running tracks, songwriting and more! We also feature our Indie Spotlight artist, Mark & Sarah Tillman! If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please leave us a Read more…

Stephen Duncan is a songwriter and founder of The Worship Coalition. In this episode, he sits down with Matt to talk about how The Worship Coalition resources the church and supports leaders in times of burnout. Matt and Derek then gather around the community talk table to reflect on these Read more…

Matt interviews Marvin Mumford – a songwriter, worship leader, and touring musician. They talk about the importance of diversity in the church and how gospel music can be used in worship services of all styles and denominations. Derek and John Mike, Director of Gospel MultiTracks, discuss this topic over the Read more…

In episode 24 of the Loop Community Podcast, Matt is joined by Keith Everette Smith, Multi-Grammy and Dove Award winning producer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. Together, they talk about excellence as an idol and that just because a worship set isn’t perfect, doesn’t mean God isn’t being glorified. Matt and Derek Read more…

Rochelle Burlock is a worship leader and founder of WomenThatWorship.com. This is an incredible episode for women worship leaders, or anyone that is leading alongside women. Be sure to share this episode with your teams! Matt and Derek then meet at the community talk table to reflect on these topics. Also Read more…

In episode 22 of the LC Podcast, Matt sits down with Wade Huggins, a worship pastor/singer-songwriter, based in Athens, Texas. Together they discuss how to renovate a church and what challenges it may bring. Matt and Derek then talk about this topic at the community talk table. Also featured on Read more…

Dave Workman, author of “Elemental Leaders: Four Essentials Every Leader Needs”, joins Matt for this episode of the LC Podcast. Together they talk about his book and how to be a leader in your church. Matt and Derek then reflect on these topics as they gather around the community talk Read more…

In episode 20 of the Loop Community Podcast, Matt meets with singer/songwriter Brandon Grissom to talk about leading worship and songwriting at Cherry Hills Community Church. Matt and Derek then gather around the community talk table to give their own insight. Ryan King, LC producer of the month, is also Read more…

In this episode of the LC Podcast, Matt is joined by Rory Noland, writer of “The Heart of the Artist”. Listen in as they talk about the mentoring of worship leaders, how one should take criticism, and the new generation of leaders. Matt and Derek then gather around the community Read more…

Jacob Sooter, worship songwriter and producer, joins us for the 18th episode of the Loop Community Podcast! Listen in as Jacob and Matt talk about songwriting as well as serving where God wants you to serve. Matt and Derek then gather around the community talk table to reflect on this Read more…

In episode 17 of the Loop Community Podcast, Matt sits down with Jamie Miley, CEO and Founder of Ascension Worship. Together they discuss what Ascension Worship does and how it can help resource your church. Matt and Derek then gather around the community talk table to give their own insight Read more…

In this episode of the LC Podcast, Matt talks with Aaron Niequist, liturgist and writer of the book “The Eternal Current”. Listen in as they talk about the importance of combining prayer and scripture with worship music. Matt and Derek then gather around the community talk table to reflect on Read more…

In episode 15 of the LC Podcast, Matt sits down with Patrick Mayberry, worship leader at Soul City Church in Chicago. In their discussion about leading a team, they cover everything from the audition process, to midweek rehearsals, to taking their sound to the next level! Derek and Matt then Read more…

In this episode of the LC Podcast, Matt McCoy interviews Brandon Breitenbach. Brandon is a business owner, serial entrepreneur, and road manager for Phil Wickham. Listen in as they talk about giving more than you take and how that can apply to your business, as well as leading worship. Matt Read more…

In episode 13 of the LC Podcast, Matt sits with Pete Kipley and Patrick Dodd of Upper Room Music! Listen in as they share an inside scoop of their record label as well as a new “Millenial Sound” hitting the music industry. After, Matt and Janson reflect on the interview Read more…

On this week’s episode of the LC Podcast, Matt sits down with songwriter and producer Phil Schawel as they talk through the steps on how they record a live album! Robert and Janson gather around the community talk table, and Producer of the Month, Zachary Hanna, is also featured on Read more…

Episode 11 of the LC Podcast features Chad Negley, Contemporary Worship Director for the Christ Church of Oakbrook, located in the Chicagoland area. Join in as Chad and Matt talk about how to flourish and thrive as a worship leader. Matt and Derek then gather around the community talk table Read more…

In this episode of the LC Podcast, Gabriel Finochio of The Royal Royal joins Matt as they dive deep into topics about the Holy Spirit. Matt and Janson also gather around the community talk table to reflect on these serious and important thoughts. We want to hear from you! If Read more…

This episode of the LC Podcast provides listeners with a double feature! First, Matt will interview our very own John Mike to talk about Gospel MultiTracks and how it all started. Then, John Mike will interview Oscar Williams, Director of Music and Fine Arts at The Potter’s House in Fort Read more…

Learn about the beginning of Loop Community as our founder, Matt McCoy, gets interviewed by his wife, Mary McCoy. Afterwards, learn about our featured contributor of the month Randy Davenport and hang around the Community Talk table with Janson and Chris. We want to hear from you! If you have Read more…

Ryan Dahl, Founder and CEO of PraiseCharts, joins us for our seventh episode of the Loop Community Podcast. Listen in as Ryan discusses how he went from mailing sheet music, to transitioning to the digital age. Also be sure to hear out Derek and Janson as they gather around the Read more…

Phil Sillas joins us for our sixth installment of the Loop Community Podcast. Hear his take on the history of midi and loops and how it is changing worship music. Matt and Chris hang around the Community Talk Table and Janson and Derek answer your questions in our mailbag segment! Read more…

On this episode of the LC podcast, Jacob Arnold talks about playing drums for North Point, Johnny Swim, Matt Redman, and how his journey to success was fueled by the people who believed in him. Matt and Janson gather around the Community Talk table to discuss the interview, and Matt Read more…

David Andrew joins the LC podcast for an in depth interview about playing keys for Hillsong, writing songs, producing music and technology. Derek and Janson hang out around the Community Talk table to discuss the interview, and Matt and Janson answer a few questions from our Mailbag segment. Dress codes Read more…

Greg Sykes joins us on our third LC podcast episode! Greg is a talented worship leader, recording artist and songwriter with Integrity Music. You’ll love Greg’s music and his heart for ministry. Janson and Chris hang around the Community Talk table and Brandon Sharp is our featured contributor of the Read more…

Matt McCoy interviews Jeremy Bush (also known as “the Bwack”). Bwack is a legend and pioneer in the world of using loops, tracks and technology in worship. He was the drummer for The David Crowder*Band, and now with The Digital Age. Janson and Robert hang around the Community Talk table Read more…

In our first episode, Matt McCoy interviews Jonathan Mason – the director of Word Worship. Join Chris, Janson and Matt around a table discussion during “Community Talk”, as well as get to know our featured contributor Yaahn Hunter Jr.