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The untold story of Christian music: Who controls the worship songs we sing?

By Billy Hallowell

Who really controls Christian music, and is money influencing the worship songs we sing in church? Jonathan Allen Wright, creator of the YouTube documentary series "The Untold History of CCM," discusses the complicated business behind contemporary Christian music.

Wright reveals his concerns about major secular record labels controlling much of the Christian music industry, the financial pressures facing worship artists, and questions surrounding songwriting deals, transparency and accountability.

Are profits taking priority over ministry? Watch the fascinating conversation. 

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