New & Notable for September 2026 covers releases from August 21 to September 25. Once again, we are impressed with the continued release of faith-based music by so many talented artists. All the music here is available in our UTR Media New & Notable playlist. Clicking Save helps the artists and us. We appreciate artists and fans who have sent an email to utrsubmissions@gmail.com.

ALBUMS & EPs

Back To Bellsburg – Bellsburg Sessions

A joint project of UTR Media, Old Bear Records, and Andrew Greer, this is the second album of Rich Mullins songs recorded in his former house. The love and care that went into this is obvious, and the artist lineup is impressive. If you are a Rich Mullins fan, you will definitely be delighted with this project. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Larry

As Long As I Am In The Tent Of This Body I Will Make A Joyful Noise Pt 2 – John Van Deusen

Part liturgy, part rock, part worship, part exploration, John Van Deusen never ceases to amaze with his fresh take on making a joyful noise to the Divine. And the collaborations are superb. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Jessica

Target and the Arrow – PFR

After releasing four studio albums from ’92 to ’96, and a “best of” in 1997, PFR went virtually underground. Earlier this year, a Kickstarter released a lost album, and now the band is releasing brand new music. This is a great collection of new songs which will remind many of why this was a band worth listening to in the 90s. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Mick

The Millionth Mile – Phil Madeira

Phil is one of the most prolific and exceptional songwriters around. The Millionth Mile continues this tradition and validates his brilliance. The music is country rock with a throwback sound and packed with gems. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Larry

East to West – The Wood Drake Sessions

A collaborative album of pop, soul, gospel, and introspective songs featuring great artists, including Andrew Osenga, Caroline Cob, Jeremy Casella, Jess Ray, Kirk Sauers, Melanie Penn, Russ Mohr, Skye Peterson, and Taylor Leonhardt. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] [BANDCAMP] – Garret

Home – Good Shepherd Collective

Imagine having some amazingly talented musical friends. Now imagine them inviting you to hang out, singing and playing amazing classic songs. And, oh yeah, someone captures it all on tape. I don’t know if this is what happened, but that’s what this album feels like. Casual but incredibly skilled, soulful, passionate, and moving. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Garret

The Evergreen Season – Rend Collective

I don’t know how these guys put out high-quality, spiritually rich, Irish-tinged worship rock with such regular frequency. But I’m not complaining. This 7-song EP is among their best work yet. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Mick

Here I Am – Franni Cash

Franni is redefining CCM with her cathartic and powerful take on toxic religion, spiritual abuse, and commercialism. A sheer pop delight. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Jessica

Sanctuary Songs – Christa Wells

Some beautiful, calming music from Christa. The songs are purposefully simple lyrically and musically, with gorgeous vocals. Listen and let the music embrace you.[SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] [BANDCAMP] – Larry

Sail On – Secret Harbor

A playful, inviting album of nautical folk-rock featuring lighthearted tracks and more serious songs. You can almost smell the salty air & you’ll be singing along in no time! [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] [BANDCAMP] – Garret

23 – Parisian

After a decade away from the limelight, Australian singer Jeremy Fowler returns with an LP filled with his trademark poeticism. Marked by songs dedicated to his wife, 23 is soft, subtle, and the stuff of dreams fulfilled. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Jessica

SINGLES

“My Praise Is Not a Weapon” – Aryn Michelle

A wonderful and timely antidote to the current trend portraying our songs of worship as weapons to drown or destroy our enemies (when Jesus told us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us). Beautiful and moving, this song points us back to Jesus as the one worthy of our worship and the one who will fight the spiritual battles around us on our behalf. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Garret

 “Faith Alone” – Ross King

Ross shares the truth here. It’s easy to think we have faith when everything is going well. The real test is when the rug is pulled out from under us. This applies to all of us. If you want to face this issue head-on, here is a song for you. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Larry

“Traces of Me” – fieldlily

After a gorgeous debut album, the sisters return with a single equally as captivating. With vocals so in cadence that you can mistake it for the mountains and valleys they sing about, this is an all-encompassing experience. Traces of Me by fieldlily [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Jessica

“Flowers for No Reason” – Ellie Holcomb

Well-recorded, well-produced pop with a hint of country, this new tune by mainstay Ellie Holcomb will remind you of God’s consistent, ever-present love. Somehow God’s love is always perfectly on time. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Mick

“Plate Tectonics” – Allie Crummy

This powerful-sounding song is, on the surface, about earthquakes, but it is really about the powerlessness we all can feel at times. And the music fits the mood. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Larry

“This Rock Will Stand” – Terrian

A bluesy, gospel twist on the old hymn standard “My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less,” done in a very Terrian sort of way. Instant repeat song on a playlist for sure. [SPOTIFY]  [YOUTUBE] – Mick

MORE NEW MUSIC WE RECOMMEND

We picked every recording here because they are well worth your time. Click on the title for a YouTube link. All of these recordings are also represented in our UTR Media New & Notable playlist.

Albums/EPs

Singles