Origins of CCM Music - Jonathan and Charles

A playlist of 28 songs narrated by author and historian Dean W. Arnold which traces the roots of Christian Rock. Who was the first band? Who was the first artist? Is there a difference? Who cut the first album, the first record, the first single? How do you define rock, Christian, and contemporary? Enjoy the music and the commentary during this relaxed two hour and fifteen minute exploration of a unique musical phenomenon.

Artwork: Cover of album "Jonathan and Charles," Inter-Varsity Records, released early 1968, recorded December 1967, RCA studios, Chicago.

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http://dean-w-arnold.com
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Playlist of songs:
Love Song - Little Country Church
Larry Norman - You Can’t Take Away the Lord
Jonathan & Charles - Loves You Too
Larry Norman - Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music
Andre Crouch - Wade in the Water
Love Song - Welcome Back
Jonathan & Charles - Pretty Good Guy
Jonathan & Charles - Mrs. Chisholm’s Weekend
Jonathan & Charles - What Would You Say
The Exceptions - Glory to God
The Crusaders - Make a Joyful Noise
Peter Scholte - We Are One in the Spirit
Jonathan & Charles - Songs in the Daytime
The Envoys - Door
The Pilgrims - Heaven’s the Place for Me
Jonathan & Charles - You Call Me a Fanatic
The Joy Strings - Open Secret
The Joy Strings - All Alone
Rosetta Tharp - The Devil Has Thrown Him Down
Rosetta Tharp - This Train
Jonathan & Charles - Colors and Shades
Larry Norman - Outlaw
Love Song - Love Song
Larry Norman - He’s the Rock that Doesn’t Roll
Jonathan & Charles - Woke Up This Morning
Jonathan & Charles - Like a Lonely Street Lamp
Jonathan & Charles - Everything’s the Same
Jonathan & Charles- Weary and Worn