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It's 2008 and we're possibly even more excited about what this year has to offer than when we gave this countdown a shot for the first time last year. So, once again, we're Highlighting our most anticipated projects already in development for the year. Read on to see what records the staff of Jesusfreakhideout.com are most excited about - and why!



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Album Cover#7. The Afters
Never Going Back To O.K.

Release Date: February 26


Has it really been almost three years since I Wish We All Could Win? That stellar record was one of those rare mainstream releases that caused indie elitists to do a double take and say “Uh…I actually like that.” Here’s to hoping their next release continues to bridge the gap....
        - Josh Taylor

It's been a few years since The Afters broke out onto the music scene with their label debut and the smash hit "Beautiful Love." With the absence of a studio record from the band since 2005, I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for this one!
        - Lauren Summerford

So they tricked us out with a supposed 2007 release, but alas, Never Going Back To O.K. is here, and since I already know it's quite tasty, I'd be cheating if we hadn't already picked them for this list last year. And, oh look! They've moved up for this year's list...
        - John DiBiase

Even if this release is a bit delayed, there's no reason not to be excited about the upcoming album Never Going Back To OK. If anything, the long hiatus of The Afters should be a sign of a carefully-polished project. And the band's new EP (now available on iTunes) contains three very solid tracks from the new album, a good indication that Never Going Back to OK should meet - if not surpass - the level of I Wish We All Could Win...
        - Spencer Priest

2005 was a major year for The Afters. It's seemed as if this band faded away as soon as their big hit saw a downplay on radio stations, but their greatness as a group has not been denied. This is their chance to make a comeback; three years is a long time to work on new material, but enough time to perfect flaws and prepare long-time fans for something grand. I'm interested in whether the band will do that or if it's merely an attempt to take a stab at a genre overplayed...
        - Jess Gregorius

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    This Friday, November 7, 2025
    ALBUMS
    Gabby Barrett Carols and Candlelight (Deluxe) [Warner Music]
    Biscuits Country Fried LoFi - EP [Circle Back]
    Jekalyn Carr JEKALYN X LEGENDS [WayNorth]
    DAMIAN DAMIAN [DREAM]
    Every Nation Music Revive [NWN]
    Josh Garrels Peace To All Who Enter Here, Vol. 2 (independent)
    Amy Jay Mnemonics (independent)
    JERUB The Wonder Years [Elevate]
    JSP No More (independent)
    New Wine Worship Praise King Jesus (Live from New Wine Festival) (independent)
    Jeremy Rosado Feliz Navidad - EP [Capitol CMG]
    (UN)WORTHY From the Belly of the Beast - EP (independent)

    SINGLES
    Dave Barnes Santa's Gotta Go - Single (independent)
    Gracie Binion Gunpowder - Single [BEC]
    Biscuits Country Fried LoFi - Single [Circle Back]
    Blanca O Come, All Ye Faithful (Gloria) - Single [BEC]
    Andrea Bocelli The Blessing (feat. Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes) - Single [Universal]
    Steven Curtis Chapman Christmas Is All In The Heart (with CeCe Winans) - Single [The Fuel]
    Cutright Gram Cracker - Single [Syntax]
    Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors, Ellie Holcomb It Came Upon A Midnight Clear - Single [Magnolia]
    Elevation Worship God I'm Just Grateful (feat. Chandler Moore) - Single [Provident]
    FrenchyRiff Steps - Single [La Resistance]
    Garett and Kate Serban O Holy Night / Holy Forever - Single [Bethel]
    Good Things Collective Rejoice! - Single [Real Fun]
    Hillside Recording Everlasting Father - Single (independent)
    Ian Austin, Heather Suzanne Somewhere Far - Single (independent)
    K3hlab Lord You Are - Single [Syntax]
    Kelo The Break-Up - Single [Syntax]
    Lakewood Music Rejoice Again (feat. Alexander Pappas) - Single (independent)
    Colony House Life Goes On/You’re Right Where You’re Meant To Be - Single [LastDaze]
    Ben Lawrence Moving (feat. Pyramid Park) - Single (independent)
    Tasha Layton Christmas All Year Long - Single [BEC]
    Life.Church Worship Tanto - Single (independent)
    Limoblaze Esé - Single [Reach]
    Myles Maestro falling 4 u - Single [Syntax]
    Kevi Morse Yeen ain't wit it - Single [Syntax]
    Jeannie Ortega Boyfriend - Single [Syntax]
    Presence Music Band Who Knew (Gift Wrapped) [feat. Blake Whiteley] - Single (independent)
    Prodi Da Prodigal Modus Operandi - Single [Syntax]
    Road to Restoration, Fridayy The Truth - Single [BMG]
    Sacrificial Betrayal Take Risk - Single (independent)
    Zane Walls YOU ARE THE FIRE (feat. JontheKid) - Single (independent)
    Rhett Walker Carol of the Bells - Single [BEC]

    This Saturday, November 8, 2025
    SINGLES
    Seth Davey I Can't Sing it Loud Enough - Single (independent)

    Next Friday, November 14, 2025
    ALBUMS
    Emery White Line Fever (Remastered) - Disc One (independent)
    Kings Kaleidoscope Asaph's Arrows II EP [BEC]
    Ronnie Martin Evergreen Melodie [Velvet Blue]
    NF FEAR - EP [Capitol]
    Blessing Offor To All A Good Night [Capitol CMG]
    Rave Jesus I MET GOD ON THE DANCEFLOOR [Provident]
    The Young Escape Not Done Yet [BEC]

    SINGLES
    Biscuits Drifting Off (Hayloft) - Single [Circle Back]
    Richard Lynch Why Me Lord - Single [MTS]
    NEEDTOBREATHE Where You Call Home - Single [Omnivore]
    Hunter Plake Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - Single [BEC]


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