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From Wikipedia
Christian radio
is a
radio format
that focuses on transmitting programming with a Christian message.
Many such broadcasters play
popular music
of Christian influence, though many programs have
talk
or
news
programming covering associated topics that can have a political
angle to them. Many Christian radio stations are commercial in
nature, and select music in a manner intended to increase
profitability of advertisers, thereby increasing the value of the
station's advertising, and the station's profits. Other Christian
radio stations are supported by listeners, or by Christian
organizations or institutions.
Christian
music radio
outlets mirror
commercial radio
in many ways, and music in a variety of different
genres
is available. Many stations play primarily
gospel music
or
worship music,
while others play all formats of
contemporary Christian
music including
rock and roll,
pop,
rap,
country,
and
alternative.
Many Christian radio
stations have a mission to encourage their listeners in their faith
through encouraging music and teaching, and through supporting
ministry events within their listening area.
Popular artists on
Christian radio include
Third Day,
Michael W. Smith,
Amy Grant,
Mercy Me,
Steven Curtis Chapman,
Relient K,
Switchfoot.
Most Christian radio
stations as well as programmers are members of the
National Religious
Broadcasters organization.
There are reportedly 1,600 different Christian broadcasting
organizations in the
United States,
ranging from single stations to expansive networks. It is a common
practice for religious broadcasters to purchase many small
broadcast translators
to create large networks that stretch across large regions.
Christian Radio: Not A
Niche Anymore
(Arbitron article)
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