Friday Faves: The Civil War(s) Edition

It’s July 1!  Who’s ready for a three-day weekend?  That is, if you didn’t take off already.  Did you know that today marks the 148th anniversary of the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg? (Do you even care?)  Right now, there are thousands of people descending upon the small town of Gettysburg, PA toContinue reading “Friday Faves: The Civil War(s) Edition”

News:: Nashville Rockers SHIROCK First Independent Band Sold in Hollister Co. Stores

Nashville rock band SHIROCK has been singled out as the first independent band that Hollister Co., a division of Abercrombie & Fitch, has chosen to distribute in their stores across the U.S. SHIROCK’s debut album, Everything Burns was made available Tuesday, September 22nd in over 500 Hollister stores, giving the band the distinction of beingContinue reading “News:: Nashville Rockers SHIROCK First Independent Band Sold in Hollister Co. Stores”

The BSW Raven Awards:: Where Everyone Wins!

Now that GMA Week is over and the Dove Awards have been handed out, I can finally announce the winners of the Backseat Writer 1st Annual Raven Awards.  Here’s the thing with the Raven Awards, if you’re nominated, you win!  Of course, our winners don’t get a cool looking-trophy (maybe next year). Heck, half ofContinue reading “The BSW Raven Awards:: Where Everyone Wins!”

Christmas Un-Wrapped:: What’s your favorite …?

Everyone has Christmas favorites from songs to cookies to movies to the age-old debate of white vs. colored lights (I say both!) We ask our Un-Rappers about some of their favorites, and their answers vary, even in word length. Enjoy! WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CHRISTMAS SONG/MOVIE/COOKIE? I’m a sucker for anyone who can sing “O HolyContinue reading “Christmas Un-Wrapped:: What’s your favorite …?”

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas

Because we love Christmas, Backseat Writer is celebrating the season all month long.  Not only are we decking our sidebars, but we’re introducing special coverage from November 28 through January 2. Starting on Black Friday, we’re kicking off 12 Days of Christmas Music Reviews. Nothing but solid reviews of new albums by Casting Crowns, ShaneContinue reading “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”