Steven Curtis Chapman and Michael W. Smith “United Tour” this Fall
According to SCC’s manager, Jim Houser’s blog, Steven Curtis Chapman will be teaming up with fellow Christian music artist and friend Michael W. Smith this fall for the “United Tour.” The tour poster was released to SCC’s fans a few weeks ago, but no official announcement on when tickets will go on sale. Jim went on to talk about a new radio single and what to expect on this tour…
After much discussion…Sparrow Records/EMICMG and StevenCurtisChapman.com announce today that the next radio single from Steven’s “This Moment” album, available to radio for airplay on August 1st, will be “Yours.” Additional breaking news! A new version of the song will be released. “Yours” (new verse) includes a new 4th verse that Steven has written since the loss of his daughter Maria in a tragic accident on May 21, 2008.
Steven felt it was important to acknowledge what the family has been going through over these past 8 weeks, and “Yours” has taken on new meaning in recent weeks to many who work alongside Steven. Already a very special song, Steven’s reflections since Maria’s loss in the 4th verse only make the song even more challenging, compelling, and passionate. Concertgoers this past weekend had a chance to take in the new lyric, and on each of the 3 occasions rose to their feet in a standing ovation as Steven sang the closing line in the new verse.
Here’s the new verse lyric…
I’ve walked the valley of death’s shadow
So deep and dark that I could barely breathe
I’ve had to let go of more than I could bear
And questioned everything that I believe
But still even here
in this great darkness
A comfort and hope come breaking through
As I can say in life or death
God we belong to you.Special thanks to some folks who have dropped everything to help make this new recording happen. The new 4th verse was recorded last night in Nashville with the album’s original producer, Matt Bronleewe. (heroic editing, producing, and voice matching 9p - 3a) Also, thanks to Reid Shippen, epic mastering engineer, and Jeremy Camp and Brown Bannister who allowed Reid to stop and do this for Steven in the middle of their deadline packed album schedule. At the label, we’re grateful to Grant, Peter, Brad, Leisa, Sly, Jan, Tim, David and David.
If you’re wondering… no final word yet regarding questions on the song’s new version being available for purchase.
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