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WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy
WorshipFuel is a podcast for worship leaders, musicians, songwriters, and anyone passionate about serving the local church through worship. Join Matt McCoy for honest conversations with worship leaders, artists, songwriters, producers, pastors, and influential voices shaping the worship community. Each episode explores the stories, ideas, practices, and lessons behind worship ministry, from leading healthy teams and writing songs to using technology, navigating ministry, and staying focused on…
Episodes
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy086 – Interview with Phil Wickham – “House Of The Lord”
Phil Wickham shares his heart behind his new song “House Of The Lord”. He also plays some of the song, shares tips for worship leaders and what he…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy085 – The History of Gospel Music w/ Marvin Mumford
In this episode, Director of Loop Gospel John Mike sits down with Marvin Mumford to discuss the history of Gospel music, how it has changed over the years, and…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy084 – Rhett Walker
Rhett Walker joins the Loop Community podcast to talk about his latest song “Goodness of God”! Rhett also shares how he got started in Christian…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy083 – CeCe Winans
In this episode, we had the honor of sitting down with Gospel artist CeCe Winans! CeCe has won 12 Grammy Awards, 20 Dove Awards and 7 Stellar Awards. She is…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy082 – Patrick Mayberry
In today’s episode Derek sits down with artist Patrick Mayberry to talk about his new song “Breakthrough Miracle Power”! We also discuss…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy081 – Jake Stemo – Presence Worship
In this episode Matt McCoy sits down with Jake Stemo. Jake works with Presence Worship to equip and disciple worship leaders. He shares all about the amazing…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy080 – Austin French
In this episode we sat down with Austin French! He shared his story and we talked about his EP “Wake Up Sleeper”. Austin also shares a lot of great…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy079 – Loop Producer Michael Gum
In this episode we sat down with Loop Producer Michael Gum to talk about how he got started producing tracks, what he loves about producing and how his church…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy078 – I AM THEY
In this episode we sat down with Abbie Parker from the band I AM THEY. We talked about how the band started, their latest album Faithful God and what it was…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy077 – Songwriter Chat – “Hide Myself In You” by Loop Worship
We sat down with the songwriters of the Loop Worship song, “Hide Myself In You”. Get to know the writers, learn how the song was written and get tips for…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy076 – Elle Limebear
In this interview we had a great time talking with Elle Limebear about her latest single “Angels (Reimagined)”, hearing her story, the importance…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy075 – Jamie Kimmet
In this episode we sat down with artist Jamie Kimmett. He shares how he got started in Christian music, gives songwriting tips, and more! Be sure to check out…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy074 – Leanna Crawford
In this interview we sat down with artist Leanna Crawford! She shared her story with us and how she got started with Christian music. We also talk about her…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy073 – Loop Producer Jesse Fellows
In today’s episode, we sat down with Loop Producer Jesse Fellows to get to know him better and hear about how he creates tracks. He also shares tips for…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy072 – Lydia Laird
In this episode, Derek sits down with artist Lydia Laird! They discuss Lydia’s new EP, mental health, and how to lead worship when you aren’t doing…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy071 – Loop Producer Jacob Bergeron
In this episode, we interviewed Loop Producer Jacob Bergeron. We sat down with him to talk about how he get started producing tracks, his process, worship…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy070 – “Heaven’s Open” – Songwriter Chat
In this interview, we sat down with the songwriters of the Loop Worship song, “Heaven’s Open”. Learn how the song was written and get tips…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy069 – Jim Jensen – The Creative Arts Ministry Field Guide
In this interview, Matt sits down with Jim Jensen, the author of “The Creative Arts Ministry Field Guide”. They discuss the book, and also how to…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy068 – Yancy – Leading Worship in Children’s Ministry
Do you lead worship in children’s ministry, have children’s ministry at your church, or have kids of your own? Yancy, an artist that focuses mainly on worship…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy067 – Gabriel Finochio – Worship Theology – TheosU
Gabriel Finochio, from the Royal Royal and Co-Founder of TheosU, joins the podcast to discuss worship theology and the struggles of a worship leader. Be sure…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy066 – Zach Neese – “How to Worship a King”
In today’s episode, Matt interviews Zach Neese. Zach is a worship pastor at Gateway Church. They talk about the most important thing a worship pastor or…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy065 – All Nations Music
In this episode we sat down with Chinaa and Darius from All Nations Music! We loved getting to talk with them about their new album “Come Alive”…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy064 – Dwan Hill, Nashville Life Music
In this episode, we sat down with Dwan HIll from Nashville Life Music! We talk about leading a worship team with a lot of volunteers, their new album…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy063 – Andi Rozier, Vertical Worship
We sat down with Andi Rozier from Vertical Worship to discuss their latest album “Grace Is On Our Side”, songwriting and leading a worship team. Be sure to…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy062 – Aaron Stewart – Why every worship leader needs Planning Center
Are you struggling to organize your worship team and weekend services? Matt McCoy interviews Co-Founder of Planning Center, Aaron Stewart, on how to make your…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy061 – Loop Producer Paul Krieg
For this episode, we interviewed Loop Producer Paul Krieg. Paul uploads tracks to Loop Community under the name ALTO STUDIOS. We sat down with him to talk…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy060 – Job Gonzalez
In this episode, we interview artist and worship leader Job Gonzalez! Get to know Job and hear about his heart for the local church. We also talk about the new…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy059 – Panel Discussion – Introducing New Songs at Your Church
As a worship leader, introducing new songs at your church can be challenging. In this live panel discussion with Matt McCoy, Chad Negley and Dustin Smith…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy058 – CAIN
In this episode, we sat down with the band CAIN! They came out with their first Christian music EP in March and just released a cover of Elevation…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy5 Lessons for Teams From “The Last Dance”
This is a little different than our normal podcast episodes. Many of our team members watched the Michael Jordan documentary called “The Last Dance”. Derek put…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy057 – Jordan Pflederer – Wearing different hats as a worship leader
If you’re worship leader at a church with a small staff, you know that a lot of the time, you aren’t “just” a worship leader. Matt McCoy interviews Jordan…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy#BlackOutTuesday – David Caton
Learn from this conversation with Loop Producer David Caton. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy#BlackOutTuesday – Marques Murrey & Sheriden Williams
Learn from this conversation with Loop Producers Marques Murrey and Sheriden Shanwi Williams. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy#BlackOutTuesday – Yaahn Hunter & Brian Williams
Learn from this conversation with Loop Producers Yaahn Hunter and Brian Williams. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy#BlackOutTuesday – Aaron Daniels
Learn from this conversation with Loop Producer Aaron Daniels.On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy#BlackOutTuesday – Marvin Mumford
Learn from this conversation with Marvin Mumford. On June 2, Loop Community joined the music industry in observing #BlackOutTuesday as a day of reflection and…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy#BlackOutTuesday – John Mike
Today we’re listening. Learn from this conversation with John Mike, Director Loop Gospel. Today, June 2nd, Loop Community joined the music industry in…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy056 – Hope Darst
We sat down with Hope Darst to talk about her new single and upcoming album, her time with The Belonging Co, songwriting and what her life has been like during…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Matt Gleason
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Logan Doak
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Marvin Mumford
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy055 – Tony Sorrentino – Shifting an unhealthy worship culture
If you’re a worship pastor at a new church, or at a church where the culture is unhealthy, it can seem overwhelming trying to make changes. Tony Sorrentino…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Rob Benson – Epic Church
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Mark Paul – Eastside Community Church
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Andy Walker – The Bridge Church
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy054 – Jon Jones – Leading a Team
If your worship team doesn’t have clear expectations and communication, leading them can become very challenging. Matt McCoy interviews Jon Jones, a worship…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Matt Crosman – Woodlands Group of Churches
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoyCommunity Stories: Stephen Farrell – Newport Church
We know that this new season has created a lot of challenges for you as a worship leader. Because of this, we decided to do a handful of episodes called…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy053 – Aaron Keyes – Stewarding People
It can be easy as worship leaders to focus on the songs and the music. But one of the most important parts of worship leading, is leading the people at your…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy052 – Malcolm du Plessis – The History of Worship
Malcolm du Plessis joins the Loop Community podcast to discuss the history of worship and the state of worship songs today. He also talks about Common Hymnal…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy051 – How to prepare your church for live streaming
As many of us prepare to lead worship and have church live streamed, virtually or pre-recorded, we wanted to offer tips and suggestions on how to make the most…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy050 – Tommy Iceland
Tommy Iceland is a new artist and worship leader from Sweden. He joins the Loop Community podcast to talk about his story, writing with Chris Tomlin, and his…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy049 – Paul Baloche – Leading Your Congregation
Paul Baloche, best known for his songs “Open the Eyes of My Heart”, “Hosanna”, and many more, joins the Loop Community podcast! Matt McCoy interviews Paul on…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy048 – Jake Gosselin – Performing vs. Leading Worship
As worship leaders, it can be challenging to not start focusing more on the production part of leading, instead of the worship. Jake Gosselin, the Founder of…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy047 – Handling Burnout w/ Lucas and Evelyn Cortazio (Community Music)
Are you feeling burned out as a worship leader? From leading worship every single weekend to leading the members on your team, burnout is a real issue that…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy046 – Mack Brock – Leading worship boldly
Mack Brock joins the Loop podcast to talk about why he leads worship, how to lead when you don’t feel qualified, and how to trust God with opportunities in…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy045 – Leading Worship at Christmas w/ Phil Wickham
Are you feeling overwhelmed as we enter the Christmas season? Phil Wickham joins the Loop Community podcast to discuss how to lead worship when you don’t…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy044 – Why Multicultural Worship Is Important w/ Ayanda Khumalo
In this episode, Matt sits down with worship leader Ayanda Khumalo (T.K.) to talk about leading multicultural worship. They discuss the difference between…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy043 – The challenges we face and why we lead worship w/ Donnie Cox
As a worship leader, it can often be challenging being under a microscope and hearing other people’s opinions and views on everything from what songs you sing…
WorshipFuel with Matt McCoy042 – How to thrive creatively at your church w/ Sara Emmerson
Sara Emmerson, the Creative Pastor at Soul City Church in Chicago, joins the Loop Podcast to discuss how to help you and your team be creative in church…