Audio Deacon
By: Brian Moats
Language: en-us
Categories: Music, Commentary
Audio Deacon provides music reviews and lists of albums to teach maturing Christians how to listen to records and what music to consume in our modern age. Audio Deacon also serves as a resource to parents, guiding them in modern music’s contents, glories, pitfalls, and conversations.
Episodes
An Aural Tasting Menu (Five Recordings Worth Your Time)
Jan 09, 2026In today’s episode, we walk through five recordings to start 2026 well, spanning instrumental rock, legacy songwriting, punk, acoustic covers, and laid-back folk-pop. We begin with Desert So Green by Winged Wheel, a patient, immersive instrumental project built on texture and momentum, followed by Peter Gabriel’s new single Been Undone, a reminder of his enduring curiosity and craft.
We also spend time with In Remembrance by Capillary, a clean, early-2000s-inspired punk debut; The Golden Heart Protector by Margaret Glaspy, a beautiful and intimate acoustic covers reco...
Duration: 00:13:56A Smorgasboard of Sound and Spicy Music Listening, with Jarrod Richey
Dec 13, 2025This week we are joined by the great Jarrod Richey to talk about records and music listening, and boy did this brother deliver. We talk about everything from Brad Paisley, to Chris Stapleton, to Jacques Loussier and Bach. Enjoy!
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Jarrod Richey lives in Monroe, Louisiana, where he teaches music and choir at Geneva Academy in West Monroe. He’s deeply involved in training young musicians and teachers alike, serving as the Musicianship Levels 1–3 instructor for the Chenaniah Summer Music Institute, which he also oversees.
Jarrod is the founder and director of the Delt...
Duration: 01:20:45Paul Hillier | Home to Thanksgiving
Nov 26, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at Paul Hillier's great album of gratitude, Home to Thanksgiving.
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Paul Hillier: Home to Thanksgiving: Songs of Thanks and Praise
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The Audio Deacon App + Five Great Records
Nov 08, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at 5 great records and a big announcement about the AD App!
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Chris Thile: Bach: Sonatas and Partitas, Vol. 2
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Keith Jarrett: The Koln Concert (Live)
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Rosalia: Lux
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The Mountain Goats: Through This Fire Across from...
Duration: 00:18:22Folk Light of Autumn: Jacob Collier, Madison Cunningham, and Andrew Peterson
Oct 23, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at the 3 new records that will work beautifully in your fall album rotation.
Listen to the Albums!
Jacob Collier: The Light for Days
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Madison Cunningham: Ace
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Andrew Peterson: The Light for Days
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Training Our Musical Diet
Oct 06, 2025In today's episode, I'm briefly discussing introducing pop and rap to children, along with a huge announcement!
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
This podcast provides brief music reviews, lists of recordings, and interviews with...
Duration: 00:12:48Brad Mehldau: Ride into the Sun
Sep 19, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at the new record from Brad Mehldau, Ride into the Sun.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.<...
Brian Dunne: Clams Casino
Sep 11, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at the new pop rock gem from Brian Dunne. Crank it!
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.<...
A Lovely Debut Folk Record from Fielder
Aug 28, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at the lovely debut record from Fielder.
Listen to the Album!
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
This podcast p...
Duration: 00:22:02An "Album of the Year" Contender from Racing Mount Pleasant
Aug 15, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at the stunning self-titled record from Racing Mount Pleasant.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
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Duration: 00:16:03Listening to Prince with Grandma: The Records That Made Adam Wright (The Corner Room)
Aug 07, 2025Today, we have our first artist interview!
Adam Wright is the founder of The Corner Room, a project that sets Scripture to music for meditation and memorization.
The Corner Room on Apple Music
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The Corner Room on Youtube
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
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Pop Music and Parodic Memory
Jul 25, 2025In today's episode we're discussing pop music, wisdom, and what we can call "parodic memory" when singing songs of the past.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
This podcast provides brief music reviews, lists of...
Duration: 00:11:15Benson Boone: American Heart
Jul 18, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at Benson Boone's American Heart.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
This podcast provides brief music reviews, lists of recordings, and interviews with thought leaders and musicians to t...
Duration: 00:15:39Creedence Clearwater Revival: Green River
Jul 04, 2025This Fourth of July, we’re diving into a quintessential American record: Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Green River.
To listen to this album, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this...
Watchhouse: Rituals
Jun 13, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at the lovely new record from Watchhouse titled Rituals.
To listen to this album, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in...
Ben Rector: The Richest Man in the World
May 30, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at Ben Rector's fantastic new record, The Richest Man in the World.
To listen to this album, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to co...
Arcade Fire: Pink Elephant
May 17, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at Arcade Fire's new introspective and subdued project, Pink Elephant.
To listen to this album, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this p...
New Music from Mobley, Natalia Lafourcade, and Stewart Copeland
May 09, 2025In today's episode, we discuss 3 new records, each one different than the last.
To listen to these records, find the links below.
Mobley: We Do Not Fear Ruins
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Stewart Copeland: Wild Concerto
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Natalia Lafourcade: Cancionera
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our ag...
Gerald Clayton: Ones & Twos
Apr 25, 2025In today's episode, we're taking a look at Gerald Clayton's excellent new jazz record, Ones and Twos.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this p...
Good Friday: "Passio" by Arvo Pärt
Apr 18, 2025In today's Good Friday episode, we're taking a look at Arvo Pärt's Passio.
For the text and translation of this album, click HERE.
To listen to this record, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused co...
Wilder Adkins: All Throughout the Day
Apr 11, 2025In today's episode, we cover the latest record from Wilder Adkins, All Throughout the Day.
To listen to this record, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in ou...
Alison Krauss & Union Station: Arcadia
Apr 04, 2025In today's episode, we cover the latest record from legendary bluegrass outfit, Alison Krauss and Union Station titled Arcadia.
To listen to this record, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to c...
Porter Robinson: Nurture
Mar 28, 2025In today's episode, we cover the great 2021 record from Porter Robinson titled Nurture.
To listen to this record, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical l...
Young People, Taste, and Formation
Mar 21, 2025In today's episode, we discuss young people and the gift of formation, before we introduce 5 new records to dig into this weekend.
For the Substack article on youth and formation, click HERE.
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To listen to these records, find the links below.
Charles Wesley Godwin: Lonely Mountain Town EP
Apple Music | Spotify
Rumer: In Session
Apple Music | Spotify
Alex Ventlin and Kim Paterson: Conversations
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Dvorak: Symphony No 8 and 7, Carnaval Overture
Apple Music | Spotify (NA)
Hohnen Ford: I...
Duration: 00:12:55Panda Bear: Sinister Grift
Mar 13, 2025In today's episode, we cover the great new record from Panda Bear.
To listen to this record, click a link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
Duration: 00:14:35
Echolalia
Mar 06, 2025In today's episode, we cover the new self titled record from Echolalia.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives.
Duration: 00:10:18
Sam Fender: People Watching
Feb 26, 2025In today's episode, we cover the latest record from Sam Fender.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to correct this problem in our musical lives for t...
Piers Faccini & Ballaké Sissoko: Our Calling
Feb 20, 2025Welcome to the Audio Deacon Podcast!
In today's episode, we cover the latest record from Piers Faccini & Ballaké Sissoko.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon ai...
Michigander: Self Titled
Feb 13, 2025Welcome to the Audio Deacon Podcast!
In today's episode, we cover the self-titled debut record from Michigander.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.
Audio Deacon aims to c...
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings: Woodland
Feb 03, 2025Welcome to the Audio Deacon Podcast!
In today's episode, we cover the latest record from Gillian Welch and David Rawlings titled Woodland.
To listen to this great record, click the link below.
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We live in a world of music because the Creator is the God of music.
But in our age, musical enjoyment and participation has taken a severe nose-dive, resulting in reluctant music-makers and confused consumers.