There was an uproar on social media a few weeks ago when Tomlin UNITED Tour (Chris Tomlin & Hillsong UNITED) revealed they would be selling VIP passes to their upcoming worship tour. Many people argued it was a sign that Christian music has lost its way, while others defended the choice saying such measures are necessary to help artists make money. Today we talk with Dr. Nicholas Greco and get his thoughts on the topic. Also, for the first time we feature some of YOU! We'd love to have more of our listeners joining in the conversation so keep watching for ways to do so.

Dr. Nicholas Greco is the provost at Providence University College and Theological Seminary in Otterburne, Manitoba.

Dr. Greco’s research interests revolve around popular music, popular culture and the nature of celebrity. He has written extensively on the enigmatic star image of the British singer Morrissey, on Joss Whedon’s televisual texts and on David Bowie’s later career. His book, The Rosary and the Microphone: Religious Impulse in U2’s Mediated Brand, is his most recent release.

Today on Connections Dr. Greco gives us some insight on Christian music and whether or not Christian bands should be offering VIP tickets or special experiences.  

There was an uproar on social media a few weeks ago when Tomlin UNITED Tour (Chris Tomlin &amp; Hillsong UNITED) revealed they would be selling VIP passes to their upcoming worship tour. Many people argued it was a sign that Christian music has lost its way, while others defended the choice saying such measures are necessary to help artists make money. Today we talk with Dr. Nicholas Greco and get his thoughts on the topic. Also, for the first time we feature some of YOU! We'd love to have more of our listeners joining in the conversation so keep watching for ways to do so.
Dr. Nicholas Greco is the provost at Providence University College and Theological Seminary in Otterburne, Manitoba.
Dr. Greco&rsquo;s research interests revolve around popular music, popular culture and the nature of celebrity. He has written extensively on the enigmatic star image of the British singer Morrissey, on Joss Whedon&rsquo;s televisual texts and on David Bowie&rsquo;s later career. His book, The Rosary and the Microphone: Religious Impulse in U2&rsquo;s Mediated Brand, is his most recent release.
Today on Connections Dr. Greco gives us some insight on Christian music and whether or not Christian bands should be offering VIP tickets or special experiences. &nbsp;

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