Christian rock music is finding fresh momentum through artists who aren’t afraid to be honest about faith, struggle, and hope. In this episode, Jaren and Jade Lagore, sisters and founding members of the band JAREN, share their journey of calling, creativity, and why their music resonates deeply with Gen Z listeners.

Known for high-energy songs like Stand Strong, War Cry, and their latest release Poetic, Jaren and Jade open up about how God brought them together as a band, how their sound evolved into a rock-forward expression of faith, and why their mission centers on pointing wandering hearts back to Jesus. The conversation explores songwriting, authenticity, generational hunger for truth, and what it means to stand firm in faith in today’s cultural moment.

Highlights


How Jaren first sensed God’s call into Christian music


Why Jade initially said “no” to joining the band—and what changed


Growing up playing music together and finding God’s bigger plan


How JAREN developed its rock-driven sound with electric violin


Musical influences ranging from BarlowGirl to modern pop-rock


The balance of honesty and hope in Christian songwriting


The story behind the song Poetic and its message for Gen Z


Why spiritual hunger and revival seem to be rising among young adults


The band’s heart for reaching lukewarm and searching believers

Join the Conversation

What role has music played in strengthening your faith—or helping you wrestle honestly with truth?

Join the conversation and share your thoughts using #LifeAudio.

🔗 Resources & Links


🎵 Listen to JAREN on Youtube


🌐 Visit the band:thebandjaren.com


🎧 Discover more faith-based podcasts at LifeAudio.com

Christian rock music is finding fresh momentum through artists who aren&rsquo;t afraid to be honest about faith, struggle, and hope. In this episode, Jaren and Jade Lagore, sisters and founding members of the band JAREN, share their journey of calling, creativity, and why their music resonates deeply with Gen Z listeners.
Known for high-energy songs like Stand Strong, War Cry, and their latest release Poetic, Jaren and Jade open up about how God brought them together as a band, how their sound evolved into a rock-forward expression of faith, and why their mission centers on pointing wandering hearts back to Jesus. The conversation explores songwriting, authenticity, generational hunger for truth, and what it means to stand firm in faith in today&rsquo;s cultural moment.
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Highlights
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How Jaren first sensed God&rsquo;s call into Christian music
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Why Jade initially said &ldquo;no&rdquo; to joining the band&mdash;and what changed
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Growing up playing music together and finding God&rsquo;s bigger plan
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How JAREN developed its rock-driven sound with electric violin
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Musical influences ranging from BarlowGirl to modern pop-rock
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The balance of honesty and hope in Christian songwriting
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The story behind the song Poetic and its message for Gen Z
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Why spiritual hunger and revival seem to be rising among young adults
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The band&rsquo;s heart for reaching lukewarm and searching believers
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Join the Conversation
What role has music played in strengthening your faith&mdash;or helping you wrestle honestly with truth?
Join the conversation and share your thoughts using #LifeAudio.
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🔗 Resources &amp; Links
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🎵 Listen to JAREN on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMCj7rOr2mzg2vlwSbJ68nA">Youtube</a>
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🌐 Visit the band:<a href="https://www.thebandjaren.com/"> thebandjaren.com</a>
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🎧 Discover more faith-based podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio.com</a>
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Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.

Some of our favorite interviews include:

⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer

⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected

⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith

⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement

Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.

Crosswalk Talk: Celebrity Christian Interviews

Join us each week on Crosswalk Talk where we interview your favorite Christian celebrities. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment.
Some of our favorite interviews include:
⭐️ Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins Discuss Their Heartwarming Children's Book on Prayer
⭐️ Patricia Heaton and David Hunt Talk Faith, Life and Their Adoption Film Unexpected
⭐️ Willie and Korie Robertson Open Up About The Blind and the Generational Impact of Faith
⭐️ Phil Wickham Talks New Album, Songwriting, and the Deconstruction Movement
Let us know what famous Christian celebrities you want us to interview for the show!

From Violin to Rock Stage: Jaren & Jade Share Their Story of Calling

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