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20 The Countdown Magazine

Published by William Ryan, III

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20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music!

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  1. Number 35Music commentaryAustralia
  2. Number 181MusicAustralia
  3. Number 20Music commentaryCanada
  4. Number 96MusicCanada
  5. Number 86Music commentaryUnited States

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  1. 20 The Countdown Magazine (9/12/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Sep 11, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week, WR3 celebrates seven years as host of 20 The Countdown Magazine and shares the personal story of how he became part of the show. The countdown also delivers one of its most surprising debuts ever, along with new artist stories, this week’s Christian music news, a visit with our Station of the Week in South Florida, and another round of Future Fan Favorite voting. Listen now to find out how the Top 20 unfolds! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  2. 20 The Countdown Magazine (9/5/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Sep 4, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Ryan Stevenson celebrates 10 years of “Eye of the Storm” with a special new version honoring his late friend Gabe Patillo. We’ll also hear about Lauren Daigle’s new Krewe Pass app and a new television show that brings some familiar Christian artists into the kitchen. Terrian is your Future Fan Favorite winner with “You Remain,” and our 20Throwback takes us back to 2012 with Sidewalk Prophets and “Live Like That.” Join William Ryan III as he counts down this week’s 20 biggest songs in Christian music! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  3. 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/29/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Aug 28, 20261 hr 44 min

    We’re counting down the Top 20 songs in Christian music this week, including some big moves up the chart and several newer songs making their way toward the top. William also remembers the extraordinary life and faith of Dolly Parton, including her long history with the GMA Dove Awards and collaborations with Christian artists. You’ll hear about Jamie MacDonald’s new song inspired by *The Chosen* and a new biblical movie executive-produced by Michael W. Smith. Plus, we have a special Dolly Parton and Zach Williams 20XTRA, reveal last week’s Future Fan Favorite winner, introduce two new songs for your vote, and spotlight Arizona Hope Radio in Flagstaff and Prescott, Arizona. Which song reaches number one? Listen to find out! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  4. 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/22/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Aug 21, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William counts down the biggest songs in Christian music and catches up on stories from Hope Darst, Leanna Crawford, and Elevation Rhythm’s Nate Diaz. We’ll also visit WMIE in Cocoa, Florida, a longtime 20TCM affiliate, and rewind to 2016 with Stars Go Dim and “You Are Loved.” Plus, two new songs compete for your vote as this week’s Future Fan Favorite. Which song will take the top spot? Listen now to find out! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  5. 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/15/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Aug 14, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ll tell you about a new movie celebrating some of the biggest worship songs of all time, Forrest Frank’s record-breaking Jesus Generation Tour, and Phil Wickham’s recent visit to Fox & Friends. Plus, we’re going back to Steven Curtis Chapman’s “Dive” for this week’s Throwback, and you’ll meet The Dove Radio Network in Medford, Oregon, our Station of the Week. We’ll also count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and give you two new songs to vote on for Future Fan Favorite! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  6. 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/8/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Aug 7, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the countdown keeps moving with new music climbing the chart, including a strong debut from Cochren & Co. We also welcome the WBCL Radio Network to the 20 family as our Station of the Week and celebrate their 50 years of ministry on the air. In the news, we take you to the Ark Encounter for the kickoff of the world's largest Christian music festival, hear about Joel Smallbone's latest movie role alongside his wife Moriah, and break down the newly announced Dove Award nominations, including one of the toughest categories of the year: Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year. We'll also hear from this week's Future Fan Favorite winner, Tate Butts, and introduce two brand-new Fresh Finds from Katy Nichole and Red Rocks Worship & Chris Brown. Plus, we'll count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music, according to this week's chart, on another exciting edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  7. 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/1/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jul 31, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Zach Williams looks to hold onto the top spot, but Josiah Queen and CeCe Winans are right behind him and making things interesting. We'll also see who earns this week's Biggest Mover honors and welcome a brand-new song to the countdown. In Artist News, Leanna Crawford shares some exciting family news, Francesca Battistelli opens up about returning with new music after an eight-year break, and Seph Schlueter announces a new children's book inspired by one of his biggest songs. You'll also hear this week's Station of the Week, check out two brand-new Future Fan Favorite songs, and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music on this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  8. 20 The Countdown Magazine (7/25/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jul 24, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're celebrating some exciting artist news from Jeremy Rosado, taking to the skies with Natalie Layne for a one-of-a-kind performance, and highlighting one of this week's biggest new Christian music releases. Plus, we revisit a favorite from Stars Go Dim in this week's Throwback and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. Thanks for listening! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  9. 20 The Countdown Magazine (7/18/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jul 17, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III counts down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and catches you up on what's happening with some of your favorite artists. You'll hear about Matthew West's unforgettable trip to Alaska, Britt Nicole's first performance at Nashville's legendary Ryman Auditorium, and Brandon Lake's recent appearance on CBS Mornings, where he shares the heart behind his music. Plus, we shine the spotlight on our Station of the Week, KGBA & KROP in El Centro, California, celebrate another Future Fan Favorite, and count down all the way to this week's biggest song in Christian music. Thanks for listening to 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  10. 20 The Countdown Magazine (7/11/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jul 10, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, one of the year's biggest songs continues its run at the top, but the race is getting tighter as several familiar favorites continue to climb. There's a brand new debut from Forrest Frank, strong upward movement from Micah Tyler and TobyMac, and another shakeup inside the Top 10. You'll also hear the latest artist news, including Lauren Daigle celebrating the Fourth of July in front of more than 400,000 people in Nashville, Joel Smallbone marking 13 years of marriage with a look back at his wedding day, and Steven Curtis Chapman sharing why he never takes the freedom to live out his faith for granted. Plus, we'll introduce two brand new Future Fan Favorite contenders and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. Thanks for listening to 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  11. 20 The Countdown Magazine (7/4/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jul 3, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a familiar favorite is back in the spotlight as a former chart-topper makes a big move toward the top, while two brand new songs make their chart debut. We also count down another week of the biggest songs in Christian music and find out which artist claims the number one spot. Along the way, Ben Fuller shares what God has been teaching him as his ministry continues to grow, Jeremy Camp joins Dude Perfect for a special night that ends with worship and the Gospel, and Matthew West reflects on true freedom after taking part in a powerful Independence Day celebration in Washington, D.C. You'll also hear last week's Future Fan Favorite winner, cast your vote between new songs from Leanna Crawford and Megan Woods, and we'll spotlight our Station of the Week, KETQ in Yuba City, California. Thanks for listening to another edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  12. 20 The Countdown Magazine (6/27/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jun 26, 20261 hr 44 min

    Join William Ryan III as he counts down this week's biggest songs in Christian music on 20 The Countdown Magazine! This week, there's a new song making its debut in the Top 20, while several artists continue their climb toward the top of the chart. You'll hear music from Matthew West, CeCe Winans, Elevation Rhythm, Zach Williams, MercyMe, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, We The Kingdom, Josiah Queen, Jamie MacDonald, Tauren Wells, and more. Along the way, we'll hear about CAIN's upcoming Live and in Worship Tour, Leanna Crawford's new behind-the-scenes video series leading up to her upcoming album, and Anne Wilson celebrating the release of her brand-new book, *Rebel*. Plus, we'll introduce this week's Future Fan Favorite nominees and reveal which station we're recognizing as our Station of the Week. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  13. 20 The Countdown Magazine (6/20/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jun 19, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, several songs continue their climb toward the top of the chart, including a strong move from CeCe Winans and a Top 10 breakthrough for Josiah Queen. You'll also hear music from MercyMe, Zach Williams, Elevation Worship, We The Kingdom, Phil Wickham, Caleb & John, and more. We'll take a trip back to 2018 for this week's Throwback with Tauren Wells and his hit song "Known." Plus, we'll spotlight our Station of the Week, WFST in Caribou, Maine, a longtime affiliate serving listeners in the northeastern corner of the United States. And don't forget to cast your vote in this week's Future Fan Favorite matchup featuring new music from Dan Bremnes and Jon Reddick. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  14. 20 The Countdown Magazine (6/13/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jun 12, 20261 hr 44 min

    On this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're counting down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and checking in with listeners around the world. You'll hear from our Station of the Week, 97.3 JCFM The Rock Radio in the Philippines, revisit a 2012 favorite from Sidewalk Prophets in our Throwback feature, and vote on two brand-new Future Fan Favorite contenders from CAIN and Ellie Holcomb. Plus, we'll share stories about Brandon Lake bringing worship to CMA Fest, CAIN opening up about identity and success, and Maverick City Music leading worship at Walt Disney World. Join William Ryan III for two hours of music, artist stories, and encouragement on this week's countdown. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  15. 20 The Countdown Magazine (6/6/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    Jun 5, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we've got plenty of movement across the chart, including a couple of artists making big jumps toward the Top 5 and a familiar favorite continuing an impressive run near the top. You'll hear music from MercyMe, CeCe Winans, Zach Williams, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, Blessing Offor, Caleb & John, and more. Plus, we'll take a trip back to 1998 for this week's Throwback with FFH. Along the way, we'll celebrate some exciting life news from Emerson Day, hear about a unique airborne performance from The Afters, and share a special moment between CeCe Winans and a newly drafted NFL player. We'll also feature this week's Future Fan Favorite winner and tell you about two brand-new songs competing for your votes. Thanks for listening, and enjoy this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  16. 20 The Countdown Magazine (5/30/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    May 29, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Caleb & John celebrate a huge Grand Ole Opry moment with Steven Curtis Chapman, Phil Wickham heads to the baseball field in Kentucky for a special first pitch, and Michael W. Smith invites fans on an unforgettable cruise through Norway’s fjords. Plus, new music keeps climbing, the Future Fan Favorite winner is revealed, and one artist earns another week at the top of the chart. You’ll also hear this week’s 20XTRA song, “The Blessing” from Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  17. 20 The Countdown Magazine (5/23/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    May 22, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s a shakeup near the top of the chart as several artists continue making big moves heading into summer! CeCe Winans climbs higher into the Top 10, Phil Wickham debuts a brand new song on the chart, and we throw it back to Matthew West’s 2016 hit “Grace Wins.” You’ll also hear the latest Christian music news, including Forrest Frank turning a fan challenge into a brand new music project, CeCe Winans announcing her first-ever devotional book, and thousands gathering in Washington, D.C. for Rededicate 250 with worship led by Chris Tomlin. Plus, we crown a new Future Fan Favorite winner and introduce two brand new songs for you to vote on for next week’s show! 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  18. 20 The Countdown Magazine (5/16/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    May 15, 20261 hr 44 min

    Fresh music, big stories, and a brand new artist hit the countdown this week on 20 The Countdown Magazine. Bay Turner makes his debut on the chart and shares the story behind his new song, plus we catch up with Phil Wickham about an exciting new project coming later this year. We also spotlight our Station of the Week from the Caribbean and bring you this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner. Plus, Matthew West, MercyMe, Elevation Worship, Zach Williams, and more battle it out across this week’s Top 20. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  19. 20 The Countdown Magazine (5/9/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    May 8, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s plenty of movement across the Top 20 as some longtime favorites continue battling for the top spot and a few newer songs keep gaining momentum. Blanca returns to the countdown with her new song “I’m Yours” featuring Ryan Ellis, and she shares the story behind the track. You’ll also hear the latest Christian music news, including Phil Wickham announcing a brand new book called Everyday Hallelujah, an update on Natalie Grant after a recent medical emergency, and an unforgettable moment as Terrian performs “Testimony” alongside a young fan whose personal story makes the song hit even deeper. Plus, we spotlight WWWA Maine in Portland, Maine as our Station of the Week, celebrate Holly Brand winning this week’s Future Fan Favorite with “I Know Somebody,” and preview two brand new songs battling for your votes this week. It’s two hours packed with the biggest songs in Christian music, artist stories, encouragement, and a few surprises along the way on 20 The Countdown Magazine. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

  20. 20 The Countdown Magazine (5/2/26) from 20 The Countdown Magazine, opens in a new tab

    May 1, 20261 hr 44 min

    This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a brand new artist makes her countdown debut, Phil Wickham celebrates 20 years since his very first album, and Andrew Ripp shares the story behind his song “I’d Do It Again.” Plus, We The Kingdom takes us inside their new song “Rescue Me,” we throw it back to TobyMac in 2010, and your votes decide this week’s Future Fan Favorite winner. All that, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music, coming up on 20 The Countdown Magazine. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

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