Under the Radar

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

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The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/76-rich-mullins-251

We've got the foot on the gas as we make some major updates and improvements to our ministry as part of our 2017 creative relaunch.  This current site (radarradio.net) is in its final weeks of e...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-medias-new-online-home-utrmedia.org

The UTR Media creative re-launch continues! Over the last week, we launched 2 new podcasts that lovers of well-crafted music should enjoy. Descriptions and links are below - and it's always helpf...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/new-podcasts-good-patron-green-room-door

"Under The Radar" started in 2008 as a syndicated radio show and podcast. In 2014, it become an independent non-profit organization. But now in 2017, it's time to pivot.  We are no longer built ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/bonus-introducing-the-gourmet-music-podcast

In early 2016, a UTR artist challenged us to think about growing. "What would it look like if Under The Radar was THE leading voice for folks interested in indie Christian music?" The question w...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/whats-happening-with-the-relaunch-into-utr-media

We have lots of exciting things blooming because of the re-launch and re-brand to UTR MEDIA.  We have a new website coming very soon (both mobile friendly and user friendly). We will be doing a...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/new-podcast-gourmet-music

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/ettl-2017-photo-montage-video

When CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS released his 10th album The City Makes The Man in 2014, I had heard of him, but was mostly unfamiliar with his music.  We met for the first time that fall, and quickl...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-christopher-williams

ESCAPE TO THE LAKE is my favorite week of the year, and because of the beauty of this amazing community, it is one of the best representations of the Church of Christ that I have ever encountered...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/recap-of-escape-to-the-lake-2017

We have called together the UTR Critics Panel to choose the music that most impacted them during the first half of 2017. We all have go-to favorites from years-gone-by, but it can be difficult (...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-albums-songs-of-2017-so-far

Greg & Kate House is one of the sweetest couples you'll ever meet. We are so grateful that they've been attendees of the last two ESCAPE TO THE LAKES, and that they are on the roster to perform ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-the-asking

One of the initiatives funded through our 2016 Kickstarter campaign was the release of FIVE new multi-artist compilation albums in 2017.  The latest offering from UNDER THE RADAR is a collectio...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/new-free-album-live-at-ettl-vol.3

For the last 8+ years, UNDER THE RADAR has been primarily one thing: a radio show/podcast... with a few supporting pieces around it like concerts, blog posts, contests, etc.  We are ready ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-big-next-step-you-can-help

If you haven't yet seen them, check out the world premiere video #1 "Fall On Me"  and video #2 "Foothold" from New Jersey folk-rock outfit FORBROTHERS.  This is the 3rd and final debut mus...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/forbrothers-world-premiere-video-3-of-3-make-something-right

I haven't been keeping it a secret, and for various reasons haven't been blasting this publicly either (until now) - I AM A PART-TIME UBER DRIVER.  This last January, after our Q4 fundraising fo...

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The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/look-out-below-branches

We are excited to present the WILD WILD MIDWEST TOUR featuring music from Dove Award-nominated artist JOHN TIBBS (and full band), critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter JESS RAY, and on-the-...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-presents-the-wild-wild-midwest-tour-may-17-21

We hope you had a chance to catch the video world premiere #1 "Fall On Me" plus our exclusive interview with the band FORBROTHERS.  The 2nd world premiere video in our series is the song "Foot...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/forbrothers-world-premiere-video-2-of-3-foothold

In the northeast, their talent has been turning a lot of heads. We are excited the New Jersey-based band FORBROTHERS will be making the trek to peform live at Escape To The Lake 2017 this Augu...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-forbrothers

In the days that lead up to the celebration of Christ's resurrection, we are hosting a concert with songs to celebrate the themes of redemption, forgiveness, and Jesus' sacrificial love.  And yo...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/holy-week-online-concert-w-caroline-cobb-apr.13

This time each year, I get this opportunity to share my personal favorite song for this year's Easter weekend celebration.  The first time I heard it was on the final morning of Escape To The La...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/daves-favorite-easter-song-of-2017

Hailing from New Jersey, the acoustic rock band FORBROTHERS consists of two sets of brothers with tight harmonies and driving melodies.  Their most recent studio project FOOL released in 201...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/forbrothers-world-premiere-video-1-of-3-fall-on-me

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/import_order_61

We are excited to be the exclusive media sponsor of WIDE EYED WONDER TOUR with legendary and Grammy-nominated band THE CHOIR, making stops coast-to-coast in March and April 2017 - featuring a f...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/help-utr-on-the-choirs-tour

Staci Frenes is an author, speaker, and singer-songwriter who has been engaging with audiences for years.  Her songs have been featured on Nashville, The Biggest Loser, America's Next Top Mod...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-staci-frenes

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/the-sights-of-utrs-escape-to-the-lake

ESCAPE TO THE LAKE is our favorite week of the year.  It's ... it's ... well, it's not easy to describe.  Think: concerts + laughter + deep conversations + s'mores + engaging sessions + devotio...

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UTR IS THE EXCLUSIVE MEDIA SPONSOR FOR THE CHOIR’S 2017 “WIDE EYED WONDER TOUR” FEBRUARY 1, 2017 – – Legendary rock band THE CHOIR is happy to announce that UNDER THE RADAR will ser...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-partners-with-the-choir-for-new-wide-eyed-wonder-tour

Under the Radar is pleased to announce the release of a new 16-track various artist album called UTR'S BEST SONGS OF 2016, available FOR FREE (or free-will tipping) at NoiseTrade.com !  This...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-presents-the-best-songs-of-2016-album-available-for-free-or-a-tip

We love JENNY & TYLER so much - superb musicians and fantastic people.  They are one of the most-played and most-interviewed artists in UTR's history.  We've also promoted several concerts and...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/jenny-tyler-online-concert-to-benefit-utr-jan.23

On the full list of the Top Gourmet Songs of 2016 , the UTR Critics cited over 50 individual tracks.  We share several of them on this podcast.  At 80-minutes long, this is one of the longest e...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-gourmet-songs-of-2016-episode-367

In addition to choosing the annual Top 11 Gourmet Albums , the esteemed UTR Panel of Critics picks individual songs that have impressed, moved, or impacted them in some way this past year. It's...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/top-gourmet-songs-of-2016

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/christian-music-does-not-suck-top-11-2016

We are in a transition time at UTR, planning, prepping, and gearing up for an entire creative relaunch in Spring of 2017 -- including a new website, new branding, new content channels, and more c...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2016-episode-366

This is one of our favorite UTR traditions - to honor the best of the best music from the year gone by.  Our honors are not for popularity, sales, or radio spins - our 10-member panel of critics...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2016

As we do each year, the UTR Critics Panel convenes and votes on the music that they consider to be the very best of the year. Making our final Top 11 Gourmet Albums of the Year list is not ea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/honorable-mention-2016

The new year is a time for fresh starts, which often means a time for individuals to make resolutions to help them adjust some priorities. The idea of NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS has been under a lot ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/what-is-your-musical-new-years-resolution

BUILDATHON is a time we set aside annually to celebrate the various ways God has used the ministry of UTR over the past year.  You'll see quotes, pics, links, and videos on our website and Faceb...

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Music videos are easy to miss these days with social media being the main vehicle for distribution. So we did our best (maybe missed a few) to find and share THE 9 BEST "GOURMET" MUSIC VIDEOS OF ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-gourmet-music-videos-of-2016

When it's time to dust off Christmas music each year, most people go back to the familiar tunes by familiar artists -- from Bing Crosby to Mariah Carey to Steven Curtis Chapman.  But finding new...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-christmas-albums-of-2016

> Here's a copy of Dave Trout's first article published at > RabbitRoom.com  on 11/10/16: "Wait 'Til > Next Year " I have been deeply connected to the CHICAGO CUBS for the las...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/wait-til-next-year

I am so thankful for this moment. This show almost ended without warning in 2014, but it's an entirely different feeling to end this chapter on our own terms. And there are all the things we are...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/8th-anniversary-radio-finale-episode-365

Robin Hood is considered a hero and a “prince of thieves” because he robs from the rich and elite and gives to the poor.  But who is the poster-boy for someone who takes from the poor to giv...

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The finish line is just in front of us -- this is the second-to-last radio program of UTR.  In the pre-show announcements we share the snapshot of why we're doing that and how we are moving forw...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-josh-garrels-pt.-2-episode-364

We fell in love with the music of Josh Garrels in the early days of UTR, and hundreds of folks have cited us as being the place they discovered his talent.  On this episode I say "he might be on...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-josh-garrels-pt.-1-episode-363

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/christopher-williams-swing-wide-the-glimmering-gates

In planning our final radio shows, one of the fan-favorite themes that's just pure fun is when we do all cover songs, so I was happy we could do this one more time in this era of UTR.  We are ex...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-cover-songs-episode-362

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/utrs-kickstarter-video-2016

WHATCHAGONNADOOO, WORLD OF INDIE MUSIC... AFTER A CROWD-FUNDED RELAUNCHED UNDER THE RADAR RUNS WILD ON YOU?! BROTHER. -- Acoustic Hulk Hogan Our first ever Kickstarter Campaign is now LIVE ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-kickstarter-is-here-help-utr-go-to-the-next-level

The roots of this episode harken back to UTR's former parent organization, ReFrame Media.  I had the privilege of hosting Judah & The Lion for a private lunch-time concert and interview back i...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/guest-co-host-judah-the-lion-episode-361

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/judah-the-lion-southern-ground

We used to release mid-week bonus podcast episodes fairly regularly... at least 5 or more each year.  But that tradition ended in 2014 when UTR became an independent ministry.  We had to scale ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/songs-in-the-queue-pt.-2-episode-360

In just a few days (on Oct. 13), UTR will launch our first ever Kickstarter campaign.  We have one month to raise 100% of our goal, or we don't get a penny.  And these funds are not for our day...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/preview-of-utrs-kickstarter-tiers

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/rick-lee-james-my-saviors-love

Music festivals. 5-course meals. Fireworks shows. With many things in life, sometimes the best is saved for last. Since we rarely repeat a song on UTR, we are careful about what we play and when ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/songs-in-the-cue-pt.1-episode-359

I can remember the first time I heard a song by Tanya Godsey.  It sticks with you.  It was 2013, shortly after her music was requested by a UTR listener.  The powerful piano melodies, compell...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-tanya-godsey-episode-358

You can hear the talent oozing in just the first few notes of her music. We have also gotten to know TANYA GODSEY personally over the last few years, and we can tell you that the person behind ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/tanya-godsey

We are excited to announce the release of UTR's latest compilation album LIVE AT ESCAPE TO THE LAKE, VOL. 2 - featuring 14 high-quality live recordings direct from the main stage at ETTL 2016 ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/new-utr-album-live-at-ettl-vol.-2

One of the comments we receive quite often about what folks love about UTR is that we are a place of music discovery.  It's an honor to be a trusted voice in a crowded musical marketplace, and w...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/diy-artist-debuts-episode-357

UTR's next benefit concert features OH-based songwriter, author, podcast host, and worship leader RICK LEE JAMES.  Rick was the VIP guest on episode #342 of UTR, and has garnered a lot of note...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/online-benefit-concert-with-rick-lee-james-oct.8

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/andrew-peterson-my-one-safe-place

One of the main reasons why UTR exists at all is that in 2007 I "rediscovered" the music of Andrew Peterson, and it turned out to be the most encouraging spiritual balm for my soul that year. Mos...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-andrew-peterson-episode-356

In November 2008, we held a special launch concert just days before the brand new radio ministry UNDER THE RADAR hit the airwaves for the first time.  Our guest for that celebration was someo...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/tickets-on-sale-utrs-8th-anniversary-concert-nov.19

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/future-of-utr-3-three-phases

In June 2009, only 7 months after UTR launched, I took a road trip with a couple of friends.  We were talking about music and what UTR was aiming to accomplish, and one of those friends (Mike Ge...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/songs-on-death-grief-episode-355

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/joy-ike-nomad-live-ettl

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/future-of-utr-2-inspirations

When the decision was made to end production of the UTR Radio Show (our final show in this format releases on 11-11-16 but we are continuing with our mission including podcasts), we had not ye...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-interview-guest-ellie-holcomb-episode-354

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/the-future-of-utr-1-the-end

We return with brand new episodes, starting with an insider's audio journal to UTR's flagship event and the best music gathering of the summer, Escape To The Lake 2016.  Both music makers and mu...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/audio-recap-of-escape-to-the-lake-2016-episode-353

I walked into ESCAPE TO THE LAKE 2016 a bit conflicted. I felt confident that God would meet us in a special way. Yet, at the same time I knew that I wouldn't be able to shake how difficult the j...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/recap-of-escape-to-the-lake-2016

This is the final week of our 2016 summer hiatus.  The last few weeks we have dipped back 4-5 years into the archives, and on this show we only go back 1.5 years.  Episode 304 originally aired ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/the-gray-havens-pick-all-the-music-episode-304

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/ettl-2016-photo-montage-video

I discovered the amazing music of The Farewell Drifters at Cornerstone 2010 and it was love at first listen.  A year later I had the pleasure of hosting them for a private concert and interview�...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-the-farewell-drifters-episode-154

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/cindy-morgan-leaning-on-you

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/the-vespers-cottonfield

This episode originally aired in July of 2011, and shows that gourmet music is found around the globe.  We love celebrating these voices from different countries... all speaking the universal la...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-international-artists-episode-140

We are excited to release UTR's latest album:  a 20-track Sampler featuring all of the ETTL 2016 artists.  ETTL is happening August 8-11 in Cedar Lake, IN - which is UTR's flagship event each y...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-new-album-20-track-ettl-2016-sampler-free

From Day #1 of UTR, our most consistent tradition has been the Radar Rewind.  Every single episode in 350+ shows has included at least one homage to the gourmet music of yesteryear.  On this sh...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-radar-rewinds-with-guest-randy-stonehill-episode-256

UTR has always been passionate about well-crafted songwriting. In an effort to invest in developing songwriters, last summer we held the first ever ETTL SONGWRITERS' BOOTCAMP - where folks got ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/ettl-songwriters-bootcamp-open-to-the-public

One great thing about having a summer hiatus is the chance to re-visit some of the best UTR episodes from yesteryear.  I'm really proud of the finished product, which includes interviews with at...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/rich-mullins-tribute-pt.3

Not too long ago, UTR Correspondent JOEL MENDEZ was able to sit down for a 1-on-1 interview with singer-songwriter (and recent reality TV celebrity) BRADY TOOPS.  Here's their conversation about...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-brady-toops

A few other audio tributes for Rich Mullins have been produced over the years, but I truly believe that our 3-part special stands up as one of the best.  At some point, I had heard that John J. ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/rich-mullins-tribute-pt.2-episode-205

In a 1992 interview, Rich Mullins shared his mission.  It wasn't to evangelize.  It wasn't to raise funds for a charity.  It wasn't to sell the most albums.  His simple mission was this: to ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/rich-mullins-tribute-pt.1-episode-204

ANITA LUSTREA is one of the most respected names in the history of Christian radio, and is highly regarded as one of the most talented interviewers in that field.  I (Dave) used to work at Moody...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-dave-trout-interviewed-by-anita-lustrea

This episode was NOT supposed to happen (true).  Our summer hiatus was going to be 8 weeks long and begin this week.  But as we scoured and sampled all the great picks from the UTR Critics, we ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/best-of-2016-so-far-pt.2-episode-352

You likely heard the comments Bono made about his desire to see more authenticity in Christian music -- if not we have the full transcript here .  It's our perspective that Bono was not saying t...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-panelists-respond-to-bono

I always love the episodes that feature picks from our Critics Panel - you know the music is going to be stellar.  This is once again true with this jam-packed hour of music.  In fact, we origi...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/best-of-2016-so-far-pt.1-episode-351

The Critics Panel choices of the music that most impacted them during the first half of 2016 reveal a number of artists new to Under the Radar's "Best of" lists. This, in addition to artists alre...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-albums-songs-of-2016-so-far

UNDER THE RADAR (in partnership with CrossWinds Church Chicago) welcome back to the Windy City award-winning band from NYC, BURLAP TO CASHMERE, live in concert on THURSDAY, JULY 7TH!  They are ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/burlap-to-cashmere-live-in-chicago-worldwide

There have been a couple of times in the last couple of years that I seriously doubted we would ever make it to Show #350. More than anything else, this is a moment of gratitude for me personally...

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There is no artist that I've seen more in concert in my life or that better represents what UTR's mission is all about than Sir Eric Peters.  It's always a treat to visit with him (he might als...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-interview-guest-eric-peters-episode-349

We are really excited that UTR'S ESCAPE TO THE LAKE 2016 is almost here -- coming August 8-11 in Cedar Lake, IN.  We want to make the event as accessible as possible, so we are offering some sp...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/discounts-up-to-130-off-for-ettl-2016

These episodes are so epic, it spills into two parts.  Story is a powerful tool, and usually causes one to lean into something or someone.  These in-depth stories behind the songs help us engag...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/stories-behind-the-songs-pt.-2-episode-348

I have been personally excited for this episode for quite some time. It takes a lot of extra time and effort to put together shows like these, where we have to dig through dozens of artist interv...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/stories-behind-the-songs-pt.-1-episode-347

Here's a bit of behind-the-scenes scoop on this episode.  I actually conducted this interview with The Vespers back in 2012, and for various reasons never got a chance to play this section where...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-co-hosts-the-vespers-episode-346

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/selfie-interview-with-mr.-mrs.-something

Native to Chicago, MARON GAFFRON is a passionate and soulful singer-songwriter who we first played on UTR 4-years ago on Episode #183 .  She is making a comeback to the music scene, and likely t...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-maron-gaffron

We love featuring the music of some UTR favorites, like Andrew Peterson, Sara Groves, Josh Garrels, and Burlap To Cashmere.  But we are always keeping our ears open to the new music we are not a...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-debuting-artists-on-utr-episode-345

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/steven-delopoulos-another-day-live-at-ettl

UTR's new various artist album is called LIVE AT ESCAPE TO THE LAKE, VOL. 1 and is now available for free at NoiseTrade (tips encouraged & all tips go to support UTR's ministry work). These liv...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/new-utr-album-live-at-ettl-vol.-1

Join us for this you-name-the-price ticketed event which will take place on UTR's ConcertWindow page , which is mobile friendly. So enjoy this concert from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone.  A...

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This episode is a flashback to show #183 from May 2012.  We thought this could tie in well for Mother's Day Weekend.  It was nice to weave in interview clips from Sara Groves, Lori Chaffer, Ran...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/celebrating-moms-diy-artists-episode-183

A 22-minute mini film featuring a conversation between Bono and Eugene Peterson on the topic of THE PSALMS was just released (and available to view below).  Part of the conversation focused on t...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/bono-asks-for-more-authenticity-in-christian-music

If there's one episode that deserves a 2nd spin each year, it's our annual audio countdown of the Top 11 Gourmet Albums of the Year.  Last year's list of critics' picks is an outstanding collect...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/episode-335-top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2015-revisited

The late, great Yogi Berra once said, "When you arrive at a fork in the road, take it." Under The Radar finds itself with the opportunity to dream about the future of our ministry.  This is a ra...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/share-your-voice-...-shape-our-future

This is a special week for me, because without Mike Farris there probably wouldn't be Under The Radar.  In late 2007, I stumbled upon the Memphis-blues and soulful roots artist Mike Farris.  I ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-interview-guest-mike-farris-episode-344

We have begun the new tradition of regularly hosting online benefit concerts -- allowing you to have a live concert and hear from the hearts of UTR artists without even putting your shoes on.  O...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/online-concert-with-christopher-williams-apr-26

Little know fact: On our production schedule, this week was supposed to be a rerun.  Last month the idea dawned on me to do a show previewing some of the amazing artists coming to ETTL 2016, som...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/preview-of-escape-to-the-lake-2016-episode-343

> Our guest correspondent Joel Mendez covered the Philly stop on the > “Folk Hop N’ Roll Tour” with Judah & The Lion and shared this > review as well as photos�...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-judah-the-lion-in-philly

I found out about the music of Nick Flora on an episode of UTR where Andy Osenga was the guest co-host and picked out the music.  I quickly fell in love with Nick AND his music.  He was a part ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/nick-flora-picks-the-music-episode-286

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/selfie-interview-with-the-gray-havens

Our first online auction in Fall 2015 was a big hit, and our Spring auction is now here.  You have a chance to bid on 16 rare and one-of-a-kind music packages... as a gift for yourself or as a g...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-spring-online-benefit-auction

This replay originally aired on 1/31/14, and it features all requests from UTR listeners.  Our listeners always do a stellar job at putting playlists together, and this is no exception. The show...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-listener-requests-episode-226

We are getting very excited for our one-of-a-kind flagship event that unites some of UTR's best artists with a couple hundred UTR listeners.  Trust us when we tell you, you will NOT want to miss...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/final-days-for-ettl-2016-early-bird-discount

This is one of the longest-standing traditions at Under The Radar as our 8th consecutive all-new Easter Radio Special.  We hope this can serve as a soundtrack to your celebration of Christ's dea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/easter-radio-special-2016-with-guest-rick-lee-james-episode-342

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/rick-lee-james-the-invitation

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/lord-remember-me-ben-shive

One of my favorite traditions this time each year is to share my personal favorite song for this year's Easter weekend celebration.  It doesn't have to be a song released this year -- it's the o...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/daves-favorite-easter-song-of-2016

If you're a songwriter, you might've dreamt of the day when you could be in the company of fellow musicians -- collaborating and inspiring one another. Now is your chance. On APRIL 8TH, we would ...

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One time we were on a long family road trip, and the either the only restaurant option or the only one that could be agreed upon was McDonalds.  It was on this trip that I did something I had ne...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/creative-worship-guest-caroline-cobb-episode-341

We recently chatted with Ohio-based musician RICK LEE JAMES, a songwriter with a heart for the Church and creating music that is accessible to the congregations. His newly-released album HYMNS...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-with-rick-lee-james

Enjoy this live concert from the comfort of your own couch - and help support UTR! Dove Award nominated singer-songwriter ANDREW GREER and 12-time Dove Award winner CINDY MORGAN are the founders ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-online-benefit-concert-march-21

UTR artists have been a great source for helping me discover new artists.  Such is the case with Chris & Jenna who was introduced to UTR by Nick Flora.  We started communicating through email r...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/guest-co-host-chris-jenna-episode-340

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/chris-jenna-what-wondrous-love-is-this

We recently did a poll on Twitter on what artist our followers would most like us to interview.  The highest vote-getter was Audrey Assad.  She's an artist I have admired and appreciated since ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-audrey-assad-episode-339

Take a ride down memory lane and listen to when UTR was just a 3-month-old newborn radio show!  It's fun to see how things have changed ... and how things haven't.  Even 7 years ago you can hea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/7-year-flashback-episode-16

This is an exciting year for our flagship event, ESCAPE TO THE LAKE.  It's happening on new dates, AUGUST 8-11, which will hopefully open the event up to folks who couldn't come on July 4th w...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/ettl-2016-registrations-open-on-march-8th

In May 2014, I had the privilege of hosting Judah & The Lion in the UTR Studios for a private concert and exclusive interview.  Our special feature episode released in September of that same yea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-interview-guest-judah-the-lion-episode-292

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/judah-the-lion-somewhere-in-between

A lot of folks have told us that the artist interview shows are their favorite type of radio show we produce. We decided to dedicate the month of March to brand new episodes featuring exclusive ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/march-is-interview-month-at-utr

We originally aired this episode exactly one year ago, and it features some of the best love songs penned by Christian songwriters.  I find it unfortunate that some Christians turn their nose up...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/valentines-special-episode-3031

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/jenny-tyler-beloved-one

We first played Jenny & Tyler on UTR about 5 years ago, in January of 2011.  Since then, they've become one of our most interviewed and most played artists on UTR!  You may have heard that J&T ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-jenny-tyler-episode-338

These critic pick episodes are some of my favorites.  This is another hour just packed to the gills with Grade A well-crafted songs.  Some of these songs might have even been missed by me if it...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-gourmet-songs-of-2015-pt.-2-episode-337

Many people have been praying and even sharing ideas for us to find a new home for our flagship event, ESCAPE TO THE LAKE.  After months of meetings, research, and several dead-ends, we started...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/escape-to-the-lake-2016...-yes-its-happening

Just this week, I was meeting with two different people on two different days, and neither of them had heard of ANDY GULLAHORN. I said, "Oooh, I NEED to play you one of his songs." I first was ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/andy-gullahorn-songwriters-workshop-feb.11

We keep our UTR Critics Panel working hard as they helped to compile a list of over 50 songs that really WOW'ed their ears in 2015.  In this hour we pass along some of that WOW to you, as we fea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/episode-336-top-gourmet-songs-of-2015-pt.1

We are excited to announce the new release of a 12-track various artist album called UTR's Best Songs of 2015 Sampler, available for free (or free-will tipping) on NoiseTrade.  It represents ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-best-songs-of-2015-album-now-available-for-free

One of our favorite persons on the planet is GINNY OWENS, who just happens to be a phenomenal (and 3-time Dove Award-winning) singer-songwriter.  She was also one of the headliners at Escape To...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-midwest-tour-with-ginny-owens-feb-25-28

I look forward to this episode each and every year... it's one of our longest-standing traditions.  This is the 6th consecutive year we have presented the Top 11 Gourmet Albums countdown.  This...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/the-top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2015-episode-335

A week and a half ago, our UTR Panel of Critics collectively proclaimed the Top 11 Gourmet Albums of 2015 .  We asked them for some additional help by letting us know the individual songs that r...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/top-gourmet-song-of-2015

As I thought about what show to plug into this week, which is the final week of our holiday haitus, I had to look no further than the show that released on 12/4/15, which very appropriately was a...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/some-of-2015s-song-gems-episode-332

Years ago, we actually never took a holiday break, we would release brand new episodes of UTR in late December and early January.  The last two years, as I try to make more wise decisions about ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/7th-anniversary-revisit-episode-329

It's time to honor the best of the best music that graced our ears in 2015.  Our honors are not for popularity, sales, or radio spins - our panel of critics voted on releases that plumbed the de...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2015

As we close out 2015, it is the tradition of the UTR Critics Panel to convene and vote on the music that was the cream that rose to the top.  It's harder than most think to make our final TOP 1...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/2015-top-albums-honorable-mentions

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/testimonies-from-utr-listeners

One of the joys I have this time of year is getting to relive the magic of the holidays through the eyes of my 5 kids -- from my 12-yr-old watching "Little Women" for the first time to my 2-yr-ol...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/christmas-from-utrs-early-days-episode-55

> Kayla VanWyk is a senior at Trinity Christian College and just > completed an internship with Under The Radar.  We loved having her > on the team this last semester...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/guest-blog-growing-up-with-music

To be honest, this episode was not supposed to happen.  We plan out our episode themes and recording schedule weeks (sometimes months) in advance, and we had scheduled to air a Christmas rerun f...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/christmas-carol-remakes-episode-334

One of the sad parts of UTR's "second launch" in 2014 was that this show went out of production for about 3 months, and I didn't produce any new podcasts during last year's Advent.  We are excit...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-gourmet-christmas-music-episode-333

This is the first year that we decided to feature some of the BEST GOURMET MUSIC VIDEOS that caught our attention in 2015.  Music videos are easy to miss these days with social media being the m...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-gourmet-music-videos-of-2015

One of the best parts of UTR's ministry is the gourmet music retreat known as ESCAPE TO THE LAKE.  It's been an amazing privilege to see God use this event to offer spiritual encouragement, in...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/help-ettl-find-a-new-home

A big thanks to JOEL MENDEZ for submitting this guest concert review! _____________ THE VESPERS AND BRADY TOOPS - WORLD CAFÉ IN PHILADELPHIA, PA - NOV. 12, 2015 Philadelphia played host t...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/guest-concert-review-the-vespers-and-brady-toops

This year has been an incredible one for the world of gourmet music.  It's not every year that you get a new studio project by Andrew Peterson, Josh Garrels, Sara Groves, Jenny & Tyler, JJ Helle...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/gems-from-2015-episode-332

With Thanksgiving in the rear view mirror, it's time to start prepping for Christmas! You might love Christmas music as much as we do, but it's becoming harder to find and enjoy the new Advent-th...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/best-christmas-albums-of-2015-episode-331

Can you imagine celebrating the Christmas season without music? We can't. Certain holiday songs envoke deep-rooted memories of our childhood yuletide. Yet, if you are a music connoisseur, it's ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-christmas-albums-of-2015

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/brady-toops-come-on-home

In this episode, I agree with Joy Ike that Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, because it's one of the few non-commercial holidays left.  It's great to have this soul check-up built int...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/thanksgiving-special-episode-330

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/artists-share-about-utrs-impact

It's a joy that the dream of UTR is still alive after 7 years. On this show we talk about how the road getting hear was not easy, but we are stronger than ever because UTR is now listener "owned...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/utrs-7th-anniversary-show-episode-329

Do we want you to be entertained? Sure.  Do we want to be a trusted source for new musical discoveries? Of course.  But our primary goal is to present content that enriches your life spirituall...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/has-utr-been-a-blessing-to-you

While the majority of UTR listeners are from the USA, you might not realize that UNDER THE RADAR is being aired on several international radio outlets, including GUAM, GRENADA, UNITED KINGDOM, CA...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/victor-uses-utr-to-battle-suicidal-thoughts

We couldn't return with a bigger bang after a 5-week hiatus than by welcoming the female artist we have played the most in the history of UTR, Sara Groves.  I recorded this interview in July 201...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-interview-guest-sara-groves-episode-328

You've heard of sharathons, telethons, and even marathons.  But UTR is going to introduce you to BUILDATHON 2015, coming NOVEMBER 14-21.  It's a week dedicated to sharing listener testimonies, ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-buildathon-2015-coming-nov.-14-21

It's a celebration 7 years in the making... You are invited to join us for UTR'S 7TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT & AUCTION coming to Chicago on Nov. 21.  We'll be enjoying live music from Dove Award-w...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-7th-anniversary-concert-auction-nov.-21

Phil Keaggy is a respected name in almost any musical circle or genre.  He is a living example of what it means to glorify God through pursuing excellence in your field or craft.  This conversa...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-phil-keaggy-episode-194

It's fun to go back and visit our first year on-the-air.  Still to this day, "All That Noise" by Dave Barnes and "Cathedral Made of People" by Downhere would be on my list of the Top 100 songs w...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/6-years-utr-flashback-episode-38

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/andrew-peterson-we-will-survive

This guest concert review comes from KAYLA VAN WYK, UTR's intern this semester who is currently a senior at Trinity Christian College. ----------------------------------------------------------...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-andrew-peterson-in-sugar-grove-il

One of the ways we broaden our horizons musically is by getting solid recommendations from artists that "get us."  Julie joined us in 2012 to co-host this episode with me, and gave us a first-ti...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/guest-co-host-julie-lee-episode-186

I followed the Cornerstone festival for most of my life as it was in my home state.  But I never actually attended the event until the last run, when I went to two of the last three years.  I w...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/farewell-to-cornerstone-festival-episode-195

Do you know who is our most-requested artist in the 7-year history of Under The Radar? Yep, ANDREW PETERSON.  And have you heard his amazing new album The Burning Edge of Dawn?  AP just emba...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-brings-andrew-petersons-tour-to-chicagoland-oct.-23

This is a big weekend for Andrew Peterson.  He's releasing his new album The Burning Edge of the Dawn AND hosting the Hutchmoot 2015 gathering in Nashville.  We thought we'd join in the fun a...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-songs-of-andrew-peterson-episode-295

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/jenny-tyler-walk-with-you

The weekly radio show & podcast Under The Radar is the flagship ministry of this organization.  So it was a difficult decision that, for the health of the organization, we need to stop produc...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-pushes-pause-on-the-podcast

We are honored to be invited by GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION to host one of the marquee showcase events during DOVE WEEK 2015.  We will present the 2ND ANNUAL UNDER THE RADAR SHOWCASE in Nashvi...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/gmas-2nd-annual-under-the-radar-showcase-oct.14

I have been a BEN RECTOR apologist for years.  My 3-yr-old daughter's favorite song is "Let The Good Times Roll."  And even though loving Ben is the cool thing to do right now, we have been fea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-ben-rector-in-chicago

This is release weekend for Melody Olson's sophmore album Controlled Burn.  It comes 6 years after her debut album All These Things.  Melody has experienced physical, emotional, and spiritual...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-melody-olson-episode-327

> We are excited to have a long-time listener of UTR, LUKE HYDER, > share the story about the making of his new EP coming out this Fall. >    A pilgrim is someone wh...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/guest-post-by-luke-hyder-logging-my-pilgrim-miles-as-a-diy-artist

One of the joys of this ministry is that we can find and share top-notch musical discoveries.  This week, we add 10 artists to the UTR family for the first time.  You'll get a taste of how we l...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/diy-artist-debuts-pt.-2-episode-326

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/jess-ray-too-good-live-ettl

More music is being created now than ever before, which makes it more difficult to find the hidden gems.  UTR loves being a trusted voice as we find the true cream that rises to the top.  Some ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/diy-artist-debuts-pt.-1-episode-325

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/support-utr-more-from-john-j.-thompson

We go back in time over 2.5 years ago to this episode from the UTR archives.  I remember putting this episode together, knowing that it would probably air as a rerun one day, and purposefully ch...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/julie-lee-the-vespers-arthur-alligood-more-episode-220

For the first time since our independent "second launch," Under The Radar has a college intern to help us out this semester.  We're really happy that KAYLA VANWYK joined the UTR Team earlier thi...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/get-to-know-intern-kayla

Ever since getting a pre-release copy of the new JJ Heller album "Sound Of A Living Heart," I have been enjoying the sonic landscape and spiritually centered lyrics.  As CCM Magazine recently sa...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-jj-heller-episode-324

The entire UTR community is invited to THE GALLERY SOUTH UTR GUITAR PULL, VOL. 1, which will take place at The Gallery South backyard venue in East Nashville on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 7:00PM. �...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-gallery-south-guitar-pull-vol.-1-sept.-8

About a year ago, Doug from Rockford IL emailed me about a year ago with an episode theme idea to play the closing tracks of albums.  I loved the idea and agreed that the final tracks of albums ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/closing-tracks-episode-323

I remember the social media announcements about the first ever TOUR DE COMPADRES put together by NEEDTOBREATHE (sorry, I just can't bring my self to put their name in all caps).  I was floo...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-festival-de-compadres-in-chicago

This last July 1-5, UTR put on the gourmet music event of the summer, Escape To The Lake 2015.  It was a career-highlight experience for me, and I am especially moved to hear how many artists an...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/escape-to-the-lake-2015-audio-recap-episode-322

We believe that actively listening to gourmet music will be a transformative experience.  That's never more true than in a live concert setting.  So here is our big, bold appeal to this communi...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/live-concerts-in-the-netflix-age

This was definitely one of my favorite episodes from our 2nd year on the air.  One of the songs that really (still) stands out to me is "I Believe" by Jonny Lang.  Oddly enough, I discovered th...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/songs-of-redemption-episode-83

This guest concert review is written (and photo credits) by Joel Mendez ------------------------------------- THE LONE BELLOW AT THE 2015 XPONENTIAL MUSIC FESTIVAL IN CAMDEN, NJ For a band...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-the-lone-bellow-in-camden-nj

The week after episode 228, we had Josh Garrels on the show once again - but this time we put him in charge of picking out all the music on UTR - including songs by Wovenhand, Kye Kye, All Sons &...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/guest-co-host-josh-garrels-episode-229

We've been playing Josh's music before it was "cool" to play Josh's music.  In fact, a lot of people have told us that UTR was the place they discovered Josh Garrels.  We're grateful for that b...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-josh-garrels-episode-228

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/jason-gray-i-am-new

These "story" episodes are some of my favorites, and I have plans to do 2 new versions of this later this year. There is something about the power of story that can help you become an even more a...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/stories-behind-the-songs-episode-146

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/andrew-peterson-hosanna

I remember interviewing AP and letting him take the reins for one episode.  We had already done it with Eric Peters and Andy Osenga, and those were a hit - but I also noticed the patern that the...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/andrew-peterson-guest-co-hosts-episode-135

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/ettl-2015-photo-montage-video

I called last year's ESCAPE TO THE LAKE the highlight of my professional career.  I didn't think it could be topped this year.  I was wrong.  ETTL 2015 is a new high-water mark for UTR and my...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/recap-of-escape-to-the-lake-2015

This is week #1 of our annual post-ETTL summer hiatus.  We need to take a few weeks off from new program production to rest, regroup, and chart the course for the second half of the year.  I wi...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-hymn-remakes-episode-247

For anyone who thinks that all the "good" music has already been released and all the "new" music isn't up to snuff - this episode will burst that bubble.  Not only have our critics done a fine ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/critics-picks-best-songs-of-2015-so-far

Yes, 2015 is shaping up to be a stellar year once again for gourmet music. We at Under the Radar continue to be amazed at the depth and quality of the music being produced by Christian artists. B...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-albums-songs-of-2015-so-far

Whenever we get the input of our Critics Panel, it usually results in a stellar episode.  They have worked their magic again, as they share some of the best albums to be released in the first ha...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/critics-picks-best-albums-of-2015-so-far-episode-320

We are super excited that we are on the doorstep of ESCAPE TO THE LAKE 2015.  This year's lineup of artists and speakers is tremendous.  They have each graciously donated a song to make up an ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/free-22-track-album-of-ettl-2015-artists

> Winds in the east, there's a mist comin' in/ Like somethin' is > brewin' and 'bout to begin/ Can't put me finger on what lies in > store/ But I feel what's to ha...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/a-historic-day-for-utr

Sometimes when thinking about a musical ode to dads, folks have a hard time thinking beyond "Butterfly Kisses" or some other tear-jerker.  But we wanted to add our "gourmet music" voice into the...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/fathers-day-special-episode-319

One of my favorite parts of running Under The Radar are all the incredible musicians I have met that have turned out to be even more incredible people and now friends.  Andrew Greer and Ginny Ow...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guests-ginny-owens-andrew-greer-episode-318

This guest review is written (and photo credits) by Joel Mendez ---- JOSH GARRELS’ HOME TOUR AT THE THEATRE OF LIVING ARTS IN PHILADELPHIA -  JUNE 4, 2015 Josh Garrels’ tour of his la...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-josh-garrels-in-philadelphia

We have made a "Top 11 Albums of the Year" list for the past six consecutive years!  Our countdown of this list is one of our listeners' (and my) favorite programs of the entire year.  Since a ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2014-episode-2991

The real fireworks are going to happen on the FIFTH of July!  UTR's annual tradition is that some of the fun from Escape To The Lake spill over into an extra concert experience we call SUMMERSTA...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/summerstage-2015-on-july-5th

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/waterdeep-time-time-again

Here's our conclusion of Interview Month. I'm so glad we are able to feature a conversation and music by Son Of Laughter.  He (real name Chris Slaten) is a quality person and an amazing artist....

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-son-of-laughter-episode-317

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/cindy-morgan-the-masters-hand

Each week on UTR we honor yesteryear by playing a Radar Rewind, which means we dust off a song that's 15+ years old and give it some well-deserved attention once again.  It's been an important t...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-radar-rewinds-with-interview-guest-cindy-morgan-episode-316

Each year we have a bunch of folks - many are in the midwest - who might not be able to make it for the whole ESCAPE TO THE LAKE experience.  We are once again offering NIGHT-ONLY CONCERT PAS...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/night-only-concert-passes-for-ettl-2015

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/artists-recap-wild-wild-east-tour

In this third week of Interview Month, I'm happy to have Matt Brouwer join us - not just as a guest, but as our co-host of the show.  Matt has been in the music biz for about 15 years, and conti...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/guest-co-host-matt-brouwer-episode-315

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/matt-brouwer-come-back-around

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/levi-weaver-were-tornados-when-we-dance

Levi Weaver's music is not safe for the whole family - which is one reason why I love it.  It's raw, honest, dark, hopeful, and haunting.  He doesn't like to identify himself with "Christian mu...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-levi-weaver-episode-314

UTR presented the WILD WILD EAST TOUR this last weekend - and featured the music of BURLAP TO CASHMERE, MELANIE PENN, and CHRIS & JENNA.  It was a fantastic time of growing deeper friendships...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/wild-wild-east-tour-photo-journal-recap

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/wild-wild-east-photo-gallery

In the weeks prior to the launch of Under The Radar in 2008, I wrote an email to Waterdeep to request a copy of their new project Pink and Blue. They kindly sent me a CD, but also included a cou...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/interview-qa-with-alli-rogers

It is a very (and I mean VERY) rare occurance to have an indie artist catch fire and break onto a national platform, especially in Christian music.  But even though Ellie was making music for 7 ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-ellie-holcomb-episode-313

We often hear from listeners that they especially appreciate UTR's interview episodes because it gives them better insight into the heart of the artist and the overall creative process.  Since t...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/may-is-interview-month-on-utr

We've been hearing chatter from folks who are really interested in coming to ESCAPE TO THE LAKE 2015, our annual gourmet music retreat at Conference Point Center on the shores of Geneva Lake in ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/flash-sale-on-ettl15-burlaps-back

Many times on UTR we have featured episodes of hymn remakes.  But this week, we go to the original hymnbook, the book of Psalms.  We can learn a lot from the Psalms - for example, it is good an...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/songs-from-psalms-episode-3121

I first met Matthew Clark at Escape To The Lake 2013.  If you were there, you might remember him as a "mystery" artist the first night of that inagural event.  I met Vanita Joines when she was ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guests-matthew-clark-vanita-joines-episode-311

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/vanita-joines-the-river

Escape To The Lake 2015 is rapidly approaching. It's our biggest event of the year, and we are so excited for the gourmet music gathering coming to Conference Point in WI on July 2-5. Some feedba...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/ettl-songwriters-bootcamp-2015

I originally was not planning on airing a "rerun" episode this week, but my workload reality caused me to re-evaluate my show schedule.  I was perusing through our archives when I stumbled upon ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/6-year-flashback-episode-23

I remember visiting the True Tunes bookstore in the mid 90s, and I always tried to avoid talking with JOHN J. THOMPSON (the store's owner) because I knew his taste in music was far more superio...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/qa-with-author-john-j.-thompson

This is the 7th annual UTR Easter Radio Special.  The funny thing is that if you ask the average Christian music listener what are the best and most well-crafted Easter songs out there, many peo...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/easter-special-2015-episode-310

Sometimes hearing the phrase "praise and worship" makes the hair stand up on my neck.  Christian radio has done no favors for a genre that should be leading the charge in the way it reflects a v...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/creative-worship-with-guest-aaron-strumpel-episode-309

I love celebrating Easter.  The sacrifice of the cross, the victory of the empty tomb, the death of Death itself.  And for me, the joyful representation of the myriad themes of Easter are best ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/daves-favorite-easter-song-of-2015

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/christopher-williams-ashes

There's an "Escape To The Lake" theme woven into the fabric of this episode.  This interview with Justin was actually recorded in a quiet corner at last year's ETTL.  Since he's coming back aga...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-justin-mcroberts-episode-308

As you might imagine, we have a TON of excellent music suggestions come our way about artists that have yet to be played on a UTR episode.  Sometimes those recommendations come from UTR listener...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/all-debut-artists-episode-307-march-13-2015

UTR has put on some truly memorable multi-artist concert events over the last 6 years - most of them in either Chicago or Nashville.  We will occasionally hear from friends out East saying "Come...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-wild-wild-east-tour-apr30-may3

The last time I interviewed Steve Taylor, it was during the making of his film Blue Like Jazz, and our conversation was about 70% film and 30% music.  This time, we were able to focus entirely ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/interview-guest-steve-taylor-episode-306

I (Dave) am honored to be one of the session speakers at the 7TH ANNUAL STONGTREE ARTIST RETREAT, coming April 17-19 just outside Milwaukee WI.  I'm a little late to the game, but I just learne...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/strongtree-2015-artist-retreat

You listeners always seem to do a terrific job when called upon to pick the music.  This episode is no exception.  One of my favorite aspects is when we find out about new talent that we weren'...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/listener-requests-episode-305

The Phantom Tollboth calls his music "collections of magnificent songs."  Award-winning indie artist CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS will be coming to the Chicago area March 18-22 for some local concerts...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-tour-with-christopher-williams-march-18-22

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/the-gray-havens-jack-jill-pt.2-live-from-ettl

I'll let you in on a little secret.  I actually recorded this interview the first time I met Dave & Licia Radford in person, in March 2013.  They came to the UTR studios shortly after the relea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/the-gray-havens-take-over-episode-304

In the 1980's, some of the more fundamental evangelicals listened to Christian music of that day and counted the JPMs... the "Jesus Per Minutes." They would deem just how "Christian" a song was b...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/valentines-special-episode-303

This last week, AARON STRUMPEL released his latest project Bright Star, a new creative worship album that was birthed through a successful Kickstarter campaign in early 2014.  Aaron has been ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/fast-paced-qa-with-aaron-strumpel

Getting the annual pulse of the UTR Critics is a fun experience for me personally.  Not only does each member have great taste in music, but songs connect with them for a variety of reasons.  O...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/best-songs-of-2014-pt.2-episode-302

> "Mike Farris has enough heart, soul, and power to light up a city. > He mixes up the elements and turns them into something new, > beautiful, and uniquely his own."...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-presents-mike-farris-on-3-8-15

We already announced our critics panel's collective list of the Top 11 Gourmet Albums of 2014 .  Now it's time to focus on individual songs.  As you can imagine, it is an even more subjective p...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/critics-picks-best-gourmet-songs-of-2014

If selecting the best albums of the year is not void of subjectivity, choosing the individual songs that stood out is even more personal and varied.  Even if critics agree on an artist or album,...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/best-songs-of-2014-pt.1-episode-301

Registrations are now OPEN for our summertime gourmet music retreat, ESCAPE TO THE LAKE 2015, coming July 2-5 at Conference Point in Williams Bay, WI (near Lake Geneva, WI). It will be a memora...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/escape-to-the-lake-2015-on-sale

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/more-impact-stories-from-ettl-2014

I love celebrating milestones.  And we almost never made it to show 300, so this is worth a hearty celebration indeed.  We have played live tracks before, but mostly just from the studios at ou...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/live-exclusives-episode-300

This is always one of my favorite episodes to produce each and every year. It's a privelege to have 10 panelists that love plumbing the depths of new gourmet music each year.  And since there's ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2014-episode-299

We can't explain how much we are looking forward to hanging out with all of YOU in person at our annual gourmet music retreat, ESCAPE TO THE LAKE. If you are just learning about this event, pic...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/escape-to-the-lake-2015-pricing-details

After a three month hiatus, it is SO good to be back with brand new episodes. In fact, there was a moment when I wondered if we would ever present another new episode of UTR.  I am so grateful...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/we-are-back-episode-298

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/jessica-campbell-brighter-days

As we start a new year, let's honor the best of the best in gourmet music for 2014.  Our UTR Critics' Panel voted on the releases that stood out the most in depth, creativity, spirituality, & a...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/top-11-gourmet-albums-of-2014

This takes us back.  At the start of 2009, UTR was only 8 weeks old, and was only airing on about 25 radio stations.  We were so new, that our podcast audience was only about 50-75 people.  Ye...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/early-days-flashback-episode-8

As we close out 2014, it is the tradition of the UTR Critics Panel to convene and vote on the music that stood out among the rest.  With 10 panelists who each have distinct musical palets, it is...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/2014-top-albums-honorable-mentions

This letter from Dave was provided to the audience at the UTR Second Launch concert on 11/20/14.  We thought we would share it here since it concisely encapsulates the mission and ministry value...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/a-letter-from-dave-trout

We are already knee-thick in the Advent season - which is a time of waiting and longing for the birth of the Savior.  And UTR is in its own advent of sorts, as we wait for the arrival of new epi...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/best-christmas-cds-of-2014

UTR needs your help to re-launch our ministry as an independent non-profit. The most helpful type of gift is a monthly recurring investment that will help us sustain our mission for the future. T...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/full-details-on-utrs-mega-box-set

While UTR is still in "rerun" mode, it's fun to go back and visit some episodes from yesteryear.  This holiday show is from 2 years ago and featured all Christmas-themed listener requests.  One...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/christmas-listener-requests-episode-214

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/why-utr-needs-to-continue

Under The Radar's re-launch is officially underway. We had "liftoff" at the SECOND LAUNCH BENEFIT CONCERT on November 20th in Chicago. About 100 folks gathered in person at CrossWinds Church, and...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/recap-of-utrs-second-launch-concert

UTR just recently had our "second launch" concert, was officially incorporated as an independent non-profit ministry, and started our fundraising campain at supportUTR.com for this new chapter o...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/thanksgiving-celebration-episode-159

Under The Radar is now officially incorporated as a brand-new independent non-profit ministry!  We know that God is guiding us in an unexpected and exciting adventure, and we have high hopes tha...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-rewards-for-monthly-supporters

Since UTR is currently fundraising to re-launch the show, I thought it would be fun to post this episode from our archives some 2.5 years ago.  Steve Taylor was wearing his filmmaker hat at the ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/special-guest-steve-taylor-episode-178

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/utrs-second-launch-story

UNDER THE RADAR is embarking on it's "second launch" - this time as an independent non-profit ministry. This concert signifies a historic new beginning for the media ministry that features "gourm...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utrs-second-launch-concert-nov.20

First, the bad news: Due to fiscal realities, ReFrame Media has recently restructured. As a result, production of new episodes of Under The Radar has been suspended, and the employment for UT...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/the-future-of-utr

Where were you in October 1994?  The OJ Simpson trial was in full swing.  The MLB Playoffs and World Series were cancelled.  The NHL was on strike.  The Rolling Stones were on the Voodoo Loun...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/dave-trout-celebrates-20-years-in-radio

I was introduced to the music of Jessica Campbell only a couple of months ago by UTR artist Christa Wells.  I'm really impressed with her brand of pop laced with southern charm.  I was all the ...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/jessica-campbell-interview-episode-297

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/cindy-morgan-andrew-greer-swing-low-sweet-chariot

There may not be a better example of "gourmet music" than the hymns.  They are spiritually significant, transcend generational and denominational lines, and have stood the test of time.  I love...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/hymn-remakes-episode-296

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors with Judah & The Lion Wheaton College - Sept. 27, 2014 It's been several years, but it was nice to return to my alma mater, even though it did make me feel old. �...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/concert-review-drew-holcomb-judah

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/jars-of-clay-interview

Earlier this month, we announced that UTR has been forming a relationship with Gospel Music Association over this last year. This had led to the birth of the first annual UNDER THE RADAR SHOWCAS...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/gmas-under-the-radar-showcase-details-signup

This is the first time we have done episodes like this. Hundreds of UTR listeners cast their votes on their favorite Andrew Peterson songs, and we after tallying the votes came up with this Top 1...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-14-andrew-peterson-songs-pt.2-episode-294

My re-discovery of ANDREW PETERSON'S music in 2007 was a major factor in the creation of UNDER THE RADAR in 2008.  He has been a core artist of our's from the get-go, and over the last 6 yea...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/14-best-songs-by-andrew-peterson

This is the first time we have done episodes like this. Hundreds of UTR listeners cast their votes on their favorite Andrew Peterson songs, and we after tallying the votes came up with this Top 1...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/top-14-andrew-peterson-songs-pt.1-episode-294

This episode has been in development longer than (possibly) any other episode we've done.  We decided we wanted to do a show on the theme of social justice around 4 years ago, and started pickin...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/social-justice-songs-episode-293

It's time to move from being a UTR consumer into being a UTR participant.  For the first time ever, we are inviting you into an official unpaid union (aka, volunteer group) - the UTR TEAMSTERS!...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/join-the-utr-teamsters

I'm very excited to share the interview I did with Judah & The Lion on today's show.  They are on the launching pad poised to have their career take off.  Their latest album Kids These Days ju...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/judah-the-lion-interview-episode-292

Having a house full of kids has made me keenly aware of the world of Linny, Tuck, and Ming-Ming.  These three talking animals go on adventures to rescue other animals in need.  As they transfor...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-needs-your-teamwork

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/judah-the-lion-mason-dixon-line

We are often introduced to A+ artists we were missing through the recommendation of UTR listeners and fellow artists.  However, even though we are often playing "UTR debuts," we sometimes forget...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/sophomore-appearances-episode-291

Through the recommendation of an Under The Radar listener, I just checked out Matt Auten's music for the first time in early August.  We played his music for the first time on UTR on an all-list...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/remembering-matt-auten

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/andrew-peterson-you-came-so-close

Is this true?  Is UNDER THE RADAR, a predominantly non-CCM radio show, partnering with the flag-bearers for the Christian music industry, the GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION?  Yes!  The short explan...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/utr-gma-partner-for-dove-week-showcase

Meeting Sarah Masen was a pure delight. She is a sweet soul with very thoughtful things to share from her heart. Her latest batch of songs from "The Trying Mark" are (in classic Sarah style) poet...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/episodes/sarah-masen-interview-episode-290

The Best Songs You’ve Never Heard. Host Dave Trout brings you an hour of music that is thoughtful & inspirational, but may be largely under-appreciated. We’ll bring you music from undiscovered artists as well as some of the lesser-known songs from established artists. It’s like a 101 Class in *Gourmet Music*.

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/exclusives/the-human-scale-sarah-masen

Songs have a beautiful power. They can change our perspective. They can expand our thinking.  They can convict, encourage, revive, guide, warn, and give us hope.  Four Under The Radar listeners...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/that-one-song-08.14

One of our values at Under The Radar is to develop a community of music lovers who are invested in the support of those making quality art from a Christian worldview.  Sometimes this comes in th...

http://undertheradar.reframemedia.com/blog/thank-you-notes-to-utr-artists