“I wasn’t prepared for what was on the other side, but it turned out incredible.” … More Rock Star to Worship Pastor: Anberlin’s Stephen Christian on His Next Chapter
Guitarist Christian McAlhaney gives an inside look into the surreal return of Acceptance, what it was like writing the band’s first album back, how “Phantoms” holds up 10 years later, and why they have no plans of leaving again any time soon. … More Acceptance
Guitarist Christian McAlhaney compares his experiences in Anberlin and Acceptance, remembers first joining the band and fitting in right away, recalls working on “Dark Is the Way” and “Vital,” and clarifies why being a touring musician can be simultaneously joyous and difficult. … More Anberlin: The Exit Interview (Part Three)
Lead singer Stephen Christian discusses Anberlin’s final album “Lowborn,” the excitement of the first two records, how being in the band taught him not to be scared to fail, and why leaving behind a legacy of responsibility is important. … More Anberlin: The Exit Interview (Part Two)
Drummer Nate Young explains why 2014 will be Anberlin’s last year, sheds light on those weird album covers, reflects upon “Cities” and “New Surrender,” and talks about how starting in the band at the age of 15 molded him into the man he is today. … More Anberlin: The Exit Interview (Part One)
Guitarist Christian McAlhaney discusses Anberlin’s latest album “Vital,” major label troubles, reuniting with producer Aaron Sprinkle, and the past and future of Acceptance. … More Anberlin
Stephen Christian talks about the fragmented process of making “The Quiet Life,” getting back to a family vibe with Anchor & Braille, the instability of being a musician, and what to expect on Anberlin’s upcoming album, “Vital.” … More Anchor & Braille
Jon Foreman and Stephen Christian converse about musical inspirations, writing when depressed, and not wanting to be placed in a box. … More Switchfoot & Anberlin
Lead singer Stephen Christian discusses writing “Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place” as a contradictory, coming-of-age record, working with producer Brendan O’Brien, the pressure-filled trials of “New Surrender,” and the weird side of the band. … More Anberlin
Anberlin frontman Stephen Christian discusses his long-in-waiting side project Anchor & Braille, how it first got started, writing songs to make you feel and have a conversation about, and what it’s been like to see Anberlin breakout into the mainstream. … More Anchor & Braille
Jonathan Bautts 