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20 The Countdown Magazine

William Ryan, III

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

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#362
October 16 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/17/26)
We’re counting down the biggest songs in Christian music for the week of October 17, 2026! CAIN joins the Top 20 with “Living Water,” Jeremy Camp makes the week’s biggest climb, and the race for the top spot continues. Join William Ryan III for highlights from the GMA Dove Awards, stories behind the songs, and a 20Throwback to Zach Williams’ “Fear Is a Liar” from 2017. We’re also celebrating Ascend FM as our Station of the Week. This week, Jamie MacDonald’s “Million Chances” and Phil Wickham’s
#361
October 9 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/10/26)
There’s a new #1 this week! Join William Ryan III as we count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. Jamie MacDonald shares her personal connection to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, Colton Dixon tells the story behind his new fragrance, and we have details on how you can watch Phil Wickham’s upcoming concert from home. Plus, we’re heading back to 2015 with Francesca Battistelli’s “Holy Spirit,” celebrating Good News Radio in Nebraska, and introducing two new songs for your Future Fan Fav
#360
October 2 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (10/3/26)
There’s a new #1 this week! Join William Ryan III as we count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music for October 3, 2026, including a new entry from Peter Burton! Matthew West takes us behind the scenes of his new album, and Chris Tomlin gives some familiar worship favorites a more relaxed sound. Plus, we head back to 2015 with Big Daddy Weave’s “Overwhelmed” and visit our Station of the Week, KFSI in Rochester, Minnesota. We’ll also hear last week’s Future Fan Favorite winner from Josep
#359
September 25 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/26/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, two songs make their chart debut and several artists are climbing fast. We’ll hear how Anne Wilson’s story is headed to the big screen, get a childhood dream update from Caleb of Caleb & John, and share the story behind for KING + COUNTRY’s collaboration with Jessica Simpson. Our 20Throwback is Switch’s “Symphony” from 2019, and we’re celebrating RacMan Radio, part of the 20 family since 2013, as our Station of the Week. Plus, hear last week’s Future Fan
#358
September 18 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/19/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William shares the latest songs in Christian music, introduces two new Future Fan Favorite contenders, and looks back at Chris Tomlin’s “Jesus Loves Me” from 2015. You’ll also hear about Chris Tomlin’s latest milestone, Natalie Grant’s performance at a Tennessee Titans game, and Brandon Lake’s special onstage moment with a Make-A-Wish recipient. Plus, we visit CHVN 95.1 FM in Winnipeg, Manitoba, our Station of the Week!
#357
September 11 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/12/26)
This week, WR3 celebrates seven years as host of 20 The Countdown Magazine and shares the personal story of how he became part of the show. The countdown also delivers one of its most surprising debuts ever, along with new artist stories, this week’s Christian music news, a visit with our Station of the Week in South Florida, and another round of Future Fan Favorite voting. Listen now to find out how the Top 20 unfolds!
#356
September 4 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (9/5/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Ryan Stevenson celebrates 10 years of “Eye of the Storm” with a special new version honoring his late friend Gabe Patillo. We’ll also hear about Lauren Daigle’s new Krewe Pass app and a new television show that brings some familiar Christian artists into the kitchen. Terrian is your Future Fan Favorite winner with “You Remain,” and our 20Throwback takes us back to 2012 with Sidewalk Prophets and “Live Like That.” Join William Ryan III as he counts down t
#355
August 28 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/29/26)
We’re counting down the Top 20 songs in Christian music this week, including some big moves up the chart and several newer songs making their way toward the top. William also remembers the extraordinary life and faith of Dolly Parton, including her long history with the GMA Dove Awards and collaborations with Christian artists. You’ll hear about Jamie MacDonald’s new song inspired by *The Chosen* and a new biblical movie executive-produced by Michael W. Smith. Plus, we have a special Dolly Parto
#354
August 21 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/22/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William counts down the biggest songs in Christian music and catches up on stories from Hope Darst, Leanna Crawford, and Elevation Rhythm’s Nate Diaz. We’ll also visit WMIE in Cocoa, Florida, a longtime 20TCM affiliate, and rewind to 2016 with Stars Go Dim and “You Are Loved.” Plus, two new songs compete for your vote as this week’s Future Fan Favorite. Which song will take the top spot? Listen now to find out!
#353
August 14 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/15/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we’ll tell you about a new movie celebrating some of the biggest worship songs of all time, Forrest Frank’s record-breaking Jesus Generation Tour, and Phil Wickham’s recent visit to Fox & Friends. Plus, we’re going back to Steven Curtis Chapman’s “Dive” for this week’s Throwback, and you’ll meet The Dove Radio Network in Medford, Oregon, our Station of the Week. We’ll also count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and give you two new songs to vot
#352
August 7 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/8/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the countdown keeps moving with new music climbing the chart, including a strong debut from Cochren & Co. We also welcome the WBCL Radio Network to the 20 family as our Station of the Week and celebrate their 50 years of ministry on the air. In the news, we take you to the Ark Encounter for the kickoff of the world's largest Christian music festival, hear about Joel Smallbone's latest movie role alongside his wife Moriah, and break down the newly announce
#351
July 31 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (8/1/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Zach Williams looks to hold onto the top spot, but Josiah Queen and CeCe Winans are right behind him and making things interesting. We'll also see who earns this week's Biggest Mover honors and welcome a brand-new song to the countdown. In Artist News, Leanna Crawford shares some exciting family news, Francesca Battistelli opens up about returning with new music after an eight-year break, and Seph Schlueter announces a new children's book inspired by one
#350
July 24 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/25/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're celebrating some exciting artist news from Jeremy Rosado, taking to the skies with Natalie Layne for a one-of-a-kind performance, and highlighting one of this week's biggest new Christian music releases. Plus, we revisit a favorite from Stars Go Dim in this week's Throwback and count down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music. Thanks for listening!
#349
July 17 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/18/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III counts down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and catches you up on what's happening with some of your favorite artists. You'll hear about Matthew West's unforgettable trip to Alaska, Britt Nicole's first performance at Nashville's legendary Ryman Auditorium, and Brandon Lake's recent appearance on CBS Mornings, where he shares the heart behind his music. Plus, we shine the spotlight on our Station of the Week, KGBA & KROP in El Ce
#348
July 10 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/11/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, one of the year's biggest songs continues its run at the top, but the race is getting tighter as several familiar favorites continue to climb. There's a brand new debut from Forrest Frank, strong upward movement from Micah Tyler and TobyMac, and another shakeup inside the Top 10. You'll also hear the latest artist news, including Lauren Daigle celebrating the Fourth of July in front of more than 400,000 people in Nashville, Joel Smallbone marking 13 years
#347
July 3 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/4/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a familiar favorite is back in the spotlight as a former chart-topper makes a big move toward the top, while two brand new songs make their chart debut. We also count down another week of the biggest songs in Christian music and find out which artist claims the number one spot. Along the way, Ben Fuller shares what God has been teaching him as his ministry continues to grow, Jeremy Camp joins Dude Perfect for a special night that ends with worship and the
#346
June 26 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/27/26)
Join William Ryan III as he counts down this week's biggest songs in Christian music on 20 The Countdown Magazine! This week, there's a new song making its debut in the Top 20, while several artists continue their climb toward the top of the chart. You'll hear music from Matthew West, CeCe Winans, Elevation Rhythm, Zach Williams, MercyMe, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, We The Kingdom, Josiah Queen, Jamie MacDonald, Tauren Wells, and more. Along the way, we'll hear about CAIN's upcoming Live
#345
June 19 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/20/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, several songs continue their climb toward the top of the chart, including a strong move from CeCe Winans and a Top 10 breakthrough for Josiah Queen. You'll also hear music from MercyMe, Zach Williams, Elevation Worship, We The Kingdom, Phil Wickham, Caleb & John, and more. We'll take a trip back to 2018 for this week's Throwback with Tauren Wells and his hit song "Known." Plus, we'll spotlight our Station of the Week, WFST in Caribou, Maine, a longtime a
#344
June 12 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/13/26)
On this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're counting down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and checking in with listeners around the world. You'll hear from our Station of the Week, 97.3 JCFM The Rock Radio in the Philippines, revisit a 2012 favorite from Sidewalk Prophets in our Throwback feature, and vote on two brand-new Future Fan Favorite contenders from CAIN and Ellie Holcomb. Plus, we'll share stories about Brandon Lake bringing worship to CMA Fest, CAIN opening up a
#343
June 5 · 1 hr 44 min
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/6/26)
This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we've got plenty of movement across the chart, including a couple of artists making big jumps toward the Top 5 and a familiar favorite continuing an impressive run near the top. You'll hear music from MercyMe, CeCe Winans, Zach Williams, Elevation Worship, Phil Wickham, Blessing Offor, Caleb & John, and more. Plus, we'll take a trip back to 1998 for this week's Throwback with FFH. Along the way, we'll celebrate some exciting life news from Emerson Day, h

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