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| birth_name = Walter Clayton Crossnoe |
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| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1967|2|11}} |
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| instrument = [[Voice]] |
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| genre = [[Contemporary Christian music|Contemporary Christian]], [[Inspirational music|inspirational]] |
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| years_active = 1994–present |
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| label = [[Reunion Records|Reunion]] |
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'''Clay Crosse''' (born '''Walter Clayton Crossnoe''', February 11, 1967) is a [[contemporary Christian music]] artist. He has won four [[GMA Dove Award]]s, and is probably best known for the single "I Surrender All |
'''Clay Crosse''' (born '''Walter Clayton Crossnoe''', February 11, 1967) is a [[contemporary Christian music]] artist. He has won four [[GMA Dove Award]]s, and is probably best known for the single "I Surrender All". |
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==Music career== |
==Music career== |
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Clay Crosse grew up in [[Memphis, Tennessee]] |
Clay Crosse grew up in [[Memphis, Tennessee]], and became a [[Christians|Christian]] at the age of 13.<ref name="ChristianityToday">[http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/artists/claycrosse.html Clay Crosse Music page at ''Christianity Today'']</ref> He married his high school sweetheart, Renee Kennedy. Initially, Clay worked as a courier for [[FedEx]] for six years.<ref name="CBNInterview">[http://www.cbn.com/cbnmusic/Interviews/700club_crosses022806.aspx CBN.com: "Clay and Renee Crosse - Keeping Secrets"] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070711150127/http://www.cbn.com/cbnmusic/Interviews/700club_crosses022806.aspx |date=2007-07-11 }}</ref> He then released his first album, ''My Place Is With You'', in 1994. "I Surrender All" was the most successful single from the album.<ref name="ChristianityToday"/><ref name="CBNInterview"/> With the success of his musical career, Clay was able to leave FedEx and concentrate on music full-time in 1994.<ref name="CBNInterview"/> |
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Clay's music has a pop style. He became known for singles such as "I Surrender All", "Midnight Cry", "He Walked A Mile", "Saving The World", and "I Will Follow Christ". He won the [[Dove Award]] for "New Artist of the Year" at the [[25th GMA Dove Awards]] in 1994. Nine songs from his first four albums became No. 1 singles,<ref>[http://www.christianmusic.com/claycrosse/bio.html "Clay Crosse BIO"], ChristianMusic.com {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070706100911/http://christianmusic.com/claycrosse/bio.html |date=2007-07-06 }}</ref> and "He Walked A Mile" won the 1997 CCM Adult Contemporary Song of the Year. In 1999, his song "I Will Follow Christ" won the Dove Award for Inspirational Song of the Year.<ref name="ECCM">{{cite book |
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| title = Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music | author = Mark Allan Powell | publisher = Hendrickson Publishers, Inc. | year = 2002}}</ref> He |
| title = Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music | author = Mark Allan Powell | publisher = Hendrickson Publishers, Inc. | year = 2002}}</ref> He collaborated on the song with [[Bob Carlisle]] and [[BeBe Winans]]. |
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Following |
Following his initial success, Clay went through a time of contemplation and reckoning in his life, one that he describes as "the greatest time of spiritual growth I had ever experienced." After having difficulties with his singing voice, Clay hired a vocal coach, Chris Beatty.<ref name="CBNInterview" /> At their first appointment, Beatty questioned him about his spiritual life. After praying with the coach that day, Crosse confessed to his wife that he had been struggling with his thought life and that pornography had played a role.<ref name="CBNInterview" /> It took one year for his relationship with his wife to fully heal.{{citation needed|date=June 2009}} Later, Clay stated that he was thankful that God protected and strengthened his and Renee's marriage during this time.<ref name="CBNInterview" /> With the changes in his personal life, Clay released ''A Different Man'' in 1999. The songs "98", "Sinner's Prayer" and "Arms of Jesus" were written reflecting his personal growth.<ref name="ChristianityToday"/> Touring with [[Jaci Velasquez]], he spoke to teenagers, encouraging sexual abstinence before marriage.<ref name="Feature1">[http://www.christianitytoday.com/cl/9c5/9c5035.html FEATURE: Living Proof - Teens], ''Christianity Today''</ref> He also worked in conjunction with the national student movement [[Purity ring#True Love Waits|True Love Waits]].<ref name="Feature2">[http://www.christianitytoday.com/cl/9c5/9c5032.html#waits "About ''True Love Waits''"], ''Christianity Today''</ref> Clay states, "During this life-changing time for me there was a clear change in my career. What was once a focus on 'Christian entertainment' was now a genuine calling to the ministry." |
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Clay then began working in local ministry, serving as [[contemporary worship music|worship]] pastor for The Love of Christ (TLC) Community Church in Memphis under head pastor [[Dana Key]] (of the Christian Rock group [[DeGarmo and Key]]). This was Clay's first staff position at a local church. During this time, he signed a deal with the TAG Artist Group to release the CD and DVD ''Eternity With You: Live Worship''.<ref name="Worship">[http://christianmusic.about.com/od/musicnews/a/aaccrossetag.htm "Clay Crosse Signs Deal With TAG Artist Group"] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060516103817/http://christianmusic.about.com/od/musicnews/a/aaccrossetag.htm |date=2006-05-16 }}, About.com</ref> The release of the CD and DVD coincided with the publication of his book ''I Surrender All''. In 2007, he released the single "Believe".<ref name="BelieveSingle">[https://www.rollingstone.com/artists/claycrosse/albums/album/15022342/believe "Clay Crosse: Believe"], ''Rolling Stone''{{dead link|date=August 2021|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> |
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Clay has served as lead worship pastor at the following churches: |
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First Baptist Church of Winter Garden, [[Winter Garden, Florida]] 2023-present; |
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Crosse said that he has struggled with [[lust]].{{citation needed|date=June 2009}} This ultimately started eroding the foundations of his marriage.<ref>http://www.holyhomes.org/secondary.aspx?topic=porn&item=Porn/Our%20Story.xml</ref> Then in 1998, Crosse had a life-changing experience on a flight home from Seattle and this consequently led to the release of his next album ''A Different Man''.{{citation needed|date=June 2009}} Following this, his wife Renee began accompanying him on tours and the couple began sharing their experience of an improved marriage.{{citation needed|date=June 2009}} |
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First Baptist Church, [[Bentonville, Arkansas]] 2013–2023; |
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Faith Baptist Church, [[Arlington, Tennessee]] 2010 - 2013; |
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The Love of Christ Church (TLC) 2004 - 2008. |
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Clay and Renee Crosse also co-wrote a book with Mark Tabb titled, ''I Surrender All: Rebuilding a Marriage Broken by Pornography''.<ref>[http://www.amazon.ca/dp/1576837327 Amazon.ca - I Surrender All: Rebuilding a Marriage Broken by Pornography]</ref> |
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Clay married Renee Kennedy in 1990. They have four children, Shelby (1993), Savannah (1997), Garrett, (1999, adopted from China in 2007), and Sophie (2005, adopted from China in 2005). |
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Clay and Renee Crosse co-wrote a book with Mark Tabb titled ''I Surrender All.'' Clay also authored the book ''Dashboard Jesus: Distinctive Reminders for Distracted Men''. |
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Currently, Clay and Renee run the [http://www.holyhomes.org Holy Homes] ministry. |
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Renee has authored the books ''Rare Girl'' and ''Reclaiming Stolen Intimacy''. |
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==Discography== |
==Discography== |
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Clay Crosse has released a total of ten albums: |
Clay Crosse has released a total of ten albums: seven studio albums, two compilation albums, one live worship album, and one Christmas album.<ref name="BillboardDisco">[{{BillboardURLbyName|artist=clay crosse|chart=all}} Clay Crosse Discography at Billboard.com]</ref><ref name="VH1Disco">[https://web.archive.org/web/20040418223101/http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/crosse_clay/albums.jhtml Vh1.com: Clay Crosse albums]</ref> |
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=== Albums === |
=== Albums === |
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*1993: ''My Place Is With You'' (Reunion) |
*1993: ''My Place Is With You'' (Reunion) |
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*1995: ''Time To Believe'' (Reunion) |
*1995: ''Time To Believe'' (Reunion) |
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*1997: ''Stained Glass'' (Reunion) – #141 on the [[Billboard 200|''Billboard'' 200]] |
*1997: ''Stained Glass'' (Reunion) – #141 on the [[Billboard 200|''Billboard'' 200]]<ref>{{cite magazine |title=Billboard 200: Week of July 26, 1997 |url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/billboard-200/1997-07-26/ |magazine=Billboard |access-date=17 July 2022}}</ref> |
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*1999: ''I Surrender All: The Clay Crosse Collection, Vol. 1'' (Reunion) – compilation |
*1999: ''I Surrender All: The Clay Crosse Collection, Vol. 1'' (Reunion) – compilation |
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*2000: ''A Different Man'' (Reunion) |
*2000: ''A Different Man'' (Reunion) |
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*2005: ''Simply Clay Crosse'' (Brentwood Music) – compilation |
*2005: ''Simply Clay Crosse'' (Brentwood Music) – compilation |
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*2009: ''Anthems'' (HolyHomes) |
*2009: ''Anthems'' (HolyHomes) |
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*2011: ''Everytime I Feel the Spirit'' (HolyHomes) |
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*2012: ''Rededication'' (Ccm Forever Music) |
*2012: ''Rededication'' (Ccm Forever Music) |
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*2019: ''Freewill Offering'' (Inov8 Music) |
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=== Singles === |
=== Singles === |
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*1994: "I Surrender All" |
*1994: "I Surrender All" |
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*1994: "I Call Your Name" |
*1994: "I Call Your Name" |
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*1995: "His |
*1995: "His Love's Comin' Over Me" |
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*1995: "His Love Is Strong" |
*1995: "His Love Is Strong" |
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*1995: "The Blood Will Never Lose |
*1995: "The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power" |
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*1996: "The Rock" |
*1996: "The Rock" |
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*1996: "Time to Believe" |
*1996: "Time to Believe" |
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*2001: "No Fear" |
*2001: "No Fear" |
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*2007: "Believe" |
*2007: "Believe" |
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==Awards== |
==Awards== |
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Clay Crosse has won four [[GMA Dove Awards|Dove Awards]].<ref name="DoveSearch">[http://www.doveawards.com/history/ GMA Dove Awards History - Search page]</ref> |
Clay Crosse has won four [[GMA Dove Awards|Dove Awards]].<ref name="DoveSearch">[http://www.doveawards.com/history/ GMA Dove Awards History - Search page] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071024165036/http://www.doveawards.com/history/ |date=2007-10-24 }}</ref> |
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* [[25th GMA Dove Awards]] – New Artist of the Year |
* [[25th GMA Dove Awards]] – New Artist of the Year |
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* [[Dove Awards of 1997|1997 Dove Awards]] – Special Event Album of the Year, ''Tribute-The Songs of Andrae Crouch'' (compilation album won with [[CeCe Winans]], [[Michael W. Smith]], [[Twila Paris]], [[Bryan Duncan]], [[Wayne Watson]], [[The Winans]], [[Take 6]], [[The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir]], [[First Call]], [[Andrae Crouch]] and the [[All Star Choir]]; Norman Miller, [[Neal Joseph]]; [[Warner Alliance]]) |
* [[Dove Awards of 1997|1997 Dove Awards]] – Special Event Album of the Year, ''Tribute-The Songs of Andrae Crouch'' (compilation album won with [[CeCe Winans]], [[Michael W. Smith]], [[Twila Paris]], [[Bryan Duncan]], [[Wayne Watson]], [[The Winans]], [[Take 6]], [[Brooklyn Tabernacle|The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir]], [[First Call]], [[Andrae Crouch]] and the [[All Star Choir]]; Norman Miller, [[Neal Joseph]]; [[Warner Alliance]]) |
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* [[Dove Awards of 1998|1998 Dove Awards]] – Special Event Album of the Year, ''God With Us |
* [[Dove Awards of 1998|1998 Dove Awards]] – Special Event Album of the Year, ''God With Us: A Celebration of Christmas Carols & Classics'' (compilation won with [[Anointed (band)|Anointed]], Michael W. Smith, Twila Paris, [[Sandi Patty]], [[Steven Curtis Chapman]], [[Chris Willis]], [[Steve Green (singer)|Steve Green]], [[Cheri Keaggy]], [[Avalon (American group)|Avalon]], [[Out of the Grey]], [[Ray Boltz]], [[CeCe Winans]], [[Larnelle Harris]]; Norman Miller; Sparrow) |
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* [[Dove Awards of 2000|2000 Dove Awards]] – Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year, |
* [[Dove Awards of 2000|2000 Dove Awards]] – Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year, "I Will Follow Christ" |
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==References== |
==References== |
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==External links== |
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*[http://www.claycrosse.com Official website] |
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*[http://www.holyhomes.org Holy Homes Website] |
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Clay Crosse | |
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Birth name | Walter Clayton Crossnoe |
Born | February 11, 1967 |
Origin | Memphis, Tennessee |
Genres | Contemporary Christian, inspirational |
Instrument | Voice |
Years active | 1994–present |
Labels | Reunion |
Clay Crosse (born Walter Clayton Crossnoe, February 11, 1967) is a contemporary Christian music artist. He has won four GMA Dove Awards, and is probably best known for the single "I Surrender All".
Music career
[edit]Clay Crosse grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, and became a Christian at the age of 13.[1] He married his high school sweetheart, Renee Kennedy. Initially, Clay worked as a courier for FedEx for six years.[2] He then released his first album, My Place Is With You, in 1994. "I Surrender All" was the most successful single from the album.[1][2] With the success of his musical career, Clay was able to leave FedEx and concentrate on music full-time in 1994.[2]
Clay's music has a pop style. He became known for singles such as "I Surrender All", "Midnight Cry", "He Walked A Mile", "Saving The World", and "I Will Follow Christ". He won the Dove Award for "New Artist of the Year" at the 25th GMA Dove Awards in 1994. Nine songs from his first four albums became No. 1 singles,[3] and "He Walked A Mile" won the 1997 CCM Adult Contemporary Song of the Year. In 1999, his song "I Will Follow Christ" won the Dove Award for Inspirational Song of the Year.[4] He collaborated on the song with Bob Carlisle and BeBe Winans.
Following his initial success, Clay went through a time of contemplation and reckoning in his life, one that he describes as "the greatest time of spiritual growth I had ever experienced." After having difficulties with his singing voice, Clay hired a vocal coach, Chris Beatty.[2] At their first appointment, Beatty questioned him about his spiritual life. After praying with the coach that day, Crosse confessed to his wife that he had been struggling with his thought life and that pornography had played a role.[2] It took one year for his relationship with his wife to fully heal.[citation needed] Later, Clay stated that he was thankful that God protected and strengthened his and Renee's marriage during this time.[2] With the changes in his personal life, Clay released A Different Man in 1999. The songs "98", "Sinner's Prayer" and "Arms of Jesus" were written reflecting his personal growth.[1] Touring with Jaci Velasquez, he spoke to teenagers, encouraging sexual abstinence before marriage.[5] He also worked in conjunction with the national student movement True Love Waits.[6] Clay states, "During this life-changing time for me there was a clear change in my career. What was once a focus on 'Christian entertainment' was now a genuine calling to the ministry."
Clay then began working in local ministry, serving as worship pastor for The Love of Christ (TLC) Community Church in Memphis under head pastor Dana Key (of the Christian Rock group DeGarmo and Key). This was Clay's first staff position at a local church. During this time, he signed a deal with the TAG Artist Group to release the CD and DVD Eternity With You: Live Worship.[7] The release of the CD and DVD coincided with the publication of his book I Surrender All. In 2007, he released the single "Believe".[8]
Clay has served as lead worship pastor at the following churches: First Baptist Church of Winter Garden, Winter Garden, Florida 2023-present; First Baptist Church, Bentonville, Arkansas 2013–2023; Faith Baptist Church, Arlington, Tennessee 2010 - 2013; The Love of Christ Church (TLC) 2004 - 2008.
Personal life
[edit]Clay married Renee Kennedy in 1990. They have four children, Shelby (1993), Savannah (1997), Garrett, (1999, adopted from China in 2007), and Sophie (2005, adopted from China in 2005).
Clay and Renee Crosse co-wrote a book with Mark Tabb titled I Surrender All. Clay also authored the book Dashboard Jesus: Distinctive Reminders for Distracted Men. Renee has authored the books Rare Girl and Reclaiming Stolen Intimacy.
Discography
[edit]Clay Crosse has released a total of ten albums: seven studio albums, two compilation albums, one live worship album, and one Christmas album.[9][10]
Albums
[edit]- 1993: My Place Is With You (Reunion)
- 1995: Time To Believe (Reunion)
- 1997: Stained Glass (Reunion) – #141 on the Billboard 200[11]
- 1999: I Surrender All: The Clay Crosse Collection, Vol. 1 (Reunion) – compilation
- 2000: A Different Man (Reunion)
- 2002: Christmas With Clay Crosse (Butterfly)
- 2005: Eternity With You: Live Worship[12] (TAG Artist Group) – CD/DVD live worship album
- 2005: Simply Clay Crosse (Brentwood Music) – compilation
- 2009: Anthems (HolyHomes)
- 2011: Everytime I Feel the Spirit (HolyHomes)
- 2012: Rededication (Ccm Forever Music)
- 2019: Freewill Offering (Inov8 Music)
Singles
[edit]- 1993: "My Place Is With You"
- 1994: "I Surrender All"
- 1994: "I Call Your Name"
- 1995: "His Love's Comin' Over Me"
- 1995: "His Love Is Strong"
- 1995: "The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power"
- 1996: "The Rock"
- 1996: "Time to Believe"
- 1997: "Saving the World"
- 1997: "He Walked a Mile"
- 1998: "Must Have Been Your Hands"
- 1998: "Sold Out Believer"
- 1998: "He Ain't Heavy"
- 1999: "I Will Follow Christ" (with BeBe Winans and Bob Carlisle)
- 2000: "More Like You"
- 2001: "Arms of Jesus"
- 2001: "Sinner's Prayer"
- 2001: "No Fear"
- 2007: "Believe"
MArvie
Awards
[edit]Clay Crosse has won four Dove Awards.[13]
- 25th GMA Dove Awards – New Artist of the Year
- 1997 Dove Awards – Special Event Album of the Year, Tribute-The Songs of Andrae Crouch (compilation album won with CeCe Winans, Michael W. Smith, Twila Paris, Bryan Duncan, Wayne Watson, The Winans, Take 6, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, First Call, Andrae Crouch and the All Star Choir; Norman Miller, Neal Joseph; Warner Alliance)
- 1998 Dove Awards – Special Event Album of the Year, God With Us: A Celebration of Christmas Carols & Classics (compilation won with Anointed, Michael W. Smith, Twila Paris, Sandi Patty, Steven Curtis Chapman, Chris Willis, Steve Green, Cheri Keaggy, Avalon, Out of the Grey, Ray Boltz, CeCe Winans, Larnelle Harris; Norman Miller; Sparrow)
- 2000 Dove Awards – Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year, "I Will Follow Christ"
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Clay Crosse Music page at Christianity Today
- ^ a b c d e f CBN.com: "Clay and Renee Crosse - Keeping Secrets" Archived 2007-07-11 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Clay Crosse BIO", ChristianMusic.com Archived 2007-07-06 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Mark Allan Powell (2002). Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music. Hendrickson Publishers, Inc.
- ^ FEATURE: Living Proof - Teens, Christianity Today
- ^ "About True Love Waits", Christianity Today
- ^ "Clay Crosse Signs Deal With TAG Artist Group" Archived 2006-05-16 at the Wayback Machine, About.com
- ^ "Clay Crosse: Believe", Rolling Stone[dead link ]
- ^ Clay Crosse Discography at Billboard.com
- ^ Vh1.com: Clay Crosse albums
- ^ "Billboard 200: Week of July 26, 1997". Billboard. Retrieved 17 July 2022.
- ^ Clay Crosse Discography at Yahoo! Music
- ^ GMA Dove Awards History - Search page Archived 2007-10-24 at the Wayback Machine