Chris Sligh’s CD, Running Back To You has wowed critics from USA Today to CCMmagazine.com now has the highest debut on Christian SoundScan this week as well. On top of that, his single, “Empty Me” continues to garner praise from Christian radio all across the country and climb the charts (currently No. 15 AC Indicator; No.18 AC Monitor; #23 CHR – all Radio & Records). Here’s what some of the top radio Program Directors have to say:

• “We thought that ‘Empty Me’ would be a hit. We guessed right! After testing it, we bumped it to heavy (rotation) as soon as we could”
  Jim Beeler, KSBJ, Houston

• ”’Empty Me’ is a phenomenal power ballad with incredible vocals, artistry and lyrics that instantly connect with every believer. This song is an absolute hit!”
  Bob Thronton, KXOJ, Tulsa

• ”’Empty Me’ is amazing! The lyrics point to the Truth that God, and only God, can fill the void within us. Combine the lyrics with this power anthem of a melody and chorus, and you have a formula for success. It’s a hit!”
  Chalmer HarperWCQR, Johnson City

Next week, Sligh returns to L.A. to celebrate the season finale of this season’s American Idol, where he’ll attend several Idol events, including Fox TV and radio press junkets and performing at L.A.’s massive KIIS-FM Idol Finale party along with Season 5’s Ace Young and more.

Find out what the radio programmers are buzzing about. Visit Sligh’s YMZ artist page and give the album a spin.