The Geoff Moore Interview | CCM LegacyCAST | Look back. Lean in. Leave behind.

This in-depth interview delves into the personal & musical journey of Geoff Moore - veteran Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter, tracing his path from reluctant singer to CCM pioneer. Moore shares his early beginnings, experiences from concerts, tours with famous bands, and gives a glimpse into his creative songwriting process. He dissects the clear shift he noticed in the Christian music industry towards worship music and the resulting lack of 'horizontal music.' Moore also emphasizes the importance of friendships, faith, and community in shaping an artist's career and personal growth. Reflecting on the uniqueness of his career, he discusses his decision to found a nonprofit for outdoor adventures of church and nonprofit leaders, enabled by his musical groundwork. Moore encourages viewers to embrace faith and take chances irrespective of their vocation.
00:08 The Unexpected Performance: Geoff Moore and The Distance
01:29 The Introduction: Welcoming Geoff
04:42 The Early Days: Childhood and Musical Beginnings
05:18 The Journey: From Steel Fabricating Business to Music
18:16 The Breakthrough: Chance Meeting with Michael W. Smith
21:30 The Struggles and Triumphs: Navigating the Music Industry
23:15 The Legacy: Reflecting on a Career in Music
41:34 The Start of a New Label and a New Journey
42:20 Forefront and Its Impact
42:46 The Shift in Music and Its Commercial Success
43:17 The Struggle and Honesty in Music Creation
44:05 The Power of Songs and Their Impact on Lives
45:34 The Evolution of Music and Its Influence on Artists
46:10 The Legacy of Music and Its Lasting Impact
46:43 The Journey of Touring and Its Challenges
47:02 The Power of Community and Its Influence on Artists
49:00 The Importance of Legacy and Its Impact on Future Generations
51:05 The Transition in Christian Music and Its Effects
54:59 The Importance of Relationships and Their Impact on Legacy
57:37 The Role of Faith in Shaping Legacy
58:09 The Importance of Leaving a Legacy
58:09 The Impact of Worship Music on Christian Music
01:15:17 The Role of Fellowship Adventures in Building Legacy
01:19:48 The Final Thoughts on Legacy and Its Importance

[@MarcGebhard]

Thanks. My wife and I have lots of great memories of seeing Geoff and his band in the late 80s and 90s. Such encouraging music. Thanks!

[@rexsmetzer]

I have always loved Geoff Moore & this interview just makes me love him even more!!! 😍😍😍 Thanks for the great interview!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ericcire7709]

You have great taste in music, bro!

[@robbchastain3036]

Thanks so much for the conversation, gentlemen, nice to hear these stories of decades-ago (great) adventures and accomplishments and even some bewilderment at the men's clothier in the mall but then we all needed daytime jobs, no? And lots of us still have them after the shrinkage of the scene and that's okay, it was epic of people like Geoff to speak to all in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs and a favorite moment for me was seeing Geoff and another guy--Steven, that name comes to mind--playfully interacting with attendees in the exhibit hall of a GMA Week. And thanks, Geoff, for being for us a friend like you.

[@ericcire7709]

Tell Geoff I would be happy to send him those two records.

[@arrongalbraith6583]

Hello love the interview but sometime you as the host talks over the top of Geoff I want to listen to HIM, please be respectful to the artists and let them speak more. Love the work you do keep it up!!

[@CCMLegacyCAST]

Appreciate the feedback. I do tend to talk over and interrupt. Want it to be a casual, real conversation , but you're right - It's a platform for the artists, not the hosts. Blessings!