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!

It’s Mother’s Day weekend and we’re celebrating with powerful music, artist stories, and a chart that’s full of surprises in the second half! William Ryan III is your host, bringing you the top 20 songs in Christian music — including new music from MercyMe, Phil Wickham, and Katy Nichole. We’ll also hear from listeners around the world, check in with our Station of the Week broadcasting from Texas, and crown a new Future Fan Favorite. Plus, find out which song holds the #1 spot for the fifth week in a row… and stick around for a throwback to Jeremy Camp’s classic Take You Back.20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit
20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel
around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

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20 The Countdown Magazine (5/10/25)

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III counts down the biggest songs in Christian music — including a 5-spot jump, a few brand-new debuts, and a returning #1 that’s still holding strong.
You’ll also hear stories from the artists themselves, listener shout-outs from around the world, and the latest Future Fan Favorite winner — plus, two new songs you can vote on for next week!
Along the way, William shares a personal anniversary story, highlights a new station joining the 20 family, and gives you a sneak peek at some exciting things happening in Christian music right now.20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit
20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel
around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

20 The Countdown Magazine (5/3/25)

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a brand-new song makes its debut, four tracks make big jumps up the chart, and we hear the powerful stories behind several of your favorite songs — straight from the artists themselves. Plus, a listener from Kenya shares how she fits the show into her week, and we spotlight a station that’s helping spread hope in Alabama. Don’t miss it!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit
20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel
around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

20 The Countdown Magazine (4/26/25)

Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with this special Easter edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine!

William Ryan III counts down the top 20 songs in Christian music. You'll also hear the latest from Brandon Lake, Katy Nichole, TobyMac, and Megan Woods — plus brand-new music from Phil Wickham, Blanca, Taylor Hill, and Hope Darst.

This week’s show also features powerful Easter throwbacks from 2nd Chapter of Acts, Ray Boltz, Don Francisco, and NewSong, as well as a special worship moment with Kari Jobe’s Forever.

Along the way, William shares personal Easter reflections, a sweet message from a young listener, and stories behind the songs from Bart Millard, Elevation Rhythm, and Crowder.

Don’t miss the Artist News “Three Things You Need to Know,” our Future Fan Favorite winner, and a shoutout to our Station of the Week — The Light DFW!

For more, visit 20thecountdown.com — and Happy Easter!20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit
20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel
around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

William Ryan, III

20 The Countdown Magazine by William Ryan, III

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