‘Loved the Lord’ and ‘Epitome of Cool’—Carrie Underwood Opens Up About Death of ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ Songwriter

‘Loved the Lord’ and ‘Epitome of Cool’—Carrie Underwood Opens Up About Death of ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ Songwriter

Christian singer, songwriter, and producer Brett James’ work, including “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” has been credited on nearly 500 artist recordings. Read MoreThe post ‘Loved the Lord’ and ‘Epitome of Cool’—Carrie Underwood Opens Up About Death of ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ Songwriter appeared first on Christian News Now.

Beloved Christian Music Artist Brett James Dies in Plane Crash

A tragic aviation accident in North Carolina claimed the lives of three individuals, including Brett James, a prominent Christian songwriter known for his contribution to the Grammy-winning hit “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” His wife, Melody Carole Wilson, and stepdaughter, Meryl Maxwell Wilson, were also among the victims.

Kenny Chesney Remembers ‘Unique Bond’ With Late Songwriter Brett James

Kenny Chesney shared a tribute to the Grammy-winning country songwriter, Brett James, who worked on many of his biggest hits, including “Out Last Night.”  “I can’t believe I’m saying it but adios Brett James,” the country star wrote. “Thank you for being a lifer, for being a shirtless, sunburned troubadour, for your friendship, your songs and all the laughs. Save me a seat at the After Party.” Chesney shared the post on Instagram Monday, Sep…

Kenny Chesney mourns Brett James after country songwriter dies in plane crash with wife and stepdaughter

Brett James, the Grammy-nominated songwriter behind hits for Kenny Chesney and Carrie Underwood, died in a plane crash that also killed his wife and stepdaughter.

30 Of The Biggest Hits Written By The Late, Great Country Music Legend, Brett James

On Thursday, September 18, the country music community was blindsided by the tragic death of Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James, who was killed in a plane crash in North Carolina along with his wife and stepdaughter. According to authorities in Macon County, NC,  the Cirrus SR22T with tail number N218VB took off from John C. Tune Airport in Nashville shortly after noon on Thursday before crashing near Iotla Valley Elementary School in Frankli…

Kenny Chesney Shares Dedication To Late Songwriting Partner Brett James

Brett James, best known for his Grammy-winning hits Jesus, Take The Wheel, Something in the Water, and Kenny Chesney’s When The Sun Goes Down, died suddenly on September 19. Brett, along with his wife, Melody Wilson, and her daughter, Meryl Maxwell Wilson, died in a small plane crash. The news devastated the country music industry. The loss devastated his dear friend, Kenny Chesney, who posted a long and loving tribute to the man he called his “…