Petra may mean Rock, but if there’s one thing that can get Christian music fans spinning faster than a Duncan Phillips drum solo, it’s debating who belongs on the Mount Rushmore of CCM. And recently, CCM Magazine lit up X (formerly Twitter) with that very question: “Who is on your Mt. Rushmore of CCM? I’ll start…”—accompanied by a GIF of none other than Carman from Satan, Bite the Dust glory. The post quickly took on a life of its own, racking up hundreds of responses.
One name seems to come up a lot… @tobymac is officially a part of the CCM Mount Rushmore. #ccmtwitter #tobymac @dctalkofficial #ccmmag https://t.co/LGgDlD6EwO pic.twitter.com/CJshyxv95y
— CCM Magazine (@CCMmagazine) February 13, 2025
One of the standout moments? TobyMac himself jumped into the chat, playfully thanking CCM Magazine for making him the “first” spot on the mountain. But the comments kept rolling, with fans passionately making their cases for legends like Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, DC Talk, Steven Curtis Chapman, Audio Adrenaline, Kirk Franklin, and even CCM Originals like Keith Green, Larry Norman, and Rich Mullins. Some threw in wild cards— Stryper, Casting Crowns, Lecrae, and Skillet. CCM history isn’t one-size-fits-all.
It’s no surprise that this conversation hit a nerve. CCM is more than just music—it’s the soundtrack to personal faith journeys, youth group road trips, and that one VBS song you still know by heart. Whether you grew up on Place in This World or Jesus Freak, your Mount Rushmore says a lot about your musical DNA. And let’s be real—whittling it down to just four names? Practically impossible.
So, now it’s your turn! Who’s on YOUR Mount Rushmore of CCM? Drop your picks in the comments and let the debate continue. Will your choices stand the test of time, or will someone hit you with a “What about the Supertones?” Let’s hear it!
