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Nashville singer Jemia recently released her self-titled debut EP. After a career as a backing vocalist for artists like Michael W. Smith and Steven Curtis Chapman, Jemia finally decided to step out as a solo singer. "Prayerfully I'll be traveling, sharing my ministry. I also plan to continue writing new songs into next year!" - Jemia
I started playing guitar and singing around thirteen years old. Music was my first love, and something to this day, I feel truly inspired by. I am the youngest child in my family. When I was born, my dad was already in his forties and working on his second family. So, I have siblings that are nearly twenty years older than me. In some ways, the age difference was great because I was exposed to a diverse mix of music in my young life (70’s Rock, Motown, R&B, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Pop., etc.,)
My first experience singing on stage was with one of my older brothers in a cover band. He was performing at a hotel and brought me up to sing a song. I think I was only fourteen years old, but I was so excited about the opportunity to share music this way. Since then, it’s all I’ve ever really wanted to do.
Growing up, my family went to a Catholic church once or twice a year. I was baptized and believed in God, but I didn’t know what a relationship with God was like. I didn’t know much about Jesus.
My father was an alcoholic. His choices caused a lot of pain and profoundly impacted my entire family. His abuse of alcohol, drugs, and women drastically affected my mother and all of his children in some way. Eventually, my parents divorced, and my father later died from this lifestyle.
As a teenager, immediately out of high school, I moved alone to the nearest big city and auditioned for a cover band. I “got the gig” and for three years, I toured and played music in bars four to six nights a week with a fake ID.
At twenty-one years old, I moved to Los Angeles and attended Musicians Institute (MI). After graduating, I stayed in Los Angeles to pursue music, playing in Hollywood bars with several rockers you may know and fell into the Hollywood party scene. Unfortunately, drugs and alcohol became a normal part of my life. At that time, I didn’t have God at the center of my life, and I thought that’s what “cool people’ did. This lifestyle led to many bad decisions including drug addiction and near-death experiences. It did not advance my music career or improve my life. Quite the opposite…I’m lucky to be alive.
I became a father in my twenties and decided to get married. Raising my two kids is one of the greatest blessings of my life, but I found out quickly that my earnings as a musician at that time wasn’t going to be enough to support a family. By God’s grace, I found an opportunity in the denim and fashion industry. This line of work was surprisingly interesting to me because I discovered common ground between fashion and music. Something about the synergy of technical and creative really worked for me, and I picked it up quickly. This opportunity actually led to a full-blown career. I had to leave music behind for about seven years when I took a job in New York City. This was a confusing time because I became the Vice President at a Fortune 500 Company (without a college degree by the way) and was making more money than I ever had, and yet I found myself miserable.
I enjoyed denim and fashion, but corporate life was not a good fit for me.
I returned to California in 2005 to work for a smaller premium denim supply company. My family settled in Valencia, California. I bought a home with a recording studio and spent all of my free time with my kids, writing, and making music.
My marriage struggled from the very beginning, and in January of 2010, a fifteen-year marriage ended in divorce. I hit my rock bottom when my children moved across the country to Florida with their mother. Everything I worked for was lost. I found myself sitting in a house alone and broken.
My older brother Jeff had given his life to the Lord nearly twenty years before my mess began, and I remember thinking that he had lost his mind. All he ever did was talk about Jesus, Jesus, Jesus… (funny enough, I probably sound crazy to others now for the same reason). Even though I had this opinion of Jeff, other than my mother, Jeff was my “go-to” person for encouragement through the toughest days. He was always there for me. He was living in Ohio and I was in Los Angeles, but he suggested I find a church to be around encouraging people.
To honor my brother Jeff’s request, I agreed to attend a service at Angelus Temple, the Church of the Dream Center with Pastor Matthew Barnett. The promise that this church had good music was the bait that lured me to attend. That day was the beginning of a radical transformation. I had my nine-year-old son that weekend and took him with me. Privately, I had a preconceived idea that this church would be boring and ask for money. I thought I’d leave feeling guilty about my life (but at least I showed up and would have kept my promise to my brother).
I felt really surprised. The music was modern, relevant, loud, and powerful. The bait worked.
That day, the pastor’s message was “There’s life after giving up”. It felt like the entire room of more than two-thousand people vanished, and there was a tunnel from the pastor’s words to my ears… like God was speaking to me directly. They had an altar call towards the end of service and invited newcomers to give their life to Christ. My son raised his hand. I was overwhelmed and wept tears of joy (truthfully, I was totally confused about what was happening, but I knew it was something important and good). This was a new day. My life started over. I met kind, encouraging, and inclusive people from all walks of life; All seeking God’s presence.
The pastor and worship leaders invited me to come back and share one of my songs to the congregation. That turned into several years of service. God transformed my heart from a self-centered person seeking a career in music to satisfy myself - into a grateful man, joyful to serve God and striving to be a blessing any way I can.
Now I know and understand that the only reason I was given the gift and passion for music is to directly or indirectly glorify God and His purpose.
In my most broken years, I found hope and joy volunteering to serve and worship anywhere possible. I would lead worship (singing and playing acoustic guitar) at a half-way house, a prison, a rehab meeting, a home gathering, or a sanctuary or arena with thousands.
It was all the same joy and still is.
I felt a nudge to write music again, but this time, praise and worship were all I wanted to write. My first Christian album was released in 2013 as a self- produced album titled “Audience of One”. In the fall of 2013, I met my wife Danielle. Not online. Not at a bar. I volunteered to lead worship at a church service in Long Beach. Danielle’s father was planting a church, and she had volunteered to help her dad by singing on the worship team that same night. God re-wrote a perfect script for me. Danielle and I were married one year later on November 2014, and we have been on an incredible God-centered journey ever since. Danielle is my purpose-partner. We do everything together, and it all starts in prayer.
Together we started our own denim supply company called Artisan Cloth Inc., and we lead worship together almost every weekend somewhere around the country or internationally. I wrote a collection of praise & worship songs called “Wonderful Powerful” in 2016/2017 that I planned on releasing as another self-produced album. However, just prior to releasing, I met a gentleman from Nashville who has a music marketing company called Bridge music. Bridge Music has a distribution partnership with Sony/Provident. The owner became my friend and asked to hear my new music. He really liked what he heard. Fall of 2017 we released “Would You Believe” a radio single that reached the top 20 in Christian & Gospel. October 26th, 2018, we will release “Lord Of All”.
God is opening big doors. All of this happened, not by pursuing a self-centered career to be rich or famous, but by giving God my personal best and serving through my pain. Putting God first in all that I do allow doors to open that I could never imagine. Divine connections are being made.
And by the way, my daughter moved back with me shortly after the divorce, and I ended up raising her as a single dad. She saw God transform my life and gave her life to Christ as well. Today, she is a graduate of a top Christian school, Vanguard University, and lives her life fully seeking after God’s heart.
The Bible says “Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you” Matthew 6:33. Give it a try. I’m convinced Jesus is the author of the skies, and the Lord of All….. to be continued.
Skylee Shea is a 20-year-old Christian singer-songwriter who is emerging with musical talents blessed from The Lord. As a young contemporary Christian artist, Skylee Shea has written, recorded and performed her original music for several churches and worship events.
Captivating her audiences with her youth and passion for music, Skylee Shea sends a message for the Lord within her music. Performing at Grand Canyon University for the 2013 Elevate Christian Music Festival Competition, she has been recognized as a young imminent talent.
Skylee has also performed at the 2015 & 2016 Elevate Music Festival, 2015 Hope Fest, 2015 Maricopa County Fair, 2015 Coconino County Fair, 2015 Arizona State Fair, and many more church and worship events.
Skylee Shea's EP "I'll Do What You Ask" debuted on EMG Records in January 2014.
Jermaine Bollinger exists to transform the current worship culture in Christian music today by striving to be the catalyst that revolutionizes the industry forever."
BIO:
Jermaine Bollinger has been handed a God-given talent. He has been inclined with the gift of music. Not only is Jermaine a fantastic singer/songwriter, but he can also play a variety of instruments exceptionally well.
Named after Jermaine Jackson, Bollinger has solidified himself as a reliable and extremely gifted musical performer, studio musician, composer, lyricist, and engineer. On most of his albums, Bollinger plays the vast majority of the instruments (if not all of the instruments on the majority of the tracks), and he writes and/or arranges every song and engineers (records, mixes, and masters) the albums.
Katie Garibaldi is an award-winning Americana singer/songwriter and guitar player from the San Francisco Bay Area. She is an endorsed Breedlove Guitars artist and has been named a Music Connection Magazine Top 100 Live Unsigned Artist. An avid national touring performer, Katie has amassed a devoted fan base, due to her engaging live shows and personal connection to her listeners through her music.
Her latest release Rooted Clarity is available online and in stores. Pre-order her new original holiday album, Home Sweet Christmas, due out December 1, 2017, at www.katiegaribaldi.com/store
For more information and tour dates, visit www.katiegaribaldi.com
The Sister duo, Alicia & Whitney, are internationally-selling singer/songwriters, authors, and speakers based out of Branson, Missouri, with a heart for reaching the lost through their music. They began singing at a young age as a product of growing up in a musical family and have not lost their love for music since.
After losing their beloved father to cancer, the sisters began to write songs through their grieving process and it renewed a passion for songwriting within them. During that time, Alicia & Whitney felt God urging them to go back to the core of who He created them to be and to help others come to know Him and the purpose He has for each person. They released their debut album "Core" which has helped many reflect and heal from the inside-out through the love of Jesus.
Since then, the sisters have traveled around the United States and beyond, sharing their hearts and ministry through speaking and music. Alicia & Whitney's passion for missions begins at home and has spread them globally to places such as Honduras, Tanzania, and Israel. Whitney has released her debut book "Beauty for My Ashes”, written to help people cope with grief in a healthy way after losing a loved one. Her second book, “Occupy While Waiting" the singles guide to pursuing God, Purpose and Healthy Relationships is available now. Alicia & Whitney's NEW album "A Portrait of Worship" is complete and now available as well! You can find all of their merchandise on this website located in the "Store" section. Alicia & Whitney are available for booking at churches, conferences, and other events!
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https://aliciaandwhitney.com/home
PO Box 423 Branson MO, 65615
Latrese is an independent Christian recording artist. Sharing the love of Jesus through song. Come with us on this exciting adventure in living out her purpose through this powerful and fun interview.
"The journey of an aspiring recording artist...The ups and downs, the excitements and anxiety. I am inviting you all in to take the trip with me. Starting singing at the age of 2 years old and I haven't shut up since :D. God made me with purpose and my desire is to live up to that purpose and live this earth empty. I want to give my all. So here it is...Let's go." - Latrese
About:
I am a CCM Recording Artist, Songwriter and Worship Leader. My mission is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through my music ministry. As we draw closer to the return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ it is important that we share the love of Christ with the world. I believe that we are called to be the light in the midst of darkness.
Biography:
Singer, Songwriter and Inspiration leader are just a few words to describe CCM recording artist Natasha Phillips. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA she clearly defines the meaning of Virtuous Woman. She is beautiful, educated, driven and most of all dedicated to fulfilling God’s plan for her life. “I choose to glorify God in everything I do.” Natasha has been singing and writing music since she was a very small child. It was at a very young age that her mother realized that her daughter had a very special gift, a voice that not only brought joy to those who listened, but the ability to create her own melodies and songs. Throughout her adolescent years she participated in several musical activities including bands, choruses, choirs, and songwriting groups which only furthered her interest in music. After graduating high school Natasha obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgia State University and a Master's Degree from Troy University. After working for two Fortune 500 companies and a successful career in Supply Chain Management she decided to place her focus back on her music ministry.“My mission is to spread the Gospel to millions of people through my ministry.” Not only is she a talented singer, but she is also a very gifted songwriter that writes and arranges all variations of music. In 2012, she independently released her Critically Acclaimed single “More of You” which became a smash single across radio stations in the United States and London. The success of More of You also gained her an appearance on The Bobby Jones Gospel Show, Atlanta Live and gained her recognition amongst her gospel music peers and associates.“My music demonstrates that God is faithful and worthy of all the praise; and able to bring you out of any situation.” Although influenced by gospel greats such as Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, and Helen Baylor, Natasha also gets her inspiration to write music from family, friends, and testimonies of the goodness of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Her performances and appearances include: Atlanta Gospel Fest, Empowered Christian Women’s Blog Talk Radio Show, Dorinda Clark Cole’s Annual Singers and Musicians Conference, Eddie’s Attic, National Association of Gospel Promoters and Managers, Heritage Arts Festival, Bobby Jones Gospel, Atlanta Live and many others. Her upbeat contemporary music style appeals to people of all ages, races, and ethnicities, allowing them to dance and groove while receiving the anointing of God’s word. Natasha’s songwriting abilities and performance skills show people that she is not just a singer, but a creative artist. She is an artist with a vision to bring new people to God’s Kingdom. She is a very talented artist that is sure to capture the hearts of audiences worldwide.
With his ability to bring both cultural and musical diversity into his work, Grammy award-winning producer and musician Ron Rawls exemplifies what it means to be a true artist. Working as a touring musician for the last several years, Ron is currently the music director for gospel and Christian recording artist Mandisa. He earned both a Grammy Award and GMA Dove Award in 2014 for his work on her 2013 studio album, “Overcomer.”Ron has just released his first single, “Heaven’s Perspective” as a solo artist in 2018.
Musical talent runs through Ron’s DNA. He grew up in a musical family and learned the ropes playing piano at his church in Huntsville, Alabama. He earned his bachelor’s degree in music production and technology from Middle Tennessee State University.
Diversity is key to Ron’s motivation in making music; he is passionate about inspiring others with hope and encouragement through his artistry. When he isn’t busy making music, this Nashville-based artist gathers inspiration from spending time at the beach.
Songwriter.Singer.Inventor
SHELBY BLONDELL·FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2018·
Shelby Blondell is a European Indie Music chart-topping, Songwriter | Singer | Inventor & Event Specialist, from Linthicum MD, whose determination shows that even brain surgeries cannot get her down. Shelby has played alongside national acts such as James Arthur, Pentatonix, Sabrina Carpenter and Howie Day while playing at iconic venues along the east coast of the United States. Her music has been featured on radio stations both nationally and internationally, such as 93.1WPOC, fresh FM 94.7 and 98.7 WTMD with a radio hit TOP 10, "Fun In The Sun", on the European Indie Music Charts. Shelby has also made a national buzz when mentioned by Elizabeth Banks, Cosmopolitan and Seventeen Magazine.
From house shows to national venues, private parties to an interactive experience for Children's Hospitals or conference events, Shelby Blondell is a solo artist whose music has a unique sound that can only be described as if Johnny Cash, Sara Bareilles, and Adele are having a tailgate.
“I say I’m a songwriter first because it’s my songs that I want to touch people's lives. Whether it’s a song I’m writing, event I’m playing or product I’m developing, I want to have an impact and be a light for others as many have been for me. Thank you for continuing to Live, Laugh, Love, Dream and Believe in me.” Much Love Shelby Blondell https://www.shelbyblondell.com
Tobacco Road….Hickory, Kentucky….
SETH CRANE MUSIC
….it may sound pretty country to many, but it sounds like home to me. This is the place where my foundation in Christ began and was nurtured.
I was raised in the church. My parents were music ministers in a time when praise and worship were just beginning to break into the Bible Belt. My first exposure to church music was sitting in Mama’s lap while she played the piano for church because I refused to go to the nursery. Her arms and hands played all around me and I was right there in the middle of it.
Being the son of music ministers meant we participated in several church congregations while growing up. Each one gave me new experiences that fed me spiritually. But, it was when I attended children’s camp with FBC Mayfield that Jesus became my Savior.
My love for music came naturally, probably DNA alone, so I began playing guitar and taking some lessons. I also picked up some tunes on the keyboard and really liked figuring out how to play movie themes.
Through middle school and high school, I just walked through life not giving much thought to needing more than Christ saving me. Teenage years are tough, as we all know, and through those struggles, I began to experience Jesus in a new way because I cried out to Him for help.
Through some really dark times, the words, “Crying out to the Father up above” came to my heart and the song “I Surrender” was written. I began writing, singing, playing, recording and mixing music on my cell phone in my closet. Nine more songs followed as the idea of putting together a CD began to come to life.
Each step of this journey has been a process and a walk of faith. I have not known what the next step would be and I do not know what the next step will be. I only know what this step is, right now. So, I step in it with prayer and with a heart seeking and striving to be obedient to the Lord’s calling and direction.
I ask for your prayer as I journey in ministry and I pray for you that through this ministry you will come to know Christ and develop a desire to know Him like never before.
Wendy M Nelson joins The Rac Man for a special presentation of The Stand Gospel Album! As the producer and singer/songwriter on the project, Wendy joyfully shares about the CD and the Artist who join her on the album.
Emotional, Anthemic, Positive! Brant Pethick is an award-winning Christian singer/songwriter from Ottawa, Canada, who focuses on writing positive and hopeful inspirational anthems! Brant's lyrical exploration and sensitivity compel the listener to create their own legacy in an upbeat, artistic adventure of messages that embrace or question love, life, and inspirational guidance.
With much anticipation, Brant released his debut album called Awake in 2012, which was produced by Gospel Music Association of Canada Producer of the Year, Andrew Horrocks. Four singles from Awake landed on Christian radio and charted on several stations.
Brant has since focused on the art of songwriting by collaborating with several influential professional songwriters and artists, such as Jaylene Johnson (Gospel Music Association of Canada winner / JUNO nominee), Jesse Weeks (National RadioStar Winner) and Arun Chaturvedi (JUNO nominated songwriter and Western Canadian Music Award Producer of the Year). Brant's efforts paid off, resulting in four additional radio singles (Christian/Commercial Pop), many of which were finalists in several international songwriting competitions in the Gospel/Christian category. https://www.brantpethick.com/music
Chad Chaney is a passionate worship artist with a purpose: love Jesus and love others. Chad took a huge leap of faith when he got the calling to leave the acting business for full-time music ministry. The choice was instantaneous and the move from his previous locale in Hollywood, Ca. was made that very week. Chad has shared the stage with many national acts as well as headlining multiple events himself. He wants nothing more than to share the Gospel and his story through music and stories. Chad's songs are rooted in struggle and redemption and a new life that has ultimately brought us ALL life and conquered fear and doubt. https://www.chaneymusic.com/bio
WHO IS TIM FOX?
Tim has followed the voice of Jesus from an early age. He has experienced a personal relationship with Jesus Christ in many powerful ways.
Timothy Fox’s Call and Anointing: I was saved at the age of 5, led to Jesus by my Mother Mary Fox. From that moment, I felt something was different inside of me and a longing to know Jesus Christ. As I attended Sunday School I wanted to see and experience the supernatural, because of the Old Testament stories of Abraham, Moses, Samson, Elijah and like in the New Testament that featured Jesus Christ, how He healed the sick, raised the dead, cast out demons and preach the Gospel of the Kingdom of God. I expected to somehow see God’s power demonstrated just like I heard of in the Bible. I was five years old when I joined my brothers in a trio, performing from Nothern CA to Southern CA. We booked concerts in local Churches, Church Camps, Colleges, Schools, Entertainment, and Businesses.
There were several times when I sensed Gods Hand and Calling on my life.
When I was a teenager, and our trio was booked for a concert at a church camp in Northern CA.
In my downtime one day, I was invited to join a couple of counselors for lazy river rapids ride in an inflatable raft for a couple of hours one afternoon. The river after several miles turned rough, and I was thrown out of the raft.
The paddle I held from the raft was yanked out of my hand as the river’s undertow began to pull me deeper toward the bottom of the river. As this happened to me like a so motion movie, I realized I could do nothing to save myself from drowning. So I prayed, “God my life is in your hands”. Immediately, His Peace comes over me, all the while I was being swept further down the river. Suddenly I felt a rock and thought this rock can save me. I put my hands up above my head, came up out the rapidly rushing water and held on to a slippery and slimy rock. In a few minutes, my friends came by, and pull me out of the river and into the raft. I was told we thought you had drowned. I rehearsed what had just happened telling my friends, how God saved me. They suggested I testify that night at our camp concert. I shared the testimony how I should have died that afternoon, and that Jesus saved my life for a reason. About 250 kids had packed out this camp meeting and concert. As I shared what happened to me, I felt led to ask anyone who wanted to Know God and His Love in their life, come forward and seek Him now. These kids rushed the front of the stage, as the powerful yet loving Presence of God, filled the meeting so much so, that you could not find a place to step around kids and counselors who were seeking Christ’s Forgiveness, Love and Powerful Presence in their lives with hundreds of re-commitments to Jesus Christ.
Band Members:
Allan Scott (lead vocals, guitar)
Matthew Wolf (lead guitar)
Caleb Bush (drums)
Connor Williams (bass)
Jared VanOuse (keys, BGV's)
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Biography
Christian Pop/Rock from Pennsylvania.
ASB is Allan Scott (lead vox/guitar), Matt Wolf (guitar) Connor Williams (bass), Jared VanOuse (keys/programming), Caleb Bush (drums).
Singer and songwriter Allan Scott discovered an affinity for music at a young age. He was eleven when his brother started taking guitar lessons. “I eventually took his guitar and didn’t give it back,” Allan explained with a laugh.
Much of Allan’s early years, however, weren’t a laughing matter. Raised in a home that was characterized by his parent’s heated arguments, their eventual divorce, and his mother’s remarriage which ended with his stepfather being escorted from their house in handcuffs after an incident of domestic abuse, Allan remembers his childhood as one marked by rejection.
Allan’s home life continued to deteriorate during his teen years. He fell into the destructive clutches of drug use. At his lowest point, he found himself in Dallas, with no place to live and smoking crystal meth. In desperation, he cried out to God.
God’s answer came in an unlikely form: an arrest. It was during his time in jail that Allan’s life was radically changed. “It was my nineteenth day in jail, and I remember thinking – I don’t have to live like this anymore. In Psalms, it says, ‘I am close to the brokenhearted, I save those who are crushed in spirit.’ He set me free, forgave me, and gave me a new life.”
Allan has ministered alongside artists such as Citizen Way, 7eventh Time Down, JJ Weeks Band, Paul Baloche, Kari Jobe, David Crowder, Big Daddy Weave, Jason Crabb, John Waller, Plumb, John Tibbs, Anthem Lights, Abandon & David Dunn. He has also been featured in the 200th Episode of Focus on the Family’s Plugged in Podcast, CCM Magazine, Worship with Andy Chrisman, The Harvest TV Show and internationally on TBN’s “Praise the Lord” and CBN’s “The 700 Club” television programs. In 2012, 2013 & 2017 Allan led campus wide worship events at Andrew Wommack Ministries International/Charis Bible College in Colorado Springs, CO. Allan Scott Band has appeared main-stage at festivals across the country including Creation 17/18 NorthEast. Currently the band is being featured nationally on the Born to Be Brave Tour, a one night father & son connecting event from best selling author and creator of TrueGirl , Dannah Gresh.
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Aaron Graham was born 1972, in Lisburn Northern Ireland, where he still lives. He is married and has two children. Aaron grew up in a Christian home with his dad being the Pastor of his local church. He always had a passion for singing from an early age. Aaron sang when his dad took services in Churches in Northern Ireland.
His first recording which was basically unheard of was recorded in 2003. This recording contained three songs written by Aaron. He began singing at various youth events and singing alongside artists from the USA such as the Mid-South Boys and English singer Paul Wheater. This opened up many opportunities for his singing. Then in 2010, he recorded his first self-penned album “Anointed”, which is still available as a download and also in CD format. “Anointed” contains 9 songs, some of which have been played on UCB radio and sung in many churches. Aaron is currently a worship leader at his home church in Belfast.
Later in 2017 Aaron is set to release a new album and has been working with a good friend multitalented musician-producer, Felipe Gonzalez, originally from Venezuela, now working as a missionary Pastor in Brazil. Seven years after recording “Anointed”, Aaron is back with a new sound bringing you new songs that will make you dance, clap your hands, cry, and challenge you. The first single “Cry Out” will be released 19th May digitally with a pre-order released on iTunes on the 5th May which includes the lyric video for the song. In its first week of release, the video gained almost 1000 views on his Facebook page, and the single has gained airplay on a Radio Stations in Canada and USA even before the song is released.
Aaron has a small number of followers on his Facebook page but is amazed of what God has done so far in his music career. He is very much looking forward to the future.
Not About Us the album was released independently 15th Sept and has gained even more airplay on radio stations in the UK as well as the US and Canada. Aaron just wants the world to hear his songs and be blessed. New Music Coming 2019 https://www.aaronvgraham.com
Andrea Vestby is a Canadian Christian contemporary singer/songwriter and worship leader at The Father's House church in Bon Accord, Alberta. She has been writing songs for 15 years, but only recently began recording. She is an advocate to end domestic violence by sharing her story. The songs on her debut EP, to be released in early 2019, were written out of her own personal struggles to find hope and healing.
Her first single 'Hardest Time of Year' is close to her heart. It is a song meant to help us look outside of ourselves to see those who are hurting and to be there for them. The song was written the first year she became a single Mom to her six children, after 15 years in an abusive marriage. She has since found healing and restoration in her life, an amazing husband and 4 beautiful step-children. However, she never forgets the struggle and would like to encourage others. Christmas is a beautiful time of year, but for some, it is the hardest time of year. https://andreavestby.com/
Jermaine Bollinger has been handed a God-given talent. He has been inclined with the gift of music. Not only is Jermaine a fantastic singer/songwriter, but he can also play a variety of instruments exceptionally well.
Named after Jermaine Jackson, Bollinger has solidified himself as a reliable and extremely gifted musical performer, studio musician, composer, lyricist, and engineer. On most of his albums, Bollinger plays the vast majority of the instruments (if not all of the instruments on the majority of the tracks), and he writes and/or arranges every song and engineers (records, mixes, and masters) the albums. https://www.jermainebollinger.com/
“The AOM Band is a great group of talented musicians who are dedicated to serving the Lord. They really know how to ‘rock out’ for Jesus. The Brown family has what it takes to make your next Christian concert one to remember. Their songs are God-glorifying and great for creating an atmosphere of exciting praise and worship. Mary Ann tells it like it is as she shares from the heart before sharing a beautiful song she wrote with a soulful voice that comes straight from the heart. Ryan Brown plays lead guitar with the best of lead guitarist. And my ole friend Glenn rocks a set of songs out with some great originals like http://ageofmercy.com/about/
of“My Jesus T (Put it on, Put it on)”. I highly recommend Age of Mercy to churches, youth groups, camps or any venue that wants a professional group that is ready, willing and more than able to deliver excellent music that lifts up Jesus.”
- Jim W. Dominey, ANDREW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
With a pastor for a father, David grew up with his roots grounded in a solid Christian home. Music played a huge part in the Bauman household, especially from his father’s side of the family. At age 15, he began songwriting which led to traveling with a local gospel group called Sons of Praise. Four years later he left the group and started his solo career.
Releasing his first of many recordings at age 16, became the ultimate motivational factor for his career as a songwriter and recording artist.
He began studying the piano at age five through the Royal Conservatory of Toronto, and in college started five years of vocal training with some incredible vocal instructors in both Canada and the U.S.
Much of his songwriting is inspired through both his personal life’s experiences, family and close friends.
Being a hockey fan one of his joys was being asked to sing the American national anthem for the Dallas Stars.
As an actor he has made appearances in such films and television programs as Walker, Texas Ranger, The Riff and Servicing Sara and 4th and Goal.
His performances have taken him to over 15 different countries, including appearances on numerous television programs around the world both locally and nationally. He has had the privilege of meeting with and performing before government officials in some of these countries. David also hosted a weekly radio program in the U.S. entitled It’s Happening.
For five consecutive years, he was nominated as ‘Top Canadian Contemporary Soloist’ at the Covenant Awards.
His focus is on presenting a positive message to his audience when it comes to the reality of life. His professionalism, energy and humor is a captivating element that is evident in his performances.
If you haven’t had us invade your community yet, here’s who we are. We are more than musicians or touring artists. We are on a mission to bring Jesus to every unreached people group in the United States. In 2009, we felt a burden unlike anything we had ever known; a compelling move on our hearts to take the life-changing power of Jesus to every street corner, stage and shadow we can. So, we stepped aside from life as normal. We now travel across the country with our four young children, Saturn Outlook and with an A-frame camper. Why? Because time is short, Jesus is coming back, and we want to be on purpose as the light He has called us to be. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to see what amazing things God is doing as we give all we can to shine bright for our Savior!
et us share with you how God has brought us through disasters other than loosing our First child. We love to share what God did when we lost everything in a house fire. We love to tell of how God provided finances MIRACALOUSLY! Our song & video “I Need The Touch of the Lord” came from events in our lives that satin tried to destroy us with – He failed.
As of 2014 we have 3 professionally recorded projects: Touching Me-Touching You, His Wondrous Story (we wrote all the songs on this one) & Let My Life Be A Light (we wrote 7 of the 10 songs). Together we have another 40 songs, all given to us through God’s Divine Inspiration. We give Him ALL the Glory & Praise. All of our songs are copyrighted & registered with BMI.
Invite us to come to your church/event & tell the complete story. WE COME TO MINISTER IN WORD & SONG, not to entertain. WE WANT TO SEE PEOPLE SAVED, HEALED & DELIVERED AS THEY SURRENDER TO JESUS! https://geraldandvernaministries.com
I've been in the music industry for over 15 years. Starting as the frontman and founder of the band Farewell June. Now I travel as a solo artist with my wife Becky singing by my side.
Wild Harbors is comprised of husband and wife singer-songwriters Chris and Jenna Badeker.
Formed in 2017, the alternative pop outfit creates gutsy, lyric-driven songs laced with intricate vocal harmonies. Confronted with the knowledge that each person is given one short life to live, they put their previous careers aside to step into the adventure of music and invite other people to live their own adventures. Their debut full-length album, Monument, was produced by Andrew Osenga in Nashville, TN and releases March 15, 2019. https://www.wildharbors.com/home-intro
I would love the opportunity to sing at your church or for your special event. I firmly believe God is coming back soon and we need to be busy with his work of winning souls. That is why I sing and Preach His word. If you would like to have me at your church, please contact us at 601-906-3554 or email enman.may@att.net or complete the form found on the contact page.
From Eden, North Carolina, Doug Corum grew up listening to the classic sounds of the 70’s, especially the soulful sounds of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. Doug first took the stage standing on the coffee table in his parents’ living room at three years old, crooning Bob Seger songs like a pro. His mother used to sing as she rocked Doug to sleep as a baby. He learned to play the ukulele at the age of seven and his fascination with music continued to grow.
Saved and baptized at 13 years old, Doug shared, “I didn’t know who I was or what I wanted to be, but I knew I wanted to sing and play music. I had people sneaking me into the clubs and bars at 14 to sing and play,” shared Doug. He took a detour in college and time to settle down as he was growing into adulthood. His relationship with Jesus Christ is what he credits his strength to today, and he is so excited to share it as he ministers wherever the Lord leads him to go. Doug and his wife have two beautiful daughters who are an answer to prayer and a blessing from God through adoption. Their journey as a family is a testimony in and of itself.
“Fifteen years ago, I was chasing my own ambitions. I boarded a plane and headed out to Los Angeles to stay with family, record a demo and see what was out in the world,” said Doug. At a crossroads in his life, Doug decided to leave Los Angeles and return to the humble, country living he had been raised with. Before long, he was Nashville bound, demo in hand, determined to work hard until he established a career in music. “One of my favorite memories from my time in Nashville was having the opportunity to play at the Bluebird Café. I realized quickly just how much talent is in Nashville, and unfortunately, the major record labels appeared to be partial to the pretty ones. I didn’t qualify,” chuckled Doug.
John 3:16 is the verse that Doug carries closest to his heart today, because his mission isn’t just to entertain. Doug has responded to God’s calling by stepping onto the battlefield, dedicating his life to sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. The soul cleansing blood of Jesus through the finished work of the cross is the reason he sings… to share that God loved the world so much that He gave His only Son to die on a cross at Calvary to save us. All we have to do is turn away from sin, repent and pray, asking Jesus to become the Savior and Lord of our lives!
When asked who has been influential in Doug’s music ministry, he quickly answered, “Charles Scarlette is such an anointed man of God and has been an incredible inspiration for me. We understand each other and speak the same music language. He has a more difficult story than I have, and he has stayed obedient. He’s walked through things that I am still working through.”
His debut album, “Jesus is with Me” was recorded in 2017 with the collaborative resources of Big Feat Productions in Shelby, NC and Crossroads Studio in Arden, NC. The album’s first single, “The Winds of this World” will be released to radio and is included on the latest Crossroads compilation CD. Keep in touch with Doug on Facebook to find out where he will be ministering through song, and be sure to sign up for. his mailing list to receive ministry updates!
Singer/Songwriter Michael Edmonds, a Queens NY Native, has been ministering to the heart of people for over 12 years. In spite of having a mother and father addicted to drugs and his mother dying of AIDS at the age of 28, Michael overcame the odds and is now serving the Lord. As Michael was on his way to a successful career in the secular music industry, he felt the call of God to sing for the Lord and since has never looked back, pursing what God has called him to do. Since beginning his career and ministry as a Gospel artist Michael has graced the legendary Apollo Theater stage, released a Top 5 radio single entitled "Overcome The World" on Charleston's WJNI 106.3, and has been on countless local and National TV shows and radio interviews. Michael has also won multiple national music awards. Michael's vision is this: Drawing the lost to a forgiving God by exalting the name of Jesus and being a reflection of His love and compassion. Michael is relentless in letting his voice be heard. With a heart of compassion, love, and determination Michael desires to be a light to a dying world. https://myinfo1.wixsite.com/michaeledmondsmusic/contact
Dwayne is a regular guy, father, worship team member, pest control owner, and a singer-songwriter whose desire is to reach people one on one for Jesus Christ, through his life and through his music. Raised In Houston Texas, I started singing Christian Country when I was a kid with my Dad Dalton and Brothers Daniel and Dathaniel Campbell. Married to a talented Singer, Shana Campbell, who I must say does an AMAZING job on my background Vocals. We have two talented daughters, Kennedy And Camryn who Rock!! I Love My Family. I’m A Christian Who Loves and Fears God Without God I am Nothing. Thankful to the Hero’s of our country that Help Make America Great. I Also give Honor to those Who Gave it all for our Freedom. I’m Proud To be American. https://www.dwaynekcampbell.com/
https://www.abigailsloanemusic.com/
“Your story matters, who you are matters, tonight matters, none of it is an accident. You were born for the blue skies.” – Jon Foreman
Abigail Sloane began singing from a very young age, finding it a powerful outlet for expressing joy, sorrow, turmoil, excitement, and imagination. She began singing in plays and at church where she found worship music to drive her passion even further. She began writing music by age eleven and pursued the path of a singer/songwriter. Not only did she find that her passion for writing helped her through life’s storms, but she soon discovered that her music touched the lives of others who were facing the same tumultuous upheavals.
Abigail looks to take her music to the world, showing the broken and the hurting that there are better days ahead. As someone who has battled depression and fought dark days, she wishes to equip those who hear her music with the same weapons that helped her to fight passed the deepest nights. Her faith is what keeps her grounded and humble and she finds deep connections with those who are in her life. She seeks to make connections with more and more people that might need to hear words of encouragement.
These goals and desires led Abbie to Eric Copeland of Creative Soul Records. In March of 2017, she traveled across the country to Nashville, Tennessee where, with the help of Eric, producer/guitarist Jonathan Crone, and photographer/designer Erick Anderson, she pursued one of her greatest dreams; recording a music album for anyone and everyone to hear. She is pleased to present you “Reason and Rhyme”, hoping that in it, you will find as much inspiration and hope as she has.
https://www.abigailsloanemusic.com/
Carmen was an orphan in Costa Rica before being adopted by an American family. She has two CDs out and a flurry of songs coming. Her songs speak of her experiences of hope in God and battling depression. She is a singer and a songwriter that wants to use her music to give God the glory for what he has done for her and what he can do for others when they are feeling helpless. https://www.facebook.com/Carmen-Mills-Music-459679687408581/
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To find out more about Chayil Eden go to http://chayileden.com/newmusic/ She's the real deal with doors opening left and right for Jesus! @chayil_eden
Brix No Straw is a PROGRESSIVE/CONTEMPORARY holy-hip hop group, spreading the Word of God through song, using a variety of melodic, urban beats. Our main objective is to reach the youth of this generation for Christ! https://www.reverbnation.com/3760005