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This page gives information for each group that has given me permission to list their information on this page. Thanks to the Acappella Company in particular for providing information for this site.
Quick Reference:
Acappella has been in existence for 20 years since Keith Lancaster started the journey with the name His Image. They are the premier all-vocal Christian group and have performed in well over 2000 concerts. In that time span, they have released 16+ albums and toured all over the world, including a trip to communist China in 1999 as a representative of American Gospel music at the International Festival of the Arts. In 2002 alone, they will perform in well over 140 concerts. Several of their albums have been praised with phrases like "flawless vocals" and "superb quality" and the album We Have Seen His Glory reached #25 on the CCM Christian chart. The song "If There Were No God" from Beyond a Doubt reached #7 on the CCM singles chart. They have also won two CARA's (Acappella Industry Music Awards): 1996 Best Gospel/Contemporary Christian for "When You're There" on Beyond A Doubt and the 1994 Best Signed Professional Song for "Only Truth" on Set Me Free.
The faces of Acappella have changed over the years, but the quality has always remained. Currently, Acappella is composed of Nicolas Dunbar (baritone - bottom right), Matt Nunnally (1st tenor - top right), Gary Evans (bass - bottom left), Sean Samuel (lead - 2nd from right in back), Corey Martin (backup - top left), Dale Pratt (backup - 2nd from left in back), and Albert Hall (backup - not pictured). Acappella is currently touring after releasing their newest album, Live From Paris.
In the picture above, the verses noted by each member are:
Gary Moyers (former baritone/tenor)- Romans 15:30- "I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me."
Kevin Schaffer- Ephesians 3:14-20- "For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge-- that you may be filled to the measure of all fullness of God. Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us"
Ken McAplin- Proverbs 3:5-6- Then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God. For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding."
Barry Wilson- Matthew 6- Includes passages on Giving, Praying, Fasting, Heaven, and Worrying. Verses 9-13 is the Lord's Prayer and Verse 33 is where the song "Seek Ye First" is taken from-- "But seek first his kingdom and his rightousness and all these things will be given to xyou as well."
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Altar was formed in March of 2000 when some friends of ours at Magnolia Bible College asked them to come sing a few songs at the annual fund raising banquet. So their first audience was about 500 people and they were shaking! But the bug had bit them hard. They liked the applause and they were pumped about the possibilities of sharing the gospel with others through music. So, 60 some odd concerts later, they are still going. They recorded their first CD, "Living Altar" in May of 2001. Six of the songs are originals, with all of the group participating in the effort. Group members are Will Collins - lead, Matt Austin - tenor, Ryan Stohldrier - baritone, and Bill Collins - bass. Kyle Ferguson is their sound engineer. Their mission statement is quite simple: "To share the Good News of the Gospel and the Joy that comes through Praising our God."
AVB has been around for 14 years, first as "Acappella Vocal Band" and then shortened to AVB. Recently, the acronym has been changed to stand for "All Vocal Band." They started as a backup for Acappella, but were led to be their own group. In that time, they have produced 9 albums. Like Acappella, the group has changed over the years, but has always been good. In 1997, the former AVB decided to form their own company and started A Cross Between Ministries. Shortly thereafter, a new and exciting AVB was formed that was composed of Jeremy Swindle, Todd Dunaway, Chad Bahr, Tony Brown, and Chris Lindsey. Recently, that group decided to step back and AVB is currently not existant. However, it will probably be reformed in the near future.
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The Firemen have been together for several years and produced 6 albums. Their latest release is self-titled and is their first project since joining The Acappella Company. They offer a complete package for youth events including leading worship, teaching classes, and a concert.
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Hessed's purpose is to share Christ with as many people as possible through their singing, their teaching, and their lives. They want to share the joy that they feel, by being in Christ, with the world. They are excited to be Christians, and they want to show that excitement in everything they do. Their goal is to show others the "inexpressible joy" described by Peter in I Peter 1: 3-9 through their music and lead them to understanding the joy of Christ themselves.
Before there was Acappella, there was His Image. His Image was the first touring group headed by Keith Lancaster and released three albums. After the three albums, Keith changed the name of the group to Acappella.
Keith Lancaster is the founder of The Acappella Company. He has a brilliant ability to write lyrics and music as well as sing. Keith released his first solo album at a young age (singing each part himself) and went on to record several other solo and group albums. He is the producer for most of The Acappella Company recordings and is widely considered the most prominant figure in the Christian acappella world. Currently, Keith is the Worship Minister at Madison Ave. Church of Christ in Nashville, TN and director of X-Changed.
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One Generation is a group of four men whose goal is to "joyfully sing of God’s righteousness" (Psalm 145: 4-7). They use their unique a cappella sound to present Christ through a wide variety of musical styles. Originally formed in their years at Huntington College, the group has been performing together throughout the United States and Canada since 1996. They have written numerous original songs and recorded three albums.
One Voice (GA)
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One Voice is a nine member, all male, Christian contemporary acappella group from Norcross, GA. They sang together while at Norcross High School and were called together after college to use their talents in a music ministry. Vetrans of over 200 concerts, One Voice is currently working on their first CD.
One Voice (MA)
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One Voice is a student/faculty acappella group from Atlantic Union College in South Lancaster MA. They sing a variety of music, from traditional "Kings Heralds" to barbershop to contemporary acappella music in the styles of GLAD, Acappella, Take 6, and the Haven Quartet. From their website... "God's ministry, no matter who is doing the work will go foward. We the members of V.O.I.C.E. (Voices Organized in Christian Evangelism) Music have put our hands to the plow and are not looking back. We intend to use the medium of music to not only facilitate worship, but to witness and spread the good news of Christ's soon return."
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Formed in the Spring of 1996, Rescue has a mission "to serve the church, share the gospel with unbelievers and to encourage existing believers through music and testimony. Their desire is to minister wherever God leads them and to spread His truth to all who will listen." The name Rescue comes from the group’s shared belief that “Rescue is the constant pattern of God’s activity in their lives.” They found that phrase in John Eldridge’s book, Wild at Heart long after they had chosen the name, and it summed up their feelings about Rescue perfectly. In December 2001, they took a faithful leap in becoming a full-time ministry. They have their own style that is influenced by Acappella, Take 6, Rockappella, and various other musical styles. Currently, the group is composed of Jason Overstreet, Jason McKenney, Jason Pearce, and Josh McKenney.
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The Sounds of Glory began as a gospel quartet in the fall of 1981. The original group was made up of Randy Green, lead singer; Tex Stevens, first tenor; Lanier Stevens, baritone; and C. D. Davis, bass. The group is now composed of Dale Underwood, lead singer; Charles Davis, first tenor; Brad Davis, baritone and utility; Dan Stevens, baritone and lead; and Lanier Stevens, bass. Together they have released 20 albums and have touched the lives of thousands of people in their home state of Texas as well as all across the nation.
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Spirit's Harmony is a Contemporary Christian A Cappella Quartet from Oregon, IL. This group has been taking the Midwest by storm with their mesmerizing music and ministry that begun because Bill, Jamey, Pat and Greg "just wanted to sing." Spirit's Harmony is a not-for-profit organization whose main objectives are touching people's hearts with song and praising our Lord Jesus Christ. Although the four members of Spirit's Harmony come from three different denominations, they consider themselves non-denominational and serve the Lord under all sanctuaries. All of their music is Biblically based, with some tunes placing Scripture to music. "Our only goals are to bring joy to your heart and Praise the Lord Jesus Christ. We want to fill your ears with harmonies and fill your heart with the Spirit of Christ. God has certainly given us many blessings and we want to share our musical gifts with you."
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Sweet Deliverance began in the late 1970's with four men. Thirteen men, numerous vinyl albums, eight track tapes, cassette tapes and CD's later, they're going stronger than ever. The tradition rich sound is "phat". The harmonies are smooth and the blend is sweet. The Acappella Company says "they do it better than most folks" and a few people refer to them as "The Acappella of the West."
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Since January of 1999, twentyfourseven has performed for teenagers and youth groups all over the eastern United States. Going to New York, Indiana, Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and all over Tennessee spreading the Word of God through uplifting, upbeat a cappella music. Formed in late 1998 by Michael James and Steven Toney, the group began as six guys singing for fun in a stairwell on the campus of Lipscomb University. They took the name "twentyfourseven" from Luke 9:23, where Jesus says, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me." Through their music, the group's hope is to proclaim that Christianity is not just a Sunday thing, that all Christians should follow God's ways 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. twentyfourseven is now composed of Mark Duckworth, Derrick Robinson, Byron Sommardahl, Steven Toney, and Brent Whitworth.
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TAC's most recent addition, The Vocal Union fills a demand for traditional old time gospel with tight harmony. They have released three of their own albums and were also featured on Acappella Traditional. The Vocal Union is composed of Brian Wiersma (Bass), Gary Miller (Bass), Mike Forehand (Power Tenor), Ryan Thomas (Baritone), Allen Krehbiel (Tenor/Lead), Bruce Coleson (High Tenor/Tenor), and Steve Camping (High Tenor/Lead).
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Voice of Faith is a Christian A Cappella group based out of Greensboro, NC. Although covering a wide range of musical styles, VoF sports a distinctively Adult Contemporary sound. A typical VoF concert will include everything from traditional spirituals and hymns to upbeat originals and moving ballads....something for everyone and every age. As the ministry grows, Voice of Faith has had the opportunity to minister to people west and east of the Mississippi as well as being heard on selected radio stations around the country. Founded in 1997 by Brian Shearer, the group has undergone musical and membership changes, but one thing has not changed...the message. The Message of VoF is the simple, age-old, unchanging truth of salvation through Jesus Christ. A salvation that is free to those who will but ask. Whether through concerts, albums, or a one-on-one conversation VoF endeavors to encourage believers in their walk with Christ and to see the lost come to a relationship with Jesus. Voice of Faith is currently composed of Jimmy McMasters, Rob Bolling, Sammy Boling, and Brian Shearer.
X-Changed is comprised of talented students from David Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. X-Changed is directed by none other than Keith Lancaster, and he produced this wonderfully fresh sounding album for them as well. Their debut album with The Acappella Company includes new versions of songs you've probably heard before. Many are from previous TAC recordings and others are from a contemporary Christian tradition. All of them have an upbeat, youthful appeal.
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Zomen is greek for "we live". Coming from Romans 14:8 we strive to show others how important true life in Christ really is..."Whether we live or die, we still belong to the Lord." Zomen is an acappella quartet from Kosciusko, MS and has been in existence since the fall of 1994. Their mission is "Through the gift of song, to empower others with the love and hope of the Cross of Jesus Christ and to encourage them to make an impact on the world with this saving message!"
Special Thanks for Additions and/or Corrections to: Ross Callarman and Drew
Acadisc is a synopsis of various albums of Christian acappella groups. It is written by The Acadisc Team and is very open to additions and/or corrections. These can be addressed to Ken at ken@acadisc.com.
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