Doxologist ContentThanks to everyone who came out for the CD release party…
We had a great time last Friday night at the Downtown campus celebrating our first full length album, the Rain City Hymnal, in almost 5 years. I had no idea what to expect as we have not done this kind of event in a long time. It was great to see the room mostly full with more than 400 people coming out to enjoy our music.
We started the evening off with Joe Day and the Northern Conspiracy who played a number of his original tunes ending with his arrangement of the Doxology (featured on the Rain City Hymnal). Brian Eichelberger and Epop played next. I have to admit that I have not seen or heard Brian’s band in awhile as it seems like we are always playing at the same time. His band sounded great and his new version of “Just As I Am” (not on the RCH but maybe some future project…) was epic. My band, Ex Nihilo, went last and we had a great time.
We used to do “concerts” like this from time to time and with a great room like downtown we just may do it again. If you are not in the Seattle area sorry you missed it. Also, to clarify, this is just the Mars Hill Church release of the Rain City Hymnal. We are working on plans to release the album in a more public way and would appreciate your prayer as we wrestle with just how to do so.
Pastor Tim
Very fun event! (even though I was among the top 10% in age).
The new Rain City Hymnal is great and pass along my appreciation to all the bands involved.
Also, please take a listen to this song by another Acts 29 church (Terra Nova Church).
http://www.terranovachurch.org/mp3/sermons/Hope.mp3
Production value isn’t quite the same as MH, but the song lyrically and musically is compelling (and fun!). ‘Hope’ you’ll try it out sometime!
please someone, how can i get this cd, i live in orange county, ca
Darren, I’m not sure how you found us, but thanks for listening to and recommending our song. This was the first time that Damian Belt-Smith and I have composed together, so it’s very exciting for us to have mention from our older brother, Mars Hill!