In my line of “work”, and by work I mean unpaid passion for putting on Christian concerts I’ve been blessed to meet some bands first hand and actually form some relationships with a few. This past Father’s Day I was blessed to host 2 amazing bands, both in their own right ready to break through. Philmont was the headlining band, but for first let me discuss Thank You & Goodnight.
Everywhere you go there will be those garage bands that can be found no matter where you’re located at. Some of these actually possess musical ability, but most of them aren’t worthy of any more than being an outlet for the people involved. There are though, a few that possess the musical ability and so much more. In steps Thank You & Goodnight, a local band to my area, out of Fort Wayne, IN. When hearing about this band from someone at work, I was like “Yeah sure I’ll check them out” but never intended to do anything. Bored one night and still needing an opening act I decided to check out TY&G’s myspace page to check out a couple tracks. Wow…these guys are good…wait this can’t be them I actually like their stuff! Check them out at www.myspace.com/thankuandgoodnight.
I quickly contacted Brock Andrews the creator and lead singer of TY&G and booked them. During the show I couldn’t believe how good they were for being so new to the game. Brock has a true knack for writing, which came through quite vividly. One such song is “Making Out”, which sounds terrible but it is a play on words about how to get through hard times with your spouse. Brock said that it was a song he’d wrote in reflection of his own life with his wife for only a few short years. While the band is still independent and trying to get a foothold in the Christian music industry, Brock stays positive that God will provide whether it is as a band or him as a solo act (which with his writing ability would work).
Now onto the headliner for the night Philmont, a high energy 5-piece act that is sure to grab the attention of every audience. I was extremely pumped to see Philmont in person, but was utterly amazed when I finally did. I know spending some time with Forefront they’d be polished some, but being now independent I was curious to see how they were. They were amazing! Not only did they perform great they proved they are an up and coming Christian Rock group that has made it already and is ready to blow up! Their songs are catchy, honest, strong, intuitive and just overall blessed. Their sound brings you in, their energy entertains you and their honesty wants you to know more.
I was purely exhausted just watching them on stage for an hour run around, head bang and belt out lyrics that would intimidate most. Scott Taube the lead singer and creator of the band is clearly ahead of his years in the music game. His character is without question and it was awesome to get to meet the woman behind the man, as is wife was with him on the show schedule. It is clear that Scott and the band member are not in it for the money, but the experience God is allowing them to take and I have a feeling it’s a ride that isn’t up quite yet! Check out Philmont and you’ll be sure to hear some amazing stuff, and if you feel like an amazing concert where you’ll be exhausted just watching try to see them the next time they come through!
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