Seventh Day Slumber

The Dove-Award nominated band, Seventh Day Slumber brings with them their defining elements - Memorable Songs. Poignant Ministry. Powerful Message.

The transformation of Joseph Rojas, frontman and songwriter for Seventh Day Slumber, from former criminal and drug addict to redeemed husband and father cannot be overestimated. His miraculous conversion, which is both a fairy tale-like story and the crux of the music and mission of this band.

“We want to let the kid who feels alone, who cuts, or who is dealing with addiction... Straight-A students, or drop outs, or the star athlete who looks great on the outside, but who wants to commit suicide...We want them all to know there is a very real God who loves them.”

Brooke Barrettsmith

The daughter of a pastor, this 26-year old young woman from Chicago is well on her way to sharing the gospel with thousands.

Newly signed to Essential Records, Brooke’s calling was confirmed in Hollywood during the 5th season of American Idol; she knew God was calling her into ministry. The music the Lord gives to Brooke is a style uniquely her own, melding her love of Jeremy Camp, Daughtry and Kelly Clarkson with passionate lyrics that reflect her own life and experiences.

She desires that people are encouraged to not be ashamed of their faith in Christ, that they are vulnerable and real, and admit that they are human and that they hurt, and that they can cast their anxieties upon the Lord.

Omega

Omega, the songstress who hails from Uganda, Africa, began her musical life as a child prodigy. At the tender age of four, she was enrolled into the internationally acclaimed African Children's Choir, a choir that usually only enrolls African orphans aged 7-12.

Quite the independent, determined spirit, at the age of 16, Omega moved to the United States. This offered her the opportunity to work with the African Children’s Choir, this time as a featured artist on Omega – The Album, which she recorded at 17, and performed at the album’s release in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in front of British Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Omega’s latest 2008 album Kiwomera Emmeeme, which in Luganda means “it is sweet to the soul,” is an explosion of ethnic and western sounds and is available online at Circuit City, Wal-Mart & Best Buy. As a breakout-new artist, Starbucks sold her CD in a Santa Monica, CA location and Lufthansa airlines played her music on their world music channel throughout the month of June.

Omega is on a quest to show the world the talented, happy, wealthy, musical Africa they are rarely exposed to. Her album, which is a reflection of her travels, flawlessly merges several cultures with tinges of jazz, blues, R &B, neo soul, gospel, contemporary and pop, blending with traditional African melodies.

Robbie Seay Band

This Houston-based group has had a busy year. Their sophomore release, Give Yourself Away, launched to critical acclaim and two cuts immediately saw airplay on national TV. "Rise", an anthemic call to action, was used by Fox to promote this season of American Idol and "New Day" has been featured on ABC through the show Oprah's Big Give.

Known for an alternative style that features raw, insightful lyrics coupled with an equally edgy and engaging sound, the band will be sure to call people to action

Dennis Agajanian

Playing over 200 concerts a year, Dennis has had the opportunity to travel to over seventy-three countries. He has ministered with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association for over twenty years.

Dennis is currently a featured performer with the Franklin Graham Festivals and Harvest Crusades with Greg Laurie. He’s also performed as part of the Promise Keepers stadium events.

Among many awards during his career, Dennis was named "Musician Of The Year" by the Christian Country Music Association in November 2007.

Dennis has performed with Johnny Cash, Tanya Tucker, Bill and Gloria Gather, and Michael W. Smith.

KJ-52

Raised in a rough-and-tumble suburb of Tampa, FL, KJ-52 was the product of a broken home, and eventually found himself mixed up in drugs and drinking.

After becoming born again at age 15, KJ poured his faith into his hip-hop.

KJ-52 has won a Dove award and was nominated for two more; he has sold more than 500,000 units during his career. He’s been featured as VH1’s “Forty Least Hip-Hop Moments” for writing a song - “Dear Slim”- to Eminem about who Christ is in his life.

“My music, when you boil it down, is here for those in need.”

Local Artists

From Holy Hip Hop, to oldies, to punk, screamo and emo bands, the Gospel and the Good News of Jesus Christ will be presented by various local artists including Saylah, Fairview, Tha Watchmen, and Just Us.