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	http://www.micahbournes.com/
	@micahbournes

Micah Bournes was raised in the hip hop culture of Long Beach, California, and educated at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. During college, he began writing and performing music and poetry. His rhythmic roots and theological training unite to birth a unique brand of creative truth-telling. He hopes his art will help people encounter themselves and the God who created them in His image, glorious.

Darryl Williams is a multi-talented bassist/composer who has toured and performed with many of the top Smooth Jazz and R&B artists of today. Notable names include Jeff Golub, Euge Groove, Peter White, Michael Lington, Paul Brown, Chaka Khan, Mindi Abair, Brian Simpson, Jeff Lorber, U-Nam, Four80East, Tevin Campbell, Gloria Gaynor, Ronnie Foster, Everette Harp, Clint Holmes, Marcus Johnson and many more.

Tony Moore is one of L.A.’s most in-demand drummers and keeps a busy schedule both in the recording studios and touring with some of biggest names in contemporary jazz, including Gerald Albright, Jeff Lorber, Bobby Lyle, Boney James, Michael Lington, Paul Taylor, Everette Harp, and Doc Powell.

Scott Reed spent many years as a session singer in Nashville and has written songs recorded by Phillips, Craig & Dean, Faith First, The Heritage Singers, Raylene Scarrott, & various other independent artists.

All four of his solo projects (In Awe of You, The Life I Live, Revelation | Response & The Truth) & multiple songs have been featured in Worship Leader Magazine & on SongDISCovery CDs. His song, “Welcome In This Place” was recognized by Worship Leader Magazine as the “Independent Worship Song of the Year” in 2007.

He travelled the U.S. as a member of the “Promise Keepers” band and has shared the stage with Phillips, Craig & Dean, Sandi Patti & Michael English and more. Scott has also been a worship leader for Rick Warren’s ‘Saddleback Church’ and is currently on staff as Worship Pastor at Crosspoint Church, St. Louis, MO

Alva Copeland is a Worship Leader and Vocal Director at Saddleback Church (Rick Warren, Pastor) where she leads the weekly Gospel service, “Praise”. As a singer and songwriter, Alva has had the privilege of working with many different artists in various genres, including jazz and gospel - artists such as Lee Ritenour, Tony Guerrero, Kirk Whalum, Jonathan Butler, Tommy Walker, Sheila E, Darwin Hobbs, Michael McDonald and many others. Alva’s voice can also be heard around the world due to her jingle work for ReelWorld. Having been born and raised in Detroit, Alva’s vocal style has been strongly influenced by both jazz and the sound of Motown. As a songwriter, one of the songs Alva is most noted for is “Reach One More”, featured on Rick Warren’s “Purpose Driven Life” CD and was also recorded in Spanish by the Grammy nominated and Dove Award winner, Patty Cabrera.

Denise Graves is Pastor of Worship and Go-for-God Outreach at Covenant Church of Pittsburgh, a fast-growing, multi-cultural, inner-city congregation located in Wilkinsburg, PA. She is a singer/songwriter who has traveled extensively over the years with Worship International (Integrity Music), as well as Maranatha Music, and Saddleback Church (The Purpose Driven Church), leading Worship Leader Workshops across the country.

Denise has also been a writer for Maranatha Music and has had her work recorded on the Best of Promise Keepers and other Maranatha projects. Her latest recording of “Send Me” can be found on Rick Warren’s CD accompanying his book, “The Purpose Driven Life.” In the past 2 years, she has worked with Regent University in teaching on worship evangelism and leading worship workshops. Her biggest passion is using the tool of music, joined with outreach, to change her sphere of influence. Over the past 12 years, Denise and her team have distributed 12,000 backpacks to all the elementary children of Wilkinsburg. They visit orphanages regularly, as well as Pittsburgh’s juvenile detention center and homeless church bringing music, food, gifts and fellowship. Her latest endeavor is an Extravagant Love Makeover day planned for 70 homeless/abused women. Full pampering as well as a lavish sit-down dinner and night of worship is planned, utilizing 100 church volunteers.

Kurt Lykes is one of the most sought after vocalists in the gospel music industry. Beyond his musical talents as both a gifted artist and songwriter, Kurt has the passion and heart to infuse hope in every situation his listeners may be going through, transcending age groups and cultures.

Kurt has experienced international solo success with his chart-topping single, 'Yes Lord' (house remix), which played for 12 weeks at No. 2 on London radio. Kurt has worked with famed music producer David Foster, performed around the world and has been featured on a variety of projects with industry giants such as: Stevie Wonder, Yolanda Adams, Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, BeBe Winans, Fred Hammond, Andrea Bocelli, Madonna, Josh Groban, Mary J. Blige, Michael Bolton, Boyz to Men, Kirk Whalum, Gerald Albright, the late Wayman Tisdale, Al Jareau, George Duke, Ledesi, Sheila E and many others. His television appearances include at the 2005 Grammy Awards with Kanye West and John Legend, American Idol with Clay Aiken and Fantasia Barrino, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Jamie Foxx Show, Sister Sister, and A Tribute to Aaron Spelling.

Kurt has traveled and performed nationally and internationally with two noteworthy and honorable artists for over 12 years, which has prepared him for his own endeavors in the music industry. For over five years, he traveled as a background singer with the Dove Award winning artist Helen Baylor. For the last seven years, Kurt traveled with South African world-renowned guitarist, Jonathan Butler.

Gannin’s current work includes performing and recording with a veritable who’s who of the music industry, including Joe Walsh (The Eagles), Dave Grohl & Taylor Hawkins (Foo Fighters), Brian May (Queen) and John Tesh. He recently wrote and produced the number one single and CD from American Idol’s Colton Dixon. In 2011, his widely acclaimed “Not From Here” recording garnered major critical praise as well as a full-length DVD performance featuring many celebrated musicians.

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http://www.tonyguerrero.com FACT Alliance

Tony Guerrero is not only a keyboardist but is also a trumpet player who has spent the last twenty-five years riding the jazz radio charts with his solo CD releases. He has traveled the world performing in festivals, concerts and nightclubs and has garnered critical acclaim for his compositions and recordings. His music and performances can be heard not only on jazz radio but in films (High School Musical, Thelma & Louise, etc) and on television (Full House, Jonas Bros, Santa Baby II, etc). He is currently touring the country with the John Tesh Big Band and recording out of his studio for various projects. Tony is also the founder of FACT Alliance, a non-profit dedicated to raising money for the aftercare of victims of human trafficking.

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http://phillybloco.com/

Featuring a core of 13 drummers, PhillyBloco's 24 members blend Brazilian rhythms with vocals, bass, and guitar plus a horn section, accordion, violin, keyboard and samba dancers. The show is a raucous mash-up of samba, funk, reggae, and New Orleans 2nd-line, all set to the irresistible rhythms of Brazilian Carnaval.

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www.LiveJubilee.org www.ArtsAftercare.org

In 2004 Seattle-based JUBILEE registered as the first 501(c)(3) nonprofit rock band in the United States. JUBILEE uses their CD sales and performances at conferences, festivals, clubs, universities, and churches to raise awareness and funds to fight modern day slavery. In 2010 lead singer Curtis Romjue and his wife Grace co-founded Arts Aftercare - a nonprofit bringing “beauty and healing through the arts” to survivors of human trafficking. Arts Aftercare trains groups like International Justice Mission in how to use art and music therapy techniques in their aftercare programs. Curtis says: "The arts are perhaps the most powerful tool we have in the fight against modern day slavery. What other instrument can claim such power to inform, inspire, and heal? And what better way to heal the worst of the human experience than through enjoying the best of it? Do what you love to undo what you hate."

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leahsmithmusic.com

From acoustic melodies, to heavy hitting beats, orchestral compositions to the stripped down, unplugged sound of a sole piano and vocalist, 21-year-old Leah Smith delivers it all. Her voice effortlessly transitions in and out of high octaves, and her music moves from ballads to hip-hop inspired, upbeat tempos with ease. In 2008, Smith became the winner of the Best of Philly Rising/World Café Live Showcase and released her debut EP entitled Beautifully Made in October 2009 to rave reviews. A former member of Israel Houghton and New Breed, Smith has already toured the United States, Asia, Europe, and Australia. Smith’s music offers a breath of fresh air to the music that mainstream culture has grown accustomed to. Leah Smith wants to share with her listeners that “real, living hope is accessible to all.” Her sound crosses genre barriers blending soul, gospel, pop, and folk musical styles to create a sound all her own. Leah has recently been added to the BET Music Matter campaign and tour as well as had the opportunity to sing at the 2012 BET Honors show

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	johnfrancismusic.com
	@johnfrancisms

Sojourners Magazine lauded John Francis, “Like the best story-songs from Springsteen, the tale and the telling haunt the listener.” Philadelphia Inquirer wrote, “Ripe with honest questioning we used to count on Dylan andJohn Prine to serve up.”

Francis is the recipient of two national songwriting awards from ASCAP (Lyricist of the Year in 2007, Socially Conscious Songwriter of the Year in 2011), and his live show has been called “just as often a molotov cocktail of vices and verses, as quietly transfixing.”

John Francis is becoming renown as one of the most prophetic voices of his generation. Arlo Guthrie put it this way: “Great songs about real stuff ... it’s rare enough these days; a very talented songwriter.”

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	karlandsandra.com
	@sandravanopstal

Sandra Van Opstal, a Chicago-born, second-generation Latina, is a preacher, trainer, and worship leader who is passionate about creating atmospheres where people of different cultures can come together in peace to experience the presence of God. In her book The Mission of Worship, she give a biblical and practical apologetic for the intersection of mission, justice, and worship.

Sandra currently serves as director of worship for the Urbana Mission Convention. Her passion for justice and reconciliation have lead her to minster at Grace and Peace Community Church on the west-wide of Chicago where she preaches and develops indigenous leaders. She holds a Masters of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Illinois and an undergraduate degree in Music Business/Vocal Performance from Millikin University in IL. She and her husband enjoy living and in Humboldt Park, Chicago.

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leelandonline.com

Since its stunning 2006 breakthrough debut album Sound of Melodies, LEELAND has become one of the most important voices in a new generation of worship music. Known for its passion-filled live experience, the band’s fourth album The Great Awakening stirs a fresh desire for personal and worldwide worship revival.

Nominated for three GRAMMY Awards — one for each of its previously released albums — this time around, lead singer Leeland Mooring and brother Jack Mooring are joined by 18-year-old new member (and younger sister) Shelly, along with drummer Mike Smith, to bring 11 new modern songs inspired by historical “fathers of the faith”— men like theologian Jonathan Edwards and Salvation Army founder William Booth, whose depth of belief and passion for God started an uprising of faith wherever they went.

The Mooring siblings grew up learning about such spiritual giants from their parents while riding around the country in an old Lincoln Town Car; mom and dad led worship for traveling evangelists. Younger sister Shelly was there in the backseat, too, duly influenced by the Mooring family’s focus and energy.

“We grew up in a real spirit-filled background and have had more hands laid on us than a football has, you know?” says Leeland. “Most of all, our parents put us in situations where we experienced God. Any time we crossed paths with anyone who had an amazing anointing on their life, mom would put all three of us on the altar and say, ‘Pray for my kids.’”

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	gungormusic.com
	@gungormusic

Michael Gungor leads a musical collective called Güngör that tours around the world performing and leading worship music in both mainstream and religious venues. Aside from his work with the band, he has written and produced music for other artists as well as help start a church in Denver called "Bloom."