We're excited to announce the following selection of bands and artists playing on the main Queens Theatre Concert Stage. Check the tickets page for details as to when each act is appearing. The Acoustic and Outdoor stages on the saturday will also play host to a number of National and Local acts who mustn't be missed!
Internationally acclaimed songwriter and worship leader, Matt Redman is well known for a large number of songs which have defined the worship of churches in the UK, and globally, for the last decade.
website: http://www.mattredman.com
(Appearing on Saturday 4th July)
Formed in 1982, LCGC is known for their funky gospel flair, swing-beat, R'n'B, traditional and soulful arrangements, with invigorating choreography and vocal gymnastics.
website: http://www.lcgc.org.uk
(Appearing on Friday 3rd July)
The UK extension of the highly successful Hillsong church, Hillsong London have now released 3 albums, including "Hail to the King", featuring new UK worship songs.
website: http://www.hillsong.co.uk/london
(Appearing on Saturday 4th July)
Hot on the heels of the release of their new album, "Great and Glorious", YFriday signed up to appear at Adoration 09 and will be bringing their fabulous blend of heartfelt and high energy worship songs.
website: http://www.yfriday.co.uk
(Appearing on Friday 3rd July)
After touring to promote his third studio album, 'Colour', Andy Hunter will be bringing a elcectic set of Electronica to the Adoration 09 stage.
website:http://www.andyhunter.com
(Appearing on Saturday 4th July)
The Steels hail from Northumberland, UK. The release of their eagerly anticipated debut album 'My Energy' was met with rave reviews and they have now released their follow-up album 'Your Name In Lights'.
website: http://www.the-steels.com(Appearing on Friday 3rd July)
Formerly known as Southbound, this four piece go from strength to strength and all eyes are upon them as they make their Adoration debut this year.
website: http://www.myspace.com/lifecolour(Appearing on Saturday 4th July)
Injecting humour - from the sublime to the outrageous - into the proceedings, we are proud to have John Archer introducing the acts over the two days.
website: http://www.john-archer.com
Having received critical acclaim for her 2007 debut 'Watching Me' there is a great deal of expectancy from fans around the globe for her new album 'Taste'. The album will be launched on June 20th, shortly before Adoration, so we're excited about hearing some her new material on both the Acoustic and Outdoor stages.
website: http://www.philippahanna.co.uk
Cyba-X (Ed) delivers a unique live sonic experience, using technology to fuse genres, creating a hybrid-styled setting of original trance/drum-n-bass/electronica/rock tracks. A typical set incorporates Ed’s enthralling showmanship on drums, infectious grooves, energy and crowd participation! Ed has worked internationally with countless well-known artists and bands and we're proud to welcome him to the Adoration outdoor stage.
website: http://www.edfreitas.com
Formed in 2005, this group perform a beautifully chilled out set balanced with sweet harmonies and some gritty challenging lyrics. Following the crowd is not something you'll get with GoldDigger, but catchy ideas with clear expression and intuitive groove definitely are. Come and see them on the Outdoor stage.
website: http://www.golddigger.org.uk
Winner of the British Academy of Composers & Songwriters "Song Search 2005 Award" for contemporary Christian music, Freddie Kofi will be playing on both the Acoustic and Outdoor stages, bringing two sets of his crafted, heartfelt songs.
website: http://www.freddiekofi.com
We're pleased to have the band from The Beacon House of Prayer starting off the afternoon on the Outdoor stage.
website: http://www.beaconhop.org
Kev Whitmore is a worship leader based in Stoke-on-Trent. He has been leading worship for thirteen years. Throughout those years, he has had the privilege of leading at conferences in the UK, USA and Pakistan. He'll be performing on the Acoustic stage, playing some of the material from his debut album, 'Freedom Song'.
website: http://www.kevwhitmore.com
Songwriter and Worship Leader from Cheadle Hulme, Kieran is a member of the RESOUNDworship.org songwriting project. He will be singing a solo mix of worship and peformance songs on the Acoustic Stage, as well as meeting up with the rest of four-piece "Secondhand Tuesday" for a set on the Outdoor stage.
website: http://www.kieranmetcalfe.org.uk
Phil, a local worship leader and songwriter, will be opening the Fringe with a set on the Acoustic stage, bringing some of the material from his new album, "Hand Drawn".
website: http://www.philnankivell.co.uk
