Maranatha! Music joins forces with Portland, Ore. based worship ministry BRIDGECITY to release their self-titled debut CD in stores on August 27, 2013. Taking inspiration from their home city for the name of the worship team, BRIDGECITY’s passion is to write songs that draw people into the presence of God.
Sonically, the guitar/synth driven band is known for their passionate songwriting, intimate worship moments and uniquely diverse musical stylings. The tracks feature sweeping keys, analog synth patches and soaring guitars as well as more stripped back moments with just a Rhodes piano and acoustic guitar.
“We’re excited to release BRIDGECITY in stores, and our prayer is that these songs would connect people’s hearts to the presence of God,” said Jeremy Scott, City Bible Church in Portland, Ore. “The worship experience and lyrics featured on this CD captures the passion of BRIDGECITY.”
The popular worship songs on this CD are resonating with churches around the country. The song “God Is Love” is featured in July’s Song DISCovery, and “Let Faith Arise” is featured on the new Top 25 Praise Songs 2014 CD.
BRIDGECITY is more than a band; it is a movement with a heart for the church and a passion to see people encounter God through worship. They annually host over 8,000 teenagers at their worship and lifestyle conference each January. In January 2013, BRIDGECITY premiered their new project, and students from around the country experienced the new songs for the first time live during the Generation Unleashed Conference in Portland, Ore.
Track list for BRIDGECITY:
1. It’s All Because
2. Joy
3. Let Faith Arise
4. God Is Love
5. Beyond Wonder
6. Forgiven
7. Found In You
8. Can You Feel
9. Show Us Your Glory
10. Open The Heavens
11. Our God Reigns
12. Create In Me
13. Be Still And Know
14. Power
ABOUT BRIDGECITY:
BRIDGECITY is a creative community comprised of songwriters & musicians based out of Portland, Oregon. With a heart for the church and a passion to see people encounter God through worship, the songs of BRIDGECITY were written for the purpose of impacting the church at large. For more information on BRIDGECITY, visit www.bridgecity.tv.
ABOUT MARANATHA! MUSIC:
Since 1971, Maranatha! Music has been creating life-changing music and ministry resources for the body of Christ. The company’s passion for the lost was the driving force behind the development of the best-selling The Invitation CD series featuring Rick Warren, Beth Moore, Kay Warren and John Baker. Not only has the series sold over 2 million copies to date, but thousands of lives have been impacted by the salvation message of Jesus. Maranatha! Music is a pioneer in praise and worship music publishing. Best known for the Invitation Series, Praise Series, Praise Band Series, and Top 25 Series, Maranatha! Music has sold more than 30 million records and changed lives worldwide. For more information, visit www.maranathamusic.com.