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FORERUNNER

Circleville, OH

Biography

In 2001 the band FORERUNNERwas formed with a purpose of applying a message of Holiness threaded throughoutthe original God inspired lyrics blended with the vintage sound of classic rockand a shade of the blues. Ryan Adkins, The lead vocalist and Lead guitarist,along with the band, stepped into the recording studio in the spring of 2002intent upon laying down tracks that would be true to an era of simplicity andthe solid sound of the live unhindered music of that era. Twelve continuoushours o...

In 2001 the band FORERUNNERwas formed with a purpose of applying a message of Holiness threaded throughoutthe original God inspired lyrics blended with the vintage sound of classic rockand a shade of the blues. Ryan Adkins, The lead vocalist and Lead guitarist,along with the band, stepped into the recording studio in the spring of 2002intent upon laying down tracks that would be true to an era of simplicity andthe solid sound of the live unhindered music of that era. Twelve continuoushours of work spawned their first album entitled "Etched In Stone."This record is not the typical, but ten songs done virtually in one take, andsome of which, mirroring the so called "long songs" of rock and rollspast at over seven minutes in length.   The ministry of the group has spent time allacross the state, and surrounding states, at youth functions, church services,and festivals pouring themselves out in obedience to God's call. The connectionproduced from the mixture of these two languages of theology and melody hasexperienced many transformed lives for the kingdom of God and many more tocome.   The band has played such events as “Ichthus,”“The Alrosa Villa,” Whiskey Dicks,” and many other venues in between!   Ryan Adkins (lead vocals & guitars) is originally fromMagnolia, Ohio, near Canton, where he has been involved in a variety of elevendifferent bands in eighteen years. He has written and produced most of themusic he has performed and is a graduate of Ohio Christian University having receiveda degree in Christian Ministries and Music. He is now working on a Masters in Divinity from Wesley BiblicalSeminary.  Ryan was diagnosed in 2007with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.  He had a verylarge tumor in his chest that stopped their summer tour while he underwent 3surgeries, 6 months of chemotherapy and 20 radiation treatments.  3 Years later his cancer returned and forcedhim back into treatments and finally a stem cell transplant.  He is back on the road and in the studiorecording working with Josh Brown from “Full Devil Jacket” and “Day of Fire”and producer Rogers Masson.  Only by thegrace of God he sings and shares his story with every concert scheduled!   Jeff Lutz is the Percussionist and also singsback up vocals. From Lancaster, Ohio, he has impacted the group with hisclassic rock style and successful arrangements. He has played drums guitar andbass for a combined more than 20 years.   BrianSponseller isoriginally from North Canton, Ohio.  Hereceived a BA in Christian Ministry from Ohio Christian University in2002.  In 2006 he completed a Masters inDivinity from Wesley Biblical Seminary and was ordained in the Churches ofChrist in Christian Union.  His rhythmichooks and intensive lead-work lay a foundation for the group’s originality.  In addition to the guitar work, he provides ahigh tenor harmony to help complete FORERUNNER.   The group has extended its abilities with theopening of Forerunner Recording Studio and has begun work with awardwinning songwriter Josh Brown (from “Full Devil Jacket” and “Day of Fire”) andknown producer/songwriter Rogers Masson. This project will produce a new EP.   You can check out several demosfrom this album at the links listed below. FORERUNNER has begun scheduling dates to promotethis upcoming project titled “Worldview.”    You can purchase and download ForeRunnermusic at CDbaby and ITunes!               Forbooking call:  740-601-4594 oremail:  forerunnertheband@yahoo.com             Musicand more info:  www.myspace.com/forerunnertheband                                                 www.forerunnertheband.com– OFFICIALwebsite                                                                                                 Until then they maintain that, FORERUNNERis a band that believes the music and the message should be worthy of the Onewho inspired it.

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