Genre: Pop/Rock
Members: Seth Gilbert (vocals), Tony Pallotta (guitars), Dave Luetkenhoelter (bass), Jeffrey Gilbert (drums)
For fans of: Foo Fighters, Sanctus Real, Newsboys
Label: BEC Recordings

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It all began a few years back when four young men from southern Oregon decided to pursue God's call on their lives. Taking the name Seven Places, for the number of places blood flowed from Christ's body as he suffered for mankind's sin, the band quickly made a name for themselves among their peers as well as a strong impression at their home church, where they regularly led youth worship. After signing with BEC Recordings (home to such artists as Jeremy Camp, Smalltown Poets, KJ-52, and Kutless) the band made a strong debut with Lonely for the Last Time. With more than a little radio attention paid to the album's two singles "Everything" and "Landslide", the band found a place for themselves in the hearts of Christian music fans everywhere practically overnight. Fans and industry VIP's alike knew there was something truly special about this band. With much anticipation in the air, vocalist Seth Gilbert, guitarist Tony Pallotta, bassist Dave Luetkenhoelter, and drummer Jeffrey Gilbert are set to unveil their sophomore effort, Hear Us Say Jesus. Its release will certainly cement the band's place in the hallowed halls of Christian rock.

Titling the album Hear Us Say Jesus is not only a bold move, but also one that has the potential to negate any thoughts of jumping into the mainstream music market… a thought that weighed heavily on the minds of the band members. "We chose this album title because we want to be a band known for being bold with Jesus," declares frontman and founder, Seth Gilbert. He continues, "I look at a band like Mercy Me, and I think, 'if God wants a band to cross over, it'll obviously be the Lord.' In His word it says, 'In all of your ways acknowledge Him' (Proverb 3:5). We're just doing our best and trying to acknowledge him in all we do. Our whole goal is to serve the Lord first and as long as we know we're doing what He wants us to do then whatever happens, happens."

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