Rapture Ruckus in concert at Mansfield Christian on September 14th, 2013 doors open at 6:00pm show is at 7:00pm
RAPTURE RUCKUS
In a market flooded with bands it takes something extra special to grab your attention
these days. Rapture Ruckus are one of those rare groups that are cutting through the
noise and connecting with people all over the world with their catchy blend of rock and
hip-hop.
Perhaps the first real display of this magnetism in action came at New Zealand’s
renowned Parachute Music Festival. There, fronted by talented producer/songwriter
Brad Dring, they won the hearts of over 25,000 people and went on to break the festival
record for Highest-Selling Debut Act.
Parachute Music were quick to see the potential and sign Rapture Ruckus in 2004, and
over the past nine years the band has continued to gather an increasing following
through extensive touring (U.S, Canada, South Africa, Singapore and Australasia). In
2007 their album I BELIEVE received critical acclaim at the NZ Music Awards, winning
the award for Best Christian/Gospel Album.
International attention followed in the form of BEC Recordings, who signed the band in
late 2009 and has partnered with them on two U.S. releases thus far. From the crowdpleasing choruses of pop anthems ‘Tonight’ and ‘No Matter What’ to the bold
declarations of ‘I Believe’, their recordings showcase the band’s ability to write songs
that will stick in your head for days.
The first single to be released in the States, ‘Hold On’, was written by Dring in response
to some close friends who were facing cancer, depression and a marriage falling apart.
The song speaks of clinging onto God’s promises regardless of our situations and
circumstances. Dring admits to being overwhelmed by the number of emails sent in
from people saying they desperately needed to hear that message of hope: in our
darkest hour sometimes all we need to do is just hold on and trust that God will come
through for us.
Now based out of Nashville, TN and managed by First Company Management
(Newsboys, Audio Adrenaline, Stellar Kart) the reputation of Rapture Ruckus is growing
almost as fast as their fan-base as they tour throughout the world.
Attending a Rapture Ruckus concert highlights one of the truly special things about this
group - their ability to break through restraints or barriers and really engage with people.
Dring is the band’s creative mastermind and is known for his perfectionism. Every
element of their live show has been carefully considered. As a result you are treated to
a dynamic performance where every light, specialeffect, graphic or lyric draws you in
and allows you to really hear the messages being delivered. That, says Dring, is the
ultimate goal.
So what is Rapture Ruckus? Big stadium-ready choruses. Raw honesty and passion.
Songs that are captivating audiences all around the globe.
Maybe it’s about time you got some RUCKUS in your life?
