Top Christian Artists at Faith Covenant September 16

WHEATON, IL (September 9, 2005) - The "In the Round Tour" arrives at Faith Covenant Church in Wheaton on September 16, with a unique performance featuring veteran Christian singer-songwriters Ashley Cleveland, Bob Bennett and Bruce Carroll.

The concert, which begins at 8:00 p.m., will showcase Cleveland, Bennett and Carroll trading songs and collaborating in an entertaining and intimate "in the round" style of performance.

Cleveland is a two-time Grammy winner who has been acclaimed by critics, fans and her colleagues across a myriad of music genres, including luminaries such as Jars of Clay, John Hiatt, Michael McDonald, Faith Hill, Delbert McClinton, Etta James, Martina McBride, Russ Taff and Rich Mullins. Her latest release, Men and Angels Say, is a collection of hymns, yet it could be her most autobiographical album to date. The self-proclaimed "confessional singer/songwriter" first learned hymns as a child during church services. However, she found solace and assurance in hymns later in life during some very dark times.

Bennett is a noted songwriter, whose ability to write songs about other than typical "spiritual" topics has always made him stand out from his peers. To Bob, spiritual themes are everywhere, even in the least holy of circumstances. His approach to ministry also follows the same line of reasoning - that our lives are intricately woven with the sacred and the human, and that honest communication is ultimately most effective. Bob's acoustic folk-style recordings have honestly confronted the messy side of human existence over the years. But those who have discovered his depth, wit, honesty and musicianship consider him to be one of Christian music's foremost songwriters.

Carroll, whose career highlights include two Grammy awards, seven Dove awards and 11 Number One hits on the Christian music charts, says that his musical journey is just beginning, and every day it takes a fresh turn. His music defies narrow description beyond "great." His early folk inspiration, years on the Texas scene, an affinity for pop music and a love for bluegrass all weave in and out of his composing. Always, it is original, inspired and able to strike deep chords with his listeners. It deals with real issues through real insight.

For more information about the concert, contact Patrick J. Fallon by telephone at 630-221-1854 or by email at www.plfallon202@yahoo.com.

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