It all began when Ben Richter [Lead Vocals / Guitars] and Geoff Ashcraft [Guitar] left behind their native republic of Texas to head into the unknown of Atlanta, GA in March of 2006. Upon arrival in the great state of Georgia, they quickly found Drummer and Programming Extraordinaire [covertly disguised as a church janitor], Josh Kirk.
Together, they led worship in their local church and began traveling throughout the U.S and even into England and Wales for nearly a year before joining forces with producer Jason Hoard [Fee, Shane & Shane, Kristian Stanfill]. In August of '07 they headed into the studio to begin work on a debut album. "Reverse This Dying Trend” began with a sense of urgency to get the message out through a captivating blend of melodies and instruments. The album was born out of a desire to see things change... Front man, Ben Richter says "We realize it’s the things we leave behind that make a difference, the evidence that Jesus Christ has changed us from the inside out and given us the rescue mission to go and change the world..."
Upon the album release in February of 2008, this vision for change led to The Museum teaming up with Overlooked, a non-profit organization created to expose people to the problems in the world and offer a simple way to make a difference. Through the support of people at shows and events throughout the US, the band raised thousands of dollars of support in 2008 to provide meals to starving children all across the world...
In their first year of existence, The Museum played over 175 dates all across the US. But Ben's passion for the local church only strengthened as he saw the need for true community. The band is proud to call Briarlake Church in Decatur, GA (an urban suburb of Atlanta) where they consistently lead worship on Sundays. Ben and the band are also blessed to have led at North Point Community Church Partner Churches in 5 different states and have a strong partnership with Elevation Church in Charlotte, NC as well. Ben states "I believe the local church is the hope of the world, therefore it has to be at the center of our ministry."
This strong passion for the church to live as the hope of the world has continually influence Ben's writing. The band is set to head back into the studio this fall to begin work on their sophomore album scheduled to be released in late spring.
For more information please visit The Museum on Twitter, Facebook, & The Museum & Official Website
Still been trying to get your music on K-Love!!! Hopefully if everyone (all your fans hint hint) emails their music selection dept we might just get something happening here... I actually spoke to Laurie Davidson (Correspondence asst to programing) about you guys! She said she'd look into you! Cant wait for you music to be all over the air waves!
Thanks for adding me! I found you guys on iTunes and i loved ur music! u guys are amazing!!! =]] I would love to c u guys at a concert or sumthin!! =]] hehe
I am truly blessed with the gift of your friendship. I'm very sorry that I haven't been in touch like I should have lately. With all that has been going on with Winston I have not gotten too many chances to be online. The weeks have really gone by fast. I praise God so much that Winston is improving and is almost back to 100%. Hopefully everything will be back to normal soon. Thank you for understanding and continuing to be my friend.
Are you married yet Ben? I know we spoke in San Antonio about it. I believe you were getting married a week or 2 before me! Congrats if you are! And if you havent well.. I'll pray for you! I finally found someone to pass that CD on to!
The Call is still one of my favorite songs... I remember when you guys came here, (Fredericksburg) it was a great time. keep in touch guys! i miss talkin to you all!
You guys are awesome. Thanks for coming to Albany. You really touched my Emily's life! She's only 11, but you guys are all she talks about. Life can be hard for a middle schooler. Keep up the great work! God is using you to make a difference.
