When you ask the guys in One Friday where they got their name, you’ll usually get three different answers ranging from “the darkest and brightest day in our history” to “the single greatest display of love.” But invariably and almost in unison you’ll hear “it’s the day our Savior died for us.” That’s One Friday. A vocal group with dynamics to spare, but an unwavering unity.
You’re just as likely to find these guys roaming the audience at a concert as you are to find them on stage. Lovers of music and what it does for the heart, they’ve made it their lives from the first time they could speak. Growing up in churches that put a strong emphasis on vocals, their passion has been and remains to be the use of the greatest instrument ever created; the human voice. With a blend that some would call “blood harmony,” they have chosen to spread the message of Christ through song. In a time when rock-bands are the pop music, they have continued to do what they were born to do: sing.
The brothers Willy and Josh Henderson grew up on a healthy diet of rock, bluegrass and acappella music. Over the years they shaped and re-shaped their sound until one day they said “man, let’s just sing.” But they quickly realized that something was missing. Along came Cody Ridgway. Cody made a huge impression on the brothers with his fire for God, his love for people, and his amazing tenor voice. A strong friendship ensued which built a firm foundation for the group. When Willy’s poignant baritone, Cody’s unbelievable tenor, and Josh’s earthy tone were combined with a talent for arranging, the pieces came together and a group was born. Their belief that “nothing speaks to the soul like music” is what drives them to spread the message through songs of love and hope that can only be found in Christ.
Hey you guys rock. I hope to see you soon. I saw you all at Sonfest a while ago and since then all my friends that have heard you love your music so much. Thanks for spreading the word and keep up the good work. hope to hear some new songs soon and CDs. God bless and thanks
Cody, What have you been up too? I am not sure if you remember me I am the Mathill boys little sister that live with Babbette and Rod... I have not seen you in forever. I really miss you and the family I cant wait to see you again. I am so happy that you are doing good in your career...
hey you thank you for even giving us a chance..we totally know, so many bands on myspace probably add you and you could of easily denied us but you didn't :) you look like you have a story..what is it? write back lets keep in touch and also wanted to personally thank and type this for even giving us a chance
you guys are awesome!!I love coming to Myspace to listen to your music. Thank you for all that you do, in the advancement of the Kingdom of God!
Cody, your mom and your dad are so awesome! I was blessed to worship with them and to learn from them. Please tell them that I love them and I miss them.
i have had a couple of bands invite me over to their my-space and was wandering if you have heard of them but dont want to use your myspace for advertisment unless yall say ok. so if its ok let me know and i will post their names in a comment to see if you know them thanks ttyl
whats up? i have enjoyed the cd. it has yet to come out of my cd player love you guys. will be looking forward to the next album and watching yall live at a concert besides the stage of our church although that is good too something tells me it is different than a concert though. keep the faith and keep on going and going and going and i think you get the point. have a blessed week
