“We love performing,” Dave Frey says simply and you get the impression that is the simple truth. “But we also love the people we perform for,” he adds, injecting a layer of complexity to the equation. Integrating worship with real life - that is one of the simple truths Sidewalk Prophets has learned to live by.
Dave and his bandmate Ben McDonald had no idea what was in store for them when their paths crossed at Anderson University eight years ago, but one listen to their hugely anticipated major label debut, These Simple Truths, confirms the band?s undeniable talent. The fact that they have been on the road for 150+ dates per year for the past half-decade and show no signs of slowing down attests to their tenacious work ethic. But while there are tons of bands with talent and tenacity who never progress beyond the garage, Sidewalk Prophets insist it is the ever-present hand of the Lord that has lifted them to the next level of their career. A chance, or divine, encounter with a label exec led to an impromptu showcase at a local Christian school, and the rest, as they say, is history or perhaps history in the making.
Although Ben and Dave had been writing together ever since their college days, they realize that sometimes three heads are better than two, so when the opportunity came to prep for their new album by co-writing with some of the top names in the industry they didn’t hesitate for a moment. To make those songs pop the band called on the talents of Dove Award winning Producer of the Year, Ian Eskelin (Stellar Kart, Francesca Battistelli, Sarah Reeves) to helm the project.
These Simple Truths explodes from the speakers with sparkling pop, raucous rock, and beautiful ballads that will convince even the most jaded listener that these guys know how to craft intelligent, inspired music that fits comfortably inside the box, but may not be content to stay there.
your song just might change your life is a song that i really needed to hear right now. going throught alot and just really need to let go of alot of things
Hey guys....just wanted to say that I love your song "The words I would say". I have been going through a difficult time with keeping the faith and everytime I hear this song it just reminds me that no matter what God is in control. God is Good!
I heard yall on klove and nearly fell out of my chair. I was so excited. I love your songs. I loved watching you plan at springhill and i hope to go to another concert sometime. keep loving christ. ur sis in christ, Sami
Hey! I don't know if you are ever in the Green Bay, WI area but there is a Christian Coffee House called Cup O' Joy that you should check out: http://www.cupojoy.com/. John Waller, Jonny Diaz, Disciple, Ginny Owens, Sara Groves, and the list goes, have performed there. Awesome people!!
i was sitting in my room doing homework, and i was listening to k-love and your song- the words i would say- came on and after listening to the lyrics for a few moments, i was in tears. i love love love that song, it definitely was what i needed to hear right now. :)))))) you guys are amazinggg.
"The Words I would Say" got my heart as it played on the radio every time I turned it on...Thanks for coming to Knoxville TN as it was a pleasure to hear you sing it in person..I enjoyed the concert as I felt it was very heart warming...looking forward to more music....
Your music has made a complete difference in my life. i was going through a tough time and this song helped pull me out of it. God Bless Ya'll!!-- Kaitlyn
You mayyy not remember... ...but a while back you did a photoshoot at the Hutton Hotel in Nashville, TN. I was the teenager that was "skipping" out on school to come help out with the shoot. I just now remembered the name of you guys and I had to look ya up. I had a great time with you guys, it would be great to hear back from ya. :)
I absolutely love your song The Words I Would Say...I have been going though a lot right now and every time I hear this song my day lights up. I have really become close to God these past few months. This song has really showed me how much he means to me and how much I mean to him. Thankyou for the wonderful CD! I hope you guys make it around Michigan, I would love to see you in concert.
Still LOVE LOVE "The Words I Would Say." Our local Christian radio station Spirit FM 90.5 is playing it more frequently. I hear it in the morning on my way to work. What a blessing and awesome way to start my day! Yeah people staring at me while I am singing, worshiping & while I am driving . . . Got a smile from a police officer today! LOL! Keep praising His name in song! Be Blessed!
thanks for the add! just wanted to let you guys know i heard your song on the radio, and was amazed. i loved it soo much. keep living for Christ, he'll be with you the whooooole way. (: God Bless!!
I just wanted to let you all know what a blessing your song "the words i would say" has been in my life. I feel like you were still up at three in the morning just to tell ME those words and i'm sure many others. Those words have helped me through some tough times as i struggle with depression; it just reminds me that god's going to use me to do great things and i can't give up! Thank you so much! Never quit serving the lord you guys are doing great!
Hey (: you guys were at one of my youth events a couple of years ago and i loved you guys. i was going to school the other morning and heard your new song on the radio and i love it ! (:
Hey boys! seriously couldnt you come to Europe one day? there are people around here who like your music, you could do a gig at my church hehe If you're interested, you now know that there are Christians in Nice (France) and even on the Italian border who would welcome you!! ;)
Hope you guys have an awesome time at Universal tomorrow. I got to go to Rock the Universe to see David Crowder and Jeremy Camp last night and they were awesome. I was hoping I would of been able to make it to see you guys play Sunday too but I can't make it :(. You guys are gonna be awesome. I am so hoping to catch you guys the next time your in Orlando. God Bless! :)