#170: Rend Collective On Celebration, Laments, & Good News [Podcast]

We’re not rockstars. We’re the furthest thing from it. We don’t even consider ourselves good musicians.” – Gareth Gilkeson When I listen to Rend Collective, it makes me happy. There’s a contagious joy about their music and the fact that they’re having an incredible time doing what they do. I think worship teams have a […]

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We’re not rockstars. We’re the furthest thing from it. We don’t even consider ourselves good musicians.” – Gareth Gilkeson

When I listen to Rend Collective, it makes me happy. There’s a contagious joy about their music and the fact that they’re having an incredible time doing what they do. I think worship teams have a lot to learn from these guys.

That’s why it’s such a privilege to welcome Gareth Gilkeson on to the show. This conversation was a ton of fun. First of all, because Gareth is hilarious. Second, his accent is better than mine. And third, he recorded this in a trampoline park with noisy, jumping children everywhere. It’s a recipe for awesomeness.

We talk about the band, celebration, laments in worship, running, creativity, the new record and more!

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The origin story of Rend Collective
The similarities and differences between an Irish Pub & the Church
How Rend Collective was “discovered.”
How to help your church grow in celebration
Tips for how to open up a worship service
Creating room for laments in corporate worship
How Rend approaches creative direction
The dangers of comparison

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Show Sponsor: Coresound Pads
Music: Good News by Rend Collective
Website: Rend Collective
Twitter: @rendcollective

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