LUMINATE is a band from Tyler, TX that was formed in the fall of 2005 by two students attending Visible School of Music in Memphis, TN. They officially launched their full-time musical career with their self-titled EP and an extensive Midwest tour including festivals, high schools, camps, all-age venues and churches. Their second CD release, "Bright and Beautiful" (2007) brought a new and fresh outlook on their ministry and drive. In June 2008 the band put out their third independent release "Miracle". It speaks of the urgency of rising up against the mediocrity of today's view of the Christian walk and lifestyle. The record stresses that our time to act is now. It's Our Time to embrace hope, destiny and a revolutionary relationship with our Creator.

Best described as passionate, stirring and worshipful, LUMINATE's musical core is formed around an ambient rock sound. Their songs challenge us to rise above the apathy in today's society, and to pursue our dreams with purpose, while reminding us our lives and what we do has worth.

Singer/lyricist/rhythm guitarist, Sam Hancock, writes poignant and meaningful lyrics with anthemic choruses that usher crowds into a corporate experience with God. Lead guitarist, Cody Clark, complements the melodies with reverb and delay-laden guitar riffs, while keyboardist/background vocalist, Dustin DeLong, adds ambient warm touches. Mix in the rhythmic bass lines of bassist, Dusty Jakubik, and the power of drummer, Aaron Mathew, and a song of vision, faith and thirst for God is sung.

Lyrics to their current Top 20 Single "Come Home"

You’re best friends with the word “regret”
And you’re afraid that your life’s been wasted
So why hope if it’s only gonna let you down?

You don’t think people really change
And you’re a mess and you’ll always be the same
And you doubt if you’ll ever get it turned around

So you’ve been running, searching for something
But you’re looking in a place you don’t belong
But it’s never too late, you can’t outrun grace
No, mercy doesn’t care what you’ve done
So, come home. So, come home

You can try and fix your broken empire
And put bricks on a cracked foundation
But you’d be building castles on the sand
There’s power in the blood of Jesus
And your Father’s screaming “just come home”
And He’s reaching out His hand

I know you’ve been running, searching for something
But you’re looking in a place you don’t belong
But it’s never too late, you can’t outrun grace
No, mercy doesn’t care what you’ve done
So, come home. So, come home

From the shadows, from the wrong roads,
From the darkness, from the unknown,
To redemption, something beautiful,
To a new love, to a new home

Chorus

References

"We were looking for a band to play at camp, and the band we had booked broke up. So, by God's grace (getting what we don't deserve) we ended up with a group of guys from Tyler, Tx. You can hear their talent by going to their myspace, but you have to hang out with them and watch them use their spiritual gifts in worship and ministry to really get a feel for how amazing they are. I can't say enough about their heart for the Lord and young people. They are a pleasure to work with!"

Brady Testorff
Student Minister
First Baptist Church
Platte City, Mo.


As a student pastor...I have dealt with numerous bands over the years. There is one band that stands out in my mind as a notch above the rest. That band is Luminate. I have seen these guys not only pour themselves into their music...but pour themselves into the fans as well. One instance comes to mind when I think of Luminate...it was watching them pray over the auditorium of a city-wide event held by local student ministries. And then watching them backstage pouring in to younger musicians...reminding them that everything they do is for the glory of the LORD. Beautiful!

Richard Kerry
Director of Student Ministries
Grace Community
University Boulevard Campus
Tyler, TX


Luminate provides more than just a concert. They offer a meaningful worship experience that is both moving and powerful. The band's passion for God opens your heart to explore your own spiritual connection. This inspiring group also interacts with their audience in a friendly, personal manner.

Kolleen Klemmedson
Administrative Assistant
First United Presbyterian Church
Clinton, IA

Date • City/State • Venue • Time • Contact

4/12/13 • Gillette, WY • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/13/13 • Dickinson, ND • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/14/13 • Spearfish, SD • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/15/13 • Pierre, SD • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/19/13 • Oconomowoc, WI • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/20/13 • Webster City, IA • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/25/13 • Millville, NJ • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/26/13 • Columbia, MD • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/27/13 • White Pine, TN • Kutless Spring Tour •
4/28/13 • Lincolnton, NC • Kutless Spring Tour •
5/3/13 • Greenville, IL • Kutless Spring Tour •
5/4/13 • Findlay, OH • Kutless Spring Tour •
5/5/13 • Newark, OH • Kutless Spring Tour •
7/12/13 • Olathe, CO • NightVision Festival •
7/26/13 • Tyler, TX • Caldwell Auditorium •
9/11/13 • Washington, DC • Lincoln Memorial •
11/8/13 • Columbus, OH • Columbus Convention Center •
11/9/13 • Columbus, OH • Columbus Convention Center •
11/10/13 • Columbus, OH • Columbus Convention Center •