Third Day
Third Day began like many bands do, by drumming up local support. After winning over crowds in its native Atlanta, Third Day eventually signed with Reunion Records and released its self-titled debut in 1996. After the group’s successful introduction to the masses, Third Day didn’t wait long to record its second album, Conspiracy No. 5. A slight stylistic departure from the more rootsy strains of its predecessor, Third Day earned a Grammy nomination and its first Dove Award for “Rock Album of the Year” and “Rock Song of the Year” for the album’s standout single “Alien.”
Seamlessly transitioning between the pop, rock and worship genres, Offerings: A Worship Album followed in 2000. Recorded for the band’s devoted fan base known as “Gomers,” the album was in response to the powerful praise & worship sets happening during Third Day’s concerts.
Comprised of frontman Mac Powell, bassist Tai Anderson, guitarist Mark Lee and drummer David Carr, Third Day has now served up guitar-fueled anthems with a distinctly Southern flavor for more than a decade. The band was inducted in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame on September 19, 2009.
Focusing on all aspects of the believer’s journey in their relevant, hope-filled lyrics, Third Day’s 13th effort, Revelation, showcased the band’s community spirit by featuring a slew of guest appearances from Flyleaf’s Lacey Mosley, American Idol alum Chris Daughtry and guitar prodigy Robert Randolph. The album featured powerful songs including “Born Again” and the title track “Revelation” that touched the hearts of all audiences. The band then released Move, in October of 2010 featuring the singles “Trust In Jesus,” “Lift Up Your Face” and “Children of God.”
They have sold over 7 million albums in the United States and had 28 number one Christian album chart radio hits. To celebrate their 25th anniversary, Third Day released the back-to-their-roots album, Revival, on August 4, 2017, recorded at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. On March 2, 2018, Third Day announced their farewell with 12 shows as a last chance to see them live. The farewell tour eventually expanded to 20 concerts. June 27, 2018, in Denver, Colorado was the final show added.
