We The Kingdom Deep Dive
February 23, 2024
The Kingdom of God is here among us. That is the message We The Kingdom hopes to exemplify through their uplifting and soulful music. We The Kingdom is a multi-generational family band led by Ed Cash. The group consists of members from five generations including Ed’s own kids Franni and Scott, as well as Martin Cash, and Andrew Bergthold.
We the Kingdom’s music is a blend of contemporary Christian music and country-folk. In an article by KLOVE, the group’s sound is described as, “A seamless collision of diverse sonic tastes spanning five decades of music. Yet, from Ed and Scott’s seasoned experience to Andrew’s experimental sensibilities to Franni and Martin’s youthful energy, We The Kingdom works simply because all of its members bring something distinct to the table, culminating in a multi-colored spectrum of sound.” The band has played at iconic locations such as Red Rocks Amphitheater and Ryman Auditorium. In addition, their rise in popularity has led them to perform and partner with artists such as Chris Tomlin and Zach Williams.
We The Kingdom bridges contemporary Christian music with the country-folk genre. We see this rise in indie and folk music in the popularity of artists such as Zach Bryan and Noah Kahn. Artists like these combine powerful and deeply meaningful lyrics with a more acoustic and rustic sound. Perhaps the recent popularity of this music reflects our culture’s desire for authenticity. Listeners not only care about musicality, but the deeper message behind the lyrics.
We The Kingdom accomplishes this while simultaneously glorifying Christ. Song lyrics can have a tremendous impact on the listener’s life, and as Christians it is important to fill one’s mind and spirit with things that point towards Christ. Some of the band’s most popular songs include “Holy Water” and “God So Loved”. These songs emphasize the forgiveness and love that God gives freely to His people, providing an encouraging message of hope.
If We The Kingdom seems right up your musical ally, come out to the Vines Center on Friday, February 23 and hear the band for yourself. LU Praise will kick off the concert at 8:00pm. You can purchase tickets here!
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Written by Mary Richey
Mary is a sophomore studying Hospitality Management. She enjoys spending time outdoors, going to coffee shops, and is always up for a road trip. Creative writing has always been one of her favorite hobbies!