ambright

Sean Hill
Ryan Stephens
Jamie Crossland
Matt Thomas
Eric Hill
ambright is a Christian Rock band from Atlanta, GA. Pulling from influences like Tim Hughes, Mute Math, After Edmund, The Afters, Starfield, Leeland, and the like, ambright creates a fresh and driving Christian sound. ambright prides itself not only on lyrical content, but music that rings true to the rock genre. Whether it is through commanding guitars, bouncing bass lines, refined keys, or precision drumming, ambright drives home a sound that is not easily forgettable. ambright finds themselves in a unique middle ground between the ever increasing dilemma between listening to Acoustic or Hard Rock Christian music. Over the rock backdrop, ambright’s lyrics and melody are simple yet tasteful leaving the audience singing along even on the first listen.
ambright begins with Sean Hill, the songwriter and lead singer/guitarist, who creates the basic foundation that the rest of the band eventually builds. Ryan Stephens’ style and tone on lead guitar demonstrate the maturity and preciseness of the musicianship found in ambright’s material. Matt Thomas' ear for mood is evident in his choice of piano, organ, electric piano, and other synth sounds that give ambright a unique feel on each track. Eric Hill and Jamie Crossland round out the band with driving rhythms and thought provoking bass lines paramount in creating the rock atmosphere. The quintet pulls from many places for their musical inspiration, but looks only to God for true inspiration.
ambright has released two projects to date. First, their self-titled EP was released in December of 2007 that includes six tracks from the then quartet. Second, their debut full-length album "flicker," as the now quintet, was released in November of 2008. "flicker" earned ambright significant attention and they were honored in the winter of 2008 with a nomination for Rock Artist of the Year in the Momentum Awards hosted in Nashville by IndieHeaven.com. All the music from ambright to date has been self-produced, mixed, and mastered in their home-grown studio just north of Atlanta, GA.
Although ambright is young as a band, they are focused on what is truly important. They are seeking God's heart and sharing that search in their songs. All they ask is that you take that journey through their music with them to find God.