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Ruins Restored

"..I will restore all your ruins!" Isaiah 44:26

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We believe that God has called each one of us to be a part of HIS ministry and we plan to give it all we have to follow that purpose. Ruins Restored is a Christian rock band that consists of lead vocalist Malin Hayes, guitarist Jason Kirk, drummer David Coleman, and bass guitarist Travis Barksdale. We are based out of Birmingham, Alabama. We are a group of people that wish to follow Gods plan for our life and lead others in worshipping Jesus Christ through music. We find strength in our faith to our Lord and Savior. We love to have fun but we know the importance of our calling to praise God with our music. Our mission is to spread the word of Jesus Christ through the music we make and the lives we lead.
We know that HIS plans are only about the soul winning of those who are lost. We have faith that we can see those plans come to pass through the music of Ruins Restored. The kind of music that worships and honors our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Ruins Restored is actively performing for various venues and we are looking forward to a busy schedule. We are excited at the opportunities we have to perform and minister to youth groups, conferences, and special events. In great anticipation, we are about to begin the recording of our first album as well. God is so good and we are so incredibly blessed.
We just wrapped up recording with award winning producer, Barry Blair. He is best known for his work with Audio Adrenaline, Sanctus Real, and many other amazing bands. We are very thankful for all of his hard work and friendship.
We would sincerely appreciate if you would please pray for us. Pray for each one of us as individuals and for our families. Please pray that God’s will shall be done through the ministry of Ruins Restored. Please pray that we may go out, spread the message of Jesus Christ, and that this ministry will win souls for the glory of God.
We would also like to thank Strong Tower Management Group and Bridgette Marriott, our manager, who does a wonderful job managing us and getting our music out there. She is definetly one of the best!
Thank you for stopping by and checking in on us. God Bless you always!
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING!

"I had the opportunity to have Ruins Restored come to Amp’d Student Ministry for an event. I was very impressed with their heart for Christ, and how they related with the students at First Baptist Church of Orlando, Florida. We really enjoyed their music and we know that we will have them back again soon."
Pastor Keith Harmon
Head Youth Minister
First Baptist Church of Orlando
Orlando, FL
"Ruins Restored is comprised of young men who love Jesus and utilize their gifts and talents to inspire others to do the same. They are men of integrity who magnify Christ. We love them and pray that God will continue to bless their ministry."
Rev. Ken McWilliams
Minister of Music
Enon Baptist Church
Morris, AL
“Ruins Restored is the real deal! I had them come and lead a Wednesday night service for our youth group and several other youth groups also came. They are a very genuine, sincere group. God had blessed them so much with singing and musical talent. It is exciting to see a group of people use there talents for the Lords work! Malin shared his testimony and it hit home with a lot of teens that were here that night. Keep up the great work and God will use you in unbelievable ways. Thanks for all you do!”
Jae Thomas
Youth Pastor
Gateway Baptist Church
Fultondale, AL
"I have been around a lot of Christian musicians and bands both known and unknown but none with a more Christlike attitude. On top of that you handled yourself VERY proffesionally. I was a pleasure to have you."
Pastor Paul Jenkins
The Church at Blount Springs
Blount Springs, AL
"We have played several venues with Ruins Restored. These guys are committed to the Lord and their lives show it!They have also helped us out at times when we needed it.They are all about reaching out to the lost and ministering to the body of Christ.God has gifted them with awesome music!"
Nine Lashes
Christian Rock Band
Birmingham, Alabama


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Member Since: 4/10/2006
Band Website: ruinsrestored.com
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Malin Hayes ~Lead Vocals

Malin has been singing in the Celebration Choir at Enon Baptist Church in Morris, Alabama since he was a teenager. He would take solos whenever they were available. In his early twenties, he tried out all the empty things of this world. Malin slowly became more and more dissatisfied with every thing that pulled him farther and farther from his savior Jesus Christ. Malin soon realized that he needed to rededicate his life to serving the Lord. Malin fervently is seeking to see worship and praise made alive in the power of the Holy Spirit through the music of Ruins Restored. Malin is married to Kim and together they work hard to follow God's plan for their lives. “When I read my Bible, I believe that I Corinthians 15:10 would best describe me and my life.”


Jason Kirk ~Guitar

Jason played his first guitar over 16 years ago. After high school, he spent some time serving in the US Marine Corps. Even though Jason grew up in a Christian home, he found himself living a worldly life. Several years ago after a life changing experience, Jason dedicated his life to Christ. Since then, God has called him to go out and serve the Lord. Jason and his wife, Sherry became members of Enon Baptist Church. It was there that he heard Malin sing and was interested in getting together with him to further pursue the gifts God had given them. Jason is a proud father of two daughters, Taylor and Hannah. Jason states, "The motto I try to live my life by was written by Charles Stanley that stated 'We are the tallest and the strongest when we are on our knees.' and you just can't say it any clearer than that."


Travis Barksdale ~Bassist

At the age of 13, Travis Barksdale, picked up a bass guitar as an outlet from having to deal with his parents divorce and custody battle. "I still carry the pain with me today and I feel it makes me a better Christian and therefore a better musician." He soon decided to become saved and began his journey as a dedicated Christian. It is Travis passion to be the bringer of the word of God to the people who are looking for something real to grasp. Travis is happily married to his best friend, his wife Katie. When asked what its like to play in Ruins Restored, Travis says, "I feel like God has given me a talent to use. I see youth reaching for something through this dead world, holding onto anything tangible. My obsession is to teach them the word of God through music. I feel like its my calling to bring light to a dark world."

David Coleman ~Drummer

David Coleman was 18 when he first sat down behind a drum set on the same night he was saved. For on that night, a friend, Scott Wallace, explained John 3:16 to David and his life was forever changed. David plays the piano, guitar and according to him, “a pretty mean kazoo”. When asked about what God means to him, David said, “God is my everything. He has carried me through many problems and I see His hand guiding my life daily. He blesses me in so many ways… so I hope to make Him smile by blessing His name.”. David is a full time student, works in a law office, and feels being in Ruins Restored helps him keep his worship time constant. Recently David said, “I think being in Ruins Restored is a great opportunity for me to continue spreading the word of Christ. I want to see hearts touched and lives changed. God will take Ruins Restored exactly where HE wants us. Its not our will… but HIS.”

Influences: Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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My Blog

Tell Me What Jesus Did

i was thinking about ways to glorify God and share the gospel of Jesus Christ.  and what better way than to get folks from everywhere to share their testimony of what Christ did in their lives.yo...
Posted by Ruins Restored on Sat, 26 May 2007 09:45:00 PST

The Story Behind

The Story Behind"Beautiful"  The lyrics to our newest song "Beautiful" was inspired from a poem that was written by our manager, Bridgette Marriott. Her poem was created due to her exposure to th...
Posted by Ruins Restored on Tue, 10 Apr 2007 09:37:00 PST

Booking Information

Are you interested? In booking Ruins Restored!     Hello. My name is Bridgette Marriott of Strong Tower Management Group. I am the Manager/Booking Agent for Ruins Restored. If you would like...
Posted by Ruins Restored on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 09:48:00 PST

Strengthen by Bridgette Marriott

Strengthen I am tormented, shattered, and torn. Here I am wishing that I was never born. I am so unworthy; so full of disgrace. I hate the reflection of my own face.   But someone saw through me ...
Posted by Ruins Restored on Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:09:00 PST