Generation Letter

Artist Information

Biography

Generation Letter has blossomed from a local Orlando, FL Rock & Roll Band with a heart to serve God into a group of seasoned musicians and songwriters who love to worship God and lead His people to know Him more fully.

Their humble beginnings date back to inspiration from Sovereign Grace Ministries Producer, Integrity Music Songwriter and Under Ground Grace Records President, Steve Cook who suggested the idea blending the talents and visions of front man George Romanacce with fellow songwriters and band members John Ripley, Alex Couch and Stephen Morgan to create a unique musical blend.

Generation Letter’s vision is to be a band that glorifies the Savior, offers the world biblically sound lyrics and delivers them with unmatched musical creativity. Not only is their vision to create and record great music that magnifies The Creator, but they want to freely share the joy of worshipping God with a biblically informed theology of worship to all who listen to their songs.

Some of their recent accolades include:

• Grand Prize Winners 2008 John Lennon Song Writing Competition Gospel Category
• Grand Prize Winners 2009 John Lennon Song Writing Competition Gospel Category
• GMA/Hearitfirst.com 2008 National Battle of the Bands Grand Prize Winners
• Creation Festival 2008 National Talent Search Winners
• LifeLight Festival 2008 National Talent Search Winners
• 3rd Place 2008 Billboard World Song Contest Contemporary Christian Category
• World Vision 2009 Artist Associates
• Featured Band at the 2009 Z88.3 – Nathaniel’s Hope Make ‘M Smile Festival Orlando, FL
• Featured Band MX09 Daytona Beach Music Fest Daytona, FL
• Finalists, Indie Singer Songwriter Competition; Contemporary Christian & Fan Favorite
• Featured Band for Yes2Marriage Rallies in Jacksonville & Orlando, FL
• Featured Band for the AM 950 WTLN 2008 Annual Pastors Breakfast with Chip Ingram
• Featured Band for the AM 950 WTLN 2008 Listener Appreciation Rally with Chip Ingram

The Band has been privileged to share the stage with some of Christian Music’s most prestigious artists as well as numerous breakout artists including MercyMe, Red, Stellar Kart, Worth Dying For, KJ-52, Reilly, West Coast Revival, Vicky Beeching, Helen Baylor, Vicki Yohe, Steve and Vikki Cook, Ron Kenoly, Curtis Allen a.k.a. VOICE, Bob Kauflin, Alvin Slaughter, SHIROCK, Tall Tree, Na Band, ZELOS and many more.

While the accolades from peers and fans are very exciting, the guys are quick to remember that the primary vision of Generation Letter is to support the advancement of the Gospel and the building of Christ’s Church here on earth. As members of the Worship Team at Metro Life Church in Casselberry, FL they are privileged to sing about the Savior on a weekly basis.

Instrumentation

George Romanacce - Lead Vox & Guitars
Alex Couch - Guitars
Stephan Morgan - Guitars
Kyle Van Cleave - Bass
John Ripley - Drums

Discography

This is The Story
2010
Generation Letter Ep
2008

Official Website

http://www.generationletter.com

Links

• Facebook
• Last.fm
• MySpace
• Twitter
• Band Website
• Band MySpace
• Our Record Label

Audio

• 7-King Of Peace
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• 1-Only A Sinner
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• 2-God Of Unconditional Love
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• 3-Chapter 3 (Broken Chains)
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• 6-Jesus My Glory
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• 11-Glorious (Radio Edit)
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• Always Near
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Lyrics

• King of Peace
• Glorious
• Jesus My Glory
• Always Near
• Blessed Assurance
• Blood and Water
• He Is Alive
• I Will Sing of Your Grace
• Tear Upon Tear
• His Story Stands Alone

Video

Story_promo 1

Photo Gallery

Press

• Integrity Music Songwriter Steve Cook Says Wow [+ Show ]
  

  “Many Bands think their something special and sound, well, fairly ordinary. I know of a band that...“Many Bands think their something special and sound, well, fairly
  ordinary. I know of a band that thinks of themselves as pretty ordinary,
  but they are, in fact, something special. Few bands come out of the gate like Generation Letter. Great Songs! Great Arrangements! Passionate
  Vocals! Their EP is awesome and they “Bring It” LIVE. This may be
  your first time hearing Generation Letter, but I promise you, not the last!!”
  
  Steve Cook
  President, Under Ground Grace Records
  Producer, Integrity Music Songwriter
  

• Vince Wilcox Speaks Out [+ Show ]
  

  “I have listened to hundreds of “first efforts” from aspiring artists over my past three decades in ...“I have listened to hundreds of “first efforts” from aspiring artists over my past three decades in the music business. I am very
  impressed with Generation Letter. Their lyrics are clear and compelling, their melodies are memorable and singable, and their sound is creative and relevant. If this is just the beginning, I’m eager to hear what’s next!”
  
  Vince Wilcox
  President, Vince Inc.
  Former Manager for NewSong and Todd Agnew
  

• Darryn Kinney Say's Their Honest [+ Show ]
  

  "Generation Letter is honest, passionate, in your face rock-n-roll. So many bands are playing and si..."Generation Letter is honest, passionate, in your face rock-n-roll. So many bands are playing and singing with all their might but in the end leave their audience wondering what they're really about. This isn't the case with Generation Letter. They clearly have something to say and they say it. They say it in their performance and they say it in their songs. It's bold and it's refreshing. These guys put on a serious (and fun) performance. I can't wait to see what they do next."
  
  Daryn Kinney
  Guitarist & Worship Leader
  Pastor, Gulf Coast Community Church St. Petersburg, Florida
  

• HEARITFIRST.COM AND THE GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE WINNER OF THIRD ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMPETITION [+ Show ]
  

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HEARITFIRST.COM AND THE GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE WINNER OF THIRD A...FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
  
  HEARITFIRST.COM AND THE GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE WINNER OF THIRD ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMPETITION Winner to Perform at 2008 GMA Music in the Rockies
  
  (NASHVILLE, Tenn.) June 26, 2008 — Christian music lifestyle web site HearItFirst.com and the Gospel Music Association (GMA) announce the winner of this year’s third annual Battle of the Bands competition, Orlando, Fla.-based Generation Letter. The five-member rock band will perform at GMA Music in the Rockies in August.
  Comprising George Romanacce (vocals/guitar), Stephen Morgan (guitar), Alex Couch (guitar), Joey Phillips (bass), and John Ripley (drums), Generation Letter originated from its passion to glorify God through music and to tell the great story passed down from generation to generation. John Ripley, the band’s drummer, says about its win: “As we evaluate the talents and creativity all of the artists that were involved in this competition, it is truly remarkable that we were chosen. We are thrilled beyond words to have this opportunity from GMA and Hear It First to take the stage at GMA Music in the Rockies.”
  From March 25 – April 27 bands were asked to submit their entries at www.hearitfirst.com/indiescovery. Voting took place in three rounds during the month of May, at which time fans were able to view band bios, pictures and hear full-length songs. Hosted by Indiescovery, HearItFirst.com’s portal specifically devoted to independent artists, the promotion is designed to introduce listeners to the best up-and-coming talent in Christian music.
  The grand prize package includes an all-expense-paid trip for four, including registrations, to GMA Music in the Rockies, where Generation Letter will perform a 9-minute opening act set alongside CCM mainstay artists Stellar Kart and MercyMe. First runner-up, singer/songwriter Nathan Arnold from Vancouver, Wash. will also have the chance to perform at the event. The second runner up, Long Beach, N.Y.-based band Cassidy will receive four free registrations.
  Director of marketing for GMA, Gabriel Aviles weighs in on the Music in the Rockies experience, “GMA Music in the Rockies is a place of discovery for new and emerging artists. We are thrilled that HearItFirst.com’s Battle of the Bands’ contest winners are going to be a part of this incredible experience.”
  Mark Adkison, HearItFirst.com president and founder, additionally comments, “HearItFirst.com is honored to join forces with GMA’s Music in the Rockies to bring unprecedented opportunities to talented, deserving, undiscovered bands. We are thrilled to be a part of Generation Letter’s journey, and look forward to many more partnerships with independent bands in the future.”
  For more information on Generation Letter, visit their page at www.HearitFirst.com/generationletter and their official artist page at www.generationletter.com. For the latest on your favorite Christian artists, visit www.HearItFirst.com.
  About GMA Music in the Rockies:
  GMA Music in the Rockies is the music community’s premier talent competition and training experience for Christian artists, songwriters and worship leaders. Thousands have traveled from all over the world to experience this adventure and are drawn by its unparalleled training, professional and personal feedback, one-of-a-kind concert series, and sense of community, all nestled in the beautiful mountains of Estes Park, Colo. Visit www.gospelmusic.org or www.musicintherockies.com for information on how to register for this year’s event.
  About GMA:
  Founded in 1964, the Gospel Music Association serves as the face and voice for the gospel/Christian music community and is dedicated to exposing, promoting and celebrating the gospel through music of all styles including pop, rock, praise & worship, black gospel, R&B, hip hop, southern gospel, country, and more. The GMA community consists of 4,000 members including agents, artists, church leaders, managers, promoters, radio personnel, record company executives, retailers, songwriters and other industry visionaries. The GMA produces the GMA Dove Awards, GMA Music Week, GMA Music in the Rockies, and the GMA Academy. For more information, please visit www.gospelmusic.org.
  About HearItFirst.com::
  Originally launched in 2005, HearItFirst.com, acquired by Spinnaker Media in May 2008, has become a popular Internet music discovery destination, with more than 180,000 members who have registered for access to previews, videos and in-depth, exclusive content from major label, independent and unsigned bands. Membership includes a weekly newsletter with free music downloads, exclusive audio and video previews of music releases, artist interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from live events. The site’s unique, versatile and daily refresh of timely content generates 600,000 visits a month and more than 1.4 million monthly page views. The Indiescovery section of HearItFirst.com, currently housing more than 450 independent and unsigned bands nationwide, provides a platform for emerging artists, where they can create their own profile which is supplemented with additional audio and video clips. These tools are distributed to fans through the HearItFirst.com newsletter and via other online promotions. For more information, visit www.hearitfirst.com/indiescovery
  
  Contacts:
  
  For hearitfirst.com:
  Mandy Parsons
  615-790-8034
  mandy@savvymediasolutions.com
  For GMA:
  Tricia Whitehead
  615-599-7746
  Tricia@TheSpinhouse.com
  

• Metro Life Church Supports Generation Letter [+ Show ]
  

  “What an honor to support people who are not only gifted musicians, but who love the Gospel of Jesus...“What an honor to support people who are not only gifted musicians, but who love the Gospel of Jesus Christ above their own glory.
  On behalf of our pastoral leadership team, I commend them for their commitment to the local church and the value of sound doctrine in their lyrics.”
   
  Todd Twining,
  Worship Pastor, Metro Life Church
  Producer, Sovereign Grace Ministries Songwriter
  

• Rough Draft Loves Generation Letter [+ Show ]
  

  "Generation Letter is a hard working band with a tight show, but most importantly their hearts are i..."Generation Letter is a hard working band with a tight show, but most importantly their hearts are in the right place and it shows. Just spend five minutes with these guys and you will know what they are all about...and that is spreading the love of Christ!"
  
  Greg Lee
  Road Manager Rough Draft Band
  

Setlist

A Sinner Saved By Grace
Jesus My Glory
Awake
He is Alive
Blessed Assurance
Blood and Water
Glorious
Always Near
His Story Stands Alone
(A full Worship set list available from over 150 worship songs)

Basic Requirements

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Generation Letter Tech Rider and Stage Plot

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