Andy James Court
Perth, Western Australia, Australia | SELF
Music
Press
“Andy expresses his brilliant musicianship with a wide variety of sounds and styles from the hauntingly beautiful ‘Yes Lord’ to the black gospel feel of ‘Holy Ghost Fever’…I highly recommend ‘Only You’…” - Ps Phil Howell, Senior Pastor
We’re pleased to provide reference for Andy and Sharon Court, a wonderful husband and wife duo. Andy and Sharon provide a very down-to-earth, family-friendly environment with their music and testimony and, most importantly, listen to the needs of the pastor. I recommend Andy & Sharon for your family outreach event—a great opportunity for evangelism! - Ps Paul Pardede, Assistant Pastor
I am pleased to endorse the work of Andy Court in the area of Christian Gospel Music.
Andy’s passion and devotion to his faith in Jesus Christ is evident in both the lyrics and unique musical arrangements of his works and is testimony to the high standard of creativity being contributed by Australian artists and being recognised amongst the best in the world.
We wish Andy great continued success in his current and new ventures.
- Ian Worby
"I have found Andy James Court to be a passionate, humorous and inspirational musician. Whenever Andy and his wife Sharon have ministered at my Church or at Combined Baptist Church functions, we have sensed God moving in powerful ways. I heartily reccomend his ministry to you" - Pastor Mark Edwards, Chairman WA
"...I can vouch for Andy's thoroughly professional approach, high standard of both performance and worship-leading, and his commitment to serving the broad family of the church. I am available to provide a verbal reference in this context at any time." - Ps. Barry Austin, Executive Minister
"We wish to congratulate Andy and the band on the most professional and highest quality performance ever to be presented in our town. They were a total outreach to all people of all ages showing and producing a remarkable ability to touch the hearts of not only Christians but also non-believers alike. Our town looks forward to having them again." - Marilyn Dow, Co-ordinator
“Andy’s music is uniquely “Andy”. His own personal touch of originality comes through in both his vocal and musical techniques, capturing not only the listener’s ear, but the heart, as well. It has been my privilege to include Andy’s music and talent in many of our TV programmes and at several of our events.”
- Bruce Mumm, Managing Director/Host
Andy’s music is spirit-led with the message of the Gospel the driving force behind his songs.
Andy and Sharon presented themselves , and their performance, in a completely professional, yet friendly way, which helped make our Celebration Banquet a memorable evening.
- Malcolm B Smith, Executive Director
“The quality of Andy’s song writing exhibits his ability to couple the best of many styles in order to better communicate the message he so strongly believes in. Gone are the stereo typed, tightly-boxed-in genres of individual musical styles – and in comes the eclectic, refreshing sound of a new music culture…from the heart of a man who knows what he has been given and is committed to using it to touch others lives. The world needs and wants more of what Andy has to offer.” - Michael Battersby, Worship Pastor
"I loved every moment of it, and I thought the sound was great, the lighting effects absolutely wonderful and the Supernatural Gospel Choir quite the most joyful group I ever had the privilege to watch". - Dr. Lynley Hewett, South Ward Councillor
Discography
1). Only You (1997)
2). Two's Company (1999)
3). Remember (2006)
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Bio
Andy goes by many titles: Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Husband, Daddy, Speaker, and Friend, however, it’s his title as “Child of the most High God” that motivates Andy to fuse all these together and dedicate his life to one of spreading the Gospel through song and testimony.
Andy’s love for music first began to sprout at the tender age of 5, when he’d sing harmonies in the back of the family car, whilst listening to reruns of ‘Grandma’s Feather Bed’. By age 8, his enthusiasm grew for all things music, as he endeavoured to teach himself guitar. His musical journey had just begun, but he was yet to embark on his walk with the Lord.
Growing up in a Christian family, having to go to church every Sunday morning, and attending an all-boys Christian school, did not automatically make Andy James Court, a Christian. Andy spent most of his early years knowing of God, but not KNOWING God.
In his early 20s, Andy almost lost his life whilst out surfing. He was slammed mercilessly by a massive wave, that not only knocked the air right out of him, but also proceeded to repeatedly suck him underwater, on the “washing machine” ride of his life. In a battle to break to the surface and take a breath, Andy recalls inwardly crying out to God and making a promise, that should he be delivered from the fury of this unrelenting wave, he would dedicate his life to serving God.
An overwhelming burst of fresh air eventually filled Andy’s aching lungs, as he lunged to the surface.
It would, however, take quite a number of years for Andy to recall this promise.
A supernatural encounter with the Living God, took this Perth boy’s life through a complete and radical change, from one of drugs and alcohol, exploring New Age beliefs, and playing in rock bands, to a life dedicated to spreading the message of the Gospel through music. Andy regretted the fact that he’d wasted so many valuable years chasing after worldly things with no eternal value. It wasn’t until he discovered the abundance of God’s Grace, that regret quickly transformed into a hope for the future, and a drive to share his experience with others. “ There were so many times my life could have ended abruptly, from drugs, motocross, car accidents, drowning, and the list goes on, but God had something else in store for me. He now uses my testimony to connect with others who are where I had been. He truly is a God of second chances.”
Three Multi-award winning Gospel albums later, Andy’s passion to tell the world about Jesus continues to burn brighter, as he sings about his journey with Christ during struggles, triumphs, heartache and joy. His musical style blends Contemporary Christian Pop, Black Gospel, Sounds of Africa and Inspirational Worship.
Andy’s ability to connect with audiences on an open and intimate level, his approachable and humorous character, and his message, that flows straight from the heart, help build a bond between him and those who attend his concerts.
Andy has taken his music to churches, schools, prisons, stadiums and festivals, and his concerts and performances have been warmly embraced, touching the lives of thousands.
Andy is also an active partner of Compassion Australia, journeying with them in the work that they do in releasing children from poverty. With a number of sponsor children of their own, Andy and his wife Sharon regularly encourage people to sponsor a child and make a difference.
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