Encouraged by friends and family, May of 2005 saw the release of Jeremiah's first major album, recorded in his college dorm room and a friend's duplex. The album, despite Jeremiah's full-time schooling and wedding planning, sold over 400 copies the first year it was available.
In January of 2007, Jeremiah met audio engineer and producer Lendell Black. Lendell has been involved in countless projects, leads worship at several churches, and composes music for television, including the Oprah Winfrey show. Jeremiah and Lendell are currently recording “The Sun Still Rises”, set to release in early 2008. This album, recorded at Imagine Studios, also features Matt Outlaw (who has worked with Evanesence) on percussion.
Jeremiah's music draws from many influences--including jazz, rock, classical, bluegrass, pop, and folk, a testament to the diversity of styles he admires. Concerts consist primarily of self-written songs from his extensive (50+) catalog, and if appropriate, a worship set. Jeremiah is available to play at your venue, and is eager to partner together in ministry, which may be requested on the contact page.
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"Jeremiah is a young musician who has skill and ability that surpass his age.
His unique style on the guitar combined with creative lyrics and spiritual depth will speak to
those initially discovering a new spiritual journey and those whove been traveling for some time."
-Bill Shereos, Senior Pastor, First Free of Chicago.
"Jeremiah's music is a food for the soul - as a Psalmist of the modern day
he has the ability to communicate the truth of the Word in a very personal
way. His guitar playing has a signature style unique to his personal
expression full of color and percussive rhythms as if playing several
instruments at once."
-Dr. Michael Sust
"The first thing you'll notice is Jeremiah's unique ability to make his
guitar come alive, but it's his lyrics and melodies that will capture you as
he sings of the greatness of God. As you listen, you'll find yourself
focusing on the Lord, absorbing truth, and affirming the awesome presence of
God's Holy Spirit in worship. Jeremiah's music has a strong appeal to
worshippers of all ages."
-Reece Watson, Pastor of Worship & Music, First Baptist Church of Siloam Springs, AR
"Jeremiah Rich combines the creative acoustic stylings of a seasoned guitarist with touching and emotional lyrics straight from his heart."
-Bryan Johns, Asst. Program Director, 101.1 KLRC FM
"Skillful musicianship coupled with thoughtful lyrical poetry, Jeremiah Rich captivates audiences and breathes new life into today's music!...a modern psalmist."
-Jason Sarino, Worship Leader, Riverside Community Church of St. Louis, MO
"Jeremiah Rich is an extremely talented young man who has ministered in our
church on two occasions. He is a gifted musician and songwriter. His
lyrics reflect a relationship with God that is intimate and growing. He
inspired us and led us to worship God in a powerful way."
-Steve Abbott, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church of Siloam Springs, AR
