Hailing from the small southern town of Lawrenceburg, KY, get ready for one of the top Christian acts to hit the radar.! Poor Man’s Riches is making some waves across the music scene and it isn’t without reason. What started in the Fall of 1999 has found itself a tremendous balance between kickin’ Christian rock and a dynamic message guaranteed to stir your soul!
PMR isn’t just another Christian rock band. Rather, their music, their commanding stage presence and their driving licks only make up part of what this band has to offer. On top of being an incredibly energetic act, PMR cuts through the dross of life to offer a message of hope, of grace and of faith in Jesus Christ. They realize the need to connect with a generation that is starving for fulfillment in life and they want to give them the answer. Music is the mode. Jesus is the message.!
Poor Man’s Riches has had an incredible year showing that much more is in store. Check out some awesome facts:
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PMR was named the GMA Nashville Regional Spotlight Band of 2003.
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PMR’s single ‘Motions’ hit #16 on R&R’s Christian Rock Chart in 2003 while still independent. It kept a place in the Top 30 for 12weeks! Incredible for an indie band.!
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PMR was selected for the Fundamentals of Rock tour with Disciple and Staple in 2004.
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PMR was selected as one of Christianity Today’s ”10 Independent Artist’s You Should Know” in 2003.
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PMR’s 2003 self titled album was produced by Dove Award winning producer Barry Blair.
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PMR has played along with artists such as Third Day, Toby Mac, Audio Adrenaline, Blindside, Jeremy Camp, and many more.
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PMR recently signed a recording contract with Word of Mouth Records out of New York.
Listen to some other industry staffers’ feedback on PMR:
“Absolutely rockin…..! Great connection with the crowd!” Dan Keen, Assistant Vice President, ASCAP
”Tight band with tons of good energy!” John Mays, AGMA Chairman, A&R Creative Workshop
“Definitely look and perform like the real deal!” Mark Guynn, William Morris Agency
In the end, PMR isn’t just about the music. To the contrary, they’re all about Jesus. If you’re looking for an act that can rock BUT knows who deserves the credit, then Poor Man’s Riches is the band for you.!
“Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way…poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything.” 2Corinthians 6:4,10
