Travels from: Vancouver, Washington

Hailing from the northwest is today's Catholic rock band, The Thirsting.  Under the direction of band leader Daniel Oberreuter, The Thirsting began in the spring of 2006. In the winter of 2006/07 The Thirsting recorded their first 3 song EP "No Greater Love."  Recorded live at Crossroads studio in Vancouver, Washington, produced by Greg Cooper, and engineered by Darren Bowls, "No Greater love" packs 3 Catholic gems that display the bands great creativity, skill, and ability to create cutting edge Catholic music that connects with today's Catholic youth. Since their release of "No Greater Love," The Thirsting has quickly caught the attention of many in the Catholic music scene.  With the EP's opening song "In this Sacrament," listeners are immediately hit with pounding rhythms and a soaring melody that sings of the greatness of the sacrament of reconciliation and the need for repentance.  "In this Sacrament" is then followed by "I am not worthy," which borrows as it's refrain, "I am not worthy to receive you Lord, but only say the word and I shall be healed," from the text of the english liturgy of the Roman Rite.  Inspired by Oberreuter's participation in daily mass, "I am not Worthy" reflects on the mystery of the Eucharist and presents a liturgical action in a medium of rock n' roll.  The final track on the EP titled "Ocean of Mercy," highlights the bands diversity by showcasing the piano and Oberreuter's lyrical ability to reflect on God's mercy.  "Ocean of Mercy" may perhaps also be the song the band is most renowned for as the lyrics, which were inspired by the writings of St. Faustina, reflect on the struggle in the human soul to turn back to God and to embrace His mercy. 

Since their release of "No Greater Love"  The Thirsting has managed to play over 25 shows.  Some of their highlights from the road consist of opening for Matt Maher in August of 2006, playing at the Arch Diocese of Seattle junior high youth convention, opening for Hyper Static Union, and playing along side bands like, Leeland, Thousand Foot Krutch, MXPX,  Falling up, and other mega Christian bands at Joshua Fest 07.  The Thirsting is a new breed in rock music and a revolution to Catholic ministry, and will be a band to watch in the coming years that offers a powerful witness of faith for the Catholic Church.

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