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Two Christian bands performing at PTC amphitheater next week

Local band "linger" is opening for contemporary Christian

band "Third Day" Aug. 21 in an 8 p.m. outdoor concert at the

Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater in Peach-tree City.

"linger" has played for numerous churches and religious

organizations in Fayette County. Band members Cregg Gibson, Joel

Walker, Ben Bishop and Matt Schwartz are from Henry and Clayton

counties. They have shared the bill with such notable Christian groups as

"According to John," "Seven Day Jesus" and "Big Tent Revival."

The name "linger" comes from Habbakuk 2:3: " For the

revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove

false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not

prove false." Gibson says the Scripture summarizes the band's goal to

reach as many people as they can through their music, because they know

that God is coming back and they need to do all they can.

Third Day is preparing for the release of its second album,

"Conspiracy No. 5." The Atlanta band also has had a top-30 rock radio

hit. Lead vocalist Mac Powell says the new songs encourage listeners

to "search and dig deeper into the lyrics of our songs ... we don't

want our faith to be a hidden thing."

Tickets for the concert are all general admission: $15

advance, $18 day of show, and $12.50 for groups of 10 or more (advance

purchase only). Call the amphitheater at 770-631-0630 for more

information.

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