Artist description Common Destiny is a brothers/sister trio consisting of Brad, Kerie, and Jay Phillips. Their tight family harmonies are second-to-none. This band is sure to be one of your favorites. Brad, a recent graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, TN, has been involved in music in one way or another just about his whole life. He traveled with his Dad's Southern Gospel Quartet all around the Southeast since about the age of six. At age 12, Brad decided to take up the guitar. Since then, there s been no looking back. Brad started out playing guitar for the same Quartet his father started almost fifteen years ago, The Regals. While in college, Brad went on to share the stage with such people as Brad Paisley, Marty Stuart, and Leann Womack, plus he has had the privilege of performing at such venues as the Ryman Auditorium as well as the Bluebird Cafe. Brad, age 23, is now married and recently became a father on November 22, 2000. At the age of five, Kerie began entering beauty contests as well as various talent contests, and even at that age it wasn't hard to see the wonderful talents that she possesses. While in High School, Kerie was chosen to be part of the South Carolina All-State Choir, not once, but twice. Kerie, age 20, is now entering her final year at North Greenville College in Tigerville, SC. She is actively involved in the BSU as well as a hectic traveling schedule with the Joyful Sound ensemble. Lord willing, Kerie will graduate from North Greenville in December 2001. It doesn't take long to figure out where all the energy in the family went. Jay started beating on pots and pans that were set up like a drum kit when he was about three years old. He hasn't stopped since! Jay, now 16, has a real drum kit to play and can play quite well. He is currently a sophomore at Woodruff High School where he is avidly involved in Football, Tennis, FCA, Chorus, and many other activities around the school and community. Jay is a leader in his church youth group and an example of Christ to his peers and all that meet him. Not to mention he's a pretty good singer as well. Common Destiny has a desire to reach people through their heartfelt songs and God-given vocal abilities. Ecclesiates 9 : 2 says, “We all share a common destiny,” and Brad, Kerie, and Jay want to help make sure that all those they come in contact with reach the destiny God has in store for them.

Music Style Southern Gospel/Contemporary Christian

Musical Influences The Martins,Steven Curtis Chapman,The Eagles

Artist History Discography -First album self-titled "Common Destiny" to be released in June 2001 Airplay -Single "Throw Your Stones Away"- Is being released to radio in 2001 -Featured on World Wide Southern Gospel: "Best You've Never Heard" segment with host Brandon Porter -"Ready to See" Top 5 on MP3.com Christian Country Charts -"Throw Your Stones Away" Top 10 on MP3.com Christian Easy Listening Charts Appearances -Spring Fling – Spartanburg, SC -Belmont University – Nashville, TN -Annual Victim's Day of Prayer Special Guests

Group Members Brad Phillips-Vocals/Guitars Kerie Phillips-Vocals Jay Phillips-Vocals/Percussion

Albums Common Destiny

Press Reviews Hometown News Gospel Music Profiles Magazine

Location Woodruff, SC - USA

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