Set In Stone
The Journey of Set In Stone
It was 1982 when Michael met up with Paul for the first time to jam. They hit it off and their adventure began. While they were enjoying a carefree life in the Kern Valley, Kenny was playing guitar in the San Fernando Valley and John was attending Moorpark College. It was this time in John's life that he knew his calling was playing music for the Lord.
In 1984 Michael formed his first christian band called Vision. This was after a three year search for the reasons why his mother was killed by a drunk driver. He was filled with anger and questions about life. It was during this time he learned forgiveness through God.
In 1989 Paul joined up with Michael again in a band called Last Request. This band stayed together for two years playing clubs and major venues. Unfortunately, the drug use destroyed a promising band. From there Paul went to the LA area trying his hand at recording. This is when he met Chester Thompson; the renown drummer probably best recognized as the touring drummer for Genesis. Paul's journey with God began there through Chester's example of his dedication to God.
In 1993 Kenny was sitting in Orange County looking across the room at his guitars and thanked God for his gift to play and knew this was his calling.
Paul and Michael hooked up again in 1994 forming yet another band by the name of Holy Mackerel. The intent of this band was to play only original christian music. One thing led to another and before they knew it they were playing cover tunes along with their originals in the clubs. As you may guess, the original christian music didn't go over very well. Shortly after that Michael left the band and Kenny joined them. Holy Mackerel continued the club scene through 2002 when they took a break. This is when Michael, Paul and Kenny joined up to make a CD and entered some writing contests. As luck has it they were unsuccessful. Holy Mackerel went back to the clubs.
The fall of 2005 Paul was back in touch with Michael urging him to play their originals once again. Paul, Michael and Kenny teamed up to form Set In Stone. A year later John joined up with the band. During this time is when God called them out and inspired them to begin their ministry.
So here they are twenty six years later doing their calling. What a journey and pleasure it has been. Set In Stone hopes their music inspires you and helps guide your walk with God.