In the summer of 1999, five young men combined their talents and with two weeks of garage practices yielded their first live show under the name “Cornerstone.” The name stuck and six years later, and after a few member changes, Cornerstone has completed two CDs, played innumerable concerts, and has a dedicated fan base stretching everywhere in between.
Today, Cornerstone is Five members strong. Jessy Vera, Emily Baughman, Ben Harrell, Chris Ashley, and Jeremy Wayland share one belief that it is their calling to effectively communicate God s love and faithfulness to believers and non-believers alike, without compromising the power and the strength of The Gospel of Jesus Christ. From coffeehouses and clubs to national youth conventions and a tri-state tour, God has used Cornerstone to spread the Gospel to people of all backgrounds, denominations, ages, and beliefs.
Since their beginning, Cornerstone experienced many changes in both music and ministry. When they started out, Cornerstone began their ministry playing for local churches, skating rinks, and various youth events. During this time, Cornerstone struggled with unity and with finding God's calling. Over the years, Cornerstone has developed into a strong group of seven, who have found the focus that comes with God’s calling in their lives. As the members of the group changed, so did the music.
After beginning with a sound that would be considered true ska, Cornerstone’s music eventually evolved into an alternative rock style that blurred the lines between genres. The music is not only rich with talent, but their lyrics force listeners to question conventional wisdom by providing answers found only within a relationship with Jesus Christ. From hard, punchy choruses to sweet, harmony-infused tracks, Cornerstone's sound is truly one-of-a-kind.
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