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Third Day

Marietta, GA

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gospel Popularity: 57 Established Division

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Region: Piedmont Conference: Southeast Regional Rank: #281

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Did You Know

  • • Third Day formed in Marietta, Georgia, after Mac Powell and Mark Lee met at a youth camp.
  • • Their self-titled debut album in 1996 sold over 300,000 copies, launching their national career.
  • • Third Day's sound blended southern rock influences with contemporary Christian themes.
  • • The song "Consuming Fire" became a staple on Christian radio, boosting their early popularity.
  • • In 2000, they toured with secular rock band Skillet, broadening their audience.
  • • "Cry Out to Jesus" crossed over to mainstream charts after 9/11, offering comfort.
  • • They won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album in 2005 for "Wire".
  • • Third Day collaborated with artists like Lacey Sturm and Natalie Grant throughout their career.
  • • They were inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2009, honoring their local impact.
  • • Third Day officially disbanded in 2018 after a farewell tour, leaving a legacy of faith-based rock.
  • • Third Day's roots began at a Six Flags in Atlanta, where members first played together.
  • • The band hails from Marietta, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, shaping their Southern rock sound.
  • • Their self-titled debut album went gold, defying expectations for a Christian rock band.
  • • Mac Powell originally intended to be a journalist before Third Day's success.
  • • Third Day blended Christian themes with Southern rock, influencing a generation of artists.
  • • They collaborated with artists like Lacey Sturm of Flyleaf, expanding their fanbase.
  • • "Consuming Fire" remains a fan favorite, known for its powerful vocals and message.
  • • Third Day's music provided solace and hope during the 9/11 attacks, resonating deeply.
  • • They won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album, solidifying their critical acclaim.
  • • Third Day's legacy is defined by their authentic faith and Southern rock-infused worship music.

Locations in Lyrics

0 location references across 12 songs

Songs & Places

Born In Bethlehem
Bethlehem, PA
"Is born in Bethlehem"
God of Wonders
I Need a Miracle
King of Glory
Love Song
Jerusalem
Revival
Show Me Your Glory
These Thousand Hills
Jerusalem
Thief
Jerusalem
You Are So Good to Me
Your Love Oh Lord
Your Words

Rivers & Roads in Song Nearby

Chattahoochee River 5 Interstate 20 10

Connected Places

Marietta, GA
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