Special Event at Disney's Hollywood Studios Theme Park

In over 27 years, the Night of Joy Contemporary Christian music event has played to a combined audience of over a million people.
Night of Joy 2009 Performers
At the Night of Joy at Disney's Hollywood Studios™ theme park in Florida, you can hear live performances of some of today's top bands in contemporary Christian rock, pop and gospel on September 11-12, 2009 from 7:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. each night! Check out the band lineup for both days. Note that some bands are performing both nights! Entertainment subject to change.
Friday, September 11, 2009

Chris Tomlin
Genre: Christian Adult Contemporary
Raise your hands with Chris Tomlin! Awarded Male Vocalist at the 2006, 2007 and 2008 Gospel Music Awards, as well as the 2009 Dove Award Winner of Best Contemporary Gospel Recorded Song, Chris Tomlin is one of Contemporary Christian Music's best loved performers. Come hear his selections from his new album and other favorites.
Chris Tomlin Official Website

P.O.D.
Genre: Christian Rock
Thrash to the sharp riffs and powerful rhymes of Payable On Death as they rock the Rock. Join lead singer Sonny Sandoval, drummer Wuv Bernardo, guitarist Marcos Curiel and bassist Traa Daniels as their nu metal shines with old and new hits.
P.O.D Official Website

newsboys
Genre: Christian Pop
Dance to the beats of the band that's got a message to deliver! With catchy electronic melodies and inspirational lyrics, the newsboys bring a selection of songs infused with hope and love. Don't miss this energetic performance from a staple of Contemporary Christian Music.
newsboys Official Website

Kutless
Genre: Christian Alternative Rock
Let the Spirit carry you away on the melodic waves and driving currents of Kutless! Hear Jon Micah Sumrall and the rest of the band as they perform some of the best in Christian alternative rock. Know that you're alive as you sing along with this Christ-centered quintet.
Kutless Official Website

NeedtoBreathe
Genre: Christian Rock
Hear these sons of a preacher man rock the flock when they play their skyscraping, heartfelt music with a southern vibe. These 2009 Dove Award Winners of the Best Rock/Contemporary bring you down-home lyrics in heart-felt songs that take your breath away.
NeedtoBreathe Official Website

Leeland
Genre: Christian Progressive Rock
Soaring melodies and scintillating guitars are the signature sounds of this Grammy Award-nominated band. Named after the lead singer, this Texas-bred quintet brings prayerful power to a selection of songs from their first two albums.
Leeland Official Website

Superchick
Genre: Christian Rock
Sister chicks Tricia and Melissa Brock bring their electropunk mash-up of slashing guitars, pulsing keyboards and grit-pop vocals to the stage as they rock what they got. Join the battle cry as Superchick rallies the troops to take a stand.
Superchick Official Website

Francesca Battistelli
Genre: Christian Pop
Blending R&B, jazz, rock and gospel, Francesca's buoyant songs will bring you to your feet! This young artist hails from New York but her Nashville residence has honed her incredible accessibility and musicality, delivering a message of truth and purpose.
Francesca Battistelli Official Website
Saturday, September 12, 2009

MercyMe
Genre: Christian Rock
The rich vocals of Bart Millard bring listeners to their knees in these rock anthems that have gone double platinum. The melodies of MercyMe celebrate the Spirit with worshipful ballads and edgy riffs that triumph with tales of the Lord's love.
MercyMe Official Website

Flyleaf
Genre: Christian Rock
Hopeful, haunting, spirited—this is Flyleaf. Experience the driving chords and choruses of one of Christian rock's most infectious musical groups. Turning turmoil into truth, Flyleaf carries a big sound that brings it back to where it matters.
Flyleaf Official Website

Skillet
Genre: Christian Hard Rock
The classic rock riffs, swirling drums, monstrous hooks and catchy choruses of Skillet charge forward with hope. Skillet's music has such a cool blend of influences that there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Skillet Official Website

Jars of Clay
Genre: Christian Alternative Rock
This Grammy Award-winning band's catchy refrains and electronic strains explode with the brilliance of both faith and forthrightness. Get carried away with the swelling calls to reach out and up as you hear both old favorites and new selections from Good Monsters.
Jars of Clay Official Website

Family Force 5
Genre: Christian Alternative Rock
With tongue planted firmly in cheek, Family Force 5 gets the party started as they escort audiences to an alternate reality. With funky rhythms, percolating club grooves and undeniably infections hooks, the Atlanta-based five-some delivers dance floor dynamite!
Family Force 5 Official Website

GRITS
Genre: Christian Hip Hop
GRITS stays true to its culture and calling with faith-fueled hip hop that's both timeless and classic. Singing from southern hearts, band members Bonafide and Coffee heat up the dance floors as they rap for the Rock.
GRITS Official MySpace Page

Mandisa
Genre: Christian Contemporary Gospel
Mandisa shot to stardom on American Idol in 2006 and has since gone on to win both Grammy and Dove Awards, performing with such musical greats as Gladys Knight. See how she's on fire with her winning smile and powerhouse vocals.
Mandisa Official Website

Revive
Genre: Christian Rock
Join the transatlantic revival in the refreshing lyrics of this joyful band whose members originally hail from Sydney, Australia. Since 2004, the band's been busy winning Australian Music Awards for their aggressive rock sound with a lively pop sensibility.
Revive Official Website
Friday & Saturday, September 11 & 12th, 2009

Abandon
Genre: Christian Rock
Feel the electricity flow through the spirited songs of this Texas band as their lyrics take you on a journey from danger to hope. Ranking among the "Best New Artists of 2008" by ChristianityToday.com, Abandon brings a fresh voice to God pop.
Abandon Official Website

Above the Golden State
Genre: Christian Rock
Lush, moving and wildly infectious, there is something beyond the ordinary surrounding the songs of this Oregon-based band. With equal emphasis on the personal and the scriptural, the songs of Above the Golden State soar.
Above The Golden State Official Website

Josh Wilson
Genre: Christian Rock
Infused with wit and vulnerability, the songs of Josh Wilson blossom with delightful melodies and compelling lyrical imagery. Fitting big ideas into a little song can be complicated, he says, but that's exactly what he delivers.
Josh Wilson Official Website