Biography

Timothy "Rusty" Kines - Lead Vocals

Phil McCarty - Lead Guitar

Jack Mullen - Bass

Scott Conway - Drums/Percussion

Serving1 was the result of the two original members (Phil McCarty & Rusty Kines) turning from the "stereotypical" Rock and Roll lifestyle and giving their lives to Jesus Christ. Phil recalls one evening sitting on a couch wondering what the next step was and how to use his talents for God. The logo came first - originally depicted as the word "Serving" laid on top of the number "1", forming the shape of a cross. At that point “Serving1” was born.

Over the course of several months following the birth of Serving1, Phil and Rusty started writing original music based on their past experiences. They also began to advertise for a bassist and drummer. It was at this point where Scott Conway began seeking another band after his previous band dissolved.  Scott came into contact with the manager at local Christian coffee shop in Gainesville where Phil’s number had been passed along. 

The following day, Scott set up an audition with Phil and Rusty at a potential guitar player’s house. It was here Scott met Phil and Rusty for the first time and a potential bass player named Jack Mullen. Unbeknownst to Jack and Scott, they each were auditioning for the first time. But from the first down beat, Scott recalls “all of the members just clicked.” Over the next several months, potential guitar players didn’t work out and the band is the culmination of what you see today. Four guys who are hungry for Christ. We are energetic, full of boldness and passion, fusing diverse musical styles to create original “God Rock.”

Influences-

Casting Crowns, Jeremy Camp, Third Day, Thousand Foot Crutch, Switchfoot,

Creed, my mom and dad and God Himself.

About Me-

I’m a welder by trade and I’ve been playing music since I was 14, which I owe to

my good friend Phillip, who introduced me to the world of music. I started singing

when I was 15. Mom and I used to sing together to the radio.

I finally realized that I heard God’s calling in my life when I got saved in June of 2007. That same day, Phillip called me and asked if I would like to be in a Christian rock band. I had not seen Phillip in nearly a year, so I was blown away – in my heart, I felt that the phone call was affirmation of God’s call to praise and worship Him though music.

Thanks To-

I give thanks to God for His son Jesus, for the gift of music; for my mom, dad, brother, sister, the rest of my family, and all of my friends; my beautiful wife, Tiffany, my son, Ty, and my daughter, Keighley; everyone whose life I’ve touched and those who have touched mine. I would like to thank Scott, our drummer; Jack, our bassist; and Phillip and Manny, our guitarists for being part of something great.

Q&A

Where were you born and where have you lived?

Warrenton, Va.

Best childhood memory:

Playing youth football.

Hobbies and/or favorite thing(s) to do in your leisure time:

Gaming, paintball, airsoft, movies and spending time with family.

Collect anything?

Video games, gaming systems.

Artist(s) that inspire you the most:

Jeremy Camp and Building 429.

Favorite Movie(s):

Fireproof and Iron Man.

Favorite Book(s):

90 Minutes in Heaven (Don Piper).

Favorite cartoon character:

Bugs Bunny.

Musical Influences-

Everyone from the 60’s through the 80’s.

Thanks To-

I would like to thank God for His blessings. Christ for dying (and more importantly,

resurrecting) for my sins and setting me free. My mother, father, and sister for their

support through the years. I would like to thank my beautiful children for being so

wonderful and always being able to put a smile on my face. Last, but not least, all of

you who have believed in us and supported us in anyway you could. Thank you all!

Favorite Verses-

Proverbs: 7:1-3

Psalm 31, 34, 101

John 10:25-29

John 13:34

Colossians 1:9-14

Q&A

Where were you born and where have you lived?

Leesburg, Va.

Best childhood memory:

My parents would allow my sister and I to open one gift on Christmas Eve. So I chose the largest gift - which was my first guitar!  I can remember spending the night learning "Hang Down Your Head" by Tom Waits.

Most embarrassing moment:

I had just leapt off the drum risers at a show when things became crazy! As I turned in mid-air, the guitar cable became tangled around my legs. As I landed, the momentum carried me right off the back of the stage - taking my guitar stand with me (which was caught in the guitar strap...) I can still remember finishing the song with the stand still stuck to my back!

Artist(s) that inspire you the most:

Jimi Hendricks and The Doors.

Favorite Movie(s):

Looney Tunes and The Shawshank Redemption.

Favorite cartoon character:

Tom and Jerry.

Musical Influences-

I grew up listening to the music of the 60’s and 70’s. My bass playing has been influenced

not only from the bassists of the 60’s and 70’s but also by jazz & jazz/rock style artists –

Abraham Laboriel, Nathan East, and Ray Brown.

Thanks to-

My lord and savior, Jesus Christ, for saving me and restoring my fellowship with the Father.

My wonderful wife Charlo, who has always encouraged me, even when it meant she would

end up sitting home alone. Bernie LaTour and Louie Jean for years of one-on-one mentoring.

Community Christian Fellowship Church, especially Pastor Nick, for the encouragement and

support and allowing us to use the church facilities for practice.

Favorite verses-

Psalm 32:8

Acts 4:29-30

Q&A

Where were you born and where have you lived?

I was born and raised  in New Jersey and I have lived in Virginia for the last 23 years.

Hobbies and/or favorite thing(s) to do in your leisure time:

Outside of music; running and camping

Collect anything?

Moose (not real ones)

Artist(s) that inspire you the most:

Beach Boys.

Favorite artist(s) to see live:

Abraham Laboriel, Bela Fleck.

Favorite Movie(s):

12 Angry men (the original b&w version).

Favorite Book(s):

Safely Home, Blue Like Jazz.

Favorite cartoon character:

Road Runner.

Musical Influences-

Contemporary artists and bands are: Pillar, FireFlight, Skillet, Dycefer Down, Thousand

Foot Crutch. Christ for the Nations (CFNI) and Keith Banks. Going old school; Neil Peart,

David Garibaldi, Herbie Hancock, Brian Culbertson, Boney James, Gustav Holst and

Mussorgsky.

Thanks to-

My lord and savior, Jesus Christ. My completer and help mate Amber. To my family:

Mom and Tim, Dad and Claudia - I love you! Pastor Trayers and FWC (DC), Manny,

Allison, Kevin (at the Daily Grind) and Phil for your belief and support! Steve Giove and

David Vita - thank you for your patience and wisdom!

Favorite verses-

Proverbs 18:21

James 2:23

Q&A

Where were you born and where have you lived?

I was born and raised in the great Buckeye state. Upon leaving the Marine Corps, I've remained in Virginia.

What are you most known for saying?

"If everything that you said were to come to pass, would you speak any differently?"

Collect anything?

Wristbands.

Artist(s) that inspire you the most:

Skillet, FIREFLIGHT, Pillar, Neil Peart and David Garibaldi.

What’s on your ipod playlist?

Pillar, Skillet, Fireflight and CFNI.

Favorite Movie(s):

Quiet Man, Open Season, Elf, The Italian Job, Miracle and Holiday Inn.

Favorite Book(s):

Point Man (Steve Farrar), Flags Of Our Fathers (James Bradley) and The Five Love Languages (Gary Chapman).

Favorite cartoon character:

Twitchy (Hoodwinked)

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