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Apologetix plays at Manton Middle School gym

October 30, 2007 – 12:22 pm

Apologetix , a Christian parody band, plays at Manton Middle School gym Sunday at 6:30 p.m.

“They take popular music — classics like The Beatles, Kiss or even Green Day — and change the lyrics and put in biblical references,” said David Johnson of Manton, who has driven Apologetix’s tour bus. “They’re basically like Weird Al with biblical lyrics.”

With lots of stage energy, lights and smoke, Johnson summed up the performance as, “it’s a smoking, light, rock show.”

“It’s a lot of fun — they’re a lot of fun to watch,” added Johnson, who has been a fan since his first show seven years ago.

Apologetix decided to play a concert in Manton after Johnson, who the band refers to as “Super Dave,” asked them to do a show in Northern Michigan.

“They’re happy to take their concert anywhere they want to have someone who wants to come,” he said. “Seeing me and my family was an added bonus for them.”

Johnson hopes people will come out and enjoy the band’s music.

“Everywhere they go, people love them,” he said.

The band recently had their 1,000th concert, and this is the 15th year they have played together. Apologetix also just released their 14th album.

The cost is $10 per person for pre-show tickets, and $15 at the door. After the show’s expenses are paid, the band will donate proceeds to Manton Free Methodist and Seeds of Faith. Stick around after the show to meet the band and get autographs.

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About the concert

What: Apologetix plays concert

When: Sunday; doors open at 6 p.m.; band plays from 6:30 until about 8:30 p.m.

Where: Fifth Street Gym (Manton Middle School gym)

Cost: $10 per person until doors open, or $15 at the door

Buy pre-sale tickets: online at www.apologetix.com or call David Johnson at 920-9153

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