Hailing from central Missouri, Inner Flame's hybrid mix of 70's era hard rock, southern rock, and Texas blues has been favorably received by all age groups and musical tastes. People who enjoy classic rock and blues will find the band's music to be especially enjoyable. The band ministers for well over 100 worship events per year and is accustomed to performing for both religious and secular events. Inner Flame also has the task of leading worship each week for over 1,000 of 3rd Brigade's basic training soldiers stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

The name for the group was derived from Jeremiah 20:9 where the prophet Jeremiah states, "But if I say, 'I will not mention Him or speak any more in His name,' His word is in my heart like a fire, a fire shut up in my bones.

I am weary of holding it in; indeed, I cannot." This "inner flame" is within each member of the band and they're highly driven to minister anywhere, anytime, and to anyone.

Inner Flame's mission is not to preach, but to reach. This approach has opened the door to seeing hundreds of people come to the Lord or rededicate their lives to Him. While they strive to be a boisterous blues/rock band, their main intent is to bring people together through music and provide an atmosphere where people feel comfortable enough to meet with God in a way they never have before. The band knows that "entertainment" doesn't change lives, but a real and lasting relationship with Jesus Christ does.

Booking and contact information:

Wayne Bates
band@innerflameonline.com
(573) 528-2551