About

We are a group of sold-out-for-Jesus worshippers, hungry for fresh revelation, and hungry to give glory to His holy name. We have an eclectic sound and mix of personalities, but with one heart and one Kingdom purpose. Our worship is colorful, passionate, raw, and honest. We write songs that speak to the kind of fires and rebirth we've gone through, and the daily ebb and flow of getting through each day, keeping our eyes focused upward. Hopefully those songs will also tell a common story, and speak life into those who are going through the same thing.

We're available to minister in worship for festivals, cafes and open mics, conferences, and even for your Sunday morning church service. Our heart is to go to the hungry, and to remain hungry. Scott and Nicki are also available to minister through soaking as a team, or individually (Men's or Woman's Ministry Retreats, for example).

What you see is what you get with Ariel Rising. We're not here to put on a show or give a performance. We just want to dig in and get real, and give away Daddy's love.

Our band members include:
The Holy Spirit
Scott DePrefontaine, keys, lead vocals, songwriter
Nicki Black, lead vocals, songwriter
Gordy Saddlemire, bass
Isaac Perez, congas
Tripp Black, sound engineer
Mike Schabel, (backup) drums