MADISON, WI—What do Benedict XVI, Pontius Pilate and rock n' roll have in common? Not much, it would seem at first glance. It turns out, however, that they do all have one thing in common—they are featured in a Madison, WI-based rock band's newest single, due to be released December 8, 2007.
The Song of Benedict will be Oremus' first release since their self-titled debut album in 2006. "We sat down to start planning another album, but out came The Song of Benedict instead," Chris Reitz, the band's guitarist and co-vocalist said.
Oremus is a Catholic Rock band formed by two Catholic brothers, Chris and Tom Reitz. Oremus performs good clean rock music with a Catholic message.
The band was formed in response to Pope John Paul II's call for a “New Evangelization.” Oremus tries to renew and to reclaim the image of modern music as a beautiful and creative art form, rather than as a medium for rebellion or for the culture of death. "Rock" can signify faithfulness to Peter, the Rock. Rock can also refer to building one's house on Rock, not on sand.
Oremus believes that music gives a strong message and the message Oremus sends is one of peace found through prayer and a close relationship with Our Lord. This is a message worth spreading around.
Oremus is a Catholic Rock band formed by two Catholic brothers, Chris and Tom Reitz. Oremus performs good clean rock music with a Catholic message.