Though there is no official start date for this electric band of inspirational artists, Michelle Lang & Still Water originally formed in the spring of 2000 and launched their first CD with a dynamically produced show in September of that same year. What started as a "one time...just outside of town" gig turned into a rapid-fire series of spectacular, new & fresh performances throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationally. Michelle Lang & Still Water is a collection of singers, musicians, dancers and actors based out of Seattle, Washington. The members come from varying backgrounds, cultures and denominations but all share a commitment to God, the gospel of Christ and to excellence in performance ministry. The name "Still Water" stems from the philosophy that just as water can be presented in a variety of forms (solid, liquid, gas) so can the gospel message (song, dance, drama, spoken word). Neither losing it's original content or intent. - MLSW have two signature qualities -(1) Their highly orchestrated shows that captivate and draw the hearts and minds of a crowd in and; (2) Their propensity to "stop the show" and intimately minister to the spirit and heart of the audience. The music of MLSW is a contemporary blend of R&B, Hip-Hop Soul wrapped around a sound Gospel message. They give captivating performance shows as well as lead energetic and inspiring praise & worship with small or large groups. They've performed to a vast array of audiences from Beal Street (Memphis, TN) to the Bumbershoot Festival (Seattle, WA). From Youth Conventions to Youth Detentions, they win audiences over with a sound that is "spanking new" but with an "old heart." Michelle Lang is originally from Laurel, Mississippi and now resides in Seattle, Washington where she devotes much of her time to working with youth and churches through the World Vision program - Vision Youth. She has an extensive background in the Performing Arts, Urban Youth Work and Christian Community Developement. She travels often to do seminars, workshops and conferences and admits that "leading urban praise & worship at youth camps and conferences is one of [her] most favorite parts of being in ministry." Michelle has been described as "down to earth," "passionate," "focused," "honest," "intelligent," "fun," and "witty." This acclaimed and sought-out Writer, Producer and Director considers "friend" and "Christian", to be her greatest titles.