Born into a family with a rich musical heritage Chris Ulery discovered his passion for music at an early age. By the time he was 12 years old he had already joined his church's worship team, and by the time he was a young teenager had won multiple contests and awards for his musical abilities. After gigging all through high school Chris moved to Nashville, TN and enrolled in a three month extensive training course for musicians seeking to enter the Christian music industry. After completing the course Chris began his first full-time gig as a drummer for the then new radio band called NewFire. As NewFire began to tour with other nationally recognized artists and groups doors quickly began to open for Chris in the music industry.
Then in 2009, Chris Ulery set sail with the chart-topping, Dove Award winning music group FFH (Far From Home) as their bassist. The band has sold over 2 million albums and garnered eight no. 1 hits, multiple Dove awards, a Billboard Music Award nomination, placement in national ad campaigns for Coca Cola and IBM, and 15 top 20 hits. Most importantly, FFH saw over 14,000 confirmed salvations in their concerts, which often featured a time of worship. During his years with the band, Chris Ulery traveled coast to coast performing live for audiences of thousands, as well as performing live on radio, and on numerous national and international Christian television networks.
Since his time touring for CCM artists FFH and Newfire, Chris Ulery has gone on to perform with other nationally recognized artists (you can see a full list in the tabs below) sometimes leading worship for large internationally televised events with well-known speakers and leaders, and other times for a handful of people in a local congregation. Whether it is dozens or thousands the goal is always the same: to put a smile on the face of the lover of our soul and to experience a deep connection with Him through worship. Today Chris owns his own music production company called Zion Beatz and continues to serve on his home church's worship team at Victory Church in Tulsa, OK. If you are interested in bringing Chris and his team to lead worship for your event please fill out the ministry request form on this page.
Worship Ministry
A heart of worship
Born into a family with a rich musical heritage Chris Ulery discovered his passion for music at an early age. By the time he was 12 years old he had already joined his church's worship team, and by the time he was a young teenager had won multiple contests and awards for his musical abilities. After gigging all through high school Chris moved to Nashville, TN and enrolled in a three month extensive training course for musicians seeking to enter the Christian music industry. After completing the course Chris began his first full-time gig as a drummer for the then new radio band called NewFire. As NewFire began to tour with other nationally recognized artists and groups doors quickly began to open for Chris in the music industry.
Then in 2009, Chris Ulery set sail with the chart-topping, Dove Award winning music group FFH (Far From Home) as their bassist. The band has sold over 2 million albums and garnered eight no. 1 hits, multiple Dove awards, a Billboard Music Award nomination, placement in national ad campaigns for Coca Cola and IBM, and 15 top 20 hits. Most importantly, FFH saw over 14,000 confirmed salvations in their concerts, which often featured a time of worship. During his years with the band, Chris Ulery traveled coast to coast performing live for audiences of thousands, as well as performing live on radio, and on numerous national and international Christian television networks.
Since his time touring for CCM artists FFH and Newfire, Chris Ulery has gone on to perform with other nationally recognized artists (you can see a full list in the tabs below) sometimes leading worship for large internationally televised events with well-known speakers and leaders, and other times for a handful of people in a local congregation. Whether it is dozens or thousands the goal is always the same: to put a smile on the face of the lover of our soul and to experience a deep connection with Him through worship. Today Chris owns his own music production company called Zion Beatz and continues to serve on his home church's worship team at Victory Church in Tulsa, OK. If you are interested in bringing Chris and his team to lead worship for your event please fill out the ministry request form on this page.
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Touring
Headlining act (with FFH) on the "Wide Open Spaces Tour."
Headlining act (with Dara Maclean) for summer event "On the Lawn" in Tulsa, OK
Opening act (with NewFire) on the "Food For The Hungry Summer Block Party" tour with 33 Miles, Aaron Shust, Pocket Full of Rocks, and Among the Thirsty.
Opening act (with NewFire) on the "Worth Fighting For Tour" with Warren Barfield and Ronnie Freeman.
Opening act (with 3D Band) for summer event "On the Lawn" with Shonlock.
Shared the stage with Francesca Battistelli, Building 429, Mark Harris, John Waller, Salvador, The Katinas, Chris Sligh, Natalie Grant, Jon Foreman and more -with FFH 2009-2010.
Opening act (with TG Bush) for the "History 101 Tour" date with Matthew West, Shawn McDonald, and Paul Wright on the Arkansas State Fair main stage.
Headlining act (B1 Band) for "Big Splash" summer event at Wild River Country water park with P.O.D and Living Sacrifice guitarist Jason Truby and Troma.
Opening act (with NewFire) for '08 Extraordinary Youth Convention with By The Tree.
Worship leader at Fusion '08 Youth Conference.
Worship Leader for "The Burn 24/7".
Band director for Epiphany Student Ministries 2003 - 2008.
TV/Radio/Print
Performance on JCTV's (TBN) "1 Music Village."
Performance on the "WGN Moring Show."
Performance on Lesea Broadcasting's flagship show "The harvest Show."
Performance on Daystar's "Word Explosion Special Event."
Performance on American Family Radio at a AFA/AFR head quarters.
Performance on multiple Dove-Award winning station KXOJ.
Performance on The Shine FM.
Partnered with Zawmar Drumsticks for "Chris Ulery Signature" model ds.
Performance and interview on B98.5
Co-wrote "Gracie" that won 2nd place in a contest that aired on BET.
Performance on Christian music video show "30 CC."
Scored and performed original music for numerous tv promotions.
Performance on KCWN.
Top Story in Quad City Times
Feature spot on WQAD Channel 8
Article in Riding South Magazine
Performance and interview on KATV's "Good Morning Arkansas."
Studio Work
The Sound Kitchen's "Big Boy Studio" in Franklin, TN
SoundScapes Studio in Little Rock, AR
Drapp Studios in Tulsa, Ok
Balding Studios in Nashville, TN
Big Red Barn Studios in Sand Springs, OK
ZionBeatz Studios in Tulsa, OK
Endorsements
Risen Drums
Zawmar Drumsticks
Moriah Guitars and Basses
Videos & photos of Chris Ulery in concert:
Ministry Request
Testimonials
“Chris Ulery is an amazing man of God. His heart for people to experience the love of God is evident in his lifestyle and words. He carries a passion to serve the body of Christ that is undeniable and a humility in his approach that attracts people to want to hear what God is speaking through him. He has served at our church for over 7 years now and I fully support his decision to travel out and minister across the nation.”
Chris Ulery sharing at Victory Church’s 3D young adults service with Pastor Paul DaughertyChris Ulery sharing with Pastor Paul Daugherty
Paul Daugherty Senior Pastor/Victory Christian Center
“It is an honor to recommend such a faithful and powerful young man as Chris Ulery. Chris graduated from the first Thunder School we hosted here in Nashville, TN. Even back then I remember a special passion and honesty on his life that was both uncommon and inspiring. Since those days Chris has gone on to minister faithfully through music extensively across America. Chris is a gifted communicator who can speak effectively to both young and old. I highly recommend Chris to your church or organization as he is a man of humility and integrity. He also packs a powerful punch that will knock out the lurking darkness and usher in the liberating light of purity. The message Chris carries is imperative for the church of today that is facing new Challenges that Chris eloquently and courageously addresses. Wherever he goes he carries with him a pure life revolution!”
Scott Macleod Founder: Provision International/Harvest Sound/Thunderschool
For several years Chris Ulery led our weekly outreach team into our community to make a significant difference. Under Chris’ leadership, hundreds of people were empowered to preach the gospel, pray for the sick, and meet practical needs; Chris has an innate leadership gift and exemplifies a heart of Christ like compassion to those around him.
Mark Kresge Next Generation Pastor/Victory Church
“I met Chris Ulery when he was playing with the band that was opening up for mine. Not long after that we needed someone to play bass for us and I asked Chris to step in. I was astounded by his preparation. As we worked together over the next year Chris did everything we asked him to do without question, sometimes even without us asking. We built a relationship based on mutual respect. Chris was never unprepared, his expectations of our traveling situations were never too high, and he always made himself available for whatever the situation called for. As you begin your relationship with Chris I expect that you’ll find him warm, quiet, and undemanding. Characteristics that seem to becoming more rare these days”
Jeromy Deibler Frontman/FFH (Far From Home)
“Chris Ulery is a friend of God. He has been given a revelation and a voice to communicate God’s passionate desire for intimacy with His children. He couples this with an understanding that such a relationship only grows in the soil of love, purity and humility. I’ve watched over the years as Chris’ passion for God has produced the fruit of holiness in his own life and flowed over as a beautiful influence in the lives of others. Chris deeply loves the body of Christ and is a dedicated student of God’s word. He has a message that restores the broken, challenges the complacent, and fuels the believer to be sold out for the Lord. Chris’ talent as a musician and worship leader is striking, and if you look deeply, you will find the key; he possesses the heart of a true worshipper. Chris is a encouragement to my own heart as I pray to see a generation rise up and live lives of eternal significance, with both feet firmly planted in the Kingdom of God.”
Tracy Shelton Senior Pastor/Living Stone Fellowship
