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About The James Rainey Trio

The James Rainey Trio is a national singing group that was formed in 2009. With their humble beginnings, from the small town of Gallipolis, Ohio, the trio started out on a journey that would just continue to grow. Original members were James, his wife Laura, and Randy Shafer. Their very first CD together was A Country Christmas, Swan Creek Valley Style. The trio began to see God move in a mighty way in their services and knew this is where and what God would have them do. 

They would use a wonderful pastor and man of God to sing bass when he was available to do so, Pastor Rick Towe, from New Life Church of God. Rick sung on their first national release with the the Raineys entitled, "Gettin' Ready Today." 

The group has since relocated to Swansea, Illinois, where James and Laura serve as worship ministers at Christ United Church of Christ in Belleville, Illinois, along side Pastors Jon and Lisa Tinge. James and Laura are joined by the multi-talented Berdella McGrew of Flora, Illinois. The group keeps a very busy schedule doing church services, revivals, recreational festivals, and more. They have recorded over 8 CD projects, their newest being, "Higher Ground.”

James owns a full-time recording studio, Declaration 212 Productions, and produces many gospel artists, as well as, The Rainey's projects. James also keeps a busy schedule playing for the nationally known solo artist, Jonathan Wilburn. He appears at NQC, Dollywood, Silver Dollar City, The Branson Belle, and many more events across the country. As you can see, they keep a very busy schedule, but always have time for everyone and anyone. No church is too small, and no event too big for the Raineys to come and be a part of. 

James has been involved in full-time gospel music since her was 14 years-old. He has traveled with the following groups: The Gospel Harmony Boys, The Plainsmen Quartet, The Dalton Gang, The Hoppers, The Greenes, The Singing Americans, Wendy Bagwell & the Sunlighters, The Trailblazers, Crimson River, The Blackwood Quartet, and The Stamps Quartet. He has also appeared on TBN, TNN, Fox News, Good Morning America, Farm Aid with Willie Nelson, The PTL Club, 3ABN, TCT, and tons of local stations. He has co-produced the national release, "Heartbeat," "Jesus Hold My Hand," "The Writer," and co-wrote the national hit, "Angels on Board" with the Singing Americans. He is known for his instrumental work across the country, but is nationally known for the kid's song, "God Can Use Me."

Call today to book The James Rainey Trio at your next event, or to inquire about recording services. 

(Now booking dates for 2020 and 2021)

James Rainey: (304)421-1278