Michael O'Brien in Concert

For the first time, award-winning singer/songwriter and recording artist - Michael O'Brien - is coming to the Music Factory! Michael O’Brien is now celebrating 32 years in full time ministry. In the early 1990’s he signed a record deal with Benson Records and garnered five top five (5) singles and three (3) number one singles on the radio, including, “If Ever I Forget,” “Nothin’s Gonna Turn Me Around,” and “What Held You on the Cross.” He then joined the group, Newsong, in 1999 and had another five (5) number one singles. Those included “Red Letter Day,” “Rescue,” “Psalm 40,” and “Before the Day.” Perhaps he is most recognized for singing the popular wedding song duet with Natalie Grant, with a song he co-wrote with Eddie Carswell, called “When God made you.” Since his departure from Newsong in 2006, Michael has had the privilege of leading God’s people in worship all over the country. He works alongside several ministries, including Answers in Genesis, The Billy Graham Ministries at the COVE, FCA and Inspiration Cruises. He has been married to his wife Heidi for 37 years and has 4 children, 6 grandchildren and 2 on the way. Seating is general admission and the doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $35.00 in advance and $45.00 at the door. Concessions, Mr. Chipper's fresh-baked cookies and merchandise will be for sale during the concert. The Music Factory is on the 2nd floor of the WWI era Old Milk Factory on the Rum River in Anoka which is a non-wheelchair accessible building and there are some stairs to climb.