The Ascensions are based out of St. Stephen,
New Brunswick and are dedicated to carrying on the
legacy of Southern Gospel Music in the Maritimes.
That legacy was kept alive and thriving, thanks to the
undying dedication of Bill Lapointe and his group, The
Gospelaires, who travelled, recorded and promoted
that style of music here in Atlantic Canada. With spring
and fall concerts, Bill featured some of the top groups,
that, The Ascensions have seen and loved over the
years.
The Ascensions have eight albums to their credit,
including their latest, “No Greater Love", which
promises to be their best to date.
Their exceptional new lead singer, Devin Cook, has
been warmly received by all Ascensions fans. He has quickly added new fans who appreciate his “smooth sound”, coming from a heart of love and worship for God.
With his low bass notes, Burrell Cross, has been an exciting new addition to the group, giving a new dimension to the former trio.
In 2002, they received a “Mercy Award” for “Artist of the Year” from The New Brunswick Gospel Music Hall of Fame and in 2004, received another “Mercy Award” for “Southern Gospel Group” of the year. The Ascensions are members of “The East Coast Music Association,” and in 2005, received a nomination for “Gospel Recording of the Year”. This Year The Ascensions won the ECMA’s "Gospel Recording of the Year for 2010, for their latest release, ”No Greater Love”! Their music not only uplifts the spirit and makes you feel good, but its message can change your life!!
Lance Matheson, (group founder) and the Tenor/Lead, is an accomplished musician, Song writer, and Sound Technichian. He is also an active member in his own church, playing
Bass Guitar, Singing on the Worhsip Team as well as being active in Men's Ministry. He has been blessed with a gift of writing songs, several of which the group has recorded. Lance received
“Songwriter of the Year” at the 2005 Mercy Awards as well as several nominations in past years.
You can contact Lance via his E-mail at lance@theascensions.com
Peggy Matheson, (co-founder) Alto, Lance’s wife, manages the
administrative needs of the group. When not on the road with The Ascensions, she
serves in many areas of her church, including the worship team and choir. Peggy and
Lance reside in St. Stephen, NB, and are the proud parents of two children, and one
grandaughter. You can contact Peggy via her E-mail at peggy@theascensions.com
Devin Cook, (Lead) has been singing since he was 19 years old. He recorded first album at 20yrs old in North Carolina. He has been writing and singing across Canada and the USA for several years. He has been nominated for one ECMA for album of the year and two Covenant awards for Song of the year and album of the year. Devin and wife Kelly have 2 children. He has had the privilege to minister and work in the music industry and has had significant radio airplay on the country gospel stations throughout the USA and Canada. You can contact Devin via his E-mail at devin@theascensions.com
Burrell Cross (Bass) has been singing harmony since pre-school, joining his
first group at the age of 11. He lives in Fredericton NB with his wife Bonnie and is a
proud father of 4 children. He attends Sunset Church when not on the road, and helps
in the music dept. when he can. Burrell is a dedicated promoter of Gospel music
serving as the first President of Maritime Gospel Music Assoc. You can contact
Burrell via his E-mail at burrell@theascensions.com
