and, in the song "We're In A Parody Band," ApologetiX refers to itself as a cross between "Weird Al" Yankovic and Billy Graham. The band's lyrical content is derived solely from Biblical passages and practices, frequently in a tongue-in-cheek manner. It is also noteworthy that lyrics are often embedded with Scripture references for further exploration of the song's content. Some of their parodies include: Band members Current J. Jackson - Vocals, lyricist (1990–present) Keith Haynie - Bass guitar (1995–present) Bill Hubauer - Keyboardist, producer (1998–present) Jimmy Tanner - Drums (2005–present) Tom Milnes - Lead guitarist (2008–present) Tom Tincha - Lead guitarist (2008–present) Chris VonBartheld - Keyboardist, Pianist, bgv's (2013–2018) Rich Mannion - Keyboardist (2018–present) Former Karl Messner - Lead guitarist (1990–2007) Andy Sparks - Rhythm guitarist, Bass (1991–1995) Jerry Hayostek - Bass guitar (1992–1993) B.J. Collins - Keyboardist, producer (1997–1998) Todd Waites - Keyboardist (2011–2013) Jeff Pakula - Drums (1990–1993) Luke "Abaddon" Wienecke - Drums (1994–1996) Rick Servocky - Drums (1993–1995) Bob Flaherty - Drums (1995–1998) Fred Behanna - Drums (1999–2001) David McKee - Drums (2001) Bill Rieger - Drums (2001–2005) Session Steve Kayner - Bass (1993) Keith Harrold - Drums (1993–2000) Jon Schwartz (drummer)|Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz - Drums (1999) Everlife - Vocals (2003) Janna Jackson - Vocals (2013-) Elaine Heitzer - Vocals (2014) Keely Singer - Vocals (2014) John Marcinizyn - Slide guitar (2016) Timeline Discography Studio albums EPs Live albums Christmas albums Compilation albums Filmography Awards 2005 Best CD Award: New & Used Hits: The Best of ApologetiX Vol. 1 & 2 (Christianity Today's Reader's Choice Awards) 2004 Favorite Indie Artist (CCM Magazine Reader's Choice Awards) 2002 Recorded Fringe Song of the Year: "The Real Sin Savior" (American Christian Music Awards/ChristianBEATS) 2004 American Christian Music Awards, Alternative Song of The Year: "Lifestyles of The Rich & Nameless" 2004 American Christian Music Awards, Outstanding Modern/College Rock Artist Chart positions of singles & albums Albums Keep The Change National Christian Retail Bestsellers Rock Chart, published by CCM (#15, November 2001) Adam Up National Christian Modern/College Rock Album Chart, ChristianBEATS (#1, May/June 2004) New & Used Hits: The Best of ApologetiX Vol. 1 & 2 National Christian Newest Rock Album Chart, American Christian Music Journal (#1, December 2004) National Christian Modern/Alternative Album Chart, American Christian Music Journal (#1, December 2004) Singles References External links article from HM Magazine article from AFA Christianity Today - Interview with Apologetix American parodists American Christian