Robby Shaffer, MercyMe Drummer - Episode 22

Robby Shaffer is a drummer with the highly successful Christian band MercyMe.

He joined the band in 1997 and has been a staple of the band ever since.

MercyMe has sold more than 9 million units on CD, single and DVD sales and garnered more than 28 No. 1 multi-format Christian radio singles.

They have sold out venues across the U.S. and Canada and have appeared on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, The Today Show, CBS This Morning, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Fox News, CNN and ABC News.

Their ninth studio album, "LIFER" is out now and their first single, "EVEN IF" has been played on radio stations across the country.

On this episode of the podcast, Robby shares with us how he became a part of the band, how he ended up sneaking Bibles into China as a teen, his LOVE for baseball, getting to take batting practice at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, how his faith was tested during his teen years, and how they choose which songs to play on tour.

We are also giving you a chance to win MercyMe's new album "LIFER" -- Listen to the podcast to find out details how you can win your own copy of the CD.

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