FRENCHTOWN, Nj., July 16 /Christian Newswire/ -- Revelation Generation, the annual outdoor Labor Day Weekend music festival held August 29-30 at Revelation Farms in Frenchtown, NJ, today announced an exciting lineup of inspiring speakers and special guests. This year will feature returning guest speaker and renowned celebrity actor Stephen Baldwin, nationally-recognized speaker and author Justin Lookadoo, newsboys front man Paul Colman, Boarders for Christ (BFC) and the Outcast BMX Team. Additionally, Rob Cruver, senior pastor of Zarephath Christian Church, Chancellor of Somerset Christian College and Co-Founder of Autumn Blaze, will address and speak with concert-goers during Friday night's events. These speakers will complement the star-studded Revelation Generation 2008 music lineup which includes artists such as newsboys, Sixpence None The Richer, Norma Jean, TobyMac, Flyleaf, As I Lay Dying, and more.

Also announced today, Revelation Generation will feature open band press conferences where fans will have the exciting opportunity to pose questions to and chat with their favorite artists. This unique, "all-access" approach is designed to provide concertgoers the chance to get to know the performers on a more personal level than ever before. The full schedule for the open band press conferences will be announced later this summer.

"We are thrilled to have such a phenomenal speaking lineup at this year's festival," said Robert Grom, co-founder of Revelation Generation with wife Kim Grom. "These speakers are what the festival is all about. Whether sharing moving testimonies about their own personal life experiences or launching off a 30 foot ramp on a dirt bike, they are living proof that today's young adults can live positive lifestyles inspire others to do the same."

Known for his roles in over 60 major motion pictures, actor Stephen Baldwin speaks nationally about Christ's impact on his life. His activism has led him to tour with the Teen Mania Ministries and produce "Livin' It," a DVD featuring extreme sports. He most recently appeared on the 2008 television series, "Celebrity Apprentice."

Since 1999, author Justin Lookadoo has garnered over 3,000 speaking engagements around the world. His true passion lies in dealing with issues affecting youth and teenagers –from relationships to addiction to crime prevention to a host of other issues that affect teens and young adults alike.

In addition to headlining the New York stage, newsboys front man, Paul Coleman will handle emcee duties for the two-day festival's opening night on Friday, August 29. Paul, a longtime friend of the festival, will share his moving personal testimony, based on the band's positive message aimed at inspiring hope and a positive outlook on life. The Australian-based band just returned from an international tour promoting their thirteenth album. newsboys is known for inspiring all who listen to achieve a deeper and closer connection with God, family, friends and each other.

Showcasing their brand of Vertical Ministry, Boarders for Christ will bring an adrenaline rush to Revelation Generation 2008. The skate team is comprised of some of the nation's top professional and amateur riders - many of whom are sponsored by skate giants such as DC Shoes, Ethos, Nike and Active Ride. Based in San Diego, Boarders for Christ has been around for nearly a decade, with its ministry featured in countless national television and print media outlets throughout the country.

Joining Boarders for Christ on the Revelation Generation action sports scene is Outcast BMX, a back-flipping, seat-grabbing team of some of the country’s top professional and amateur BMX riders. While their stunts are sure to grab the attention of festival goers, their life-changing testimonies will undoubtedly keep it.

For more information and detailed profiles on all of the Revelation Generation artists, speakers and special guests, visit www.revelationgeneration.org. Steeply-discounted pre-sale tickets are also now available to fans at www.iTickets.com.  

Ticket Availability & Information
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About Revelation Generation
Revelation Generation is an annual music festival which takes place on Revelation Farms in Frenchtown, N.J., a 140-plus acre property owned by Robert and Kim Grom - original founders of the Christian non-profit organization who have dedicated their farm to many youth events and to raising money for youth-oriented charities. Revelation Generation is a first-rate entertainment event that calls today's youth to live positive lifestyles--free of depression, peer pressure, and addiction--by using their influence and talents to serve others. Revelation Generation brings together a unique mix of emerging and award-winning musical artists spanning rock, pop, alternative, and punk, along with inspiring speakers, demonstrations, activities, and games that the whole family can enjoy. For more information, visit www.revelationgeneration.org.