Long before their remarkable Atlantic Records debut, The Promise, went gold, Plus One sang like a band, their vocals testifying to a truly distinctive ensemble power. These days, after two years on the road, they look, act, and even laugh like a band. Together, Nate Cole, Jason Perry, Jeremy Mhire, Nathan Walters and Gabe Combs trade quips, finish each other’s sentences, break up over inside jokes. It’s not just the funkier clothes and sharp haircuts that lend them the air of precociously seasoned musicians. It’s something intangible - a tested sense of commitment and purpose.

And while they’re grateful for their groundbreaking, out-of-nowhere success — there’s no resting on their laurels for these guys. They’re cognizant of the fact that Plus One was the top-selling Christian artist for 2000; they appreciate being honored as the 2001 GMA New Artist of the Year. They look back fondly on the 62 cities they visited on their first tour, opening for Jaci Velazquez. Even more thrilling was their own headlining tour, a 40-city venue and the first-ever tour sponsorship by Trans World Entertainment. They remember guest starring on "Days of Our Lives" and "Touched by an Angel," appearing on "Live with Regis and Kelly," and contributing to the Pokemon 2000 The Power of One Soundtrack. But what they’re really excited about is now.