Newsboys Sell Over 45,000 Units In First Week
(7/21/2010)It's official! Born Again, the critically-acclaimed 15th studio project just released from Newsboys, is the biggest project ever to release in the band's history. Even better? Newsboys' Born Again is the 2nd highest Christian artist debut on Billboard's Top 200 and the 3rd highest debut on CCM Soundscan for 2010!
According to Soundscan, Born Again has sold an astounding 45,311 units in just one week, placing Born Again at #4 on Billboard's Overall Chart, charting above new releases from such artists as Sting and M.I.A. In its first week of release, Born Again also placed Top 4 on iTunes' Overall Chart, sharing company again with Sting and charting before the Twilight Saga: Eclipse soundtrack. Born Again officially released July 13th, courtesy of Inpop Records.
Even before sales numbers were released, it has been reported that Born Again is the best project Newsboys has ever released. It has also been said that the band is "wonderfully rejuvinated," "amazing" and "The 'Boys are back...simply the best!" It's been months and months of hard work for Newsboys leading up to the release of Born Again, and it's certainly paying off.
Along the way, the band has received tremendous support from retail, radio stations, media outlets, and dedicated fans across the nation. From kicking off a few of their new songs and doing local tour promotion earlier this year during the WinterJam 2010 tour to now, Newsboys have been so ready to share Born Again with the world.
"The record-setting number of sales today reflect the dedication and hard work of Newsboys to create another groundbreaking musical creation," exclaims Andrew Patton, General Manager, Inpop Records. "The amazing support of Christian radio stations, festival promoters, our hard-working Inpop staff, and our partners at EMI CMG distribution have all earned our thanks today."
RADIO
For an amazing eight weeks, Born Again's first radio single, "Born Again," claimed the top spot at CHR radio, while the song continues it's climb to the top on the Christian AC charts, currently Top 10. To further promote the CD's release, Newsboys traveled around the country last week via ISDN radio hook ups to talk to radio stations and listeners from coast to coast. The band was featured on numerous morning shows and stations around the country, including K-LOVE; Air 1; Star 99.1 New York; WCSG Grand Rapids, MI; WAY-FM Network; His Radio Greenville, SC; KSBJ Houston; WFFH Fish Nashville; and KFIS Fish Portland. The band set up a special ustream page allowing stations to include LIVE video into each of the interviews.
MEDIA
Preparing for street week the critical press has shown their support as well. Popular outlets such as FOX News, Rhapsody, Billboard, gmclife.com, CCM, Charisma, TitleTrakk.com, CBN, and so many more have promoted Born Again.
Both NewReleaseTuesday.com and JesusFreakHideout.com named Newsboys' Artist of the Week, promoting them on their homepages and featuring full CD streaming, feature articles and reviews. HearitFirst.com immediately jumped on board with numerous exclusive video interviews, as well as streaming the new project and launching a contest to win a trip to Rock the Universe to sit side-stage during the Newsboys performance. Visit the site too to not miss drummer Duncan Phillips' sharing his laundry tips with the world, as well as much more.
What are the critics saying about the new release?
"...Born Again marks a new beginning for the Grammy-nominated, Dove-winning band...and features a wonderfully rejuvenated sound...jam-packed with energetic rock made for live performances. Auditory treats include the funky 'When the Boys Light Up' and the redemptive 'Build Us Back.'"
- Wendy Lee Nentwig for Rhapsody.com
To further support Newsboys, Rhapsody.com named Born Again Album of the Day along with including a major feature with the CD review. Please visit Rhapsody.com/christian-gospel to read Rhapsody's full coverage.
"Born Again is a strong introduction for this new incarnation of one of Christian music's most successful groups. You'll be hard-pressed to not feel the new energy here." - Debra Akins for gmclife.com
"Tait shines as Newsboys frontman...Born Again delivers."
- Kevin Thorsun for cmaddict.com
"The lyrics are pure...to the point and at the same time deep, leaving you looking at yourself and examining yourself." - ChristianMusicReview.org
THE FAN
We can't forget about the music buyers, the die-hard fans who will always give honest opinions. Read on to hear what they think of Born Again:
"The best Newsboys album ever! Simply the best....don't miss this one!"
"The Boys are back! It's a fresh, new sound for the Newsboys....can't wait for this band to hit 30 years in 2018 and still be putting out records!"
"By far the best album Newsboys have released...brilliant!"
"This album is amazing! Every song is so catchy and I officially know for sure the boys are BACK. if you're not sure whether to buy it or not...BUY IT!!"
Be sure to catch Newsboys live in a city near you this summer and fall to capture the excitement of their new songs live along with seeing their brand new stage set. Visit their website for the most updated schedule and information!
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Brandon Heath Gives Suprise Performance At Recent Carrie Underwood, Mike Fisher Wedding
(7/17/2010)Nashville's GRAMMY nominated singer/songwriter Brandon Heath recently performed his affectionate tune "Love Never Fails" at Country music superstar Carrie Underwood's wedding to Canadian hockey player Mike Fisher. Noted as the couple's song, Heath's performance of "Love Never Fails" served as the couple's first dance, and was a surprise from Underwood to her new husband.
"I was blessed to be part of Carrie and Mike's big day," says Heath. "Being among their family and friends, I was honored to have been a witness to something so sacred and special. Performing at weddings can be nerve racking, but Saturday I felt right at home. And it was especially cool to be in on Carrie's surprise for her groom and their first dance."
Read more in the current print issue (July 26, 2010) of People Magazine.
Emmy-Award winning, GRAMMY and American Music Award nominated, Brandon Heath holds multiple Dove Awards including the reigning title as Male Vocalist of the Year for 2009 and 2010, and 2009 Song of the Year for "Give Me Your Eyes." The Nashville native was featured on the "CBS Evening News with Katie Couric," while also spotlighted in the Sunday edition of The New York Times as a GRAMMY-nominated newcomer "that shouldn't be allowed to slip through the cracks."
Heath released his sophomore album, What If We (8/2008), yielding two No.1 singles, "Wait and See", and the blockbuster "Give Me Your Eyes" which was selected by NASA as the wake-up song for the orbiting Endeavour shuttle crew on Feb. 8, 2010. The album's third single "Love Never Fails" recently became a Top 20 hit at Billboard's AC Monitored radio chart. His third album is scheduled to release earlier 2011.
Off stage, Heath seeks opportunities to merge his public platform with his heart for community, regularly working with Young Life, Blood:Water Mission, Restore International and unofficially volunteering for many other human rights agencies on a global scale. Heath also created the annual "Love Your Neighbor" benefit with songwriter Jason Ingram, in partnership with Fellowship Bible Church in Brentwood, Tennessee, for a night of music to raise funds and gather volunteers for a focused need in the Nashville community.
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Jeremy Camp Gears Up For We Cry Out The Worship Project
(7/15/2010)GRAMMY-nominated artist Jeremy Camp is preparing for the release of his sixth studio album, We Cry Out: The Worship Project on August 24th on BEC Recordings. An intentional return to worship with this upcoming release, Camp is honored to be where he is at in his career and life.
"I feel like I've had a growth spurt the past two years in my walk with the Lord, and I think this album reflects that deepening," shares Camp about this project. "There's a purity behind this record that I can't even describe. But I didn't write most of it, so I can't take the credit. And I love that."
This week fans can purchase the radio-charting debut single "Jesus Saves" at iTunes. In addition, this week marks the beginning of the iTunes pre-order for the regular or deluxe edition of We Cry Out: The Worship Project. The deluxe edition digital pre-order includes the album delivered on August 24th, an automatic download of the single "Jesus Saves," 5 additional songs and two videos with bonus content.
Facebook fans can also get a free acoustic song download of the title track from the new album starting today exclusively for his page fans.
Another special pre-order partnership available is with Family Christian Stores and Compassion to help rebuild Haiti. Between now and August 23rd, any pre-order of We Cry Out: The Worship Project either online or in stores, Family Christian Stores will donate $1 to Compassion to help rebuild a church in Haiti. Click here to order and help Haiti.
About We Cry Out: The Worship Project ~ Once again Camp teamed up with Grammy award-winning producer Brown Bannister to create a heartfelt worship project. Returning to his worship music roots, he co-wrote with other notable worship leaders Matt Maher, Reuben Morgan (Hillsong) and Brenton Brown. The debut radio single "Jesus Saves," which has only been out for two weeks, is already charting at AC Monitored, AC Indicator, Inspo and at the National Christian Audience Chart (where it jumped 9 spots into the Top 20 this week). At CHR the single is the No. 1 new and active single. Guest appearances include Adie Camp singing supporting vocals for her husband as well as featuring Jeremy's live band joining him for the first time in the recording studio.
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Hillsong Live, A Beautiful Exchange, Becomes Top Seller
(7/12/2010)"…A Beautiful Exchange is Hillsong better than they have ever been – musically, lyrically and as skilled practitioners of the art of leading worship…one of the most significant releases of the year," says Worship Leader in this month's magazine. With more than 11-million albums sold worldwide, Hillsong LIVE gathers critical acclaim with its 20th recording, A Beautiful Exchange, which released June 29 and marks the first release of brand new songs in the alliance announced earlier this year with EMI Christian Music Group. The album this week hits No. 1 on several retail sales charts, including the overall Christian, Praise & Worship and Christian/Gospel Mainstream charts, as well as lands at No. 40 on the Billboard Top 200 while posting No. 8 on iTunes Top Album chart (No. 1 iTunes Christian chart). The group also logs sold out concerts across the U.S. in its first tour led by Reuben Morgan.
Each year Hillsong Church, one of the world's fastest-growing evangelical ministries, records songs from its worship community around the world that have resonated with the church throughout the year. Known for such worldwide worship anthems as "Shout To The Lord," "Mighty To Save," "My Hope," "From the Inside Out," "Hosanna" and many more, Hillsong LIVE's A Beautiful Exchange was recorded live Nov. 8 along with thousands of worshippers gathered together in the Sydney (Australia) Entertainment Centre and led by worship leaders Reuben Morgan, Joel Houston, Ben Fielding, Darlene Zschech and Jad Gillies, among others. The recording explores themes of sacrifice and redemption in the title track, confession in "Forever Reign," extraordinary love in "Our God Is Love," and features songs of hope, reconciliation and praise.
In addition to Worship Leader, here is what critics are saying about the recording:
"A Beautiful Exchange is truly stellar…If you are looking for new worship songs to sing with fellow believers, this album is chock-full of congregational songs…You'll be singing along at the top of your lungs…" – NewReleaseTuesday.com
"Hillsong continues to be a leader in the worship movement, and these 12 new tracks solidify their position…A Beautiful Exchange is another solid offering chalk full of songs we'll be singing for years to come." – Gospel Music Channel
"Not only is A Beautiful Exchange theologically deep, it is beautiful beyond description. An explanation of Christ taking our sin and exchanging it with righteousness is the very heart of the Christian message…another great offering from a ministry dead set on creating new expressions of praise…If you like modern worship, then this is a great album to own." – TheChristianManifesto.com
"This crew has a wonderful knack for writing sincere, honest and reverent songs of praise that not only do their job of telling of God's amazing character, but also inspire others to worship Him as well…Also available on DVD…is a beautifully-shot visual accompaniment to the CD which showcases the songs and makes you really feel like you are there singing and dancing along with the thousands in Australia. It is truly amazing to watch, and brings the songs to life, as so many lives are united in praise to the God who deserves that and so much more." – HollywoodJesus.com
In addition to the CD, A Beautiful Exchange is featured on DVD along with a "Behind The Scenes" documentary and subtitles in 11 languages, reflecting the worldwide reach of Hillsong LIVE. The Special Edition DVD further features five bonus recordings from Hillsong London.
Coinciding with the release of the recording, Reuben Morgan leads his first Hillsong LIVE tour of the U.S. set to launch July 21 into major markets across the country. Morgan co-wrote the current No. 1 Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI) song, "Mighty To Save," sung by an estimated 40 million people every week in church services around the world. The tour went on sale to the public June 4 in multiple markets and has already sold thousands of tickets nationally. With all Hillsong LIVE with Reuben Morgan tour dates selling quickly, Detroit's 3,000-seat church and two Los Angeles events Aug. 3 and 5 at the 3,500-seat Club Nokia have completely sold out.
Singing new songs from A Beautiful Exchange and congregational favorites spanning 20 recordings, the Hillsong LIVE with Reuben Morgan tour itinerary follows:
Date City Venue
7/22/2010- THUR Enumclaw, WA Creation Festival
7/24/2010- SAT Atlanta, GA Mount Pisgah
7/25/2010- SUN Spartanburg, SC Evangel Cathedral
7/26/2010- MON Lexington, KY Southland Christian
7/27/2010- TUE Detroit, MI Northridge Church (Sold Out)
7/29/2010- THUR Tulsa, OK Church on the Move
7/30/2010- FRI Dallas, TX Fellowship Church
8/1/2010- SUN Albuquerque, NM Legacy Church
8/2/2010- MON Mesa, AZ City Of Grace Church
8/3/2010- TUE Los Angeles, CA Club Nokia (Sold Out)
8/4/2010- WED Sacramento, CA Bayside Church (Roseville, CA)
8/5/2010- THUR Los Angeles, CA Club Nokia (Sold Out)
In addition to the tour, the annual Hillsong Conference started Monday at Acer Arena in Syndney, Australia and is expected to draw more than 25,000 people each night of the 5-day conference. Joining Hillsong Church Sr. Pastors Brian and Bobbie Houston at the conference will be special guest speakers T. D. Jakes, Judah Smith, Andy Stanley and Ed Young. Darlene Zschech, Hillsong UNITED, Hillsong LIVE, Israel Houghton, Tim Hughes and more will lead worship. Birthed out of a desire to be a blessing to the church worldwide and make God's name known across the Earth, more information on the conference can be found at http://hillsongconference.com/.
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Newsboys Top The Radio Charts For 7th Week With 'Born Again'
(7/8/2010)Turn on the radio or head to one of the big music festivals this summer and there's no doubt that you'll find the newsboys. Not only is the band headlining all of the major festivals and performing in front of tens of thousands of screaming fans, but their chart-topping single "Born Again" is being heard on radio stations across the nation. Newsboys also appear in such magazines as Charisma, Billboard, Christian Retailing and are gracing this month's cover of CCM. Michael Tait, Jeff Frankenstein, Duncan Phillips, and Jody Davis are - no question - Born Again.
THE MUSIC
Since debuting a few of their new songs earlier this year on the WinterJam Tour, the band has been eager to release their brand new CD Born Again, which hits shelves this coming Tuesday, July 13th. Better yet is that they are going into release week with the No. 1 CHR radio single in the country, "Born Again," a spot they've claimed for an astounding seven weeks!
For the avid fans, Inpop Records has developed a digital pre-order incentive that for everyone who orders the Born Again CD, either the Digital Deluxe version or the regular version before next Tuesday's release date, receives the exclusive bonus track of "Born Again (Summertime Symphony Mix)." Additionally, Born Again's Digital Deluxe offers an exclusive digital booklet as well as the "Born Again" music video and four additional songs. Retail will carry the regular version CD only.
THE TOURING
Earlier this summer newsboys kicked off its headlining run by appearing at 23 major festivals throughout the summer in the U.S. and Canada. To date, they've already performed in front of tens of thousands of concert-goers at such festivals as Spirit West Coast, Sonfest, Icthus, Atlantafest, and they will headline this Friday at Lifest 2010. Even more exciting for the band's upcoming tour dates is their new stage set, which officially made its debut at this past weekend's Creation East. The jaw-dropping and never-before-seen new stage, featuring the band members actually being lifted on a mini-stage into the air and above the crowds, instantly became a hit with the audience and the highlight of the entire festival. Photos of the new stage are posted below.
To catch newsboys live in a city near you this summer or fall, further tour dates are listed below. Be sure to visit their website for the most updated schedule and information*:
July 9 - Oshkosh, WI, Lifest 2010
July 16 - Wilmar, MN, Sonshine Festival
July 18 - Rapid City, SD, Hills Alive Festival
July 22 - Enumclaw, WA, Creation Fest West
July 23 - Albany, OR, Timmer Linn Park
Aug. 1 - Darien Center, NY, Kingdom Bound
Aug. 7 - Bessemer, AL, Alabama Adventure Theme Park
Aug. 8 - Wickliffe, OH, The Fest 2010
Aug. 12 - Des Moines, IA, Iowa State Fair
Aug. 14 - Great Falls, MT, Downpour Festival
Aug. 15 - Missoula, MT, West Montana Fairgrounds
Aug. 21 - Ocean Grove, NJ, The Great Auditorium
Sept. 4 - La Cygne, KS, Rock The Light
Sept. 5 - Lexington, KY, Quest Community Church
Sept. 10 - Orlando, FL, Universal Studios-Rock the Universe
*All dates subject to change
And most importantly, the newsboys have a new addition to their family! Guitarist Jody Davis and his wife, Laurie, welcomed their daughter Isabella Grace to the world on June 21st. She was born in Nashville at a healthy 7 lbs and 4 oz and was 19" long. Isabella is Davis' third daughter. Congratulations!
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Casting Crowns To Release Live DVD/CD Aug. 31
(7/8/2010)DVD Premieres "Until the Whole World Hears" Music Video, Plus Extensive Behind-the-Scenes, Mark Hall Teaching Videos, and the Story of Hall's New Adopted Daughter "Hope"
Christian music leader Casting Crowns announces the release of its new live project, titled Until the Whole World Hears LIVE, available Aug. 31, which will offer millions of fans a front-row experience to the platinum-selling music, and discipleship, of 2010's Dove Award-winning Artist of the Year.
Recorded at Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, N.C. on April 24, with additional footage recorded at North Charleston Coliseum, North Charleston, S.C. and at Von Braun Center, Huntsville, Ala., the band's unforgettable 2009/2010 "Until the Whole World Hears" national concert tour is captured on this live 2-disc set, sharing the heart and story of such songs as "If We've Ever Needed You," "Glorious Day" and the No. 1 hit single "Until the Whole World Hears." The powerhouse tour saw over 350,000 fans in 82 cities.
The 54-minute LIVE concert DVD includes an additional 80 minutes of behind-the-scenes content and will launch the premiere of Casting Crowns' new "Until the Whole World Hears" music video. The music video features fan-submitted clips of audiences singing the anthemic song, literally all across the globe.
DVD highlights include "Mark Hall's Teaching Video Series" and the "Adopting Hope" story which details the Halls' heartwarming journey to bringing home their 33-month old daughter, Meeka Hope, from China. The five devotional-styled video lessons led by lead singer/songwriter, author and pastor Mark Hall, give viewers a deeper look at the Biblical studies and personal stories that have inspired the band's message-driven songs for the family.
Casting Crowns also reveals secrets of the road, with a peek into the creative day-time activities of the seven band members, in clips titled "Laser Tag," and "Cornhole." Remaining chapters provide new interviews with the band and "The Crew," a look at the growing family in "Crowns' Kids," an introduction to Brian Scoggin in "Our New Drummer" and the last word with "Inside Scoop: two Minutes with Mark's Parents."
Appearing on the LIVE CD are eight live versions of the band's new songs: "Until the Whole World Hears," "If We've Ever Needed You," "Glorious Day," "Mercy," "To Know You," "Holy One," "Blessed Redeemer," and "At Your Feet."
The platinum-selling band's recent fourth album, Until The Whole World Hears, sold 167,000 copies first-week setting a sales record as the highest debuting Christian Music artist in SoundScan history (week ending 11/22/09). The album certified RIAA Gold in four weeks, with more than 600,000 sold to date. The title track marks a ninth career No.1 radio single for Casting Crowns, as its new single "If We've Ever Needed You" moves up the chart.
All of the Atlanta-based band's projects are RIAA certified, with a monster tally of two RIAA Platinum Albums, two RIAA Platinum DVDs, three RIAA Gold Albums and a Gold DVD, further establishing its unprecedented six-year career, holding position as Billboard's top-selling act in Christian music since 2007.
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Building 429 Headlines 2nd Annual Summerfest Tour
(7/3/2010)Back by popular demand, Building 429's Annual Summerfest Tour kicks off July 6 in Dodge City, Kansas with the support of Christian radio partners in each market. This year the tour is partnering with Food for the Hungry, and also features the talents of Britt Nicole, Mikeschair and special guests Finding Favour.
After ending a month-long Canadian tour in June, headlining act Building 429 recently traveled to Haiti joining Food For The Hungry to aid in earthquake relief efforts. So moved by what they saw and the Haitian people they met, Summerfest 2010 is partnering with Food For The Hungry to seek child sponsorships specifically in Haiti, which aid children who have been displaced by the 2010 earthquake.
"After being in Haiti just a couple months ago, the work of Food For The Hungry has rooted itself even deeper in our hearts," said Building 429's front man Jason Roy. "We're proud to be partnering with them on this upcoming summer tour, working to save the lives of thousands of Haitian children. Spreading the mission of Food For The Hungry is an honor and we are excited to do it on the Summerfest 2010 tour."
Summerfest 2010 runs through August 20, visiting 13 cities. Tickets for the family-friendly event are available at the door for the low cost of $5, except for a few select markets. For more information about Food For The Hungry's Summerfest 2010 tour, visit the tour website at www.FHSummerFest.com.
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Summerfest 2010 Tour Dates:
• July 6 – Dodge City, KS
• July 7 – Amarillo, TX
• July 9 – Lubbock, TX
• July 13 – West Columbia, SC
• July 14 – Winston-Salem, NC
• July 20 – Shreveport, LA
• July 21 – Birmingham, AL
• July 23 – Monroe, MS
• July 24 – Picayune, MS
• August 5 – Panama City, FL
• August 6 – Charlotte, NC
• August 19 – Princeton, WA
• August 20 – Waynesboro, VA
*all dates subject to change.
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Addison Road's Stories Stirs Enthusiastic Response from Critics and Fans
(7/3/2010)INO Records' Dove nominated band Addison Road released their highly anticipated sophomore album Stories on June 22 and if the critics are any indication, Stories is exceeding everyone's expectations:
"This is one of the top 5 albums of the year-a 5 star album. If you liked Addison Road's debut album, then you'll absolutely LOVE Stories. This is an excellent album and I can't get enough of the musical hooks, Jenny's vulnerable and sincere vocals and the extremely poignant lyrics." -ChristianMusicReview.org
"Stories is an album that will likely bring Addison Road to the top of music charts in the Christian categories" –ChristianPost.com
"With Stories, Addison Road is poised to become the next MercyMe, and is quite likely soon to discover the rewards of perseverance. Very highly recommended." –The-Trades.com
"Addison Road transforms their tribulation into triumph on a healthy—and highly-anticipated—sophomore set."-Christianitytoday.com
"Addison Road's Stories is a disc of stories of faithfulness and brokenness and an overall great album."-Hollywoodjesus.com
Fans are also fancying the new album as the record skyrocketed to No. 2 on iTunes ® Christian Chart and in the Top 50 Overall Albums Chart.
With their debut single "Fight Another Day" continuing to climb the charts, the song is currently No. 7 on Billboard's CHR Chart, No. 16 on AC Indicator and in the Top 25 on AC Monitored.
The female-fronted band recently went out on the road to visit their friends at radio in major cities including Tulsa, OK, Indianapolis, and Chicago, while also hosting free concerts celebrating their album release. Additionally, they made time to stop by LeSea Broadcasting studios and performed a few of their new songs on "Live at Studio B."
This fall, Addison Road will continue sharing their stories to audiences around the country on The Light Meets Dark Tour also featuring Tenth Avenue North and Matt Maher.
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TobyMac Gives Back to Help Children in Need
(6/30/2010)TobyMac recently took a break from his highly energetic tour and Diverse City Band to spend some time with children diagnosed with HIV at the 2010 A Time for Heroes Celebrity Picnic, sponsored by the Elizabeth Glaser Foundation in Los Angeles. The multi-platinum selling artist was among many other celebrity guests including Stacy Keibler, Billy Crystal, Lori Loughlin, Billy Bush and more. Guests were able to spend time with their favorite Hollywood's stars, played games, and enjoyed unbelievable food while helping create a generation free of HIV.
Thanks to the support of generous donors and sponsors, including the title sponsor Disney, over $1.3 million was raised to help the foundation eliminate pediatric AIDS.
In other TobyMac news, his current single "Get Back Up" is dominating the radio charts. The hit track recently peaked at No. 1 on AC Monitored and this week holds the No. 1 spot on CHR radio, while also placing at No. 2 on AC Indicator and on the National Christian Audience Chart.
With the summer season in full swing, the Grammy ® Award winner is back on the road with popular contemporary artist Chris Tomlin on the Hello Tonight tour. Together they are visiting select cities across the U.S. and fanatics have had the opportunity to win tickets to experience the excitement LIVE by sending in a simple text.
To catch TobyMac LIVE, please visit www.tobymac.com for additional tour dates and information.
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Gungor Continues To Showcase Unique Style Of Worship
(6/30/2010)Over four months after releasing their acclaimed album Beautiful Things, Gungor took their original worship experience on tour making stops in Nashville, TN and Chambersburg, PA earlier this week.
After both standing room only performances, twitter was overwhelmed with praise from those who attended the show.
"Just had my audio-visual mind blown by Gungor! World take note..."
"I'm trying to find the right words. Overwhelming. Uninhibited. Worship. Musical. Visual. Excellence. Thank you. #gungor"
" Gungor was incredible! Can't wait till worship is always like that!"
" New favorite GUNGOR! Wow amazing band is an understatement"
"If you have the chance to see Gungor live...just do it. legitimately the most incredible worship experience ever!"
"Gungor's 'Beautiful Things' events are wonderfully bombastic in every best sense of the word."
"So many more need to experience Gungor...people have no idea what they're missing out on. amazing!"
The "Beautiful Things Tour" comes just after Gungor finished a successful run with John Mark McMillan. The band will also embark on an additional leg of the "Beautiful Things Tour" this fall. For the most up to date tour news for Gungor, stay tuned to http://www.gungormusic.com/.
Also endorsing the band and the Beautiful Things events is GRAMMY ® winner Israel Houghton who was Michael Gungor's co-writer on the hit "Friend of God." To see and hear a glimpse of the Beautiful Things event from the band along with additional thoughts from Houghton, check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsu4gD5ws7k.
The band's 2008 debut on Brash Music, Ancient Skies, garnered critical acclaim. Beautiful Things (BRASH) is the band's sophomore release, and the third CD release for Michael Gungor.
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