Monday, September 29, 2008

New Releases - 9/30/08

Newsboys - Live: Houston We Are Go CD/DVD


International pop/rock phenomenon newsboys commits the best of its explosive spring 2007 sell-out GO Tour to tape with Newsboys Live: Houston We Are Go, releasing September 2, 2008. The groundbreaking GO Tour, which set record attendances, is evidence that newsboys continue to innovate its live show, offering fans an amazing entertainment experience that changes lives. This live album/DVD set recorded and filmed in front of a packed out crowd, showcases hits from both the current critically- and commercially-acclaimed release, GO (“I Am Free,” “Wherever We Go,” “Something Beautiful,” “In Wonder”), as well as classic newsboys tunes including “Shine,” “He Reigns” and “It Is You,” all from gold-selling albums. With Newboys Live: Houston We Are Go, newsboys bring the energy from the arena into your stereo and TV.



GRITS - Reiterate
While GRITS knows how to handle the thought-provoking stuff, it’s the party numbers, the bangers, that have defined a large portion of their legacy. In honor of their Southern heritage, the deep-fried “Let’s Get It” is as crunk as they come, while the ferocious, club-ready beat of “Livin’ Dreams” is bound to join “Here We Go,” “They All Fall Down,” and “Hittin’ Curves” in the pantheon of classic GRITS.



In the end, the duo understands accessibility is key to leaving a mark, but they acknowledge is not the be-all-end-all of their methodology. If anything, they want all of their exploits—whether that be Reiterate, Revolution Art, or their lifestyles—to go much deeper.



“People are still going to hear the catchy hook,” Coffee says. “We understand at the end of the day that’s the business, that’s what people tend to latch on to. But we’re still going to be spitting that truth, man. Not to be cliché, but it’s coming from the heart. We’re sticking to the essence that we’re doing music because we love it, not because it’s a business.”



Oak Ridge Boys - The Gospel Sessions
The Oak Ridge Boys are considered one of the greatest groups in Country
Music history. Long before their many hits like Elvira and Bobbie Sue,
they dominated the world of Gospel Music. Originally known as The Oak
Ridge Quartet, they began performing in the early 1940s and Time
Magazine dubbed them one of the “top drawing gospel groups in the nation.”

Breaking all barriers, the Oaks brought their Gospel music to the
mainstream with a pop-country sounding style. By the late 70s, the group
had reached the top of the Gospel Music world. The long-haired,
bell-bottom wearing group now known as The Oak Ridge Boys soon branched
out to cross-over stardom, dominating both the Country and Pop music scene.

Today, the Oak Ridge Boys continue to wow audiences with their
high-energy stage show, performing more than 150 dates a year. Gospel
Music gave the Oaks their roots with a foundation to stand and sing on
for more than 50 years and now New Haven Records is proud to unveil its
latest addition to The Gospel Legacy Series, The Oak Ridge Boys:
The
Gospel Sessions
.


Faith Hill - Joy To The World
Produced by Dan Huff, Byron Gallimore and Faith Hill herself, Joy To The World combines the holiday season’s most beloved classics with one of America’s most respected vocalists. Well worth the two years in the making, the recording features The Nashville Orchestra as well as the London-based choirs, Metro Voices and The London Oratory School Boys Choir. Grammy® Award winner David Campbell (Paul McCartney, Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash) provides a newly composed full orchestration for Joy, which gives classics such as “Joy To The World,” “Away In A Manger,” “O Holy Night” & “Silent Night” a fresh, yet timeless sound. The highlight of the album is the original song “A Baby Changes Everything.” This powerful and emotional story song will be the lead single to Country and Christian radio during the Christmas season.


Gaither Vocal Band - Christmas Gaither Vocal Band Style
In their brand new musical masterpiece, the Gaither Vocal Band captures the wonder and beauty of Christmas as never before in this breathtaking recording of Christmas classics. Featuring smooth, intricate harmonies, majestic orchestration and songs that transport us to the heart of Christmas, the Gaither Vocal Band finally releases the ideal CD to enhance any celebration. This release is sure to calm the shop-weary, soothe the frenzied and ignite hope in anyone.



Anberlin - New Surrender
Central Florida pop-rock stalwarts Anberlin will release their major label debut, New Surrender, on September 30th. The new album features 13 tracks that further expand on Anberlin’s signature sound. Stephen Christian’s distinct vocals backed by Joseph Milligan and Christian McAlhaney’s driving guitars and the rhythm section comprised of Deon Rexroat and Nathan Young on bass and drums respectively is the foundation for the band’s success.

New Surrender, produced by Neal Avron (Fall Out Boy, Yellowcard, New Found Glory), demonstrates the band’s natural progression as musicians as well as solidifying their place as some of music’s most creative songwriters. Universal Republic signed the band off of the success of their highly lauded breakthrough indie pop scorcher, Cities. The record debuted on Billboard’s Top Albums chart in February 2007 at #19, and passed the coveted 100,000 indie-sales milestone fueled by their riveting hit single “Godspeed.” Cited by many critics as indispensable to the modern rock scene, rock forecasters have bookmarked their upcoming album New Surrender as one of the truly viable indie-to-major success stories ready to blow in 2008.



Amy Grant - The Christmas Collection


Christmas music is synonymous with Amy Grant. Her classic arrangements, stirring original Christmas songs, TV specials, and widely attended Christmas tours over the years have all contributed to over 5 MILLION Christmas albums sold.

In 2007, all 3 of Amy’s classic Christmas albums were digitally re-mastered and sold over 50,000 albums in just 3 months. This year, Amy is pulling out all of the stops with a NEW collection of the best Christmas songs from all 3 catalog albums PLUS FOUR NEW SONGS.

Amy will bring back her highly acclaimed Christmas Tour with Vince Gill in December which has traditionally played to sell-out audiences. Also, look for TV appearances, radio specials, and a TV campaign that will drive retail traffic and sales of the new Christmas collection.



Anne Murray - What A Wonderful Christmas (Repackage)
With Anne Murray's legendary voice, stellar arrangements, and a track listing of Christmas standards, this single disc collection is sure to be another Christmas classic. Christmas includes 10 tracks from her 2001 best-selling double-disc release What A Wonderful Christmas and 4 new songs. This new collection will delight Anne Murray fans everywhere!





The Becoming - Volume 1
With sharp infectious hooks most bands would kill for, The Becoming comes out with a debut that showcases creativity and ability most bands will never achieve. In the vein of swedish-dark-pop meets My Chemical Romance and AFI, Volume 1 is an album packed with anthems of love, loss, redemption, and hope. The amount of blood, sweat and tears shed over each song can be felt from the opening lines to the closing verses of the album. Bridging the gaps between Rock, Pop, Emo, and Metal this is a record for the masses that are tired of the cookie-cutter Rock and Pop, who are ready for something new.




Trin-i-tee 5:7 - T57 (Deluxe Edition)



T57 (Deluxe Edition) is the enhanced CD version of the Dove Award winning and Grammy nominated T57 by contemporary Gospel group, Trin-i-tee 5:7. Three new songs, produced by renowned hitmakers, give the T57 (Deluxe Edition) an urban flavor that will have multi-format appeal;"Get Away," produced by multiple Grammy Award winner, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins (Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, Britney Spears), "Your Holy," produced by the Music World Entertainment production team, The Bama Boyz (Beyonce, Solange) and "It Wasn't Me," produced by "The Beat General," Armando Colon (Shaggy, Das EFX). Three videos showcase Trin-i-tee 5:7's charasmatic performance and visual appeal and remind us why they are the best-selling female trio in Gospel music





Mannheim Steamroller - Candlelight Christmas
This holiday season, American Gramaphone will release a collection of Chip Davis favorites. Tracks include "The First Noel" & "Away in a Manger", as well as select Chip Davis originals. Mannheim Steamroller is the largest brand in holiday music and has sold 26 million Christmas albums - more than any other artist in music history!






Take 6 - The Standard
With its roots in gospel, doo-wop, and the sophisticated jazz-influenced singing groups of mid-century America, the a cappella vocal group Take 6 returns with an impactful collection of tunes entitled The Standard. Since the group’s inception in Alabama in the 1980s, Take 6 has ultimately become one of the biggest brands in a cappella, selling over 1.2 million records. The Standard includes an A+ guest list, including Aaron Neville, Brian McKnight, George Benson, Al Jarreau, Ella Fitzgerald and many others.




Terry Dexter - Listen
"Terry Dexter is a voice that many have heard, enjoyed and looked for more of…She is sincerely a voice and artist whose time has come and all should sweetly prepare to enjoy!! ADRIAN – TRIN-I-TEE 5:7

Listen is the long awaited vocal journey of Terry Dexter’s years of experience, passion and soul. Within her vision and vocals, you’ll discover music that penetrates the soul and touches the spirit!! With a voice that shines beyond her years and a talent the world needs to hear, Terry Dexter is a diamond in the rough, who finally gets her time to shine!





Dan Evans - Goin' All Out
Dan Evans from NBC’s The Biggest Loser is making his musical debut with his album entitled Goin' All Out! Recorded in Nashville, the album is a composition from select songwriters and musicians responsible for Keith Urban’s album “Love, Pain & the Whole Crazy Thing” as well as Rascal Flatts’ “Still Feels Good”. Interlocking both Pop music with Country arrangements and honest lyrics depicting Dan’s life experiences is the motivation behind the album, Goin' All Out.






Various Artists – Peace on Earth



This collection of peaceful holiday songs recorded by some of music’s top artists will help you slow down during the holidays, wind down with your family and relieve the stresses of the busy season. Rediscover the Peace Of Christmas.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Another new Anberlin album...?

Have you listened to it already? Is it more of the same or something worth checking out? I liked their second album but the first and the third left me flat.

New Release

Today's new release is from Jeremy Camp. His new cd "The Story's Not Over" is now in store. Stop on by and grab a copy. 😊...