Archive for November, 2009

One Republic – Waking Up [DeluxeVersion] (2009)

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Artist: One Republic
Album: Waking Up
Release Date: November 17, 2009
Style: Alternative / Acoustic / Pop-Rock
Label: Mosley / Interscope
Total Length: 1:08:30
Early career:
The band was formed in 2002 by songwriter and record producer, Ryan Tedder and his high school friend, Zach Filkins, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The initial name of the band was Republic.

Tedder caught the attention of producer Timbaland during his stint in an MTV-sponsored talent show and was soon signed as his protegé. Tedder and Filkins parted ways after two years under Timbaland’s tutelage. For a while, Tedder worked under the nom de plume ‘Alias‘, earning a name for himself by producing and writing songs for various artists; receiving a Grammy nomination for his work on Paul Oakenfold’s, A Lively Mind.

In 2002, Tedder reconnected with Filkins who was living in Chicago, Illinois and modeling on the side for Covington and Jockey Underwear convincing Filkins to move to Los Angeles, California to form a band. Nine months later they were quickly signed to Columbia Records. After a few line-up changes, they finally solidified with Tedder on vocals, Filkins on guitar and backing vocals, Eddie Fisher on drums, Brent Kutzle on bass and cello, and Drew Brown on guitar. They later changed the band name to OneRepublic after their record company mentioned that the name Republic might cause controversy with other bands.

About Waking Up [DeluxeVersion]:
OneRepublic have unveiled the cover to their highly anticipated sophomore album Waking Up! The follow-up to their Dreaming Out Loud debut is due out on November 17th, and it features the powerful new single “All The Right Moves.” OneRepublic broke records with their mega-hit “Apologize” which became the most legally downloaded song in US digital history.

In anticipation of the album’s release, the Colorado-based quintet is heading out on tour with Rob Thomas. Visit Myspace.com/OneRepublic to listen to “All The Right Moves” in full and view the upcoming tour schedule.

We are liking the sounds of the new single! Very powerful.
Track Listing:
01. Made for You
02. All the Right Moves
03. Secrets
04. Everybody Loves Me
05. Missing Persons 1 & 2
06. Good Life
07. All This Time.
08. Fear
09. Waking Up
10. Marchin On
11. Lullaby
12. Passenger
13. It’s a Shame
14. Trap Door
15. Sucker Punch


Copeland – Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas [Single] (2009)

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Copeland - Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas [Single] (2009))
Artist: Copeland
Single: Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Release Date: December 1′st, 2009
Style: Pop / Rock / Indie
Label: Tooth & Nails
Copeland - Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas [Single] (2009)
About:
Even though as we already announced Tooth & Nail’s ‘Copeland’ break up, here’s a new song (special for Christmas) just released few hours ago and announced on their facebook. It’s actually from Aaron. That’s right, it’s a new song and an amazing news to hear that they are still playing together. Have a listen on their MysSace page.

Official Announcement:
‘If you haven’t heard yet, Aaron put up his version of “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” on our Myspace page.’ – Copeland’s Facebook

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Trading Yesterday – More Than This (2006)

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Artist: Trading Yesterday
Album: More Than This
Style: Alternative, Acoustic, Pop-Rock
David Hodges was asked to join Evanescence in late 1999 and co-wrote many of the songs on their Origin demo CD and their debut album, Fallen. He decided to leave in December 2002 because he thought that he was leading the band into a more Christian rock scene than Ben Moody and Amy Lee were comfortable with and was no longer in the group when the controversy in April 2003 surrounding the band’s Christian labeling emerged. Lee and Moody announced in no uncertain terms that the band was not associated with the Christian rock scene.
The Age of Information is an American pop rock band originally formed in 2003 by David Hodges and Mark Colbert under the name Trading Yesterday, and later joined by Steven McMorran. In 2004, Trading Yesterday released a demo CD titled The Beauty and the Tragedy, and after signing with Epic Records later that year, they released their first single, “One Day”, in the summer of 2005. They later left Epic and as of 2007 remain independent. Due to this, their full length album debut, to be titled More Than This, was shelved and was never officially released.
The band has since changed its name to The Age of Information and is currently working on an album after releasing an EP entitled Everything is Broken in September 2007.


Track Listing:
1. Revolution 
2. One Day 
3. She Is The Sunlight 
4. Under My Skin 
5. May I 
6. My Last Goodbye 
7. Love Song Requiem 
8. Come Back To Me 
9. For You Only 
10. World On Fire 
11. Change My Name 
12. The Beauty & The Tragedy 
13. Shattered
 
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Third Day ft. Brandon Heath – Creed [Single/Acoustic] (2009)

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Third Day ft. Brandon Heath - Creed [Single/Acoustic] (2009)Artist: Third Day ft. Brandon Heath
Single: Creed (not released officially yet)

Recorded at: Soundhouse California
Release Date: November, 2009
Style: Acoustic / Worship / Rock

Description:
Third Day and Brandon Heath recorded ‘Creed’ live at the Soundhouse in Redding, California after a show on their spring tour. They are trying to go back with this song to more of the feeling of Rich Mullin’s original version.

Creed Song:
Richard Wayne Mullins was a Christian music singer and songwriter best known for his worship songs “Step by Step” and “Awesome God” also “Creed”. His songs have been embraced as modern classics by many Christians.

Third Day: Website | MySpace | iTunes | Creed HD Video
Brandon Heath: Website | MySpace | iTunes | Creed HD Video
Rich Mullins – Website | MySpace | iTunes | Creed HD Video

Ethan Gibson – If Time Stood Still (2009)

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Ethan Gibson - If Time Stood Still (2009)
Artist: Ethan Gibson
Album: If Time Stood Still
Release Date: November 13′th, 2009
Style: Acoustic / Indie / Pop Punk
Acoustic / Electronica / Folk
Label: Independent
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Q: What was the first band that you can remember inspiring you to want to make music?
First band that inspired me to actually start playing music was Here I Come Falling, back when I was a hardcore kid. And now I’m in a band with one of their members. But as for doing pop/acoustic stuff, hmmms. I’d have to say stuff like Thrice, John Mayer, Never Shout Never. A lot of different styles.

Q: What kind of guitar do you use?

Here’s a funny truth. Right now, I do not have an acoustic. I’ve been borrowing. I am about to buy a Taylor 110, cuz they’re cheap and sound amaaaazing!

Q: What was your best concert experience?

So far, it was when i was playing in Romance On A Rocketship. We played in Plano, Texas for about 1200 kids. It was amazing :)

Q: Who taught you guitar?

Two people. Mr. Hart, my 4th grade band teacher taught me 3 chords. Then i toked lessons for 8 months. I’ve selt taught myself everything else for the last 7 years.

Q: What the one thing in the world that makes you happy?

My Lord & Saviour Jesus Christ (: & Music!


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Thursday November 19, 2009 – Fit For A King:

“Hey boys & girls! Well, I just wanted to update you guys on a big new chapter in my life! I have just recently joined the band Fit For A King. A metalcore outfit from Tyler, Texas. I am going to be touring full time with them now! (: PLESE CHECK US OUT: www.myspace.com/fitforakingband I’m super stoked. It’s a great opportunity for me to do what I love(playing music) & getting to spread the love of God & meet all kinds of amazing people! I will be playing guitar and doing some singing! That doesn’t mean the end of my solo career. I am only just started. I will be doing 2-3 tours in 2010 during off time with FFAK. My first will probably be in April, so let me know where you want me to play! Also, I will update this blog with tour dates for FFAK, just incase you wanna come see me playing with them!” – MySpace

Track Listing:
1. Letting Go
2. Take It All
3. The Brightest Star

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