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Freaked!
''Freaked!: A Gotee Tribute to DC Talk's'' Jesus Freak is a 2006 tribute album primarily featuring covers of songs from the American Christian rap and rock trio DC Talk's 1995 album ''Jesus Freak'', performed by various artists signed to the Gotee Records label. Of the original album's 13 tracks, ''Freaked!'' omits only one: "Alas, My Love", a hidden track at the end of the original album. Track listing Awards In 2007, the album was nominated for a Dove Award for Special Event Album of the Year at the 38th GMA Dove Awards The 38th Annual GMA Dove Awards were held on April 25, 2007 recognizing accomplishments of musicians for the year 2006. The show was held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, and was hosted by Brian Littrell, Natalie Grant, and .... on About.com
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Family Force 5
FF5 (formerly known as Family Force 5, The Phamily, Ground Noise and The Brothers) is an American Christian rock band from Atlanta, Georgia. The band formed in 2005 by brothers Solomon "Soul Glow Activatur" Olds, Joshua "Fatty" Olds, and Jacob "Crouton" Olds along with their two friends, Nathan "Nadaddy" Currin and Brad "20 Cent" Allen, who was later replaced by Derek "Chapstique" Mount. The group has released five studio albums, nine EPs, and two remix albums. They are often noted for their raucous, party-centric personae and eclectic mix of genres, ranging from rap metal to dance-pop. In 2018, the remaining two members, Jacob and Joshua Olds, re-branded the group as FF5 and released the EP ''El Compadre'' on March 2 of that year. History Formation (1993–2003) Family Force 5 was formed in Atlanta, Georgia, under their original name, The Brothers. Three of the five original members, Solomon ("Soul Glow Activatur") and twins Joshua ("Fatty") and Jacob ("Crouton"), are so ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jesus Freak (song)
"Jesus Freak" is a song by the American contemporary Christian music group DC Talk. Released on August 1, 1995, it was the lead radio single from (and lends its name to) the group's fourth album. The song was written and produced by Toby McKeehan and Mark Heimermann. Lyrically, the song is about standing up for the belief in Jesus Christ in the midst of persecution. Musically, the song has been described as alternative rock and grunge. It received airplay on both contemporary Christian music and alternative rock stations, formats that rarely interact. "Jesus Freak" earned DC Talk three GMA Dove Awards. Origin and lyrics After the success of DC Talk's third album, '' Free at Last'' (1992), which was based primarily on hip-hop and pop oriented songwriting, the trio decided to innovate their style. Radwan (2009), p. 5. Michael Tait, one of the members of DC Talk, said, "I was totally into rock and roll at the time ..I really wanted to make a rock record." Taff (2006), p. 8. The ban ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Colored People (song)
"Colored People" is a song written and recorded by Christian rock band DC Talk. The song was one of several radio singles released from their 1995 studio album, ''Jesus Freak''. Music and lyrics "Colored People" is a pop rock song primarily based on acoustic guitars, a background electric guitar, and occasional strings. The verses are sung by Kevin Max, while the chorus vocals are shared by all three members with Michael Tait leading. Lyrically, the song is about appreciation of racial variety, promoting unity and a "kaleidoscopic take on race relations". Release and acclaim The song was released as a single in 1996 and received positive comments from music critics. ''Entertainment Weekly'' editor Laura Jamison said that the album ''Jesus Freak'' "combines textured vocals, aggressive guitar, and solid songwriting, especially on 'Colored People'." In addition to "Jesus Freak" and " Between You and Me," "Colored People" was considered instrumental in breaking DC Talk into the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
What If I Stumble?
"What If I Stumble?" is a song by the American contemporary Christian music group DC Talk. Released in 1995, it was the third radio single from the group's fourth album, ''Jesus Freak''. "What If I Stumble?" received many critical plaudits from Christian sources for its deep and introspective lyrics concerning the possibilities that personal weaknesses could bring shame to Christ. Composition The song features a vocal quote from Brennan Manning. "The greatest single cause of atheism in the world today is Christians who acknowledge Jesus with their lips and then walk out the door and deny him by their lifestyle. That is what an unbelieving world simply finds unbelievable." Release and acclaim The song was released as the third single for ''Jesus Freak'' in 1996 and received positive comments from Christian music critics. "What If I Stumble?" was No. 1 for six weeks on Christian Radio. Other releases Various versions of "What If I Stumble?" have appeared on several DC Talk off ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
4th Avenue Jones
4th Avenue Jones (originally 4th Avenue Jones' and sometimes credited as 4th Ave. Jones') was an American alternative hip hop band based in Los Angeles, California. The band was conceived by Ahmad Ali Lewis, popularly known as Ahmad (rapper), Ahmad. The band's name comes from the popular idiom "Keeping up with the Joneses" and the street in South Los Angeles, South Central Los Angeles where they began their rehearsals. Musical career The Interscope years After the success of his 1994 platinum single "Back in the Day" as an 18-year-old, Ahmad became frustrated by the corporate politics choking the industry and the "plastic junk" being forced on the masses, and decided to abandon his solo career and form his own label, Lookalive Records. Lookalive was formed to bring together a dream team of gifted musicians who were committed to the art of music. The vision for the band was conceived in 1997 when Ahmad Jones commenced rehearsals at a house located on 4th Avenue and Jefferson in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
38th GMA Dove Awards
The 38th Annual GMA Dove Awards were held on April 25, 2007 recognizing accomplishments of musicians for the year 2006. The show was held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, and was hosted by Brian Littrell, Natalie Grant, and Donnie McClurkin. This was the first year in which the awards were called the "GMA Dove Awards" since the 2006 edition was called the "GMA Music Awards". Nominations were announced earlier on February 20, 2007 by Juanita Bynum, Brian Littrell and Thor Ramsey at the Hilton Nashville Downtown in Music City, Tennessee. Following the success from the previous year, Chris Tomlin won six awards, including Artist of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year. Aaron Shust won three awards, including New Artist of the Year. Casting Crowns, Jars of Clay, KJ-52, Gaither Vocal Band, and The Lewis Family each won two awards. Performers Telecast ceremony The following performed: Presenters Telecast ceremony The following presented: *Michael W. Smith * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fighting Instinct
Fighting Instinct was a Christian rock band formed in Winston-Salem/Greensboro, North Carolina. It was founded by TJ Harris and Dallas Farmer. They played together for several years before they met up with Jason Weekly in the Winston-Salem/Greensboro area. Jason Weekly came up with the band's name. They released their first CD, ''Fighting Instinct'', in mid-2006. The first single off this album, "I Found Forever," was featured on both rock and Christian radio stations. "I Found Forever" rose to No. 31 on the active rock charts with virtually no touring. The band's Christian single, "Back to You", reached No. 5 on the Christian CHR charts. "Back to You" and "Just to Please You" were only released to Christian radio stations. In October 2008, the band announced on their MySpace that they were releasing a five-song EP, but also announced they were going to disband at the end of the year. Their Lead Vocalist, TJ Harris, joined the band Decyfer Down in 2008. Later, in 2016, Harris re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
John Reuben
John Reuben (born John Reuben Zappin; January 14, 1979) is an American Christian hip hop artist signed to Gotee Records until late 2010. Reuben has sold over 200,000 copies of his first four albums.Breimeier, Russ (May 2002)"John Reuben - ''Hindsight''."''Christianity Today''. Retrieved February 6, 2007.Farias, Andree (2005)"John Reuben - The Boy vs. The Cynic."''Christianity Today''. Retrieved February 7, 2007."Biography of John Reuben." ''''. Retrieved February 6, 2007. He released his sixth album, '' |
Jesus Freak (album)
''Jesus Freak'' is the fourth studio album by the American Christian rap and rock trio DC Talk, released on November 21, 1995, on ForeFront Records. The style was a marked departure from the group's previous releases, incorporating a heavier rock sound and elements of grunge that was popular at the time. The album was released to both critical and commercial acclaim. It peaked at number 16 on the ''Billboard'' 200 and six of the album's seven singles reached number one across various Christian radio formats. It won the 1997 Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album. ''Jesus Freak'' is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most influential albums in the history of contemporary Christian music (CCM). Background After three albums of hip-hop oriented sound, including DC Talk's Grammy award-winning third album, '' Free at Last'', which was based primarily on hip-hop- and pop-oriented songwriting, the trio decided to innovate and reinvent their style. After three years, D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sarah Kelly
Sarah Jean Kelly Work ID No. 493703552 (born September 13, 1976) is an American contemporary Christian musician from Rockford, Illinois. She was signed to Gotee Records, a Christian label under EMI. Kelly is a two time Grammy Award nominee for albums "Take Me Away" and ''Where The Past Meets Today'' in the category of Best Rock Or Rap Gospel Album. Her music has compared to mainstream artists Sheryl Crow, Janis Joplin, Norah Jones, Carole King, and Sarah McLachlan. She runs a music school in The Woodlands, TX. Personal life Kelly is married to Jonas Ekman whom she met at a concert in Sweden. They were married in 2008. The couple lives in The Woodlands, Texas and she leads worship at Woodlands Church. Discography Sarah Kelly has also recorded a cover of "What If I Stumble," by Christian rock/pop group dc Talk, which appears on the compilation album ''Freaked! A Gotee Tribute to dc Talk's "Jesus Freak."' Sarah Kelly was featured on Jars of Clay's single I'll Fly Away ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Showdown (band)
The Showdown is an American Christian metal band from Elizabethton, Tennessee. While the members of the band are Christian and the band is signed to a Christian record label, the band does not consider itself a Christian act, according to guitarist Josh Childers, while in an interview with Vocalist David Bunton, when asked about a Christian Metal band, answered without correcting the interviewer. Lyrically, their writing tells of heroism, sojourns and battles of life, most of which is influenced by Biblical aspects. As of 2008, they are signed to Solid State Records. The band supposedly formed in 2004 as "The Showdown" but was originally called "2540" from 1999 to 2004. History ''A Chorus of Obliteration'' Prior to becoming The Showdown, the group was known as 2540, and played in a punk rock style. Over time, influences from metal fan Josh saw 2540 morph from punk to metal. This change in style prompted a change of the band's name to "The Showdown". In 2003, Daniel left the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
