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P.O.D. Dance Onto Billboard Top 10/ Christian Soundscan At # 1

(4/16/2008)

Multi-Platinum rockers P.O.D. are back to reclaim their place atop the rock scene with their INO/Columbia Records debut, When Angels & Serpents Dance.  The disc nabs the #9 spot on this week's Billboard Albums Chart and #1 on the Contemporary Christian SoundScan chart.  This marks P.O.D.'s fourth Top 10 release. "Satellite" (2001), "Payable On Death"(2003) and "Testify" (2006) also debuted in the Billboard Top 10 when released.  In addition, P.O.D. have landed the coveted #1 spot on iTunes Rock album chart this past week.
 
Lead vocalist Sonny Sandoval says: "After 16 years of being in P.O.D., the loyalty of The Warriors continue to make us look good.  We are truly grateful and blown away to see another Top 10 debut." 
 
The San Diego quartet's renewed vigor is evident throughout When Angels & Serpents Dance.   From the searing guitar which kicks off the hard-rocking first single, "Addicted," and the striking and poignant, "End Of The World" (complete with gospel choir); to the album's most ferocious track, the savage "God Forbid," the disc has been receiving rave reviews in both the CBA and General Market: 
 
The Oakland Press says:  "The band deliver their most mature and ambitious outing to date.   It's a fresh start to P.O.D. rather than merely returning to the good old days."
 
The disc also received an impressive  2 1/2 stars from USA Today and the band's hometown San Diego Union Tribune quipped: "It's during the softer moments, such as the questioning acoustic ballad "Tell Me Why" and the meticulously layered "Rise Against," that P.O.D. best demonstrate its new maturity, dynamic range and emotional and musical depth."
 
CCM magazine boldly stated that "If this amazing album doesn't get the music world's attention upon its release, there just might have to be a revolution," while Aspiring Retail remarked, "P.O.D. reemerge as aggressive as ever, but have a more mature, passionate pulse, purposed to please their passionate fan base. "When Angels and Serpents Dance" displays an impressive range in this13-song collection."
 
When Angels and Serpents Dance (produced by Jay Baumgardner: Evanescence, etc.)  is ultimately a record of P.O.D. in 2008.   "As far as P.O.D. goes it's always for the moment," Sandoval says.  "I just kind of go through it and whatever the song brings out in us that's it. There's a lot of passion on this record."
 
Indeed, When Angels and Serpents Dance is the sound of a rejuvenated band: passionate, aggressive and with a message for our times.



www.payableondeath.com



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Revelation, Third Day's Follow-up To Wherever You Are Is Set For July 29th

(4/14/2008)

Third Day To Perform At Papal Youth Rally On April 19th


Revelation, multi-million selling rock band Third Day's first studio album in three years, will be released on July 29th by Essential Records, a division of SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT. Recorded with producer Howard Benson (Daughtry, P.O.D., Flyleaf, Hoobastank) in Los Angeles, Revelation is the follow-up to Third Day's Wherever You Are, which debuted at No. 8 on The Billboard 200 chart in 2005 and went on to become the band's third consecutive studio album to win a GRAMMY award.


One of the top-ranked touring bands according to Pollstar, Third Day has embarked on its most ambitious outing to date, which will take the group to more than 100 markets in 2008. The band is particularly honored to have been selected to perform at the Papal Youth Rally at St. Joseph's Seminary in Yonkers, NY on April 19th. The rally will be one of the key stops on Pope Benedict XVI's trip to the United States, which will include visits to Washington, DC, the United Nations and the World Trade Center site.


"Call My Name," the achingly beautiful lead single from Revelation, released to radio on April 4th with an impressive 69 adds out of the box. The album reflects Third Day's Southern-rock influences, but also exudes a palpable vulnerability in both song matter and performance as the Atlanta-based band explores mankind's never-ending search for identity. Guest artists include Chris Daughtry (on "Slow Down") Flyleaf's Lacey Mosely (on "Born Again") and pedal steel guitar wizard Robert Randolph (on "Otherside").


Billboard has called Third Day "one of the best rock bands, period" and, over the past decade, the group has racked up 24 No. 1 radio singles, sold more than six million albums and garnered three GRAMMY awards (with eight nominations), 23 Dove Awards, two consecutive American Music Award nods and multiple ASCAP honors. They've been covered by CBS' "60 Minutes," ABC's "Nightline," NBC's "Today" show and USA Today, performed on NBC's "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and forged a historic partnership with Chevrolet.


Comprised of lead vocalist Mac Powell, guitarist Mark Lee, bassist Tai Anderson and drummer David Carr, Third Day's humanitarian efforts include raising nearly $300,000 for the victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita and charities such as the Blood:Water Mission, and encouraging more than 15,000 fans to sponsor children across the globe through the work of World Vision.


The track listing* for Revelation is as follows:


1.      This is Who I Am
2.      Slow Down
3.      Call My Name
4.      Run to You
5.      Revelation
6.      Otherside
7.      Let Me Love You
8.      I Will Always be True
9.      Born Again
10.     Give Love
11.     Caught Up in Yourself
12.     Ready
13.     Take it All


*Track listing subject to change



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Radio Responds To Third Day's 'Call My Name'

(4/12/2008)
Longtime fans of the epic, rock sound of Third Day got their first taste of the band's upcoming studio album Revelation (7/29/08) with the release of the project's debut single, "Call My Name," which became an instant smash hit at radio across the country.

"Call My Name" was an immediate add for 69 stations (52 AC, 17 CHR) from all over the country, including some of Christian radio's key outlets, such as KLOVE, WAWZ - Star 99.1 New York City, WFSH - The Fish Atlanta, WLFJ - His Radio, WFFH - The Fish Nashville, KTIS - Minneapolis, KSBJ - Houston, KXOJ - Tulsa, KCMS - Spirit 105.3 Seattle, KFIS - The Fish Portland, and KDUV - Fresno/Visalia.
 
The driving guitars, the instantly familiar yet startlingly tender voice of Mac Powell, and the universal theme of reaching out to God in the midst of the everyday has touched a chord with listeners anxious for the return of Third Day to airwaves and concert stages alike.
 
"'Call My Name' is the best upbeat radio song from Third Day, ever," says Bob Thornton from Tulsa's, KXOJ. "I'd play it ten times an hour if I could!"
 
Shannon Steele of Fresno/Visalia's KDUV, shares, "One of the greatest issues our listeners face is the feeling of isolation. 'Call My Name' is a song that conveys the message that we don't have to walk through life alone. Beyond testing well, I'm sure this song will connect with our listener and offer a message that's priceless."
 
The single also debuted as an exclusive for-sale download on Amazonmp3.com and stormed to the No. 1 spot within its first few hours of availability, even passing Justin Timberlake and Madonna's new single, "4 Minutes."
 
The World Premiere performance of "Call My Name" is happening exclusively during the Dove Awards – only on Gospel Music Channel, LIVE Wednesday April 23rd starting at 8 pm eastern. Gospel Music Channel is available on DIRECTV Channel 338 and on cable – check local listings.
 
Third Day's Revelation releases on July 29, followed by a summer of festival appearances and an ambitious fall tour schedule to be announced in coming weeks.
 
About Third Day:
Over the past decade, Third Day has racked up 24 No. 1 radio singles and sold more than six million albums, with RIAA certifications including one Platinum record, one Platinum DVD, and six Gold records. The band has garnered 23 career Dove Awards, three GRAMMY Awards (with eight career nominations), two consecutive American Music Award nods, multiple ASCAP honors, and has developed a historic partnership with Chevrolet. Third Day has maintained a touring record second-to-none by playing for audiences reaching into the millions. In addition to these many accolades, the band is most proud of its humanitarian efforts that include raising nearly $300,000 for the victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita and charities such as the Blood:Water Mission. The band is responsible for encouraging more than 15,000 fans to sponsor children across the globe through the work of World Vision. For more information on Third Day, please visit:  www.ThirdDay.com.


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Dove Awards Will Pull Out All The Stop On April 23 Show

(4/10/2008)
American Idol® previous finalists Phil Stacey, Mandisa and Chris Sligh; Dove Award Female Vocalist of the Year Natalie Grant with country icon Wynonna, 19 Recordings/Jive Recording Artist Jordin Sparks; Ricky Skaggs and The Whites and Point Of Grace with Cindy Morgan are the latest performers added to the increasingly luminous line-up for the 39th Annual GMA Dove Awards (www.doveawards.com) telecast, according to the Gospel Music Association (GMA) and Gospel Music Channel (GMC).
 
Gospel and Christian music's biggest night of the year will take place live on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 in Nashville at the Grand Ole Opry House and will be broadcast live nationwide on the Gospel Music Channel television network from 8 – 10 p.m. (ET).  The Dove Awards will also be broadcast live on XM Satellite Radio on XM 32 "The Message."
 
Joining Skaggs and The Whites and the previously announced Charlie Daniels with Third Day's Mac Powell will be The Isaacs, Angella Christie, The Hoppers, Jeff and Sheri Easter and Karen Peck and New River for an "Opry at the Doves" special performance.  Also performing will be New Artist of the Year Nominees 33 Miles, Brandon Heath, Group 1 Crew, Mandisa, Rush Of Fools and DeWayne Woods. 
 
The vibrant tapestry of artists tapped for performances ensure that the 2008 Dove Awards telecast will include many extraordinary moments, including several especially created for the occasion:
 
•       The world premiere of music created for Compassionart (http://compassionart.co.uk/), a newly formed charity founded by Delirious? frontman/songwriter Martin Smith that is dedicated to seeing works of art generate income for the poorest of the poor.  Smith hosted an unprecedented gathering of award winning Christian music songwriters in the UK in January and recording is underway for a charity project that will release in the fall.  Smith, along with Aussie worship leader Darlene Zschech will appear via satellite video to introduce the first live performance of "So Great" featuring previously announced performers and Compassionart songwriters Chris Tomlin, Steven Curtis Chapman, Israel Houghton, Michael W. Smith, Paul Baloche and Christy Nockels.
 
•       2008 marks the 25th year that Dove and Grammy wining artist Michael W. Smith has been performing and recording his beloved music.  Countless artists have been influenced by him including Idol finalists Phil Stacey, Mandisa and Chris Sligh.  They, along with Amy Grant, who first brought Smith to renown as her piano player and co-songwriter and Jordin Sparks, who in 2005 and 2006 performed on Smith's Christmas Tour, will remember his influence with a medley of their favorite "Smitty" songs. 
 
•       Iconic artist Wynonna makes her first performance on the Dove Awards stage with Natalie Grant who is the reigning two-time Dove Award Female Vocalist of the Year for a duet that promises to be one of the most powerful and mesmerizing of the Dove Awards, if not the whole Awards season.  The two will perform the powerful "Bring it All Together" from Grant's acclaimed Relentless project. 
 
•       The Grand Ole Opry may be more famous for its weekly country music performances, gospel music is woven just as tightly into the heritage of the famed building and the Dove Awards will culminate its show with an "Opry at the Doves" featuring gospel, country and bluegrass artists singing their powerfully simple songs of faith and conviction.  Ricky Skaggs and The Whites will perform "Love Will Be Enough" from their Dove-nominated and Grammy-winning Salt of the Earth CD, while Jeff and Sheri Easter, The Hoppers and Karen Peck and New River will perform a medley of southern gospel favorites.  Charlie Daniels will lead a "choir" of artists including Third Day's Mac Powell, The Isaacs, Angella Christie and other singers to bring a rousing close to the evening's festivities with "I'll Fly Away."
 
Confirmed as presenters are Kirk Franklin and Matthew West and Dove Award nominees Skillet, Aaron Shust, Mark Lowry, TobyMac, Sandi Patty, Rob Beckley of Pillar, Mark Schultz, and Leonardo.  ABC Good Morning America comedy contributor Anita Renfroe will also be on hand to present at the Dove Awards along with fellow comic Michael Jr., R&B singer Regina Belle and from the NFL, Cincinnati Bengals TE Ben Utecht.  Other previously announced performers include Casting Crowns, Marvin Sapp, Switchfoot, The Clark Sisters, David Crowder*Band and Trin-i-tee 5:7.
 
Gospel Music Channel is the exclusive television home for the GMA Dove Awards.  GMC is the fastest growing television network in America and can be seen in 40 million homes across the country on DIRECTV channel 338, cable systems including Comcast, Time Warner, Cox, Charter, and Knology as well as on Verizon FiOS.  In addition to the live telecast, GMC will present back-to-back encore broadcasts that night and additional re-airings following.
Tickets for the 39th Annual GMA Dove Awards are currently available at TicketMaster or www.doveawards.com.
The American Bible Society (www.bibles.com) is the presenting sponsor of the 2008 telecast and the designated charity of the 39th Annual GMA Dove Awards.


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Jeremy Camp Sees Double With Two #1 Singles On Two Formats

(4/10/2008)

BEC Recordings' artist Jeremy Camp is honored this week as his two current singles top the charts at AC and CHR formats.  Camp's "No Matter What It Takes" grabs No. 1 at R&R's Christian CHR format as "Let It Fade" remains at the top on the R&R Christian AC Monitored and Indicator panels for the seventh week combined.  "Let It Fade" is a multi-format smash as it was No. 1 at CHR in 2007.  These singles mark Camp's 16th career No. 1 hits and the fifth top single from his latest project Beyond Measure (2006) making Jeremy Camp a multi-format artist with hit singles at all formats (CHR, AC, INSPO, and Rock).


Radio station KLTY's Mike Prendergast speaks of the radio impact that Camp continues to have, "Jeremy has really connected over the years with our audience, and continues to produce hit after hit!"


Reinforcing the aforementioned quote, Assistant Program Director from KDUV Shannon Steele, shares, "The day I met Jeremy Camp I knew this was a guy that was going to continue to pour his heart and soul into this industry and convey a message that connected with 'Heather.' Sixteen No. 1s later he's still writing songs that express his faith in a genuine way.  Jeremy's songwriting comes from the best place of all...his genuine desire to reach people with the message of Christ."


These radio accomplishments follow Camp's successful run with the co-headline "Boomin' Beyond Measure" tour with TobyMac and special guest Matthew West, which hit 25+ key markets across the nation.  Jumping into the summer, Camp will be preparing to headline all the major Christian festivals in the country. 


After the busy touring season, Camp will enter the studio in May with acclaimed award winning producer Brown Bannister (Amy Grant, Steven Curtis Chapman, MercyMe).  He will be recording his fourth studio project titled "Speaking Louder Than Before" currently set to release November 25, 2008.


For more information on summer tour dates and recording updates: www.jeremycamp.com



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Red's 'Let Go' Selected By Activision For Baja 1000 Video Game

(4/10/2008)
Modern rock band Red is clearly not afraid to continue to show why its debut album, End of Silence (6/6/06) is an album to be taken very seriously. At a time when most people assume the band is on its second, or third, project, Red shows further evidence that the silence truly ended on June 6, 2006, the release date of End of Silence. Still touring in support of End of Silence, Red currently boasts the following stats, ALL from its debut: "Let Go" being selected by Activision, for the videogame "Baja 1000"; "Already Over" premiering on FUSE.TV (4/4/08); a top 10 hit at R&R Active Rock Radio ("Breathe Into Me"); a GRAMMY Award nomination; a Dove Award win (and additional nominations); four number one radio singles at Christian Rock radio; "Let Go" being used by CBS in promotion spots for its hit, drama "Without A Trace;" and now a stellar single review of "Already Over," by Billboard Magazine. "Already Over" is currently No. 24 on the R&R Active Rock radio chart.
 
Red will be on tour with 3 Doors Down through the end of April, then will join Seether and Flyleaf, in May. For all current Red tour dates, visit www.myspace.com/dropofred.
 
Billboard Magazine offers the following review of "Already Over" in its April 12 edition. "Evanescence defined catchy orchestra- and goth-flavored rock that excelled for its emotional depth. Nashville's Red, newly upstreamed from Provident Label Group to Epic, turns that sound into its own on 'Already Over.' Singer Michael Barnes throws back his head and howls in anguish at love's demise, while the band lets it rip with one walloping crescendo after another. This is the masculine side of the story when it comes to misery, as piano trickling in the background reminds that guys can also be fragile inside. It's no accident that "Already Over" is swiftly ascending at radio – it's but one killer song from the act's 2006 End of Silence debut that has plumped up sales of the rereleased album past the 200,000 mark."
 
Red is nominated for a Dove Award at the 39th Annual GMA Dove Awards, in the Rock Recorded Song category, for its No. 1 hit song "Break Me Down" from its album End of Silence. The 39th Annual GMA Dove Awards show will be presented on April 23, 2008 at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville and broadcast live on Gospel Music Channel (www.gospelmusicchannel.com). A complete list of nominations is available online at www.doveawards.com.
 
Since the June 6, 2006 release of its debut album, End of Silence (Essential Records), Red has toured non-stop (over 250 dates per year), collected four No. 1 radio singles at Christian Rock radio ("Breathe Into Me," "Already Over," "Break Me Down" and "Let Go"), won a Dove Award (Rock Recorded Song for "Breathe Into Me"), and received a GRAMMY nomination in the category Best Rock or Rap Gospel Album for End of Silence. The five-member band is: Michael Barnes, lead vocals; Anthony Armstrong, guitar; Randy Armstrong, bass; Jasen Rauch, guitar; and Hayden Lamb, drums. End of Silence was produced by Dove-nominated producer/songwriter Rob Graves and mixed by Ben Grosse (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fuel, Sixpence None the Richer).
 
For additional information on Red, visit www.redmusiconline.com or www.myspace.com/dropofred.


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Third Day Honored By Georgia General Assembly

(4/10/2008)
Atlanta-based rock band, Third Day was recently honored with a House Resolution by the Georgia General Assembly. Driven by Representative Amy Carter of the 175th District, House Resolution 1878 was read before the General Assembly on April 1, 2008, followed by a presentation of the Resolution to the band, who was on hand to receive this tribute.

Representative Carter noted, "Third Day has represented the state of Georgia with honor and we're very proud to recognize them with this Resolution. We congratulate the band members on their successes and wish them all the best in coming years."

Mark Lee, Third Day guitarist, shared, "We are very honored to receive this House Resolution, not just because we consider it a major recognition of our music and work, but because it comes from our home state."

Third Day is readying to release its 11th studio project, Revelation, on July 29. Produced by Howard Benson (Daughtry, P.O.D., Flyleaf and Hoobastank) the 13-song project reflects its Southern rock influences, but also delivers real, palpable vulnerability in both song matter and performance. With guest vocals by Chris Daughtry, Flyleaf's Lacey Mosely and Robert Randolph the album is highly anticipated.

The album's first single, the aching love song "Call My Name" releases to Christian radio on April 4, and sets the stage for the album's release on July 29, followed by a summer of festival appearances and an ambitious fall tour schedule that will be released in coming weeks.

About Third Day:
Over the past decade, Third Day has racked up 24 No.1 radio singles and sold more than six million albums, with RIAA certifications including one Platinum record, one Platinum DVD, and six Gold records. The band has garnered 23 career Dove Awards, three GRAMMY Awards (with eight career nominations), two consecutive American Music Award nods, multiple ASCAP honors, and has developed a historic partnership with Chevrolet. Third Day has maintained a touring record second-to-none by playing for audiences reaching into the millions. In addition to these many accolades, the band is most proud of its humanitarian efforts that include raising nearly $300,000 for the victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita and charities such as the Blood:Water Mission. The band is responsible for encouraging more than 15,000 fans to sponsor children across the globe through the work of World Vision. For more information on Third Day, please visit:  www.ThirdDay.com.


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Hawk Nelson Is My Friend Gives Band No. 34 Debut On Billboard

(4/10/2008)

With the highly anticipated release of the third studio project last week, punk-rock foursome Hawk Nelson debuts on the Billboard Top 200 at No. 34 beating out their last release's peak position (No. 76) selling more than 18k units. Hawk Nelson Is My Friend was also the top selling new release on the Christian album chart in addition to the comprehensive chart.  The album also successfully debuted on the digital store iTunes with a No. 13 debut on the Top 100 albums chart on street day and remains on that chart one week later. Also the debut single "Friend Like That" sold 25,000 digital copies up to street week on iTunes.


"We couldn't be happier with the first week sales," Tooth&Nail Records President Brandon Ebel shared. "Hawk Nelson worked incredibility hard in the studio and on the road, which definitely established the groundwork for this record to succeed. In addition to being the highest first week for the band, it's also the highest scanning CBA artist release for the year!  We are really excited about that, and proud of the guys.  It's also important to note that each scan was sold for a reasonable price. There were no $5 fire-sales or substantial artists pre-sales on this release.  This says a lot about the loyalty of the Hawk Nelson fan, and the caliber of the team that worked on this release.  We're really excited to watch this record continue to grow."


Hawk Nelson credits their avid fans for their successful career that has sold more than a half-million units and landed them in major films and appearances throughout the past four years.  Hawk Nelson Is My Friend is a tribute to their fans with the title coming from the most popular band t-shirt since their beginning. The t-shirt has become a staple with their fans and also been the inspiration for the current Green T tour.  Hawk Nelson wanted to not only account their success to their loyal fanbase with the album title, but to give them a special tour with significance of the "Green T."


Hawk Nelson Is My Friend was produced by the award-winning David Bendeth (Elvis, Paramore, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus). In addition to writing with longtime friend Trevor McNevan from Thousand Foot Krutch, the band also met and wrote with Matthew Gerrard (High School Musical, Hannah Montana), Our Lady Peace lead singer Raine Maida (Avril Lavigne, Kelly Clarkson), and '80s pop star-turned-hit songsmith Richard Marx ("Right Here Waiting," Keith Urban).  The album covers topics of friendship, loss of loved ones, and being true to one's self. 


Hawk Nelson continues on their highly successful Green T Tour through May 3rd.  The 47 city tour also features RunKidRun, who release their sophomore project on Tooth&Nail Records April 29th (Love At The Core), and special guests Capital Lights, the newly signed labelmates who will be releasing their debut July 8th.


For more information on Hawk Nelson, their new release and tour go to their official website.



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Tobymac To Perform For The Pope At New York Youth Rally

(4/5/2008)

Marking his third performance at an event with a Pope, TobyMac has been confirmed as a performer at a Youth Rally on April 19th at St. Joseph's Seminary in Yonkers, NY which will be presided over by Pope Benedict XVI.  DC Talk performed at such rallies in Denver (1993) and St. Louis (1999), both of which were presided over by the late Pope John Paul II. The 2008 rally's purpose is to encourage youth to seek vocations within the church.


On his inaugural visit to the United States Pope Benedict XVI is attending open-air masses in both Washington D.C. and New York City, and delivering an address to the United Nations and visit to the World Trade Center site.


About being asked to perform before the Pope at the Rally, TobyMac commented, "It's an honor to participate in this Papal visit.  Not too many artists are given this opportunity. We have great respect for the work he does."


TobyMac recently completed his "Boomin' Beyond Measure Tour" with Jeremy Camp and is preparing for the release of his first Live CD and DVD as a solo artist, "Alive and Transported," which hits the streets May 26th.   In addition he is slated to headline numerous summer festivals including Spirit West Coast, Icthus, Atlantafest, Alive, Creation East and West, Sonshine, and more.


Stay updated with all things TobyMac at http://www.tobymac.com

With over 8 million career scans, the GRAMMY-nominated "Portable Sounds" is TobyMac's latest and highest solo debut ever on the Billboard Top 200 chart (No. 10), and after hitting No. 1 on SoundScan's Contemporary Christian Overall chart in its first week as well, the project has scanned over 300,000 units and is still solidly in the top 20 after 48 weeks of release. Along with this sales success, TobyMac was named R&R's Christian CHR Artist of the Year, while over 100 Christian radio stations played his smash hit singles "I'm For You" and "Made to Love", and his video for his rock hit "Boomin'"was named the Gospel Music Channel's Video of the Year and CCM magazine reader's Best Music VIdeo for 2007.  TobyMac released his solo debut ("Momentum" 2001) followed by the critically acclaimed "Welcome to Diverse City" (2004), both of which received GRAMMY nominations, and most recently were awarded RIAA Gold Certification. As a solo artist, in addition to rave reviews and a favorite in magazine and internet Reader's Choice polls each year, including 2007's CCM magazine Best Male Artist of the Year, TobyMac has also won seven Dove Awards, received nine GMA Music/Dove Award nominations, and was recently nominated for an American Music Award as Favorite Inspirational Artist.



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Fireflight's New Online Community Sees Impact

(4/5/2008)
Fireflight's New Online Community sees Impact; Hit Song "Unbreakable" Jumps to No. 4 at CHR This Week:

As Fireflight's No. 1 Rock song Unbreakable seizes the CHR chart this week-leaping to No. 4, the band continues to reach out to fans with its web site Iamunbreakable.com. Since the site's launch on March 13, Iamunbreakable.com has been visited 9,000 times with an average of 300 viewers per day from Fireflight fans in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Germany, Japan, Romania, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Australia and China. Hundreds of people are sharing their stories about what the concept of "Unbreakable" means to them. From depression, suicide, and cutting to eating disorders, divorce, and drugs, Fireflight's powerful anthem has undoubtedly opened the eyes of audiences to the triumph found through faith. Fireflight lead singer Dawn Richardson has been touched by the outpouring of fans and recently posted a comment saying: "This site is unique in that it gives you an opportunity to really live with not only the imagery of this song, but also the very heart of its narrative. We all have our own story, and so often we can hear it playing in the words and melodies of a song. In the end, it is our greatest hope that you will use this site as a pathway to find not only a piece of yourself, but also a greater courage than you have ever known."
 
 Along with the success of Iamunbreakable.com, Fireflight's Myspace page currently has 1.4 million song plays. Visit here: www.Iamunbreakable.com

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