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Newsboys are a Grammy Award-nominated Contemporary Christian pop rock band. The band was formed in Australia in 1985 and has been one of the most popular and best-selling Christian music artists of the past two decades. Formation–1985 Newsboys' original core members, bassist Sean Taylor, vocalist John James, and drummer Peter Furler, formed the band in Mooloolaba, Australia in 1985 along with Furler's guitarist school mate, George Perdikis. The band's original name was The News, but once in the US they changed it to The Newsboys to avoid conflict with another US based band. The band came to the United States in late 1987 after getting signed with Refuge Communications, and released the album Read All About It in 1988. After signing with Star Song Communications, they released three more albums from 1990 to 1991: Hell Is For Wimps, Boys Will Be Boyz, and Turn. None of the three albums garnered much attention, and the band's lineup changed with every release.1992–2000 It wasn't until their 1992 album, Not Ashamed (which featured a re-make of the DeGarmo & Key hit "Boycott Hell"), that the band gained notice in the Christian music scene. The title track of the album became a huge hit on Christian radio and elevated the band's profile considerably. Notably, Steve Taylor, a quirky singer well-known within the Christian music community, began a partnership with the band, producing the band's record and writing most of the lyrics for their songs; Furler remained the band's primary songwriter. In 1994, amidst continued lineup changes (which included mainstays Jody Davis & Duncan Phillips), the band released Going Public, their fifth album and first smash success. The record proved to be a watershed for the group, winning a Dove Award for "Rock album of the Year" in 1995 [2]. It also produced 1 hits such as "Spirit Thing", "Let It Rain", and, most notably, "Shine". "Shine" quickly became an enormous hit and one of the most recognizable songs in Christian music, also taking the 1995 Dove for "Rock Recorded Song of the Year". In 2006, CCM Magazine listed "Shine" in the top ten in its ranking of the 100 Greatest Songs in Christian music. Going Public turned Newsboys into one of the top acts in Christian music. The eagerly-anticipated follow-up, Take Me To Your Leader (1996), did not disappoint fans, either. The additions of Phillip Joel Urry & Jeff Frankenstein finalized a regular roster of musicians for the band and generally showcased a bigger rock sound than in past projects. Because of the large size of the band, their concerts were full of energy with various members trading instruments as well as introducing Peter's rotating drum set. The album produced more 1 hits: "God Is Not A Secret", "Reality", "Breakfast", and the title track. This album also snagged the groups third Dove, this time for "Recorded Music Packaging of the Year". [3] The album solidified the band's place in the Christian music industry. In 1997, John James announced he would be leaving the band to become a pastor. Despite the loss of the longtime frontman, the band pressed on. Furler easily switched from drums to vocals (as he had recorded most of the songs on past albums) and Duncan Phillips, who had previously played keyboards and percussion for the band, became the new drummer. From 1998 to 2003, the band's lineup of Furler, bassist Phil Joel, guitarist Jody Davis, keyboardist Jeff Frankenstein, and Phillips stayed constant. Often, at concerts and festivals such as Spirit West Coast, the band played "Breakfast" as the final song. It was customary for fans to purchase boxes of Captain Crunch and throw the cereal onto the stage, cued by "And Captain Crunch is waving farewell". A Captain Crunch fight between band members would ensue. When Newsboys released its first post-James record, Step Up to the Microphone (1998), it quickly became clear that the band's popularity was still intact; the album sold well and produced, among other hits, the ubiquitous hit "Entertaining Angels", whose video won the 1999 Dove for "Short Form Music Video of the Year". [4] During the resulting "Step Up To The Microphone" tour, the band featured the drums on a rotating platform that could tilt downward up to 90 degrees. In fact, there were two sets of drums and Peter Furler (the original drummer) and Duncan Phillips would wear seat belts and have a rotating drum-off. This feature is still used on their tours and has grown to be quite popular. The band returned in 1999 with the oddly-titled Love Liberty Disco, the band's only album to majorly deviate from their pop rock sound. Featuring 60's era-inspired pop and disco, the album delivered radio single hits such as "Beautiful Sound", "Good Stuff", and "Love Liberty Disco". 2000–present In 2000, Newsboys helped start and headlined the annual, traveling CCM festival Festival Con Dios with Audio Adrenaline and The O.C. Supertones. The festival was known for featuring popular Christian bands and for its motocross stunts. Also in 2000, Newsboys released a greatest hits compilation, Shine: The Hits, which did not include any songs from the Love Liberty Disco album but included four new songs, two of which ("Joy" and "Who") went to 1. The band did not release any all new material until the spring of 2002 when they released Thrive. Featuring a return to pop-rock, the album also showcased one of the band's biggest hits: "It Is You". The success of the worshipful "It Is You" perhaps paved the way for newsboys' first praise and worship album in 2003: Adoration: The Worship Album. The album soon became the band's best-selling to date, based on the strength of singles "He Reigns" and "You Are My King (Amazing Love)". Late in 2003, guitarist Jody Davis left the band to care for his sick daughter, Bethany; he was replaced by Bryan Oleson, who agreed to be a temporary replacement until the band found a replacement for Davis. The band returned in 2004 with another worship album: Devotion, led by the single, "Presence (My Heart's Desire)". The album was not nearly as successful as its predecessor, one reason arguably being the modest impact the singles had on Christian radio. In 2006, Bryan Oleson left the band to focus on his own band, Casting Pearls. Paul Colman, a respected Australian Christian singer-songwriter and long time personal friend of Peter Furler, replaced him as guitarist. Although the band is currently based in Nashville, its lineup remains predominantly Australian. Of the current lineup of Furler, Frankenstein, Phillips, and Colman, only Frankenstein (Michigan) hails from outside Australia. The band's latest radio hits came in 2006 with a live version of "I Am Free" (originally written by Jon Egan of the Desperation Band), and "Wherever We Go". On October 31, 2006, Newsboys have released their newest pop/rock record entitled GO, as well as an iTunes GO EP, including the songs "Wherever We Go", "GO", and "I Am Free". The album was the band's first under their new Inpop Records label, and received strong reviews, praising the group's return to its original rock sound. "GO" featured upcoming Christian artist David Eri as a co-writer. Their song "Something Beautiful" was a big hit on Christian Hit Radio, becoming the fifth most played song on CHR stations in 2007 according to R&R magazine.[1] Newsboys music is featured in the Christian video game Dance Praise. "Woo Hoo" from Step Up To The Microphone is included with the game. "You Are My King" and "It Is You" can be added to the song list via the Dance Praise Expansion Pack Volume 1: Modern Worship. "Devotion" can be added to the game via the Dance Praise Expansion Pack Volume 3: Rock & Pop Hits. In 2007, Phil Joel announced that he would leave the band to pursue his own projects and albums, bringing his time with the band to a close. In May, 2007 The Newsboys announced that they will release the remixed version of the hit album "GO" which will include the smash hits "Wherever We Go" and "Something Beautiful. The CD was released on May 8, 2007" Featuring unique mixes by famed producers Tedd T., Jeff Frankenstein of newsboys, Max Hsu of Superchick and Lee Bridges. The "GO Remixed" album has been released and is available for purchase. On November 20, 2007 the Newsboys released their newest album entitled The Greatest Hits. It features newer hit songs like "Wherever We Go," "Something Beautiful," "It Is You," "Million Pieces," and "You Are My King," in addition to older hits like "Reality," "Shine," "Not Ashamed," and many more. The 18 song CD also features two new songs "I Fought the La" (which features the singing of "La's" by the crowd from the Six Flags St. Louis Newsboys Concert of the GO Tour 8/11/2007), and "Stay Strong." In 2008, according to jesusfreakhideout.com, newsboys are set to release GO live.
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Newsboys are one of the most successful and most recognized bands in all of Christian Music. From their explosive, high energy live shows to their highly successful CDs, Newsboys continue to set the mark for Christian bands. With the release of The Greatest Hits, the band offers 16 of their most popular songs plus 2 brand new songs that will surely become favorites. Newsboys continue to sell more than 200,000 CDs each year, making them one of the best selling Christian Music artists.
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Peter Furler - lead vocals
Duncan Phillips - drums/percussions
Jeff Frankenstein - Keyboard
Paul Coleman - guitar
1. Stand Up For Jesus
2. In The End
3. Simple Man!
4. All I Can See
5. Ten Thousand Miles
6. Somethin's Missing
7. Get Up For Love
8. Sea of Love
9. Love You Tomorrow
10. Victory
1. Kingdom Man
2. You and Me
3. One Heart
4. Turn
5. Precious Love
6. Taste and See
7. Not Stand Silent
8. Sing Aloud
9. Stay With Me
10. Israel
11. Taste and See (Remix)
1. I Got Your Number
2. Listen For the Shout
3. Lighthouse
4. It's Joy
5. You're Still There
6. Read All About It
7. Hold On Tight
8. Never Surrender
9. The Big Time
10. He's Coming Back
1. I Cannot Get You Out Of My System
2. I'm Not Ashamed
3. Where You Belong/Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
4. Upon This Rock
5. Strong Love
6. Dear Shame
7. Boycott Hell
8. We Come Togehter
9. Love Come True
10. Lost The Sky Again
1. Real Good Thing
2. Shine
3. Spirit Thing
4. Let It Rain
5. Going Public
6. Truth and Consequences
7. Lights Out
8. Be Still
9. When You Call My Name
10. Elle G.
1. God Is Not A Secret
2. Take Me To Your Leader
3. Breathe
4. Reality
5. Breakfast
6. Let It Go
7. Cup O'Tea
8. It's All Who You Know
9. Miracle Child
10. Lost The Plot
11. Breathe (Benediction)
1. Woohoo
2. Step Up To The Microphone
3. Entertaining Angels
4. Believe
5. Tuning In
6. Truth Be Known-Everybody Gets A Shot
7. Deep End
8. Hallelujah
9. The Tide
10. Always
1. Entertaining Angels
2. Entertaining Angels (Light Mix)
3. Entertaining Angels (Alternative Mix)
4. Shine 2000
5. Not Ashamed (Remixed)
6. Untitled Studio Rough
1. Beautiful Sound
2. Love Liberty Disco
3. Forever Man
4. Good Stuff
5. Everybody's Someone
6. Say You Need Love
7. I Would Give Everything
8. Break
9. I Surrender All
10. Fall on You
1. Shine
2. I’m Not Ashamed
3. Breakfast
4. Reality
5. Take Me To Your Leader
6. Joy
7. Entertaining Angels
8. Praises
9. Spirit Thing
10. Woohoo
11. Step Up to the Microphone
12. God Is Not a Secret
13. Where You Belong/Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
14. Who?
15. Believe
16. I Got Your Number
17. Mega-Mix
1. Giving It Over
2. Live In Stereo
3. Million Pieces (Kissin’ Your Cares Goodbye)
4. Thrive
5. Rescue
6. It Is You
7. Cornelius
8. The Fad of the Land
9. John Woo
10. Lord (I Don’t Know)
1. It Is You [UK Mix]
2. Joy [Let’s Be Frank Mix]
3. Lord [Father B. Mix]
4. Million Pieces [A Million and One Mix]
5. Beautiful Sound [Below The Radar Mix]
6. Thrive [Is That James Dancing? Mix]
7. Good Stuff [NYC Mix]
8. Fad of the Land [Lounge Mix]
9. Entertaining Angels [02R Mix]
10. Shine [YZ250F Mix]
11. Love Liberty Disco [All Mixed Up Mix]
12. Rescue [Helmet Mix]
13. Mega Mix
1. He Reigns
2. You Are My King (Amazing Love)
3. Great Is Thy Faithfulness
4. Take My Hands (Praises)
5. Adoration
6. In Christ Alone
7. Lord (I Don’t Know) [Live]
8. It Is You [Live]
9. Father, Blessed Father
10. Hallelujah
1. Devotion
2. I Love Your Ways
3. Presence (My Heart’s Desire)
4. Strong Tower
5.God of Nations
6. Blessed Be Your Name
7. The Orphan
8. Landslide of Love
9. Name Above All Names
10. When Tears Fall
1. Beautiful Sound
2. It Is You
3. Lord (I Don’t Know)
4. He Reigns
5. You Are My King (Amazing Love)
6. Devotion
7. Presence (My Heart’s Desire)
8. Strong Tower
9. God of Nations
10. Blessed Be Your Name
1.Wherever We Go
2. Go
3. Something Beautiful
4. The Mission
5. Let It All Come Out
6. In Wonder
7. Your Love Is Better Than Life
8. I Am Free
9. Secret Kingdom
10. The Letter (One of a Kind)
11. Gonna Be Alright
1. Wherever We Go
2. Go
3. Something Beautiful
4. Your Love Is Better Than Life (St. Petersburg remix)
5. City to City
6. The Mission
7. Secret Kingdom
8. I am Free
9. In Wonder
10. Let It All Come Out
11. Gonna Be Alright
1. Shine (Remix)
2. I’m Not Ashamed
3. Breakfast
4. Reality
5. Take Me To Your Leader
6. Joy
7. Entertaining Angels
8. It Is You
9. He Reigns
10. Spirit Thing
11. Million Pieces (Kissin’ Your Cares Goodbye)
12. You Are My King (Amazing King)
13. In The Belly Of The Whale
14. Real Good Thing
15. Wherever We Go
16. Something Beautiful
17. I Fought The Law
18. Stay Strong
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Fun Facts about the Newsboys:
Peter Furler
Full name: Peter Andrew Furler
Birthday: September 8, 1966
nicknames: McCracken, 'Pietro the juggler of
Death', Baldy, Dood
Wife: Summer
Hobbies: Surfing at Point Nashville
Pets: Dogs named Bull (poodle), Coco
Favorite cartoon: Scooby-Doo
Dream car: FB Holden
Duncan Phillips
Full name:Duncan Arthur Phillips
Birthday: March 3, 1964
Known as: Duncan, Dunny, Squiz
Wife: Breon
Children: Taylor, Madison, and Jack
Hobbies: Surfing, listening to music, camping,
motorcycle riding, snow skiing
Jeff Frankenstein
Full name: Jeffrey Ryan Frankenstein
Birthday: June 26, 1974
Known as: Jeff, Oinch
Wife: Jeni
Unusual jobs: Gardener, steelworker, busboy
Quirks: never goes anywhere without his cell phone
Paul Coleman
Full name: Paul Coleman
Birthday: August 22, 1968
Known as: Paul
Wife: Rebecca
Children: Katie and Elly
Known for: "his sense of humour is legendary"
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