With five gold albums, sales exceeding six million units, more than 20 No.1 radio hits, and a mantle of Dove Awards as well as Grammy nominations, newsboys has achieved phenomenal success in its two decades together. Known for its amazing live performances and groundbreaking tours, the band continues to sell out festivals and concerts worldwide, satisfying diehard fans and winning new ones in the process. newsboys' fourteenth record, In The Hands Of God, hit stores May 5, 2009, boasting the classic newsboys pop-rock sound that has made the band's music legendary among Christian music fans. In The Hands Of God features 10 hit songs, including "No Grave," "My Friend Jesus" and "Glorious," as well as the title track and debut single, with 60+ adds the first 2 weeks and already at #19 AC monitored and #15 AC Indicatorand debut single, going for adds January 23 at AC and CHR radio. For more information, visit www.newsboys.com.
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AWESOME| Posted May 09, 2009
I thought after "Thrive" it couldn't get much better. Was please with the next two, but they didn't "rock" like "Thrive" did. THEN along came the "GO" disk and I fell in love all over again. How can it get any better than this? WELL, it does! "IN THE HANDS OF GOD" in INCREDIBLE and I didn't find a song on it that I didnt absolutely LOVE! It's worth every penny and more :D
A Good CD, But Not Great| Posted May 09, 2009
The Newsboys are releasing In The Hands Of God. Thankfully, Furler is still featured on vocals. The album begins with the energetic opener "The Way We Roll." Using imagery ranging from the band's humble beginnings to their superstar status today and crediting the Lord for their success, this one ends up becoming a contemplative song. Following "The Way We Roll" is "No Grave." This song really shows the serious side of the Newsboys, and it's possibly the best track on the record. A mature and welcomed addition to the Newsboys' list of hits.
In these last few years, it's become a trademark of the Newsboys to include at least a couple of worship songs on every release, and In the Hands Of God is no exception. "Glorious" is a great original, acknowledging the Lord's greatness in light of our personal failures. The title track is in the same vein, which discusses how we can rely on God in times of trouble. "Lead Me to the Cross" is the one cover song on the record, originally done by Hillsong United.
Speaking of disappointing song choices, "This Is Your Life" and "My Friend Jesus" prove to be the most surprisingly lacking tracks on the record. Just like Switchfoot's song of the same name, "This Is Your Life" urges listeners to "treat yourself and others right" and to "do what you know you should." While these lyrics ring true, I can't help but be slightly unimpressed with the lack of lyrical sophistication on this track that the Newsboys are known for. "My Friend Jesus" is just plain odd, (anyone who has heard "Shine" knows exactly what I mean). It follows the tale of a disgruntled consumer calling technical support only to fly into a rage when he's put on hold multiple times. It's a very different track compared to the rest of the record, and though it may have been successful in being different, it wasn't necessarily different in a good way.
The album closes with "Dance," a trance-influenced electronic track, and finally "RSL 1984." This album seems to begin and end on the contemplative side, with both tracks relating the band's past and journey together with a thankful note. As the fourteenth album from the band, it's an appropriate start and finish to the album.
Great Newsboys, but a little short...| Posted May 15, 2009
Being a life long fan of the newsboys from the age of 7, i have listened to and chronicled their journey, and this album is no exception. Fulfilling the newsboys classic, pop/rock style, "In the Hands of God" blends the stellar guitars of "Shine: The Hits" and the majestic keyboards of "Go". This album definitely goes down as a major success, and deserves to be listened to by all Christian Music fans. Peter Fuller never sounded better, and it will be sad to see him go.
The Album has few problems, except that it is MUCH TOO SHORT! Come on guys, for Peter's Farwell album, we need a few more hits!
None the less, this was a wonderful album and i will definitely listen to it over and over again.
"In The Hands Of God" is a nice enough send off....| Posted May 06, 2009
"In the Hands of God", the fourteenth album from gold selling artists "newsboys" is a nice enough CD to send off current front man Peter Furler. The high profile exchange of power from Furler to former DC Talk member Mike Tait has been the buzz of the music community for a good month now. Musically the CD is everything we all know and love about the newsboys; catchy Dance Pop/Rock tunes, and then some; the edgy and triumphant "No Grave" comes to mind. However lyrically, the album falls a little short. But lets not dwell on the little negative when there is rejoicing to be had! The return of guitarist Jody Davis is welcome and the addition of Superchick producer Max Hsu was a stroke of genius. Some of the album is auto-biographical to the newsboys journey and legacy, where other parts are sheer newsboys nostalgia. It took me a few listens to enjoy the album for what it really is and I truly appreciate it! So while it may not grab you on your firt go, it will eventually, so dont give up.
In The Hands of God is sure to be a must have this summer, and with instant classics like "No Grave", the albums namesake, and the Hillsong United cover "Lead Me To The Cross", its sure to be a Single machine. Pick it up at your local Christian Bookstore, if for no other reason than to own a piece of newsboys history.
The Last of Peter| Posted May 06, 2009
I have been a fan of Newsboys ever since I began listening to Christian music a couple of years ago, and I am upset that I never got the chance to see them in concert now that Peter has left the band. Not to dis Michael Tait, but Newsboys is never going to be the same. That said, I have to say that In the Hands of God is a great finish for Peter. However, this album is a mix of duds and studs; the studs being "No Grave," "Glorious," and "In the Hands of God." The songs are up and down through out this album and make you think that the tracks should have been arranged differently. Songs like "The Way We Roll," and "This is Your Life" should have been placed later in the album. "Lead me to Cross" is one of the most popular songs to redo as of late, and the string arrangement on Newsboys' take makes it a strong rendition. And "Dance" will make you dance, or rather, bob your head but again is misplaced on the album. I agree with christianmusicreview's review when they said that Newsboys set the bar high on their album Go. This doesn't come close, but is still a great album. Newsboy fans will not be disappointed.
Newsboys, in the hands of God| Posted May 05, 2009
AWSOME, Love the songs this is the last cd that Peter Furler will be lead singer. Love the lyrics of the first three and stay strong. Love the beat on the first and last song and stay strong.
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