It was a busy week in studios and brainstorming sessions across the Christian music Twitterverse, but it was also a busy week out on the road, with some adventures and some mishaps along the way. Check out the hijinx, in 140 characters or less.
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HEADS UP
@matthammit: Listening to our first track of SR album #6 unfold in the studio. I haven't lost any of my love for experiencing songs come to life. (April 23)
Stay tuned: Sanctus Real is deep into their sixth studio album, and it sounds like it’s going to be a good one.
@FamilyForce5: Who's gonna be the last biter in our Zombie video? http://kck.st/HYr8UP (April 23)
Family Force 5 has employed the Kickstarter trend creatively to cast extras for their next music video. Fans who can make it to Ohio can pledge with a part in the video as a reward, and other fans can pledge just to support.
@jeremycamp: Can't wait for you to join me May 9 for the @globalsoundsfan live unplugged concert, streaming from my house to yours! http://apps.facebook.com/jeremycampconcert/?ref=ts (April 25)
In case you haven’t been able to go to a Jeremy Camp concert lately, on May 9 he’ll be bringing the concert to you. See more at the link above.
@marcmartel: I have an EP coming out soon! My first single - "Up In The Air" - is up on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/up-in-the-air/id522460741?i=522460742&uo=4 (April 26)
It’s been a big week for Downhere-lead-singer-turned-YouTube-star Marc Martel. In addition to a performance of the Queen tribute band (which Marc leads) on American Idol, he released his first solo single. Check it out at the link above, and be watching for the full EP.
@jonsteingard: It's official! “@lorimahon: Excited to announce @jonsteingard as the new @hawknelson lead singer. Official Release: http://bit.ly/JJlity” (April 26)
The rumors are true: Jonathan Steingard, longtime guitar shredder for Hawk Nelson, will be stepping in to fill the role of lead singer following Jason Dunn’s departure. Fans can be reassured that the job is staying in the Hawk family—and that the new lead singer will know all the words to the band’s songs.
@KutlessDrummer: Yes, it's true. My time with @Kutless has com to an end. I love this band and the fans, thank you all for an amazing 7 years (April 27)
This week Kutless announced that drummer Jeff Gilbert is moving on. Although he has not yet announced future plans, prayers would most likely be appreciated as Jeff and the band move on to their respective next steps.
NOW PLAYING
@MIKESCHAIR: Excited to announce that the official music video for All For You is up at http://MIKESCHAIR.com!!!! Check it out and RT (April 23)
Mikeschair released their video this week for their recent single “All For You.” You can see it on their site or else on YouTube
here. Share it if you like it!
@Geoffsatellites: Check out the OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO for ANCHOR! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0xz_PUscSQ (April 28)
Satellites & Sirens also released a music video this week. This video for their single “Anchor” has been several years coming.
WORKS IN PROGRESS
@jonnydiaz: Yeah. I forgot the lyrics tonight to More Beautiful You. I've only played it about 1,000 times. Still learning it! (April 29)
Even the most rehearsed artists playing their best-known songs can still make a mistake every now and again. We’re all works in progress.
@kj52: Photo: No joke.. There was a pig dancing @ my show yesterday. How many other rappers can say that? http://tmblr.co/ZlT_YyKZRZbf (April 29)
Maybe KJ could hire the pig to advertise for him instead? Everybody loves bacon...
@calebgrimm: Sit back, relax, and watch a P90x2 DVD (@alanpowell10). http://instagr.am/p/KA5fYyRG_b/ (April 29)
Anthem Lights seems to have discovered a less strenuous way to do P90X. We have to wonder if it’s as effective this way...
@mikeredmusic: On the flight from Moscow to St. Petersburg Russia they asked if i wanted fish or sausage. I said sausage and i got hot dogs. Yum! Lol (April 29)
RED has run into a few usual travel challenges on their current Europe tour, and a few unusual ones as well.
@SONSofficial: To the dude that got tazed behind us during our set - sorry. (April 29)
There are some problems at shows that bands really can’t prepare for. They don’t warn you about this stuff when you sign up.
