Earlier this year BEC Recordings’ Kutless released their newest studio release Believer to much media and sales acclaim debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard Christian & Gospel Chart as well as No. 1 on the iTunes Christian Albums chart. The album’s debut radio single “Carry Me To The Cross” reached listeners across the country as it held strong at No. 1 for six weeks on the Inspo chart as well as in the Top 10 at National Christian Audience, CHR and AC Indicator charts. Now Kutless is back with the second single from Believer with the emotional “Even If,” and it is already impacting radio listeners.
“Even If” continues to build momentum at radio each week. At AC Monitored it has been the highest debuting single and already charting in the Top 30 as well as at AC Indicator where it continues to climb entering this week at No. 17. At CHR, “Even If” has moved up to No. 22 and into the Top 20 at No. 16 on Inspo.
“From a spiritual perspective, ‘Even If’ is probably the most difficult and challenging song on our new record,” explains frontman Jon Micah Sumrall. “It directly addresses the question of ‘what do we do when the answer to our prayers is no?’ I have grown to realize that while we often pray for temporary or immediate comfort, God is doing a work on an eternal scale that far exceeds anything we could have ever imagined. He never promises that life will be easy, only that He will be faithful to never leave us or forsake us, and He promises that the end of the story will be glorious.”
Kutless wants listeners to know that even when hurt and heartache persist, they must trust that God knows best, and that while we may not understand immediately why we must endure these things, ultimately He is in control and is creating what will some day be a glorious ending.
"Two weeks after buying Believer a good friend and sister in the Lord passed away due to cancer. The evening before she passed I watched the slide show video of "Even If.” Having been blessed by this song, my thoughts were put in the right perspective, remembering the awesomeness of our God and His ways are not our ways. The healing may not have come in this life for her, but God chose to heal her in taking her home." - Kim
“When I first heard "Even If,” I have to be honest and say the words stung but now they bring me comfort. I know that physical and/or medical healing may never come, but I continue to sing His praises. I would not trade this journey for anything as I know He is the good and faithful one who is working through me." - Jennifer
Kutless will be headlining their own tour this September along with Fireflight and special guests Hyland, Rhett Walker Band and Eric Samuel Timm. The Compassion International sponsored Believer tour will begin on September 12 in Colorado and conclude on October 28 in Michigan. Tour dates are listed below.
Media also have praised Kutless’ newest release stating that the lyrics are “thought-provoking, moving and requesting change” as well as that the album is the “band’s crowning achievement” and “by far their best work.”
This week BEC Recordings’ proudly releases the new studio project from Kutless, Believer, which debuted and currently is No. 1 on the iTunes Christian Albums chart. Touted as the best Kutless release yet, Believer has produced a widely popular and touching radio single, “Carry Me To The Cross.” This single is in the Top 10 on AC Indicator and Inspo charts as well as Top 20 on CHR and National Audience charts. Fans can purchase Believer at iTunes, AmazonMp3, Target, Wal-Mart, Family, Lifeway and Mardel.
To celebrate this release, Kutless spent the day in Minneapolis. They began their day at KTIS on their morning show followed by a performance for 200 men at the Union Gospel Mission shelter and concluded their evening with a free concert at the famed Mall of America. More than 3,500 fans gathered to watch the band perform last night.
Media have also been talking about this album this week including features on GMCtv.com, HM Magazine, AllAboutWorship’s Songwriters Cafe as well as they will grace the cover of CCM Magazine (March issue). Fans can also hear the band featured on this week’s NewReleaseTuesday.com podcast here. Check out what is being said about Believer:
"The lyrics on Believer are thought-provoking, moving, and requesting change — And the music is a lesson in diversity from ballads to the band’s hard-rock rhythm..."
- Denver Post "Higher Note" blog
"Believer is the band’s crowning achievement featuring thirteen excellent rock worship songs. The album has a perfectly balanced mix of rockers and ballads and Jon Micah’s vocals have never sounded better."
- NewReleaseTuesday.com - 5 star review
"Believer blends gritty rockers, contemplative worship cuts and piano-punctuated ballads. At all turns, the guys cover plenty of meaty lyrical ground, vividly detailing the crucifixion one minute and urging listeners to find their identity in Christ the next."
- CCM Magazine, 4 stars
"Believer finds the band focusing on what they do best - delivering a heartening message set to memorable rock melodies. While the music on Believer will churn out numerous hits, it's clear the band has its head and heart on one primary thing; a message of hope and grace for those who will listen."
- HM Magazine
"Believer blends a more mature edition of the group's modern rock beginnings with more recent worship musings (though this batch is all originals), resulting in both gritty anthems and crisply-crafted, gradually intensifying ballads."
- Christianity Today, 4 stars
"Believer is the seventh record that Kutless has put out and it is by far their best work. Everyone who listens to it will be able to relate with several (or all) of these songs. This album encompasses a journey that all Christians resonate with and that is being human, and being a Believer."
- Christian Music Zine
After a successful 2009 release that spawned the mega-hit single “What Faith Can Do,” Kutless will be releasing a new studio album titled Believer next month on February 28 (BEC Recordings). The album is produced by Grammy-nominated Chris Stevens as well as David Garcia (TobyMac, Mandisa, Carrie Underwood) and Dave Lubben (worship leader, Kutless). Click here to view the album cover and tracklisting.
The debut radio single from this album is already gaining traction out of the gate at K-LOVE, Air1 and Way-FM have already added the song, “Carry Me To The Cross.” You can listen to the song here as well as hear the band perform it live on KLOVE here.
With over two million albums sold, a RIAA Gold-selling album, AC Song of the Year in 2010, and 11 No. 1 radio singles, Kutless has transformed from that new rock band from Oregon to the one new bands look up to, the band whose music is all over the radio in multiple formats and on major tours.
Believer finds Kutless using a decade of growth to deliver an expertly crafted set of songs with as much diversity in the music as there is consistency in the message.
Believer is poised to become a career highlight from Kutless. The title itself is particularly important. On this album, believers will find a deeply relevant message: What does it really mean to surrender to Christ? How does this relationship change you every day? How does it define you? It is only now, after all these years, that Kutless is able to explore these vital issues.
Frontman Jon Micah Sumrall declares, “We’ve made a huge leap in the quality of the songwriting. It’s diverse – there are things I love on the upbeat side (heavier rocking moments), and things I love about the intimate worshipful moments. I really feel like this newest record shows a real maturity from over the years of what we’ve learned, what we’ve brought together.”
It only takes one listen to realize that Kutless has really come of age musically. They’ve determined their style instead of chasing the latest trend, and it shows.
For more information, go to www.kutless.com or follow the band on Twitter @kutless and become their fan on Facebook: facebook.com/kutless.
Grammy®-nominated Christian music mainstay NewSong is slated to bring their annual “Very Merry Christmas Tour” to 14 cities next month. A holiday highlight for fans and artists alike, this year’s tour will also feature top rock/worship band Kutless, reigning GMA Male Vocalist of the Year Chris August, and breakout singer/songwriter Jamie Grace.
Kicking-off December 1 in Marietta, Georgia, “NewSong’s Very Merry Christmas Tour” will stop in Cincinnati; Charlotte, North Carolina; Beckley, West Virginia; Marion, Illinois; and Pascagoula, Mississippi, among other cities, before concluding December 19 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
NewSong will perform selections from their best-selling recordings The Christmas Shoes and The Christmas Hope, including the group’s emotion-packed #1 mainstream radio hit, “The Christmas Shoes,” which has become the biggest song of their career and one of America’s most beloved Christmas standards. “The Christmas Shoes” also spawned a series of New York Times best-selling novels by Donna VanLiere and two top-rated CBS television movies based on the books and featuring music from NewSong (CBS’ “The Christmas Blessing” was television’s most-watched movie in 2005).
Celebrating 30 years in Christian music, NewSong has recorded 17 albums, garnering 20 #1 Christian radio singles and a Grammy® Award nomination, in addition to being inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, among numerous other achievements. Founders of The Winter Jam Tour Spectacular, Christian music's largest annual tour and Pollstar’s #1 tour in attendance for the first quarter of this year, NewSong has hosted many of the genre’s top artists on the tour since its inception in 1995. One True God, the latest recording from NewSong, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Christian/Gospel Albums chart earlier this year and features the new single, “The Same God.”
Portland, Oregon-based Kutless has emerged as one of the premiere rock, worship bands. The band has been awarded RIAA Gold Certification for their worship-based album Strong Tower in addition to Gold Certification for Long-Form video Live From Portland. Since the 2009 release of their hit worship album, It Is Well, BEC Recordings’ Kutless has catapulted to the top of the charts with their mega-hit song “What Faith Can Do.” Already a hit single in 2009, the success carried into 2010 as this single topped the 2010 Mediabase Christian AC Song of the Year. In addition to Mediabase, “What Faith Can Do” was the No. 2 Billboard Hot Christian Song of the Year. Kutless was also named the No. 7 Billboard Christian Artist of the Year, and It Is Well was the No. 10 Billboard Christian Album of the Year. Kutless has just finished recording their new studio album that will be releasing in early 2012.
Fervent Records’ Chris August is quickly becoming a favorite in the CCM genre making a mark with his debut single, “Starry Night” which claimed the No. 1 spot for five consecutive weeks on the chart and landed at No. 15 on the Billboard year end chart for “Hot Christian Songs” of 2010. With an impressive sweep at this year’s 42nd Annual Dove Awards, August earned awards for “New Artist of the Year” and “Male Vocalist of the Year.” He also claimed the nod for "Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year” for his debut album No Far Away that he co-produced with acclaimed producer Ed Cash. No Far Away was the best-selling New Artist project released in 2010. August is a self-taught pianist, guitarist, and producer who previously worked with artists such as Ashlee Simpson, Ryan Cabrera, Brian McKnight and Jessica Simpson before shifting his focus to a solo career.
Hailing from Lithonia, Georgia, Jamie Grace is a 19-year-old-college student who aside from her career and touring as a singer-songwriter, is also studying children’s ministry. At age 11, Jamie Grace was diagnosed with Tourettes Syndrome, and has since traveled the country sharing her story and faith through music and speaking. Though just releasing her first, full length record, One Song At A Time, Jamie Grace has been a part of the well-known Revolve tour, had a No. 1 radio hit and a highly successful EP. Her holiday EP, Christmas Together, will debut digitally November 29.
BEC Recordings’ premiere rock/worship band Kutless and Grammy-nominated Christian music mainstay NewSong are set to join forces this fall for the “One True God Tour.” Presented by Holt International, the tour will also feature special guests Anthem Lights and Dara Maclean.
Kicking off September 30 in Adrian, Michigan, the “One True God Tour” is slated to stop in Wabash, Indiana; Port Huron, Michigan; McMurray, Pennsylvania; and Tabor City, North Carolina, among other cities.
One True God, the 17th recording from NewSong, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Christian/Gospel Albums chart following its release in May. Produced by reigning GMA Producer of the Year Ian Eskelin and Grammy-nominated Christopher Stevens, as well as David Garcia, the album features songwriting credits from David Crowder, Jennie Lee Riddle, Don Poythress, Bernie Herms and members of NewSong, among other top names.
Portland, Oregon-based Kutless has emerged as one of the premiere rock, worship bands. The band has been awarded RIAA Gold Certification for their worship-based album Strong Tower in addition to Gold Certification for Long-Form video Live From Portland. Since the 2009 release of their hit worship album, It Is Well, BEC Recordings’ Kutless has catapulted to the top of the charts with their mega-hit song “What Faith Can Do.” Already a hit single in 2009, the success carried into 2010 as this single topped the 2010 Mediabase Christian AC Song of the Year. In addition to Mediabase, “What Faith Can Do” was the No. 2 Billboard Hot Christian Song of the Year. Kutless was also named the No. 7 Billboard Christian Artist of the Year, and It Is Well was the No. 10 Billboard Christian Album of the Year.
Celebrating 30 years in Christian music, NewSong has amassed 20 #1 singles, a Grammy nomination, and a #1 mainstream radio hit, among numerous other achievements. The band’s Winter Jam 2011 Tour Spectacular was the #1 tour in the world for the first quarter of the year, according to Pollstar. The multi-artist event featuring many of Christian music’s biggest names outpaced attendance for all other tours in the first quarter, including Bon Jovi, U2, X Factor Live, Lady Gaga, Brad Paisley and Justin Bieber. For the first time in its 16-year history, Winter Jam will return to the road later this fall, hitting 11 cities in the western United States.
For more information, visit www.kutless.com or www.newsongonline.com. Dates are subject to change.
Since the 2009 release of their hit worship album, It Is Well, BEC Recordings’ Kutless has catapulted to the top of the charts with their mega-hit song “What Faith Can Do.” Already a hit single in 2009, the success has carried into 2010 as this single topped the 2010 Mediabase Christian AC Song of the Year.
In addition to Mediabase, “What Faith Can Do” was the No. 2 Billboard Hot Christian Song of the Year. Kutless was also named the No. 7 Billboard Christian Artist of the Year, and It Is Well was the No. 10 Billboard Christian Album of the Year.
This year “What Faith Can Do” topped five radio formats --CHR, AC Mon, AC Indicator, Inspo as well as spent eight weeks at the top on the the National Christian Audience Chart. The single has also surpassed 220K in digital single sales. It Is Well is also nearing 200k in album sales. Fans can now purchase the expanded edition of It Is Well, which features three live tracks and two new songs.
Kutless also has two singles currently moving up the charts from their worship project. “Everything I Need” is breaking into the Top 20 on AC Monitored and the National Christian Audience Chart, Top 10 on AC Indicator and Inspo. “Remember Me” is currently in the Top 5 on CHR.
This Christmas season, Kutless also released a new single “This Is Christmas,” which has been charting at AC Monitored, AC Indicator, Inspo and the National Christian Audience Chart. The song is No. 1 at CMW. This song is available on the BEC Recordings’ Christmas compilation O Come All Ye Faithful.
After the holidays, Kutless will be heading out on the 2011 Winter Jam Tour Spectacular with Newsboys, David Crowder Band, Francesca Battistelli, Red, Newsong, KJ-52, and more. The all-star packed tour begins January 8th in Charleston, West Virginia and concludes on April 3rd in Illinois. For the tour dates, visit here: http://www.hearitfirst.com/winterjam/default.aspx
For more information, go to www.kutless.com or the band’s official YouTube Page http://www.youtube.com/kutless. Follow the band on Twitter @kutless and become their fan on Facebook: facebook.com/kutless.
BEC Recordings’ Kutless has impacted fans once again with another power ballad, “What Faith Can Do.” Kutless’ hit song has struck a chord with listeners since its debut in the fall with their worship project “It Is Well.” This week “What Faith Can Do” broke into No. 1 on AC Monitored, marking its spot at No. 1 in four Christian radio formats (CHR, AC Mon, AC Indicator, Inspo). The hit song spent four weeks at the top on CHR (currently No. 2), and remains No. 1 on AC Indicator, AC Monitored, Inspo and the new National Christian Audience Chart (the most popular Christian song ranked by airplay audience impressions). The single is mentioned in this week's Billboard chart highlights.
From the beginning this song and album has touched fans. The single remained at the top on the iTunes Christian chart for weeks, and the album debuted at #1 on iTunes Christian Albums chart, No. 42 on Billboard 200 and at No. 3 on Billboard Top Christian Albums. In addition, “It Is Well” peaked at No. 11 on the Overall Top Albums chart on iTunes. This success is a follow-up to the RIAA Gold selling “Strong Tower” album. Reviews and critics praised this album’s integrity saying the album was “clearly all about worship,” “a sincere call to worship,” and “a staple in any worship collection.” This week “It Is Well” will pass the 100K units sold mark.
Kutless is also currently on the Casting Crowns “Until The Whole World Hears” 2010 tour. The tour began earlier this month and will continue across the nation until March 27th ending in Florida. For a city near you, visit http://kutless.com/tour.aspx.
For more information, go to www.kutless.com or the band’s official YouTube Page http://www.youtube.com/kutless. Follow the band on Twitter @kutless and become their fan on Facebook: facebook.com/kutless.
Seattle, WA...October 28, 2009...Last week, BEC Recordings' artist Kutless introduced “It Is Well,” the follow up to the RIAA Gold selling “Strong Tower” album, as radio listeners and media responded loudly to the album. Driven by the challenge to do something different, Kutless strived for this release to reflect the band’s heart and who God is.
“We started with a goal, but, through the process, God took that goal and turned it back around to Himself,” shares the band in talking about “It Is Well.” “The quest for a special album became a unique time for us to go deeper in worship.”
Resonating with fans, the project debuted at No. 42 on the Billboard Top 200 and No. 3 on Billboard Top Christian Albums (in between WOW and Skillet) selling 11,385 units. This debut outsold their 2008 release “To Know That You’re Alive.” “It Is Well” also debuted on the iTunes Top Christian Albums chart at No. 1 and has remained in that position one week later. In addition, “It Is Well” peaked at No. 11 on the Overall Top Albums chart on iTunes.
Radio stations and listeners are being impacted by the first single “What Faith Can Do” on all four formats (AC Monitored and Indicator, CHR, Inspo). The single was once again the No. 1 most added song at the AC Monitored format and had the highest spin increase this week landing at No. 15. At AC Indicator and Inspo, the single jumped up 4 spots to move into the Top 5 and secured a place in the Top 10 at CHR with the most spins.
"Every day at KLOVE, we hear from friends who say that the right song played at the right time, and right now we are hearing that a lot about ‘What Faith Can Do’ from Kutless,” shares Scott Smith (APD/MD KLOVE). “The timeless message of hope is breathing life into our listeners!"
Another radio program director, Greg Cassidy (PD/MD Joy FM St. Louis, MO), shares, “Kutless has quickly become one of our best testing bands.....they write great songs that hit our target demo where they live. 'Faith' is no exception....great calls and numbers! With their track record we felt good about adding it a bit early!”
Media also recognized the passion behind this project as the reviews were overwhelmingly positive and uplifting to the true meaning behind “It Is Well.” Here are a few quotes from media outlets sharing thoughts on Kutless’ latest release:
“What sets Kutless apart from the rest is that it is clearly all about worship.”
- Blogcritics.com
“Kutless matches strength with strength, which is the aforementioned power, both vocally and instrumentally, causing a sincere call to worship.”
- ChristianMusicZine.com
“Kutless has a solid worship album on their hands. With a strong theme and powerful melodies, this is an impressive CD. As far as worship albums go, ‘It Is Well’ is very uplifting and inspirational, and stays true to the Kutless sound.”
- Examiner.com
“‘It Is Well’ will be a staple in any worship or rock collection. It is a seamless hybrid of the two styles. I can only hope they will continue to put out more worship albums like this one in the future.”
- TheChristianManifesto.com
“Here it's all about placing the focus on a wonderful God through making beautiful music, and Kutless has accomplished that in full. There are no tracks worth skipping, and I think that any fan of Kutless, their ‘Strong Tower’ release, or those who like the lighter side of rock-n-roll will definitely enjoy this one.”
- JesusFreakHideout.com
“‘It Is Well’ is a solid, uplifting worship album. Kutless once again proves that worship can be rockin’.”
- ChristianMusicReview.com
Fans can also hear from the band the heart behind the album and promo videos on their official YouTube channel (youtube.com/kutlessrock). For more information and tour dates, go to www.kutless.com or the studio site www.exclusivekutless.com. Follow the band on Twitter @kutless and become their fan on Facebook: facebook.com/kutless.
Since 2002, BEC Recordings' Kutless have become a household name with radio hits such as "Sea of Faces," "Run," "Strong Tower," and "To Know That You're Alive." This week the band crossed another career milestone as they were awarded RIAA Gold Certification for their worship-based album "Strong Tower" in addition to Gold Certification for Long-Form video "Live From Portland." This certification is on the heels of the forthcoming "It Is Well" album set to release on BEC Recordings on October 20th.
"Having Kutless as part of our BEC roster for the past seven years has been awesome," shares President and CEO of Tooth & Nail Records Brandon Ebel. "We knew this project was special when it released. This certification is just another confirmation that Kutless has the ability to reach thousands upon thousands with their music and hearts. The label celebrates this accomplishment with the band recognizing the huge impact 'Strong Tower' had on listeners across the board."
"Strong Tower" was a special project for Kutless' fans, and the band anticipates that "It Is Well" will resonate similarly with their listeners. The band spent much time in prayer about doing a second worship-oriented project. Drummer Jeffery Gilbert shares, "We have no doubt that this record is a result of where God has us right now, and I am excited to see how it impacts people in the near future."
"It Is Well," has become one of the band's favorite classic hymns resulting in the album title. This 19th century hymn was reconstructed in true Kutless manner with respect to the history behind the song. It is said that composer Horatio Spafford penned the words to the poignant hymn as he viewed the location where his four daughters were killed in a shipwreck. It is such a powerful message, Sumrall says, "To know that despite the turmoil of the world, 'It Is Well.'"
Radio listeners will soon get a taste of the new CD with the radio single "What Faith Can Do," which was just serviced to radio. BEC Recordings also just unveiled the track listing and album cover here. In addition, Kutless will be playing around the country throughout the fall. To see them in a city near you, visit the tour page on kutless.com. "It Is Well" was recorded in Kutless' home state of Oregon with engineer/producer Dave Lubben along with Grammy-Award winning producer Brown Bannister.
SEATTLE, WA...October 24, 2008...As a band that is nightly rocking out with their fans across the country on Creation Festival: The Tour, BEC Recordings' Kutless is thrilled to announce that their song "The Feeling" is featured on the Rock BandTM 2 downloadable tracks that will be available November 4th.
This song will be one of the 20-featured songs free to those who purchase Rock BandTM 2 on Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii. The tracks will be made available on November 4th for PS3 and Xbox 360, with the Wii pack ready for download when Rock BandTM 2 ships to Nintendo's console in December.
Kutless, along with other featured bands from across the world and from a variety of genres, will be downloaded by entering online a unique download code printed on the back of the instruction manual for Rock BandTM 2. The aforementioned rock song was recently a free download in May through the band's website prior to the release of To Know You're Alive resulting in more than 22,400 downloads.
The band and BEC Recordings are hosting a contest for fans to enter to win a massive entertainment package that includes a Playstation 3, Blu-ray player and family video suite, Rock BandTM 2 video game and instrument pack, signed Kutless poster and t-shirt. Enter the online contest by going to the link here. The contest runs through December 1, 2008.
While Kutless fans are at home rocking out to "The Feeling" on Rock Band 2, other fans are checking out the band at the debut year of Creation Festival: The Tour. This tour allows fans across the nation to experience the "festival on wheels." Kutless is honored as the headlining act on the premiere fall tour. The tour kicked off on October 9th and will continue until November 23rd. For dates, tour blogs, and other information on the tour check out their site.
With their release of To Know You're Alive this summer, Kutless has continued to give their fans what they want including their current radio singles at AC, CHR and Rock formats. "Complete" is climbing the AC charts as well as charting in the Top 15 on CHR with new adds each week. The new Rock single "To Know You're Alive" is also receiving high marks from listeners as it was the #1 most added single at the format with six new adds during its debut week at radio
Seattle, WA...September 3, 2008...During the 30th anniversary year of the Creation Festival Northeast, it is only fitting that the 30+ city Creation Festival: The Tour is being launched this fall to allow fans across the nation to experience the "festival on wheels." BEC Recordings' Kutless is honored as the headlining act for the debut year of Creation Festival: The Tour, which kicks off October 9th in Cincinnati, OH (dates and locations found here).
"We are extremely excited to feature Kutless as our headlining artist on Creation Festival: The Tour," says Executive Producer Nick Kulb. "Kutless has been a regular at our festivals, most recently headlining the Wednesday night program at Creation `08 Northwest. We've enjoyed watching them grow over the years and shape into the industry's next major headlining band. The guys who makeup Kutless have a heart for ministry and for sharing the gospel - these two traits are not only what Creation is known for, but what we strive for, thus it only makes sense for us to put them to the top of our list. We look forward to working with them this fall and collectively, presenting one of the best tours of the year."
As headliners for Creation Festival: The Tour, Kutless will perform the intense rock show that their fans have come to know and love, while incorporating new songs from their recently released, fifth, full-length album To Know That You're Alive. This release follows the hit records that have sold more than 1.5 million copies that contained their hit "Strong Tower" and other multiple format singles.
The band partnered for the first time with producer Pete Kipley (The Afters, MercyMe, Phil Wickham) for this project that released late June. Leading up to the release, the band's debut rock single "The Feeling" was a free download in May through the band's website resulting in more than 22,400 downloads indicating their fans' addiction to nabbing Kutless' new tunes.
With Kutless being one of the five festival artists on their roster (nine total on the tour), Tooth&Nail Records and BEC Recordings is pleased to announce their role as sponsors of the Creation Festival: The Tour. The T&N and BEC artists include: Kutless, Thousand Foot Krutch, KJ-52, RunKidRun and Capital Lights. As sponsors, T&N and BEC are providing a 20-song pre-tour sampler that is available with each ticket purchased. Once a ticket is purchased online, the sampler is given via a download code.
"We are looking forward to a great established brand in concerts being turned into a powerhouse touring brand!" shares BEC Recordings' General Manager Tyson Paoletti. "Creation Festival has always been something we as a label support, and they continue to not only help raise the bar for our bands/artists, but for our industry."
For more information on the upcoming tour including dates, times, ticket sales and information on all artists go to: www.creationfestthetour.com .
What are people saying about Kutless?
"This is by far the best that Kutless has ever done in their entire career"
"Kutless has put out their best record."
"One of the best albums to date"
"The album deserves about 100 stars"
"Its a joy of an album"
Average iTunes Album Rating: 4 1/2 Stars
Yesterday, Kutless released their new studio project on BEC Recordings and already their fans have resonated loudly that they love the album. Just 24 hours after releasing, To Know That You're Alive, shot into the Top 15 on iTunes Top Albums.
"We are really happy with the response from the fans on these new songs," shares lead singer Jon Micah Sumrall. "We had no idea what to expect from iTunes. That has been a nice surprise."
Check out the new Kutless eCard & share with a friend: http://www.becrecordings.com/kutless/toknowthat/ecard/
For a Kutless tour date near you:
http://www.kutless.com/tour.aspx
SEATTLE, WA...May 13, 2008...In anticipation of the forthcoming June 24th studio project, To Know That You're Alive, BEC Recordings' rockers, Kutless, are currently giving away their first single of the album for free. The debut rock single "The Feeling" is available for download at the exclusive Kutless studio website that features blogs, updates and photos throughout the recording process. Downloads of the song began on Friday at 3 pm Pacific and an hour later more than 1,000 downloads had been given away. Currently the band has given away an astonishing 12,500+ downloads of their single.
"We are very excited to give away our first single," shares lead singer Jon Micah Sumrall. "We have been working on these songs for months and have been anxiously awaiting our new album's release. It is very rare that we are able to share the songs that we have been working on, before the release date and this has been a great opportunity for us to share with our fans, some of our enthusiasm for this new record. Giving this song away has allowed many of our fans to be a part of this excitement and anticipation by giving them a brief glimpse into what June 24th may hold when the full-length record is released. We hope that this song simply gets people excited and from the looks of it so far, that seems to be exactly what's happening!"
To Know That You're Alive is the band's fifth full-length album following the hit records that have sold more than 1.5 million copies. The band partnered for the first time with producer Pete Kipley (The Afters, MercyMe, Phil Wickham) for this project. In addition, the album features strings recorded in London at Abbey Road Studios for several songs including the title track. Kutless also recently finished their 30+ acoustic tour this spring. After a summer of key music festivals, Kutless will headline the first ever Creation Tour, which will be a rock replica on wheels of the 30-year-old summer festival.
Going back to their college worship band roots, Kutless is doing their first ever acoustic tour.
The Acoustic tour offers an intimate evening with the band performing acoustic and unplugged versions of their vast catalogue of hits as well as sharing the stories behind the songs. The band chose to deliver an acoustic tour, wanting to create an environment where they could enter into a worshipful time with their fans, which is a departure from their intense rock show.
The tour will feature progressive pop/songwriter Chris Taylor, who will release his debut “Take Me Anywhere” on April 15th.
Click here to check out the tour dates and plan on making it a night of great music and fun!
Did you hear the Kutless song "All Of The Words" last night on NBC's comedy Scrubs? The song is from Kutless' worship album Strong Tower and played at the end of the episode during a scene in which Turk and Carla shared the good news with their friends that they were having a baby.
Click to watch the new Kutless e-card and send it to your friends!
Check out the newest single "Promise of a Lifetime" from the NEW Kutless album "Hearts of the Innocent" in stores March 21, 2006!!! Only ONE week away!!
Click here to listen to the song "Promise of a Lifetime," "Beyond the Surface", "Somewhere In the Sky", and "Shut Me Out"; pre-oder the new album "Hearts Of The Innocent"; purchase the song "Shut Me Out", and more! Don't miss out...check it out today!
The new Kutless single, "Shut Me Out," has released on iTunes and you can check it out
here.
