The “Rock & Worship Roadshow” embarks on its fifth annual tour this spring with a new group of all-star musicians including MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, Tedashii, Kutless, Family Force 5, Luminate, Adam Cappa, Rhett Walker Band and Tim Timmons. This tour follows the very successful 2012 "Roadshow" which was named one of Pollstar's Top 50 Tours for Mid-Year 2012.
Compassion International and Grand Canyon University will serve as this year's sponsors for the tour. Compassion International is the world’s largest Christian child development organization and is returning after sponsoring the 2012 "Rock & Worship Roadshow." Also returning as a sponsor is Grand Canyon University. The university was founded in 1949 and is Arizona’s premier private Christian university.
Launching Feb. 7 in Madison, WI, the tour will make stops in markets including Indianapolis, Dallas, Phoenix, Portland, Seattle and Sacramento, before concluding Mar. 10 in Fresno, CA.
Admission for the show will remain, as in years past, at just $10.00 and will be available for at-the-door purchase. See the full list of markets the "Rock & Worship Roadshow" will visit listed below, and be sure to stay tuned to www.rockandworshiproadshow.com for the latest tour information.
2013 Rock & Worship Roadshow Tour Dates
(*Dates Subject to Change)
Feb 7 - Alliant Energy Center, Madison, WI
Feb 8 - Van Andle Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Feb 9 - Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
Feb 10 - Von Braun Arena, Huntsville, AL
Feb 14 - JQH Arena, Springfield, MO
Feb 15 - American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
Feb 16 - Mobile Civic Center, Mobile, AL
Feb 17 - River Center, Baton Rouge, LA
Feb 21 - World Arena, Colorado Springs, CO
Feb 22 - Energy Solutions Arena, Salt Lake City, UT
Feb 23 - US Airways Center, Phoenix, AZ
Feb 24 - Citizens Bank Arena, Ontario, CA
Feb 28 - Taco Bell Arena, Boise, ID
Mar 1 - Rose Garden Arena, Portland, OR
Mar 2 - Key Arena, Seattle, WA
Mar 3 - Spokane Arena, Spokane, WA
Mar 8 - HP Pavilion, San Jose, CA
Mar 9 - Sleep Train Arena, Sacramento, CA
Mar 10 - Savemart Center, Fresno, CA
GRAMMY-nominated and BEC Recordings’ artist Jeremy Camp will be releasing a Christmas project this holiday season titled Christmas: God With Us. This is Camp’s first full-length Christmas project in his 10-year career, and it will be available on September 25. Click here to view the album cover and official track listing. The album is produced by Brown Bannister and Ben Shive along with Camp.
Camp’s Christmas album is filled with holiday classics as well as the original title track “God With Us.” Fans will hear favorites such as “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Joy To The World,” and “Mary Did You Know.” Although these are traditional songs, Jeremy takes a fresh approach to the arrangements on his album.
"I wanted to pick songs that I listened to growing up, and make them my own,” shares Camp on the song selection process. “I also selected Christmas carols that my family and I now love to sing each Christmas."
The original track “God With Us” was written after a night of reflection of what Jesus has done for mankind.
"It was amazing to think that our King actually came to this earth and walked among us as human flesh,” states Camp. “The lyrics came out as an expression of what I was thinking at that moment."
Camp will be touring this holiday season as a part of THE STORY tour featuring a full choir and orchestra along with Casting Crowns’ Mark Hall, Natalie Grant, Matthew West, Nichole Nordeman and Selah. This tour is a musical journey from Genesis to Revelation and is based off of the special project Camp was a part of that released in 2011. Camp sang “Paul (Move in Me)" on THE STORY CD. THE STORY tour will begin in November and conclude in December.
For the second year in a row Eddy “Rawsrvnt” Puyol will bring his unique Hip-Hop Worship style to THE STORY Tour.
Presented by World Vision, the event is billed as a Christmas celebration with carols and a musical journey from Genesis to Revelation. It features a full choir and orchestra led by musical director Bernie Herms and songs from Casting Crowns’ Mark Hall, Jeremy Camp,Natalie Grant, Matthew West, Nichole Nordeman, and Selah.
Renowned author and pastor Randy Frazee co-wrote THE STORY project’s book component with Max Lucado and will be on the tour each night to bring its message to life.
“My world collided with Eddy’s (Rawsrvnt) world at THE STORY Tour 2011. He introduced me to the wonderful space of hip-hop as each evening he brought the house down with his performance,” Frazee said. “But, what blew me away the most is the man I got to know off stage. Eddy Puyol is the real deal with a heart of heavenly gold.”
In addition to traveling with the group for last year’s event, Rawsrvnt also performed THE STORY medley on the 43rd Dove Awards national telecast <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2GJbzDJdKg> .
“Last year I heard Natalie Grant say that I raised the ‘cool factor’ of the tour,” Rawsrvnt said with a smile.
“She’s super cool and I’m looking forward to celebrating this joyous season with the audience and some of our faith’s most talented musicians.”
2012 Tour Dates
11/23 Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY
11/24 Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, NC
11/25 Gwinnett Center, Duluth, GA
11/26 USF Sun Dome, Tampa, FL
11/27 Colonial Center, Columbia, SC
11/29 Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
11/30 University of Illinois Assembly Hall, Champaign, IL
12/1 Independence Event Center, Independence, MO
12/2 Xcel Center, St. Paul, MN
12/3 Sioux Falls Arena, Sioux Falls, SD
12/4 Sears Centre Arena, Hoffman Estates, IL
12/6 Berry Center, Cypress, TX
12/7 American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
12/8 Freeman Coliseum, San Antonio, TX
FANetwork is launching its faith-based community Global Sounds May 9 with an intimate, free concert by GRAMMY-nominated Jeremy Camp, broadcast exclusively on Facebook. Live from his Nashville home, Camp will bring an hour-and-a-half of songs and the stories behind them straight into Facebook fans' homes and churches. Throughout the evening, individuals will be able to interact with Camp through the "Jeremy Camp Live" Facebook application, directly asking questions of and sharing comments with Camp.
The concert is only one aspect of Global Sounds' offering to provide never-before-seen videos and messages from Camp about his music and mission. Through a simple pledge of $5 for individuals or $20 for youth groups, fans will support Camp's non-profit Speaking Louder Ministries and receive a 60-day, all-access pass to content, opportunities and surprises from Camp. The programming can be accessed only through the Facebook App https://apps.facebook.com/jeremycampconcert/.
"Global Sounds is more than a one-time concert, it is a way to gather the body of believers and give Christian artists an opportunity to express themselves and engage with fans like never before," said Charlie Stuart Gay, president of FANetwork. "Camp's heart is evident in his songs, but Global Sounds offers a chance for him to share the inspiration and meaning behind them, as well as his music's impact for the Lord around the world. We believe Camp is the ideal artist to be featured in the premier Global Sounds broadcast."
Utilizing FANetwork's proprietary satellite television F-broadcast technology delivered within the Facebook platform, Global Sounds is leading the way in the future of Facebook broadcasting. Available through the web as well as on mobile phones and iPads, Global Sounds will feature access to a new artist each month.
"I am really excited about being the first artist featured through FANetwork's Global Sounds," said Camp. "I love that through Facebook and social media we can now broadcast around the world and allow people who may not typically get to come to a show experience all the stories behind the songs."
In addition to the May 9 event, Global Sounds is also hosting the "Express Yourself: Upload. Share. Connect." contest through its Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/fanetworktv, providing 25 Camp fans the opportunity to receive a shout out on the live broadcast be included in a Global Sounds video promo, and win an ultimate VIP fan pack for a future Camp concert. Global Sounds is inviting youth groups to enter for the chance to win a personal Skype session with Camp by becoming a youth group partner and sharing a 60-second video on the Global Sounds Facebook page. Details are available athttp://www.fanetwork.tv/jc_comp/.
The May 9 Camp concert will air live at 9 p.m. EDT / 6 p.m. PDT on multiple Facebook pages including https://apps.facebook.com/jeremycampconcert/. For individuals who pledge, the broadcast will be accessible through video-on-demand (VOD) with special bonus content released from Camp throughout the next 60 days. FANetwork has partnered with Berean Christian Stores, American Bible Society, HearItFirst, New Release Tuesday, Surrender Magazine and Urban Gospel Alliance to present the May 9 Global Sounds.
"Berean Christian Stores is honored to be apart in sharing Global Sounds Vision, when one worships God from the heart, the body of Christ becomes unified," said Berean Owners Joseph and Deanna Gimelli.
Over his stellar 10-year career, BEC Recordings' artist Camp has established himself as a top artist with over 3 million albums sold; four RIAA Gold-selling studio albums including his debut album; one RIAA Multi-Platinum long-form video; 26 No. 1 radio hits across all formats; a GRAMMY® nomination for his album "Speaking Louder Than Before"; four ASCAP Songwriter of the Year awards; ASCAP Song of the Year award; and five Dove awards including two-time Male Vocalist of the Year. Camp is also a Compassion International artist.
FANetwork is both a broadcaster of live events and a distributor of music and film within the delivery ecosystem of Facebook and beyond. This growing media group with offices in London and Los Angeles is managed by media investors and entertainment producers, providing immediate investment, innovative delivery-platforms and distribution to major artists and entertainment properties. FANetwork has grouped pioneering digital delivery companies from Europe and U.S. to support its launch of theatrical quality programming through social media. In the past President Charlie Stuart Gay has been used to produce large Christian assemblies including being Arrangements Chair for the final Billy Graham Crusade at the Rose Bowl. For additional information, visithttp://www.fanetwork.tv.
Since the release of his debut album (Stay) in 2002, BEC Recordings’ Jeremy Camp has had an outstanding career with 25 No. 1 radio singles across all formats, four RIAA Gold-selling studio albums, including that debut, a GRAMMY® nominated project and many more accolades. To celebrate his ten years as an influential artist impacting lives, Camp is releasing I Still Believe: Number Ones Collection on BEC Recordings on March 13.
Camp most recently received his 25th No. 1 single with “Overcome” from his album We Cry Out: The Worship Project. This single has spent 5 weeks at the top on the Inspo chart and continues to climb on AC and CHR formats.
I Still Believe: Number Ones Collection is Camp’s first hits release, and it includes 15 No. 1 hit singles including “I Still Believe,” “Take You Back,” “There Will Be A Day,” and many others as well as an unreleased track. This collection will release on the same date as Camp’s label and touring-mate Adam Cappa's debut, which Camp co-produced.
I Still Believe: Number Ones Collection Track Listing:
Understand
Right Here
Walk By Faith
I Still Believe
Take You Back
This Man
My Desire
Lay Down My Pride
Take My Life
Tonight
Let It Fade
Give You Glory
Give Me Jesus
There Will Be A Day
Jesus Saves
Wait (Bonus Track)
BEC Recordings’ artist Jeremy Camp will be begin his second leg of his headlining tour “We Cry Out” starting this weekend in Illinois and concluding in May in Michigan. This tour follows the highly successful 29-city run last fall and will again feature reigning GMA Artist of the Year Francesca Battistelli as well as special guest Adam Cappa.
The "We Cry Out" Tour takes its name from Camp's acclaimed worship album, We Cry Out: The Worship Project, which generated three recent No. 1 radio hits, including "The Way," "Jesus Saves" and "Overcome." Concert audiences will hear Camp perform these favorites along with other chart-toppers like "I Still Believe," "Take You Back," "Walk By Faith" and "There Will Be A Day,"
among others.
"It was great to be able to share the worship project with audiences last fall," shares Camp. "I'm really excited to bring the next leg of this tour to our fans and share the stage again with my extremely talented friends Francesca Battistelli and Adam Cappa. I look forward to some great nights of
music and worship together."
The "We Cry Out Tour" will also feature a limited number of VIP tickets at select dates. The VIP package includes a Q&A with the artists, a signed tour poster, early entry into the show, and a three-song EP exclusive to VIP ticket holders. Information on all tickets is available at http://jeremycamp.com/tour.
Award-winning singer/songwriter Jeremy Camp’s story has inspired thousands since his debut in 2002. He has now penned this story along with co-writer Phil Newman and will release the book to retail in September 2011. Camp’s book, I Still Believe: Discovering Hope and Healing in the Midst of Life’s Deepest Valleys, is a personal reflection on his story of the passing of his first wife, Melissa, to cancer just months after marrying, and how he has grown in his relationship with God through the past ten years. This touching book portrays a full-circle account of Camp’s story that has impacted his music.
“I’ve wanted to put this story in book form for many years, but it just hasn't been the right time until now,” states Jeremy Camp about the timing of the book. “God was and is still working in my life, but this book is a result of the last ten years of pain, healing, restoration and new beginnings.”
Within each page of I Still Believe, Camp opens his heart and soul as he shares with the reader about responding to life’s most difficult hardships. He tackles how to turn earthly sorrow straight to God when faced with the passing of a loved one.
“As clear as things are now compared to the way I felt during Melissa’s illness and after her passing, I still see only partially, imperfectly, and incompletely,” shares Camp in the book. “I have tasted and seen the goodness of the Lord in the form of one life after another life changed because of the testimony of God’s faithfulness, even in the midst of pain and sadness. There will be a day, however, when everything truly becomes crystal clear.”
Fans have heard Jeremy share his story on stage and in interviews. Many do not know and will no doubt be touched by the complete story and details of his testimony and his heartbreaking story about his first wife, Melissa. Readers will also learn more about Jeremy’s modest life growing up in Indiana, his struggles growing into adolescence and how the start of his music ministry began to open more doors than he ever thought possible. The book also shares of his unexpected friendship with Adrienne Liesching, which eventually brought about healing and restoration as well as a new life together.
Camp’s deep heart for ministry and his desire to see the next generation become truly alive is so vivid within the pages of I Still Believe. Here are what others are saying about I Still Believe:
“We have choices when life hits us with tragedy or despair, crisis or loss. That’s the message of Jeremy Camp’s books, and it’s the reason you will find hope and healing by journeying through the pages of his story.”
- Karen Kingsbury, Bestselling author
“Jeremy Camp is an extremely talented artist. But what many do not know is that he has suffered greatly in life. Out of this suffering many of the songs we have come to love have been born and have brought encouragement and comfort to untold thousands around the world. Now, for the first time, Jeremy Camp tells his whole story. I heartily endorse it.”
- Greg Laurie, Senior Pastor, Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California
“Jeremy’s music has always had a powerful impact on me, and now I know why. Behind his voice is a heart that’s uniquely connected with God. Through his pain, grief, sorrow, and loss, his life has become a crucible where the Lord’s love and mercy are real revelations. Reading Jeremy’s story has reinforced my faith in He who is able and alive!”
– Bob Coy, Senior Pastor, Calvary Chapel in Ft. Lauderdale
BEC Recordings’ artist Jeremy Camp was honored last week with the ASCAP Songwriter / Artist of the Year Award at the 32nd Annual ASCAP Christian Music Awards in Nashville, TN. This is the first year for the Songwriter / Artist of the Year Award category, which recognizes not only the songwriter, but the artist that performs his/her own songs.
"I am so incredibly honored and humbled to receive this award,” shares Jeremy Camp. “My sincere thanks to ASCAP for all the work they do for artists and songwriters, like myself. I'm thankful to the Lord and to my wonderful family. It's so crazy to get to continue to do what I am called to do, and that is making music for God and others!"
Camp previously was awarded Songwriter of the Year in 2005, 2006, and 2008. Camp added two more Most Performed awards to his collection for "There Will Be a Day" and "Healing Hand of God." He has also previously been awarded with an ASCAP Song of the Year award (2006 “Take You Back”).
In August, Camp released his sixth studio project, “We Cry Out: The Worship Project,” with his highest Billboard 200 debut at No. 15. He just finished his headline tour “The Worship Tour” with Carlos Whittaker and John Mark McMillan. Camp’s debut single from the worship album has also flourished at radio as it has touched listeners across the nation. “Jesus Saves” became Camp’s 21st No. 1 single topping the charts at AC Indicator and Inspo.
Additional information on Jeremy Camp available at http://www.jeremycamp.com or at Twitter http://www.twitter.com/jeremycamp.
Coming off the successful release of his new worship project, BEC Recordings’ artist Jeremy Camp announces his fall headline tour: “The Worship Tour” featuring Integrity worship artists’ Carlos Whittaker and John Mark McMillan. The tour will kick off with a special Nashville-edition concert on October 8th concluding on October 31st in Salem, IL (see below for the tour schedule).
"I am so excited about this new season the Lord has me in right now,” shares Jeremy Camp. “Putting this album out last week and then taking it out on the road with Carlos and John Mark is something I am looking forward to in a huge way! The unity of all of our hearts for worship will make for an amazing evening of praise to our Lord and Saviour"
The Worship Tour is also featuring local church leaders exclusive Q&A sessions. These sessions, “Conversations from the Red Chair” presented by Integrity Live, will be an open conversation with Jeremy Camp, Carlos Whittaker, and John Mark McMillan to encourage and fellowship with local church leaders before the show. For the registered price of $25 (limited number of tickets at each date), each church leader will receive entrance to the Conversations Pre-Show, one premium-seat ticket to the concert and a church leader gift bag including song sheets and chord charts. Registration and dates are available now at this site: http://jeremycamp.com/conversations/
The kick-off event is taking place in Jeremy’s home base in Nashville, TN on October 8th at Allen Arena at Lipscomb University. This concert is a free event for the area and specially titled “Jeremy Camp’s Come Celebrate Nashville.” This will be an evening of music from Camp and special guests as well as community outreach that he hopes becomes an annual event. Honoring Nashville, the show will be benefiting two local organizations: Second Harvest Food Bank and Warm Coats from Warm Hearts. Concert attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods and/or winter coats.
For tickets and more information on “The Worship Tour,” visit http://jeremycamp.com/content/tour .
GRAMMY-nominated artist Jeremy Camp is honored with fans, media and radio’s reactions to the release of his heartfelt worship album, “We Cry Out: The Worship Project.” Camp’s sixth studio project debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Christian chart and No. 15 on Billboard Top 200 (his highest Top 200 debut) as well as No. 1 and No. 2 slots on iTunes® Christian & Gospel chart and No. 16 on iTunes® overall. This Billboard Top 200 debut also marks BEC Recordings highest debut.
The debut radio single, “Jesus Saves,” continues to move up into the Top 10 on the National Christian Audience Chart, AC Indicator, CHR and Inspo as well as the Top 15 at AC Monitored. Camp spent his street week with in-store appearances and visiting radio stations sharing the heart behind his project. Photos and updates from the week can be found here.
Media also praise this project as “a good worship experience for every lover of Christian music” ( Blogcritics.org), having “energy-soaked sincerity that pervades Camp’s work and his live performances” ( GMClife.com), “a truly corporate experience” ( Real Rhapsody), and an “inspiring offering” ( Denver Post).
Reviewers also picked up on the passion behind this personal project: “The heart and humility of Camp that comes through loud and clear that makes this new release a stand out” (GospelMusicUpdate.com), and “Jeremy’s heart for God is evident through the lyrics and passion behind We Cry Out” ( HearitFirst.com).
Camp’s album was also showcased with a 4-star review from ChristianityToday.com in addition to interviews on CNN’s Belief Blog, CBNMusic, The Worship Community, NewReleaseTuesday.com and exclusive videos on HearitFirst.com. Camp also graces the cover of the September issue of CCM Magazine, which went live yesterday. Click here to read the story.
Additional information on Jeremy Camp available at http://www.jeremycamp.com or at Twitter http://www.twitter.com/jeremycamp.
GRAMMY and two-time American Music Award nominated artist Jeremy Camp marks his inspirational return to worship this week with the release of his sixth studio project on BEC Recordings, “We Cry Out: The Worship Project.” This release is introduced by a week-long radio and in-store tour in five major markets across the country (Indianapolis, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas and Seattle) followed by his headlining performance in Portland, OR at Fish Fest on Saturday, August 28th. Camp has once again joined with GRAMMY award-winning producer Brown Bannister as well as writing with notable worship leaders Matt Maher, Reuben Morgan (Hillsong) and Brenton Brown.
Over his stellar 8 year career, Camp has established himself with these landmark accolades:
• Four RIAA Gold-selling studio albums; One RIAA Multi-Platinum long-form video
• 19 No. 1 Radio Hits across all formats
• GRAMMY nominated project for his last studio album “Speaking Louder Than Before”
• Two American Music Award nominations
• Billboard’s No. 3 Christian Artist of the Decade; Five songs in the Top 50 Billboard Christian Songs of the Decade
• Three ASCAP Songwriter of the Year awards; ASCAP Song of the Year award
• Five Dove awards including two-time Male Vocalist of the Year
Not only has Camp become an established household name with his sales, awards and radio hits, touring has become a major foundation for him. In 2010, Camp has performed at these highly attended events:
• Major League Baseball “Faith Night” with Kansas City Royals, Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies
• Exclusive 10 city Six Flags Summer Concert Series presented by Starburst
• Colorado Rockies "Faith Night:" Camp led devotions for the Colorado Rockies team with a concert following the game with more than 35,000 fans in attendance. He also spoke with the Denver Post in a video interview about this experience that was featured on the front page of DenverPost.com.
• San Diego Fair
• Minneapolis State Fair (September 2nd): where he’ll begin the day appearing on the local NBC’s Showcase Minnesota morning show.
This fall Camp is heading out on a headline worship tour - details to be announced shortly. Stay tuned this week to follow the day in the life of Jeremy Camp on his fast-paced promotional tour as well as media updates and quotes about “We Cry Out: The Worship Project.” Fans, media and bloggers can share on Twitter with their audience about their favorite moments from the new release by tagging it with the hashtag #wecryout.
GRAMMY-nominated artist Jeremy Camp is preparing for the release of his sixth studio album, We Cry Out: The Worship Project on August 24th on BEC Recordings. An intentional return to worship with this upcoming release, Camp is honored to be where he is at in his career and life.
“I feel like I’ve had a growth spurt the past two years in my walk with the Lord, and I think this album reflects that deepening,” shares Camp about this project. “There’s a purity behind this record that I can’t even describe. But I didn’t write most of it, so I can’t take the credit. And I love that.”
This week fans can purchase the radio-charting debut single “Jesus Saves” at iTunes. In addition, this week marks the beginning of the iTunes pre-order for the regular or deluxe edition of We Cry Out: The Worship Project. The deluxe edition digital pre-order includes the album delivered on August 24th, an automatic download of the single "Jesus Saves," 5 additional songs and two videos with bonus content.
Facebook fans can also get a free acoustic song download of the title track from the new album starting today exclusively for his page fans (click here).
Another special pre-order partnership available is with Family Christian Stores and Compassion to help rebuild Haiti. Between now and August 23rd, any pre-order of We Cry Out: The Worship Project either online or in stores, Family Christian Stores will donate $1 to Compassion to help rebuild a church in Haiti. Click here to order and help Haiti.
About We Cry Out: The Worship Project ~ Once again Camp teamed up with Grammy award-winning producer Brown Bannister to create a heartfelt worship project. Returning to his worship music roots, he co-wrote with other notable worship leaders Matt Maher, Reuben Morgan (Hillsong) and Brenton Brown. The debut radio single “Jesus Saves," which has only been out for two weeks, is already charting at AC Monitored, AC Indicator, Inspo and at the National Christian Audience Chart (where it jumped 9 spots into the Top 20 this week). At CHR the single is the No. 1 new and active single. Guest appearances include Adie Camp singing supporting vocals for her husband as well as featuring Jeremy’s live band joining him for the first time in the recording studio.
About Jeremy Camp: Since his debut BEC Recordings' project in 2002 (Stay), Jeremy Camp has made a definitive mark in the industry with his ability to compose hit songs and capture audiences of all ages selling more than three million records. Following his Gold-selling debut, Camp has released five additional studio projects, which have garnered a total of four RIAA Gold-selling albums. Camp has also been awarded with a RIAA Multi-Platinum Certification of his long-form video and worship project “Live Unplugged.” With 19 career No. 1 radio hits under his belt, Jeremy Camp is clearly a powerhouse on the radio waves nationwide across all formats (CHR, AC, INSPO, and Rock). This GRAMMY-nominated artist has also been honored with two American Music Award nominations, three ASCAP Christian Music Awards “Songwriter of the Year” (2008, 2006, 2005) including "Song of the Year” (2006) and multiple Dove-nominations and five awards. In addition, Camp ended the decade with Billboard recognition as the No. 3 Christian Artist of the Decade. Camp also had five songs in the Billboard Top 50 Christian Songs of the Decade.
BEC Recordings’ artist Jeremy Camp was awarded his fourth RIAA Gold Certified album for Beyond Measure last week in Nashville, TN. The celebration was held at his booking agency, Paradigm, and he was awarded his Gold album by Tooth & Nail Records/BEC Recordings’ President Brandon Ebel. This certification follows his first GRAMMY nomination, his second American Music Award nomination and his 19th No. 1 Radio single. In addition to his Gold Record, BEC Recordings’ General Manager Tyson Paoletti presented Jeremy Camp with a commemorative plaque honoring over three million albums sold in his career.
"It is an overwhelming joy to see how the Lord has been faithful even though I am undeserving of it,” shared Camp on this career milestone. “I just want to continue to seek Him in all that I do, and want to always remember that it’s the Lord doing the work...not me! I'm so thankful for those who have stood by my side with much prayer and encouragement."
Celebrating with Camp was his wife Adrienne, manager Matt Balm, Bill Hearn CEO of EMI Christian Music Group and team members, Mike Snider and his team from Paradigm booking agency and Jeremy’s band.
This achievement precedes Camp’s upcoming studio release that is set for August 24, 2010, a worship-themed album titled We Cry Out - The Worship Project. Produced again with award-winning producer Brown Bannister, Camp co-wrote with notable worship artists such as Matt Maher, Reuben Morgan (Hillsong) and Brenton Brown. More information will be coming soon on this anticipated release.
On the heels of the successful headline tour last fall, GRAMMY-nominated artist Jeremy Camp is kicking off 2010 to reach listeners with his music, message and ministry with another headline acoustic tour. Camp will launch his spring tour “Jeremy Camp Live Unplugged” with special guest and wife Adie on February 26th in Illinois (dates below). This tour was created with Camp’s fans in mind, providing an intimate night of worship and fellowship with Jeremy as well as Adie, who is releasing a new album in March.
The tour will once again be sponsored by Compassion International and feature Speaking Louder Ministries, which involves Jeremy and team reaching out locally to a set outreach in each market.
"It has been a couple of years since we have done an acoustic tour,” shares Jeremy Camp. “I love this type of tour because it is a very unique experience for everyone. The reason we are doing it, is it brings a different atmosphere all together. The night is more mellow and allows me to talk more about the songs and the purpose behind them. They are smaller shows, usually in churches, and it turns out to be an amazing night of worship. With Adrienne being out on the road with our two girls, Arie and Bella, it makes the tour a great family environment. Can’t wait to see what God has in store this year."
Last year was a highlight year for Camp with the launch of his ministry “Speaking Louder Ministries,” a fall headline tour, second American Music Award nomination and continued radio success. In addition, Camp ended the decade with Billboard recognition as the No. 3 Christian Artist of the Decade. Camp also had five songs in the Billboard Top 50 Christian Songs of the Decade (songs listed below). Rounding off the year and kick-starting 2010 was Camp’s first GRAMMY nomination for his latest studio release “Speaking Louder Than Before.” The awards will be held January 31st in Los Angeles, CA.
Camp also began this year recording his next studio project, a worship-themed album with award-winning producer Brown Bannister. Follow Jeremy on Twitter for studio updates and YouTube videos (@JeremyCamp).
Nashville, TN (January 7, 2010) ---- Singer/songwriter, Jason Gray, will start the New Year by hitting the road on WAY-FM’s and World Vision’s Speaking Louder Than Before 2010 Tour. The tour launches January 20th in Charleston, SC and will cover fourteen dates through March. Gray joins headliner Jeremy Camp, The Afters and Chasen on the tour and for ticket information please visit www.itickets.com.
“I’m so honored to have been invited to share the stage with Jeremy Camp,” says Gray. “Not only is he one of the most successful artists in Christian music, but he’s also a man with a compelling story who has known brokenness – a theme that a lot of my music speaks to. We expect it to be a great tour and I’m so happy to be a part of it. The only problem I can foresee is that he’s pretty buff and it’s going to make me feel like I need to start working out. Shoot. I’m also looking forward to hanging out with The Afters and Chasen. What a great line-up!”
“But most of all I’m grateful to get to be the voice of World Vision on this tour and advocate for the poorest of the poor children in the world,” Gray continues. “The recession that has touched so many of us in several ways impacts the poor the most and it’s my great privilege to bring their story to our audiences. We anticipate that this will be a great evening – both with a solid musical line-up and with a lot of heart. God will be worshipped and lives will be changed.”
Speaking Louder Than Before 2010 Tour begins as Gray’s second single, “More Like Falling In Love,” is going for adds at Christian radio. Gray has been traveling the country on radio visits that started in 2009 and continues through January 2010. The song is from Gray’s current CD, Everything Sad Is Coming Untrue, which was rated as #8 in CCM’s Top Ten best faith-based albums from last year. Matt Conner says, Most unheralded songwriter in the entire industry shines again. Other media outlets have heralded the release with Worship Leader Magazine saying, Gray’s songs don’t really work as background music, they demand to be listened to and considered. And PowerSource Magazine adding, Strong stuff from a strong and very creative Christian singer and songwriter – Jason Gray.
Gray has become a popular performer on the tour circuit, as 2009 featured Gray on the Sanctus Real tour that launched in September. In December, Gray joined labelmates, Downhere and Lanae’ Hale, for the annual fifteen-city Bethlehem Skyline Tour that was sponsored by Centricity Music.
Gray’s debut CD on Centricity Music, All The Lovely Losers, was heralded as one of the top releases in 2007. Media outlets embraced the project and Gray from the start with coverage in CCM Magazine, ChristianMusicToday.com, Charisma, Christian Retailing, Worship Leader Magazine, JesusFreakHideout.com, Home Life Magazine, and Focus on the Family’s national radio show, Weekend Magazine. This project was followed with Acoustic Storytime that showcased live acoustic performances of previously released songs from concerts in Minnesota and California. Gray is known for his quick-witted humor while delivering powerful messages about perseverance rather than perfection.
BEC Recordings’ Jeremy Camp was honored with his first GRAMMY nomination for Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album. Camp was nominated for his 2008 release “Speaking Louder Than Before.” This news comes on the heels of his second American Music Award nomination last month. This also marks the label’s first musical GRAMMY nomination.
“I’m honored and blessed to be nominated,” shared Jeremy Camp upon receiving the news. “God’s grace is definitely abundant.”
The 52nd Annual GRAMMY nominations were announced last night during a special televised concert in Los Angeles at Club Nokia. The 2010 GRAMMY awards will air live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA on January 31, 2010. Camp is nominated along with Israel Houghton, Jars of Clay, Leeland and Mandisa in his category.
SEATTLE, WA...October 13, 2009...Jeremy Camp was nominated today for his second American Music Award in the Contemporary Inspirational category. Nominations were announced this morning in Beverly Hills, CA for the 2009 36th Annual American Music Awards. The live broadcast will take place at the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on Sunday, November 22nd (8:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT) on ABC. Camp was nominated along with Brandon Heath and Mary Mary in the Contemporary Inspirational category.
For the third year in a row, fans determine the winners of the AMAs. Fans are able to go to http://abc.go.com/shows/american-music-awards/vote to vote for Jeremy Camp starting today. Nominees were selected from data from The Nielsen Company's Broadcast Data Systems, monitoring radio airplay and Soundscan. A complete list of nominees can be found here: http://abc.go.com/shows/american-music-awards/nominations
Camp is currently on his headlining tour, "Speaking Louder Than Before," with Natalie Grant and Bebo Norman. The tour presently spans across the nation through November 21st. To learn about local ministry opportunities to get involved during this tour, visit the ministry homepage (www.speakinglouderministries.com). This 30+ city tour is sponsored by Compassion International, as well as media partnered with the Gospel Music Channel. GMC is promoting the tour and presenting exclusive updates both on-air and online at www.gospelmusicchannel.com/jeremycamp.
SEATTLE, WA...October 7, 2009...Reaching fans worldwide with his powerhouse voice and touching story, BEC Recordings' Jeremy Camp has made his mark in the music industry with five albums, three RIAA Gold Certifications, 17 No. 1 radio hits, and most recently the RIAA Multi-Platinum Certification of his long-form video and worship project "Live Unplugged." This award ushers in a new project from Camp that is releasing on November 17th. The "Live" album was recorded throughout the last year as Camp toured the nation. The November release features a collection of 14 live songs. (tentative track listing below).
This "Live" release features fan favorites "This Man," "Walk By Faith," "Lay Down My Pride" and the hit "There Will Be A Day." Fans can also see Camp live on his "Speaking Louder Than Before" tour with Natalie Grant and Bebo Norman. The tour spans currently across the nation through November 21st.
The Speaking Louder tour has a message from the heart: to start "Speaking Louder Than Before." To get fans excited about getting involved locally, there is a local ministry outlet in many of the tour markets with Camp's Speaking Louder Ministries. To learn about other opportunities to get involved during this tour, visit the ministry homepage (www.speakinglouderministries.com).
This 30+ city tour is sponsored by Compassion International, as well as media partnered with the Gospel Music Channel. GMC is promoting the tour and presenting exclusive updates both on-air and online at www.gospelmusicchannel.com/jeremycamp.
"Live" Track listing: *order subject to change
1. Capture Me
2. Give You Glory
3. Tonight
4. This Man
5. Walk By Faith
6. Hallelujah/ You Never Let Go
7. Let it Fade
8. Talking/Ministry Time
9. Speaking Louder Than Before
10. There Will Be A Day
11. Take You Back
12. Take My Life
13. Lay Down My Pride
14. Right Here
15. Give Me Jesus
Making his passion known this past year with the release of "Speaking Louder Than Before," BEC Recordings artist Jeremy Camp is introducing his fall tour named after the recently released CD and with a purpose at hand. As his first headlining tour in almost two years, Camp will be joined by reigning Dove Female Artist of the Year Natalie Grant and label-mate Bebo Norman. The "Speaking Louder Than Before" The Tour is kicking off in Florida on September 10th (dates below). The tour will also be sponsored by Compassion International.
Tickets for the anticipated tour will go on sale Friday, July 10th in addition to a special iTickets / iTunes promotion. For those who purchase tickets via iTickets from July 10th until July 24th, they will receive a code for two free downloads at iTunes ("Beyond Measure" by Jeremy Camp and "Never Saw You Coming" by Bebo Norman). The codes will be given out for each ticket purchased (not per order).
Earlier this year, Camp and his management company began a ministry called "Speaking Louder Ministries," a direct correlation to his recent release, which produced his seventeenth No. 1 radio single ("There Will Be a Day"). The purpose behind "Speaking Louder Ministries" is tri-fold: bringing a raised awareness to the local outreaches in the cities that Jeremy Camp performs, helping equip the church body and local community to get involved in ministry together, and impacting the needs of the community/organization with physical goods. For more information and specific local market info go to the ministry homepage.
On the fall tour, Speaking Louder Ministries will partner with a local radio station to promote the local outreach. At each concert, there will be a booth present as a distribution point to draw a larger awareness for the ministry organization.
This 30+ city tour will make a huge impact in each market, and Camp is thrilled about this opportunity. "I'm really looking forward to the tour and to what's being planned with Speaking Louder Ministries," shares Camp. "We'll have unique opportunities in each and every town that we play on this tour to be a part of local ministry. I'm hoping to see the body of Christ engaged and fired up to help local ministries in need. This will be more than just a typical concert experience, we will be working and worshiping together for the Kingdom of God."
See below for the tour dates as well as additional information regarding each artist on the "Speaking Louder Than Before" The Tour. Tour publicity contact also listed below.
SEATTLE, WA...March 6, 2009...Last weekend, 2009 Male Vocalist of the Year nominee, Jeremy Camp traveled to Colorado Springs to lead worship and share for the Focus on the Family Marriage Conference simulcast event. Jeremy, along with wife Adie, lead more than 70,000 people across the nation in song and praise. Camp appeared along with best-sellers and speakers Beth Moore, Dr. Gary Smalley, Dr. John Trent, Gary Thomas and Dr. Del Tackett.
The marriage conference focused on seeing marriage through the eyes of God and was hosted at more than 500 churches nationwide. The conference was broadcasted simultaneously via the Church Communication Network (CCN), which is a subscription-based satellite Christian training company. They have been in business for almost 10 years and have approximately 5000 customers in the U.S. and Canada.
The feedback from the conference has been overwhelming. Here are some thoughts from attending couples:
"Thanks Gary and John, Beth Moore and Jeremy Camp for all your work today - Blessings and for a wonderful simulcast to all."
"An absolutely fantastic Focus on Marriage conference today at our church. Great speakers all around! Great way to spend the day."
"Just got home from the simulcast event - what a tremendous blessing."
Being a part of this conference and encouraging God-centered marriages was a joy for the Camps and another facet of Jeremy's passion to "Speak Louder" in 2009. On March 17th in Billings, MT, Jeremy Camp will speak loud as he tours on the The Rock & Worship Road Show also featuring MercyMe, Hawk Nelson and Tenth Avenue North and Addison Road. Tour dates found on Jeremy's site along with daily blogs that includes behind the scenes from last weekend.
Staying true to his heart and passion with the recent release, "Speaking Louder Than Before," BEC Recordings Artist Jeremy Camp launches new ministry aptly titled "Speaking Louder Ministries." The debut of this ministry is a direct correlation to the November 2008 release, which has already sold more than 120,000 units. In addition, digital downloads exceeding 100,000 singles of the emotional radio hit song "There Will Be a Day," which resonated strongly with listeners. This week the song remained at No. 1 for the 13th week at AC Indicator. It also stayed at No. 1 for 9 weeks at CHR.
The purpose behind "Speaking Louder Ministries" is two-fold: Bringing a raised awareness to the local outreaches in the cities that Jeremy Camp performs. Secondly, helping equip the church body and local community to get involved in ministry together impacting the needs of their community.
Last weekend marked the first outreach in the local markets for Speaking Louder Ministries. Jeremy performed concerts in Sioux Falls, SD, Minneapolis, MN, and Fargo, ND. At each local level, the partners with Speaking Louder promoted the concert and a local organization to meet the needs of the community. Through the site, volunteers were recruited and greeted concertgoers collecting the goods that were requested for the organization.
In Sioux Falls, SD, the Speaking Louder Ministries raised awareness for the McCrossan Boys Ranch. This boys' ranch houses more than 60 young men ranging from ages 10-17 years old, who have been displaced by family or lost a parent. After visiting the ranch, Camp and the volunteers gathered winter clothes for the boys at the concert that evening.
The following night in Minneapolis, MN, the ministry joined with the Minneapolis Children's Hospital. Camp visited with the children and families as well as performed songs at the hospital. The community was asked to bring Valentines of some form (stuffed animal, card, candy, etc). The overwhelming response generated in more than 30,000 Valentine's items being donated. Such a huge amount collected that the local radio station KTIS was able to take items to needy schools and daycares. Finally in Fargo, ND, Churches-United Homeless Shelter received more than 1,000 pounds of food donated through the concert.
This ministry will be an ongoing outreach to the communities Jeremy Camp visits throughout the year and specifically as he tours in the fall. Beginning March 17th in Billings, MT, Jeremy will be touring on The Rock & Roll Worship Roadshow featuring MercyMe, Hawk Nelson and Tenth Avenue North and Addison Road. Tour dates found on Jeremy's site.
Jeremy Camp takes viewers along the battle of his life and back in the newest installment of the Gospel Music Channel television network biography series Faith & Fame. Faith & Fame: Jeremy Camp world premieres Saturday, Jan. 24 at 9:30 pm ET/PT on Gospel Music Channel. (Encores 1/25 at 1:30 am & 1pm).
Gospel Music Channel (http://www.gospelmusicchannel.com) is the nation's first and only 24/7 all music television network devoted to the uplifting, inspiring and diverse music that is Gospel/Christian music. Gospel Music Channel is the fastest-growing network in television today and can be seen in more than 40 million homes on various cable systems and nationwide on DIRECTV on channel 338.
Jeremy Camp: Since his debut BEC Recordings' project in 2002 (Stay), Jeremy Camp has made a definitive mark in the industry with his ability to compose hit songs and capture audiences of all ages selling more than three million records. Following his Gold-selling debut, Camp has released four additional studio projects (Carried Me: The Worship Project, Restored, Beyond Measure and Speaking Louder Than Before), which have garnered a total of three RIAA Gold-Selling albums.
With 17 career No. 1 radio hits under his belt, Jeremy Camp is clearly a powerhouse on the radio waves nationwide across all formats (CHR, AC, INSPO, and Rock). Jeremy is now the artist with the most consecutive No. 1 singles at AC Monitored since 2003 when R&R began their Christian chart. He also received the No. 2 Song of the Year in 2008 with "Let it Fade," which remained in that No. 1 position for more than 10 weeks. His most recent single "There Will Be A Day" has already hit the top on three formats on AC Indicator (more than a month at No. 1), CHR and AC Monitored.
Jeremy Camp has also been honored with multiple Dove-nominations and five awards, a 2007 American Music Award nomination, and three-time ASCAP Christian Music Awards "Songwriter of the Year" (2008, 2006, 2005) winner including "Song of the Year" (2006). In 2008, Jeremy Camp was voted for the fifth consecutive year in a row by readers on Christianity Today's music site as the "Best Male Artist."
SEATTLE, WA...December 16, 2008...This year has been a year of renewal and refreshment for Jeremy Camp with the release of his recent album last month "Speaking Louder Than Before." As the year comes to a close, radio and fans are speaking loud and clear in regards to the new album and radio single "There Will Be A Day."
Radio Waves in '08: With 17 career No. 1 hits under his belt, Jeremy Camp is clearly a powerhouse on the radio waves nationwide across all formats (CHR, AC, INSPO, and Rock). Jeremy is now the artist with the most consecutive No. 1 singles at AC Monitored since 2003 when R&R began their Christian chart. He also received the No. 2 Song of the Year in 2008 with "Let it Fade," which remained in that No. 1 position for more than 10 weeks. In 2008, Jeremy also nabbed No. 1 twice at three different formats.
His most recent single "There Will Be A Day" has already hit the top on three formats on AC Indicator (more than a month at No. 1), CHR and as of last week at AC Monitored. As a renowned songwriter with his radio hits, 2008 also brought Jeremy his third ASCAP Songwriter of the Year (2008, 2006, 2005).
Winning Vote in 2008: No, this isn't the Presidential election referenced here, but the fact that Jeremy Camp was voted by readers on Christianity Today's music site as the "Best Male Artist in 2008" marking it his fifth consecutive year named in this category. Jeremy won this year with a landslide as voters awarded Camp twice as many votes as the runner-up.
Speaking Louder Than Before in 2008: The pinnacle of the year for this male vocalist was releasing his fifth studio album co-produced by himself and Brown Bannister. The album debuted on Billboard 200 at No. 38 along with the No. 1 new release on the Billboard Christian chart after street week. Digital purchases shot "Speaking Louder Than Before" to No. 11 on the overall iTunes chart and No. 1 on the Christian albums chart. Billboard also labeled this album as his "best work to date," which clearly fans agree as it has moved his career sales to over three million units.
Coming Up in 2009:
After the holidays, Jeremy Camp will return with major spring tour plans, followed by overseas concerts and a summer filled with festival appearances. For more information on what Jeremy will be doing, visit his official website.
SEATTLE, WA...December 3, 2008...Last week the nation celebrated Thanksgiving as Jeremy Camp released his fifth studio album with much to be thankful for as fans rushed to the stores and online outlets purchasing more than 32,700 copies of "Speaking Louder Than Before." This street week is Camp's personal best outselling "Beyond Measure" in a music buying market that has trended downward as the year nears an end.
The album debuted on Billboard 200 at No. 38 in addition to the No. 1 new release on the Billboard Christian chart. Digital purchases shot "Speaking Louder Than Before" to No. 11 on the overall iTunes chart and No. 1 on the Christian albums chart.
The debut radio single "There Will Be A Day" hit No. 1 last week and remains there this week at CHR marking Camp's career 17th No. 1 single. The single also holds strong at No.1 at AC Indicator for the fourth week.
Media and bloggers alike have praised the album from the Billboard review stating it was "exemplifying Camp's multiple talents" to the blogger(s) who have recommended it to their readers saying "incredible" and the "whole package - music, lyrics & message."
Fans can also join the upcoming new fan club "Camp Crew" on Jeremy's site starting this Friday, December 5th. This is in addition to the new speakinglouderthanbefore.com site with new resources and tools as well as the YouTube contest (view here for details).
SEATTLE, WA...November 24, 2008...Jeremy Camp is making noise this week to get his fans to speak up, speak now, speak loud with his new release, "Speaking Louder Than Before," which drops in stores and online this week. Co-produced by Jeremy Camp and Grammy Award winning producer Brown Bannister this his first project in over two years. Through the past few years and all that has happened in his life, Camp has realized the urgency of speaking louder to all.
"I have walked through the valleys, the mountains, and plains," shares Camp. "That's why I'm speaking up, that's why I'm speaking now and loud."
It is this newfound passion that is stirring Camp to stand up this week. One of the events that will be taking place around his anticipated release includes an online debut of the title track music video at Yahoo! Music, the premiere online music news source. Check it out tomorrow.
Additionally online fans can log in free and watch the release day concert live via Camp's website at 7 PM Pacific on November 25th (Tuesday). Fans can also join the live chat that will accompany the stream by going to the website.
To get fans speaking up in their own community, Camp launched a contest this past weekend on YouTube. To officially enter the contest, fans are to create a video, email the posted link to contest@becrecordings.com and spread the word about their video to family and friends. The video with the most views on YouTube will win a VIP prize pack from Jeremy Camp. Check out the contest video message from Camp at this link.
Along with Camp's newly designed official website, an album site has been launched this week featuring sections to "Share Your Story," watch devotional videos from the album, download wallpapers, banners, MySpace themes and Scripture links. Check out the fresh site at this link.
Online and in-store incentives are taking place with the release to give fans an extra bonus with the purchased album. At iTunes, a full album purchase will include an exclusive Christmas track, "Christ is Come," as for a, Wal-Mart CD purchase includes a live recording of "Let it Fade."
The debut radio single "There Will Be A Day" has hugely impacted radio as it has shot up to the Top 10 in every format with increased spins weekly including No. 1 at AC Indicator. Amongst all the buzz around this album online, at retail and radio, the media are also beginning to post their comments about the CD. Check out what outlets are already saying:
"This effort on the whole seems to carry more emotional and musical heft than some of Camp's previous recordings, as though he's finally figured out how to hone both the challenges and triumphs he faced in early adulthood -- losing his first wife to cancer mere months after they wed, remarrying, becoming a father -- into increasingly effective songwriting and music-making."
-- The Tennessean
"A fresh start and a stirring message that resonates with listeners"
-- R&R Magazine
"Jeremy nails every song ... the rockers, the ballads, the pop worship anthems. The first single, "There Will be a Day," has already been a huge hit with radio and believe me, the other 11 songs on the release are just as good. This is one of those releases that should be a "must have" on your list."
--About.com,
also listed "Speaking Louder Than Before" in Top Albums of 2008
"No matter what the topic, Camp once again grows as a writer and vertically focused entertainer whose continuously developing testimony is just as inspiring as the reflections sewn across Speaking Louder Than Before."
--CMCentral.com
"Always relatable and always relevant, this rocker with a preacher's heart shows us what it means to live out loud."
--More To Life magazine
SEATTLE, WA...October 9, 2008...Thrilled to bike and perform for a cause, three-time RIAA Gold selling recording artist Jeremy Camp recently participated in the third annual Dierks Bentley "Miles & Music for Kids." The proceeds were raised for the Vanderbilt Children's Hospital in Nashville, TN.
The celebrity motorcycle ride and concert was held this past Sunday, October 5th. The participants biked from scenic Williamson County through downtown Nashville, ending at Riverfront Park with jam session, which featured event founder Dierks Bentley in addition to Camp, Tim McGraw and other country artists. In the two previous years, "Miles & Music for Kids" raised more than $250,000 for Vanderbilt Children's Hospital.
With less than two months until the release of Speaking Louder Than Before, Jeremy Camp's new single "There Will Be A Day" is shooting up the radio charts on all formats. The single has been the most added at AC Monitored, CHR, and Inspo every week since its release. In the last two weeks, the single has picked up 26 new markets and has gained more than 1.2 million new audience impressions.
The song is also available on iTunes and debuted at No.1 on the overall Christian song chart and the only Christian song in the iTunes Top 100 on release week. The upcoming release was produced by Grammy-winning producer Brown Bannister (Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Third Day, Rich Mullins).
For more up-to-date information and daily blogs from Camp and his band, visit the newly launched website: www.jeremycamp.com. Also see below for the remaining fall dates for Jeremy Camp.
10.10.08 Perris, CA
10.11.08 St. Louis, MO
10.17.08 Columbia, SC
10.25.08 Hamilton, ON Canada
11.01.08 Cleveland, OH
11.14.08 Fayetteville, AR
11.15.08 Tulsa, OK
11.18.08 Johnson City, TN
11.22.08 Phoenix, AZ
12.28.08 Sevierville, TN
12.29.08 Sevierville, TN
12.31.08 Lynchburg, VA
SEATTLE, WA...September 17, 2008...Four studio discs, one live album, 16 No. 1 songs, five Dove Awards, three ASCAP Songwriter of the Year wins and an American Music Award nomination only scratch the surface of the accolades that follow the name Jeremy Camp. However, on the heels of his fifth studio release, Camp has set his prize on sharing his message loud and clear with fans come November 25, 2008 with the aptly titled release, Speaking Louder Than Before (BEC Recordings).
"At this point, I have a more clear-cut purpose and vision of what I'm meant to do. I'm more purposeful in what I'm sharing. I see the hurt, the lack of direction, in this new generation," the former youth leader says of the album directed squarely at youth. "I always had a passion for youth, but this album is really aimed at them."
Speaking Louder Than Before isn't so much about Camp turning up the volume as it is finding greater clarity in what God's called him to do. And while he continues to grow and mature as an artist and a man, it only makes sense that this rocker with a preacher's heart would use his platform to proclaim - louder than ever - the message he knows today's kids need to hear.
In addition to the record and with the idea of serving the younger generation, Camp has created commentaries that feature him in a video song-by-song for the whole album. These teaching supplements will be available whether a physical or digital CD is purchased. Camp also has a youth pastor email sign-up list on his site to start a network for sharing.
With a purpose in hand, The Camp clan was planning to settle down in Jeremy's home state of Indiana, build a home, plant and some roots. It seemed like the right time to take that next step. But as he was reading his Bible one day, Camp says he sensed God saying, "don't put your tent pegs in too deep here." Soon after, he felt directed to move his family to Nashville. Since relocating, he's found his place, encouraging other artists by sharing what he's learned.
Camp admits he's "the busiest I've ever been," balancing work and family life (wife Adrienne and daughters Isabella, nearly four, Arianne, two). It helps that the Camps have made a commitment not to be apart for more than a week at a time. "My priority is my family - the girls are at such a crucial age that I just want to pour into them even more - but I also know what I'm called to do. We tell the girls, 'Dad's going out and sharing Jesus with people.'"
Taking this project to heart, Camp began recording Speaking Louder Than Before in May 2008 with Grammy-winning producer Brown Bannister (Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Third Day, Rich Mullins). Once in the studio, Camp recorded for five straight days, 12 hours each day, with some of Nashville's best session players backing him up and offering input that resulted in a larger sound than ever before. With its epic feel, haunting strings and plenty of ear candy, Louder goes far beyond any of Camp's previous projects, but the inspiration solidly remains the same.
The album's first multi-format single, "There Will Be A Day," has been # 1 most added at R&R's AC, CHR and Inspo formats. At AC Monitored, AC Indicator and CHR "There Will Be A Day" had the highest debut the week it entered the chart; at CHR and AC Monitored the song had the biggest spin increase on the chart and is already in rotation at nearly 70 reporting stations in just two weeks. See below what radio stations are already saying about this inspiring, melodic single, which will be available for download on iTunes beginning September 23rd.
"It is awesome...such richly brewed vocals. No kidding, no texture like that on the playlist right now. Production is sensational--I feel like I am in the studio observing the recording process."
Noonie Fugler- Music Director / KLFF/ K-Life San Luis Obispo
"Great song! Can you say #1 song of 2008?"
Mike Carrier. Music Director / Promotions 93.7 KAFC / 89.3 KATB Radio
"I think our listeners will love it! I got some very strong pre-test numbers from our Listener Advisory Panel last week. In fact, it's one of our highest pre-testing songs of the year!"
Dwayne Harrison / Program Director, New Life 91.9 WRCM Charlotte, NC
For more up-to-date information and daily blogs from Camp and his band, visit the newly launched website: www.jeremycamp.com . Also see below for the remaining fall dates for Jeremy Camp.
About the Speak Up, Speak Now, Speak Loud Campaign: "It's an agenda without an agenda. The Speak Up comes from Paul saying, 'I didn't come to you with persuasive words, the Holy Spirit did the work.' It's not about what you can do on your own power. God just wants us to spend time with Him and have a willing heart. Speak Now comes from the urgency of the scary times we live in. Lastly, Speak Loud challenges us to hear loud this declaration from out across the nations where people are crying out. It's not about volume, it's about the substance behind what we're saying."
About Jeremy Camp:
Since his debut BEC Recordings' project in 2002 (Stay), Jeremy Camp has made a definitive mark in the industry with his ability to compose hit songs and capture audiences of all ages selling more than two million records. Following his Gold-selling debut, Camp has released three additional studio projects (Carried Me: The Worship Project, Restored, and Beyond Measure), which have garnered a total of three RIAA Gold-Selling albums and an amazing 16 No. 1 radio hits under his belt. Honored with multiple Dove-nominations and five awards, a 2007 American Music Award nomination, and from the ASCAP Christian Music Awards three-time "Songwriter of the Year" (2008, 2006, 2005) winner including "Song of the Year" (2006). Camp continues to reach the masses with his music. Radio remains a strong supporter of Camp's music as his recent project Beyond Measure produced six back-to-back No. 1 hits, "Tonight" (CHR), "What It Means" "Let It Fade" and "Give You Glory," which was named the No. 2 AC Song of the Year on the R&R charts. In 2007, Camp was also voted Best Male Artist in the ChristianMusicToday.com Reader's Poll as well as named the No. 2 Artist of the Year on the R&R charts in addition to his first American Music Award nominee for Favorite Inspirational Artist. Camp has graced the covers and pages of Pollstar, R&R and CCM with each recording.
Jeremy Camp Fall 2008 Dates: (all subject to change)
9.20.08 Valencia, CA
9.28.08 Hattiesburg, MS
10.03.08 Philadelphia, PA
10.04.08 Hoffman Estates, IL
10.10.08 Perris, CA
10.11.08 St. Louis, MO
10.17.08 Columbia, SC
10.25.08 Hamilton, ON Canada
11.01.08 Cleveland, OH
11.07.08 Lindale, TX
11.14.08 Fayetteville, AR
11.15.08 Tulsa, OK
11.18.08 Johnson City, TN
11.22.08 Phoenix, AZ
12.28.08 Sevierville, TN
12.29.08 Sevierville, TN
12.31.08 Lynchburg, VA
Matt Balm (manager), Brandon Ebel (President Tooth&Nail Records/BEC Recordings), Jeremy Camp, Tyson Paoletti (GM of BEC Recordings), Brown Bannister (producer)
Jeremy Camp (Winner of this year's Christian ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Award) takes a break from recording his new studio project due later this year. The album, "Speaking Louder than Before" releases November 25th.
Los Angeles, CA (March 26, 2008) -- Award winning entertainment company, Paulist Productions, is pleased to announce its new venture in the rapidly expanding world of internet television with the brand new web series, Tyler’s Ride. Acclaimed Christian singer, Jeremy Camp joins the cast in his acting debut, as Jesse, an aspiring Christian musician and mentor to Tyler, the lead character.
“Jeremy Camp is a natural for the role,” says Father Frank Desiderio, Executive Producer of the series and President of Paulist Productions. “Jeremy was our first choice of all actor/musicians we looked at for the role.”
Also starring Grant Alan, Natalie Wachen and Ker’in Hayden, Tyler’s Ride is the story of 23 year-old Tyler, super-cool, super-senior in college, who is living the dream life in LA. Tyler shows up for his birthday party expecting the keys to a new car; instead, his Dad, “Mr. Tough Love,” kicks Tyler out of the house and cuts off his credit cards. Reality soon hits him square in the face. Then he meets Jesse, a musician with a dream, courage and convictions.
“It was a joy to work with people in the film industry whose purpose is to share their Christian faith and really make a difference in the world,” exclaims Camp. “Tyler’s Ride was a blast!”
Web TV is on the rise with hit shows such as Quarterlife, Prom Queen and Roommates grabbing the attention of teens and parents across the globe. With this market virtually untouched by faith-based producers, Paulist Productions moved into the void and created the Tyler’s Ride series aimed at this demographic.
Desiderio explains, “I’ve been convinced since starting to work in Hollywood that there are lots of creative, Christian artists and a large audience for their work; but, the problem in the past has been connecting the two. Broadband media allows us to bridge the gap between them. Paulist Productions creates entertainment to reveal the presence of God in the human experience. We share God’s good news with new media; we aspire to lead the way in producing internet entertainment that helps people meet life’s challenges.”
Tyler’s Ride will premiere April 22 on YouTube and Axiom TV with new webisodes each week. The series will also appear on the show’s website at www.tylersride.com.
Congratulations to Jeremy Camp, who was voted Favorite Artist and Favorite Male Artist in CCM Readers Choice Awards. He also recently received 5 Dove Award nominations.
On March 21st there will be a very limited release of the Restored Album featuring 4 never-released songs.
Jeremy will be taking off on a short acoustic live unplugged tour starting March 2nd in Sioux Falls, SD and ending March 19th in Dodge City, KS.
Bethany Dillon will be opening up for this tour. Catch it if you can!
