Nashville-based film company City of Peace Films and indie record label City of Peace Media have received two Dove Award nominations in the Short Form Music Video of the Year category with "As For Me And My House" by John Waller and "A Thousand Generations" by Sean Spicer with Tilly Cryar. Dustin Marcellino directed and Yochanan Marcellino produced both videos for City of Peace Films and City of Peace Media.
Waller's "As For Me and My House" video is a YouTube favorite, with more than 350,000 views. The song, the title track from his third album, is featured on the Top 10 Courageous movie soundtrack. Waller also wrote and performed the theme song featured in the movie Fireproof, entitled "While I'm Waiting."
Spicer's "A Thousand Generations" is featured on his current CD, Olive Tree, which was named Best Instrumental Album of the Year at the 2011 Covenant Awards, presented annually by the Gospel Music Association of Canada.
"With City of Peace Films and City of Peace Media being just two and a half years old, it's truly a great honor to have received our first two Dove Award nominations, both for Short Form Music Video of the Year," says Founder, President and CEO of City of Peace Films and City of Peace Media, Yochanan Marcellino. "We applaud the great work and creativity of Dustin Marcellino on both of these music videos, the only director in the field of eight music video finalists to receive two nominations."
Dustin Marcellino, who currently is directing the upcoming faith-based motion picture, The Identical, for City of Peace Films (recently featured in The Hollywood Reporter) was excited to hear about his double nomination.
"It was encouraging to receive this news, as both of these videos are heavily based on Scripture and have deep spiritual and Biblical content," says Dustin Marcellino. "Joshua 24:15 is the theme of 'As For Me And My House' and Deuteronomy 7:9 is the theme of 'A Thousand Generations.'"
"'As For Me And My House' by John Waller is the foundational video for John's ministry as the title track to his current CD and current single. Sean Spicer's music video, 'A Thousand Generations,' featuring Tilly Cryar on vocals, is from his Olive Tree CD, which is already an award-winning project as a three-time Covenant Award recipient," says Yochanan Marcellino.
Waller and Spicer are both nominated in a category that also includes "7x70" by Chris August, with director Evan Kaufmann and producer Randy Peterson for Detail Film and Fervent Records; "Crazy Love" by Hawk Nelson, with director/producer John Reuben for BEC Recordings; "Feed The Machine" by Red, with directors the Erwin Brothers and producer Dan Atchison for Alabama Production Group and Essential Records; "I Lift My Hands" by Chris Tomlin, with director/producer Nathan Corrona for Dustbrand Films and EMI CMG; "Miracles" by Newsboys, with director/producer TK McKamy for Revolution Pictures and Inpop Records; and "You Are More" by Tenth Avenue North, with director Wes Edwards and producer Drew Langer for Ruckus Films and Reunion Records.
Nominations were announced Feb. 22 in Atlanta. The 43rd Annual Dove Awards, produced by the Gospel Music Association, will be held April 19 at Atlanta's Fox Theatre.
Waller's As For Me And My House and Spicer's Olive Tree are available through City of Peace Media and Provident Distribution.
City of Peace Media has announced that "As For Me And My House," the powerful song from John Waller featured on the Top 10 Courageous movie soundtrack, will go for adds Friday, January 20, as the popular recording artist's next radio single. The song, the title track from Waller's third album, already is garnering accolades, including an enthusiastic endorsement from Alex Kendrick, writer and director of Courageous.
"When I first heard John Waller's song based on Joshua 24:15, I had chills! I listened to it three times in a row and then began sharing it with friends," says Kendrick, who also stars in Courageous, the 2011 independent film from the makers of Fireproof and Facing the Giants, which challenges fathers to model God's values for their children.
Waller, who caught the attention of the world with his song "While I'm Waiting" from the No. 1 independent film of 2008, Fireproof, continues to boldly proclaim the Word of God in his latest single. Using Joshua 24:15 as the foundation, the song and the companion video confronts the "spirit of this age" (Acts 17:22-23), and the idols of money and power, sexual immorality, powerless religion, pornography, and drugs and alcohol while providing God's solution: "As For Me And My House, we shall serve the Lord" (Joshua 24:15).
"For me, this is a long-awaited release, but I believe God's perfect timing. "As For Me and My House" is our family's declaration for 2012 and for life," Waller says. "I'm believing the message of the song is going to impact many lives."
The title track, offered as a free download to those who sign the Joshua 24:15 Declaration at Waller's website, highlights the album's theme of declaring our allegiance to God and restoring the focus to family values. The music video version of "As For Me and My House" has more than 298,000 views on YouTube so far. To sign the Declaration and to view the video, visit johnwallermusic.com.
"I asked that it be included on the soundtrack CD of our recent film Courageous, as the lyrics and message aligned perfectly with the plot and theme of the movie," says Kendrick. "I did this because I can tell that God gave John this song. It drips with power and sincerity. It is the kind of song that people will rally around and use as a banner for their faith and convictions.
John Waller, the popular recording artist who touched the world with his song "While I'm Waiting" from the hit film Fireproof, and whose current single "As For Me And My House" is on the Top 10 Courageous movie soundtrack, has signed for exclusive booking worldwide with H2O Artist Agency, founded by veteran Christian music industry agent Scott Huie.
"From his early days leading the critically acclaimed band According to John to his impactful ministry as a solo artist, John Waller has continually used his gifts as a singer and songwriter to inspire, educate, and encourage the body of Christ," Huie says. "A devoted father and husband, Waller walks his talk, and he understands the power of healing and blessing in the Word of truth. His music and life are a testimony to the power available in God's promises."
Waller joins an impressive lineup of artists at H2O including The Imperials, Superchick, DecembeRadio, Sevenglory, Classic Petra and Seventh Day Slumber.
"I couldn't be happier about joining the H2O artist roster," Waller says. "I've known Scott Huie since the According to John days and almost worked with him back then. Now is the right time!"
John Waller, the popular recording artist who touched the world with his song "While I'm Waiting" from the film Fireproof, is one of several musicians featured on the Courageous movie soundtrack, released today by Reunion Records and Provident Label Group.
"As For Me and My House," the title track from Waller's current City of Peace Media CD, is among the 12 songs on the music project accompanying the latest film from the makers of Fireproof and Facing the Giants. Sherwood Pictures' Courageous, released in theaters September 30, drew more than 1 million viewers during its opening weekend, earning it the No. 4 debut ranking and the No. 1 new movie at box offices nationwide, according to Christian Retailing. In its first 17 days, the film earned more than $21 million at the box office, according to The-numbers.com.
Waller's single focuses on Joshua 24:15 ("But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD."), a central theme to the Courageous film. As the characters in the film make an allegiance to God by focusing on family values, Waller, too, challenges his fans to sign the Joshua 24:15 Declaration at the musician's website. All who sign the Declaration are offered a free download of the song "As For Me and My House." The music video version of "As For Me and My House" has almost 200,000 views on YouTube so far.
Waller joins other top Christian artists on the soundtrack, including Casting Crowns on the movie title track, Third Day, Brandon Heath, Tenth Avenue North, Mark Harris, Sanctus Real and Building 429.
To sign Waller's Joshua 24:15 Declaration and to view the video, visit johnwallermusic.com.
John Waller, the popular recording artist who touched the world with his song "While I'm Waiting" from the hit film Fireproof, recently appeared on TBN's Praise The Lord with host Russ Taff where Waller shared the behind-the-scene details of his latest song, "Heaven Just Got Better."
During the interview with Taff, Waller discussed the recent birth of his son, Josiah Emmanuel, and the death of his mother less than 24 hours later. Waller also performed songs from his current CD, As For Me And My House, as well as debuting "Heaven Just Got Better."
"I wrote 'Heaven Just Got Better' a couple of years ago, but never did anything with the song," says Waller. "After my mother's death, I went back to the song and finished it as a tribute to my mom. It was as if God was holding the song for just this time," he adds.
"I never thought a perfect place like Heaven could get any better," he says. "Now I know it is."
As the segment ended, Waller said prayers over the studio audience, as well as the TV viewers, using Jewish blessings from the Old Testament, including the Aaronic Benediction from Numbers 6:22-27.
"It was truly an honor to be interviewed by the legendary Russ Taff. He was one of my favorite singers growing up," Waller says of his experience at the show. "It was particularly special to sing 'Heaven Just Got Better' for the first time," he adds.
"Yes," the new radio single from John Waller's latest CD, As For Me and My House, releases to radio today amid accolades and praise for the popular recording artist's newest collection of scripture-based songs and declaration-style anthems.
Waller, who is best known for touching the world with the extraordinary song, "While I'm Waiting," from "Fireproof," the No. 1 independent film of 2008, doesn't disappoint on the sonically vibrant new single, which reverberates with the truth of God's goodness and positive touch.
"When we heard the new music from John Waller, we were bouncing off the walls with excitement in the Shamrock offices!" says Chris Chicago, Shamrock Entertainment's vice president of National Promotion. "John has a unique gift of incorporating tons of scripture into his songs while also making them insanely hooky, singable, and relatable to the target Christian radio audience. We are humbled and beyond excited to be on the team that gets to bring this life altering music to the masses!"
As For Me and My House received a robust welcome from fans and industry veterans when the CD was released May 3 through Provident-Integrity Distribution. The critically-acclaimed CD, the first project for Waller since signing with Nashville-based City of Peace Media, debuted at No. 4 on iTunes Christian Gospel Chart and claimed the No. 26 spot on SoundScan's Adult Contemporary and Christian/Gospel Current Digital Albums charts.
Andy Argyrakis, music critic for the Gospel Music Channel says, "On As For Me and My House, John Waller's channeling his own pensive pop within Casting Crowns-styled anthems that won't have any trouble connecting with both the church and the radio waves."
Jay Heilman, Jr., founder and webmaster at christianmusicreview.org, calls As For Me and My House a career defining album for Waller. "I am beyond moved by this album!" Heilman declares. "The Lord is using this song/album to remind us that we're to lay our idols down and choose today — not tomorrow, but today — to serve the Lord within our houses with our lives, our families and all of our being. Listen, be inspired and be prepared to move!"
NewReleaseTuesday.com calls John Waller "...one of the most relatable artists I've ever heard," and says As For Me and My House "... is a great adult contemporary worship album. If you like Steven Curtis Chapman, Casting Crowns and MercyMe, then you should really enjoy John Waller."
To help celebrate the new release, American Family Radio recently hosted a "John Waller As For Me And My House All Day CD Release Party," and popular websites like New Release Tuesday and HearitFirst.com selected Waller as their featured artist.
As For Me and My House continues to gain traction with fans and critics alike as Waller and his music are scheduled to be featured by such prominent Christian media as Christianitytoday.com, Focus on the Family, Campus Crusade for Christ, GospelMusicChannel.com, Sid Roth's "It's Supernatural!" and more.
John Waller, the popular recording artist who touched the world with his song, "While I'm Waiting" from the film "Fireproof," is set to appear on tonight's edition of JCTV's "1 Music Village," which airs at 8 p.m. PT, and will air 4-5 more times throughout the week. Waller will perform songs from his new CD, As For Me and My House, which released May 3 through City of Peace Media and Provident-Integrity Distribution.
As For Me and My House has received a robust welcome from fans and critics alike since its release earlier this month. The CD debuted at No. 4 on the iTunes Christian Gospel Chart and claimed the No. 26 spot on SoundScan's Adult Contemporary and Christian/Gospel Current Digital Albums charts.
Andy Argyrakis, music critic for the Gospel Music Channel says, "On As For Me and My House, John Waller's channeling his own pensive pop within Casting Crowns-styled anthems that won't have any trouble connecting with both the church and the radio waves."
Jay Heilman, Jr., founder and webmaster at christianmusicreview.org, calls As For Me and My House a career defining album for Waller. "I am beyond moved by this album!" Heilman declares. "The Lord is using this song/album to remind us that we're to lay our idols down and choose today — not tomorrow, but today — to serve the Lord within our houses with our lives, our families and all of our being. Listen, be inspired and be prepared to move!"
NewReleaseTuesday.com calls John Waller "...one of the most relatable artists I've ever heard," and says As For Me and My House "... is a great adult contemporary worship album. If you like Steven Curtis Chapman, Casting Crowns and MercyMe, then you should really enjoy John Waller."
To help celebrate the new release, American Family Radio recently hosted a "John Waller As For Me And My House All Day CD Release Party," and popular websites like New Release Tuesday and HearitFirst.com selected Waller as their featured artist.
As For Me and My House continues to gain traction with fans and critics alike as Waller and his music are scheduled to be featured by such prominent Christian media as Christianitytoday.com, Focus on the Family, Campus Crusade for Christ, GospelMusicChannel.com, Sid Roth's "It's Supernatural!" and more.
JCTV, a Christian youth network targeting viewers aged 13-30, is part of Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN). "1 Music Village" highlights the best in contemporary Christian music during each weekly segment. To watch a live stream, go to www.jctv.org or tune into your local television station (www.jctv.org/updates).
John Waller, the popular recording artist who touched the world with the extraordinary song, "While I'm Waiting" from the motion picture, "Fireproof," has signed with Nashville-based City of Peace Media. Waller's eagerly anticipated enhanced CD, As For Me and My House, is set for a May 3, 2011 release through Provident-Integrity Distribution.
"Beyond the fact that he is an extremely talented and gifted musician, the thing that impresses me most about John is his commitment to the Word of God. It's what he is all about, a "man of the Word," and all his songs are a practical application of the Word of God manifested in song," comments City of Peace Media president Yochanan Marcellino. "I'm honored to have an artist like him on the City of Peace label."
"When I met Yochanan Marcellino at Promise Keepers last year, he immediately understood what I was about and there was a divine connection," says Waller. "I am thrilled to be partnering with City of Peace!"
Waller first captured the attention of the Christian music community as frontman for the pop band According to John. But the talented Georgia native laid his aspirations for a career as a performing artist aside when he and his wife Josee felt led to move to Colorado to help establish a new church. Songs that were birthed in John during that time opened new doors for the worship leader, and his major label debut, The Blessing, introduced Waller's music to a wider audience. His follow-up solo project included the powerful title track, "While I'm Waiting," which was featured prominently on "Fireproof," the No. 1 independent film of 2008.
Waller has long been known for injecting heavy doses of scripture into his lyrics, and the songs on As For Me and My House are no exception.
"Hiding God's Word in my heart has impacted every area of my life since I began memorizing scripture in my early college days. What has been stored away in my heart just comes out of me when I write," Waller declares. "When people memorize scripture and sing the truth of God's Word, it changes their lives forever."
John Waller's As For Me and My House is available on City of Peace Media and distributed through Provident-Integrity Distribution. For more information on John Waller and As For Me and My House, visit johnwallermusic.com or cityofpeace.com.
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John Waller, the celebrated artist behind the FIREPROOF movie anthem “While I’m Waiting,” is set to release his sophomore solo album this week, titled While I’m Waiting, in stores nationwide Tuesday, April 7. The fan-favorite song gained instant popularity after appearing prominently in FIREPROOF, the No. 1 independent movie of 2008, and became a focal point of the film as the only song played in its entirety. The theatrical release’s 5 million viewers’ response to the song was immediate, pushing “While I’m Waiting” into the Top 5 on iTunes Christian Songs chart, with 63,000 downloads of the song to date.
Waller’s breakout song has hit a collective nerve and fans are clamoring for more. The album includes a “FIREPROOF Remix” version of “While I’m Waiting,” featuring audio clips from the movie. A new music video for “While I’m Waiting” incorporates powerful movie scenes, and is now streaming online at www.johnwallermusic.com. In addition, a bonus FIREPROOF Soundtrack sampler CD is packaged with Waller’s new album, which contains the original movie score and 3 songs featured in the film: “Brighter Days” by Leeland, “Love Is Not a Fight” by Warren Barfield and “You Belong to Me” by Grey Holiday.
With the release of his sophomore project, While I’m Waiting, the Georgia-based singer/songwriter delivers an eleven-song collection that overflows with a message of trusting God, even during those painfully long seasons of waiting.
Waller says, “The important thing to remember while we are waiting on God is to not just wait, but to actively wait. Serve, worship, and be faithful with what you have, where you are…even while you wait.”
Declaring the Word of God to be true has become something of a trademark for Waller – so much so that he has coined the term “declaration songs” to describe much of his music.
“Many contemporary worship songs are vertical and are appropriately directed toward God,” he explains. “But I believe there is also a need for horizontal worship songs that are designed to build up the Body of Christ. The Word of God says, ‘You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free.’ My calling is to go deeper into God’s Word and to let that truth set me free. My job is to put that truth into songs, and put those songs into the mouths of the people. I could write about topical issues and put a catchy hook in it, but that’s not eternal. The Word of God is the only thing that lasts forever.
Waller adds, “When people sing the truth of God’s Word, it changes their lives. I don’t know anything that is more powerful.”
For more on John Waller, and a listing of tour dates, please visit: www.johnwallermusic.com.
