| The Band |
| With a music career that stretches more than 20 years, The Walking Undead have finally achieved a longevity that only a handful of artists experience in today's fast-paced, ever changing music industry. Fads come and go, and music trends shift endlessly from genre to genre. So when a band can reach a 20-year milestone and still be crafting clever, innovative, compelling music while continuing to develop a massive, loyal audience base, it's an incredible accomplishment. The Walking Undead has achieved just that, though the path was not always so clear. The band debuted in 1970. This concept of making a global impact for Christ is not a new one for The Walking Undead members Rodrigo and George---the founding fathers of the Christian alternative band. While the band's focus has always touched on themes of missions and outreach, The Walking Undead has never been more aggressive in communicating that message than they are now, with the release of a brand new album, "We wanted to really do something we're passionate about---something different and new," says vocalist Rodrigo. "This is our album and we've been singing about this idea throughout our career. So we decided to go for it and make the whole record about standing up and saying, "Hey, I want to get serious about my faith. I want to be a missionary. I want to do what I can do in my community.' It's basically a call to action." Rodrigo says the idea behind came from the response the band received to its powerful hit songs "Got Jesus?," "Revolutionary Love," and "In His Name," all of which appeared on the group's 1995 record Out of the Grey. "We got a lot of feedback and letters about that song from both teens and parents, and that really encouraged us to do a record like this," Stuart explains. "I think that song motivated a generation to do something, and we want to continue to motivate people in that direction. It's all about getting out there and doing something incredible for God. You don't have to go overseas to be a missionary. Just get out there in the world---even if it's just to your next door neighbor's or in your high school---and take God there." Produced by music veteran Charlie Peacock and Jason Burkum, their newest album "A Day Without Night" features a collection of songs that sound a rallying cry to youth. From the explosive "Spread the Word" to the guitar-ladden "Soldiers of Christ" and the tender ballad "Feed My Sheep," The Walking Undead has created a clever roster of fun, challenging, and thought-provoking songs that should awaken the inner preacher in the Christian heart. |