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| How does a boy band survive in a day when teen pop became as pass� as talk of Britney and Justin�s breakup? For Plus One, survival came by taking risks. While it would have made perfect sense for the guys to simply play it safe, Plus One made drastic changes to stay current in a changing musical climate. And the results of this year�s CCM Readers� Awards seem to indicate the fans� continued appreciation. While not as successful as its initial outing, Plus One�s second album, Obvious (Atlantic), certainly was no flop. Dominating the sales chart when it debuted at No. 1 and continuing to keep pace with industry elite, the group proved to be more than a one-album wonder with songs like "Goin� Crazy" becoming playlist favorites on the likes of Radio Disney. In support of the album, a tour soon began that boasted huge production that could compete with Britney, J-Lo or Creed. But when low ticket sales forced several of the shows to cancel or relocate to smaller venues, the rumor mill quickly began churning with assertions that Plus One�s end would come sooner than later. In an interview on their tour bus after a recent show, Nate Cole voices the group�s frustrations with fame. "While we�re certainly very blessed with all that�s happened, the daily demands of the job weren�t always easy," Cole asserts. "It became increasingly taxing from an emotional, physical and even a spiritual level, and that caused us to really consider exactly why we�re doing this and what our futures hold." Artistic differences about the group�s more progressive direction also caused a change in the group�s lineup of Cole, Jason Perry, Nathan Walters, Gabe Combs and Jeremy Mhire, with Perry ultimately deciding that a break would be the best move for him. "I felt like it would be great to take some downtime to re-evaluate," Perry says. "The guys also thought that would be a good thing, based on some musical ideas they wanted to experiment with. So they�re experimenting with some new things while I�m away, and I�m beginning to experiment with things and possibly writing for a solo record. I�m laying low and having so much fun relaxing. It�s been crazy from the time I was 17 with all the non-stop touring." While the group will reunite for a few Christmas tour dates to promote their holiday record, Plus One�s management concurs on the group�s official Web site at plusoneonline.com that the future of the group remains an unknown. But despite all the changes, Plus One remains a CCM fan favorite with domination in five categories in this year�s Readers� Awards. "I feel that Plus One is the best band ever because they�ve strengthened my relationship with God," says CCM reader Sylvia Kim, a senior at St. Joseph Notre Dame High in Alameda, California. "I�ve met them before, and they are such an inspiration to me with their music, testimonies and message. A lot of artists have influenced me but not as much as Plus One. They seem so down-to-earth and humble." -from www.plusoneonline.com |
| Congradulations to Plus ONE! The CCM Reader's award winner: BAND OF THE YEAR! Read this article, and then make sure to scroll down and read the Christmas CD article! *Both of these articles taken from www.plusoneonline.com Thanks! |
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| Plus One's Christmas Gift. The sound is unmistakable. Whether it�s the soaring a cappella "Silent Night," the novel takes on classic gems like "What Child Is This" or "O Holy Night," or the rich assurance of a potential standard like "A Prayer for Every Year," the vocal harmonies can only be Plus One. Last year�s GMA New Artists of the Year, Plus One, the quintet of Jason Perry, Nate Cole, Jeremy Mhire, Nathan Walters and Gabe Combs. Now, with their seasonal offering, Christmas, Plus One not only underscores the fact that Christmas indeed is "the most wonderful time of the year," but again prove themselves a pop force to be reckoned with, one of the freshest discoveries in music today. -from www.plusoneonline.com |
| This is from the www.musicforce.com catalog: The wholesome fivesome boy-band sensation now brings their renowed harmonies to new holiday hits and Christmas classecs! Featuring a tight beldn of acoustic pop and traditional orchestration, songs include "O Holy Night", "A Christmas Prayer", "I Won't Forget This Christmas", "What Child Is This?", "Silent Night" and more! |
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| FRO Articles Here is a collection of articles on none other than Plus ONE!! Enjoy them! If you have any articles you'd like to send us, e-mail them to us! [email protected] |
| Next up on stage was the reason many young girls made it to the show�Plus One. No longer the stylized boy band a la �Nsync, the band is barely distinguishable as they rock out to the songs that endeared them to its fan in the first place. But did the fact that they head bang and play instruments deter the gaggle of screaming girls? Nope, not one bit! While it�s still strange to see them with a new rock �n� light, the band seems to be committed and excited about what they�re doing. After the show, Nate Cole told CCMmagazine.com that they�ve been writing a bunch of new songs and will be heading into the studio in March to record for a possible summer release. -Thanks to Plus ONE Kingdom for this!! |
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| Winter Jam Tour 2003 |
| This is from ccmmagazine.com about the opening show of the Winter Jam tour! This is what they had to say about Plus ONE! For the whole article about all the artists on the tour, click here. |
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 1, 2003 JASON PERRY DEPARTS PLUS ONE Singer Jason Perry has parted ways with Contemporary Christian pop group Plus One. He is currently booking dates for solo performances and speaking engagements this spring. Jason is also writing and rehearsing material for his debut solo album. "Plus One was a great experience," stated Jason. "I am so thankful for all the opportunities we have had and all the great people we've met and worked with. I do feel like this is just the beginning for me. Plus One has put me in a position to fulfill my destiny in a greater way and I am so thankful for that." Jason Perry appears on Plus One's three Atlantic albums: the RIAA gold-certified "THE PROMISE," their sophomore release, "OBVIOUS," and last year's holiday collection, "CHRISTMAS." In addition, Jason is an award-winning author, whose first book, You Are Not Your Own, was a bestseller on the Christian bookstore charts. His second book is expected this fall. |
| Press Release from JasonPerry.com: |
| Thanks, Jason, for 3 great years of your ministry in Plus ONE!! Let's all pray for him as he follow's God's will... |
| Jeremy's out: Plus One now down to 3 CMCentral has independently confirmed today that the latest rumors are true: Jeremy Mhire is indeed leaving Plus One. Mhire cites his upcoming marriage to fianc� Jennifer Hicklin and his desire to settle down and possibly pursue other interests as his reasons for parting ways with the group. This report follows the recent departure by bandmember Jason Perry, and the group's subsequent move to Inpop Records. As first reported by Tommy2.net, the three remaining members of Plus One have decided to carry on as a trio, and have no desire to bring on additional members. Plus One's first album for Inpop Records is currently slated to arrive sometime this fall. |
| Press Release from CMCentral.com: |
| Thanks, Jeremy, for over 3 years of wonderful ministry to us through Plus ONE! We'll continue to keep you and Jenny and your marriage in our prayers! We support your decision as God is leading you in other ways... |
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