With a sound as diverse as its homeland, Newworldson is musically re-inventing what it means to be Canadian. The band, comprised of singer-songwriter Joel Parisien, drummer Mark Rogers, bassist Rich Moore and guitarist/vocalist Josh Toal, seamlessly weaves soul, funk, reggae and gospel into a unique tapestry.
Hailing from Toronto, one of the world's most multi-cultural and integrated cities, the band was named after the New World, hinterland of the British, French and Spanish monarchies. Newworldson passionately underscores the spiritual content of its lyrics whenever they perform, encouraging fellow Christians to be committed to a life of outreach and evangelism and hoping to see all God's children united in praise, sharing fellowship and experiencing revival.
Newworldson is the soundtrack to an emerging spiritual revolution - a revolution that will define 21st century history.
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SALVATION STATION| Posted September 29, 2008
Hailing from Niagara Falls, Newworldson bring a fresh taste of New Orleans gospel/funk/blues to your speakers. Put on your dancin’ shoes and shake a leg while these Canadians bebop and scat your socks off. The album pairs catchy melodies with a potent combination of straightforward rhythmic changes and fun but relevant lyrics. Unlike many albums, Salvation Station seeps talent from all angles creating a truly unique and honest work. Currently on tour with the newsboys, NWS is honing its live performance which the band is already known for. (Word has it that they received a standing ovation during the GMA Week showcases last April, thoroughly impressing the hardest to impress.)
It truly is difficult to pick one single standout track, or even two for that matter. Five cuts in though, “Sweet Holy Spirit” sings “If Pride is My Prison/Then Grace be my King/Sweet Holy Spirit, Come rescue me,” displaying the deep lyrical content NWS inhabits. Moreover, the use of an upright bass creates a colossal subtle difference that must simply be heard to know.
Salvation Station is indeed a must-have for 2008. You will find yourself hitting “repeat” again and again. -Jonathan Isaac Harms
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Newworldson [Salvation Station]| Posted September 24, 2008
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The Salvation station is on its way! What a great group! Newworldson really put me in my place with their New Orleans-esque style of music. It's like... I don't know how to explain! What comes to my mind is like the 1920-30's flare music with some spice like old bee-bop jazz with a little funk, but not too much. It mixes all so well together. One of my favorites is “Down from the Mountain”. It makes you bob your head without knowing it. The chorus goes on like this... “On my darkest day Your light shined right in / Now I’m miles away from where I’ve gone and been / What else can I say about the state I’m in? / People say I’ve changed since I came down, down from the mountain”. I especially loved it because of the bass. I love to hear a strong bass line. (I play the bass, so I always automatically look for it!)
The lyrics of Salvation Station won’t let you question what the group is all about. The title track “Salvation Station” makes it clear that their train is on the “right track". “Working Man” is a song that I like to sing to myself, you know to remind me that "I'm a special agent of the Lamb", and whenever I'm feeling low in my walk, I just sing the lyrics to “Empty Heart”. I just love the words to that song. I also like the lyrics to “Borderline”. It makes me think of some people who are out there walking on the edge. Afraid to take that mighty step toward our Lord Jesus. Afraid of the looks, afraid of everything that the world will do to them to make them feel like they're in the wrong.
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I had the chance to see Newworldson at a local concert here in Clearwater, FL called Raise the Roof, and ever since then I've been a fan. Nobody sounds like them, which I find very awesome. Originality is always a plus. And then there are the lyrics. There is no doubt that they are out there for the Lord and that's always a major plus as well! I see Newworldson as very dedicated in doing the Lord’s work. I hope they keep on keeping on!
Rating: 9.6 out of 10 (96%, A)
Review written by: Josh Poston
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Fantastic Album| Posted August 04, 2009
I love this album- it's unlike anything in Christian music. Very jazzy...bluegrass- but music that can most definetly get your foot tappin' Lead singers voice is great- Songs like "Salvation Station" and "Down From the Mountain" and "Working Man" are awesomely fun.
Great New Artist!!| Posted October 28, 2008
From the opening track of Salvation Station I knew that Newworldson had something different and special to make it stand out. There music doesnt really sound like anyone else that I can think of. It is praise and worship with some rock, blues, jazz, southern gospel, reggae and a few other types of music infused throughout the sound. I like the song "Salvation Station" "Working Man" and "Gimme." I expect really great things from them and this album is worth the listen for all fans of great music especially those willing to try something new.
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