- Hyland (band)
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Hyland Origin 
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USAGenres Pop rock, Christian rock Years active 2006-present Labels Tooth & Nail Records Associated acts Fireflight, After Edmund, Wavorly, Abandon Kansas Website www.hylandofficial.com Members Jon Lewis
Mitch Hansen
Ben Early
Jaran Sorenson
Steve WeigelPast members Matt Lennander
Tim Neff
Lee CarterHyland is an American Christian rock band originating from Minneapolis, Minnesota. The band released two EPs independently before signing to Tooth & Nail Records on October 25, 2010.[1][2] Their debut album was released on Tooth & Nail on May 3, 2011.[3]
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Formation (2006-2009)
Hyland formed in 2006 in Minneapolis, Minnesota as a local Christian pop rock band. Hyland gained local attention as they traveled the state of Minnesota, and eventually the United States, and performed at local clubs and various scenes, including performing at U.S. festivals (Lifest, Sonshine, etc.), and winning a music tournament at Club 3 Degrees,[4] which is described by the awarding organization as "nationally recognized."[5]
During that time, Hyland released their first two EPs independently. Polyphonic Telegraph No. 1 was released on July 22, 2008[6] and Quotients was released on May 13, 2009.
Record deal (2010)
On October 25, 2010, Tooth & Nail Records added Hyland to their artist roster. According to lead vocalist Jon Lewis, the band was preparing songs for their third independent release when musician/producer Aaron Sprinkle contacted the band and requested a personal pitch to Tooth & Nail. The request came following the discovery of the band by Sprinkle after one of his interns accidentally left one of Hyland's song samples on Sprinkle's computer without closing the program before leaving for the night.[7] According to Hyland's biography at MySpace, the record label was "blown away" by Hyland's live performance and strong original songs.[8]
After the signing, Aaron Sprinkle agreed to produce the band's debut album, Weights & Measures, which was released on May 3, 2011. The album was mixed by JR McNeely.
National tours (2011-present)
Hyland performed on the "Overcome Tour," headlined by Fireflight and featuring After Edmund and Royal Tailor.[9][10] Hyland is currently performing on the "Mother, May I?" Tour, with Abandon Kansas and Wavorly.[11]
Media recognition
Aside from touring, Hyland has been the subject of an interview on The Harvest Show, a show on World Harvest Television, a nationally-broadcasting channel.[12][13][14] Hyland is also in regular rotation on RadioU[15] and the Northwestern Media network.[16] Hyland's second radio single, "This Love Is Free," from their debut album, Weights & Measures, peaked at No. 29 on the Christian Songs chart published by Billboard.[17]
Band members
Current members
- Jon Lewis - lead vocals, rhythm guitar
- Mitch Hansen - lead guitar
- Ben Early - keys, backing vocals, additional guitar
- Jaran Sorenson - bass
- Steve Weigel - drums
Former members
- Matt Lennander - lead guitar
- Tim Neff - rhythm guitar
- Lee Carter - bass
Discography
Studio albums
Released Title Label(s) May 3, 2011 Weights & Measures Tooth & Nail Records Studio EPs
Released Title Label(s) July 22, 2008 Polyphonic Telegraph No. 1 (independent) May 13, 2009 Quotients (independent) References
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- ^ Tooth & Nail | Artist | Hyland toothandnail.com. Retrieved 03-31-2011.
- ^ Tooth & Nail Records Nabs Minneapolis Band: Hyland | TodaysChristianMusic.com todayschrisitanmusic.com. Retrieved 04-08-2011.
- ^ Jesusfreakhideout.com: Hyland Discography, Hyland Artist Database, T39, Tomorrows39 jesusfreakhideout.com. Retrieved 03-31-2011.
- ^ Award-winning Christian-rock group Hyland to perform uwec.edu. Retrieved 04-07-2011.
- ^ Music Tournament | 3 Degrees Ministries 3degreesministries.com. Retrieved 03-31-2011.
- ^ Jesusfreakhideout.com: Hyland, "Polyphonic Telegraph No. 1" Review jesusfreakhideout.com. Retrieved 04-01-2011.
- ^ YouTube - Find out about Hyland- New Tooth & Nail Band youtube.com. Retrieved 04-15-2011.
- ^ Hyland SEATTLE :) | Free Music, Tour Dates, Photos, Videos myspace.com. Retrieved 04-03-2011.
- ^ Music News > > RADIOU.COM tvulive.com. Retrieved 04-03-2011.
- ^ Jesusfreakhideout.com: Music News, March 2011: Project Help Hyland: Band Trailer and ALL Gear Stolen jesusfreakhideout.com. Retrieved 04-03-2011.
- ^ Music News >> RADIOU.COM tvulive.com. Retrieved 05-27-2011.
- ^ YouTube - Harvest Show - Hyland Interview - 3-28-11 youtube.com. Retrieved 04-08-2011.
- ^ YouTube - Hyland "Desperate Man" - Harvest Show 3-28-11 youtube.com. Retrieved 04-08-2011.
- ^ YouTube - The Harvest Show - Hyland - This Love Is Free - 3-28-11 youtube.com. Retrieved 04-08-2011.
- ^ Ten Most Wanted > > RADIOU.COM tvulive.com. Retrieved 04-11-2011.[dead link]
- ^ Life 102.5 - Uplifting and Safe For Your Family >> Blog Archive >> Recently Added Music to Life 102.5 life1025.com. Retrieved 05-14-2011.
- ^ This Love is Free - Hyland | Billboard.com billboard.com. Retrieved 05-30-2011.
External links
Categories:- American Christian rock groups
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