Article One (band)
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Article One is a Canadian
Christian
rock
band from London, Ontario
. The band's lineup features Nathan Piche (vocals, guitars, keyboards), Matt Piche (violin, vocals), Dave DeSmit (drums, vocals), and Nolan Verner (bass guitar).
ist. Their father was a Christian musician who toured the country as a solo artist. Matt started playing violin when he was five years old and Nathan started playing piano a year later. Dave DeSmit's musical studies began in early elementary school.
Article One played their final show Wednesday June 15, 2011 at Highland Lakes Camp and Conference Center. It was also the first and last show of new bassist, Jason Tinnel.
On July 12, 2011, the band announced they have stopped touring and that they had amicably "parted ways" as a band.
, which was featured by U2
on their Vertigo Tour
. The declaration states that "All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood."
. Their second album was released on May 27, 2008. A special edition of their second album was released in Japan and included the song "In No Time At All" from their debut album as a bonus track.
chart in June 2008. "Taken By The Storm" climbed into the Top 10 on the U.S. Contemporary Christian Music
chart.
Covenant Awards
Juno Awards
Rock What You Got Tour (USA) with Superchick
and Stellar Kart
- Fall 2008
Newsboys GO Tour (USA) - Spring 2008
Shoutfest Tour (USA) - Fall 2007
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
Christian
Christian
A Christian is a person who adheres to Christianity, an Abrahamic, monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the Canonical gospels and the letters of the New Testament...
rock
Rock music
Rock music is a genre of popular music that developed during and after the 1960s, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States. It has its roots in 1940s and 1950s rock and roll, itself heavily influenced by rhythm and blues and country music...
band from London, Ontario
London, Ontario
London is a city in Southwestern Ontario, Canada, situated along the Quebec City – Windsor Corridor. The city has a population of 352,395, and the metropolitan area has a population of 457,720, according to the 2006 Canadian census; the metro population in 2009 was estimated at 489,274. The city...
. The band's lineup features Nathan Piche (vocals, guitars, keyboards), Matt Piche (violin, vocals), Dave DeSmit (drums, vocals), and Nolan Verner (bass guitar).
History
Nathan and Matt Piche were brought up in a musical household. Their parents are music teachers and their sister is a classical guitarClassical guitar
The classical guitar is a 6-stringed plucked string instrument from the family of instruments called chordophones...
ist. Their father was a Christian musician who toured the country as a solo artist. Matt started playing violin when he was five years old and Nathan started playing piano a year later. Dave DeSmit's musical studies began in early elementary school.
Article One played their final show Wednesday June 15, 2011 at Highland Lakes Camp and Conference Center. It was also the first and last show of new bassist, Jason Tinnel.
On July 12, 2011, the band announced they have stopped touring and that they had amicably "parted ways" as a band.
Name
The band was originally named Appertain Display. The band took its current name from the first article of the Universal Declaration of Human RightsUniversal Declaration of Human Rights
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly . The Declaration arose directly from the experience of the Second World War and represents the first global expression of rights to which all human beings are inherently entitled...
, which was featured by U2
U2
U2 are an Irish rock band from Dublin. Formed in 1976, the group consists of Bono , The Edge , Adam Clayton , and Larry Mullen, Jr. . U2's early sound was rooted in post-punk but eventually grew to incorporate influences from many genres of popular music...
on their Vertigo Tour
Vertigo Tour
The Vertigo Tour was a worldwide concert tour by the Irish rock band U2. Launched in support of the group's 2004 album How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, the band visited arenas and stadiums from 2005 through 2006. The Vertigo Tour consisted of five legs that alternated between indoor arena shows in...
. The declaration states that "All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood."
Albums
On May 8, 2007 they released their major label self-titled first album through Inpop RecordsInpop Records
Inpop Records is an independent contemporary Christian music record label based in Franklin, Tennessee, USA. It was launched in July 1999 by Australians Peter Furler, Dale Bray, and Wes Campbell...
. Their second album was released on May 27, 2008. A special edition of their second album was released in Japan and included the song "In No Time At All" from their debut album as a bonus track.
| Year | Title | Label(s) Record label In the music industry, a record label is a brand and a trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos. Most commonly, a record label is the company that manages such brands and trademarks, coordinates the production, manufacture, distribution, marketing and promotion,... |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Appertain Display EP | Independent |
| 2003 | Appertain Display | Independent |
| 2006 | AO | Independent |
| 2007 | AO | Inpop Records Inpop Records Inpop Records is an independent contemporary Christian music record label based in Franklin, Tennessee, USA. It was launched in July 1999 by Australians Peter Furler, Dale Bray, and Wes Campbell... |
| 2008 | Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds is the sophomore record by Article One. The album features fourteen new tracks, and is being noted for its creativity, quality of songs, and musical depth.- Track listing :# "Without You " - 3:42... |
Inpop Records Inpop Records Inpop Records is an independent contemporary Christian music record label based in Franklin, Tennessee, USA. It was launched in July 1999 by Australians Peter Furler, Dale Bray, and Wes Campbell... |
| 2008 | Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds is the sophomore record by Article One. The album features fourteen new tracks, and is being noted for its creativity, quality of songs, and musical depth.- Track listing :# "Without You " - 3:42... (Japanese Special Edition) |
EMI Japan |
| 2010 | Clarity | Independent |
Singles
Their song "Without You I'm Not Alright" reached the #8 on the U.S. Contemporary Christian MusicContemporary Christian music
Contemporary Christian music is a genre of modern popular music which is lyrically focused on matters concerned with the Christian faith...
chart in June 2008. "Taken By The Storm" climbed into the Top 10 on the U.S. Contemporary Christian Music
Contemporary Christian music
Contemporary Christian music is a genre of modern popular music which is lyrically focused on matters concerned with the Christian faith...
chart.
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Without You (I'm Not Alright) | Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds is the sophomore record by Article One. The album features fourteen new tracks, and is being noted for its creativity, quality of songs, and musical depth.- Track listing :# "Without You " - 3:42... |
| 2008 | Taken By the Storm | Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds Colors and Sounds is the sophomore record by Article One. The album features fourteen new tracks, and is being noted for its creativity, quality of songs, and musical depth.- Track listing :# "Without You " - 3:42... |
| 2010 | The One (I'm Fighting For) | The One (I'm Fighting For) EP |
Songs on Compilations
- Launch: Inferno, "Slow Down" (CMC, 2007)
- YourMusicZone.com #1s, "Say It Again" (CMC, 2007)
- Canada Rocks, "Without You (I'm Not Alright)" (CMC, 2008)
- Sea to Sea: Christmas, "One Gift" (Lakeside, 2009)
- Now Hear This: Winter 2010 Sampler, "Love You Tomorrow" (Sparrow, 2010)
Awards
GMA CanadaGMA Canada
GMA Canada is the Gospel Music Association of Canada . Created in 1974, the organization is a not for profit association whose mission is to promote the growth and ministry of Christian music arts in Canada...
Covenant Awards
Covenant Awards
The Covenant Awards are handed out annually by GMA Canada, the Gospel Music Association of Canada . Created in 1974, the association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the growth and ministry of Christian music arts in Canada...
- 2006 nominee, New Artist of the Year
- 2008 Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year: Colors and Sounds
- 2008 nominee, Pop/Contemporary Song of the Year: "Without You (I’m Not Alright)"
Juno Awards
- 2009 nomineeJuno Awards of 2009The Juno Awards of 2009 honoured music industry achievements in Canada in the latter part of 2007 and in most of 2008. These ceremonies were held in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada during the weekend ending 29 March 2009....
, Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year: Colors and Sounds - 2011 nomineeJuno Awards of 2011The Juno Awards of 2011, honours Canadian music industry achievements in the latter part of 2009 and in most of 2010. The awards presented in Toronto, Ontario, Canada during the weekend of 26 and 27 March 2011. A week of related events on 21 March 2011...
, Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year: Clarity
Tours
Reign In Us Tour (USA And Canada) with Starfield 2009Rock What You Got Tour (USA) with Superchick
Superchick
Superchick, originally known as Superchic[k], is an American Christian alternative pop/rock band. Their music incorporates various styles such as pop, punk, rock, rap, and R&B. Their sound has been compared to mainstream artists No Doubt and Avril Lavigne with a heavier sound...
and Stellar Kart
Stellar Kart
Stellar Kart is a Christian pop punk band from Phoenix, Arizona, USA . The band is signed to INO Records and released its first album in February 2005. Some of the singles from their debut album, All Gas. No Brake - including "Finish Last" and "Life Is Good" - have been played on Christian radio...
- Fall 2008
Newsboys GO Tour (USA) - Spring 2008
Shoutfest Tour (USA) - Fall 2007