Luna Halo
Encyclopedia
Luna Halo is a rock
band formed in 1999 by Nathan Barlowe and Jonny MacIntosh, as a replacement for their former band, Reality Check
, which was well-known for its hip-hop and rock blend, its dancers, and its trumpet player.
front man Nathan Barlowe, released their debut CD Shimmer on Christian music label Sparrow Records
. Although Shimmer was praised by critics, Luna Halo left Sparrow Records and the Christian music industry
behind before recording their next album due to creative differences. The current version of Luna Halo contains different members from the earlier version of Luna Halo, and although several of the band members claim to be Christians, they say have left the 'Christian band' moniker behind. Nate Barlowe has said that they only kept the name to sustain bookings at churches while the band made itself known in rock clubs.
Within two years, the band lineup had changed leaving Nathan Barlowe the only member remaining from the original band. Nathan Barlowe replaced guitarist Johnny MacIntosh with his younger brother Cary Barlowe, Aaron Jenkins replaced bassist Brad Minor, and drummer Chris Coleman replaced Jonathan Smith, completing the lineup for the new Luna Halo.
Rumors of an imminent Major label deal began to surface in 2004, and a deal with DreamWorks, was announced prematurely, but later proved to be untrue (the band had not officially signed.) The band released another EP, Wasting Away (originally recorded as a demo for DreamWorks) and opened a few shows for artists Velvet Revolver
, Hoobastank
, Collective Soul
, Ours, Needtobreathe
and Family Force 5
.
's departure from Warner Bros to Columbia Records. The album was finally released in late 2007.
On June 18, 2008, the band released a statement stating that drummer Chris Coleman was leaving the band to take a break from music and go back to school. In November, Jonathan Smith (the original Luna Halo drummer) rejoined the band.
In May 2008, the band shot a music video for the song "World On Fire," directed by Chris Grieder
along side Flying Dog Films
On November 24, 2008, the band released a statement via myspace.com stating that Aaron Jenkins would be leaving the band, because he was expecting the birth of his second child. On December 16, the band announced Victor Broden as their new bass player.
On October 26, 2009, Taylor Swift released her album - Fearless - the Platinum edition. Nathan Barlowe wrote the song "Untouchable" that is included in the album.
Band Members:
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 formed in 1999 by Nathan Barlowe and Jonny MacIntosh, as a replacement for their former band, Reality Check
Reality Check (band)
Reality Check was an Alternative Rock band that formed in the mid-1990s with the support of Michael Tait of dc Talk. Originally consisting of three members, Chris Blaney, Nathan Barlowe, and Rod Shuler, the band grew to eight members before disbanding in 1998...
, which was well-known for its hip-hop and rock blend, its dancers, and its trumpet player.
History
In 2000 Luna Halo, fronted by former Reality CheckReality Check (band)
Reality Check was an Alternative Rock band that formed in the mid-1990s with the support of Michael Tait of dc Talk. Originally consisting of three members, Chris Blaney, Nathan Barlowe, and Rod Shuler, the band grew to eight members before disbanding in 1998...
front man Nathan Barlowe, released their debut CD Shimmer on Christian music label Sparrow Records
Sparrow Records
-Background:Sparrow Records was founded in 1976 by Billy Ray Hearn, then A&R director at Myrrh Records. Purchased by EMI in 1992, it is now part of the EMI Christian Music Group, and has been named by Billboard Magazine as "America's Best Christian Music Record Label"...
. Although Shimmer was praised by critics, Luna Halo left Sparrow Records and the Christian music industry
Christian music industry
The Christian music industry is a small part of the larger music industry, that focuses on traditional Gospel music, Southern Gospel music, Contemporary Christian music, and alternative Christian music. It is sometimes called the gospel music industry, although this designation is not a limitation...
behind before recording their next album due to creative differences. The current version of Luna Halo contains different members from the earlier version of Luna Halo, and although several of the band members claim to be Christians, they say have left the 'Christian band' moniker behind. Nate Barlowe has said that they only kept the name to sustain bookings at churches while the band made itself known in rock clubs.
Within two years, the band lineup had changed leaving Nathan Barlowe the only member remaining from the original band. Nathan Barlowe replaced guitarist Johnny MacIntosh with his younger brother Cary Barlowe, Aaron Jenkins replaced bassist Brad Minor, and drummer Chris Coleman replaced Jonathan Smith, completing the lineup for the new Luna Halo.
Rumors of an imminent Major label deal began to surface in 2004, and a deal with DreamWorks, was announced prematurely, but later proved to be untrue (the band had not officially signed.) The band released another EP, Wasting Away (originally recorded as a demo for DreamWorks) and opened a few shows for artists Velvet Revolver
Velvet Revolver
Velvet Revolver is an American hard rock supergroup consisting of former Guns N' Roses members Slash, Duff McKagan, and Matt Sorum, alongside Dave Kushner formerly of punk band Wasted Youth. Stone Temple Pilots vocalist Scott Weiland was Velvet Revolver's lead singer from their formation until...
, Hoobastank
Hoobastank
Hoobastank is an American rock band, best known for their 2004 hit "The Reason" and other hits "Crawling in the Dark" and "Running Away". They formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California, with singer Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen. They...
, Collective Soul
Collective Soul
Collective Soul is an American rock band originally formed in Stockbridge, Georgia. Collective Soul broke into mainstream popularity with their first hit single, "Shine", which came from their debut album Hints, Allegations, and Things Left Unsaid, released in 1993...
, Ours, Needtobreathe
Needtobreathe
Needtobreathe is an American rock band from Seneca, South Carolina. The band has charted on mainstream rock/pop charts, but have had their greatest number of singles on Christian music charts...
and Family Force 5
Family Force 5
Family Force 5 is a Christian crunk rock band from Atlanta, Georgia. They consist of Solomon "Soul Glow Activatur" Olds, Jacob "Crouton" Olds, Joshua "Fatty" Olds, Nathan "Nadaddy" Currin, and Derek "Chap Stique" Mount...
.
American Recordings
In 2005, Luna Halo were signed to American Recordings and began work on their second album, Luna Halo. Originally scheduled for a Summer 2006 release, the album was plagued with delays. This was due to American Recordings owner Rick RubinRick Rubin
Frederick Jay "Rick" Rubin is an American record producer and the co-president of Columbia Records. Along with Russell Simmons, Rubin was the co-founder of Def Jam Records and also established American Recordings...
's departure from Warner Bros to Columbia Records. The album was finally released in late 2007.
On June 18, 2008, the band released a statement stating that drummer Chris Coleman was leaving the band to take a break from music and go back to school. In November, Jonathan Smith (the original Luna Halo drummer) rejoined the band.
In May 2008, the band shot a music video for the song "World On Fire," directed by Chris Grieder
Chris Grieder
Chris Grieder is an American music video director, independent filmmaker, musician, and photographer from Orlando, Florida. Grieder has directed music videos internationally for artists such as Mutemath, Luna Halo, There For Tomorrow, Avery , Modest Mouse, and UK band Wall Street Riots...
along side Flying Dog Films
On November 24, 2008, the band released a statement via myspace.com stating that Aaron Jenkins would be leaving the band, because he was expecting the birth of his second child. On December 16, the band announced Victor Broden as their new bass player.
On October 26, 2009, Taylor Swift released her album - Fearless - the Platinum edition. Nathan Barlowe wrote the song "Untouchable" that is included in the album.
Current members
2000–presentBand Members:
- Nathan Barlowe - Lead Vocals, Guitar
- Cary BarloweCary BarloweCary Barlowe is a songwriter, guitarist and artist who lives in Nashville, Tennessee.Barlowe is a member of the rock band Luna Halo with his brother Nathan Barlowe, Jonathan Smith, and Victor Broden....
- Guitar, Vocals - Victor Broden - Bass
- Jonathan Smith - Drums
Discography
- Sanctuary 1999
- Shimmer [Sparrow] 2000
- Luna Halo (EP) 2002
- New Drug (EP) 2003
- Wasting Away (EP) 2004
- Tour (EP) [American/Warner Bros] 2006
- Luna Halo (EP) [American/Columbia] 2007 (digital release only)
- Luna HaloLuna halo (album)Luna Halo is the self titled release from Luna Halo on October 30th, 2007 on American Recordings.-Track listing:# Kings & Queens# Untouchable# Medicate# I'm Alright# On My Way# On Your Side# The Fool# Big Escape# Falling Down# English Boys...
[American/Columbia] 2007