1. … Read Full Bio ↴There are 14+ artists using this name (more info on each below):
1. A contemporary Christian group from the USA
2. An electronic band from Japan
3. A post-rock band from Israel
4. A musical group from Sweden
5. A heavy metal band from The Netherlands
6. A nationalist rock band from the UK
7. A side project of Richie Zito
8. A trance musician from Belgium
9. A folk group from Germany
10. A metal band from the USA
11. A folk-rock band from '80s/90s Scotland
12. A psytrance artist from the UK
13. A rock band from Sweden
14. A (now split up) thrash metal band from Brazil
15. An Argentinean alternative/indie rock band from Concordia, Entre Ríos, Argentina, formed in 2008 (proper name would be Ávalon)
1. Avalon is an American Contemporary Christian music vocal quartet. To date, the group has achieved multiple RIAA-certified Gold record albums, have sold 4 million copies and scored 22 #1 Christian hits.
Avalon was formed in 1995 by Grant Cunningham, A&R Director at Sparrow Records. Cunningham was in search of a vocalist group that could sing tight harmonies and carry God's message to the world. Cunningham publicized his intentions and demo tapes flooded him, but nothing fit his desires.
After letting the idea of Avalon to rest a while, Cunningham visited a coffee shop to listen to a potential singer. However, another artist, Michael Passons, actually caught his attention. Cunningham contacted Passons about his plan for Avalon. Passons prayed about God's will and then decided this was where God was leading him.
Soon after, TRUTH vocalist and South Carolina native Janna Potter Long heard of the intentions for Avalon. Cunningham happened to hear her sing at a Truth concert and liked her because she was "such a good singer."
Rikk Kittleman and Tabitha Fair became part of the group, but each left after a short time. Tabitha was offered a solo record deal, and Rikk left for other opportunities. With Avalon having two member openings, Long remembered previous fellow TRUTH member, Jody McBrayer. Long contacted McBrayer about his interest in the group and McBrayer auditioned. A few days later, Cunningham contacted McBrayer stating that he was now a member of Avalon.
Finally, Nikki Hassman Anders was hired to become the fourth vocalist of Avalon. Hassman recorded two albums with Avalon, Avalon (December 26, 1996) and A Maze of Grace (December 1997), but left in May 1998 to pursue a solo career with Sony Records.
Cherie Paliotta Adams was selected to replace Hassman after one of Avalon's co-managers listened to a country music demo tape recorded by Adams. Even though country is not a style of Avalon records, executives chose Adams knowing she would be a perfect fit. Adams recorded three albums as a member: In A Different Light (March 23, 1999), Joy: A Christmas Collection (September 26, 2000) and Oxygen (May 22, 2001) as well as releasing a remix album, O2: Avalon Remixed (March 2002). Cherie departed the group to pursue a solo ministry that is geared towards single women, and, in September 2002, she was replaced by Melissa Greene, Janna's fellow former band member of the now disbanded group TRUTH.
In between projects, Jody McBrayer released a solo album, This Is Who I Am in September 2002, off which the Top 10 hit "Never Alone (Nunca Solo)," a duet with Jadyn Strand Maria, was culled, as well as a #1 single, "To Ever Live Without Me". Janna also released a solo album in October, self-titled Janna, off which the #2 smash 'Greater Is He' was lifted.
On March 25, 2003, Avalon released a greatest hits record, Testify to Love: The Very Best of Avalon, which featured the #1 hits "Everything to Me" and "New Day." It was the last album to include founding member Michael Passons: the Avalon member known as 'Father Avalon' left only months after the album's release (in summer 2003) to pursue a solo career, and was replaced by Janna's husband, Greg Long.
On February 24, 2004, Avalon released the studio album The Creed. Three singles were released: the carrier "All," which made it to #2 on the Adult Contemporary Christian Songs chart; the Jody McBrayer showcase "You Were There," a #2 Inspirational Charts hit, and Greg's song "I Wanna Be With You."
Avalon's sixth studio album, Stand, was released on January 24, 2006. Carrier single "Love Won't Leave You" peaked in the Top 20 of both Billboard Hot Christian Songs and Hot Christian Adult Contemporary charts. The next single, "Orphans of God," was serviced to radio on April 7, 2006 and peaked in the Top 5 of Radio & Records' Inspo chart the week of August 11, 2006. Additionally, "Somehow You Are" was released to radio in August 2006.
Avalon also released a fan-requested hymns record, titled Faith: A Hymns Collection, on October 17, 2006. It includes the Inspo single "In Christ Alone".
During the summer of 2007, Jody McBrayer decided to depart the group due to a heart condition in an effort to avoid getting a Heart attack. But, before he left, he found time to record one last album with Avalon. On February 26, 2008, Avalon released their ninth album, Another Time, Another Place: Timeless Christian Classics. A headlining tour, titled "The We Will Stand Tour", with Michael English, the Daniel Doss Band and new Fervent Records girl group Cadia followed in spring 2008 to promote the classics album.
The first single released from Another Time, Another Place was their cover of the Twila Paris classic "God Is In Control". The second single, released on November 5, 2007, was a remake of the Sandi Patty/Wayne Watson song "Another Time, Another Place", featuring a Jody/Janna duet.
On November 13, 2007, Avalon released a digital EP featuring three songs from the album: singles "God is in Control," "Another Time, Another Place" and a cover of the Amy Grant classic "Thy Word".
Current Avalon member Jeremi Richardson joined the group in late 2007 to replace Jody McBrayer. On November 11 2007, Melissa Greene announced at a show in Spring Arbor, Michigan, that it was the first concert with Richardson officially being a member of the group.
It was confirmed in late 2008 that EMICMG would release Avalon: The Greatest Hits, a compilation of successful hits from previous Avalon recordings. It is notable that the track list, as published by the record label, bears many of the same hits featured on the 2003 release Testify to Love: The Very Best of Avalon (11 of the 16 songs featured on the older hits record also made the cut for the new one).
The album does, however, contain four updated radio successes from three of Avalon's projects that have been released since the last hits record, namely "All" and "You Were There" from The Creed (2004), "Orphans of God" from Stand (2006), and "In Christ Alone" from Faith: A Hymns Collection (2006).
In addition, the new hits album features a new song from Avalon entitled "Still My God", which was serviced to radio on January 9, 2009. On March 31, 2009, "Still My God" became Avalon's first #1 single since "New Day" released in 2003 (ironically from Avalon's previous greatest hits title).
On May 15, 2009, Melissa Greene announced her resignation from Avalon on her personal website upon accepting a position as Pastor of Music and Arts at Gracepointe Church in Nashville after a call from God. Melissa will continue her Solo Career as well. On May 21, 2009, Avalon announced that Jeremi's wife Amy Richardson would fill Melissa's spot as the newest member of Avalon. Janna will be on maternity leave from Avalon next year after her baby is born. Janna and Greg are waiting until the baby's born to find out if it's a Boy or a Girl.
Shortly after the release of the recent hits record, Avalon announced they would be returning to the studio to record a brand-new, all original album (their first since Stand in 2006) due out September 15 on E1 Music (formerly Koch Records), thus ending Avalon's long-time stint on the Sparrow Records (EMI Christian Music Group) label. Avalon began recording vocals for the new album with Amy Richardson as its new member on May 19, 2009. It was announced in June 2009 that the album would be titled Reborn. The first single "Arise" was released to Christian radio in August 2009; on December 9, it officially became Avalon's 22nd career #1 radio hit, topping Billboard's Soft AC/Inspirational chart. This came just weeks after Avalon wrapped up their co-headlining tour with fellow Christian recording group Selah in the fall of 2009, which sold out many venues and promoted the groups' new albums.
2. A Japanese electronic/dance band fronted by Yosuke Kotani, with a release on Escalator records. MySpace and Last.fm pages.
3. Avalon is An Israeli instrumental post-rock band in the lines of the Japanese Mono. visit MySpace page for more info or their bandcamp: [url=http:https://avalon2.bandcamp.com/[/url]. If you're listening to them and don't want to share this artist's tags, pictures, etc. you can tag them as AVALON (isr) and you'll find the correct ones.
4. A band from Sweden that is currently defunct.
5. Avalon was a Dutch heavy metal band, very popular in the 1980s. They have recently remastered their old work on a 2CD release, entitled The Last Move. Although this cd includes some new songs, there is nothing known of a comeback tour or new record. Band members include Dutch musical talent Jack Pisters (S.C.A.R., Anouk, Soylent Green, Ayreon, etc), who is mostly responsible for the remastered works.
6. Avalon, from England, is a nationalist rock band with several albums to their credit.
7. Avalon is a sideproject of Richie Zito
8. Tim Handels, a Belgian ambient/acid/trance artist use the name Avalon. See Avalon*.
9. Avalon is also the name of a German band who do traditional Irish folk.
10. Avalon was American Metal band. They were formed in Rochester, NY. They released LP "Live or Die" in 1988. The band split up in 1993.
11. Avalon, from Scotland, were a folk-rock band during 80s/90s who released 4 albums (Rocky Roads; Heavy Hearts; Higher Ground; Second Sight). Mostly playing around Edinburgh, but also at Fairport's Cropredy festival (1990) and big fests in France (Lorient) and Denmark. Website
12. Avalon is the Psytrance composer Leon Kane, he releases his tunes through the UK label NANO Records. Leon Avalon is currently one of the biggest up and coming names on the international psytrance circuit. Avalon’s rip-roaring full-on, melodic, driving, yet surprisingly hard-hitting and evocative sound, is totally unique and has been tried and tested with huge success on dancefloors worldwide.
Avalon has been tearing it up at parties in over 20 countries over the past year, at events including Glade 2009 (UK), Tribe 8 Anos, Universo Paralello 10, (Brazil) Burning man 09 (US), Origin 2010 (South Africa) as well as at some of the largest festivals and club nights across Europe, Japan and Australia. Whilst making incredible leaps and bounds with his solo production and DJing, he has also been remixed by and invited to work with some of the biggest names in the scene, forming recent collaborations with Zen mechanics, Cosmosis, Burn In noise, Lucas, Waio, Logica, Dickster and Tristan.
Recent releases Include his debut album on Nano records, ‘Distant Futures,’ and latest ep ‘Session one’ all Gaining top ten and number 1 slots on beatport . Stay tuned for more future releases on top labels such as Nano, Neurobiotic, Alchemy and Tipworld.
13. Avalon is a new band from Sweden. They can be found at http://www.avalonmusic.se/
Speed Of Light
Avalon Lyrics
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Thoughts are turning in your head
You're hanging on, but how much longer
Why do empty things you pour your soul into
Never fill that void in you
Makes you wonder
There shadows hanging over you
But it's always darkest before the dawn
[Chorus]
Love at the speed of light
Comes on the darkest night
Only takes a moment to change a life
All of us need His love
Come see the wonder of
The miracle that happens when we believe
Love at the speed of light
Comes on the darkest night
Only takes a moment to make us right
We can believe in love
We can be free at the speed of light
I've heard it said the peace of life that you desire
Is in the power that you acquire
You're moving up, but how much longer
What's it matter if you gain a wealth of gold
But in the process lose your soul
You have to wonder
There is darkness surrounding you
I hear you pray that you could see the sun
And that's the moment your freedom comes
[Chorus]
Break away, leave the cold night
Steal away from the shadows
Break away, leave the old life
Dance away from the dark
The lyrics of "Speed Of Light" by Avalon are about finding love and hope in the midst of darkness and emptiness. The song speaks to those who are struggling with feelings of loneliness, hopelessness or despair. It begins by painting a picture of someone lying awake at night, their mind filled with troubling thoughts, and wondering how much longer they can hang on. The lyrics suggest that sometimes we pour ourselves into things that never seem to fill the emptiness in our soul.
However, the song encourages us to believe in the power of love and the miraculous transformation that can occur when we embrace it. Whether we are seeking peace, freedom, or simply a way out of the darkness, the lyrics suggest that love can be the answer. The song reminds us that even in the midst of our lowest moments, the light of love can shine through, and we can be free at the speed of light.
Overall, the song has a positive, upbeat message that encourages the listener to embrace hope, find love, and break free from the shadows of their past.
Line by Line Meaning
3 A.M. and you're tossing in your bed
It's late at night and you're restless, unable to fall asleep.
Thoughts are turning in your head
Your mind is racing with various thoughts and worries.
You're hanging on, but how much longer
You're coping with whatever's bothering you, but you're unsure if you can continue doing so for much longer.
Why do empty things you pour your soul into
You're disappointed that the things you've invested your energy into don't fulfill you the way you had hoped.
Never fill that void in you
Despite your efforts, there is still an emptiness within you that you can't fill.
Makes you wonder
This realization is causing you to question why you're doing what you're doing.
There shadows hanging over you
You're feeling weighed down by negative thoughts and emotions that are hard to shake.
I know you wish that you could see beyond
You're hoping for clarity and guidance to see your way forward.
But it's always darkest before the dawn
A positive change or breakthrough is often preceded by a difficult or challenging time.
Love at the speed of light
God's love can be transformative and life-changing in an instant.
Comes on the darkest night
God can reveal His love to us even in the darkest and most difficult moments of our lives.
Only takes a moment to change a life
God's love has the power to transform and heal us quickly.
All of us need His love
All of us require God's love to fill the void within us.
Come see the wonder of
Experience the awe-inspiring and miraculous transformation that comes from believing in God's love.
The miracle that happens when we believe
Faith in God's love can lead to remarkable and life-changing transformations.
We can believe in love
We have the power to choose faith and love as guiding forces in our lives.
We can be free at the speed of light
Choosing to trust in God's love can lead to a sense of freedom and peace beyond understanding.
I've heard it said the peace of life that you desire
Some believe that the peace they're searching for can be found through personal success and power.
Is in the power that you acquire
Acquiring power and status is seen as a method to attain peace and fulfillment.
You're moving up, but how much longer
You're working hard to climb the social ladder, but you're unsure how much longer you can keep this up.
What's it matter if you gain a wealth of gold
Material success isn't sufficient to fill the void within you.
But in the process lose your soul
Pursuing material success at the expense of your conscience and values can lead you to feel empty and unfulfilled.
You have to wonder
This realization makes you question the authenticity and value of your pursuit of power and wealth.
There is darkness surrounding you
You feel trapped and surrounded by negativity, hopelessness, and uncertainty.
I hear you pray that you could see the sun
You're asking for divine guidance to see beyond the darkness and find a way to the light.
And that's the moment your freedom comes
Believing in God's love and seeking his guidance brings a sense of freedom and peace that was otherwise unattainable.
Break away, leave the cold night
The song encourages the listener to break free from the darkness and negativity that has been holding them back.
Steal away from the shadows
The listener is invited to escape from the negativity and harmful influences in their life.
Break away, leave the old life
The song suggests that it's time for the listener to let go of their past and move on to a brighter future.
Dance away from the dark
Choosing to embrace love and move towards the light leads to a happier and joyful life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JODY MCBRAYER, KYLE DAVID MATTHEWS, MATTHEW M. HUESMANN, MICHAEL PASSONS
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