After over a decade of making music with the David Crowder Band, David Crowder is now embarking on a new musical journey as a solo artist, under the name Crowder. “I am thrilled to announce a new album coming out under the name Crowder,” the singer explains. “I’ve never been more excited about a batch of songs!”
His first single, "I Am," off his upcoming album Neon Steeple (February 18, 2014), is a great reminder of how we are always in the presence of God- no matter where our lives have taken us. “The name of God when it’s revealed is a big moment in history." David explains. “That evokes the idea of the presence, of being in his name. For me, that is one of the greatest hopes of the Christian faith. That no matter where you are in life, that you live and breathe in the presence of God. So many times I forget about that, and I need to be realigned to that reality."
The album Neon Steeple, is described by David as “Folktronica-” porch music and computer music combined. "It's been a couple years since the David Crowder Band has made music, but there was more to be written," he says. "I collected some players that could all fit on a porch and have instruments that you wouldn't have to put on a wall, like- banjos, fiddles, that type of thing. The point is to feel like we were on a porch together."
In addition to the "porch music" sound, David said it was important to him to add an electronic element as well. "I love computer music," he says. "Growing up around the video games I loved the sounds. It makes my heart happy."
Crowder will joining artists such as Newsboys, Tenth Avenue North and Thousand Foot Krutch, on the Winter Jam Tour this fall. He will also be headlining a nationwide tour in 2014, with All Sons & Daughters, and Capital Kings. "It's gonna be a 'Folktronica' night," he says of the tour. "I cannot wait for you to hear it!"
Because He Lives
Crowder Lyrics
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They called Him Jesus
He came to love, heal and forgive
He lived and died to buy my pardon
An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives
Because He lives I can face tomorrow
Because He lives all fear is gone
And life is worth the living just because He lives
And then one day
I'll cross that river
I'll fight life's final war with pain
And then as death gives way to vict'ry
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know he lives
Because He lives I can face tomorrow
Because He lives all fear is gone
Because I know He holds the future
And life is worth the living just because He lives
The Crowder song "Because He Lives" is a stark reminder of the power of faith and the hope that it brings. At its core, it is a celebration of the life and death of Jesus Christ and the promise that his resurrection brings to all believers. The lyrics of the song speak to the transformative power of Jesus and the way that his life has changed the lives of millions of people around the world.
The opening verse of the song highlights the sacrifice of Jesus and the role that he played in bringing salvation to humanity. The second verse speaks to the hope that believers have in the future, and the way that their faith can help them to face even the most challenging times. The chorus of the song reinforces this message, emphasizing the fact that it is only because of Jesus that life is worth living.
The final verse of the song looks forward to the afterlife, and the way that believers can anticipate eternal life with Jesus. The idea of crossing the river and fighting life's final war with pain is a reminder that death is a natural part of life, and that our faith can help us to overcome even the greatest of trials.
Line by Line Meaning
God sent His Son
The belief that God sent Jesus to teach the world about love and compassion.
They called Him Jesus
The recognition that Jesus is a significant figure in history and religion.
He came to love, heal and forgive
Jesus' purpose was to spread the message of love, heal the sick, and forgive sins.
He lived and died to buy my pardon
Jesus' death granted a pardon for the sins of humanity.
An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives
The empty tomb signifies that Jesus conquered death and is alive.
Because He lives I can face tomorrow
Knowing that Jesus is alive gives hope for a better tomorrow.
Because He lives all fear is gone
Belief in Jesus' resurrection lessens fear of death and the unknown.
Because I know He holds the future
Trusting in Jesus gives the assurance that He has a plan for the future.
And life is worth the living just because He lives
The presence of Jesus makes life meaningful and worth living.
And then one day
Acknowledgment that death is a natural part of life.
I'll cross that river
The metaphorical crossing of the river symbolizing transitioning from life to death.
I'll fight life's final war with pain
The battle of trying to survive until death, which is often painful.
And then as death gives way to vict'ry
Accepting death as a part of life, and believing in the victory over death through Jesus' resurrection.
I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know he lives
The hope and belief of seeing Jesus in heaven after death.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Gloria Gaither, William J. Gaither
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Shinelle Baptiste
I don't know about anyone else, but this quarantine is really doing wonders for my spirituality, AMEN
Leslie Tatum
Amen!!!
Bryan Allen
We just have to remember that when everything opens up and life gets busy again
Lila Time
Shinelle Baptiste Amen🙌🙌🙌
Shinelle Baptiste
@Bryan Allen so true! It'll be so easy to just go back to normal but we need to remember how he brought us through!
Shinelle Baptiste
@Elina Dunder ❤❤❤
Kelly Louis
What a voice from Tori Kelly this is a true gift from God. Stay bless in Jesus name my dear sister ❤️
Adolfo Jesus Ilizarbe Serrano
Tori has a great voice for The Jehovah Glory!
Mitchell Blake
No disrespect meant at all to the other artists, but hearing Tori Kelly sing a verse which already brings tears to my eyes otherwise is beyond phenomenal. Her voice is so uniquely powerful
thewhiteelephant
I feel the same about David Crowder.