A quote from Warner from an interview with the magazine the Advocate: "It is man that says Homosexuals will go to hell, not God."
According to their web site, Jason and deMarco met in 2001 in Los Angeles, and after dating for a year, they began making music together. They have released five albums and a single together as of 2006:
* The Spirit of Christmas (2002)
* Songs for the Spirit (2003)
* Spirit Pop (2004)
* "Trying to Get to You - the remixes" (2006)
* Till the End of Time (2006)
* Halo
With the international release of their album, Till the End of Time, Jason & deMarco became familiar names to music fans around the world. Their first single "Trying to Get to You" climbed the Billboard Charts and their second single, "This is Love" won "Music Video of the Year 2006" on MTV's LOGO. A remix of "This is Love" along with their newest dance release, "It's Okay", both produced by DJ Scotty K, were both added to Abercrombie & Fitch's playlist and have been heard in stores worldwide.
Their autobiographical and controversial, documentary-film, We're All Angels, from director Robert Nunez, currently airs on the SHOWTIME NETWORK where fans are invited to take a behind-the-scenes look at the public and private lives of these rising pop stars, who are gay, spiritual, and in love. The film chronicles the lives of the two singers as they perform all over the country in dance clubs, at pride events, and even in churches. The movie takes a look at how their openness about their sexuality often pits them against evangelical Christianity, while their faith at times meets with resistance from the gay community. As Jason & deMarco prepare to release a new album to appeal to a wider mainstream audience, We're All Angels turns the spotlight on how they integrate their sexuality and spirituality within their relationship and professional careers.
Jason & deMarco have had the opportunity to perform at numerous high profile events including the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Awards in Los Angeles, the Matthew Shepard Foundation's annual gala in Denver, and the 2006 Human Rights Campaign Gala at the Waldorf Astoria New York." They have also been a part of the Human Rights Campaign star-studded benefit two-pack CD album celebrating marriage equality, Love Rocks, alongside artists such as Christina Aguilera, Pink, and The Dixie Chicks.
The duo have worked with producer Alan Lett, with additional production from Grammy Award winning producer, Joe Hogue (LeAnn Rimes, Michael W. Smith, Carmen), Rhys Fulber (Sinead O'Connor, Josh Groban, Conjure One), and Eddie X and Luigie Gonzalez (Ricky Martin, Barbara Streisand, etc.).
While Jason & deMarco tour internationally in various venues, they also continue sharing their music and message with the community of faith around the world. The duo performs over one hundred concerts per year.
Jason & deMarco's latest release entitled "SAFE", produced by David Eaton (Dynamite Hack's hit, "Boyz-N'Tha Hood", "Soldier Girl"), was released September 16, 2008. "SAFE" is now available in Best Buy stores nationwide. Jason & deMarco were featured in PEOPLE Magazine in the September 22nd issue of 2008 surrounding the release of "SAFE" and the documentary-film, "We're All Angels".
Jason & deMarco's music is also available at major retailers like Virgin Megastore, Best Buy, and select FYE stores through Centaur Entertainment in collaboration with RJN MUSIC and is available for purchase via www.jasonanddemarco.com as well as digitally throughout Europe in France, Spain, The Netherlands, Italy, Ireland, The United Kingdom, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium and Australia.
In the Garden
Jason & deMarco Lyrics
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A concept so real, we called it freedom
Where everything, everything, could be ours
Then our garden came alive
The seeds that I planted in her eyes
were growing now, growing now, they were mine
You knew we could be anywhere
So you left, so you left, and it rotted
The lyrics of "In the Garden" by Jason & deMarco convey a profound narrative that unfolds through symbolic imagery and emotional depth. The opening lines introduce us to the concept of a garden, which represents an idyllic space of freedom and possibility. This garden is not just a physical place but a metaphorical sanctuary where the singers' dreams and aspirations can come to fruition. The notion of the garden as an idea underscores the power of imagination and vision in manifesting one's reality.
As the lyrics progress, we witness the transformation of this conceptual garden into a tangible reality. The singer describes planting seeds in another person's eyes, symbolizing the act of nurturing and cultivating a connection or relationship. These seeds, representing love, trust, and intimacy, begin to sprout and grow, signifying the deepening of their bond. The repetition of "growing now, growing now, they were mine" underscores the sense of ownership and investment in this shared space of emotional growth.
However, the narrative takes a poignant turn as the singer reveals a sense of abandonment and loss within the garden. The partner, feeling fear or uncertainty about the intensity of their connection, chooses to leave, abandoning the sanctuary they had created together. This act of departure not only severs their physical presence but also corrodes the once vibrant and thriving garden. The use of the word "rotted" conveys a sense of decay and deterioration, symbolizing the breakdown of trust, communication, and emotional well-being in the aftermath of the partner's departure.
Overall, "In the Garden" is a poignant reflection on the fragility of human relationships and the complexity of emotional intimacy. The garden serves as a potent metaphor for love, trust, and vulnerability, illustrating how delicate these qualities can be in the face of fear and uncertainty. The singers' poetic exploration of this metaphor invites listeners to contemplate the ways in which we cultivate and nurture our connections with others, highlighting the transformative power of love and the profound impact of its absence. Through imagery-rich lyrics and evocative storytelling, Jason & deMarco invite us to delve into the depths of the human experience and reflect on the beauty and challenges of creating and sustaining meaningful relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Our garden was an idea
Our relationship was built on a vision
A concept so real, we called it freedom
We believed our love could set us free
Where everything, everything, could be ours
We envisioned a future where we had everything we wanted
Then our garden came alive
Our love started to flourish
The seeds that I planted in her eyes
The love I showed her began to grow and blossom
were growing now, growing now, they were mine
Our connection was deepening, becoming stronger
In our garden, you were scared
You became afraid in our relationship
You knew we could be anywhere
You realized our love had no limits
So you left, so you left, and it rotted
You chose to walk away, and our love decayed
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jason McCue
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