Above the Golden State
OriginPortland, Oregon
GenresCCM, Christian rock
Years active2007–2014
LabelsSparrow
MembersMichael Watson
Tim Aylward
Brook Mosser

Above the Golden State was an American Christian rock band from Portland, Oregon.[1] Their self-titled debut album, Above the Golden State, was released on July 22, 2008[2] through Sparrow Records. The band's first single from the album was "Sound of Your Name",[1] which was included in WOW Hits 2009 as a bonus track. An EP (extended play) called "The Golden Rule" was released in 2010, with lead single "I Am Loved". On April 3, 2012, The band released a new EP titled "Word's Don't Act," reflecting the name of its first track. The band then raised money for the independent release, at the same time changing the band's name to Nations. The self-titled album "Nations" was released on August 27, 2013.[3]

Musical style

Above the Golden State has been described as being indie rock and Christian, but Above the Golden State self-describe their music as "west coast rock, pop." Lead singer Michael Watson said "we're doing our best not to call it surf rock—basically, it's that with a touch of the rainy northwest." The band has said that they are fans of all musical styles, and have been influenced by Weezer, Five Iron Frenzy and Delirious?, as well as the Beatles and Duke Ellington.[4]

Members

  • Michael Watson – lead vocals, guitar
  • Tim Aylward
  • Brook Mosser

Discography

Studio albums

Year Album details Peak positions
US
Christ		 US
Heat
2008 Above the Golden State
  • Released: July 22, 2008
  • Label: Sparrow
 28 40

EPs

  • 2010: The Golden Rule EP
  • 2012: Words Don't Act EP

Singles

Year Single Peak Album
US
Christ
2008 "Sound of Your Name" 11 Above the Golden State
2009 "I'll Love You So" 22
2010 "I Am Loved" 29 The Golden Rule

References

  1. 1 2 "Above the Golden State – Above the Golden State". Christianity Today. Archived from the original on August 2, 2008. Retrieved August 6, 2008.
  2. ↑ "Discography – Above the Golden State". Billboard. Archived from the original on October 22, 2014. Retrieved August 6, 2008.
  3. ↑ ""New" band Nations - Jesus Freak Hideout". Retrieved May 18, 2014.
  4. ↑ "Above The Golden State Readies Debut Release". BREATHEcast.com. June 3, 2008. Retrieved August 6, 2008.
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