Searchlights is the first full-length album by Christian rock band Abandon. The album was released on August 25, 2009 through ForeFront Records.
Background
Abandon had released two full-length albums as an independent band (Ambush and Who You Are), before being signed to Christian music label, ForeFront Records in 2007. Since being signed to ForeFront Records, Abandon has released two EPs, which feature songs that are on Searchlights. The first single off their first EP, "Providence", reached #7 on R&R's Christian rock charts. The song "Hold On", originally released as a single, was #1 for multiple weeks.
Track listing (U.S.)
Track listing (Japan)
Awards
In 2010, the album was nominated for a Dove Award for Rock Album of the Year at the 41st GMA Dove Awards.41st Annual GMA Dove Awards nominees announced on The Tennessean (February 18, 2010)
Personnel
Abandon Josh Engler – lead vocals Justin Engler – rhythm guitars Stevan Vela – lead guitars Bryan Fowler – bass Dave Vela – drums
Additional musicians Christopher Stevens – keyboards, programming, backing vocals Claire Indie – cello
Production Christopher York – A&R Christopher Stevens – producer, mixing Kevin Powell – assistant engineer, editing Jess Chambers – A&R administration Jan Cook – creative director Katie Moore – art direction Christian Rios – photography
References
External links Abandon's official website