Faith, camaraderie, passion and creativity are a pretty potent combination, and its those forces that have propelled the members of Detour 180 from their home in New Zealand to a burgeoning career in the U.S. After becoming one of the most successful acts in the land down under, the Slanted Records quintet is rapidly earning a reputation stateside as one of the industrys hardest working and most innovative young bands.
Its been awesome how God opened the doors for us to move to America, says lead vocalist Adrian Robertson. We moved to Nashville in the summer of 2005 and previous to that we did a number of tours out this way.
Detour 180s Slanted debut, Fighting for You, is bursting with the taut musicianship, visionary songwriting, and signature vocals that have earned them a global fan base. The songs cover a vast emotional and musical landscape. Back to the Cross is a powerful, poignant look at the very essence of Christianitywhat Christ did for us on the cross. See My Saviour is a buoyant anthem with an uplifting message. Recognise is a tender ballad about God recognising us in heaven.
Theres a strong message of hope that comes through in a lot of our material, says Adrian.
The band has had the opportunity to spread that message throughout the States due to their hectic tour schedule. One of the first things they did after moving to the U.S. was find a good booking agent and hit the road, performing more dates than many seasoned acts with a longer discography. On the concert trail, the members of Detour 180 have earned the respect of pastors and youth ministers because they have such servants hearts. We go in and say, How can we help you guys out? says guitarist Cain Coulton.
They love the reaction of American crowds but admit some other things about their new homeland have caused some confusion. There are a lot of differences between you lovely American folks and ourselves, says guitarist Morgan Lawrence with a mischievous grin.
Weve had a few problems driving over here. You guys drive on the wrong side of the road, and weve almost had accidents because people wont move for us. And the light switch issue, he continues. When you walk in a room and turn the lights on, we flick them down but you guys flick them up. Thats caused some problems - many evenings in the dark because we couldnt figure that out.
The whole band erupts in laughter and its easy to figure out who the primary source of comic relief is in this band. Theres an easy camaraderie amongst the members and an obvious respect for what each brings to the group. They are eager to laugh, anxious to reach out and perpetually ready to share their passion for the Gospel.
Weve never settled for something thats half-hearted, says Adrian. All of our music has come from a place of relationship with God. Thats why we call ourselves a Christian band. We love to play music and have a good time, but most important is that opportunity to change one persons life if nothing else.
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WQFL 101 fm - www.101qfl.com (Rockford, IL)
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hey guys hope things are goin well i'm havin a baby in april from the 15-21 hope u can come back to chanute and visit i live in LaHarpe now with my fiance
hey we really like the second part of your name. it has an about face ring to it!! Ha HA Keep slinging the seeds brothers. Love the sound! God Bless and always be...180 OUT Joe
Hey! You guys played at First Baptist in Covington, LA, with Josh MacDowell a few weeks ago on my birthday...and I just wanted to tell yall thank you! I really felt God's arms around me while we worshipped, and I am really trying to get refocused on Him. He showed me how passionate He is about me and how much He wants every part of me...Thank you so much for coming and playing and letting God work through you! It's changing my life...
heeey D180. (: so gladdd i got to see you again at cornerstone for our easter service. it was seriously a blessing. & i justt want to thank you for all the work you have done in my friends & my life. keep up the amaaazing work. ! loveeee, krissy.
hey how is the music going. cant wait to see you again:) I heard your music on 107.3 two days ago. I was so happy i think i scared my cousin. thanks for being a great band. later ~brandon~
Hi guys, When are you guys coming back to Columbus? You are welcome at our Church anytime you want. We love you and send our blessings to you. Stay in it for God!
hey brothers and sisters. How is home? We miss you guys alot and we are thinking of you. Keep chanute and our group in your prayers. We love you and hope you are missing us too.
Hey, thanks for the add...sorry it took so long to comment about it.
Anywho, saw you guys at Reunion 2008 in Milton. It was amazing to see the band acting like normal people and even sitting in the back listening to the sermons. You made my first Reunion amazing and I hope to go again with my church again next year.
Many thanks for performing for us and for God. May God give you save traveling mercies wherever He takes you.
*P.S. Special thanks to the entire band for the poster and even more thanks to Neil for the drumsticks!*
hey you guys i just sawyall at first baptist church in Covington Louisiana. yall were really good. i comitted my life too god tonight. keep me in your prayers that i keep on tyhe right path. SINCERLY, CAPTAIN KAZ
hey! Are you guys in the states yet? I will be home in Chanute for spring break so I get to see you all!!!!!! yay! though I heard not all the girls are coming....sadness, but that's a'ight. ;) Hey...question...I know this sounds silly but if your still in Kiwi land is there any way you could bring me some New Zealand chocoloate? hahaha, the girls got me addicted to it! I'll pay you for it of course! I'm just excited to see you...not just for the chocolate. ;) Anyway, God Bless and see you soon! ~Dawn
Today I saw an Angel, With a teardrop in his eye. It literally took my breath away, To see an Angel cry.
I asked him,What's the matter?, And he told me what he saw. A cowardly attack was made, On the Saviour who died for us all..
He said everything he stood for, Had taken a shocking blow. So he had to take a moment, To let his own emotions show.
Then he proudly told me, That our Saviour would survive. That our Lord, our King the Almighty was for sure alive. He said for us not to be afraid, To stand together, not apart. For satan has succeeded, If we allow fear within our hearts.
I PRAY YOU ENJOY THIS POEM THAT I WROTE.. MAY GOD BLESS YOU... YOUR SERVANT IN CHRIST JESUS...SISTER POLLY
you guys are amaxing i had a blast at reunion so how are you guys doing i hope you guys come back to reunion next year you guys are awesome God bless Leann
