HEADLINING SENATOR SAM BROWNBACK'S TENT AT THE IOWA STRAW POLL
Hard work is something Nailpoint has become accustomed to since the band's inception in 2002. Until the Michigan group began touring full-time in January of 2007, the current lineup of Andrew Vincent (Vocals), Mark Vincent (Guitar), Nathan Thompson (Drums) and Wyatt Bade (Guitar) all carried full-time jobs ranging from medical assistant, internet sales and service technician to sheet metal worker, while touring weekends. With the band's first year of 80 + shows, the business demands of being a full-time band grew. Nailpoint adapted, signing sponsorships deals, rebuilding its websites, redesigning merchandise and logos, while establishing its own independent record label (Mad Monkey Records). Some band members still work part-time when not touring.
Recently, the band spent five months in pre-production with producer Tony Palacios before recording their new album, all while rehearsing and carrying a tight tour schedule. Before heading into the studio, band members worked odd jobs, earning money to help feed themselves while recording.
"Practice, practice and more practice, " said Bade. "We would rehearse on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, writing lyrics in the morning and practicing for about four hours in the evening. Personally, I would practice guitar for two hours every morning and two-three hours at night."
Although the band is working hard at building their career, one thing its members will not do is compromise their integrity.
"Meaningful sounding, empty words can come from anyone. Integrity is the means by which our words are able to carry weight," comments Andrew Vincent.
Demonstrating their passion, the band periodically takes time to perform at prisons while touring. They regularly serve inmates at the St. Clair County Juvenile Detention Center in Port Huron, Michigan and have performed for the inmates at the Oachita River Unit of the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Christian Rock Report's Chris Anderson said this about the band in a recent article: "This band performed boldly and shamelessly in front of 260 prisoners (at Oachita Prison). Hebrews 13:3 says to remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoner. They were the first band ever to play in the unit. Eight men came forward to receive Christ. That's what I am talking about right there...truly awesome."
Family is also a top priority for the members of Nailpoint.
"Family is key, without their support we couldn't do this. Traveling around for weeks-at-a-time is tiring even without a family, so having them in our corner helps keep us going. Our families provide us with encouragement and the support needed to have this kind of life style. Not too many wives would be ok with their husband being gone so much, but ours understand
the call and stick by us no matter what. We are so blessed to have families that love and support us as much as they do. We thank God for our families and how awesome they are," said Mark Vincent.
If you ever see the band at a show or a festival, look for their custom-touring vehicle: a tan Chevy 2500 cargo van, with a chrome Punisher symbol on the hood.
"Our van is quite a piece of work. We took a Chevy Express cargo van and bolted a bench seat in it and a motor home couch behind it that folds down into a bed. We still don't know if its legal. We also bolted a skull on the hood that was made for a semi... just to add a little class when we arrive at a venue or festival," said Thompson.
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hey guys wuts up =D its the drummer from psalm6teen. man i luv ur guys music and u guys are probly one of my fav band and i think u guys are extremely good live. rock on for life ^(-_-)^
I'VE DECIDED TO QUIT THE PROJECT AND BECOME A MONK.I WAS INSPIRED BY THE GREAT FRIAR ,NACHO LIBRE..................NOW MY LIFE IS GOOOD REALLY GOOOD.SO HEY, MUCHO TAKE IT EASY...!
hey, It was so cool to see you guys at the Big Ticket!!! Are you performing anytime soon at my church again?! that would be SO awesome! btw my mom says hi and godbless! lauren<33
All these comments are great, I can't agree more, these guys rock! So, show some support and join the street team, the first contest is to name us! Listen to the blog, send us your idea, and watch the magic happen! What do you want to be known as while your support Nailpoint and plaster them all over your city for prizes? Do this for yourself, do this for an amazing music ministry, do this for God, and do this for America, nay, the whole world, you'll be glad ya' did!!! Matt--(Street Team Guy (2))
.....Podcast episode 3 is done. If you want to be in one of our podcasts, let us know. ....We're looking for a good bass player OR possibly a rhythm guitarist. Necessary qualifications include being a Christian, having ministry at your heart, be willing to practice and travel, and be able to rock out. .....We have a cool new 60's background. Each month we transform ourselves into something new. Any suggestions? .....Our ringtones are up AND THEY ARE FREE!!!!! .....Can you remix? We're looking for remixes of our songs. If you make one and it's good, it's going in the next episode. ......If you do a cover of one of our songs and shoot a video, we'll post it here on our site. ......We're always looking for creative artwork. ......And as always, if you're able, support us at shows, buy the merchandise, purchase the tracks, and so on. ......p.s. Check out the Fishy Clyde video. We love it.
HEYY GUYS. =] HOW ARE YOU? PROLLY DONT REMEMEBER ME. LAST YEAR AT BASH. MY BESTY AND I WERE THERE WHEN YOU GUYS PLAYED. THEN SHE GOT UP ON THE STAGE. AND DANCED. THEN WE WENT TO THE AGAPE CHURCH AND SAW YOU PLAY AGAIN. I MISS THAT. BUT ANYWAY. DID BASH ALREADY PASS? I HOPE NOT. DID YALL PLAY THIS YEAR?
