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WE MUST ALL MAKE A CHOICE: Whether or not to take that step - to venture forth through our lives. Do we long to be loved? If not what is this pit within my heart? Although my mind is not convinced I journey out on my own to stumble and fall. Is there no hope, no peace, no end to loneliness? I search broken for Redemption. I've heard it to be true and love to fill our hearts. I seek the answer: the Way, Truth and Life...New Jerusalem...to find it we must live... - John Madsen

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Q. What if Led Zeppelin, G-n-R, Aerosmith and The Black Crowes met Jesus Christ? Click Here To FIND OUT

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The first solo album from Thurane has a working title of "NEW FOUNDATION, Thurane of New Jerusalem". A new television ministry is being launched and an announcement with crusade/revival/outreach concert is underway. The solo music ministry of Thurane is an acoustic guitar and track project for expressing the love of God and reaching both the churched and unchurched. "I actually began ministering as a soloist to launch New Jerusalem," says Thurane, "I was searching for a vocalist who could create the sounds that I couldn't achieve vocally in New Jerusalem, which turned out to be Randy Householder."

Thurane of NJ site - Thurane of New Jerusalem

thurane of New Jerusalem is at the launch pad. the engines are igniting...

The vision to launch a 1970's stylized Christian hard rock band and music ministry was birthed by Thurane. The New Jerusalem name was given to Thurane and made official. He signed NJ to Gray Dot Records/Bulletproof Music (the label that originally signed Third Day!) Thurane said, "The growth has been steady but slow, so we are moving in a new direction to affirm God's leading."

Jango & New Jerusalem

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"...little Zeppelinesque type stuff. I like that, myself!" - Pete Cummings Radio Personality KUPD, 97.9 FM, Tempe, AZ, USA

New Jerusalem originates from Phoenix, Arizona. The focus of the band is to bring the message of salvation in Jesus Christ to all people throughout the world. This mission is burning in the heart of the group's founder: Thurane Aung Khin.

The Great Commission of Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:18-20 - "All authority in heaven and earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit; teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And I am with you always, even to the end of the age." is the band's official slogan and is basis of New Jerusalem's mission statement.

The "Zeppelinesque" influence is merely musical. Most importantly, the spiritual focus of the unit is to reflect the love, tenderness, power, authority and fun of God! The Gray Dot, Inc./Bulletproof Music/Bulletboy CD "New Jerusalem" is available on both CD and by download.

Randy Householder and Thurane Aung Khin established the vision of New Jerusalem as an acoustic duo, choosing particular Zeppelin, Bad Company and Pearl Jam songs that, in Thurane's words, "don't dishonor God lyrically" along with the group's then eponymous Christian material. Other cover tunes were "watered down" to fit with Thurane's stringent insistence on maintaining Christian integrity.

Apple Itunes & New Jerusalem

They sought to start a band that would heavily minister in the Christian Church as a whole, while simultaneously reaching the secular market. Randy and Thurane were equally impressed with their respective talents, Thurane being enthralled with Randy's vocal range and ability to stylize his singing after Robert Plant, Paul Rogers, Axl Rose, Eddie Vedder and Mick Jagger. Randy was moved by Thurane's ability to play many cover tunes and learn note-for-note versions of Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, Guns-n-Roses, Pearl Jam and The Rolling Stones.

As the duo developed, they added and "traunched through" a host of bassists and drummers to fill the musical void, developing a truly classic rock sound - a sound that has inspired countless fans who have experienced New Jerusalem.

Many secular clubs and churches were visited by the NJ duo and full band during that critical formation period, with notable performances at the "Spirit Fest" Christian festival, Desert Sky Pavillion, Arizona Veteran's Memorial Coliseum, Mesa Amphitheater and gigs at the now legendary Mason Jar. Literally thousands of free NJ live and demo tapes were distributed during that period.

The band released "Foundation", a cassette that spawned their independent "New Jerusalem" CD. The song "Foundation" was written by Randy. It became a live staple at duo and full band shows in the early formative years of the group.

The release of the indie CD established the act nationally, with an initial distribution deal through Juke Box Media and considerable radio support. The original project was produced by Thurane, assisted by Phil Parmenter. The inside album jacket includes a beautiful poem written by John Madsen.

Jango & New Jerusalem

An unusual liason was also established by promoter Michael Wilkerson with Cactus Game Design. Michael introduced Thurane to Rob Anderson, president of Cactus Game Design, maker of the Scattergories game. Rob's company designed a Redemption playing card for New Jerusalem, available exclusively in the Bulletproof Music CD "New Jerusalem".

A computer game utilizing NJ's music and called "Saints of Virtue" was developed by Shine Studios - distributed by Cactus Game Design. That further entrenched the group in the Christian gamer's and hard music markets.

Many compilation CD's and cassettes include NJ's music, including DMR Diversions "e=mp3" - released 2 years prior to the mp3 soundfile popularity(!); and Jay Raymond's "Virtual Snowboarding" interactive CDROM (interspersed with video clips of snowboarding stunts and New Jerusalem songs).

After respectable exposure in the underground rock scene, Bulletproof Records signed New Jerusalem, further expanding the ever-growing legions of faithful New Jerusalem followers. That record deal was initiated by a simultaneous visit to the National Association of Christian Rock Radio summit meeting, with then aspiring NJ manager Mari Spyker and Thurane meeting Gray Dot/Bulletproof Music vice-president Dave Vanderpoel - and a referral by St. Marys, PA radio personality Eric Lane of WKBI. Eric prompted Thurane to call David at Gray Dot/Bulletproof. The resulting Bulletproof Records "New Jerusalem" re-release includes three tracks not available on the indie record: "You Are My Life", "Final Stand" and "Hail Tonight". The Gray Dot, Inc./Bulletproof Music CD

"New Jerusalem" is available on both CD and cassette - distributed by

Super D Distribution

and at any Christian/secular record retailer world wide. That initial record sold respectably, further garnering the foothold New Jerusalem has fast been attaining in the general music market.

The ABC Network made-for-television movie "What We Did That Night / Murder At Devil's Glen" included "Take Me Home" from the Bulletproof Music release in the soundtrack. "Take Me Home" was published by DSM Producers/Warner-Tamerlane BMI. "What We Did That Night" features Golden Globe award winner Rick Schroder("NYPD Blue", "Silver Spoons", "The Champ") - Michael Easton("Ally McBeal", "413 Hope St." "Total Recall 2070") - Jack Noseworthy ("Cats", "Breakdown" starring Kurt Russell, "The Brady Bunch Movie") - Jayce Bartok("SubUrbia") - Tara Reid("The Big Lebowski", "American Pie"); directed by Paul Shapiro("Black and Blue", "The Invaders").

The movies Con Express and Vampire Slayers include "Final Stand". Independent film The Sum of One features "You Are My Life", and "Take Me Home" is in the R2K Entertainment movie "The Whistler".

IMDb & New Jerusalem

"Take Me Home" reached 32 on the rock chart, "Living In the Light" hit 11 on the Loud chart and "Sincerity" is has charted on many radio stations. Additional promotions include "Judgement Day", "Final Stand", "Hail Tonight" and "You Are My Life".

Artists in Christian Testimony (A.C.T.) and New Jerusalem have teamed up to offer Tax-Free opportunities to those wishing to support NJ with Offerings, Donations and Support. Go to A.C.T. for more information here -

Thurane of NJ at A.C.T.

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Thurane and Kenneth W. Long (formerly of the Christian hard music group: "Destiny") teamed up to form a new project called "Kenyon Grey". Their single, "Heaven In Your Eyes" is the title of the Kenyon Grey E.P. and featured in the movie "A Fairy's Tale", screenplay written by Kenn as well.

Kenyon Grey signed to Rudy Morales' (of Christian progressive rock group "King David") label, RCM Records. Kenn & Thurane founded the "Redemption 2000: R2K Rocks the Millennium" event series launched at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum. They are currently developing several full length solo and soundtrack albums; and a multi-media presentation as a part of "R2K Productions" music and events.

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"New Jerusalem Fun Facts":

*Q. What do Steven Curtis Chapman and Thurane Aung Khin (lead guitarist of New Jerusalem) have in common?

*A. Both of them are married to wives from the small midwest town of Springfield, Ohio! (Steven's wife's name is Mary Beth, Thurane's wife is Renada)

*Steven Curtis Chapman and Thurane met while watching "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" at a small movie theater in Springfield, OH on Thanksgiving Day, 2000! Steven sat right next to Thurane during the film! A purely "chance" encounter!

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Mp3.com added New Jerusalem to their roster of artists. The new addition brought New Jerusalem additional success, with chart topping songs in a varied cross-section of genres: "Take Me Home" immediately jumped to 2 at Christian & Spiritual Pop, "Judgement Day" exploded at 2 on the Christian & Spiritual Metal Charts, "You Are My Life" hit the top 40 at Christian/Spiritual Easy Listening, "Hail Tonight" achieved top 40 status on Christian/Spiritual Rock and "Foundation" broke open the Christian Country(!) Charts on the top 40 as well!

Apple Itunes & New Jerusalem

New Jerusalem and Michael Sweet of Stryper appeared live at The Mason Jar. The show was excellent, with a Standing Room Only crowd and an incredible amount of shouting, clapping and foot-stomping in that now-legendary rock club. The spiritual focus was omnipresent, and it was a joy to experience the look and feel of an old-fashioned big tent revival in a smoky little bar! Smiles and laughter all around...

The New Jerusalem acoustic duo: "Rip & the Insomnia Man" (Randy & Thurane) appeared with Ryan Brown (founder of Wish) and The Lost Dogs (Featuring Mike Rowe of The 77's and members of The Choir & Daniel Amos) at Alice Cooperstown. It was a spiritually electric evening, with many core NJ fans and friends alike. Jesse Rodriguez from His Destiny was filming the event, local promoter Kevin Mitchell assisted Pat & Celia of C2C Productions and many local Arizona musicians attended the show. The spiritual focus was once again omnipresent...the show must go on..

Amazon & New Jerusalem

New Jerusalem performed a breathtaking set at Redemption 2000: R2K: "The Third Explosion". The new lineup: Thurane Aung Khin, Randall Householder, Abe Rosa and Donald Harrington Fargo rocked the Standing-Room-Only crowd, with notable performances by Kenyon Grey, Kenyon and Thurane. NJ introduced new material, including "Do Tell", "Freedom Train" and "My Reflection". The spiritual focus, once again omnipresent...verifies that God has great plans for this band...

New Jerusalem's "Final Stand" is featured in "Con Express", an action film featuring Sean Patrick Flanery ("Young Indiana Jones", "Suicide Kings", opposite Drew Barrymore in "Best Men" and co-starring with Sarah Michelle Gellar in "Simply Irresistible") and Arnold Vosloo ("The Mummy" starring Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz and John Hannah; "The Mummy Returns"; "Darkman I & II" and performed alongside Al Pacino in "Salomé").

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Order the NJ CD Now! Ten (10) song CD -

1. Living In The Light 2. Take Me Home 3. Judgement Day 4. Foundation 5. You Are My Life 6. Final Stand 7. Forgiven 8. Hail Tonight 9. Sincerity 10. A Melody. A Symphony, A Song

To order the New Jerusalem CD:

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New Jerusalem's new music includes titles "Freedom Train", "Do Tell",

"My Reflection":

"As Yet Untitled", "I Wanna Be Loved By You", "Arrival" and

"The Road (That Leads to You)":

NEW JERUSALEM is:

THURANE AUNG KHIN: GUITAR, BLUES HARP, DRUM PROGRAM, PERCUSSION, VOCALS, BASS

New Jerusalem has been honored to enjoy a veritable host of musicians who have performed live and/or recorded with the band. A chronological history of former New Jerusalem members:

Randall James Householder/Thurane Aung Khin (the original duo met in late 1993); Micheal Adams, drums; Joe Brantner, bass; Ryan (?), drums; Steve Green, bass; Mike Jesse, vocals; Jeoff Camden, bass(recorded on first NJ project); John (?), drums; Ron Martin, drums

Amazon & New Jerusalem

Glen Dudley, drums(recorded on first NJ project - RIP); Andrew Lee Olson, vocals and bass(recorded on first NJ project)

Todd Fitch, bass; Johnny Allen, bass and drums(of the Phoenix band Mogollon); Jeff Braner, drums

Grant Collins, drums; Dave Reeves, vocals(with L.A. band "Neon Cross")Rich Ross, drums(recorded on first NJ project; former member of Capitol Records Recording Artist "Loosely Tight" and Holy Smoke); Chris Gough, keyboards(Phoenix area studio musician); Frank Loro, bass (member of Rosemary's Silence)

Jango & New Jerusalem

Dominic Giuliano, drums; Barry Jenkins, drums; Rod Reasner, bass

Brian Hutchison, bass

Keith Jandacek, bass; Eric(?), bass

Abe Rosa, bass (current member)

Donny Fargo, drums

Gary, drums; Donny, vocalist; Glen Dudley, Drums - died Tuesday, 10/21/03.

2004 - The New Jerusalem Christian Hard Rock Band & Music Ministry is on hiatus with the launch of "Thurane of New Jerusalem", a Contemporary Christian/P&W/Inspirational/Folk acoustic solo music ministry.

write:

NEW JERUSALEM, 20235 N CAVE CREEK RD., SUITE 104-499, PHOENIX, AZ 85024 (USA); email: njiuma@yahoo.com

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Additional New Jerusalem sites:

GrayDot/Bulletproof/Bulletboy & New Jerusalem

GrayDot/Bulletproof/Bulletboy & New Jerusalem 2

Soundclick & New Jerusalem

Saints of Virtue & New Jerusalem

BMI & New Jerusalem (enter AUNGKHIN THURANE KARL for writer search to view the catalog of material)

Amazon & New Jerusalem

IMDb & New Jerusalem

Jango & New Jerusalem

Apple Itunes & New Jerusalem

Takin' It To the Streets & New Jerusalem

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NEW JERUSALEM

Your influences?

Led Zeppelin, Petra, Aerosmith, Larry Norman, Rolling Stones, Bad Company, Whitesnake, Guns-n-Roses, Black Crowes

Favorite spot?

San Diego, CA and Franklin, TN

Equipment used:

Gibson Les Paul Custom & Marshall Amplifier

Anything else...?

The first solo album from Thurane has a working title of "NEW FOUNDATION, Thurane of New Jerusalem". Thurane is in the studio now with Kenyon Grey, and an announcement with CD release party is due soon...

The solo music ministry of Thurane is an acoustic guitar and track driven performance vehicle for expressing the love of God and reaching both the churched and unchurched. "I actually began ministering as a soloist to launch New Jerusalem in 1990," says Thurane, "I was searching for a vocalist who could create the sounds that I couldn't achieve vocally in New Jerusalem, which turned out to be Randy Householder in late 1993."

Thurane site -

Thurane of New Jerusalem

The vision to launch a 1970's stylized Christian hard rock band and music ministry was birthed by Thurane. The New Jerusalem name was given to Thurane and made official. he signed NJ to Gray Dot Records/Bulletproof Music (the label that originally signed Third Day!) Thurane said, "The growth has been steady but slow, so we are moving in a new direction to affirm God's leading."

To launch the solo music & television ministry and reach over ten-million souls for Christ, Thurane of NJ is asking for your support.

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For prayer requests, email njiuma@yahoo.com or call 623-582-1303

Thurane of NJ Site -

Thurane of New Jerusalem

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Joy internal, Eternal...Life Itself opening vistas of Beauty, Peace, Happiness, Paradise: sold, bought back with a price, Its keys held by the Eternal Lord of Life...Asking - Receiving, Knocking - Opening, Seeking - Finding... NEW JERUSALEM