New Found Power
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| Studio album by Damageplan | |
| Released | February 10, 2004 |
| Recorded | August 20, 2003 - January 5, 2004 in Dallas Texas |
| Genre | Groove metal, heavy metal |
| Length | 61:49 |
| Label | Elektra |
| Producer | Vinnie Paul and Dimebag Darrell; co-produced by Sterling Winfield and Patrick Lachman |
New Found Power is the only studio album released by the short-lived American metal band Damageplan. "New Found Power" was also the original name of the band but was changed prior to the album's release. The record sold 44,676 copies in its first week to debut at number 38 on the Billboard 200.[1]
Overview
The album was recorded at the Abbott brothers' backyard studio, Chasin' Jason in Arlington, Texas, where previous Pantera albums had been recorded.[2] It also features guest appearances from vocalist Corey Taylor and guitarists Jerry Cantrell and Zakk Wylde, who had previously made live guest appearances with Pantera, as well as being close friends with all band members.
The single "Save Me" debuted on American radio on January 26, 2004. "Breathing New Life" served as the album's music video debut and aired frequently on both Headbangers Ball and Uranium in early 2004. This was followed by videos for "Save Me" and "Explode."
It has been mentioned many times about a follow up to the debut cd. Although no definite date has been set in 2006 Vinny Paul was asked in an Amsterdam interview about the follow up & replied "it will happen when the time is right. I want to stay focused where I am now." At the time he was promoting his new band Hellyeah which he formed with Mudvayne vocalist Chad Gray & they're upcoming debut cd. When ask if it would be within 10 years he replied "I think the fans would want to hear it so yes I'd say within 10 years." It is speculated that 2014 would be the first time since Dec. 8, 2004, which will mark 10 years since Dimebag was viciously murdered @ a club in Columbus, Ohio.
Many of the lyrical themes on New Found Power seem to deal with the breakup of Pantera, of which "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott and drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott were founding members of along with Rex Brown. Phil Anselmo would join later on when their music style changed from glam to what they are so well known for now.
Critical reception
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New Found Power received mixed reviews from music critics; Christine Klunk of PopMatters commented "I'm not in the least bit interested in where this band goes or what new and exciting ways they'll think of to abuse the listeners."[4] However, Allmusic's Johnny Loftus considered the album a "blazing new beginning".[5]
Track listing
All songs written and composed by Dimebag Darrell, Vinnie Paul, and Patrick Lachman.
| No. | Title | Length | |
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| 1. | "Wake Up" | 4:29 | |
| 2. | "Breathing New Life" | 3:49 | |
| 3. | "New Found Power" | 3:25 | |
| 4. | "Pride" | 4:17 | |
| 5. | "Fuck You" (featuring Corey Taylor) | 3:09 | |
| 6. | "Reborn" (featuring Zakk Wylde) | 4:02 | |
| 7. | "Explode" | 3:13 | |
| 8. | "Save Me" | 3:36 | |
| 9. | "Cold Blooded" | 4:57 | |
| 10. | "Crawl" | 5:30 | |
| 11. | "Blink of an Eye" | 4:19 | |
| 12. | "Blunt Force Trauma" | 4:57 | |
| 13. | "Moment of Truth" | 6:51 | |
| 14. | "Soul Bleed" (featuring Zakk Wylde) | 5:13 | |
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Total length:
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61:49 | ||
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| 15. | "Ashes to Ashes" (featuring Jerry Cantrell; also available on The Punisher: The Album) | 5:06 | ||||||||
Personnel
- Damageplan
- Patrick Lachman − vocals
- Dimebag Darrell − guitars, bass (Bob Zilla joined after the album was recorded)
- Vinnie Paul − drums
- Guest musicians
- Corey Taylor - 2nd verse, breakdown, and last chorus on "Fuck You"
- Zakk Wylde - 2nd guitar solo on "Reborn" and answer vocals on "Soul Bleed"
- Jerry Cantrell - vocals on "Ashes to Ashes"
- Production
- Produced by Vinnie Paul & Dimebag Darrell
- Co-produced by Sterling Winfield & Pat Lachman
- Mastered at Masterdisk Studios by Howie Weinberg & Roger Lian
- String arrangement on "Soul Bleed" by Johnny Marshall
- "Soul Bleed" mixed by Sterling Winfield
- Additional sequencing and production on "Pride" by Rae Nimeh
- All other arrangements recorded and mixed at Chasin' Jason Studios, DWG, TX
Chart positions
| Year | Chart | Position |
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| 2004 | The Billboard 200 | 38 |
Singles - Billboard (North America)
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
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| 2004 | "Save Me" | Mainstream Rock Tracks | 16 |
| 2004 | "Pride" | Mainstream Rock Tracks | 30 |
References
- ^ "Damageplan: Webcast video posted online". Blabbermouth.net. 2004-02-24. Retrieved 2008-02-06.
- ^ Kirby, Jeff (2004-12-09). "Interview with Damageplan drummer Vinnie Abbott". Knac.com. Retrieved 2008-02-06.
- ^ Allmusic review
- ^ Klunk, Christine (2004-09-14). "PopMatters - New Found Power". PopMatters. Retrieved 2008-02-06.
- ^ Loftus, Johnny. "Allmusic - New Found Power". Allmusic. Retrieved 2008-02-06.
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