Anointed

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For the process of anointing, see anointing. For the character in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer series, see Anointed One (Buffyverse).
Anointed
Origin Columbus, Ohio United States
Genres Contemporary Christian music
R&B
Pop
Years active 1987–present
Labels Myrrh Records/Word Records
Epic Records
Associated acts Michael W. Smith, Amy Grant, Avalon, Ashmont Hill, Cece Winans, 4Him, NewSong
Website http://www.anointedonline.com
Members
Steve Crawford
Da'dra Crawford-Greathouse
Past members
Nee-C Walls
Mary Tiller

Anointed is a Contemporary Christian music group from Columbus, Ohio, known for their strong vocals and harmonies, featuring siblings Steve Crawford and Da'dra Crawford Greathouse, along with former members Nee-C Walls (who left the group in 2001) and Mary Tiller (who left in 1995). Their musical style includes elements of R&B, Pop, Rock, Funk, and Piano ballads. The group has won seven Dove Awards, two Stellar Awards and three Grammy Award nominations.[1][2] The group has also been featured on several Christian compilation albums such as Real Life Music, 1996 and WOW The 90s.

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[edit] History

Anointed was formed in 1988.They were all still in high school at that time. Their debut, Spiritual Love Affair, was released in 1993 and distributed by Myrrh Records, a subsidiary of Word.[3]

[edit] 1995 The Call

In 1995 Anointed released their second album, "The Call". This album would go on to become their best selling album to date, and to this day it is one of the best selling and popular contemporary Christian albums of the 90's. "The Call" won three Dove Awards, a Stellar award and a Grammy nomination. The group released "Under the Influence" in October 1996.

After the release of the group's fourth album in 1999, an extended tour followed. Both Da'dra and Steve were physically exhausted and uncertain as to their next move. .[3] The duo then enrolled in a two-year ministerial program at their church for spiritual enrichment and a deeper knowledge of the Bible.[3] In 2001, the duo felt refreshed in body and spirit and decided to continue their musical career.

[edit] 2000s

"If We Pray" was released early fall 2001, but because of health reasons and under promoting by the group and their record label, the album failed to gather the attention that the previous Anointed releases had. In 2002, Anointed and Word Records parted ways.[3] Following this, the band was signed on to the Sony Urban label and Now Is The Time was released on 5 April 2005.[4]

[edit] Present

Steve and Da'dra are currently a part of the Praise and Worship Team at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. Steve and Da'dra plan to start writing for the new album in March 2010, with a scheduled release date later in 2012.

[edit] Albums

[edit] Special releases

[edit] Video

  • The Call Music Video
  • It's in God's Hands Now Music Video
  • Under The Influence Music Video
  • Mercy Alive With Brian Duncan Live in Concert Video
  • One Voice With Brian Duncan And Crystal Lewis Live in Concert Video
  • 30 Years of the Dove Awards "Best Performances" With Micheal W. Smith, Born Again Church Choir and Larnell Harris Live in Concert Video

[edit] Other contributions

  • Beautiful, special contribution to a Left Behind soundtrack[5]
  • Second Chances, song featured on the soundtrack of the VeggieTales Jonah film[5]
  • Waiting In The Wings (1996), Myrrh Records - song from Under The Influence featured on the compilation album Real Life Music[6]
  • The Word (1998), Myrrh Records - featured on the compilation album Songs From The Book[6]
  • United We Stand Duet with Brian Duncan (1994), Myrrh Records - featured on the compilation album Unforgettable Duets Vol 1[6]
  • One Voice (1998), Myrrh Records - featured on the compilation album Songs From The Book[6]
  • The Word Was Made Flesh (1996), Myrrh Records - featured on the compilation album Emanuel[6]
  • Never Be Another (2000), Sony Records - featured on the album Cool By George Duke[6]
  • The Covenant(1994), Myrrh Records - featured on the compilation album My Utmost For his Highest[6]
  • Crown Him With Many Crowns(1994), Sparrow Records - featured on the album I'll Lead You Home by Micheal W. Smith[6]
  • Joyfull, Joyfull Duet With Micheal W. Smith(1994), Myrrh Records - featured on the compilation album My Utmost For his Highest[6]
  • Send Out A Prayer (1997), - featured on the compilation album Keep The Faith Collection "Power Of Prayer"[6]

[edit] Awards and honors

[edit] GMA Dove Awards

[edit] Other awards

  • 1994 Stellar Awards - Best New Artist , Spiritual Love Affair
  • 1996 Stellar Awards - Album of the Year , The Call
  • 1996 Nomination Grammy Awards - Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year The Call
  • 1998 Nomination Grammy Awards - Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year Under The Influence
  • 2000 Nomination Grammy Awards - Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year Anointed

[edit] References

  1. ^ JesusFreakHideout.com - News about Anointed, 2005
  2. ^ Nissi - solo album, Stronger
  3. ^ a b c d Anointed Website - Bio
  4. ^ Anointed Website - Music
  5. ^ a b ChristianityToday.com - The Best of Anointed
  6. ^ a b c d e f g h i j JesusFreakHideout.com - Anointed Bio

[edit] External links

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