New Found Power

New Found Power
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.

Overview

Many of the lyrical themes on New Found Power deal with the breakup of Pantera, of which the brothers guitarist Dimebag Darrell and drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott were an integral part, and the forming of Damageplan. This is most evident in the songs "Breathing New Life" and "New Found Power", although almost all songs contain what appear to be references to former Pantera frontman Phil Anselmo, who the Abbott brothers blamed for the break-up of the band because of excessive use of drugs.

The album was recorded at the Abbott brothers' backyard studio, Chasin' Jason in Arlington, Texas, where previous Pantera albums had been recorded. 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."

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic

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." However, Allmusic's Johnny Loftus considered the album a "blazing new beginning".

Track listing

All songs written and composed by Dimebag Darrell, Vinnie Paul, and Patrick Lachman. 

No.	Title	Length
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
Total length:		61:49

Japanese version
No.	Title	Length
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
2004	The Billboard 200	38

Singles - Billboard (North America)

Year	Single	Chart	Position
2004	"Save Me"	Mainstream Rock Tracks	16
2004	"Pride"	Mainstream Rock Tracks	30