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NewPax Records
Founded1975
FounderGary S. Paxton
StatusDefunct
Distributor(s)Word Records, Benson Records
GenreChristian music
Country of originUnited States

Newpax Records was a record label focused on Christian folk, pop, and light rock.[1][2] It was created by Gary Paxton.[1] It was active during the period 1975–1985.[1][3] It had at least 83 releases during that period.[1]

The Newpax roster included such performers as Don Francisco.[4]

NewPax was associated with Paragon Records.[1][3] Both were distributed by Word Records until 1980.[3] Subsequently, they were distributed by Benson Records.[3]

Notes

  1. ^ a b c d e "Newpax profile". Discogs. Retrieved 5 June 2017.
  2. ^ Thompson, John Joseph (2000). Raised by Wolves: The Story of Christian Rock & Roll. ECW Press. p. 131. ISBN 9781550224214.
  3. ^ a b c d Callahan, Mike; Edwards, David; Eyries, Patrice (September 24, 2007). "NewPax/Paragon Album Discography". Both Sides Now. Retrieved 5 June 2017.
  4. ^ Alfonso, Barry (2002). The Billboard Guide to Contemporary Christian Music. p. 166. ISBN 0823077187.