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CIRCLE SERIES | CHAIR AND MICROPHONE | VILLAGE THRIFT | 100 PORTRAITS
We now have FOUR! in the series of recordings that are all part of the Enter The Worship Circle family! The primary series includes the First, Second, Third, and Fourth Circle. The First Circle was released in 1999 with 100 Portraits and Waterdeep. This Circle Series is focused on collegiates and small groups, and is a worship collection featuring hand drums, acoustic guitars, and a passionate vocal team. The second series is called Chair and Microphone and it has Volume 1 (Ben Pasley), Volume 2 (Aaron Strumpel), and the soon to be released: Volume 3 (Karla Adolphe). It features one voice and one instrument in a very simple, vulnerable style. The third series is the Village Thrift--a fusion of modern electronic and very progressive songwriting for the urbanite and lover of all things innovative. Circa 2005 is available now, and Circa 2008 is under construction...want to participate? All three series share these fundamentals (to name the basics):
--1. We steal most of the songs from the heart of the Psalmist.
--2. We use language that is common.
--3. We try to be honest and say it like it is, not like the religious wish it was...
--4. We want you to write your own songs ..we are a launch pad, not a landing pad.
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(FEATURING: 100 PORTRAITS AND FRIENDS)
2008: Digital Release on March 17th
Wow. Our latest album is a fusion of gypsy, folk, rock, experimental and serious southern throwdown. Tim and Laurie Thornton, Karla Adolphe, Caleb Friesen, Aaron Strumpel, and Ben and Robin really let loose on this latest addition to the Circle series. Buy It |
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(FEATURING: AARON STRUMPEL)
2006
Aaron Strumpel is the featured artist on this the second in the Chair and Microphone series. This series is for the serious singer-songwriter performer and fan. Aaron’s style is so rich that he will be compared to Damien Rice and Ryan Adams, but it is the depth in which he unfolds his prayers, thoughts, and passion from the Psalms that will really mesmerize. Buy It | Learn More
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(FEATURING: 100 PORTRAITS, TODD BERGER, RYAN LOTT)
2005
Enter the Worship Circle has fallen into an ambietronic swirl! You have never heard anything like this from the Worship Circle team... Fans of Moby, the Chemical Brothers, Sigur Ros, and Gorillaz will dig this album. "Simple" is featured in Word Music's "Absolute Smash Hits 2" song book. Buy It | Learn More |
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(FEATURING: BEN PASLEY)
2004
One instrument and one voice. Recorded "in one pass" this recording bleeds out the heart of Ben Pasley in conversation with God. There is compliment and complaint, loving anthem and stiff argument - it is both polite and brutal. Songs like "Crown Him" are finding a great fit in public spaces, and "Only Three" still makes Mark Weaver cry. Buy It | Learn More
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(FEATURING: 100 PORTRAITS AND FRIENDS) 2003Released in 2003, Third Circle is the latest recording in the Enter the Worship Circle primary series. It features the songwriting talents of members of 100 Portraits, Barry and Michelle Patterson, and Kate Hurley. This album's sure favorites are: "Wait on the Lord", "It's My Joy" and "God is Good." Buy It | Learn More
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(FEATURING: 100 PORTRAITS AND FRIENDS)
2001
Released in 2001, Second Circle blends the sounds of India along with acoustic instruments from around the world. Features members of 100 Portraits, and great songwriting from Ben Kennedy. This album includes the songs: "Faithful" and "I Cannot Hide My Love." Buy It | Learn More |
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(FEATURING: 100 PORTRAITS AND WATERDEEP)
1999
Released in 1999, First Circle was the first recording in the Enter the Worship Circle series. It features members of 100 Portraits (who go on to produce and record the rest of the Worship Circle albums!) and the incredible roots-rock band Waterdeep. This album includes the originals of the popular worship songs: "You Are So Good To Me" and "I Will Not Forget You." Buy It | Learn More
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| We throw in 100 Portraits albums as part of this catalog as many have come to equate Ben and Robin's creative work prior to the Enter The Worship Circle as something that also belongs here. It is alternative rock with a twist and an emphasis on discovering Christ in a world that has gone post-tradition long ago... |
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2002This album is a creative remix of 100 Portraits' first album released originally in 1995. Will Hunt, Barry Patterson, Rocky Presley, and Ryan Lott contributed remixes ranging from modern rock to psychadelic-tech using only tracks from the debut album. 100 Portraits fans will enjoy the same poetry from the first album set to a whole new energy. Buy It | Learn More |
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1997The album that really set 100 Portraits apart as an indie band in the 90's was this unique album featuring Robin's blooming skills on world percussion and Ben's unusual use of acoustic/electric guitar sounds. This album is rich with allegory of the pursuing Husband, Jesus, and a raw energy that feels like the live concerts they performed in bars and clubs... Buy It | Learn More |
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1995This album started it all. Recorded while Ben and Robin were engaged to be married, the masters were dropped off to the duplicator the day of their wedding. This is alternative/rock and available now in MP3 only. Buy It | Learn More |
| We are proud to offer you both digital downloads of our albums and songs as well as the CD's! Go here to see more! Go here to read a more traditional bio page and the get more detail! |
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