Power pop vocal group 1GN, formerly called 1 Girl Nation, is poised to take the world by storm with the release of its second full-length album Unite on April 15. Now a trio comprised of Carmen Hadley, Kayli Robinson, and Lauryn Taylor Bach, 1GN comes with a powerful and focused message reflecting the act’s maturing sound and appeal to ever-widening audiences. “We have been through so much together,” notes Lauryn. “We have shared great times and really dark times. But through it all we’ve come out stronger.”

Carmen explains, “Our message is going to have more impact because we ourselves have been through the ‘fire.’ We understand more about what our fans are going through, and hopefully we can engage them with songs and ideas that really speak to them.”

A major theme on the new album centers around the anthemic song “Guard Your Heart,” based on the scripture found in Proverbs 4:23-27, which begins with the charge, “Above all else, guard your heart…” The song is a kind of slogan for the girls to their fans. “So much of our lives and interactions today are now through social media and online, which is awesome. But the dangers there are real,” explains Lauryn. “The images hitting us in pop culture are often overly sexualized and filled with hate, bullying, violence and division. We just want to encourage each other to guard our hearts from these things, to overcome hate with love, and to live boldly for Christ, even while having fun.”

While the album definitely treads into deep topics, it also contains a fresh, fun and infectious sound. In bringing the album’s first radio single “Get Hype” to life, for instance, 1GN tapped into each member’s unique musical skills. Partnering with producer duo Jordan Sapp and Dave Wyatt (TobyMac), the song is an undeniably hooky pop track written to get crowds on their feet and ready for 1GN’s live show. The song definitely gets into your soul and makes you want to dance. The girls even partnered with nationally known choreographer Chase Benz to create the “Hyphy” dance, featured in the song’s official music video.

“As Christians, we have more to hope for and more to celebrate than anyone can imagine,” explains Kayli. “A song like ‘Get Hype’ is just a modern expression of the joy and excitement we should feel as members of the body of Christ.”

The album also includes the artful and hooky “Cinema,” in which the girls consider the thought-provoking contemplation, “What if my life was a cinema; what would the story tell?” as well as the unforgettable anti-bullying song “Haters,” a Jesus-centric sort of “next step” to Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off,” declaring not only that “haters gonna hate,” but that we should “love them anyway.”

After causing a stir with its 2013 self-titled debut album 1 Girl Nation, which produced such catchy pop hits as “While We’re Young,” the dancy EDM-infused “Vertical,” and the heart-filled “Count Your Rainbows,” 1GN became an instant sensation. The debut album reached No. 2 on Billboard’s “Heatseeker Albums” chart, and No. 9 on its “Top Christian Albums” list. The response was so dramatic, the group earned a “New Artist of the Year” nomination in the 45th Annual Dove Awards.

Riding the momentum of their debut album, the girls spent the first year of their career creating an eye-catching, electrifying live show, partnering with the “Secret Keeper Girl” mother/daughter events and playing dozens of concerts as part of the “Secret Keeper Girl ‘Crazy Hair Tour,’” as well as multiple Christian festivals and shows. Their stunning and honest cover of Colbie Caillat’s hit “Try” lit up social media and solidified the girls’ artistry and connection with their fans.

By Christmas the following year, the group treated fans to A Very 1 Girl Nation Christmas EP, partnering with Christian radio stations to create a multi-city “shopping mall tour,” causing a frenzy among delighted devotees. The Christmas EP features the uber-catchy original song “Joy,” which became an instant Christmas classic as one of the most played Christmas songs at Christian radio that year. Also included on the EP was 1GN’s unique expression of the ubiquitous “Let It Go” from Disney’s new classic film Frozen. The girls also demonstrated their strong individual vocal skills in a Pentatonix-like a cappella medley of Christmas classics.

With a musical style reminiscent of many mainstream superstar acts, 1GN has a powerful mission encouraging fans to overcome hate with love, to live boldly for Christ while having fun… and above all else, GUARD YOUR HEART!

Unite track listing:
1. Get Hype
2. The One
3. Cinema
4. Guard Your Heart
5. #NoFilter
6. Haters
7. Panic
8. Impossible
9. Smile
10. Unite

ABOUT 1GN: 1GN, comprised of Kayli Robinson, Carmen Hadley and Lauryn Taylor Bach, blends upbeat, relevant pop music, with lyrics that are focused on one united message of overcoming hate with love, and living boldly for Christ, even while having fun. Their self-titled debut album 1 Girl Nation was released in August 2013, which reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Heatseeker Albums chart and No. 9 on Billboard’s Top Christian Albums chart. 1GN has played on more than 80 “Secret Keeper Girl Tour” concert dates, co-headlined the “While We’re Young” Tour with OBB and performed at Disney’s Night of Joy. The group earned a “New Artist of the Year” nomination for the 45th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Their sophomore album, Unite, will release April 15, 2016.

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NASHVILLE — Maxximum Artist Group has signed Reunion Records’ (Provident/Sony) vocal group, 1 Girl Nation, to an exclusive management agreement. The announcement was made by Mitchell Solarek, president of the firm which also represents Christian and Gospel artists Natalie Grant, Danny Gokey, Donald Lawrence, and others.

“I am impressed by the dedication and perseverance these ladies have demonstrated over the past couple of years,” says Solarek. “The two qualities are essential factors in our decision to get involved. Another factor was the incredible commitment that Terry Hemmings and his team at Provident Label Group have shown to breaking this artist.” Solarek also states that based on the new direction of 1GN and Maxximum’s history with developing successful groups, this group fits perfectly within the Maxximum Artist family.

As part of the continued maturation of its artistry, the three-member group has officially changed its name to 1GN, reflecting the expansion of its musical appeal to ever-widening audiences. Reunion Records has designated a spring release for the group’s new video and single, “Get Hype.”

1GN is a blend of upbeat Christian pop music with lyrics intently focused on overcoming hate with love, and having fun while living a life of authentic faith. The trio, comprising Carmen Hadley, Kayli Robinson, and Lauryn Taylor Bach, saw its 2013 debut album reach No. 2 on Billboard magazine’s “Heatseeker Albums” chart and No. 9 on the trade publication’s “Top Christian Albums” list. A release date for the group’s full-length sophomore project has not yet been announced.

For more information and updates about the group and upcoming appearances, visit www.1GNofficial.com.

About Maxximum Artist Management
Maximum Artist Management is a Nashville-based artist management and development firm founded in 1998 by Mitchell Solarek. Currently, the firm’s roster includes four-time Gospel Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year and Grammy® nominee, Natalie Grant; Grammy®-nominated producer Bernie Herms (Josh Groban; Barbra Streisand; Natalie Grant); Grammy® and Stellar® award-winning artist/producer Donald Lawrence; Danny Gokey; The Voice finalist, Koryn Hawthorne; singer/songwriter Kolby Koloff; new artist 3for3; and developing artist, Riley Clemmons.

About Provident Label Group
Provident Label Group, a division of Sony Music, whose labels include Essential Records, Reunion Records, Essential Worship and Beach Street Records, is home to an artist roster that includes Casting Crowns, Third Day, Tenth Avenue North, RED, Matt Maher, and Tauren Wells, among others. Provident Music Group consists of Provident Label Group, Provident Films (“War Room,” “Courageous,” “Fireproof”), Provident Distribution, Essential Music Publishing and Essential Artist Services. For more information, visit www.providentlabelgroup.com.

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Pop female sensation 1 GIRL NATION announced today that Kelsey Sowards will be leaving the group. The group will continue with four members. The following statement was posted on the 1GN facebook page:

Change is constant in our lives, but often times isn’t something planned or expected. Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” It’s with this hope, that we share with you a change in 1 Girl Nation. As many of you know, Kelsey is getting married this June and she has decided to step away from the road and leave the group. We are all excited for Kelsey as she starts her new life with Caleb and wish her all the best moving ahead. We are equally as excited to announce that 1 Girl Nation will continue as a four member group with Lauryn Taylor, Carmen, Lindsey, and Kayli!

Check out the latest album from 1GN by CLICKING HERE, or visit 1GirlNation.com.

(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) — All-female pop group 1 Girl Nation (1GN) becomes the latest talent signed to Reunion Records, a division of Provident Label Group. The group’s hook-laden, self-titled debut album will release August 20 and has already captured the attention of program directors nationwide with the release of lead single “While We’re Young” this week across all radio formats. In addition, 1 Girl Nation announces plans to join the Secret Keeper Girl “Crazy Hair” Tour this fall.

1 Girl Nation is made up of five talented girls, each possessing a strong, distinctive voice and loads of personality with a united desire to communicate positive truths to teens and adolescences. The group includes Kayli, who grew up on military bases all over the world as a result of her father’s Air Force career, landing in Orlando, Florida; Lauryn Taylor, from Birmingham, Ala.; Kelsey, a Chicago, Ill. native with a degree in music education; Carmen, a singer/dancer who grew up in the Nashville area; and Lindsey, a pastor’s kid who hails from Jacksonville, Fla.

With an eclectic range of influences, 1 Girl Nation offers a fun-spirited, musically adventurous outing on its album due August 20, on which the girls co-wrote more than half of the songs, collaborating with such noted writers as Jason Ingram, Kipp Williams and Tony Wood, among others. The girls trade lead vocals on all 10 of the sparkling pop gems on the group’s energetic debut, 1 Girl Nation, which relays powerful messages about self-worth, true beauty and living out your purpose in life.

“While We’re Young,” the group’s first radio single, encourages young people to make the right choices early in life. 1 Girl Nation contends that while many songs on the radio today condone doing whatever you want while you’re young, it’s only fun for a short time. Instead, the new 1GN single encourages girls to live what they believe and make the most of their youth by making a positive difference in the world.

Theresa Ross, Music Director at WTRJ, Jacksonville, Fla. says, “‘While We’re Young’ sounds so fresh with the perfect summer feel. It reaches out with a strong Biblical message that appeals not only to tweens, but moms and grandmas alike, to live for Jesus.”

Audiences in the U.S. and Canada will have the chance to hear new songs from 1 Girl Nation’s debut and experience its contagious live performance when the group joins the 50-city Secret Keeper Girl “Crazy Hair” fall tour beginning in August. 1 Girl Nation, booked through Jeff Roberts & Associates, will be the premier musical guest performing a pre-show concert for attendees and participating in the tour’s full production, which includes a fashion show, mother/daughter conversation time, fun competitions and more. For full tour information, visit www.secretkeepergirl.com.

About 1 Girl Nation (1GN):
1 Girl Nation (1GN), made up of five girls from five different places around the U.S., blends upbeat, relevant pop music, with lyrics that are focused on one united message of boldly living out their faith. Each member was pursuing a separate musical career when they heard about the unique opportunity to audition for a faith-based, all-female pop group. Following a competitive audition process, Carmen, Kayli, Kelsey, Lauryn Taylor and Lindsey were distinctly chosen for the group. All five share a passion for impacting young girls with a positive message. 1 Girl Nation’s self-titled debut album bows August 20, 2013.

About Secret Keeper Girl:
Secret Keeper Girl is a movement, created by best-selling author Dannah Gresh, that equips moms to have connecting experiences with their tween daughters to discuss critical topics like modesty, true beauty, and healthy friendships from a Biblical perspective. Secret Keeper Girl’s trademark 8 Great Dates resources have been used to plan over one million at-home connecting “dates,” and over 150,000 have experienced the Secret Keeper Girl live event. Nearly 50,000 moms have signed Gresh’s Modesty Project Petition to be presented to the fashion industry in an effort to communicate that moms want to purchase clothing and products that are age-appropriate and modest. Key book titles in the Secret Keeper Girl series include the best-selling Six Ways To Keep The Little In Your Girl.

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State College, PA. – While push-up bras, sexy dolls, and hip hop dance lessons seem to be the normal currency for ten-year-old girls, best-selling author Dannah Gresh continues to sound an alarm for moms to avoid such sexualization. Gresh’s fun, age-appropriate Secret Keeper Girl mom/daughter connecting resources moved to the stage several years ago with over 150,000 around the country attending. An all-new event, the Secret Keeper Girl Crazy Hair Tour, refuels moms with conviction to train their daughters to embrace modesty, purity & true beauty and introduces their daughters to positive role models in 1 Girl Nation (1GN), a new pop group focused on lyrics that encourage tweens to live for Jesus while they’re young!

The Crazy Hair Tour — Secret Keeper Girl’s fourth themed tour — is a Bible-based relationship-building experience for moms and their tween daughters (typically ages 8-12). The two and a half hour event features a fun fashion show that demonstrates modesty, incredible balloon sculptures, bouncing beach ball competitions, mother/daughter conversation time & colorful confetti cannons and comes with a crazy proposal to get crazy.

“It’s normal for a girl to be boy-crazy and be obsessed with fashion and beauty, but those crowd-pleasing choices have risks, so let’s get crazy! The Secret Keeper Girl Crazy Hair Tour helps moms cultivate God-crazy Daughters, who embrace inner beauty, biblical modesty, and vibrant purity,” reads a poster for the new event.

Gresh is happy to bring 1 Girl Nation (1GN), an all-female pop quintet targeting tween girls, on tour with Secret Keeper Girl. 1GN is an exciting blend of upbeat, relevant dance pop music, with a Christ-centered message. The group will perform an opening concert and lead worship during each event. Dannah explains that this is an important move for the tour because: “One of the most common questions moms post on our Facebook page is: I’m looking for musical artists who will be good role models for my daughter. Who do you recommend?” Gresh says the answer is 1 Girl Nation. The group — comprised of Carmen, Kayli, Kelsey, Lauryn Taylor, and Lindsey — has their debut album releasing August 20th through Reunion Records/Provident Label Group. You can follow the group through their website: www.1girlnation.com.

The tour will appear in approximately 80 cities during its first year, with over forty of them in the Fall 2013 season including a debut in Secret Keeper Girl’s hometown of State College, PA. Other cities include Fort Wayne, Chicago, Grand Rapids, Omaha and Des Moines. An inner-city outreach event in cooperation with Brooklyn Tabernacle’s BT Kids is scheduled for January 2014 to kick off the Spring 2014 tour. A complete list of tour dates can be found online at www.secretkeepergirl.com.

Dannah Gresh has sold nearly a million and a half copies of her books – including Six Ways To Keep The “Little” In Your Girl and Six Ways To Keep The “Good” In Your Boy. As the new Secret Keeper Girl “Crazy Hair” Tour debuts, she is releasing three new titles. In the popular Secret Keeper Girl 8 Great Dates series, Dannah is re-releasing Talking To Your Daughter About Best Friends and Mean Girls which gives moms eight creative bonding dates on friendship to do with her girl, and A Girl’s Guide To Best Friends & Mean Girls which she co-wrote with beloved Secret Keeper Girl lead teacher Suzy Weibel. Gresh and Weibel also joined forces to write a One Year Devos for Teen Girls.

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