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P.O.D. Albums - 1993 - 2002
Christian Heavy Metal At It's Best P.O.D. or Payable On Death was formed in 1992 and consists of Drummer Wuv, Bass player Traa, Singer Sonny, and Guitar player Marcos Curiel. Marcos and Wuv first started the group, then Wuv's cousin Sonny Sandoval joined soon after. Finally, Traa joined and completed the group in 1993. P.O.D. have opened for the likes of Green Day, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Kidrock, and Cypress Hill. They have a contract with Tooth & Nail Records and average 150 shows a year. Events of 2003 - 2004
Marcos Curiel decided to leave P.O.D. Band leader, Sonny Sandoval explains. "Marcos has chosen to pursue his own vision apart from P.O.D. Never have we imagined P.O.D. without him, but we now know this vision is bigger than the four of us." Welcome to musician/songwriter Jason Truby, who was hired to replace him. P.O.D. went on to create the lead single for the film, THE MATRIX RELOADED, which will be featured on their next album, which P.O.D. is currently working on in their studio.
PAYABLE ON DEATH - Released 11/04/03 The rawest, most honest, P.O.D. recording ever - Payable On Death is filled with depth, power, struggle, and life. Their groundbreaking new album comes with the full length album, as well as a Playstation 2 disc containing a POD Video game and exclusive game track "Space", not included on the regular album. The CD will also be enhanced with excerpts from the "Inside P.O.D. Culture" documentary, and will hold a "key" that unlocks a special bonus web site. Includes the smash hit, "Will You." VISITOR COMMENTS I listen to a diverse spectrum of musical styles from rock to classical to hip-hop. I recently have been looking for Christian alternatives in rock and hip-hop, and P.O.D. is a shining example. So what they don't want to be labeled as a christian band, the message they convey whole-heartedly is of Christian ways and beliefs. I was originally skeptical about getting into the group because of their ties with secular groups, but someone has to be bold enough to go out there in the world and expose those lost ones to the truth. It's about times P.O.D. came along to combat some of the negative energy being pumped into the world by groups like Korn, Limp Bizkit, and others. Whether P.O.D. knows it or not they are deliverers of an important spiritual message. And furthermore I applaud their efforts, because they are not ashamed of the Word, even in the midst of less moral counterparts. I think we should all pray that P.O.D. doesn't fall from their standards by being in the company of their road mates DeepBluSee - Houston, Tx. * * * Hey Christian music, P.O.D. is the best i think because they put so much into there music like in the video for southtown all of them put there heart in to it.I have three p.o.d. cd's and i think they are rerealsing all there older stuff. i love "The Fundamental Elements Of Southtown" the best. I just got "Snuff The Punk and i was disappointed because my expectations were high but it is still a decent cd. I also have "P.O.D. Live" and it is really good. You can tell live they are a great band and have a good soul and believe in god. Big Fan of P.O.D., Jt * * * P.O.D. IS AWESOME BECAUSE THERE ARENT VERY MANY CHRISTIAN MUSIC ARTISTS OUT THERE WHO WILL BE WILLING TO PLAY ON MTV AND STUFF LIKE THAT. IT IS SO COOL HOW THEY ARE LETTING PEOPLE KNOW THAT YOU CAN HAVE A GOOD TIME LISTENING TO CHRISTIAN MUSIC. NOW THAT THEY ARE AROUND THE WORLD MIGHT BECOME A BETTER PLACE. THERE ARE A LOT OF SINNERS WHO DONT HAVE GOD IN THEIR LIFE AT ALL AND THEY MIGHT, HOPEFULLY LET CHRIST INTO THEIR LIFE. NOW THAT YOU CAN HAVE FUN AND ENJOY LISTENING TO CHRISTIAN MUSIC. SO I AM HAPPY THAT P.O.D. IS OUT THERE. THEY MIGHT HELP CHANGE THE WORLD. * * * P.O.D. is all about the, God Pride! Hey! Through-out all time, Christians have been hit in the face with bands like Marilyn Manson, and his satanic worshiping, and even to Blink 182's obsession with being critics. Finally there is P.O.D., to say, "Hay we're here and so is God and His love, and if you want some you gotta come and really want it." I have been through a whole lot in my life and through it all I have a group that is with me through it all and that group is P.O.D. It lifts me up and makes me rethink my life and how I'm living. Thank you P.O.D. with all my heart for giving me and so many other Christian the strenght to live life in a hatefull world and to really challenge ourselves to keep our faith and to stand for our beliefs! God Bless you! * * * P.O.D. is definately my favorite band out there. i dont know
what the guy in the colum was saying when he said they weren't
christian. it is obvious that they are, the word Jah, taken from
Jehova...meaning God...or the trinity symbol....God, Son, Holy
spirit, P.O.D. has totally changed my life and point of views
on a lot of things..."you had no idea christians could be
SO HARDCORE"....how true it is...it told me i could be just
as hardcore as the world. But a different hardcore, a hardcore
for Christ! one that tells me not to hide my faith, but to scream
it to the world. P.O.D. doesn't hide their message, they are simply
deep inside of their lyrics. so if u have never heard p.o.d.,
or just haven't read the lyrics....do it...it will change ur ideas
about christian music and its "steriotype."God called
them to stand out....and they are doing it! * * * P.O.D. I think P.O.D. rocks. They play the rage style music but keep it Christian. P.O.D. is a great influence on me. I have started a Christian rock band that will play the same style as P.O.D. and maybe you'll hear about us rockin' on MTV in the name of Jesus. * * * P.O.D. rocks, they are so awesome...so many people say that they should not be looked up to by christians becouse they don't clam to be a christian band...but come on now guys, the label christian is used so loosly anyways,so many claim that name,but its all about the fruits man... and P.O.D. is definatley sprouting out some fruits....just listen to their lyrics....the messages...they are so real and in tune to GOD ...people need to listen to them befor they judge them or talk abotu stuff they've heard...P.O.D. has got guts.... most christian bands would worry about being looked down on if they were in the position P.O.D. has taken on in the secular as well as the christian world...i look up to them, and keep them in my prayers cause i know they are on a mission totally directed by GOD himself. In Christ- * * * I think that P.O.D. is a great band. Just because they are not labeled as a "Christian band" doesn't mean they're not Christian. As for them touring with Kid Rock and Korn, well, good, the Gospel needs to get to them too. I think that if Jesus was in a metal band while on earth he would have toured with all types of bands. P.O.D. is really getting into the secular population. I think thats the whole point. Whats the point of having a good Christian band if its just going to stay in the already saved group of listeners? It's message should get out and tell people who don't know God the truth. I say if their in prayer about their band and all that the band does, then Rock On!!!!! * * * Hey just wanted to say, when P.O.D. goes on stage, their goal isn't to have hundreds of kids instantly converted into Christians right there. They know this is unrealistic at the type of concerts they play at. Where POD does stand out from the rest, however, is how they stay hours after their shows at several concerts, witnessing to the fans. They don't shout "Jesus loves you all!" or annything, but rather talk to the kids that have questions about what Christianity is, and show these kids that not all Christians lead dull lives. Even if POD doesn't save hundreds of lives, they do give thousands of kids positive lyrics, a mindset that Christians can have fun, and most importantly gives several kids hope. Too many Christians overlook the "hopeless" kids, and it's time we change that. I support POD one-hundred percent, and I pray that other Christians can support POD too. * * * P.O.D.'s lyrics are much more out there than most Christian bands. They call for revolution, for Christians to rise up, even call their fans Warriors. But many larger Christian bookstores are refusing to sell their music based on their radical point of view. Many refused to sell the Fundamental Elements of Southtown a few years ago for the same reason. Now, the same is happening with their new, selftitled release. Christianity's highlights have been of radicals--Jesus was the first, and was followed by many many others. Don't let these conservative views influence you. Shop at smaller, non-franchise stores, so you can make the choice for yourself. 4/17 (Editor - One could look at it as a Spiritual War - not an actual physical war. Ephesians 6:10-17) * * * I was browsing your website and found P.O.D. listed as a Christian rock band. I was astonished, because I had heard bits of their music but never really paid attention to what they were saying. I really liked their sound, and knew they were considered more of a heavy rock band, that's where their CD's can be found at stores. But I was a bit disappointed when reading comments on this page from people criticizing them for not being "Christian" enough. Jesus didn't go and preach to the people that already believed in Him. Look at His disciples. They were considered some of the worst type of people at their time. This band, P.O.D., whether they admit to being Christian or not, is not for anybody else to decide. But if they have a positive message about God, then they are in the perfect place. It's the people in bands like KidRock and Korn and the people that attend those concerts that need the type of message P.O.D. delivers. If they can stay strong in the Lord and carry His message to these people, then more power to them. God didn't tell us we couldn't play heavy metal music to worship Him, as long as we worship Him and keep our focus on Him. I think it's a good thing that their doing. As fellow Christians, we should pray for them and their ministry, not knock them down for it. Tamra in Texas Albums & Songs * Visit Our P.O.D. Store * Christian Special Index |
