Amplified Version was an early Jesus movement band remembered for its album Whatcha Gonna Do? which revealed their indebtedness to producer Gary S.Paxton.
Their sound was distinctive in its use of seven horns, recalling such early 70s outfits as Chicago or Blood, Sweat, and Tears. Two Paxton songs received a lot of attention: "Jesus Is My Lawyer In Heaven" and "Jesus Keeps Takin' Me Higher And Higher." These and the title song constitute the album's high-energy numbers. Another Paxton song, "The Gadget Man," is noteworthy for its complex and original structure.
Bruce Hibbard, Jorge Marsal, and Shirley Monroe Marsal were also members of the group at some point.
~ Mark Allan Powell (Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music)
Discography:
1973: One In The Son New World Recordings NW-1002
1974: He's My Brother New Life Records NL-7202
1974: So Free New World Recordings NW-1005
1975: Whatcha Gonna Do? New Pax NP33004
1979: Alive Chrism R-7809
External links:
The Amplified Version at Discogs.com
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