Hawk Nelson Biography of Christian Punk Band Hawk Nelson

Hawk Nelson Bio:

Originally from a mid-sized suburb of Ontario, Canada, power pop/punk foursome Hawk Nelson calls itself "diehard believers in the transformative power of dreams, planning a course in musical expression underwritten by Biblical rooting at a young age and following through with vivaciousness each inch of the way."As lifelong fans of pop/punk music the guys knew the steps it took to make a band and invested every ounce of energy into Hawk Nelson. "We defined our sound, cut an indie disc and started getting it in the hands of people," explains Jason. "We toured all around Toronto- from youth groups to colleges to arcades- and sought to get kids into it."After growing up listening to bands like TFK, MXPX and Slick Shoes, their contract with Tooth and Nail Records was the fulfillment of a huge dream. After four years and some growing, they're still dreaming, but in a more rock way. Influences of Goldfinger, The All-American Rejects, Sum 41 and Green Day can now be heard in their music. Their sophomore release, Smile, It's The End Of The World, doesn't just bring two new members, it brings growth and it brings depth.

Hawk Nelson Members:

Jason Dunn - lead vocals/keys
Jonathon Steingard - guitar
Daniel Biro - bass
Justin Benner - drums

***Drummer Aaron Tosti (aka Squwid) left the band in early 2008***

Hawk Nelson News & Notes:

• Lyrics Challenge
• Song of the Week, May 1, 2006


• Hawk Nelson Photo Gallery


• Concert Schedule


• Online Jigsaw Puzzles
• Green T Tour - 2008


• Winter Jam 2006


• Hawk Nelson - Prepares for Movie Debut in Yours, Mine & Ours


• Hawk Nelson On Tour With TFK - Sept. 2005


• Hawk Nelson News - September, 2004


• Hawk Nelson Plays the Who on American Dreams


• Hawk Nelson Debuts "Letter to the President"

Hawk Nelson Releases:

Hawk Nelson Is My Friend, April 1, 2008

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Smile, It's The End Of The World, 2006

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Letters To The President, 2005

(enhanced with bonus tracks and videos)

• About Christian Music - review


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Letters To The President, 2004

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Saturday Rock Action, 2003

(released prior to being signed)

"Letters To The President" Reviews:

• CCM Online


• Jesus Freak Hideout

Hawk Nelson Links:

• Official Site


• California Video


• Lyrics