Abrahamic / Middle Eastern Christianity Hawk Nelson – Biography Print (L-R) Jon Steingard, David Niacaris, Daniel Biro and Micah Kuiper of Hawk Nelson at the 3rd Annual KLOVE Fan Awards in Nashville. Terry Wyatt/Getty Images Christianity Christian Entertainment Christianity Origins The Bible The New Testament The Old Testament Practical Tools for Christians Christian Life For Teens Christian Prayers Weddings Inspirational Bible Devotions Denominations of Christianity Christian Holidays Key Terms in Christianity Catholicism Latter Day Saints View More By Kim Jones Kim Jones Christian Music Expert Kim Jones is an ordained pastor and a co-founder of Road to Revelation, a Christian rock band. Learn about our Editorial Process Updated on November 25, 2017 Hawk Nelson Formed Hawk Nelson formed in 2003 in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Hawk Nelson Members Jonathon Steingard - lead vocals/guitarDaniel Biro - bassMicah Kuiper - guitarDavid Niacaris - drums Former Members Jason Dunn (lead vocals/keys) left the band on May 15, 2012Drummer Aaron Tosti (aka Squwid) left the band in early 2008Justin Benner - drumsDavid "Davin" ClarkMatt "Matty" PaigeGideon Courtney Hawk Nelson Bio: Originally from a mid-sized suburb of Ontario, Canada, power pop/punk foursome, Hawk Nelson started out calling 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. Life After Jason Dunn: On February 1, 2012, Jason Dunn announced that he was leaving the band to start a solo career. Many wondered if that would mark the end of the Hawk Nelson era. They didn't need to worry as Jonathon Steingard stepped up to the mic to take over the lead singer duties and showed out on Made. Hawk Nelson Discography: Diamonds, 2015Made, 2013Crazy Love, 2011Live Life Loud, 2009 Hawk Nelson Is My Friend, 2008 Smile, It's The End Of The World, 2006 Letters To The President, 2005 (enhanced with bonus tracks and videos) Letters To The President, 2004 Saturday Rock Action, 2003 (released prior to being signed) Hawk Nelson Starter Songs: "My Next Breath" "Long Ago" "The Meaning Of Life" "14" "Alive" Hawk Nelson Links: Official Site Lyrics Cite this Article Format mla apa chicago Your Citation Jones, Kim. "Hawk Nelson – Biography." Learn Religions, Aug. 25, 2020, learnreligions.com/hawk-nelson-biography-708398. Jones, Kim. (2020, August 25). Hawk Nelson – Biography. Retrieved from https://www.learnreligions.com/hawk-nelson-biography-708398 Jones, Kim. "Hawk Nelson – Biography." Learn Religions. https://www.learnreligions.com/hawk-nelson-biography-708398 (accessed April 24, 2024). copy citation