What is Jump5? And more importantly, why did young David meet them almost a decade ago? Read on to find out 🙂
- Jump5 was a popular U.S. Christian Dance-pop group who got their start in 1999 in Nashville, TN and later signed onto Sparrow Records in 2001. They established themselves via Radio Disney, having a string of #1 Radio Disney hits before Raven and Hilary Duff started ruling the charts. In 2005, Jump5 temporarily recorded independently through self-established Nevaeh Records, and then signed with Slanted Records in 2007. Over their career, Jump5 sold over 1.4 million records
According to AllMusicGuide —
With big choruses, dynamic songs, and a family-friendly vibe, Jump5 debuted on the Christian pop scene in 2001. The five teenagers weren’t even old enough to drive, and their youthful enthusiasm and naïve sensibilities made them a parent-friendly alternative to the increasingly sex-driven sounds of other teen pop acts. The group was not one of the studio-made pop bands that had been dominating mainstream radio since the late ’90s. Instead, their story began when brother and sister Brandon and Brittany Hargest joined the same dance class as Lesley Moore. The three were only toddlers at the time, but their similar interests and talents turned them into fast friends. Over the subsequent years, Libby Hodges and Chris Fedun joined the trio and they decided to try their hands at pop music.
Backed by their parents and Sparrow Records, the fivesome assembled a dance routine and had some wholesome, uptempo pop songs written for them. Upon the release of their debut, they took to performing in schools, malls, and amphitheaters around the country, spreading their positive message to audiences that consisted of children, teens, and parents. A visit to the White House helped raise their profile, and a benefit cover of “God Bless the U.S.A.” became a single in the wake of September 11, 2001. In 2002, the group recorded All the Time in the World and released it that summer, with a huge promotional campaign behind the album. Jump5 also arranged deals with McDonalds and Disney for promotion, while a tour with the A*Teens, Aaron Carter, and the Baha Men kept them busy throughout the summer. Dreaming in Color followed in 2004, while 2005 saw the release of two albums: the Very Best of Jump5 compilation and a brand new effort, Shining Star. Their last album, 2007’s Hello & Goodbye, was released three months before the group’s final performance in Nashville.
Sometime between 2003 and 2004, a 14-yo David met the group in one of its Radio Disney gig. Given the group’s background, is it any wonder why David would be interested to meet them? I wonder: would this be a direction David will take upon resuming his career after his mission? How does that grab you?
Apparently, David sang for Jump5 that day. Although we do not have info on the songs he performed, we can guess by the look on their faces that he blew them away!
Thank you Mr. Jeff A. for uploading the pix to David’s very 1st public website – davidarchuleta.net, a family-administered site back when David was just starting his foray into showbiz.
Too bad David’s frontal shots have broken links. Only the thumbnails below were available back in 2004 (I told ya I was already an Archie back then, lmao).
If anyone was able to save the large versions of these two pics, TDC would appreciate it very much if you can share them here 🙂
A head turner if not a heart-breaker, then and now. And no doubt, for years to come 🙂
~ JR
ps: This post is the start of TDC’s built-up of David’s Pre-Idol Days. You can see a link at the top header of the site. So watch out for more flashback features.
More Disney connections for David eh? Enjoy the pix!
Aw!! JR Amazing find!! Especially love the look on the blond gal while listening to David sing!! 🙂
Didn’t realize ’til recently that you were a fan back in the Star Search days 🙂 Bless your heart!!
Thanks so much for posting this, jackryan! Reminds me of when he sang for Kelly Clarkson earlier in life; he blows people away when he sings! Such great experience for him then to sing for these people. I remember Jump5; I think my daughter knew of them. She was 15 at this time.
Would love to hear audio of this. I’m sure someone recorded it (hopes!).
Dear Martha & Heidi -- you are both welcome 🙂 If there was an audio of this, it will have to be with Jeff cos I think he was the one taking the pix 🙂
Let’s hope!
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THE HOLLYWOOD REPORT:
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July
‘GLAD’ ALL OVER: Holiday albums usually don’t go to No. 1 in July. So season seven runner-up David Archuleta may have made chart history this week, as Glad Christmas Tidings, a Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra release that features the vocals of the American Idol alum, re-enters the Classical Catalog Albums chart in the top spot.
The album also debuts at No. 25 on the Top Internet Albums chart and moves up 10-9 on the Christian Catalog Albums chart.
There’s a good reason for the 2011 release suddenly doing so well in the summer of 2013. One internet retailer placed the album on sale, and the discount pricing generated enough sales to prompt the album’s chart moves.
Glad Christmas Tidings gives Archuleta his fifth Billboard No. 1, lifting him out of a four-way tie with Kris Allen, Kellie Pickler and Elliott Yamin, who all have four chart-toppers to their credit. This is the 396th No. 1 for the Idol franchise and comes just one week after Phillip Phillips and Mandisa added three more chart-topping titles to that total.
MORE AT:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/idol-worship/american-idol-charts-david-archuleta-593451
Woo Hoo Marlie 🙂 Love seeing this report 🙂 Proud and happy for David!!!
Also twitter Thank you to fans from Team Archie:)
good time to stock up for Christmas gifts !!
@DavidArchie
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July’ http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/idol-worship/american-idol-charts-david-archuleta-593451 … Thank you Archies! (TeamArchie)
Thanks MARLIE for the link! From the same report 🙂
Knowing how much of a chart junkie David is, this will surely make him smile at the very least.
@idolsnow
DAVID ARCHULETA earns his 5th #Billboard No. 1 (and the 396th for #Idol). The Hollywood Reporter: http://tiny.cc/DA1 @DavidArchie
Loving all the media buzz!
@MusicBizDaily
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July http://dlvr.it/3jWVrk
@Z100FMmanila
#MusicNews: ‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July http://fb.me/28lYbFZKp
@dreamdthforum
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@JasontheScott
.@AmericanIdol’s #1 chart total comes to 396 as David Archuleta’s album w Tabernacle Choir hits the top ► http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/idol-worship/american-idol-charts-david-archuleta-593451 … #Idol
@AmericIdol24x7
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July – Hollywood Reporter http://dlvr.it/3jWlKL
@EmpireMediaCntr
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@TrendStyleDaily
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July Special pricing on the season seven … http://bit.ly/169pkHh
@iTalentGroup
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July http://bit.ly/169pkHh
@MormonTabChoir 2h
Thanks to our fans who helped us top the charts once again w/ “Glad Christmas Tidings” featuring @DavidArchie http://bit.ly/11k4va7 #MoTab
@Music_newsnow
‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July http://dlvr.it/3jXQdR
@MerryXmasRadio
David Archuleta’s Christmas CD Goes Gold…in July! http://wp.me/p2XT0T-aF
My Merry Christmas @netxmas
David Archuleta’s Christmas CD Goes Gold…in July!: The Hollywood Reporter has just released a story indicating… http://bit.ly/14fzCAt
The UCW Radio Show @UCWNews
#UCWRadio ‘American Idol’ on the Charts: For David Archuleta, It’s Christmas in July http://dlvr.it/3jVvFS #entertainment #news
@idolsnow
DAVID ARCHULETA has an unexpected #Billboard No. 1. The Hollywood Reporter: http://tiny.cc/DA1 @davidarchie
@FredBronson
My Hollywood Reporter story on David Archuleta’s unexpected #Billboard No. 1: http://tiny.cc/DA1 @davidarchie #Idol
@mlpb3
.@DavidArchie Viral News Chart tracks on social media Hollywood Reporter story about Glad Christmas Tidings charting: http://www.viralnewschart.com/ShowLink.aspx?linkId=4555097 …
@NOW979
Still on his mission but selling albums! Way to go David! http://fb.me/3bKjvvA6w
@idolsnow
DAVID ARCHULETA earns his 5th #Billboard No. 1 (and the 396th for #Idol). The Hollywood Reporter: http://tiny.cc/DA1 @DavidArchie
@kariontour
Remembering the last time I was in San Francisco was with David and we had a day off and went to Alcatraz. #goodtimes rel="nofollow ugc"> …
Been reading The David Chronicles for several years now, but have never ventured in the “Pre -- Idol Days” tab. This is a whole new story for me. Funny, you would think by now us fans have discovered everything about David, but there always something new being discovered all the time. Just like the newest version of “Heaven”. Fun! 😀
CUTTER! Glad that you like TDC’s bits & pieces of surprises 🙂 I think I have some more materials in the back burner.
I wish I could have more time to write. Been quite busy in the workplace. I have not even returned to completing my 2009 YT channel (JRforDA09)
Hi cutter!!!
There is so much detail collected about David across all the sites, I can’t imagine anyone else with this much info about them at only 23. 🙂