[WhiteRob]

Paul Colman, former frontman and founding member of Aussie band Paul Colman Trio, recently announced his plans to pursue a solo career. The news has been well-received by pc3 fans nationwide, as Colman continues to move forward with numerous high-profile projects and performances.

The demand for Colman’s music has been unaffected by his decision to go solo. Currently, he is featured on WOW Worship (Red), the latest installment from this best-selling series, singing “I Love You Lord.” He also recorded the song “I’m So Blue” for Forefront Records’ compilation Veggie Rocks!, in stores March 9. Most recently, Colman contributed a modern version of the traditional hymn “Amazing Grace” for inclusion on an upcoming worship compilation from Nashville-based label Waterfront Records.

Next month, the charismatic crooner will make his first solo appearance at an industry convention. On the itinerary for Gospel Music Week 2004 are media interviews as well as participation in select events. Colman will co-host and perform at a late night showcase hosted by outreach organization World Vision. In addition, he will sit on the “Hear My Heart” panel, a MAPS seminar that provides an informal time for artists to share about their lives.

Furthermore, Colman’s calendar is booked with live shows during the spring and summer months. This June, he will play an acoustic set for more than 80,000 expected at legendary evangelist Billy Graham’s “Heart of America” crusade in Kansas City, Mo. Among the many additional arenas Paul Colman devotees can hear their favorite artist is mainstage at Crossover Festival, Atlanta Fest, Creation Festival East, Summer Blast, Creation Festival West, Inside Out SoulFest, Kingdom Bound and Rock the Universe at Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla. For a complete list of Paul Colman events, visit: www.paulcolman.com.

Paul Colman has achieved phenomenal success during his short time on America’s contemporary Christian music scene. Colman’s enormously popular band, Paul Colman Trio, boasts such accolades as opening slot on Third Day’s 2002 “Come Together” tour, two No. 1 American radio singles, recognition as one of 2002’s Top 10 Breakthrough Artists of the Year by Radio & Records, a 2003 GRAMMY nomination for Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album (New Map of the World), a 2003 Dove Award nod for Pop/Contemporary Album (New Map of the World) and the Gospel Music Association’s coveted title of New Artist of the Year. The band’s fall 2003 project, One, also released to critical acclaim. This week, its track “Big Blue Planet,” claimed the No. 1 spot on TRAA, Australia’s Christian radio chart.