Jonas Brothers

For Jonas Brothers, the last year has been all whirlwind, all the time. Yet somehow, on the road to becoming a pop culture phenomenon, the trio never broke a sweat – other than on the stage, giving their all, and living their dream. If anything, Jonas Brothers have embodied the calm within the storm. And since the release of their 2007 self-titled platinum CD, Kevin, Joe and Nick have used their time wisely. As they prove on their new CD, A Little Bit Longer, Jonas Brothers have grown exponentially as songwriters, musicians and recording artists.

“The lyrical content has gotten more in-depth,” says Nick Jonas of the new album. “It’s about who we are as people and our personal lives, things we’ve gone through in the past 12 months.” That year was about much more than simply handling a media frenzy with grace and humour. The brothers also took stock of themselves. In the new album’s 12 songs – all written by Jonas Brothers – they put their feelings on the line, while still rocking the house as only they can.

Produced by John Fields (with Jon Lind and Kevin Jonas, Sr., serving as executive producers), A Little Bit Longer covers much musical and emotional ground, kicking off with the joyful jam BB Good. Says Joe of the track, “It’s a big sing-along song, and it’s fun.” The funky and danceable debut single, Burnin’ Up, keeps the party going, with Big Rob, the brothers’ hefty security guard, rapping midtrack. “It’s about this girl,” adds Joe. “Maybe she’s at a party, and you feel that immediate connection. You both know it’s there.”

Though relentlessly upbeat, most songs on A Little Bit Longer explore star-crossed standoffs and missed romantic opportunities. Songs like Shelf, the hard-rocking Pushin’ Me Away and One Man Show survey love’s unequal playing field, bad break-ups and the defiant isolation that follows. “Shelf is one my favourite songs on the record,” says Nick. “Basically, it’s about a girl that has a gallery of hearts.”

Other songs take a light-hearted look at the craziness of fame and fortune. Video Girl paints a portrait of the shallow wannabees dotting the entertainment landscape, while Lovebug starts out as a sweet-tempered acoustic love song before ending up a crashing Queen-like rocker.

Of course, the brothers made sure the album breathes. The power ballad Sorry features classic JB harmonies and an eternal message of forgiveness. But the song that will have people talking is A Little Bit Longer, Nick’s stunning account of his struggle with diabetes. With strings underscoring a plaintive piano/vocal, he sings about his battle. Recalls Nick, “I was having one of those days where I was discouraged. So I went into this empty hotel ballroom and wrote this song.” Adds brother Kevin, “Nick sings this song every night and it brings people to tears. It’s amazing.”

A Little Bit Longer will be released in the CDVU+ format, which is made from 100% recyclable materials. The disc features exclusive video performances and interviews, 60 printable photos, complete album lyrics, and downloadable graphics.

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Walt Disney Records proudly presents the soundtrack to the hottest Disney Channel movie of the year! Starring musical superstars the Jonas Brothers plus a whole new cast of musical talent that’s sure to be this summer’s biggest hit.

Camp Rock is a musical that focuses on a teen girl named Mitchie (Demi Lovato) who desperately wants to spend her summer at a rock camp but can only attend if she works in the kitchen as one of the cooks. When she’s overheard (but not seen) singing by teen pop star Shane Gray (Joe Jonas) at the camp, he falls head over heels and sets out to find the girl with the beautiful voice.

The Camp Rock Soundtrack features 12 fun and fantastic songs that kids will want to enjoy agin and again.

Camp Rock will be airing repeatedly on The Family Channel throughout the summer and fall.

The Camp Rock DVD is set top be released on August 19th, 2008.

The Bonus Jonas Edition features the hits S.O.S., Hold On and When You Look Me In The Eyes plus 2 exclusive songs, We Got The Party (Jonas Brothers and Hannah Montana) and Take A Breath!

CD featured in CDVU+ format with 10 exclusive videos, 75 printable photos, lyrics, a personalized poster creator and hidden links. The Bonus Jonas Edition contains 20 brand new and exclusive live photos!

DVD features the full length concert from their sold out show in New York City plus the music videos for S.O.S., Hold On, Kids Of The Future (live) and Year 3000! DVD runs for approximately 50 minutes.

The Jonas Brothers kick off their summer “Burning Up” tour in Toronto with a sold out show at the Molson Amphitheatre on July 4th. See YourMusicZone conert listings for full details.

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Matching songbook to the 2007 sophomore release from this New Jersey trio of teen siblings.

Features all 14 songs from the album arranged in the popular Piano/Vocal/Guitar format.

The Jonas Brothers have been on a long road to stardom already, and with the oldest of the three brothers only at the tender age of 18, you know these kids mean business.

The album contains 2 Top 5 hits on Radio Disney with Year 3000 and Kids Of The Future which also has a video from the animated movie “Meet The Robinsons”.

Hold On was featured on the Disney Channel movie “Johnny Kapohala” which broadcast on Family Channel on June 8th.