P.O.D. Update

When asked about how things were working out with "New Guy" Jason Truby, drummer Wuv gushes: "Jason Truby's been a blessing from God, man ever since the get-go for us. When we were touring with Sacrifice, we actually broke down in Little Rock one time and him and his wife put us up for a week. That's when we really got a chance to know him. Back in those days, Marcos and him would always jam out. At that time he was also kinda wanting to do a change in his musical style. He was always down with Living Sacrifice, but you could tell he just wanted to kinda branch away from that - the real, real heavy stuff. So, we always talked about that kinda stuff. Back in the day, we even considered having him as a fifth member. Even Marcos was like, 'Hey man. If we ever have another guitar player, I'd want it to be Truby.' So, we've always kinda known that in the back of our minds. When this all went down, when Marcos left, it was like, all three of us at different times said to management, 'I wonder if we call Truby up...' We didn't even know if he was living anymore! Once we did that, it all worked out on his end.

"The first thing he did was fly out to Los Angeles and cut the Matrix track with us. Right from the start, it was something a little different for him. It put him in kind of a weird situation. Because it wasn't no small-time thing, or nothing. It was like, 'By the way, we're gonna start writing for the Matrix track. (laughs) It was kinda weird for him, but right from the get, it was like God just had His hand on the whole thing. He has slowly but surely knitting our hearts together - musically, spiritually, everything. He's been here in San Diego for the past 3 months with his wife and daughter. The chemistry's been beautiful. It's been fun to play with him and write this album with him."

The band is rejoicing that songwriting is happening the same way it has been. "We just get together and pray, asking God to inspire us and help us have a good time and let us have fun.' And then we start jamming out. We'll start fiddling around with some riffs, and that kinda turns into a verse and it just keeps on piling after that. Most of the time we try not to leave the session without one dope song. That's basically how P.O.D.'s always done it. We take that and dump it into Pro-Tools and burn a disc of it and try to get it to Sonny as quickly as possible, so he can start feeling the lyrical tip."

The band is hooked up in a rehearsal space next to the warehouse for their clothing sponsors, Tribal Clothing, and right next to a body shop with a bunch of low-riders, and a tattoo artist. "There's this mad, street flavor vibe. We'll come out when we're tired, and everybody will be out barbecuing, designing shirts, doing tattoos, putting hydraulics on low-rider cars. It's crazy!"

By the time this issue hits, everyone will have seen the video for "Sleeping Awake," as well as The Matrix Reloaded movie but the timing of all this was perfect for the band. "The whole thing has been fun. Not to get on the Marcos thing or nothing, but after you've been in a band with the same four guys for 13 years, it's kind of like, you just wait to play a new riff with your new guy to kind of close that chapter. Once we did that and wrote that song, it was kinda like the moving on process. That was straight fun. Doing the video was the same. Not to say that we've gotten jaded to making videos or nothing, but it was exciting seeing Jason and allhis excitement for the first time... It's refreshing to see someone come in and have a good time and it for the first time at that level."

New sound?
"With Jason, it's definitely not 'Living Sacrifice slash P.O.D.' It's heavy, but it's a combination of beautiful notes. With Jason, he's a very schooled guitar player. He knows everything about guitar - whether it be theory or whatever it is. He's a musical genius when it comes to knowing that kind of stuff. When his playing meets with ours, he plays a lot of notes, man, and a lot of his riffs. It's real full
sounding but at the same time, there's a lot of beautiful picking involved. For us, we're getting older and our audience is growing with us, so it's important that our music grows along with our maturity as band members. We're just trying to make that transition into not doing a Part 3 or Part 4 of P.O.D. record. We're trying to grow to make it beautiful but at the same time heavy. Just not trying to do the same thing. I think Jason helped us in that process, because even if we had Marcos in the band, we'd still be trying to get to that level - to recreate ourselves but no so much that people are like, 'Dude! You guys just totally flipped it on us.' It's all about trying to make those changes gradually and make 'em just mature with your music. Jason kind of made it come quicker, because he is a different player and he does come from a different style and he does have a different technique and he does have different people that he looks up to in music, so he brings his whole different thing. It made us get to that next level. With 'Sleeping Awake,' you can tell a little bit. It just kinda went to the next level."

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The P.O.D article is just awsome. I am thankful for a band like P.O.D out there spreading the gospel. I hope more bands can get the chance of what P.O.D has done.
Posted by: Matt Tompkins on June 17, 2003 07:51 PM

Its good to see POD doing so well with Jason at the helm.. its good to read such an informative article with so little news about POD being released right now.. good job guys! Pete Graham - Brisbane Australia
Posted by: Pete Graham on June 18, 2003 03:22 AM

What a great article! Thanks HM!!
Posted by: Brian Overton on June 18, 2003 08:37 AM

its about time that a band talks about positive things and not suicide. jesus rules
Posted by: kristian on June 18, 2003 10:56 AM

P.O.D. rocks. I am so glad to see them doing well. I can't wait till thenew album comes out Nov. 4. I'll e one of the first to cop it!!!
Posted by: RayRay on June 18, 2003 12:08 PM

Great article on P.O.D. Wuv does well in representing himself and his bandmates, as well as their ministry in praise of God. I wish them the best always; can't wait to hear the new album; and I welcome Jason aboard. God bless them all! Thanks HM!
Posted by: Claudette on June 18, 2003 01:30 PM

thanks for posting tis HM!!! Great article, and great info about the best band, and most important band in the world. God is going to do great thing with these four talented men this year, and the years to come. Keep up the coverage on POD...... God bless
Posted by: Josh on June 18, 2003 01:41 PM

I think not to many people know how the guys are dealing with jason truby being the new member and im glad people like you guys bring that insight peace.
Posted by: Erik on June 18, 2003 04:00 PM

Good to see P.O.D. still putting their faith in God, though they have had some trials, good work HM! Jah Bless!
Posted by: InfaredYeti on June 18, 2003 04:09 PM

this is a great article........P.o.D is the best band i eva heard...but somehow i still want MARCoS to come back!!! Jason is cool and all but still it feels empty without him....... well P.O.D fo life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: DANIEL CRUZ on June 18, 2003 09:35 PM

this is a great article. Wuv give awesome answers to tough questions always. I'm glad to hear that Marcos always liked Jason and that he said if we ever add another guitar i want Truby. Me and Jason are close. and i've been praying about how Marcos was going to take this whole thing(not to get back on that) but it's great to hear that they were buddys i hope they still can be. i'd be awesome to here those two monstars rocking it out together. anyway that's my take. Jah Bless!
Posted by: Dave Roberts on June 19, 2003 10:07 AM

This was a really cool article!! Hey, if they sound this great on Sleeping Awake and that was just their first song with Jason, then you just know they're gonna do an awesome job on their new album. God Bless!
Posted by: Jordan on June 19, 2003 03:07 PM

P.O.D. the best Christian band ever to sign with a mainstream label knows how to rock the world. Now with Jason at the guitar will sound even more heavier. dont ferget who gave u this gift and continue to praise him and put out positive work love ya guys
Posted by: Dempsey Henry on June 19, 2003 05:14 PM

Very impressed with the interview, nice to see some butt kicking Christian music out there. The guys are so cool and sincere about their faith, an inspiration for all of us!! God bless P.O.D. and God Bless Marcos!!!
Posted by: Craig Walker on June 19, 2003 05:33 PM

Everytime I read about this band in any article, I feel truly amazed and impressed with Wuv on how he so honestly represents P.O.D. with soooo much pride and passion. His sincerity emanates from his words and he just knows how blessed he is. The bands fans feel their vibe, catch on to it, and create and pass on a P.O.D. chain reaction of spirituality, unity and passion. Thank you God and P.O.D. for starting the chain. May it never die.
Posted by: Michele on June 20, 2003 12:25 AM

i just wanna comment on the blessing it is 2 have a band like P.O.D. out there speaking THE WORD and encouraging the youth 2 get 2 know GOD.i know theyve inspired me alot , im a christian musician , and it takes alot of faith 2 rep 4 christ and be around the secular crowd that doesnt wanna listen 2 the gospel. so 2 the guys of P.O.D. , if u get a chance 2 read this , keep it up .. us new comers really appreciate u guys out there 2 pave the way 4 us ... much love and respect !!!!!!!
Posted by: elusive silence on June 20, 2003 12:26 AM

and marcos we still support u brotha !!!!!!!
Posted by: elusive silence on June 20, 2003 12:31 AM

Being in a Christian band isn't a right, but it is a privilage. P.O.D. is an awesome inspiration. A person can scream, jump up and down with their hair on fire all they want, but what we have to remember is that it is our integrity in the Lord is what will speak volumes. I'm so glad that Wuv made such a point of that. God bless you guys!!!
Posted by: LoPhat on June 20, 2003 01:43 AM

Being in a Christian band isn't a right, but it is a privilage. P.O.D. is an awesome inspiration. A person can scream, jump up and down with their hair on fire all they want, but what we have to remember is that it is our integrity in the Lord is what will speak volumes. I'm so glad that Wuv made such a point of that. God bless you guys!!!
Posted by: LoPhat on June 20, 2003 01:43 AM

i am in a christian band called SEED doin the secular thing like POD, we are less than a year old, but we pray that we would be able to have a similar impact as POD, if not more, thanks for an awesome example, and a great article JAH BLESS
Posted by: Babyseal on June 20, 2003 06:35 AM

Hey, thanks to everyone @ HM that made this article possible. I'm a P.O.D. Warrior, so it's real nice when I get to read an article of this quality about the guys. It meant a lot to hear from Wuvy again. So thanx... x Jah Warriors SA, TX represent x
Posted by: Angela on June 20, 2003 02:20 PM

Every cloud has a silver lining, or so they say! POD shine brightly in an industry of darkness, inspiring others worldwide to take a stand and do the same...Much respect! God bless u guys.
Posted by: Phil on June 20, 2003 08:26 PM

Hey! It's Great to see the Jah-Rockers Tearin up some new Tunes! I cant Wait to Hear the New Stuff!!! I can't tell you how much POD has strengthened me on how to live my life...as Christian and as a beginning guitar Player..they've shown me that you can be into Secualr Music and Still Hang w/ Jah at the same time...THANK YOU GUYS... Jah Bless- One Love! <3 +
Posted by: Matt Schorr on June 20, 2003 09:58 PM

Yeah** P.o.D rocks! I wish they would do a straight ahead hard-core progressive metal mix on this new cd--heavier,fastier...like korn meets pantera meets old school punk...with some reggae beats in the mix ahh yeah..jah jammin' rockin' the house all night long! chillin' cats!
Posted by: da on June 23, 2003 02:08 AM

P.O.D. is my favourite band. I think that they`re the coollest band in the whole world with the most important message of the whole universe.Thanks HM for the article. God Bless Argentina
Posted by: Fabricio on June 24, 2003 06:41 PM

It's so awesome to hear P.O.D. giving credit to God and giving the glory to him. I've never doubted them, but there's some people out there that aren't sure whether or not the felas in P.O.D. are christians. Anyway, it's good to hear that they really do have God in their lives and I love them for that!
Posted by: Dale on June 27, 2003 01:12 AM

Im happy to see the P.O.D. is going back to kind of like they were be for with like brown and sunff the punk. those were two great cds. Im happy to hear there going to have Payable on Death on the cd instead of P.O.D. i cant wait fot the new cd to come out. I also hope that blind-side can win the band Papa Roach to the lord that would be a great thing. This cd is going to be a great step for them and i hope it's in the the right way (i know it is) i hope that this cd will get more people from my church in the P.O.D. so that they can see and hear i have i have seen and hear. Jah (God) bless every one.
Posted by: mike on June 27, 2003 01:05 PM

The first time I saw Payable on Death was probably just shortly after the band formed. In fact, Trea hadn't joined yet and the bassist was a guy by the name of Sean. I was a death metal kid and really couldn't figure out why this punk band was rapping. I didn't like it. In the next six months I must have seen tham more than a half dozen times. I fell in love with P.O.D. because of the message. I remember them playing with Mortification in S.D. and there was a fight outside. Sonny spoke up and all I remember are the words "no compermise". This changed the direction of my life. The ministry that P.O.D. has done influenced me to the point that I now am in full time ministry hangin' with jr.highers. I don't know if the guys would ever recognize me again (& i'll miss marcos), but God used them, and I pray he continues. Pray for P.O.D. that the uncompermising message would hit Christians where they need it, and draw non-Christians to Jesus. Thank you.
Posted by: Jeff on June 27, 2003 07:35 PM

I love P.O.D.s music. God has os blessed you guys. Have almost all your music some of its hard to come by though. God bless.Jesse
Posted by: Jesse Botkil on June 27, 2003 09:39 PM

Am I the only one who thinks it's suspicious that POD isn't saying anything about the fact that Marcos claims to have been kicked out of POD in contradiction to them stating he left? Why won't they address it? Sounds a little like conspiracy to me.
Posted by: Mike on June 27, 2003 10:08 PM

dude,god bless
Posted by: Kristan on June 30, 2003 03:13 AM

P.O.D. is an awesome band. Hopefully they will continue to grow musically and spiritually. It's great to have a band like them to "preach" to this generation the way they do. The article was really informative. I can't wait fot the realease of the new album. Rock on P.O.D.!
Posted by: Zack Loving on July 1, 2003 03:12 PM

There was a comment earlier that said P.O.D. is the greatest Christian Band around. But to put a small correction P.O.D is the Greatest Band Period! I know that there are struggles but with all the prayers that are shouted out. Jesus will continue to Bless them and Lift them Up! Just Please come Play in Colorado More often!!!!! Much Love. Rueben P.S The article was Awesome!
Posted by: Rueben Leon on July 2, 2003 01:41 PM

There was a comment earlier that said P.O.D. is the greatest Christian Band around. But to put a small correction P.O.D is the Greatest Band Period! I know that there are struggles but with all the prayers that are shouted out. Jesus will continue to Bless them and Lift them Up! Just Please come Play in Colorado More often!!!!! Much Love. Rueben P.S The article was Awesome!
Posted by: Rueben Leon on July 2, 2003 01:41 PM

I love P.O.D.s sound!!! But do you think you guys could lighten up on some of the yelling, down to like none. Some times it can realy ruin a song. Anyways, keep feedi'n me the music and the message. Well, i guess thats the way that the story goes, will it ever make sense? Somebodys gotta no. Keep the feel reel and all us jah jah warriors will keep fighten the right fight. GOD BLESS YA'L!
Posted by: jay-rod on July 2, 2003 05:23 PM

I've met Marcos and his beautiful wife, and I hope to Jah, that all fans out there are praying for them. Marcos is someone that will not be replaced....... period.... Who would replace Carlos Santana? No one. (by the way, did'nt Carlos jam with Carlos on his last C.D?) No disrespect to the new guy, but it is a crying shame to not have the unbelievable moody strings of Carlos that is the threads in every song. God bless you Sonny and all at P.O.D, looking forward to what Marcos has in store. big fans, SJ/Sj
Posted by: scott and steph on July 3, 2003 03:46 AM

I've met Marcos and his beautiful wife, and I hope to Jah, that all fans out there are praying for them. Marcos is someone that will not be replaced....... period.... Who would replace Carlos Santana? No one. (by the way, did'nt Carlos jam with Carlos on his last C.D?) No disrespect to the new guy, but it is a crying shame to not have the unbelievable moody strings of Carlos that is the threads in every song. God bless you Sonny and all at P.O.D, looking forward to what Marcos has in store. big fans, SJ/Sj
Posted by: scott and steph on July 3, 2003 03:46 AM

I've met Marcos and his beautiful wife, and I hope to Jah, that all fans out there are praying for them. Marcos is someone that will not be replaced....... period.... Who would replace Carlos Santana? No one. (by the way, did'nt Carlos jam with Carlos on his last C.D?) No disrespect to the new guy, but it is a crying shame to not have the unbelievable moody strings of Carlos that is the threads in every song. God bless you Sonny and all at P.O.D, looking forward to what Marcos has in store. big fans, SJ/Sj
Posted by: scott and steph on July 3, 2003 03:47 AM

I`m a very big fam of P.O.D. and I know that they are a big bless for many people while they are listening to their music....and I remember that when Marcos leaved P.O.D. I started to cry but I know that now with JAson they are going to start a new road of blesses and great moments in God hands....... be blessed.... Carina Sánchez 17 years old Uruguay
Posted by: Carina Sánchez on July 3, 2003 08:34 AM

great band , matrix II was kool , some parts were diffrent than exepted. but i really enojyed pod summer .
Posted by: Jeremy page on July 4, 2003 10:39 PM

Fala meu povo!! eu queria expressar minha admiração muito grande pelo P.O.D, sou do Brasil e conheci o eles por acaso e meu foi a primeira coisa que eu gostei foi que eles se rendiam de verdade aos pes de JESUS, e creio que DEUS tem uma grande visão pra esse grupo, mais o importante é perseverar e confiar em DEUS, pois é ELE que nos dá força para viver nesse mundo destruido!! Que DEUS continue abençoando vcs e que ELE seja o unico em suas vidas aquele que pode dar a vitoria pra vcs, um grande abraço !! Seeya brothers , god bless !!! Jesus is love Jesus is Saviour!!!
Posted by: Ivan de Freitas on July 5, 2003 05:33 AM

P.o.d. is da best (have to say that) cant w8 till the new cd comes out nov,4 just to say, i hope it isnt to heavy on the guitar but with p.o.d. it always works out,i also like how they are CHRISTIANS!! GOD bless
Posted by: Vance on July 6, 2003 05:59 PM

P.O.D is one of my favorite bands right now. i've seen them and met them several times, and everytime i see the m or even read about them, it reminds me of who i am in Christ Jesus, and i know there's millions more like me, so... lets keep them up in our prayers as well as for the rest of the new-bands rising,, blinside,pillar, project86,underoath, and more to come if we continue to support them.lets keep it real. p.s-STRYPER still rox!!!
Posted by: frank on July 7, 2003 12:54 AM

I absolutly love POD...they have inspired me in so many ways...POD has been my favorite band because they r strong believers in Christ and they can witness to other bands that may not know that Christ loves them and they can even witness to the fans...keep up the good work...congradulations Jason...well Peace Out and God Bless.
Posted by: Kyle Daniels on July 7, 2003 11:30 PM

God is using P.O.D. I remember before anyone knew who they were. A friend of mine told me "man check out this band." I said " are they any good?" he let me hear a few songs, I went to get the cd. I let my girlfriend listen to it. I said to myself, "This is a great band, great music, God is going to use them." I had no Idea that God would use them in this way! Keep up the good work guys! You have been blessed with each other. Jason will be awesome. - I will be praying, - Jah Jah Warrior!!! Chris
Posted by: Chris on July 7, 2003 11:52 PM

Im an active forums user on southtown, and the pod/uk forum. This is definatly a wonderful article as I know all the others on these forums would agree. I was worried about the band during the break up wondering if the devil had had his way, but I continued to pray lifting the boys up in prayer. I just asked the Lord for his will to be done, and that accountability would always be a part of thier ministry. Well praise the Lord for His promises are yes and Amen. Just want to do a shout out to Shea aka Songsinger and Caroline aka blindfaith princess both members of the UK boards. Peace up Yo and BE BLESSED.
Posted by: agapepro on July 9, 2003 12:02 AM

pod rocks. im glad they still have there faith after all these years. im glad that they stilllove God and put him as the ceter of their music. it is awesome that there is someone out there spreadin the word that so many of us are so afraid to get up and say. im glad that they keep going spreading their love of God and Jesus Christ to the world. peace out all. praise God in the highest.
Posted by: jed on July 11, 2003 01:07 AM

great great article, was wondering how they doin after marcos left, God is truly awesome, keep spreadin the word, peace out ya'll
Posted by: rlbig on July 12, 2003 10:00 PM

WHOA! This is the most outstanding and extensive POD interview of the year... I like how the boys said about those things evolving around them, about their mission, about their status, etc etc. They're going to get bigger and bigger!
Posted by: True-Gossiper on July 13, 2003 04:44 AM

I got to go see P.O.D. back in 1999 at cornerstone festival. It was awesome. i was not really in to christian music back then but it all changed after i saw them and what they did. if i remember they were singing "southtown" and Sunny i guess notice some one hurt so he stop the show and prayed for the guy that was hurt. we just hung out and prayed till the medics got there and then he finished the show. i just want the members of P.O.D. to know that if it wasn't for them i would still be in to the same crap that i was back in1999.
Posted by: David blanton on July 16, 2003 09:06 AM

P.O.D. has got to be one of the only bands that are willing to preach their cause and live it. I am so impressed with their lives and the words they speak through their music and their interviews. As a youth pastor, i have no problem promoting P.O.D. to students in my group and even explaining who they are to paretns. Thank you P.O.D. for staying true.
Posted by: strapes on July 17, 2003 12:03 PM

P.O.D. is a one in a million band in an ocean of Christian bands who will never get promoted into the secular music level. If they continue to bring the passion to the table and depend fully on God, we will see unbelievable things happen. My prayer is that they will not compromise their morality along the way and stay faithful to their purpose. My two young sons are crazy about this band but not as much as their father is! To all Warriors and from Iowa with Love....
Posted by: T-Force on July 20, 2003 11:59 AM

Yes! P.O.O é uma banda Cristã e manda um som muito bom. Eu curto muito ... Aqui no Brasil o som desses caras é bastante ouvido, fico feliz em saber que a banda esta se voltando mais para Cristo em suas Letras...Um abraço a todos os guerreiros! be blessed.....ronan
Posted by: Ronan on July 24, 2003 10:11 AM

Great Article! P.O.D. is the best band and they are great men of God! Keep up the good work HM!
Posted by: Jah_Warrior77 on July 29, 2003 11:51 AM

To everyone of P.O.D. I thank you for showin me what good music is like, You have changed my life forever and i will always remember when you came to Tulsa. greatest concert ever and Blindside was amasing,but pheonix tx ... i didnt like them too much . they had some good beats but they threw the F bomb around. I am glad that Jason Truby was found . i would hate for P.O.D. to crumble. And one day my band will tour with Payable on Death for 2003 and then some .. Rock on..and stay true dolla bill yall
Posted by: Jason on August 2, 2003 02:15 PM

keep going POD, God bless
Posted by: Robinson on August 8, 2003 07:29 AM

I love P.O.D. cuz they're for real. It's great having Jason and i'm sure this new stuff is gonna blow our minds up, can't wait till nov. 4th. P.O.D. es la mejor banda del mundo!!!!
Posted by: Claudia (Freedom) on August 12, 2003 11:19 PM

I thank God that POD is around and God is movin on their hearts like that. Cause us teens need a good strong chistian band to give God all the glory. POD are true christians cause of what they stand for and the meaning behind P.O.D. (Payable On Death),I mean come on PEOPLE think about that. But i want to thank My FAV band again for just being soo real and on fire christians that who love God with all thier HEART SOUL AND MIND. I want to get the frist new one that comes out.BUt i will pray for ur fams and stuff.I hope someday i will meet u guys and hangout with u and jam cause i play the drums.If i had a dream it would be to chill with POD for a week and get to know them all the way!!!! and say yes POD is my best friends!!!!!!! SO HM i hope u read this one and make my dream come true.THanks again HM.U guys rock too!!! God Bless Sonny and POD MY FAv band!!!!!!!!!!!! JOSh the drummer dude!!
Posted by: josh Frey on August 13, 2003 02:50 AM

P.O.D. is the best band in the world!!! I love them, their music and everything what they are doing!!!
Posted by: Edith on August 14, 2003 03:16 PM

P.O.D. has definately broken down barriers related to spiritual music. The members are just real people living in the same world as us. They don't need to preach to get there point across. Their music does the talking for them. Christian or not P.O.D. is an incredible, musically talented group of people. Keep it up. JAH-the one and only!
Posted by: Paul on September 30, 2003 04:08 PM

I would like to thank P.O.D. for doing what they are doing. They saved my life. They brought me to Christ. I love music and God new how to find me.Thank you HM.
Posted by: Mikey P. on November 21, 2003 08:59 PM

Pod is a great band with a great sound, there's no one else like them out there. Thanks HM for letting them say what they have to say. I love POD cause u don't have to be a christian to understand what they're saying in their lyrics, and that's what makes them so real. All for Jah!
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