In 2013, Architects parted with Century Media, self-releasing the documentary One Hundred Days: The Story of Architects Almost World Tour and joining Epitaph Records. They released their sixth album Lost Forever // Lost Together through the label in 2014, achieving widespread critical acclaim which has lasted since. Soon after the release of their follow-up All Our Gods Have Abandoned Us in 2016, principal guitarist and songwriter Tom Searle died after three years of living with skin cancer. In September 2017, the band released the single "Doomsday"—the last song that he was working on before his death—and announced Josh Middleton of Sylosis as their new lead guitarist. The single is included on their new album Holy Hell, which was released in November 2018 and is their first written without Searle.
All members of the band are vegan, having turned to veganism after watching several documentaries on the subject. They also promote the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, with Carter being one of its British ambassadors.
2) Architects was a screamo/emo-violence band brought up with members of Austin, Texas' own Toru Okada. Now known as the band Faithealer. Members went on to form, join or were in Body Pressure, Esclavo, Mindless, Askela, Hatred Surge, Chest Pain, Breathing Problem, Captive, Concave / Convex, Country Club, Interior One, Mental Abortion, The Snobs, Total Abuse and White Dog.
3) Architects (also ArchitectsKCMO) is also the name used by a Kansas City Soul Rock band who've released 4 albums (Keys To The Building 2005, Revenge 2006, Vice 2007 and The Hard Way 2009). They were formed from the ashes of Hellcat Records (and later Thick Records) Ska/Pop/Rock band The Gadjits. The Architects sound is a mature version of the later Gadjits material, dropping all ska influence for a Springsteen & The Who sounding rock approach. They are currently signed to Skeleton Crew Records.
To The Death
Architects Lyrics
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The lyrics of "To The Death" by Architects draw on the story of the Trojan War and the famed Trojan Horse. The line "When in Troy, do as the Greeks do" refers to the deception that the Greeks used to enter the city of Troy and ultimately win the war. The singer of the song expresses a willingness to engage in similar tactics of betrayal and violence, urging his comrades to "move in for the kill" and declaring anyone who betrays them to be traitors.
The lines "Burn down the houses, loot all the churches" evoke a sense of destruction and chaos, suggesting a willingness to engage in indiscriminate violence against any perceived enemy. There is a sense of religiosity mixed in as well, with the line "And we found the time to pray, pray that our justice be done, pray by the light of the moon that we're not here." This could be interpreted as a desperate plea for divine intervention or a willingness to seek religious justification for violent acts.
Overall, the lyrics of "To The Death" suggest a willingness to engage in brutal tactics and a cold-hearted approach to conflict. The use of historical references adds a layer of significance and depth to the song's message.
Line by Line Meaning
When In Troy Do as the Greeks do
Follow the tactics of the enemy to gain advantage
This is treacherous
The actions being taken are deceitful and disloyal
This is cold hearted betrayal
The betrayal being committed is done without any remorse or consideration for others
Move in for the kill
Attack with the intention of causing significant damage or harm
And you're all traitors
Anyone who does not follow the same tactics as the artist is considered a traitor
We'll fight them to the death
We will not back down until the fight is won, even if it means sacrificing ourselves
Burn down the houses
Destroy the homes of the enemy
Loot all the churches
Take everything of value from the enemy's religious institutions
And we found the time to pray
Amidst the violence and destruction, the artist still takes a moment to pray
Pray that our justice be done
Ask for divine guidance in achieving what the artist sees as justice
Pray by the light of the moon
Use the natural light of the moon to light their prayers
That we're not here
Hope that they are able to leave this violent situation and avoid being harmed
We'll fight them to the death
Reiteration of the determination to continue fighting until the bitter end
Fight them to the death
Use violence to achieve victory, with no consideration for the consequences
To the death
Final clarification that the singer is willing to die to achieve their goals
When In Troy Do as the Greeks do
Closing statement that serves as a reminder to continue using the enemy's tactics to achieve victory
This is treacherous
Repeat of the earlier warning that the actions being taken are deceitful and disloyal
Move in for the kill
Final rallying cry to attack with full force and determination
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Written by: THOMAS SEARLE
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