Since the band's establishment during college, Barefoot Truth has been developing this signature sound that has virally spread through a grassroots following. With their lead singer on drums, and an array of unlikely roots-based instrumentation, the band translates their originality to their ever-evolving live show. The quintet features Will Evans on lead vocals and drums, John Waynelovich on piano, Jay Driscoll on Weissenborn slide guitar, Andy Wrba on upright bass, and Garrett Duffy on harmonica. It is not unlikely for members of the band to switch instruments mid-show, or even begin playing a didjeridoo, adding to the dynamic of the band's sound.
Mixing a strong environmental message with the lofty theme of humankind's interconnectedness on their 2010 studio album 'Threads', Barefoot Truth reached #21 on the iTunes Rock Charts, momentarily stepping ahead of bands such as Dave Matthews Band and The Fray. The new disc was noted as "The best independently released album of 2010" by ThisIsModern. Barefoot Truth happily credits Pandora Radio for their crucial role in growing the band’s silent army of listeners, as Driscoll recently stated in a USA Today article, "Pandora has basically created an avenue for us to have a career in music".
Since taking the band 'full-time' in 2007, after finishing college, Barefoot Truth has earned spotlight attention on many levels, including an invitation to play at President Obama's pre-debate rally in New York, where they performed between Bruce Hornsby and Crosby and Nash. They were asked to lend several songs from their new album 'Threads' to the internationally acclaimed film 'Nature Propelled', in addition to scoring original music for the film. Barefoot Truth also lent their song 'Threads' to the video game 'Rock Band' (MTV Games). The band has also made appearances at major festivals such as Summerfest, 10,000 Lakes Festival, and FloydFest, in addition to tallying over 100 college and prepschool performances in the Northeast. Fans of Barefoot Truth can be confident that the quiet success of this small band will grow increasingly louder, one listener at a time...
Eagle Front
Barefoot Truth Lyrics
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I got love, love for music
I spread love, love for music
I got love, love for music
I got love, love for music
I got love, love for music
People can't live without this
People can't move without this
Can't make love without this
Without music
You can't make peace without this
Or rise to your feet beside this
You can't find truth within your soul
Without music
Chorus:
Well we believe, yeah
That this rhythm will carry us on
As a river flow as the sun beat down
We arrive at common ground
And we believe, yeah
In the rhythm and beauty of soul
So hold on, hold on
Let your body catch up to us now
People can't wake without this
People can't shake without this
You can't make love without this
Without music
You can't make peace without this
Or rise to your feet beside this
You can't find love within your soul
Without music
Chorus
Woah oh woah oh woah oh oh
I got so much affection
I should start a collection
That provides me protection from the negative energy
It floods my desires, sets apart little liars
When I'm dropping in on something that I wouldn't normally
Controls my emotion
All my love and devotion
Brother Sky, Mother Ocean, keep watching over me
Lose your body control
I'm letting you know
It sets a fire in my soul and I'm setting it free
Woah oh woah oh woah oh oh
The lyrics to Barefoot Truth's song Eagle Front are a celebration of music and its power to bring people together. The chorus declares a belief in the ability of rhythm and beauty to unite us, like a river flowing and the sun beating down. The verses further emphasize this point by stating that people can't live, move, or make love without music. Music is portrayed as essential for finding truth in one's soul and making peace.
The second half of the song delves further into the personal impact of music on the songwriter. He asserts that music provides him with love and protection from negativity, floods his desires, and sets a fire in his soul. The references to Brother Sky and Mother Ocean add a spiritual dimension to the lyrics, suggesting that music can connect us not just to each other but to the natural world as well. Overall, Eagle Front is an ode to the power of music to uplift and inspire us.
Line by Line Meaning
I got love, love for music
The singer deeply appreciates music and loves it.
I spread love, love for music
The singer shares his love for music with others, trying to show music's importance.
People can't live without this
The writer feels music has a very important place in people's lives.
People can't move without this
Music has the power to inspire people to action or movement.
Can't make love without this
Music has the ability to enhance the experience of love, deepening emotions felt and shared between individuals.
You can't make peace without this
Music has the power to bring people together, promoting unity and peace.
Or rise to your feet beside this
Music can help people feel more empowered and motivated to take on challenges.
You can't find truth within your soul
Music allows individuals to connect with their inner thoughts and feelings, finding the truth about themselves.
Without music
Music is an essential part of life and should not be overlooked.
Well we believe, yeah
The singer believes music is essential and impactful.
That this rhythm will carry us on
The rhythm of the music will motivate and inspire individuals.
As a river flow as the sun beat down
Music flows effortlessly and can be as powerful and necessary as the sun's warmth and light.
We arrive at common ground
Music has the power to bring people together.
In the rhythm and beauty of soul
The beauty of music comes from its ability to touch the soul.
So hold on, hold on
Don't give up on music, it's essential to life and always helpful.
Let your body catch up to us now
Let yourself be fully present within the music's energy and feelings.
I got so much affection
The singer has a strong love and admiration for music.
I should start a collection
The singer collects music, showing its importance to him.
That provides me protection from the negative energy
Music has therapeutic power, helping individuals cope with negative energy and emotions.
It floods my desires, sets apart little liars
Music allows the singer to be in touch with his true desires and see through dishonesty.
When I'm dropping in on something that I wouldn't normally
Music inspires new experiences and perspectives the singer wouldn't normally consider.
Controls my emotion
Music has the power to influence our emotions and thoughts.
All my love and devotion
The singer is deeply committed to music and loves it.
Brother Sky, Mother Ocean, keep watching over me
The singer believes in the natural world and its alignment with the beauty of music.
Lose your body control
Music has the power to move the body and inspire physical actions/responses.
I'm letting you know
The singer wants to make it clear that the power of music is real and important.
It sets a fire in my soul and I'm setting it free
Music has the power to ignite the singer's passion and creativity.
Woah oh woah oh woah oh oh
These sounds are playful and playful, helping to express the joy and fun of music's power.
Contributed by Xavier T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.