(drums) who was later replaced by Aaron Gainer.
After performing no more than 12 live shows, the band recorded a demo and went to New York City where they performed at an industry showcase, where the band encountered some minor difficulties,:"Here we are, our first few hours in New York City," McCoy recalls, "and Kevin is puking in the bathroom and I'm chasing some guy who stole my wallet just a few hours before we play the showcase. It was crazy."After that, the band was signed up by Wind-Up Records. The situation improved once 12 Stones signed with Wind-up and began recording with producer Jay Baumgardner (Papa Roach, Alien Ant Farm), who helped pump up Eric Weaver’s searing guitar solos in the belief that a new guitar hero might be born. Combined with the propulsive rhythm section of Dorr and drummer Aaron Gainer and McCoy’s distinctive lyrics, the 12 Stones sound conveys real emotion with a visceral punch.
The band's eponymous debut album was released in 2002, produced by Jay Baumgardner. They gained more fame when vocalist McCoy performed in Evanescence's song "Bring Me to Life" opposite Amy Lee. The song was included in both Evanescence's album, Fallen and in the Daredevil film soundtrack. McCoy quotes:"Our songs are about some of the really tough times I went through growing up as a kid," McCoy says. "I really wanted to target subjects in our songs that kids going through tough times can relate to and help them get through tough times. It doesn't mean you can’t be angry and the songs powerful. We just want to stream negative energy in a positive way."
In 2004, Kevin Dorr quit the band and touring guitarist Greg Trammell later became an official member.
Their second album, Potter's Field came out in 2004. Both albums were supported with heavy touring. Clint Amereno and then Aaron Hill were brought in to play bass for the shows. After the tour, the band decided to take a break from the band to be with their respective families.
Trammell left prior to the recording of the next album, leaving the band without a second guitarist. After completion of the CD, one of its collaborators, ex-Breaking Point guitarist Justin Rimer, took over this position. The new lineup was later completed with the addition of former Presence bassist DJ Stange.
Their third album, Anthem For The Underdog, was released in 2007. The album is said to be inspired by the effects of Hurricane Katrina on their hometown.
Shortly after the album's release, Stange quit and was replaced by Shawn Wade, formerly of the band Silence Is Broken.
12 Stones released an EP entitled "The Only Easy Day was Yesterday in the summer of 2010. Shortly after its release, the band left Wind-up Records.
After a lengthy search, they found a new home with EMI. EMG's Jacob Capricciuolo said of the latest expansion move of the company, "signing 12 Stones marks a pivotal turn for Executive Music Group to not only continue its established rock success, but to now elevate its presence in Rock to a much broader audience. Myself and VP Jimmy Swan believe 12 Stones has been underrated within the music industry for far to long. We live for radical movements and artists ready to make radical changes within those movements such as 12 Stones. The excitement to work with their amazing talent is more than exhilarating to say the least! It's an honor to have on our roster a group of hard working guys stopping at nothing for global success!"
They entered the studio in the spring of 2011 to record their 4th full length LP. The first single "Bulletproof" from the new album entitled "Only Human" was released on July 11, 2011 to much fanfare.
ADRENALINE
12 Stones Lyrics
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Can't control these feelings anymore
I've waited long enough
I want it more than anyone
It's time to step up and deliver what you wanna see
My blood is pumping, now this is how it's gonna be
It's 45 minutes of love
I'll show you just how far to go
It's time to lose all our control
So feel it
And I can't control these feelings anymore
Believe it
My heart is racing and I can't seem to get enough
Am I dreaming?
Feels like a drug but I know it's adrenaline
Go
Just feel it
Oh my heart is beating faster
My adrenaline reached its limit
I can feel it taking over me
My head is spinning
And it seems like I can hardly breathe
You get a taste
It's like a drug that you don't wanna leave
So if you want it let me see you put your fist in the air
It's 45 minutes of love
I wanna see you push and you shove
I'll show you just how far to go
It's time to lose all our control
So feel it
And I can't control these feelings anymore
Believe it
My heart is racing and I can't seem to get enough
Am I dreaming?
Feels like a drug but I know it's adrenaline
Go
Just feel it
Oh my heart is beating faster
My heart is beating faster
Can't control these feelings anymore
I've waited long enough
I want it more than anyone
It's time to step up and deliver what you wanna see
My blood is pumping, now this is how it's gonna be
So feel it
And I can't control these feelings anymore
Believe it
My heart is racing and I can't seem to get enough
Am I dreaming?
Feels like a drug but I know it's adrenaline
Go
Just feel it
Oh my heart is beating faster
It's 45 minutes of love
My heart is beating faster
My heart is beating faster
The lyrics to 12 Stones’s song Adrenaline paint a picture of an intense and passionate experience that’s fueled by a rush of adrenaline. The singer of the song feels their heart beating faster and their blood pumping harder, as they prepare to let go of all control and fully immerse themselves in a 45-minute experience. They want to see their partner push and shove, and they want to show them just how far they can go. This is the moment to deliver what they’ve been waiting for, to completely lose themselves in the experience, and to feel the rush of adrenaline that’s overpowering and addictive.
Line by Line Meaning
My heart is beating faster
My emotions are heightened beyond control
Can't control these feelings anymore
I'm incapable of suppressing my emotions further
I've waited long enough
I've been waiting for this moment for an extended time
I want it more than anyone
This is my strongest desire
It's time to step up and deliver what you wanna see
I'm determined to rise to the occasion and provide what is expected
My blood is pumping, now this is how it's gonna be
I can feel my blood flowing through my veins in excitement, this is my new reality
It's 45 minutes of love
This moment is fleeting but filled with passion
I wanna see you push and you shove
I want to witness you go all out - give it your all
I'll show you just how far to go
I will be your guide, leading you to success
It's time to lose all our control
We should abandon all inhibitions and give in to our emotions
And I can't control these feelings anymore
I'm powerless to hold back my emotions
My heart is racing and I can't seem to get enough
My heart is pumping so fast that it's difficult to contain my excitement
Am I dreaming?
Is this extraordinary moment really happening?
Feels like a drug but I know it's adrenaline
The intense emotions coursing through me are akin to the high from an addictive substance
Go
Seize this moment
Just feel it
Allow yourself to indulge in these emotions
My adrenaline reached its limit
The intensity of my feelings has peaked
I can feel it taking over me
My emotions have overwhelmed me completely
My head is spinning
My thoughts are scattered and I'm feeling dizzy
And it seems like I can hardly breathe
It feels like my breathing is labored and restricted
You get a taste
Once you experience this moment, you will be hooked
It's like a drug that you don't wanna leave
This feeling is insanely addictive, you won't want to leave it behind
So if you want it let me see you put your fist in the air
If you want to feel this same way, show your enthusiasm and excitement
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: SKIDD MILLS, ANTHONY MCCOY, JUSTIN MARK RIMER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@brandon77suzuki
Over a decade later and this is still my favorite 12 Stones song.
@xiaoyu88
Its hard when all of their songs are amazing but I feel you, such a great song.
@lizdavis6611
2022 and I'm 30yrs old and I still love this band! Literally brings me back to the best years of my life !!!
@xiaoyu88
I was 32 two days ago, so I went to listen to all of my favorite songs (by that I mean EVERY SONG) because I celebrate 20 years of knowing them. I tell you its not easy being so young, introduced to this music when the hardest you heard was Linkin Park and some Limp Bizkit up until then. But Im so glad I did not give up on them on the first listen :)
And I just had such a rough day today, this song pops up in my head, came here, and now its the best day ever :D
@Martincantwell
01. 12 Stones - Adrenaline 02. Korn - Hold On 03. Seether - Out Of My Way 04. Hatebreed - Never Let It Die 05. Shadows Fall - Redemption 06. Every Time I Die - We'rewolf 07. Underoath - Writing on the Walls 08. Submersed - Better Think Again 09. Mastodon - The Wolf Is Loose 10. Hurt - Ten Ton Brick 11. Bruce Aronson - Strongman (The World's Strongest Man Theme)
@ThorirEy
This song is awesome! I could listen to it day and night without getting slightly bored with it :-D
@doveforever
i love hearing how thier music has evolved from thier first cd. they grow in talent and so each cd is an improvment over the other, so i never get bored :)
@iwillneverpostavideo
Heard this song on Sirius OCTANE and immediately was just blown away. The chorus is perfect, just perfect, it packs more emotion in a nanosecond then in 10 years of regular life.
@todei79
These guys are so awesome I'm surprised they haven't gone mainstream.
@briannathomas8460
Best song by them, got my heart beating faster and got my adrenaline pumping.