(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.
For The Night
12 Stones Lyrics
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When nothing's going right for you
Take a chance
Take a step out on the ledge
Take a good look down
And realize it's all for you
For the night
I've opened up my eyes
To see a world a I never knew
It's time, time to put the past away
Time to take all of your life's reel
And learn to live again
So alive as you open up your mind
As you break away from everything
All that's stopping you
For the night
I'm putting up a fight
I've opened up my eyes
To see a world a I never knew
Time to fly
Time to kiss your fears goodbye
Tim to take control and realize
This world was made for you
There's a time in everybody's life
When nothing's going right for you
Take a chance
Take a step out on the ledge
Take a good look down
And realize it's all for you
For the night
I'm putting up a fight
I've opened up my eyes
To see a world a I never knew
Time to fly
Time to kiss your fears goodbye
Tim to take control and realize
This world was made for you
The lyrics of 12 Stones's song For The Night are about taking control of your life and facing your fears. The opening lines convey the notion that everyone goes through a difficult time in life when everything seems to be going wrong. The lyrics encourage the listener to take a chance and step out of their comfort zone because everything that is happening in life is being presented uniquely to them.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of fighting through the hard times and opening your mind to new, unfamiliar opportunities. The phrase "For the night" symbolizes the idea of pushing through hard times for a limited time and coming out stronger as a result. The lyrics encourage the listener to let go of the past and live in the present.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a time in everybody's life
There comes a moment in everyone's journey
When nothing's going right for you
When everything seems to go wrong
Take a chance
Take a risk
Take a step out on the ledge
Go beyond your comfort zone
Take a good look down
Reflect on your situation
And realize it's all for you
Understand that everything happens for a reason
For the night
For this moment
I'm putting up a fight
I'm trying hard
I've opened up my eyes
I'm becoming aware
To see a world a I never knew
To discover a new perspective
It's time, time to put the past away
It's time to move on from the past
Time to take all of your life's reel
Time to review your whole life
And learn to live again
And start living a new life
So alive as you open up your mind
So full of life as you start to be more open-minded
As you break away from everything
As you let go of everything holding you back
All that's stopping you
Anything that could hold you back
Time to fly
Time to soar
Time to kiss your fears goodbye
Time to overcome your fears
Time to take control and realize
It's time to take charge and understand
This world was made for you
This world is meant for you
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: WAYLAND ROGERS
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julia o
i love the part when he says: 'there a time in everybodys life when nothing going right for you.' because it fits with the time i'm now in. but there comes a time it will be going better. i know that.
Brian Chen
i love this band, i wish they would get more recognition for their work!
Kin
this song just...makes me emotional every time..; - ;...i love it..
nataly benitez
- como amo esta banda :D
Jhonatan E. Gutiérrez Acero
The most underrated band ever
TwoCan Sami
This is a great song.
Annizz Kaulitz
I love this song :3
The Rabbit
Why isn't that song famous? It's so beautiful...
Valoriezzz
i love this song but my mom keeps saying its a bad song and gets mad at me for playing the song 😐
David Mardianto
there's nothing bad with this song. Maybe your mom doesn't like rock songs. It's ok, it happened to me too when I was in high school. You can still listen to this song when she's not around tho.