(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 Weaverβs 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 McCoyβs 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 canβt 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.
The Last Song
12 Stones Lyrics
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You to carry me
So simple sometimes
When you're standing next to me
You never change
You never stay the same
Like a picture perfect sunrise
Every time with one last song to sing
Take it all away from me
And tell me how you want this to be
I want you I need you
Take it all away from me
And tell me how you want this to be
I want you I need you
A life without you
Made me wonder why I'm here
Until I found you
Nothing ever seemed so clear
You never change
You never stay the same
Like a picture perfect sunrise
Every time with one last song to sing
Take it all away from me
And tell me how you want this to be
I want you I need you
Take it all away from me
And tell me how you want this to be
I want you I need you
I lose myself in everything you say
I lose myself in everything
I never knew that I could feel this way
I never knew that I could feel
Take it all away from me
And tell me how you want this to be
I want you I need you
Take it all away from me
And tell me how you want this to be
I want you I need you
I lose myself in everything you say
(You say, you say, you say, you say)
The song "The Last Song" by 12 Stones is a love song that expresses the depth of the singer's emotions towards his love interest. The lyrics of the song explore the singer's need for his love interest and how their presence in his life has brought clarity, making him feel complete. He apologizes for needing his love interest to carry him at times, metaphorically expressing how he depends on his love to help him through difficult times.
The singer goes on to express his dedication and commitment to his love interest, referring to the consistency in their relationship. He compares his love interest to a "picture perfect sunrise," a metaphor that suggests she brings light, warmth, and beauty into his life, and how every moment he spends with her feels like the last perfect moment to sing. The singer further emphasizes his need for his love interest and how he wants to live his life with her, stating that he would love to know how she wants things to be, and whatever her desires are, he is all in.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry for needing
Apologizing for relying on the other person for support
You to carry me
Seeking support and help from the other person
So simple sometimes
Relationships can be easy with the right person
When you're standing next to me
Being grateful for the presence and support of the other person
You never change
Appreciating the constancy and stability of the other person
You never stay the same
Acknowledging that life and situations change, but the other person remains constant
Like a picture perfect sunrise
Comparing the other person to a beautiful and consistent natural phenomenon
Every time with one last song to sing
Making the most of every moment with the other person
Take it all away from me
Expressing the willingness to give up everything for the other person
And tell me how you want this to be
Asking the other person how they want the relationship to proceed
I want you I need you
Declaring the strong emotions and attachment to the other person
A life without you
Reflecting on the emptiness without the other person
Made me wonder why I'm here
Questioning the purpose of life without the other person
Until I found you
Realizing the significance of the other person in life
Nothing ever seemed so clear
Finding a new sense of clarity and purpose with the other person
I lose myself in everything you say
Getting completely absorbed in the other person's words and presence
I never knew that I could feel this way
Realizing that the intensity of the emotions is something new and unexpected
(You say, you say, you say, you say)
Repeating the line to emphasize the impact of the other person's words and presence
Lyrics Β© RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: ERIC WEAVER, KEVIN DORR, A. GAINER, P. MCCOY, G. TRAMMELL
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