It was All For What that was picked up by Tim Freedman (the whitlams) who liked it so much, he jumped on their first single ‘The Road is Lost’ which was toured around Australia Backed by an 88-piece orchestra and played to sold out audience’s across Australia including the Sydney Opera House where they received a standing ovation – which to say the least was an epic moment for the band.
Prior to starting A Broken Silence, Torcha (John Chmielewski) had already cemented a reputation in Australia’s hip-hop scene. He started rapping in his mid teens and was soon causing serious damage in local MC battles. He is best known as a part of dynamic duo Hyjak N Torcha. Together they released groundbreaking Australian hip hop music and have toured extensively around the country independently and in support of the likes of De La Soul, Xzibit, Mobb Deep, Lord Finesse, and the Hilltop Hoods. It was from here on that Torcha branched out with a new project, affording him a new sense of musical freedom
Similarly, the other members of A Broken Silence also had pre-established careers in diverse areas of music. B-Don (Brendon Costello) who holds down the keys and programming has a background in both metal and hip-hop production. Guitarist Cactus (Daniel Bartulovich), who also showcases his melodic vocals throughout the latest record, has experience playing punk and rock in various bands. The inspiration of bass player Boots (Simon Lennon) and drummer Nathan Tuffin span from the likes of Miles Davis and James Brown to Wyclef and Damien Marley.
Coming from different musical corners and with a wide spectrum of influences and experience, the combined forces of the five members give life to the powerful crescendos, soaring punk rock and metal guitar lines in A Broken Silence’s sound. From this A Broken Silence create their own unique lane, pushing the boundaries of genre while staying true to their individual respective cultures and in effect blending to create a sound that does not have many to compare to.
With a freshly sign deal with Wide Awake/Death Row Records, A Broken Silence will release the self-title record to the rest of the world early next year followed by a national tour.
Fearless
A Broken Silence Lyrics
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You in a palace or house in ruin
We all struggle, no doubt we human
But we grinding out solutions
Inner peace can be illusive
When following dreams so ruthless
But family be crucial
To the truest of epiphanies
That switching you to my centerpiece
Would come renew that energy
Be mutual dependency
Still love my boozed up memories
Of cigar fumes and Hennessey
I drafted new itinerary
A blueprint for future legacy
So hold on, I'm steering
Strength has come, I'm leading
A soldier, fearless
Why scream, no one can hear us
So hold on, I'm steering
Strength has come, I'm leading
A soldier, fearless
Why scream, no one can hear us
So fearless, so fearless
So fearless and all the fear is gone
So fearless, so fearless
So fearless and all the fear is gone
Once based my days on chasing fame
And chasing dames to make a name
My soul became a vacant place
Then over came a saving grace
After all the labor pain a heart
Could never stay the same
My path it did fade away
A starring role nature played
Grasping on a razor blade to check
That this is logical
Pacing in that hospital
Waiting on a doctors moves
I can take a knock or two
But to hold a tears impossible
Done with fear, cut that loose
It's time to be a rock for you
So hold on, I'm steering
Strength has come and I'm leading
A soldier, fearless
Why scream, no one can hear us
So hold on, I'm steering
Strength has come and I'm leading
A soldier, fearless
Why scream, no one can hear us
So fearless, so fearless
So fearless and now the fear is gone
So fearless, so fearless
So fearless and now the fear is gone
So hold on, I'm steering
Strength has come and I'm leading
A soldier, fearless
Why scream, no one can hear us
So hold on, I'm steering
Strength has come and I'm leading
A soldier, fearless, fearless
The lyrics to A Broken Silence's song "Fearless" speak to the struggles many people face in life, but suggest that with perseverance and determination, it is possible to overcome them. The opening lines acknowledge the difficulties we all face in different ways, but the singer encourages the listener to keep going and find solutions. He reflects on his own experiences, admitting that he has made mistakes and been "clueless" at times, but has learned the importance of family and inner peace. He also acknowledges that he has valued alcohol and other vices in the past, but has come to understand that true success and fulfillment come from building a positive legacy.
The chorus emphasizes the idea of fearlessness and the need to stay strong through life's challenges. The repetition of the phrase "so fearless" reinforces the idea that fear can be conquered, and that holding onto it will only hinder progress. The singer encourages the listener to hold on, reminding them that they have the strength to lead and make a difference.
Overall, "Fearless" is an inspirational song that encourages listeners to persevere, stay focused on the things that matter, and let go of fear.
Line by Line Meaning
G'day world, how ya doing?
The artist is addressing the world and asking about their well-being.
You in a palace or house in ruin
Whether one is living in a luxurious palace or a ruined house, everyone faces struggles in life.
We all struggle, no doubt we human
No matter who you are, struggles are a part of human experience.
But we grinding out solutions
Despite the struggles, humans keep working hard to find solutions.
Inner peace can be illusive
Finding inner peace is not easy.
When following dreams so ruthless
Chasing dreams can often be ruthless and taxing on individuals.
But family be crucial
The importance of family amidst the struggles and toils of life.
Can see that I've been clueless
The artist acknowledges that they have been unaware of the importance of family in the past.
To the truest of epiphanies
The artist has had a realization or epiphany.
That switching you to my centerpiece
The realization that prioritizing and centering their family would benefit their life greatly.
Would come renew that energy
Centering family would bring renewed energy to the artist's life.
Be mutual dependency
A mutually dependent relationship with family would be beneficial for both parties involved.
Still love my boozed up memories
The artist still holds on to fond memories of drinking and smoking cigars.
Of cigar fumes and Hennessey
Specific memories of smoking cigars and drinking Hennessey.
I drafted new itinerary
The artist has made a new plan or itinerary for their life.
A blueprint for future legacy
This new plan will build a foundation for the artist's future legacy.
Why scream, no one can hear us
No matter how loudly we scream, our struggles and pains can often go unnoticed by the world.
Once based my days on chasing fame
The artist used to prioritize chasing fame over other things in life.
And chasing dames to make a name
The artist also used to prioritize women and romance to make a name for themselves.
My soul became a vacant place
Prioritizing fame and romance left the artist feeling empty inside.
Then over came a saving grace
A 'saving grace' came into the artist's life and helped them find purpose and meaning.
After all the labor pain a heart
Despite the pain and struggles, the artist's heart persisted on.
Could never stay the same
The artist's heart was never the same after the struggles they faced.
My path it did fade away
The artist's previous path in life faded away.
A starring role nature played
Nature played a key role in shaping the artist's current path in life.
Grasping on a razor blade to check
Metaphorically holding on to a razor blade to ensure they are not living in delusion.
That this is logical
Ensuring that their current path in life is logical and makes sense.
Pacing in that hospital
The artist could be waiting in a hospital and feeling anxious.
Waiting on a doctors moves
The artist may be waiting on medical professionals to make decisions about their life.
I can take a knock or two
The artist can handle a few hits or failures.
But to hold a tears impossible
The artist finds it hard to hold back tears and emotions.
Done with fear, cut that loose
The artist is done with fear and has decided to let go of it.
It's time to be a rock for you
The artist is now focused on being strong and dependable for others.
So fearless, so fearless
The artist is now fearless and brave.
So fearless and all the fear is gone
All fear has been eradicated from the artist's life.
So hold on, I'm steering
The artist is now in control and leading their own life.
Strength has come and I'm leading
The artist has found strength and is now leading their own life.
A soldier, fearless
The artist is now like a soldier, brave and unafraid.
Why scream, no one can hear us
No matter how loud they scream, the struggles of life can often go unnoticed and unheard by the world.
So fearless and now the fear is gone
All fear is gone and the artist is now fearless.
A soldier, fearless, fearless
The artist reiterates their newfound bravery and fearlessness.
Contributed by Tristan E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.