Alexisonfire (pronounced 'Alexis-on-fire') is a band from St. Catharines, O… Read Full Bio ↴Alexisonfire (pronounced 'Alexis-on-fire') is a band from St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Their music is characterized by turbulent and explosive dynamics with intricate guitar melodies. Consisting of five friends, they formed in late 2001 as the result of a three-band break up.

The band’s name is inspired by a lactating contortionist stripper named Alexis Fire. This caused problems when she discovered that they were using her website name (alexisonfire.com) as their band name, and threatened to sue. However, since she had never trademarked the title nothing became of these threats. In the end, the band decided to change their website’s URL in spite to theonlybandever.com

Alexisonfire’s lyrical topics range from relationship troubles to go-karting. They have two primary vocalists, screaming duties carried out by George Pettit, and singing by Dallas Green, with support from Wade MacNeil.

While their largest fanbase is in their home country of Canada, they also became more popular in other parts of the world, including Japan, Australia, Europe and the US. In the second half of 2010, they toured Australia with Break Even, Europe with Chickenhawk and The Computers and then Canada with Norma Jean and La Dispute.

The band was nominated for "ugliest rock band ever" at the CASBY awards (held by local Toronto radio station) but lost out to another Canadian born band, Sum 41. In 2010 they then won the "Best New Single" Award for their track The Northern.

Members:
* George Pettit - Vocals (2001-present)
* Dallas Green - Guitar and vocals (2001--present)
* Wade MacNeil - Guitar and vocals (2001--present)
* Jordan 'Ratbeard' Hastings - Drums (2005--present)
* Chris Steele - Bass (2001--present)

Former Members:
Jesse Ingelevics - Drums (2001-2005)
Announced on their website on June 14th 2005 that he was leaving the band because he had slowly grown apart from the band, and wanted to spend more time with his family and fiancée. His relationship with Alexisonfire slowly deteriorated, and "keep it on wax" documented this.

Side Projects
* City and Colour - Dallas Green's solo project.
* Black Lungs - A band formed by Wade MacNeil as lead vocalist, originally featuring George Pettit playing bass and Jordan Hastings on drums and Sean McNabb. After a few shows disolved to being Wade's solo project.
* Strange Notes - A project of George's where he interviews people from different bands.
* Cunter - A band where drummer Jordan Hastings plays with some members from Moneen.
*Dead Tired A band formed by George.
*Say Yes A band that Hastings drums in.
*Gallows A band that Wade Macneil is currently the vocalist for.

Discography
* "Math Sheet Demos" (3 Song Demo) - 2001
* "Pink Heart Skull Sampler" (2 Song Demo) - 2002
* "Alexisonfire" (Debut Album) - 2002
* "Brown Heart Skull Sampler" (2 Song Demo) - 2004
* "Watch Out!" (Album) - 2004
* "The Switcheroo Series" (EP, split with Moneen) - 2005
* "Crisis" (Album) - 2006
* "Crisis (Bonus Tracks)" (Two Songs, download only, but appeared on the Japanese Pressing of the album) - 2006
* "Old Crows / Young Cardinals" (Album) - 2009
* "Old Crows / Young Cardinals (Bonus Tracks)" (Two Songs, download only, but appeared on the Japanese Pressing of the album) - 2009
* "iTunes Original" (EP) - 2010
* "Dog's Blood" (EP) - 2010
* "Death Letter" (EP) - 2012
* "Live at Copps" (Live Album/DVD) - 2016

Burial
Alexisonfire Lyrics

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When will this winter end?
The snow's been falling for months
The town all dressed in white
And my skin is burning from the wind

A cold sun in disguise
An assault from the morning light
My burial, I can't succeed

Frozen and paralyzed

Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter

Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter
Oh winter

Oh winter
Oh winter

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Alexisonfire's song "Burial" describe a mood of despair and hopelessness felt by the singer during a long and difficult winter season. The lines "When will this winter end? The snow's been falling for months" convey a sense of weariness and impatience with the harsh weather conditions. The imagery of the town being "dressed in white" suggests that the snow has taken over and become overwhelming, while the mention of the singer's skin burning from the wind highlights how uncomfortable and painful this winter experience has become.

The second half of the lyrics shift to a more metaphorical and introspective tone. The lines "An assault from the morning light, my burial, I can't succeed, frozen and paralyzed" suggest that the singer is struggling with depression or feelings of being stuck and unable to move forward. The "morning light" could symbolize a new day or a new beginning, but for the singer, it is overwhelming and feels like an attack. The mention of a "burial" and being "frozen and paralyzed" suggest a feeling of being trapped or stuck, even to the point of contemplating death.

Overall, the lyrics of "Burial" convey a mood of despair and feeling trapped in a harsh winter season, both literally and metaphorically. The imagery and language used suggest that the singer is struggling with depression or a sense of hopelessness, and is feeling overwhelmed by the challenges that lie ahead.

Line by Line Meaning

When will this winter end?
A metaphor for their emotional state of feeling trapped and stuck, and unable to find a way out of their struggles.

The snow's been falling for months
The duration of the winter season feels long, and they have been in a negative state for what feels like an eternity.

The town all dressed in white
The surrounding environment reflects the internal emotions of the songwriter, and is a muted and bleak landscape that matches their mood.

And my skin is burning from the wind
The physical sensation of the cold weather on their skin is an external representation of their inner turmoil and anxiety.

A cold sun in disguise
The weather provides a false sense of hope, as the sun is present but does not actually provide any warmth or comfort.

An assault from the morning light
Just as the sun is not providing warmth, the morning light feels harsh and unwelcome, adding to the songwriter's sense of despair.

My burial, I can't succeed
The songwriter feels like they are being buried alive by their emotions and struggles, with no clear way out or resolution.

Frozen and paralyzed
Their emotional state has left them feeling trapped and frozen, unable to take any action or move forward.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DALLAS GREEN, JORDAN HASTINGS, WADE MACNEIL, GEORGE PETTIT, CHRIS STEELE

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