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
Midnight Regulations
Alexisonfire Lyrics
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For the common man, these days
Evil are the minds
That push the divide
Forced to live a life
In fear that his future is on the wane
Midnight regulations
Midnight regulations
Working to make ends meet
But what can be done
About the way things have become
Fingers to the bone
Ready to admit defeat
Midnight regulations
Midnight
Brother! There is no charity
For the common man
When he is in need of relief
And now he's hanging on
To his final stitch of faith
So, here's to all the years
Of deaf ear fallen prayers
Rich men behind closed doors
Are trying to keep him in his place
Midnight regulations
Midnight regulations
Oh, all you common men
You need to fight for a new way
Old hearts, we need to mend
It's time to start again
Palace walls dismantled
Brick by brick, you will have your day
Midnight regulations
Midnight
Brother! There is no charity
For the common man
When he is in need of relief
They say just to hold onto your hope
But you know if you swallow your pride
You will choke
Brother! There is no charity (there is no charity)
For the common man
When he is in need of relief (when he is in need)
Brother!
Brother!
Men!
Men!
Midnight Regulations
Midnight,
Midnight regulations
The lyrics of "Midnight Regulations" by Alexisonfire mostly talk about the struggles of the common man in society. The song expresses concern for those who are forced to live in fear of their future and work tirelessly to make ends meet. It highlights how the minds behind the divide between the rich and the poor are evil and how the rich people try to keep the common man in his place behind closed palace walls. The song encourages the common people to fight for a new way and mend their old hearts.
The chorus emphasizes that there is no charity, and the common man finds no relief when he is in need. The lyrics are a call for change and hope to dismantle the palace walls brick by brick, and they assure the common man of his day. The final lines urge the listener to hold onto hope while warning about swallowing pride.
Line by Line Meaning
I find myself concerned
I am worried about something
For the common man, these days
I worry about regular people nowadays
Evil are the minds
The minds of people with bad intentions
That push the divide
Those who create division between people
Forced to live a life
Compelled to lead a particular type of life
In fear that his future is on the wane
Afraid that things might not work out as they should in the future
Midnight regulations
Rules made at midnight
Burned his candle down
Worked hard and long
Working to make ends meet
Working just to survive
But what can be done
What is the solution?
About the way things have become
Regarding how things have turned out
Fingers to the bone
Working tirelessly
Ready to admit defeat
Prepared to give up
Oh, all you common men
People who are not rich, take note!
You need to fight for a new way
You must push for change if you want a different outcome
Old hearts, we need to mend
We must heal from past hurt
It's time to start again
Let's give it another shot
Palace walls dismantled
Rich people no longer have the power
Brick by brick, you will have your day
You will get success piece by piece
They say just to hold onto your hope
People tell you to remain optimistic
But you know if you swallow your pride
You know that if you give in and accept things for what they are, it will hurt your self-respect
Brother! There is no charity (there is no charity)
We cannot expect others to be charitable
For the common man
For regular people
When he is in need of relief (when he is in need)
When they require support
Men!
Male gender
Midnight Regulations
Rules made at midnight
Midnight
At midnight
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRIS STEELE, DALLAS GREEN, GEORGE PETTIT, JORDAN HASTINGS, WADE MACNEIL
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